Graycliff Crystal P.G.

It's very clear to me that the Graycliff Crystal line is way overpriced for what you are getting. An above average smoke, but at a price that you expect a very exceptional smoke.

I enjoy Greycliff cigars but this is not a favorite.
It is the only one that seems a bit on the harsh
side. Didn't work for me. I will let them rest and see if it makes a difference

I bought this stick with lofty expectations, that I cannot say were met. The price was hefty and while the draw and smoke density were "good", it was no better than its counterparts. I puffed it in a smokey alley bar, thinking that this venue would not be worthy of my smoke - unfortunately, it fit in just fine. The only aspect of this cigar that was outwardly disappointing though, was the construction - it became very soft, almost empty 1/2 way through - perhaps burning internally too fast (??). I would smoke it again, but not if I have to pay.

Upon lighting, the cigar was extremely spicy, bitter, and harsh. After about an inch, it start to smooth out. Flavor was a grassy tobacco taste without much complexity. It is hard to believe that the creator of the CC Cohiba founded thsi cigar... The final third was bitter and spicy. Stored at 65% RH on the dot for a full month before smoking it, burn was uneven at first, then sorted itself out with a minor touch-up.

Excellent draw and burn. Very good strength which stayed all the way. Flavor was decent but not great with tastes of toasted nuts and straightforward tobacco with hints of spice and pepper periodically showing up.

Guess Im goig to buck the trend here, but I enjoyed this one. The pre-light aroma was almost minty and the appearance was rough, but attractive. The draw was perfect and the burn was a little off; it would develop a runner, and then self-correct. There was no need for any spot-welding, which is always a plus. I enjoyed the flavor as well. The initial start was a strong punch of espresso and then subsided to the same flavor, but in amilder form accompanied by a sweetness that wasexactly the taste of marshmallows. A creamy, yet light sweetness that countered the earthy/coffee flavors quie nicely. What really stood out about this cigar was that the flavor was so full and strong, yet it was still smooth. Not an occurence you see to often. I enjoyed this to the end and thought it was a great cigar. BUT....I happened to pay $10.50 for this as the tobacconist priced these wrong and must have though these were the Tacos, or he was just insane (BTW, not my usual guy, so I didn't feel as guilty not telling him about his error 😉 ). If thelist on these was $20, than that is completely insane. There is no way this is worth $20. $10? I think that is just about "ok" a price. This one gets dinged big-time in the value category for that.

This stick was firm with very good construction. Very complex flavors, definitely on the full bodied side. Had to relight once.

Graycliff continues to be the most over rated cigars... as you go up in class, you seem to get better flavor and worse construction/appearance.

Won a 5 pack for 40 bucks, Garbage!!!

Tried one and was not impressed. Maybe one of the other sizes would be better?