Oliveros Swag Toro Review

When Rafael talked about this cigar to us, it was an interesting concept.  A moderately inexpensive cigar that came with an opportunity to acquire some swag.  As the old saying goes, "don't judge a book by it's cover", as this cigar has an incredible smoking enjoyment value.

It is draped with a toothy reddish hue wrapper with slight blemishes accented with a tight head and a clean foot.  Construction is perfect resulting in an excellent draw, allowing me to enjoy it's medium to full flavours of cinnamon peppery combined with raisin sweetness and consistent spicy tingle.  The nasal exhale reveals a treat of earthy vanilla caramel.  Totally not what I had initially expected from this cigar marketed as a budget stick, in fact far exceeding my prejudiced notions of how these bargain cigar projects usually turn out.  Oliveros has turned out a sure winner for this after dinner smoke.

Torano Master Robusto Review

A dark brown toothy wrapper adorns this cigar.  Slight imperfections such as discoloration and veins are present.  Construction is up to par as indicated by the good draw.  Upon smoking, I am greeted with spice, citrus tang, some pleasant sour notes and hints of earth with accents of wood.  A decent cigar worthy of a casual smoke, but not the kind of stick I would go for to impress others... in short a good "yard gar" for when raking the leaves or standing in front of the barbeque.