Trying to pace post count. I have already congratulated Hays but will do so publicly here. Truly a great BOTL and glad to have you on the team bro. Just remember the dream. "Sitting on fat wallets and smoking cigars"-Jerry
I got the first of my Paradigms today from Jerry Ernst at 262. The service is unmatched (as it should be for a start-up, in particular) and the attitude of the people is awesome.
I told Jerry I'd let them settle in the humidor for a while (if I could stand the wait) and let him know what I thought after I tried one. Well, of course I couldn't wait, so I retired to the Man Room to sample the 6" Box Pressed Toro. Box pressed may be a bit of a stretch if you're used to a really square box press. The boxiness of this cigar is much more subtle.
I'm no expert, having been a cigar smoker in earnest for only about 5 years, but I know what I like. So here's my take on the 262 Revolution "Paradigm".
The construction is excellent with only one tiny bump on the whole stick. It was very fresh, supple and aromatic prior to firing up. Rolling it between my fingers I could feel a tight, even roll. The pre-draw was easy and flavorful. After lighting, the draw was open and easy, but not too easy. I thought it took just the right amount of "pull" to make the cigar an pleasant experience, not the chore some sticks prove to be.
One of the things I like about a good cigar is a vast plume of great white smoke, which the Paradigm provides in spades. Throughout the entire session, which lasted an hour and 20 minutes, by the way, there wasn't a trace of "hotness". It came into its own about an inch in and got steadily better.
The flavor, which had hints of chocolate and wood, really blossomed about 2/3 of the way in. All the way to the nub, the smoke seemed to get more full, and never got hot. It's a fairly stout cigar, but should be easily appreciated even by smokers of the lightest tobacco.
The only issue I had with the cigar was the label. The ring seemed to have too much gel holding the label to the cigar, which made it difficult to remove and left a blob of dried gel on the wrapper. But that's no biggie as it didn't tear the wrapper or effect the goods.
These guys have a winner in my book. I'll be buying more, that's for sure.
I just ordered 6 pack sampler today.....I'm excited to try these out! They look soo awesome. After reading about this company on the website it looks as like they have their stuff together. Now just have to hold out until the cigars come.
Ok say WHA????? King's gonna be a 262 rep now? Sweet...so when we have the company parties I get to meet him and beat his a$$ for all the nasty comments! ;-)
i will be ordering some of these this week. looking forward to tasting these. everyone has so much good to say about them. i can def. stand behind the company though, I like their ideals as well as many other things I don't have time to talk about. this may be the beginning of a great relationship as well.
nice write up suspect. I am looking forward to these later this week or early next week. I spoke to Clint today and learned a lot about the stick itself as well as the company. I am pretty excited about the brand and what it's offering and it's future direction. to me, the company is as important to me as the stick. it sounds like i will def. not be let down when i fire this up.
I had my first one last night. It was the box pressed size. Damn thing lasted almost 2 hours. The first half was citrus and cocoa with tons of cool smoke. The second half was more cocoa and leather. Over all it was very flavorful with a nice even and cool burn. I'm looking forward to trying the other ones, after they get a couple months of rest.
I had my first one last night. It was the box pressed size. Damn thing lasted almost 2 hours. The first half was citrus and cocoa with tons of cool smoke. The second half was more cocoa and leather. Over all it was very flavorful with a nice even and cool burn. I'm looking forward to trying the other ones, after they get a couple months of rest.
Glad you enjoyed the cigar! I really love the torpedo the most. I am buying my personal boxes on Friday. I think I might get a box of each size. For you mild guys we will have something soon for you. And for you full kick you in the teeth guys our full cigar is in the works! We will then have something for everyone. From what I am hearing the mild isn't just a plain boring mild. I am excited for the full later this year.
I had my first one last night. It was the box pressed size. Damn thing lasted almost 2 hours. The first half was citrus and cocoa with tons of cool smoke. The second half was more cocoa and leather. Over all it was very flavorful with a nice even and cool burn. I'm looking forward to trying the other ones, after they get a couple months of rest.
Glad you enjoyed the cigar! I really love the torpedo the most. I am buying my personal boxes on Friday. I think I might get a box of each size. For you mild guys we will have something soon for you. And for you full kick you in the teeth guys our full cigar is in the works! We will then have something for everyone. From what I am hearing the mild isn't just a plain boring mild. I am excited for the full later this year.
Now I'm really excited about this! Umm looking at your post count it says you are at 1000 Snake! Congrats and I'm now going to have to see who had Feb. 15th for your contest.
With all the nice reviews, I'm excited to try these. sandman and I have a 6-pack sampler we'll split up.
That all depends on when these get to my house.....They might not make it 2 weeks until our trip down to Ohio. LOL Might have to buy another 6 pack if they are as good as everyone is saying.
so with all this talk about citrus and chocolate are these infused and/or flavored cigars?
No infusion. This cigar just seems to produce some very pronounced flavors. Like I experienced some very distinct aromas and taste of cedar and pine. Jsnake and few others experienced distinct citrus and chocolate. Who knows what might pop up next????
Kansas City guys I need your help!! Outlaw Cigar is giving us a trial run at their new Overland Park location. I need you guys to go buy and give Kendall your feedback so we can become a permanent fixture there and plan an event for this year.
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