Gunslinger Outlaw Cigar 86.3325

 

This if the first of the custom cigars made exclusively for Outlaw Cigar in Kansas City.  Unfortunately this smokes about the equivalent of a 'Itsaboy' cigar.  Very bland, maybe even a little on the harsh side.  Not on my will by again list.  You can see more information like the below at gunslingercigar.com.

Still under development the Gunslinger will be the flagship cigar of The Outlaw Cigar Co... Many trips to Nicaragua and Honduras working with several different manufactures such as Jesus Fuego, Plasencia, Joya de Nicaragua, Rocky Patel, Arsenio, and Pepin Garcia in order to produce the greatest cigar possible. What we call the greatest House Blend on the planet. Outlaw has engaged passionate cigar smoking enthusiasts from all over the country to become part of the journey of tasting, and providing feedback on each of the developmental blends created as we work our way to the greatest house blend on the planet. The reviewers will be tasting these blends and submitting reviews to help tweak the flavor and body as we go along. Reviews will be posted on this site for the cigar community to view. This should give you an idea of how the blend is changing throughout the selection process. Outlaw will be utilizing strong Nicaraguan tobaccos, a Mexican Maduro wrapper and a few undisclosed unique tobaccos, Outlaw is patiently and persistently developing a flavor profile like no other cigar. A rich, thick deep, heavy cigar with earthy, dirty flavors, like a good Dutch Chocolate.

BRICKHOUSE 92.425

I have smoked about 6 of these now.  And have given several to friends to try.  They have been very consistent each time.  These are Nicaraguan made by the Newman family. They have a website at http://www.brickhousecigars.com/ . 

Leaf&Ale website had this review( http://www.leafandale.com/ ).

The original Brickhouse cigars were Cuban puros, handmade with the finest Havana tobaccos. Third-generation cigar makers, Eric and Bobby Newman, have recreated this vintage cigar brand by blending specially aged Nicaraguan tobaccos with hearty Havana Subido wrapper leaves to match the rich, well-balanced flavor of their grandfather's Brick House cigars. Handmade in Nicaragua, these flavorful cigars are designed to be enjoyed and shared with friends - just like J.C.'s friends and family would have done 150 years ago in the original Brickhouse. Brickhouse cigars are made in the same factory as J.C. Newman's El Baton cigars.

IDEOLOGY 262 92.0075

Size: 6×50, Toro (box pressed)

Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Rosado (Jalapa)

Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa)

Filler: Nicaraguan Ligero, Mexican Ligero (San Andreas), Dominican Republic Viso (Piloto Cubano)

Strength: Mild

I saw this in J. Paul's(Oxmore Smoke Shoppe),  one of the tobacco shops I frequent, and had not heard

of it yet.  Evidentally released in 2009.  This cigar is named 262 to honor JFK who passed the Cuban embargo in Feb. 1962.  The cigar is made by revelution cigars, website http://www.smoketherevolution.com/.  I hate rating a cigar when I have only smoked one, but was not sure about this one off the shelf and just wanted to try one.  It is a decent smoke.  Looking at the list of fillers above, it appears they like to reach out and join countries across Central America.

The Outlaw Cigar Company, Kansas City

Whenever I am in Kansas City I always stop by The Outlaw Cigar Company and check out their store and selection of cigars.  They are now selling their own branded cigars also, so will be smoking a selection of them and rating them on the blog shortly.  You have to love cigars named 'WTF' and 'Bad To The Bone'.  And also got hold of their annual calendar and had it autographed by the March Calendar model, Jennifer(Misnamed as Jessica in the calendar, WTF?).  The big gun out front was on display that weekend also.  I think it smokes pretty well, but I did not test it personally. :-)

Black Market 90.84

This cigar from Alec Bradly was a good cigar, but nothing stood out flavor wise.  The label reflects the trend I am seeing however, in large sizes that either have lots of information on them for advertising, or just to protect the cigar better.  I believe I ordered this one from cigar.com catalogue.  They have this to say on their web site:

The first thing you'll notice about Black Market is the plethora of smoke it releases. From first puff you'll be able to create billowing clouds of thick smoke that exude a pleasant, earthy aroma. This is due to the 4-country blend. Inside you'll find a filler consisting of Panama and Honduran long leaves all masked with a zesty Sumatra binder. Finished with a premium Nicaraguan-grown maduro wrapper, Black Market expells notes of spice and pepper as the cigar slowly builds in strength. With a dry finish, this is a great blend to enjoy with your favorite hearty libation.

Women and Cigars Magazine

Here is a great magazine for  Women and Cigars, also available online.  Check it out.
http://www.litmagazineonline.com/.

Perdomo Event

I went to Joe's Cigar in Rocky Hill today for a cigar event and to smoke some cigar's!
Do you need a reason to smoke cigar's?? I bought a box of 5.5 x 54 Limited Edition Cuban Boxed Pressed Maduro Epicure, Aged 5 years!!!  Once again I am into the boxed press shape that fits my big front teeth better.
The flavor was medium to full bodies with those special notes of something or other that the pro smokers can define. Me, i just smoke 'em.. Sorry Steve, I don't rate cigars with that fractal math that you use. I will say that they were yummy and had an excellent draw all the way down to the Nub!
Upon purchase I was given a free Cutter, as seen above, can never have to many accessories, or knives or guns, MRE's Bomb shelter prep, beer,, Oh sorry, I was just thinking out loud. Anyway the weather here in the East is warming right up and there might be a few more Cigars smoked this weekend.

Remember that it takes less muscle's to smile than to frown, and even less to smoke with.


Pete