Punch SS#2 - URL JUN 01

[cvm4]

So I reach in the coolerdor and decide to take a plunge on the SS#2. I have smoked 1 of these a couple days upon arrival and it was just too wet to enjoy. I took out the trusty Palio, clipped the head, took a prelight draw, and it was just the right amount of resistance for me.

I went to the deck, followed closely by my dogs, and proceeded to light the foot. From there on out, it was a wonderful experience. I can see why people love these cigars so much! I was astounded by the rich, heavy, blue smoke upon exhaling it. Also, what surprised me the most was that even though it was a little over 4 years old, it was so "in your face." Like MRN stated, these should definitely be aged to reach maximum potential. The flavors were very earthy, leathery, and tannic/spicy. I love this cigar and smoked it down to 1 inch, which I rarely do! Easily in the top 3 Corona Gordas that I like.

 

[Wasch_24]

Gotta love 'em!

Is this from our "cab" split?

 

[cvm4]

Yes it is Todd....I also decided to smoke slower and steadier, which made a hell of a difference in the smoke and taste itself. It also didn't become as hot during the end and because of that, I could nub it more.

 

[Wasch_24]

Nice! :thumbsup:

 

[Coppertop]

recently got a cab in with a similar box code. I smoked one while away on vacation (also shortly after receiving them) and it was a bit wet....burned bad but tasted pretty good. I'm going to let them rest a few more weeks and smoke one again.

 

[cvm4]

recently got a cab in with a similar box code. I smoked one while away on vacation (also shortly after receiving them) and it was a bit wet....burned bad but tasted pretty good. I'm going to let them rest a few more weeks and smoke one again.

That's how my experience was when I first got mine. Tryed one a couple days after I recieved it and it was too wet and very thin smoke. A complete 180 degree turn around and just proves that stabilization time helps the smokes.

 

[smokem94]

Mine should be delivered today....and I can't wait! Sounds wonderful Cliff! :grin:

 

[Hot_Sauce]

One of my favorite corona gordas as well. Its a shame that they are bieng disco'd. Need to stock up before they are all gone as I hear they only get better with more and more age.

 

[althekillr]

I must be the only person that doesn't like these. have a cab that I'll dig into every once in a while to see if my tastes change