Name: Meluha Maduro Gordo

Country: Costa Rica

Shape: Parejo

Size: Gordo

Strength: Medium to Full

I felt like smoking something new, so I chose the Meluha. It’s a brand that I don’t know a lot about. In fact, I had never heard of the brand before last week.

When I was out buying cigars to refill my humidor, after letting me pick a few familiar ones, the guy at the shop asked, “Have you tried the Meluha before?”

I answered, “No. Is it any good?”

He nodded his head, grinned, and he said, “Well, you’re in for a treat.”

He showed me three vitolas to choose from, and I chose one.

“You’re really going to like this one,” he added. “It’s very aromatic.”

“Thanks,” I said. “I’ll let you know if I like it.”

If he were here right now, I’d tell him that it’s a pretty good cigar. I’m glad I tried it.

Name: Casa Turrent Serie 1942 Robusto

Country: Mexico

Shape: Parejo

Size: (5 1/4 inches x 50)

Strength: Medium

Every now and then, my taste buds remind me to have a Casa Turrent cigar. They’re great cigars that can be smoked casually at any time. You don’t need an occasion to fire one up, and they can be paired with all kinds of drinks. I usually light one when I have friends over or when I’m out having a casual dinner or an afternoon coffee with my wife. So, I always keep a few in my humidor. They’re fun to smoke and affordable.

Though my favorites are the 1901 and the 1880, I also enjoyed smoking this Casa Turrent Serie 1942 when I paired it with a Moscow mule. Some sweetness and spiciness could be detected as well as hints of crème brûlée, salt, and cinnamon.