Graycliff Profesionale Pirate

While in Nassau, I visited Graycliffe had an exquisite meal and toured the cigar factory. As for the cigar, it is a wonderful smoke with nutty earthy flavor, an even burn and succulent aroma. The only cigar I rate above it is the Bolivar CG.

I received this cigar from a friend who doesn't mind paying the high prices for his cigars. Although I would not buy these sticks, this was an enjoyable experience. There was a spicey flavor to this cigar that I liked. The construction was very good, as this cigar had an easy draw and a good burn. If the price ever comes down on these cigars, I would buy them in a hot minute.

I was apprehensive to buy this stick because of the high cost. Another humidor goer at the Party Source In Bellevue KY insisted that I give it a try. So I splurged and was I quite let down. The cigar was very soft and had little flavor outside of the haybale grass sour taste. I pitched the bitch after half the stick. I hopt this was just a bad example becuase I would have much rather smoked a Padron 3000, or 5 of them for that matter. Absolutely the worst $16 cigar ever.

I finally did it; spent 20 bones on this bad boy. From start to finish it emited lots of smoke. Construction was impeccable. Right from the start I tasted butternut squash and hints of dark cherry and cedar. Great smoke, but it only lasted 40 minutes.

When the clock struck twelve, I lit' up one of these...and I can't think of a better way to start the New Year! This lil' torpedo started with a mild/medium flavor of earth and leather, as it soon turned into cedar and leather. It had a great draw; extremely smooth and easy flowing. The taste was excellent! In fact, I put my cigar down to get another drink, when I returned, two people had taken a few puffs, and they could not believe how good it was. It produced a wonderful aroma. The construction was flawless. The only problem....it was too short of a smoke! The only other smoking experience I have had that was as good/better, was when I smoked a Partagas 150 w/ a very good friend. But this Graycliff was awesome. Also, on side note; for whatever reason....in Maryland, alot of cigar shops are lowering their prices on Graycliff products. After asking several merchants, I was told they are just not "popular", except with enthusiasts, who order them in bulk (from online) anyway. So, in MD alot of them are selling for $12-$15, rather than $20-$25. Which is good/bad.....I don't mind the rebate, but, I don't want to see such a good company compromise it's product. Just an F.Y.I. Was wondering if this was occuring elsewhere?

For the price it better be good, and it is. I just can't bring myself to cough up this much dough that often, but every one I've smoked has been a first class experience. The taste is very unique and the draw/construction is as good as it gets. Treat yourself to a sample pack.

This cigar hasn't let me down yet.
its good to see them in more places now. It starts out sweet and builds more complexity and flavor. The draw is firm and consistant. I Like this one in the late afternoon. They're pricey but worth it. Like a nice small batch bourbon.

Mine were from the "professionale" series. They are mild for a cigar of that size. I like the Pirate, but I think there are better cigars of similar shape and price.

A very nice refined cigar. Smokes well into the second half, although it isn't a terribly long smoke. Fairly mild, perhaps medium body. It starts out nipping at the back of my tounge, but mellows quickly. Nice. Not great.