Halloween for the Cigar Smoker

The 2011 Halloween season is right around the corner and it is never too late to start thinking of your costume.  For the cigar smoker what is better than a Playboy Hefner Smoking Jacket.  Sure you could spend tons of money on a designer smoking jacket but lets face it you are just going to sit around and smoke in it and most likely get burn marks on it.  So here is a perfect chance to convince the significant other that you need a smoking jacket, its a costume.  There are many places to find them but I included a link below to good one at a good price to help you along.  Believe me when you show sporting a smoking jacket and cigars for your buddies you will be the talk of the party, in fact you may even win a contest or two. 

Playboy Hef's Smoking Jacket Adult Costume Direct from the Playboy mansion, all you need are the smooth moves to accompany this authentic Hugh Hefner signature Playboy Smoking Jacket. Look out,

First Nica Libre 1990

I have been waiting to try the Nica Libre 1990 cigar since I heard they where comparable to the Padron Anniversary Series cigars. I decided I would treat myself and my team for golf tournament to them.
I purchased the 15 sample flight from CI for about $40 plus shipping. The cigars arrived 5 per bunch and where sealed quite well.
I put the presidente in the humidor for 5 days before smoking it. The cap was uniform and led to a sharp even cut, sorry not a punch fan. The wrapper is very earthy put smooth. The cigar lit well burned very evenly after lighting.





The first few puffs created a very nice thick smoke and a mild taste. Notes of pepper and spice hit the back of your throat. The ash is very solid as the cigar continues to burn.






The cigar really came into it's own at 1/2 point. This is the first time I can see the comparison to the Padron. Flavors are very prominent and the spice is solid. The burn is still very even.

The last 1/4 is putting a smile on my face. The smoke is very thick and the spice is still smooth. After only three ashes the cigar is still burning quite while and given the length it is not hot. Enjoyable smoke.









While after a good 1 1/2 hours the cigar is finished.  How did it stand up to the Padron, surprisingly well.  Because of the length of the cigar 8", it took a while for the flavors to develop but once they did it was a great smoke.  The cigar burned very well and very evenly.  For a cigar that 10's of dollars less than the Padron it is worth it.  They are great everyday smoke and one your humidor needs.  Padron's are like a 18 or 25 year old scotch, they are great but a treat.  The Nica is like an 12 or 15 year old scotch.  Very enjoyable and has many of the flavors of the older ones but just slightly under sophisticated. 

You can find the Nica Libre Diplomatica at Stogie Boys for $3.69/stick. Click Below.


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