Brand: Gurkha
Line: Shaggy Torpedo
Length x Ring Gauge: 6.5 x 53 (torpedo)
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (wrapper, filler, binder)
Strength: Medium Bodied
Date: April 26, 2011
Notes:
One of the greatest cigars that date back to the British Raj, the richness of their history is reflected in the quality of their cigars. The untrimmed foot gives this cigar its characteristic look. On a very windy day, sitting at the Washington Irving Boat Club overlooking the Hudson river with the NYC skyline off in the distance, this cigar was surprisingly easy to light. The untrimmed foot makes this cigar ideal for a windy day. The smoke was consistent with a smooth draw. Although there was an uneven burn throughout most of the cigar (which can be attributed to high winds), the final third was almost naturally evened out.
This is a beer cigar. The taste itself is satisfying, seemed to go fine with Bud Light or even Blue Moon (the drink of choice that day). While the smoke was enjoyable, and the draw was great, my issues with the cigar consist of the uneven burn throughout most of the smoke (again, could be weather related), and an almost sour aftertaste.
Overall: 7 out of 10
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