Friday, April 6, 2012

Review: Man O War Virtue

Cigar Name: Man O War Virtue
Wrapper:
Ecuadorian-grown Connecticut
Binder:
Nicaragua
Filler:
Nicaragua
Size: Churchill 7.5” x 52

Strength: Medium
Body: Medium
Price: $2.00-7.50/each
Smoking Time: Hour and a Half

I have done a couple of reviews on other Man O War’s but this is the first on the Virtue.  Considered to be their “lightest” of the blends, the Virtue is still blended by A.J. Fernandez. 



Appearance: This is a very pretty, golden Connecticut wrapper.  No veins and smooth to the touch.  The band is silver and blue and is pleasing to the eye.             8/10

Construction:  Well made with no seams, stems, cracks or soft spots.          9/10

Burn:   The only issue I ever have with these is keeping them lit.  Not anything on their part but when I enjoy them, it is usually in the morning when I am driving or playing golf.  I can get easily distracted and it does not hold the flame long.    7/10

Aroma:  Grass and hay.          8/10

Draw: Nice and smooth.  No issues here.  10/10

Flavor:  For a Connecticut it is spicy.  Not overpowering at all but just a nice healthy shot of pepper on the back of the palate.  Very pleasant but there is not a lot going on.  These are one dimensional.      8/10

Availability: These are only available online at Cigars International, Cigar.com and Cigarbid.           7/10

Personal Overall Experience: For me, this is a very good morning cigar.  It is pretty one dimensional so you don’t have to concentrate too hard on it but it is just enjoyable.  When you can get them cheap on the auction site, I recommend it.  24/30

Total: 81/100

Matt

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