

My first OpusX
In recent months I’ve become quite the fan of the Fuente Don Carlos and Ashton VSG. Naturally I’ve been curious about the OpusX. I’m happy to report that this No. 4 was a splendid smoking experience (especially the final third) but for the money, I’ll just as happily stick to the Don Carlos and an occasional VSG to quench my Dominican desires.
Got some of these in a sampler, this is the sumatra wrapper, not the maduro, right?
Only Hoyo de Monterrey stick I’ve smoked is the Excalibur, looks like this line comes in sumatra or maduro, sampler info did not say.
following yesterday’s Blue with La Lealtad
I won’t say it’s better than the Blue, but it is a bit stronger and I do prefer that. Excellent stick.
First time with this one
Alec Bradley Magic Toast Chunk. About 15min in and it’s ok, not great. Weak smoke output and a tinge of green bitterness.
My Father Le Bijou 1922 petit robusto
A standby in my rotation, this stick is a powerhouse of flavor and surprisingly affordable.
Trying a new one this evening, so far so good!
The deer are getting a bit too brave around here…
Which AF Don Carlos vitola do you prefer?
Having a robusto this evening, but the No. 3 or No. 4 is my favorite so far. Either way it’s a fantastic stick.
On a RoMa Craft kick: Maestranza Ciutadella Catalonia
I think I’m going to order a box of these 👀
RoMa Craft Neanderthal time
Had this stick for about 6 years and finally burnt her up. Certainly a bit mellowed but still plenty powerful.
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