Padron 1964 Anniversary Natural

docbp87

Amazing smoke! I'm not sure where the Nica Libre comparisons come from (same seed wrapper definitely does not come through...) This thing is a petite FLAVOR NUKE. Strength is medium, maybe medium-full, draw was flawless, burn was great despite the heavy box pressing, and overall this is one of my top 5 sticks ever. Full review, photos, etc. at the blog. Link in my signature.

mrpillow

I think most of the Nica Libre comparisons come from the maduro version. I've had both and while I find the Nica to not be exact along the same profile lines, it is a very respectable alternative for its price range.

docbp87

I smoked a Nica Libre and a 64 Maduro one night back to back (almost) in the same size, and while the Nica Libre is a good bargain priced cigar, I think the comparison to the Padron is basically marketing, and little else.

Unthought_Known

docbp87:

I smoked a Nica Libre and a 64 Maduro one night back to back (almost) in the same size, and while the Nica Libre is a good bargain priced cigar, I think the comparison to the Padron is basically marketing, and little else.

Agreed. Nica Libre is a very good smoke for the price. Padron Anniversary is a world class cigar, among the truly elite. The only cigar I've ever had that was better than the 64 Anniversary is the 26 anniversary.

TatuajeVI

Nick2021

It's a great smoke! Had one two days ago, definitely going to be getting a box of these when I return home!

Krieg

docbp87:

I smoked a Nica Libre and a 64 Maduro one night back to back (almost) in the same size, and while the Nica Libre is a good bargain priced cigar, I think the comparison to the Padron is basically marketing, and little else.

+1, NL is still a good smoke for the price though, especially with about a year or 2 on them.