UK Cigar Scene Magazine March Issue 3 | Page 19

Oliva Serie O Toro Tubo Length 6“ Ring Gauge 50 Filler, binder & wrapper - Nicaragua Manufactured in - Nicaragua Made in the original Cuban tradition of growing the same Habano seed in diverse regions of the country to produce a distinct blend. This blend was achieved by growing Habano in Esteli, Condega and Jalapa Valley. PANEL BLIND TEST AVERAGE SCORE: 8.10 Dean Pullon, Owner of the UK Cigar Forums Average Score: 8.00 Strength: “Somewhat light” Flavour: “Good” Aroma: “Average” Personal View: “Good cigar” Comments: “Smelt awful before being lit but was pleased with taste, especially through the nose. Creamy mid to end and would smoke again.” Dara Weston, Dublin based cigar lover Average Score: 7.43 Strength: “Moderate” Flavour: “Good” Aroma: “Good” Personal View: “Good cigar” Comments: “Pre light “barnyard” aroma, often find in custom rolls. Wrapper was very good and with firm construction (although 2 hairline cracks appeared during smoking) and a very good draw. Started off very smooth with subtle hints of cocoa and dried fruit. Excellent burn with firm ash. Developed some strength at end of first third with a spiciness entering but not pushing it past medium strength for me. Perhaps it has some age on it and while having mellowed is showing glimpses of its original strength. Hints of cocoa remained through the entire smoke making it a very enjoyable smoke, at the milder end of what I would normally choose.” Dale Battams, Moderator with UK Cigar Forum Average Score: 8.86 Strength: “Somewhat light” Flavour: “Very good” Aroma: “Very good” Personal View: “Great cigar” Comments: “A really good cigar that only got better. Really enjoyed it.” 18