Syrinxx’s Cigar Shack

Arturo Fuente 8-5-8 Factory Seconds Natural

This inexpensive, unbanded second of the Arturo Fuente 858 is a bit of a mystery to me, as the banded cigar normally sells for only $5.  The smoke is a tasty, rich blend of sweet tobacco and mocha with a hint of cedar and peanut.  The aroma is excellent, almost intoxicating.  If you’re willing to overlook some construction issues such as small wrapper flaws, a slightly loose cigar that creates flowery ash and has an overly easy draw, you will find a very tasty cigar at an unbeatable price.  Thanks to my co-worker Rocky (no, not that one) for the sample cigars!

Mini Review Grade: B-

Mini Review Arturo Fuente, Cigar, Grade B-, Mini Review, Natural, Toro

5 Vegas Classic Double Corona

A well constructed cigar with a nice sumatra wrapper.  It had an overly tight draw but a well behaved and firm ash.  A pleasant flavor profile of sweet, earthy tobacco and a small hit of pepper on the palate.  The smoke is fairly creamy but has a slightly harsh finish, and has a medium-full body.  At $2-3 each, this is a nice value cigar.

Mini Review Grade: B-

Mini Review 48 Ring, 5 Vegas, Grade B-, Med/Full, Mini Review, Sumatra