Bold Beauties Collection

Oliva Master Blends 3

My only complaint was a bit of an inconsistent burn. Definitely could have been user error to an extent. I’d definitely rather have a delicious cigar that burns a little wonky than a mediocre cigar that burns perfect. Still a very pleasant smoke.

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Oliva Master Blends 3

1 year aged. Last of this batch. It's a solid, good smoke. Just not sure it makes the quality threshold for my humidor.

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.

Camacho Corojo

Morning drive smoke with coffee, finish off with coconut water

Oliva Master Blends 3

TL;DR - Earthy, creamy with intermittent toasted wood. One-dimensional. Recommended 👍 Aged 9 mos ⏳️ Pre-light is sweet and earthy. Light tobacco spice gathers on the tongue. Goldilocks construction and draw. Quality of the tobacco is clear. Light-up initially toasty wood 🪵 Spice to the forward palate. Tones down to a pleasant, creamy 🥛 and earthy smoke with intermittent toasted wood; one-dimensional. Burn is a challenge. It wants to go out, and it wants to burn faster on one side. This was dry-boxed for just under 2 hours. 4 hours next time. Medium flavors and strong nicotine. I'd like to try coffee pairing, but I need to fix the burn challenges first.

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Very good cigar. I want to try in a smaller vitola next. Burn draw and construction were spot on. Chocolate leather with some bla pepper mixed in. So mu smoke production is very satisfying.

Oliva Master Blends 3

TL;DR - Earthy and creamy. Recommended 👍 10 mos aged ⏳️ Starts off with spices from a Christmas drink and some Cocoa powder. I'm thinking cinnamon and hint of clove. To clarify, it's not sweet. I'm also getting the earthy and creamy flavors I read about. Medium flavors and medium+ nicotine. Overall, this was a good smoke. I like it, but I'm not sure it's going to make the humidor.

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Repeat review. This is a dark flavorful smoke. Rich and decadent.

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Taste like that awesome smell of when you walked into a tabbaconist. Unfortunately that's not as good of a flavor as it is a smell. Very one note and kinda bland. Slow smoke production and airy draw. I really liked the first out of this 5 pack hoping the next are better.

Oliva Master Blends 3

Bitter, chemical, Astringent. Not good

Camacho Corojo

Definitely full strength. Strong pepper. Few burn issues but overall decent experience

Oliva Master Blends 3

White pepper taste on the lips and a good bit of smoke. Draw was easy and consistent throughout.

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!

Camacho Corojo

In humidor 2mo. Great draw. Burn ok. Flavors of cedar leather pepper and earth. Went out several times.

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

Fully rich and strong! If you you enjoy a full body experience this is a great cigar!

Oliva Master Blends 3

An excellent cigar that beats easily on serie g, v and o

Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

A wonderful, oily smoke. Earthy and rich deep espresso in droves. Another clear triumph for Joya. The burn took a little bit of tender, loving care with a few relight touch-ups here and there. All good.