http://www.cocomment.com/blog/203994 Copyright 2007 coComment.com 2009-11-24T15:01:33.659+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/images/logo4rss.gif http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385024 January 15th 2008 at Thanks for the info on this cigar. Being a fan of maduros and already liking the Green label I ordered up some of the Blue Robustos. 2008-04-07T18:18:33.602+02:00 2008-04-07T18:18:33.602+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385023 Anonymous My local shop had the JJ’s but I thought I’d review a few other things besides Pepin Cigars for awhile so I passed them up for the time being. 2007-11-07T05:56:47.663+01:00 2007-11-07T05:56:47.663+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385022 lucky7 If I’m not mistaken, this is the first maduro by Jose Pepin Garcia. And what a maduro debut! Nice review of my absolute favorite EO 601. I’m definitely buying you a beer on this one!Based on Jerry’s fine review (The Stogie Review) and my subsequent purchase of a box, I’m looking forward to Pepin’s second stab at maduro – the DPG Serie JJ Maduro. Think I’m going to have to review that one as well! 2007-10-30T23:56:28.920+01:00 2007-10-30T23:56:28.920+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385017 Anonymous I definitely think that’s a good choice, Jesse. I’ve got a box of the toros at home now and I’m almost done with a box of the robustos. 2007-10-01T05:35:11.864+02:00 2007-10-01T05:35:11.864+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385016 Anonymous These are definitely great cigars. These maduros have been my fav of the line since they came out. Good review, Jesse. 2007-09-24T18:14:38.931+02:00 2007-09-24T18:14:38.931+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=120385015 Anonymous Man I’m looking forward to trying these out. I think there’s some coming my way. When they arrive, I guess the wife and I will have to make the pilgrimage up to my favorite steak place so I can smoke it! (I’ve been looking for an excuse…) 2007-09-24T17:54:10.795+02:00 2007-09-24T17:54:10.795+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=120342643 creekEnd (uk) Jesse, If you give me a reminder in a few months when they have reached me in the UK from my Illinois address and I have laid them down in a humidor for a while, I will send you a couple to try so you can compare them with the AB Maxx yourself.Roy – Essex, UK 2007-11-17T03:29:30.420+01:00 2007-11-17T03:29:30.420+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=120342642 creekend (UK) if you go to the famous smoke cigar sales under ’s’ for supervisor selection they are still there – I just checked.Supervisor Selection – (NICARAGUA) Click here for other smoker’s reviews of this brand Supervisor Selection premium cigars come by way of Alec Bradley Cigars. These dark, mysterious cigars are virtually identical to another fine Alec Bradley selection, but it’s no mystery that the construction and flavor in these full-bodied bundle cigars is outstanding. A recipe of hearty tobaccos from numerous Central American countries make for a well-balanced smoke loaded with rich caramelized flavors and a sweet, head-turning aroma. Want a first-rate cigar at a cut-rate price? This is it! NOTE: Ratings are based on various smokers’ experiences. Your opinion may vary.(5PF) = Available on 5-Pack Frenzy page CIGARS PKG PRICE QTY FAV Supervisor Selection Double Corona 20 $39.95 Size: 6 3/8 x 60 Shape: Double Corona Wrapper: Natural Retail: $64.00 Save: $24.05 Avail: Y Supervisor Selection Robusto 20 $39.95 Size: 5 x 58 Shape: Robusto Wrapper: Natural Retail: $60.00 Save: $20.05 Avail: Y Supervisor Selection Torpedo 20 $39.95 Size: 7 x 58 Shape: Torpedo Wrapper: Natural Retail: $66.00 Save: $26.05 Avail: Y 2007-09-21T01:37:27.332+02:00 2007-09-21T01:37:27.332+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=120342641 September 20th 2007 at have ordered a box of the ego’s from famous for shipping to the UK recently.$50 of your usd less than the usual 89.95 at only 39.95 per box as AB are selling them as Maxx Supervisor Selection.I appreciated your appraisal and now look fwd to the cigars.Cheers 2007-09-20T10:38:28.964+02:00 2007-09-20T10:38:28.964+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=120342639 September 19th 2007 at I loved it. I felt like a two dollar whore when I was done with it, but The MAXX is a damn good smoke. I enjoyed the Freak, which is a lttle bigger than the Fixx at an impressive 6.27 x 60.A must try. It is equal in workload and bragging rights as eating a 48oz steak. 2007-09-20T04:55:50.151+02:00 2007-09-20T04:55:50.151+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=120274368 chris Hm. I live in Europe, so Cuban cigars (and any other) are available in every good cigar shop. The prices of cuban cigars are about the same or a little higher than for instance dominican cigars. Because cuban cigars are not outlawed here, we can compare them with all the others and it seems most smokers like the cubans best. They are usually more complex and “spicy”. I wonder if the few people in the US that get their hands on cuban cigars are not really buying fake cubans or “seconds”. Tastless Cohiba cigars do not exist. They are fairly heavy and complex, so anyone saying that they are bland or tasteless is probably smoking a fake, or the cigar has had a VERY rough life. Also, how can anyone that has only smoked 3 or 4 cubans in his life ever say that cuban cigars are no good? My personal favorite at the moment is a Honduran made cigar, well made and tastes good while not breaking the bank. I have not liked any dominican cigar yet (and I tried a bunch of them). No wait, I liked the Macanudo cristal, that was pretty good but still no where near a Montecristo or a ryj. I have had Ashton cigars that I threw away halfway trough the cigar as they where crap. Oliva cigars do not do anything for me either. The only Cuban I have not finished was a Partagas deluxe….a most horrible cigar.It just strikes me as odd that the only country in the world that is not allowed to smoke cubans is also the only country in the world where people say that cuban cigars are no good…. A Macanudo cristal costs the same as a ryj over here, so I know what I’m buying next! 2008-11-30T11:25:21.373+01:00 2008-11-30T11:25:21.373+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=120274367 Cigar Inspector I can say that most of the Cubans I tried lately were very good. However, I chose them because they were well rated in recent European magazines – I can’t state that the overall quality is very high. 2008-08-04T23:20:40.118+02:00 2008-08-04T23:20:40.118+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=120274365 doc8466 I certainly can’t say for sure, but I have this friend who has been trying Cubans for quite a while and he’s only found 2 that were worth a crap; Bolivar PC and Romeo y Julieta Romeo #2. Others he tried included Cohiba, Cohiba Maduro, Partagas D4, Monte #2, HDM Epicure #2 and more. If he had smoked them 5-10+ yrs ago would he have liked them? Can’t say for sure, so take it for what it’s worth. 2008-08-04T18:53:08.005+02:00 2008-08-04T18:53:08.005+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=65619320 Rob Personally after smoking many Cubans especially Montecristo and Partagas while stationed over in Germany and the UK I believe that they are great…but if you put one up side by side with their Dominican, Honduran and Nicaraguan cousins without bands you couldn’t pick them apart.I will say that I had more plugged cigars and unravelled wrappers when I smoked cubans…maybe that’s due to the best wrappers abandoning Cuba to go where the money is? I don’t know..just my opinion..but the hype is a bit much.Cheers,R 2009-01-29T01:40:24.459+01:00 2009-01-29T01:40:24.459+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=49554098 Ricardo i couldn’t help by laugh everytime i hear or read about americans criticizing about cuban cigars or boast about how strict their quality control standards are; ie rocky patel, whose website screams wannabe cuban. non cuban cigar brands obviously know where cuban cigars stand, otherwise they wouldn’t have to overcompensate in such tacky packaging and presentation. 2008-10-31T16:17:49.831+01:00 2008-10-31T16:17:49.831+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30518453 Alex Cuban cigars and Cuban flavor is something personal. If you like it you will love any Cuban cigars. Lately the quality has gone up significantly specially 2007 production of Montecristos. I am sure there are allot of other great cigars but for my taste Cuban cigars and Don Pepin cigars have the falvor I am looking for which is pleasent tobbaco with hint of cocco. 2008-08-16T08:12:56.045+02:00 2008-08-16T08:12:56.045+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30518452 Dave Hanifan I’ve tried 4 Cubans. Romeo Y Julieta Churchill was by far the best. Cohiba Siglo VI was simply too mild for me and I’d take a RP Connecticut, Carlos Tarano Tarano or similiar over it. Excellent construction though. One an unknown gifted from a friend that went to Canada and it was simply strong, harsh and nasty. I think it needed that 3-4 years of aging. The other is a Romeo Y Julieta Mini and same basic flavor as the Churchill so it’s very good. In general, Don Pepin, Padilla, Rocky Patel, Carlos Tarano, Oliva, Fuente etc are far better in my opinion. 2008-08-11T01:04:28.590+02:00 2008-08-11T01:04:28.590+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30035361 Adam Snider With the exception of the awful, machine-made Guantanamera I’ve never had a Cuban cigar that I didn’t like. I did have a bad experience with a Cohiba Siglo VI, but I think it was more due to my own negligence than the cigar itself.I have heard, however, that the quality of Cubans in general has gone down in recent years as they try to produce larger quantities to meet the growing demand.Personally, I enjoy most Cuban cigars, and I wouldn’t say that the quality is slipping. That said, though, there are many non-Cuban cigars that are just as good, if not better. I think some of the best cigars these days are coming out of the Dominican, rather than Cuba. 2008-08-05T17:56:01.135+02:00 2008-08-05T17:56:01.135+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30035360 lucky7 Having grown up in my relatively short cigar smoking experience (4-5 years) with the likes of Pepin Garcia, Rocky Patel, the Fuentes, Espinoza y Ortega, the Padrons, Giolito … and the list goes on, my palate is quite satisfied without the famed “Cuban” cigar. I haven’t been smoking cigars long enough to weigh in on how Cubans today stack up against those that brought them such fame but I can say they haven’t impressed me all that much. Some very good, like the PSD4 but certainly not worth the chase and investment IMHO. 2008-08-05T10:23:39.702+02:00 2008-08-05T10:23:39.702+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30012994 Tom I have had some Cuban’s that were total garbage. I mean REALLY bad. But nothing (nothing I say!) has been as nice as the Partagas Serie P and D in my opinion. Always nice…But, I agree that the legal cigars out there are easily giving the Cuban’s a run for their money. I’ve always felt that we really aren’t missing out by not having Cuban cigars. 2008-08-05T02:51:18.269+02:00 2008-08-05T02:51:18.269+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30006095 Jesse While the PSD#4 will go down as one of my favorite cigars it is one of the few robustos and larger ring gauges coming out of Cuba I really enjoy, (one of the Punches and the MC2 are a couple others). My personal thoughts is Cuba seems to excel in smaller ring gauges.Then again I’ve stopped seeking out Cuban cigars as there were too many fakes out there and chances of getting busted to high.And the Cabiguan Guapos seems to have many of the flavors I liked in the PSD#4. (Been a long time since I had a PSD#4 though, so I may be completely off base.) 2008-08-04T21:35:21.043+02:00 2008-08-04T21:35:21.043+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=30000729 BenArmato I’ve tried Cohibas in Germany and in Dubai and was not very impressed. I spoke to a Cuban friend of mine about this and he told me that it has to do with irrigation problems in Cuba. Of course we want them so badly here because they are illegal and we all what that which we cannot have.There are plenty of Dominican blends that are just as good (perhaps not a good as a Cuban back in the day) and surprisingly enough there are some domestic premium boutique blends that are getting my money right now. 2008-08-04T20:07:16.302+02:00 2008-08-04T20:07:16.302+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=29996636 Brian From what I can tell, it’s pretty much a roll of the dice with Cubans. I know some people (most notably, Min Ron Nee) advocate letting your Cubans rest for up to 3 or 4 years during their “sick period” before smoking. Of course I would never smoke or own a Cuban cigar, this is just what I hear! LOL 2008-08-04T18:52:58.005+02:00 2008-08-04T18:52:58.005+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1555888&comment_id=29996229 Rick Hard to say. I lived in Germany for 6 years but I've been back in the US for 2. I've tried a lot of legal cigars here and frankly haven't found any as good as my favorite Cohiba Siglo VI's. But I guess it's a matter of taste. On the other hand, I sure like the prices better back here in the US. 2008-08-04T18:53:28.005+02:00 2008-08-04T18:53:28.005+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135841 EO 601 Ecuadorian Black Label Toro Cigar Review which also have the Ecuadorian Connecticut Wrappers. If you like it stick with the Red, Green & Blue EO 2008-10-07T13:17:56.728+02:00 2008-10-07T13:17:56.728+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135840 What is Everyone Smoking? October 20th EO 601 Blue Label Review 2008-08-26T08:55:00.622+02:00 2008-08-26T08:55:00.622+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135839 Nat Sherman 1400 Series Omerta Cigar Review cigars: The EO 601 Maduro Blue Label. Both dark Nicaraguans; both sweet once you get to know 2008-07-15T04:32:04.516+02:00 2008-07-15T04:32:04.516+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135838 Cigar Review: EO 601 Maduro Blue Toro » Ciga Cigar Jack loved this smoke. 2008-06-03T00:09:08.410+02:00 2008-06-03T00:09:08.410+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135836 La Flor Dominican Double Ligero Chisel Maduro Ciga Cigars: Some cigars worth trying that have that same kick are the JML 1902, EO 601 Blue Label and the EO 601 Green Label. All of these cigars and the La Flor Double Ligero Maduro are full 2008-03-10T14:23:16.198+01:00 2008-03-10T14:23:16.198+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135835 Anonymous Great review. Had my first one Saturday. Absolutely loved it! I will be back for many, many more. Thanks! 2008-01-28T10:00:20.092+01:00 2008-01-28T10:00:20.092+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135834 San Cristobal Fabuloso Cigar Review Cigars: Not quite the same flavor profile, but I think the 601 Blue Label, 601 Green Label, and the Don Pepin Blue Label all deliver that nice full bodied flavor and 2008-01-09T01:59:30.105+01:00 2008-01-09T01:59:30.105+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=29135833 EO 601 Green Label La Fuerza Habano Oscuro Cigar R Cigars: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Maduro, EO 601 Blue Label, and the Don Pepin Blue 2007-12-30T09:59:05.114+01:00 2007-12-30T09:59:05.114+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=29128148 Cigar Review: Alec Bradley MAXX Traditional Toro Alec Bradley MAXX Traditional was created, because some customers liked the MAXX but not the massive ring gauge. The MAXX Traditional uses the same tobacco as the MAXX, but in a 2008-08-25T01:31:07.320+02:00 2008-08-25T01:31:07.320+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=29128147 Occidental Reserve Connecticut Cigar Review Alec Bradley has really been stepping up his line of cigars, especially with his full-bodied Maxx. This time, he recruited Davidoff’s master blender Henrik Kelner to make a tasty, 2008-06-01T12:00:38.250+02:00 2008-06-01T12:00:38.250+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=21993876 What is everyone smoking? October 13th EO 601 Blue Label Box Pressed Maduro 2007-12-20T17:58:40.123+01:00 2007-12-20T17:58:40.123+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=21993875 Rocky Patel Vintage 1992 Robusto Cigar Review Similar Cigars: The Vintage 1990 is slightly smoother, but if you what something with a real kick to it the EO 601 Blue Label. 2007-12-11T01:58:15.132+01:00 2007-12-11T01:58:15.132+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=20209552 What is everyone smoking? October 6th EO 601 Maduro Blue Label 2007-12-01T09:57:50.141+01:00 2007-12-01T09:57:50.141+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=20209551 Who&8217;s Herfin&8217; And What&8217;s Smokin&821 Jack reviews: EO 601 Maduro Blue Label and Avalon Cigar’s Pinetop 2007-11-21T17:57:25.150+01:00 2007-11-21T17:57:25.150+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=20209548 What is everyone smoking? September 29th EO 601 Blue Maduro 2007-10-23T18:56:10.177+02:00 2007-10-23T18:56:10.177+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=20209547 Stogie Guys Friday Sampler LXIII Around the Blogs: Matt lights up a Tatuaje Havana VI. Cigar Command smokes the Cuvee Rouge. Cigar Jack tries the 601 Blue. Keepers of the Flame torches up a Fuente Don Carlos. Cigar Inspector inspects a 2007-10-14T02:55:45.186+02:00 2007-10-14T02:55:45.186+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=19406278 Jesse I think I'll be making these my next box purchase. :) I have a chunk of extra cash coming to me this month so I'm considering the EO 601's as a purchase. 2007-09-24T18:54:55.204+02:00 2007-09-24T18:54:55.204+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1014235&comment_id=19399211 Jesse I absolutely love the EO 601 cigars and the flavor profile of the Blue is fantastic. The steak is a good idea... always a good idea. :) 2007-09-24T17:54:30.795+02:00 2007-09-24T17:54:30.795+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=19133542 Cigar Reviews of the Week 5 flavorful thick gauge full-bodied cigar. Read the full review here… (No Ratings Yet)  Loading 2008-03-08T21:30:09.180+01:00 2008-03-08T21:30:09.180+01:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=19133540 Stogie Guys Friday Sampler LXII Cigar Command smokes a Dunhill Signed Range. Keepers of the Flame flames up a Tatuaje Series P2. Cigar Jack smokes the MAXX by Alec 2007-09-21T08:46:08.815+02:00 2007-09-21T08:46:08.815+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=19126589 Jesse I haven't tried Supervisor Selection, but may have to give them a try sometime. Right now I've got so much to smoke that I won't be buying much new stuff for awhile. 2007-09-21T19:29:11.040+02:00 2007-09-21T19:29:11.040+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=18912307 Jesse I looked at the site and couldn't find this deal, but while it lasted it was definitely worth it. I'm upset I missed it. 2007-09-20T22:03:06.591+02:00 2007-09-20T22:03:06.591+02:00 http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?context=explore&object=sites&mode=detail&id=203994&conv=1008630&comment_id=18903852 Jesse I've got a large bronze banded one I can't wait to try. 2007-09-20T04:56:10.151+02:00 2007-09-20T04:56:10.151+02:00