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Illusione "Original Documents"

Riley says:

"Cigars and ‘Canes"

Joe says:

"Sharing an MJ12 with friends!"

James says:

"Strong though small. Good Cuban compatible. "

James says:

"Good cigar in rainy days "

James says:

"I like this one better than the part. D4"

Vinny says:

"Over all a really good stick I have to try it again."

Richard says:

"Excellent smoke!!"

Samuel says:

"Careful, this one punches back."

Justin says:

"Strong, but in a good way. "

Sebastian says:

"My favorite from Illusione"

A true boutique cigar made in small batches, Illusione "Original Documents" is the core line of Illusione Cigars by Dion Giolito. Introduced in 2007, the cigar immediately garnered a cult following among seasoned cigar smokings and earned very high ratings in the cigar industry. Approaching the palate with notes of leather, black cherry, earth and floral sweetness, this full bodied, full flavored smoke is made with only Nicaraguan tobaccos.

Cigar Origin
Honduras
Most cigars are manufactured in the Caribbean and Central America.
Honduras, a Central American country which shares a border with Nicaragua, is widely known in the premium cigar industry as the ideal place to grow Cuban and Connecticut seed tobaccos. Danli and the Jamastran Valley is considered the heart of Honduras’ cigar industry. The Jamastran Valley is known for producing a full-bodied tobacco that draws strong comparisons to the tobacco grown in the Pinar del Rio region of Cuba. This same region is also known for its Connecticut shade grown and Corojo shade grown tobacco. In addition, Honduras produces Cuban-seed sun grown filler tobaccos of the highest quality.
Strength

Full
Wrapper Color
Colorado Maduro
Cigar wrapper color varies from green (Double Claro or Candela) to black (Maduro or Oscuro) with a full range of browns in between.
Colorado maduro wrapper is milk chocolate brown.
Wrapper
Nicaraguan Habano
The wrapper is the last tobacco leaf to be rolled on the cigar, so it is the one the smoker will see.
Nicaraguan cigar wrappers are produced mainly in Esteli and Jalapa, both lands with volcanic soil and excellent climate for growing tobacco. Wrappers grown in Jalapa have sweet undertones. Corojo, Habana2000, Criollo, and Maduro wrappers are all produced in Nicaragua.
Binder
Nicaragua
The binder is a full tobacco leaf that is used to roll the cigar, binding the filler tobaccos together.
Nicaraguan cigar binders are produced mainly in Esteli and Jalapa, both lands with volcanic soil and excellent climate for growing tobacco. Binders grown in Jalapa have sweet undertones. Corojo, Habana2000, Criollo, and Maduro binders are all produced in Nicaragua.
Filler
Nicaragua
Filler is the term used to describe the tobacco inside a cigar or the "guts" of the cigar.
Rolled by
Handmade
Handmade cigars are completely made by hand from start to finish.
Manufacturer
Aganorsa
Aganorsa Leaf (formerly known as Casa Fernandez) is one of Central America's largest tobacco growers. Their factory, Tabacalera Tropical, is located in Esteli, Nicaragua and employs hundreds of cigar rollers.

Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

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Torpedo, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

	MSRP	OUR PRICE	YOU SAVE	SMOKE RINGS	AVAILABILITY	QUANTITY
Box of 25	$266.25	$233.95 FREE SHIPPING	$32.30	1165	In Stock Ships 05/30
Single	$10.65	$9.60	$1.05	45	In Stock Ships 05/30

Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

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Robusto, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

	MSRP	OUR PRICE	YOU SAVE	SMOKE RINGS	AVAILABILITY	QUANTITY
Box of 25	$245.00	$215.95 FREE SHIPPING	$29.05	1075	Backorder Ships 06/04 - 06/06
Single	$9.80	$8.85	$0.95	40	In Stock Ships 05/30

Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

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Corona Grande, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

	MSRP	OUR PRICE	YOU SAVE	SMOKE RINGS	AVAILABILITY	QUANTITY
Box of 25	$250.00	$220.95 FREE SHIPPING	$29.05	1100	In Stock Ships 05/30
Single	$10.00	$9.00	$1.00	45	In Stock Ships 05/30

Illusione f9 Lonsdale 6"1/4 * 44

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Long Corona, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

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Box of 25	$265.00	$232.95 FREE SHIPPING	$32.05	1160	In Stock Ships 05/30

Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

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Toro, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

	MSRP	OUR PRICE	YOU SAVE	SMOKE RINGS	AVAILABILITY	QUANTITY
Box of 20	$225.00	$198.95 FREE SHIPPING	$26.05	990	Backorder Ships 06/04 - 06/06
Single	$11.25	$10.15	$1.10	50	In Stock Ships 05/30

Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

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Corona, Full, Colorado Maduro, from Honduras

	MSRP	OUR PRICE	YOU SAVE	SMOKE RINGS	AVAILABILITY	QUANTITY
Box of 25	$230.00	$201.95 FREE SHIPPING	$28.05	1005	In Stock Ships 05/30
Single	$9.20	$8.30	$0.90	40	In Stock Ships 05/30

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Kenneth Vogt Which of these comes in a silver wrapper?

Posted 8/4/2021

NeptuneCigar.com Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo

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Anonymous Where are the cigars from

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NeptuneCigar.com These cigars are produced in Honduras.

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Anonymous Why is there no option for a single F9?

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NeptuneCigar.com Ocassionally a cigar is discontinued from being sold by singles when there is no demand for them.

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Katie Hughes How long does it take to get these in?

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NeptuneCigar.com This cigar is currently in stock and ready to ship. We expect to see more inventory arrive in about 5 busienss days.

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George Do you deliver to Sydney Australia

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Anonymous Yes, we do!

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ALSO FROM ILLUSIONE

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CUSTOMER'S REVIEWS

OVERALL

4.48

171 reviews

How reviewers describe Illusione "Original Documents"

smooth

good flavor

full bodied

floral

mild

sweet

pricey

fantastic

easy

creamy

cinnamon

bad burn

vanilla

full of flavor

favorite

complex

Rated 4.05by 780 Aficionados

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Jorge H.04/24/2023About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

lovely smoke with a great draw, taste, and burn.

W.Eight N.04/10/2023About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Great cigar

Riley B.03/22/2023About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

This one was really disappointing. The burn went out several times when I was only waiting about 30-40 seconds between draws. There was a point in the second third where the cigar got completely plugged and I had to use a draw tool several times.

Marcin P.03/22/2023About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Not a bad cigar.

Jeremy H.03/12/2023About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

A nice little smoke that started leathery and cedary but provided an underlying sweetness as I worked through it. A slightly firm but decent draw with a slow burn that will go out if you don't stay on top of it but overall an enjoyable hour long smoke.

shihi p.02/19/2023About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Coffee beans, leather, licorice, slightly sweet, good cigar.

Daniel C.01/02/2023About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

There are no bad Illusione blends. Have smoked this one in the corona size for years. Just a fabulous example of what's available from Nicaragua without breaking your budget.

Jeremy W.12/13/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

I wasn't really feeling this one

Andres D.12/13/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great cigar Tight draw Magnificent flavor The aluminum dress is difficult to take out and MAY damage the cigar....be careful.... Great product

Nelson E.12/04/2022About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Not a bad cigar. I find that it'll pair well with a stout.

Zak D.11/02/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Really amazing flavors. Highly recommend.

Vince W.09/15/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

A buddy of mine introduced me to this cigar about a month ago…I added it to humidor immediately, great flavor and real slow burn.

Deborah F.09/06/2022About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Smooth smoke

James W.08/23/2022About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

An overall good cigar but the appearance could be better to draw more attention to it

Jeff R.08/19/2022About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Solid Nicaraguan taste. Very smooth with solid flavors that you get in a Padron. Very tight draw though. Will buy this line again, just not this stick.

Thomas B.08/17/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Outstanding

Lawrence K.08/11/2022About: Illusione f9 Lonsdale 6"1/4 * 44

I’ve had 5 cigars so far. They all had a tight draw. Not what I expected from Illusione.

JAO S.08/02/2022About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Great full bodied cigar.

JAO S.07/24/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Nice flavor cigar.

Allen R.07/06/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Outstanding cigar

Andrew T.07/01/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

This cigar has become a big time favorite of mine as for me it’s not as much on the full side but packs enough flavor throughout

James T.04/29/2022About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Small but strong cigar. Good for Australian to buy while the duty and tax is around $1.2 per gram. Easily $20 duty for a robustos.

James T.04/09/2022About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Been only Cubans for years. Now I found lots of good draws from non-Cubans.

Michael K.04/04/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Loved the slight cherry notes this stick gave off. Def will buy again.

James T.04/02/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Very nice cigar for the price you spend.

Kim G.03/24/2022About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Excellent blend. More of a treat for the nose than the palate but it is exactly what I yearn for on some days

Christopher K.02/02/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Nice smoke! The flavor was on point. The only thing was the draw got tight 1/2 way through but loosened up again after 1/2 in. Definitely would smoke again.

Philippe B.02/01/2022About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Nice and nothing to complain about but not that interesting.

Rick M.01/27/2022About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Good cigar

joe w.01/24/2022About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Will order again

joe w.01/24/2022About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Really smooth

AJ B.01/24/2022About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

One of the greats from Dion at Illusione

Wayne H.12/27/2021About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

I've smoked 5 different Illusione stick, all high quality. This is the best IMHO, full flavored, coffee, dark chocolate, wood, medium to full, however smooth.

Robert H.12/15/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Love Illusione!

Hendrik H.12/12/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Pretty tasty. Could be one of my everyday morning - daytime cigar.

nathan F.12/11/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good Stick

Hendrik H.12/10/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Nice small cigar, floral, citrus, coffee, leather. Medium body. Box worthy everyday smoke! Love!

Vinny D.11/22/2021About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Interesting stick. I enjoyed it started off dark chocolate with leather then to creamy hint of black cherry back to sweet chocolate. I must try it again.

Subrata B.10/29/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Great

Andrew T.10/14/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Such a great go to cigar. A must have in your humidor at all times.

Jose M.09/20/2021About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

MJ12 is a very reliable cigar. It’s been consistent throughout the year maintaining its quality and taste. Notes I perceive with MJ12, dark chocolate, leather and terrain. Creamy and smooth smoke medium to strong.

Naaoto H.09/10/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

My favorite cigar.

hyun s.09/04/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Man, this is amazing. It’s non-cuban but taste like a cuban. It’s worth to buy this box of it. This taste better than a Cohiba siglo 1&3

Adam R.08/31/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Philip B.08/20/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Great

Nicholas A.08/11/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Rich notes for sure couldn't pick up sweetness as much I would have liked to burn was fantastic and draw improved from 2nd third and on.

Jisoo K.08/04/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Balance and complexity are perfect. Fruity(black cherry), brown sugar, mushroom and woody. Almost like smoking Cohiba. Love this truffle aroma. Perfect for my daily cigar.

Kevin S.07/26/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good Smoke

Ray D.07/20/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

A classic from Dion. Medium buddy, full flavor, amazing!

SH L.07/11/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

My fav. From the original series

SH L.07/11/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Wow. Excellent deep flavors with looong burn time

Tony S.06/24/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Saving for later

Johnny B.05/29/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Again, the bomb!

Karl K.04/29/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Best Illusione I've had. I didn't get any floral notes in aroma or taste. In fact, I thought it tasted nutty and sweet. Others noted tightness and difficulty keeping it lit. I did not think the draw was overly tight but I did have to relight several times. I also felt I had to knock the ash off prematurely to keep the taste from going a bit sour. Left me with some ash pancakes rather than logs. No biggie, just an aesthetic thing. If you look for good full flavor that's not overwhelming check this one out.

cesar n.04/28/2021About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

ok cigar

Josh E.04/13/2021About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Big fan of Illusione lately. This cigar is no exception other than I had to touch up the burn a few times

Jaime V.03/05/2021About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Classic cigar, now a days overlooked a little bit. Love it.

Jose T.01/06/2021About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

it is a smooth cigar

Richard B.12/14/2020About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Five stars all the way!!

ABDUS M.12/11/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Very good Cigar, Particularly of its value.

Adolfo C.12/09/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Good smoke

DENNIS M.11/27/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Perfect size for a short smoke break

Chris W.11/17/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

I love the minimalist look of the packaging and it had great reviews, plus I cannot get these in the uk so I thought I would give them a try. Awesome stick. A true 5 star smoke

George H.09/29/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

To the nub..Impressive wrapper protects a wonderful stick

Charles M.09/21/2020About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Full bodies, yet very easy on the palate. Not overpowering at all. Lights well and draws quite nicely. Just the right amount of smoke and smells fantastic. Really nice smoke for those who like strong cigars

Dan B.08/24/2020About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Nice smooth sweet oily smoke. Required a few more burn corrections than I would like

Jonathan C.07/26/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Descent cigar but a little pricey in my opinion

Donald M.07/14/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Excellent cigar.

Emanuel P.07/04/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

it's definitely illusione, good cigar.

Wayne S.06/29/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great smoke

Anthony S.06/27/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Draw was extremely tight, and had to re-light a couple times because of it. I’m going to give it second try.

John M.06/27/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good but there are a lot of good smokes out there in this price range,

Daniel C.06/20/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

BOx worth stick

Daniel C.06/20/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

power house

Daniel C.06/20/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Another great blend from Illusione

Daniel C.06/20/2020About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

My favorite Illusione

Daniel C.06/20/2020About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Good good good

Mark J.06/17/2020About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Smooth and full bodied. Great earth and leather flavor

Jason N.06/02/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Very good cigar with robust flavors and a great burn. I have really been enjoying most everything Illusione makes and I really appreciate their price point in conjunction with the quality.

Allen R.05/25/2020About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Not a bad stick. A good breakfast smoke

George G.05/09/2020About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Good.

Guillaume k.05/06/2020About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Nice stick! Good flavor. Nice draw

Frank S.04/27/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo has quickly become one of my favorites. They have a great draw and even burn. Thanks to the Neptune team for a great recommendation. Wouldn’t purchase my cigars anywhere else

Ivon02/10/2020About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

This is one of the most "complex" and interesting cigars I have smoked. Perfect construction, extremely smooth, lost of transitions, flavors of earth, oak, mild pepper, slight coffee mixed together just right. However, be aware that this cigar increases in strength as you smoke and you may need to sit down for the last inch. But it's definitely worth "powering thru" for the flavors. The reward is worth the challenge. enjoy!

Chris H.02/07/2020About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

nice cigar

Charles C.01/05/2020About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

First Third - Starts off with blast of black pepper/spicy tobacco. The spice tones Down a little and flavours of wood come out. Finish is nutty. Burn is jagged with two small runners. Strength is full. Second Third - Burn evenEd out a bit, but it’s still jagged. Spice has really mellowed out in this third. Finish is nutty with a slight bitterness. Strength is medium plus. Final Third - Strong spice comes back, but nowhere as strong as the 1st third. Wood and bitter nuttyness is still there. Finish is Spicy but also has some baking spice and dry cocoa. Strength is full.

tim12/24/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

the balance is good.

Joaquin O.12/09/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

The Illusione Original Documents 2 Belicoso is a beautiful light-dark cigar, with a Nicaraguan wrapper, filler and binder. This cigar has a gorgeous, oily brown wrapper with a fair number of large veins and noticeable seams that telegraphs notes of milk chocolate and spice. From the first puff of this full-bodied cigar you can taste roasted nuts, coffee, leather and a hint of sweetness. It’s well balanced and creamy stick. During the second third, you can feel the spice and pepper pick up, but it was not overpowering. It still maintained its smoothness and sweet nuttiness. In the final third, the mix of flavors continued with a little more leather taste. This stick has a solid burn with an impressive white-gray ash. In conclusion, the Illusione Original Documents 2 Belicoso is a good cigar with complex flavors and a rich blend. I recommend it if you like full-bodied cigars and want to try something different. Enjoy!

Viken B.11/28/2019About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Great smoke but not as pleasant as the Eparnay.

Duane M.11/04/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

From the time you unwrap this cigar the fantastic smell comes out. Great tasting cigar with a great draw. A little on the stronger more flavorful side, which I like.

Chris M.10/19/2019About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

A lot to enjoy here. Definitely a re-order! Smooth and rich flavor! Yes!

Marwan A.09/30/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Good cigar

AJ B.09/12/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

On recommendation from my brother. This may be my favorite Illusione stick

James W.07/29/2019About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

No idea why this is not my thing

Subrata B.07/13/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Good

Billy F.07/05/2019About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Really enjoyed this stick

Dayron V.07/03/2019About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Superb

David O.06/27/2019About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Smooth, well smoking cigar. Nice flavor.

Ronnie J.05/21/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Draw was a bit tight, but overall pretty good cigar.

Pat05/03/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

I love the Ilusione Rothchildes and one of the store clerks recommended I try this one. Boy, was I thoroughly impressed. I found this cigar to be very similar to a Cuban Montecristo. Great smoke from start to finish.

Steven A. L.04/25/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Very smooth and rich. Great burn and draw. Flavors are full and medium body. This is a great smoke from the get go, and right through to the finish. You will find a transition point from flavor to flavor. Well worth the money, and should be in every humidor. Try the MJ12 for a great experience that you will go back to over and over again.

George H.04/21/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Illusione does not disappoint.. Smooth flavor and price is right

Charles C.04/19/2019About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

OK cigar. Good draw. Wavy burn that corrected itself half way through. Nice nutty flavor in the very beginning, then mostly cedar, earthy, with a little nut flavor. Finish was bitter tobacco.

Richard Plummer04/09/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

This has a buttery, soft flavor with a creamy, peppery retrohale. I need more

Dayron V.04/08/2019About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Taste below expectations

Steve Elam03/19/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Another real good stick .... love it

Dayron V.02/19/2019About: Illusione 2 Belicoso 5"1/4 * 52

Superb!

Lin J.01/19/2019About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Nice

Stephen S.12/31/2018About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Great short smoke when you don’t have time for a double corona.

Guy N.09/18/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Nice full favor cigar with a good burn and draw. Will buy again

Fernando G.09/16/2018About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Awesome stick. One of my new faves!

Lee G.09/16/2018About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

I read good things about this cigar and was happy to find it here at Neptune. Good smoking cigar the taste was very pleasant. I hope to buy again.

Dayron V.08/15/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Another superb job by Dion

matt b.08/10/2018About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Good

matt b.08/10/2018About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good

George H.07/27/2018About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Great name great tradition Stronger than you would think

Ted F.07/16/2018About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great smoke

Timothy R.07/15/2018About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Sweat, delicious, excellent smoke!

Jon C.06/08/2018About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Perfect draw and burn. Very smooth smoke. The flavors are very pleasant without the spicy kick you usually get from Nicaraguan cigars, but they aren't super pronounced either. I'd buy again but there are others in this price range I prefer.

Gregory C.06/03/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Very nice appearance, consistent wrapper, lit easily by toasting. Burn was very even throughout with good ash and no tunneling. Draw was decent, though a tiny bit tight at the beginning but quickly opened up. The flavor was surprising creamy and smooth, with just a hint of spice. A nice mellow cigar that stays consistent throughout. Not a great deal of variety but the flavor it has reminds me of a Cuban Siglo somewhat, though with a touch less cedar. Currently the best of the Illusion family that I have sampled. Would buy again.

Eric S.03/23/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Very nice smoke, good flavors and very smooth

Steve H.03/21/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Very good cigar!

aziz r.03/20/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

This is an excellent smoke and burns very well. Very smooth

Adam S.02/23/2018About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

In my humble opinion, the Illusione 88 is a near perfect cigar for any occasion. It is not too large nor too small...not too strong nor too weak. Its appearance is perfection...a gorgeous chocolate brown wrapper complimented by a simple, elegant, thin white & black band. No gold, no silver, no bright neon highlighter-esque colors screaming out for attention... It is understated and self confident. The name "88" stems from the year Dion Giolito moved to Nevada and named his brand Illusione. This is a well packed and fairly heavy cigar, but the draw is open, with just enough resistance. Pre-light you will be greeted with a pleasant toffee like scent. Upon lighting, the toffee remains, but is joined with cocoa, pepper, hazelnuts and leather. The spice picks up a bit as the cigar burns. The ash is a light gray color that holds fairly steady, though does shed a few flakes here and there. I find that it pairs quite well with a decent rum. If you have yet to experience one....you are missing out on a gem.

andres l.01/22/2018About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good smoke

theodore r.11/08/2017About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Good cigar, great flavors. I had trouble with the draw and burn but could be a one off. I will definitely try another one.

theodore r.10/30/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

This little cigar really surprised me, I wasn't expecting the punch this little guy packed but it was a pleasant surprise. I found the draw to be perfect, the burn was a bit wavy at times but never got out of control, and its full of flavors. Dark espresso, bitter dark chocolate, woody, earthy, and some sweetness as well. The aroma was great, reminded me of a barn on some property I used to hunt. I have already bought more.

Curtis C.10/20/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

One my favorite robusto. This cigar gives off notes of nuts, cedar, cream and white pepper.

Curtis C.10/20/2017About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

One my favorite robusto. This cigar gives off notes of nuts, cedar, cream and white pepper.

Mark L.10/16/2017About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Good cigar. I rated the taste 4/5 to distinguish it from its maduro counterpart-which I gave a 5/5 in Taste. You almost can't go wrong with Ilusione

Marcos L.08/18/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Great cigar, it starts with a non impressive mineral taste, then, after the first third, the sweetness appears and a toffe like flavor dominates the experience. On the last third it became stronger, but pleasant.

Hunter B.08/16/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Cigar burned well (Slightly Uneven) and had a great palate of flavors.

Alan C.08/16/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Another great tasting cigar but i did have a few burn issues with a few i ordered (which needed retouching) which has put me off buying a whole box - but may buy a few sticks in the future for the taste.

Nicholas T.07/31/2017About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Very good cigar, I'll definitely order this one again!

Benjamin M.06/11/2017About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

There is a lot of cigar here for ~$9. For the first 2/3, it was complex and powerful (it's not a faint cigar, and I say that having eaten prior to smoking it). Nitpick: burn was a bit uneven ahd had to relight 1-2x. Good smoke volume, thick and full. The last 1/3, however, was fairly bitter -- like the dial kept going in intensity without complexity, which was a shame. Had to give up well before the nub. I bought 2, so will see how the 2nd one does after a bit of time in the humidor. Worth trying, especially at the price.

George H.05/25/2017About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

I am truly blown away by this cigar...

Marty S.04/14/2017About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Great Hour cigar, Great taste easy draw.

Nicholas T.03/16/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Delicious cigar, I will definitely order this one again!

Kenneth S.03/12/2017About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

Absolutely lovely smoke. For the price you really get a lot of flavor and a nice experience. Pairs well with a glass of port and dark chocolate!

Timothy B.02/01/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Smoked this last night and was very impressed. Starts out as a medium body cigar and about half way the flavors become full. First 3rd there was a earthy minerality and a dark roasted coffee finish. towards the middle of the stick a light toffee sweetness joined the party. Final 3rd introduced a hint of leather and white pepper with a strong but good tobacco flavor. This is a great full bodied cigar, the burn was iffy at times but nothing too high maintenance.

Nuno S.01/11/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Good overall cigar

Ibrahim M.01/03/2017About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Great service by Neptune team, thanks Neptune team.

Anthony W.12/17/2016About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

spicy, strong cigar. lot of punch for such a small cigar

BJones11/14/2016About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Little thin for my preference, but a nice cigar.

Joseph F.10/23/2016About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

did not smoke it BUT gave the 2 cigars I bought to my son-in-law- SO if he likes them I WILL continue to buy them, so keep them on my list

Charles M.10/15/2016About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Big fan of Illusione. Although a very good cigar, maybe I was expecting to much. Nice in appearance, and smoked very well. It wouldn't be my first choice in the line, but I would definitely purchase again.

Charles E.10/15/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

My top favorite

Eric R.10/06/2016About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

This is a superb stick. I'm not a big maduro guy but this so well balanced. The draw, burn, aroma, and taste are spot on. I love the 42 ring gadget corona. They are all really well constructed. Real beauties.

Michael M.10/04/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Look out Tatuaje & Drew Estate! This mj12 from Illusione is fire!!

Giuseppe P.10/03/2016About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

WHAT A GREAT CIGAR!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Eduard N.09/20/2016About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Illusione, never disappoints

Kenneth S.08/28/2016About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

Good

Walter R.08/05/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Arrived in good shape and in a timely manner, love the cigar

Ozzie H.07/25/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great taste

Jay D.07/14/2016About: Illusione mk Corona 5"1/8 * 42

I'll buy a box next time

Joseph R.07/11/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

This is a very nice cigar. Thanks for recommending it!

Katharice W.06/21/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Smooth n good

Daniel G.06/18/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

It might strike you as strange and an out-of-this-world cigar. The MJ-12 aka Majestic 12, is code name of a group of scientist, politicians, and military personals formed by Harry Truman in 1947, to investigate UFO activities from the Roswell incident. Which would probably explain the tin foil wrap of this cigar. Sounds pretty well thought out if you ask me. Now for the cigar itself, it's just as amazing as its story behind Dion's MJ-12. Starts off with a little black pepper and ceder but quickly dissipates. Quarter in the cigar you get sea salt and a hint of dark caramel. The cedar does come back, but faintly. Very consist in flavor throughout the cigar and burn was even. The draw was cool and open and not burning hot. I usually get about 2 inches of ash without it falling. I recommend this cigar with a nut brown ale or a medium bodied scotch.

Peter V.06/14/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Saw someone smoking this and the aroma enticed me to try it and I realized I should stick to the maduros I typically smoke.. the taste was bitter and horrible.

Jorge O.04/10/2016About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

A nice cigar. But in my humble opinion nothing impressive.

burton r.02/10/2016About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

I love this cigar. Great flavors, smokes beautifully and very well priced for the quality of this cigar

George H.04/09/2015About: Illusione f9 Lonsdale 6"1/4 * 44

Not a full smoke guy, but this was a wonderful smoke. I convinced someone it was from Cuba.

Jason R.02/17/2015About: Illusione 88 Robusto 5" * 52

The illusion 88 I have been smoking for about 4 years. Always a great burn and a very consistent cigar. I really love the taste. It is very similar to the Illusione cg4. It might be the same blend? I like the 88 better than the cg4 because it is a little thicker and I enjoy the way it burns. I Definitely would recommend this cigar as a wonderful everyday smoke. Hope you try one! Let me know.

Luz H.02/05/2015About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

This medium to full bodied Illusione Corona Gorda has everything going for it: excellent construction, perfect amount of spice, delicious cedary and leather tones, sweetness, and complexity. Quite possibly the best cigar in the whole Illusione portfolio.

Anthony S.10/30/2014About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great smoke, great brand.

Richard R.09/19/2014About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

this was decent, but not nearly as good as an mj12

Brian B.09/06/2014About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Great cigar!

Brian B.09/06/2014About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Great cigar!

Eric F.08/22/2014About: Illusione mj12 Toro Gordo 6" * 56

Very strong cigar out of the box. After smoking or three of them, I have decided to hold over the box till next summer and see if they mellow a bit.

HIROFUMI S.07/24/2014About: Illusione cg:4 Corona Gorda 5"5/8 * 46

Sweet fruit from beginning to the second third, leathery taste adds in the last third. Tasty!