Joseph's Picks

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TASTE:Nutty, creamy, woody, leathery
HOBBIES:Rap, making music, basketball, comedy
STRENGTH:Medium to full
FAVORITE BRANDS

Arturo Fuente Hemingway Natural

Padron 1964 Anniversary Maduro

Liga Privada Unicos

Davidoff Nicaragua

Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown G660 6" * 60

Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown G660 6 * 60
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Okay, no need for any filler or elaborate introduction on this one. Without further ado, here is a tried and true classic - the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown! Let’s just begin with the fact that the wrapper is aged in bourbon barrels, giving this cigar an overall creamy and smooth consistency all the way through. When I sat down to light this one up last night, I was a little weary about it being a 60 gauge, seeing as how that is not normally my preferred size, but let me say, I was glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and ended up a bit surprised at how explosive the flavor was and how smooth and comfortable of a smoke it was. I was greeted with nutty and earthy notes to begin with, and then it slowly transitioned into more of a nutty/cocoa combination. Some slight spice accompanied this very tasty cigar, and let’s not forget to mention that this stick sells for under 10 dollars! Truly a great choice for buyers not looking to hurt your pocket too much. I also noticed that towards the end of the smoke, it held a very consistent burn, with very little issue. For those not familiar with the brand, I think it's time to discover one of the greats. And if you happen to be in South Florida, come and stop on by at our new Pinecrest location to pick one up and experience your own today! Picked on 03/14/2023

Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro Churchill 7" * 50

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Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro Churchill 7 * 50
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To the average smoker this name might strike familiarity. The Oliva Melanio Serie V. But, most are probably unaware of Melanio maduro! This flavor bomb blasts your palate away with many notes right off the bat such as cocoa, dark oak, and white pepper. A maduro San Andres wrapper with a beautful dark chocolate hue is used to cloak this exquisite stick. Upon reaching the end of the first half, you are introduced to new notes of light cinnamon & toasted vanilla. This, for a lack of a better word, makes for one tasty cigar! You'll notice that as you keep puffin' this stick down that it carries a consistently smooth draw with no flaws in its construction. From start to finish your mouth will be left watering. As you start creeping towards the end you are greeted with leather notes which compliment this rich stick. These flavors swirl your palate leaving nothing but enjoyment on your mind! Now, being that this is a Churchill you will definitely want to make sure you have time to really sit down and enjoy! Suggested pairing option to accompany this phenomenal cigar would be a spiced rum. Picked on 12/28/2022

Ozgener Bosphorus B50 4" * 50

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Ozgener Bosphorus B50 4 * 50
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Here we go, the Ozgener Bosphorus B50! This short stick is packed with an assortment of flavor. Before lighting this one, I was greeted with alot of nutty notes on the dry draw. Upon my first light I was met with an overwhelming leather and cocoa profile. Throughout the first half of the cigar I was pleased with the smooth draw and great construction. "Man! What an amazing burn!" (which stayed that way all the way down to the nub.) Being a small vitola size it is perfect for a 20 to 30 minute smoke, taking me only 25 minutes! About halfway through, a subtle transition is noticed from the leather and cocoa to more oaky and earthy notes. Interesting switch, and overall just a great small cigar offering everything one could need as a full body smoker. Being that this stick didn't burn hot towards the end, you can literally smoke this one to your fingertips! Highly recommend this short smoke for anyone's humidor. Picked on 10/07/2022

H. Upmann Herman's Batch Toro 6" * 52

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H. Upmann Hermans Batch Toro 6 * 52
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Welcome to Herman's Batch! Let's jump right into this fabulous smoke. With a beautiful shiny light brown wrapper, this cigar gives you a milk chocolate look, pleasing to the eye. Unlike many other cigars where you would get leather notes towards the end, this one hits you with them right off the bat. An overall tasty Dominican stick bringing you mild cocoa flavor as well as a peppery backing, just like Mexican chocolate! For an average smoker you might say this is not a heavy cigar but be aware that this stick does carry a bit of a punch for a medium-body smoke. As I made my way to the mid way point there was a subtle change in flavor as I really started to experience a lot of oak and cedar. Still holding on to the aforementioned cocoa and peppery notes, this was making for a great combination! But wait! There's more. Just when I thought it was over, a new flavor made its way to my palate. A pleasant toasted cashew and walnut was present as well towards the end. Definitely one for the books for a smoker in need of a complex stick full of flavor. From beginning to end, Herman's Batch greeted me with note after note, all of which were delicious. And if you're a coffee fan, smoke this stick paired with an espresso or black coffee to really set it off. Picked on 08/08/2022

Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature Sungrown 6" * 46

Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature Sungrown 6 * 46
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Ah at last! As a new face to the cigar world, I am finally diving into the Hemingway Sun Grown from Arturo Fuente! Due to the recent worldwide events, this once easily sought after cigar became somewhat coveted. I had heard quite a slew of people comment highly regarding the Hemingway line over the course of my short time here at Neptune so trying it out was a must. Upon first light, almonds and soil touch my palate, as well as a mild spice to the tongue. Appearance wise this cigar has a sleek perfecto touch giving it such a smooth draw from start to finish! A delicate sweetness can be detected for the first half of this stick. For the second half, I start to detect much more oaky notes as well as a beautiful aroma of toasted almonds. "Man, this is a phenomenal gar!" There was a slightly noticeable uneven burn throughout but the overall quality of this stick out rules this factor, I almost smoked this one down to the tip! All in all, I'm happy I finally got to try out this requisite stick, and I can fully understand what all the hype is about! Pair with some quality cognac for the ultimate experience... Picked on 06/14/2022
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