Man O' War Anthology Sampler II

Man O' War Armada

Second review with the Armada, at 18 months of rest. Again, this turned out to be a great cigar. The flavor profile consists of creamy caramel, dark chocolate, and black pepper. The cigar stayed smooth the entire way. The burn stayed much more even this time.

Man O' War Armada

Pretty sure this is the first time trying the Armada. Pleasantly surprised, this turned out to be a great cigar. The flavor profile consists of creamy caramel, dark chocolate, and black pepper. The cigar stayed smooth the entire way. The only negative hit was the burn that tried to run on one side until corrected.

Man O' War Puro Authentico

Man O' War Ruination

I loved the opener on this cigar, deep earthy nutty notes complimented by a nice spice and full depth! As I got halfway through though, it had trouble burning consistently and the wrapper completely fell to pieces. Great cigar, poor construction, expected better from AJ.

Man O' War Ruination

Here's a cigar I've had periodically, but the larger War Horse has a smoother vibe to it. The flavor notes are still consistent with leather, wood, and some toasted notes. Although the burn had a tendency to waver, it was still slow with a smooth draw.

Man O' War Armada

Espresso, black pepper, stone fruit notes

Man O' War Ruination

An orotund offering that epitomizes the skillful art of full-bodied premium handmades. ru - in - a - tion [roo-uh-ney-shuh-n] -noun 1. the act or state of ruining or the state of being ruined. 2. something that ruins. Strap on your bike helmets gents. Behold, Man O’ War Ruination, a supremely flavorful handmade offering superior layers of bold, Cuban-esque flavors balanced by velvety smoothness that pours forth with raw spirit and intensity. Ample flavor abounds, driven by its bold mixture of Cuban-seed Nicaraguan and Honduran long-leaf ligeros. These hand-selected tobaccos have been picked from the plant's highest priming, bringing maximum flavor and richness. To conceal this deep, dense blend of tobaccos, an oily Habano Ecuador ligero leaf was chosen as its wrapper - one that's thick and juicy, even outshining the flavorful core within. An explosion of spice greets you up front, as Ruination deliquesces into softer notes of oak, earth, toast, wood, and leather. The velvety smoke coats the palate, leaving a long and satisfying finish filled with the wonderful lingering aroma of toast and charcoal. Toward the nub the roller-coaster continues....closing with a concentrated, layered, full-bodied finale. Nothing short of a religious experience!

Man O' War Armada

An eruption of Cuban-esque power yet nicely balanced, over-the-top notes of earth, vanilla, coffee, spices, and cedar with a crisp tobacco core.

Man O' War Ruination

Second time I’ve had a man of war cigar, definitely gonna go on my humidor as well

Man O' War Ruination

Love this cigar, so smooth!

Man O' War Ruination

Good but this one had a light draw.

Man O' War Ruination

Love these

Man O' War Armada

Started good and then burn got hot and took the flavor out some

Man O' War Ruination

Pepper and strength, no flavor

Man O' War Virtue

Great breakfast cigar!

Man O' War Ruination

Night and day difference fr th first smoke. Needed the time in the humidor

Man O' War Ruination

Great Stick on a lunch break!! Here’s to the three day weekend!

Man O' War Virtue

Much better than the last one. Time in the humidor I now believe is critical. 2 months minimum is a good start

Man O' War Virtue

punch cut - excellent draw. slight nutty hints

Man O' War Virtue

Not sure that I liked this the first time I smoked but was good. Had sweet Connecticut wrapper flavor and a little spice. Would smoke again