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El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael at Whisky Live Beirut 2022

Have a Cigar: El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael

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Name: El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael

Country: Costa Rica

Shape: Parejo

Size: Toro (6 inches x 50)

Strength: Medium to Full

I fell in love with El Septimo’s Sacred Arts collection from the moment I smoked the one called Salvador Dali. But then I smoked the Botticelli, and I was impressed by it even more. And then, when I tried the Raphael, I could only say, Chapeau bas!

The Sacred Arts collection is nothing short of amazing.

As for the one called Raphael, I smoked it at Whisky Live Beirut 2022, and it paired well with Chivas Regal 18.

Great smoke.

LFD Capitulo II Cigar Review

Have a Cigar: La Flor Dominicana Capitulo II

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Name: La Flor Dominicana Capitulo II

Country: Dominican Republic

Size: (6 1/2 inches x 58)

Strength: Full

The Capitulo II is a full-bodied cigar that burns slowly and produces a lot of smoke.

I got notes of dried figs, leather, black pepper, and mild hints of oak. I paired it with vodka and sparkling water, but I feel Cognac or brandy would have been a better choice.

Overall, I think the Capitulo II is a cigar made to be smoked casually in cigar lounges. It’s strong, and it’s big enough to keep you company for a very long time.

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff cigar

Have a Cigar: Caldwell Blind Man’s Bluff Maduro Toro

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Name: Caldwell Blind Man’s Bluff Maduro Toro

Country: Honduras

Shape: Parejo

Size: Toro (6 inches x 52)

Strength: Medium

An okay cigar. Not too complex. It had a nice draw throughout, but the burn wasn’t flawless. I paired the first half with a 12-year-old Scotch and the second half with oghi.

To be honest, I had higher expectations, and the Blind Man’s Bluff Maduro Toro didn’t meet them.