REVIEW: PARTAGAS CAMEROON

Cigar Name: Partagas
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: D.R.
Filler: D.R.
Size: 4.5” x 49 Robusto
Strength: Mild to Medium
Body: Mild to Medium
Price: $4.00-$7.00 (single)*

Smoking Time: One hour

*This cigar was given to me by Harold of Alcorn Cigars for review.  In no way did this factor in the rating of the cigar.       

Appearance: I don’t’ know if Harold had these sitting in the humidor since he opened the store or not, but the cello on these cigars is yellow with age.  That alone had my mouth watering.  The wrapper is the color of milk chocolate.  The band is simple and subdued.  Few veins but those that were present were not prominent.  There is some tooth present.           9/10

Construction: There were a couple of soft spots but I don’t think they will affect the smokeability.  These look well made otherwise.        8/10

Burn:   The burn was a little uneven but it held.  The ash held for more than an inch but was flakey.      9/10

Aroma: Tobacco.  That is really about it.  6/10

Draw: The draw was just right.  Not too tough, not too loose.        9/10

Flavor: Fairly one dimensional.  It tasted good, it is just not complex.  Tastes of tobacco and firewood.             7/10

Availability: Excellent availability.  You can get these almost anywhere.  However, I must say you probably won’t be able to find these with as much age.    10/10

Personal Overall Experience:  This is a good cigar and would be an excellent choice for someone new to cigars.  It is not too strong, not too weak.  I do wish it was a little more complex just because variety is the spice of life.  25/30.

Total: 83/100

Matt