La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1

La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1 How do you review a cigar when the only consistent comment throughout the reviews was the beauty of the band?
Home 2002 RTDA Report - Rob and Paul's Excellent Adventure The common mans view of the happenings at and around the 2002 RTDA in Las Vegas. Best of 2002 Awards at Top25Cigar.com The results from our "Best of 2002" poll at Top25Cigar. See which cigars were voted the best of 2002. A Day at the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company Rob Shibata visits the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company, and finds old world hospitality can be found today as well. Jorge and Orlando Padron Interview with Top25Cigar Remember back when your parents told you "if you treat everyone with respect, and work hard every day your going to be successful"? When talking to Jorge and Jose Padron, one gets the feeling not only have they heard that saying, but they live it every day. Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in. Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary Henry Clay H2000 Mirabelle Henry Clay is an old brand, named after a United States politician from Kentucky in the early 1800's. Fonseca 799 Maduro It isn't often that everyone agrees on one of our cigar reviews, but this was one of the closest we have every seen. Fonseca 799 Maduro It isn't often that everyone agrees on one of our cigar reviews, but this was one of the closest we have every seen. Fonseca 799 Maduro It isn't often that everyone agrees on one of our cigar reviews, but this was one of the closest we have every seen. Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no. Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no. Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no. Drew Estate Natural China 5 Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot. Drew Estate Natural China 5 Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot. Drew Estate Natural China 5 Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot. Maria Mancini Magic Mountain When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears. Maria Mancini Magic Mountain When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears. Maria Mancini Magic Mountain When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears. Acid Nasty Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it. Acid Nasty Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it. Acid Nasty Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it. Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor. Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor. Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor. Sancho Panza Caballeros Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000; Sancho Panza Caballeros Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000; Sancho Panza Caballeros Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000; Sancho Panza Valiente Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto. Sancho Panza Valiente Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto. Sancho Panza Valiente Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto. Mayorga Robusto Maduro Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews! Mayorga Robusto Maduro Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews! Mayorga Robusto Maduro Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews! Padron 4000 That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000 Padron 4000 That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000 Padron 4000 That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000 Cifuentes Rothschild If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us. Cifuentes Rothschild If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us. Cifuentes Rothschild If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us. La Gloria Cubana "Series R" No. 5 The La Gloria Cubana Series "R" is supposed to be a more aggressive smoke from the famed La Gloria line of cigars, if our experience is any proof, LGC has hit their mark. La Gloria Cubana "Series R" No. 5 The La Gloria Cubana Series "R" is supposed to be a more aggressive smoke from the famed La Gloria line of cigars, if our experience is any proof, LGC has hit their mark. La Gloria Cubana "Series R" No. 5 The La Gloria Cubana Series "R" is supposed to be a more aggressive smoke from the famed La Gloria line of cigars, if our experience is any proof, LGC has hit their mark. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature. JR Ultimate Toro We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will. JR Ultimate Toro We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will. JR Ultimate Toro We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will. El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch) If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either. El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch) If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either. El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch) If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either. CAO eXtreme Churchill What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview: CAO eXtreme Churchill What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview: CAO eXtreme Churchill What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview: Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto. Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto. Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto. La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers. La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers. La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers. Avo Signature Double Corona Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us? Avo Signature Double Corona Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us? Avo Signature Double Corona Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us? Neptune Force 2 Titanide Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged! Neptune Force 2 Titanide Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged! Neptune Force 2 Titanide Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged! Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996 The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand. Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996 The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand. Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996 The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand. Hoja Yellow Band Robusto Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify. Hoja Yellow Band Robusto Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify. Hoja Yellow Band Robusto Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify. Davidoff 5000 These poor cigars have been lonely...real lonely. Davidoff 5000 These poor cigars have been lonely...real lonely. General Cigar Announces Daniel Núñez’ Retirement General Cigar announced today that Daniel Núñez, president and chief operating officer, will retire during the second quarter of 2009 CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. A Visit to Graycliff Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always. A Visit to Graycliff Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always. Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars. “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars. Last Minute Christmas Gifts! Here are some suggestions for some cigar gifts for you last miunte shoppers. Last Minute Christmas Gifts! Here are some suggestions for some cigar gifts for you last miunte shoppers. Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008 A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes. Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008 A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes. Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008 A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes. Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008 A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes. A Visit To Top25Cigar Rob Shibata writes about his visit to T25C ad Minneapolis. A Visit To Top25Cigar Rob Shibata writes about his visit to T25C ad Minneapolis.	How do you review a cigar when the only consistent comment throughout the reviews was the beauty of the band? The La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1 is in danger of becoming the Brittany Spears of the cigar industry…fantastic to look at, but not much talent beyond. The excitement in smoking the El Jocko No. 1 was palpable, with everyone wanting to hold, admire, and then dig in to their cigar. We soon starting recording comments like the following "This cigar is more fun to look at than to smoke, the draw was so tight it might be a few days before my cheeks recover." The beginning of the cigar was universally hailed, from its feel, looks, and even the first few draws. Now the fun begins, or as it was uniquely put "the Battle of the Bulge". It seems the La Flor Dominicana El Jocko surprised folks after their initial love affair. Soon after someone reached the "bulging" part of this cigar, their emotions changed. In fact, we can't put it better than the following paragraph taken from a very experienced smokers review. "As soon as I began to smoke past the start of the bulge of the cigar, I noticed that crispy cigar taste began to be transformed into bland. I puffed more. Nothing…just smoke, and an aftertaste similar to a bad Mexican cigar. I fought valiantly, drawing puff after puff…but by the time I was through the bulge, I realized I was fighting a battle against already demoralized tobacco. The back end of the cigar began to smoke hot-but I'm sure it was because of my racing to get through with it. " Now there were other comments about the El Jocko No. 1, but nothing that stood out like the Jeckyl and Hyde described above. A couple mentions of uneven burn, and vein filled tobacco. We ultimately had 4 poor reviews coupled with one apathetic. It's tough to write a review like this as we really wanted to speak highly about La Flor Dominicana. They seem to be great people with a dedication to cigars. Hopefully other cigars in this family bring more enjoyment. Since we received one of the best written reviews of all time from on of our guests, we thought we would share with you his parting comment! "I'm not sure what the cost of this cigar is, but I'm pretty sure I wouldn't buy another regardless. As a matter of fact, I'll probably save the other one you sent to give to my annoying neighbor that sometimes joins my buddies and I for our backyard smokes." We're not sure we want to try another El Jocko No. 1, but we're darn sure we don't want to be his neighbor! Vital Statistics: Shape = Perfecto Length=4 1/2" RG =54 Wrapper = Connecticut Filler = D.R., Nicaragua Binder = D.R. Estimated Cost = $5.00
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