anyone tried the RP 1961 or patel bros.?

[krulos]

UPDATE

I just smoked the Patel Bros. robusto, and I must say I'm impressed. This is the spiciest/most full-bodied RP cigar I've ever had. Beautiful appearance, great construction/draw, it burned pretty evenly with only one touch-up halfway through. It never smoothed out like most RPs and remained very spicy down to the nub. It wasn't terribly complex, but it was very enjoyable nonetheless. I give it a 91!

 

[Poriggity]

kinda curious about them both, but haven't gotten to try them yet. Here is a review of the 1961 a buddy of mine just did on his blog:

http://tonycasas.wordpress.com/2009/10/27/rocky-patel-1961-robusto/

Scott

 

[The Cigar Nut]

One of the local B&M's said they should be getting some in just after halloween (late, I know i know) and they have 2 set aside for me. I have not tried them yet but will def do a review once I am able to. Let us know what you think!

 

[Halon]

Smoked a Patel Bros. yesterday. It was good, they start off really spicy but mellow out. I think they are meant to compete with all the spicier Nicaraguan stuff coming out. I have heard that the 1961s are better, but we haven't gotten them in yet.

 

[Private Yesman]

haven't tried the 1961s.

The patel bros. is fantastic. It totally reminded me of the winter collection by patel earlier this year.

 

[Zen Cigar Man]

tried the patel bros too. not bad actually for a rp.

 

[stroke]

From what I understand the patel bros is the same or very similar blend as the winter blend.

 

[Zen Cigar Man]

it's not the same. but very similar. the winter had a lot more of a ligero kick to it.

 

[Private Yesman]

it could be me, but it seemed that the winter collection just came and went. I know all of the season collections are more limited but the winter didn't stay on the shelves very long at all.

 

[Private Yesman]

the patel bros. is practically the same blend as the winter yet with the Pennsylvania wrapper on it

 

[elderboy02]

I really liked the Patel Brothers.