Have a Cigar: Rocky Patel Sun Grown Maduro Toro

Name: Rocky Patel Sun Grown Maduro Toro

Country: Nicaragua

Shape: Box-Pressed

Size: Toro (6 inches x 52)

Strength: Medium to Full

Great construction. Attractive. Powerful. I especially enjoyed the final third of this cigar when it became strong and full-bodied. A harmony of strong nutty, chocolaty, and woody notes flirted with my palate. The draw was always excellent. The burn was always even. I smoked it in the lounge and paired it with espresso and sparkling water. I was in good company, too, which made the experience even better.

Have a Cigar: El Septimo Small Sabor Blue

Name: El Septimo Small Sabor Blue

Country: Costa Rica

Size: (3 1/2 inches x 54)

Strength: Mild

A mild-bodied cigar. A good smoke to conclude the night with.

Although small, it burned slowly and lasted for about an hour. The draw was firm. But it produced an alluring, see-through smoke, and I kept on wanting more.

Overall, it was pretty straightforward throughout. Nothing too complex. The notes I got from it were subtle and shy.

I paired it with Johnnie Walker Black Label, and it was alright. The night was good.

Have a Cigar: La Flor Dominicana (LFD) Double Ligero 700 Maduro

Name: La Flor Dominicana (LFD) Double Ligero 700 Maduro

Country: Dominican Republic

Shape: Parejo

Size: Gordo (6 1/2 inches x 60)

Strength: Full

Big cigar. I paired it with a 12-year-old blended Scotch and had a wonderful night.

I’ve tried different vitolas of the LFD Double Ligero before, so the aroma and flavors weren’t new to me. The only difference was that this was the biggest one. It lasted for about two hours. It had a good draw, and it burned evenly until there was nothing left of it.

Overall, I’d say that it’s a good clubbing cigar. I wouldn’t mind burning a few more of these at the beach or on a night out with friends. Good stuff.