Punch Coronations (Habanos)

Punch Coronations (Habanos) Boy oh boy are all the Cuban cigar fanatics going to be mad at us.
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 La Tradicion Cubana Torpedo La Tradicion Cubana is not one of the best known brands of cigars, but after reading the rest of this review, it may become one. La Tradicion Cubana Torpedo La Tradicion Cubana is not one of the best known brands of cigars, but after reading the rest of this review, it may become one. Neptune Oceanides Why another Neptune? Why not, we liked it the first time and went back for seconds. Neptune Oceanides Why another Neptune? Why not, we liked it the first time and went back for seconds. Neptune Oceanides Why another Neptune? Why not, we liked it the first time and went back for seconds. Leon Jimenes No. 1 This was a tough review to write. Here I thought we would share some secret with the world. There'd be people dancing in the streets all across the globe. Leon Jimenes No. 1 This was a tough review to write. Here I thought we would share some secret with the world. There'd be people dancing in the streets all across the globe. Leon Jimenes No. 1 This was a tough review to write. Here I thought we would share some secret with the world. There'd be people dancing in the streets all across the globe. Montecristo Habana Selection Robusto Hmmm, another limited edition cigar, dressed up with a gold accented second band, rich looking cocoa wrapper, and of course a price befitting these beauty pageant additions. So what do you get? Montecristo Habana Selection Robusto Hmmm, another limited edition cigar, dressed up with a gold accented second band, rich looking cocoa wrapper, and of course a price befitting these beauty pageant additions. So what do you get? Montecristo Habana Selection Robusto Hmmm, another limited edition cigar, dressed up with a gold accented second band, rich looking cocoa wrapper, and of course a price befitting these beauty pageant additions. So what do you get? El Rey Del Mundo Rectangulares (Maduro) How can you not like a cigar when it comes gift wrapped in cloud-like white tissue? El Rey Del Mundo Rectangulares (Maduro) How can you not like a cigar when it comes gift wrapped in cloud-like white tissue? El Rey Del Mundo Rectangulares (Maduro) How can you not like a cigar when it comes gift wrapped in cloud-like white tissue? Padron Londres When we went looking for a very inexpensive cigar for this month's staff review, the thought was that a lower priced Padron would do our readers a service. Padron Londres When we went looking for a very inexpensive cigar for this month's staff review, the thought was that a lower priced Padron would do our readers a service. Padron Londres When we went looking for a very inexpensive cigar for this month's staff review, the thought was that a lower priced Padron would do our readers a service. Axis Echo First, there was Lars Tetens cigars, then a not so disguised copy of them called Acid. Lets add to the confusion with the new "Axis Cigars". Axis Echo First, there was Lars Tetens cigars, then a not so disguised copy of them called Acid. Lets add to the confusion with the new "Axis Cigars". Axis Echo First, there was Lars Tetens cigars, then a not so disguised copy of them called Acid. Lets add to the confusion with the new "Axis Cigars". Por Larranaga Torpedo Let's call this the "new" Por Larranaga. Por Larranaga Torpedo Let's call this the "new" Por Larranaga. Por Larranaga Torpedo Let's call this the "new" Por Larranaga. Felipe Dominicana Boa Without a doubt we are looking at Marlin Perkins favorite cigar, Wild Kingdom has crept into the cigar world. Felipe Dominicana Boa Without a doubt we are looking at Marlin Perkins favorite cigar, Wild Kingdom has crept into the cigar world. Felipe Dominicana Boa Without a doubt we are looking at Marlin Perkins favorite cigar, Wild Kingdom has crept into the cigar world. Aristoff Black Label Robusto We crushed some Aristoff products in the past, so are we just looking to punish ourselves, or are we really willing to give a second (or third!) chance? Aristoff Black Label Robusto We crushed some Aristoff products in the past, so are we just looking to punish ourselves, or are we really willing to give a second (or third!) chance? Aristoff Black Label Robusto We crushed some Aristoff products in the past, so are we just looking to punish ourselves, or are we really willing to give a second (or third!) chance? Montecristo No. 2 (Habanos) Here's another cigar that will have trouble living up to its reputation, no matter how mouth-watering it is! Montecristo No. 2 (Habanos) Here's another cigar that will have trouble living up to its reputation, no matter how mouth-watering it is! Montecristo No. 2 (Habanos) Here's another cigar that will have trouble living up to its reputation, no matter how mouth-watering it is! Graycliff Pirate can picture some of our review staff with an eye patch, peg leg, and a parrot on their shoulder smoking the Graycliff Pirate Torpedo. Graycliff Pirate can picture some of our review staff with an eye patch, peg leg, and a parrot on their shoulder smoking the Graycliff Pirate Torpedo. Graycliff Pirate can picture some of our review staff with an eye patch, peg leg, and a parrot on their shoulder smoking the Graycliff Pirate Torpedo. Opus X Perfecxion No. 5 If there was ever a cigar that was hyped, over hyped, and then hyped again, it's the line of Opus X cigars from Fuente. Opus X Perfecxion No. 5 If there was ever a cigar that was hyped, over hyped, and then hyped again, it's the line of Opus X cigars from Fuente. Opus X Perfecxion No. 5 If there was ever a cigar that was hyped, over hyped, and then hyped again, it's the line of Opus X cigars from Fuente. La Gloria Cubana Wavell (Maduro) Just when you start losing hope, along comes the La Gloria Cubana Maduro Wavell! La Gloria Cubana Wavell (Maduro) Just when you start losing hope, along comes the La Gloria Cubana Maduro Wavell! La Gloria Cubana Wavell (Maduro) Just when you start losing hope, along comes the La Gloria Cubana Maduro Wavell! Romeo y Julieta 125th Anniversary Churchill The black band sets this cigar apart from any of the ordinary RyJ's. Even the "Tabacalera" lower band is set against black, making you think you're in for the unexpected if used to the standard RyJ line. Romeo y Julieta 125th Anniversary Churchill The black band sets this cigar apart from any of the ordinary RyJ's. Even the "Tabacalera" lower band is set against black, making you think you're in for the unexpected if used to the standard RyJ line. Romeo y Julieta 125th Anniversary Churchill The black band sets this cigar apart from any of the ordinary RyJ's. Even the "Tabacalera" lower band is set against black, making you think you're in for the unexpected if used to the standard RyJ line. Romeo y Julieta Vintage III An old favorite of ours was dug out from the back of the humidor, and we figured worthy of a review. Romeo y Julieta Vintage III An old favorite of ours was dug out from the back of the humidor, and we figured worthy of a review. Romeo y Julieta Vintage III An old favorite of ours was dug out from the back of the humidor, and we figured worthy of a review. Ramon Allones Specially Selected (Habanos) The long distance runner of cigars has been found! After reviewing as many cigars as we have, you think you've seen it all; it's refreshing to be surprised. Ramon Allones Specially Selected (Habanos) The long distance runner of cigars has been found! After reviewing as many cigars as we have, you think you've seen it all; it's refreshing to be surprised. Ramon Allones Specially Selected (Habanos) The long distance runner of cigars has been found! After reviewing as many cigars as we have, you think you've seen it all; it's refreshing to be surprised. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic The Arturo Fuente Hemingway series existed as a premium cigar before premium cigars were cool. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic The Arturo Fuente Hemingway series existed as a premium cigar before premium cigars were cool. Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic The Arturo Fuente Hemingway series existed as a premium cigar before premium cigars were cool. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 (Habanos) The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 is an oft mentioned, and seemingly popular Cuban smoke. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 (Habanos) The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 is an oft mentioned, and seemingly popular Cuban smoke. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 (Habanos) The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 is an oft mentioned, and seemingly popular Cuban smoke. Romeo Y Julieta Belicoso (Habanos) Scene One, Act One - Romeo lights a Cuban Romeo y Julieta Belicoso as he bids for sweet Juliet's eternal adoration. Romeo Y Julieta Belicoso (Habanos) Scene One, Act One - Romeo lights a Cuban Romeo y Julieta Belicoso as he bids for sweet Juliet's eternal adoration. Romeo Y Julieta Belicoso (Habanos) Scene One, Act One - Romeo lights a Cuban Romeo y Julieta Belicoso as he bids for sweet Juliet's eternal adoration. CAO Anniversario Cameroon Petit Belicoso The right time and the right cigar, it's usually the combination that will make for a memorable smoking moment. CAO Anniversario Cameroon Petit Belicoso The right time and the right cigar, it's usually the combination that will make for a memorable smoking moment. CAO Anniversario Cameroon Petit Belicoso The right time and the right cigar, it's usually the combination that will make for a memorable smoking moment. Indian Anniversary Ltd. Reserve Buffalo The Indian Anniversary Limited Reserve Buffalo was a disappointment from the moment most of our reviewers started smoking. Indian Anniversary Ltd. Reserve Buffalo The Indian Anniversary Limited Reserve Buffalo was a disappointment from the moment most of our reviewers started smoking. Indian Anniversary Ltd. Reserve Buffalo The Indian Anniversary Limited Reserve Buffalo was a disappointment from the moment most of our reviewers started smoking. Arturo Fuente "Exquisito" No reviewer liked this. Arturo Fuente "Exquisito" No reviewer liked this. Arturo Fuente "Exquisito" No reviewer liked this. Te-Amo Anniversario Perfecto It wasn't long before the old industry standby Te-Amo gave the "Anniversario" marketing routine a try. Te-Amo Anniversario Perfecto It wasn't long before the old industry standby Te-Amo gave the "Anniversario" marketing routine a try. CAO LX2 TO DEBUT AT IPCPR 76TH ANNUAL CONVENTION AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW New CAO Cigar Targets “Full-Bodied” Market Segment Cantankerous Punch Puppet Protests Retail Celebration Gear up to celebrate the birthday of the premium cigar category’s one-and-only pot-bellied, trash-talking character, Mr. Punch. Cantankerous Punch Puppet Protests Retail Celebration Gear up to celebrate the birthday of the premium cigar category’s one-and-only pot-bellied, trash-talking character, Mr. Punch. Tabacos de la Cordillera Announces Price Rollback Tabacos de la CordilleraTM (Highland Cigars), a Costa Rican tobacco and cigar producer, has made significant price reductions on its exclusive factory-direct Web sales site. Tabacos de la Cordillera Announces Price Rollback Tabacos de la CordilleraTM (Highland Cigars), a Costa Rican tobacco and cigar producer, has made significant price reductions on its exclusive factory-direct Web sales site. Tabacos de la Cordillera Debuts New “Vogel” Premium Cigars Tabacos de la Cordillera™ (Highland Cigars) now offes a new line of premium cigars with unique, revolutionary features. Tabacos de la Cordillera Debuts New “Vogel” Premium Cigars Tabacos de la Cordillera™ (Highland Cigars) now offes a new line of premium cigars with unique, revolutionary features. CUBAN IMPORTS ‘WIRED’ IN WITH NEW EXILE® CIGAR Modestly Priced New Cigar Extension Offers ‘Old World’ Flavor CUBAN IMPORTS ‘WIRED’ IN WITH NEW EXILE® CIGAR Modestly Priced New Cigar Extension Offers ‘Old World’ Flavor A Visit with a US Cigar Industry Institution: The JC Newman Cigar Co. Tampa, Florida. Home of the Buccaneers, Rays and home also to the JC Newman Cigar Co. A Visit with a US Cigar Industry Institution: The JC Newman Cigar Co. Tampa, Florida. Home of the Buccaneers, Rays and home also to the JC Newman Cigar Co. GENERAL CIGAR PREVAILS IN TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT GENERAL CIGAR PREVAILS IN TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT AND COUNTERFEITING SUIT RELATING TO “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” CIGARS AND RUM GENERAL CIGAR PREVAILS IN TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT GENERAL CIGAR PREVAILS IN TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT AND COUNTERFEITING SUIT RELATING TO “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” CIGARS AND RUM A visit to "The King". Rob Shibata of Top25Cigar visits Cigar King. A visit to "The King". Rob Shibata of Top25Cigar visits Cigar King. 2008 IPCPR Day One Summary A summary of our Day One at the 2008 IPCPR show in Las Vegas 2008 IPCPR Day One Summary A summary of our Day One at the 2008 IPCPR show in Las Vegas 2008 IPCPR Day One Summary A summary of our Day One at the 2008 IPCPR show in Las Vegas 2008 IPCPR Day One Summary A summary of our Day One at the 2008 IPCPR show in Las Vegas 2008 IPCPR Day One Summary A summary of our Day One at the 2008 IPCPR show in Las Vegas IPCPA Show Day Two Short Takes Day Two and the effects of Las Vegas set in. IPCPA Show Day Two Short Takes Day Two and the effects of Las Vegas set in. IPCPA Show Day Two Short Takes Day Two and the effects of Las Vegas set in. IPCPA Show Day Two Short Takes Day Two and the effects of Las Vegas set in. IPCPA Show Day Two Short Takes Day Two and the effects of Las Vegas set in. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars?	Boy oh boy are all the Cuban cigar fanatics going to be mad at us. It wasn't enough we said some things that could be seen as negative about the consistency of the Monte No. 2, but now we come right out bombing the Punch Coronations. Before you starting sending the "your idiots" email (Ruby & Friends), just remember...everyone has opinions and they may not agree with yours. So there. It looked ugly coming out of its tube, kind of like the thing coming out of that ladys stomach in the Alien movies. Well, maybe not that bad, but "rustic" is a generous comment. Some of us have a built in bias against cigars that come in a tube...like they are hiding something. We know, many good cigars come in tubes as well....like...ahhh...forget it, there has to be some. We had to relight the Coronations 3 times in its short little 5 inch life. The latter couple times was a chore thinking you would have to keep smoking it. The flavor was strong and harsh. Not a nice strong, but an overpowering, "kill every taste bud" strong. If someone refers to this as "what Cuban cigars were like in their heydey" we're glad we weren't around then. On the plus side the ash was really white and with neat black blotches! There's not much to say based on the thoughts of our panel. This is a small cigar, and is one of the lighter priced Cubans, it may have an appeal to smokers somewhere, but not in the limited group of five that reviewed this for us. As Cubans go it's cheap, but we think you'd be better off buying something else. Vital Statistics: Shape = Petit Corona Length = 5" RG =42 Wrapper = Cuba Filler = Cuba Binder =Cuba Estimated Cost = $13.00 (Canadian
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