Thoughts on some of AJ's sticks
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ZAP
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I think these are all his blends...if not someone please correct me.
I've had all these numerous times and just recently.
In order of preference:
1-Man O War Armada-OK only had this once and have one more I am waiting for a special spot for but found the first one a perfect cigar.....burns slow....full bodied and full flavored with no harshness....I remember it being relatively complex
2-San Miguel-Sad to see this going away....creamy, tasty medium bodied smoke with a nice sweeter flavor...burns great
3-San Lotano Oval-Top notch quality smoke with a lot of depth and flavor...great burn...only had one so far but have another resting
4-Moro Castle-I see it as an everyday type smoke but a dandy. I don't like smoking good sticks on the golf course but my buddy loves Gurkha so I brought a couple Crest's out...decent enough but would have preferred this smoke.
5-MOW Ruination-I am not as high on this as others but it is a solid stick with earthy notes to my taste..burned a little uneven today..
6-Ava Marie-First time I had this I thought it sucked ass....second time it was a much better experience...have one more left..
7-La Herencia Cubana-My first experience with this was outstanding..since then I have had another dozen or so and I still like it but have found the consistency varies from stick to stick.....or my buds do
..similar to Morro Castle but not as good imho
8-MOW-I've had this probably a half dozen times and just don't see the fascination with it...maybe a personal preference thing....not saying it is bad but I'd smoke many others before this
I've had all these numerous times and just recently.
In order of preference:
1-Man O War Armada-OK only had this once and have one more I am waiting for a special spot for but found the first one a perfect cigar.....burns slow....full bodied and full flavored with no harshness....I remember it being relatively complex
2-San Miguel-Sad to see this going away....creamy, tasty medium bodied smoke with a nice sweeter flavor...burns great
3-San Lotano Oval-Top notch quality smoke with a lot of depth and flavor...great burn...only had one so far but have another resting
4-Moro Castle-I see it as an everyday type smoke but a dandy. I don't like smoking good sticks on the golf course but my buddy loves Gurkha so I brought a couple Crest's out...decent enough but would have preferred this smoke.
5-MOW Ruination-I am not as high on this as others but it is a solid stick with earthy notes to my taste..burned a little uneven today..
6-Ava Marie-First time I had this I thought it sucked ass....second time it was a much better experience...have one more left..
7-La Herencia Cubana-My first experience with this was outstanding..since then I have had another dozen or so and I still like it but have found the consistency varies from stick to stick.....or my buds do
..similar to Morro Castle but not as good imho8-MOW-I've had this probably a half dozen times and just don't see the fascination with it...maybe a personal preference thing....not saying it is bad but I'd smoke many others before this
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All are good. Grab an Armada corona they are awesomeZAP:I think these are all his blends...if not someone please correct me.
I've had all these numerous times and just recently.
In order of preference:
1-Man O War Armada-OK only had this once and have one more I am waiting for a special spot for but found the first one a perfect cigar.....burns slow....full bodied and full flavored with no harshness....I remember it being relatively complex
2-San Miguel-Sad to see this going away....creamy, tasty medium bodied smoke with a nice sweeter flavor...burns great
3-San Lotano Oval-Top notch quality smoke with a lot of depth and flavor...great burn...only had one so far but have another resting
4-Moro Castle-I see it as an everyday type smoke but a dandy. I don't like smoking good sticks on the golf course but my buddy loves Gurkha so I brought a couple Crest's out...decent enough but would have preferred this smoke.
5-MOW Ruination-I am not as high on this as others but it is a solid stick with earthy notes to my taste..burned a little uneven today..
6-Ava Marie-First time I had this I thought it sucked ass....second time it was a much better experience...have one more left..
7-La Herencia Cubana-My first experience with this was outstanding..since then I have had another dozen or so and I still like it but have found the consistency varies from stick to stick.....or my buds do..similar to Morro Castle but not as good imho
8-MOW-I've had this probably a half dozen times and just don't see the fascination with it...maybe a personal preference thing....not saying it is bad but I'd smoke many others before this -
AJ makes many more blends than those. To me his shining stars are the regular San Lotano habano, the puro authentico, and the ruination corona.
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True...these are just the ones I've had
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I must admit I'm a AJ whore
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I do like almost everything aj has blended........but I feel that 95% of his blends do need rest prior to smoking. He seems to blend a lot of stuff with a searing retro hale that smooth out over time. But even when I know to rest them I still always have one rott
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+1Lee.mcglynn:......but I feel that 95% of his blends do need rest prior to smoking.
I like almost all AJ's stuff, but for some reason I find the Ave Maria line flat and uninspiring (especially at the price point it's at), I've smoked a few each of four vitolas........guess it's not in my flavor-wheelhouse
Have yet to try a Reconquista, and have some from March madness......gonna let them sit for a while longer, then torch one and see what's up.....
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mmmmmmmmmmm Armadas
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When you do decide to try a Reconquista I would suggest you dry box it for a day before lighting it up. The wrapper is veru oily and the one I had recently had some burn issues because of it. The next one I will dry box for a day and then try it again. They are VERY tasty !KingoftheCove:
+1Lee.mcglynn:......but I feel that 95% of his blends do need rest prior to smoking.
I like almost all AJ's stuff, but for some reason I find the Ave Maria line flat and uninspiring (especially at the price point it's at), I've smoked a few each of four vitolas........guess it's not in my flavor-wheelhouse
Have yet to try a Reconquista, and have some from March madness......gonna let them sit for a while longer, then torch one and see what's up.....
Can't say as I have met an AJ stick that I didn't at least enjoy. I find that his flavor profiles are right up my alley. -
speaking of them, I need to light one up again.scarlin:mmmmmmmmmmm Armadas -
I have yet to have anything by AJ i didn't like....wait scratch that, i meant fall head over heels in love with. Each time a new blend comes out its Christmas morning for me all over again.
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I'm the same with AJ. Cool to see you jumping head first into the forums, man, welcome aboard. If you get a chance, post a little blurb about who you are and all so we can all get to know you a little better.josiahcol:I have yet to have anything by AJ i didn't like....wait scratch that, i meant fall head over heels in love with. Each time a new blend comes out its Christmas morning for me all over again. -
Advice taken brother...posted a new thread in the general forum. ThanksKen Light:
I'm the same with AJ. Cool to see you jumping head first into the forums, man, welcome aboard. If you get a chance, post a little blurb about who you are and all so we can all get to know you a little better.josiahcol:I have yet to have anything by AJ i didn't like....wait scratch that, i meant fall head over heels in love with. Each time a new blend comes out its Christmas morning for me all over again. -
Love AJ cigars haven't had a bad one yet
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there are more.ZAP:I think these are all his blends...if not someone please correct me...
5 Vegas AAA
A. Fernandez Signature
AJ Fernandez Fresh Rolled Ave Maria
Cigar.com Brazilian Label
Diesel
Diesel Unlimited
Esteban Carreras
Graycliff G2
Graycliff Turbo
Gurkha Microbatch S-2
Gurkha Microbatch C-10
Gurkha Microbatch TPB-1
Gurkha Park Avenue
Gurkha Sherpa
Indian Tabac Split Decision
ITC 10 Year
La Cuna Bin 85
La Herencia Cubana Core
La Herencia Cubana Original
Man O’ War
Man O’ War Armada
Man O’ War Puro Authentico
Man O’ War Ruination
Morro Castle
Nica Libre
Padilla Achilles
Padilla Habano
Reposado 96
Rocky Patel 10th Anniversary
Rocky Patel Fusion
San Lotano
San Miguel
Sol Cubano Artisan
Sol Cubano Cuban Cabinet
im not even sure if i can call that all inclusive. -
ccom sungrown, LHC oscuro fuerte (I think), Est. 1844 (I think), MoW side projects, MoW Virtue, Emilio AF1 and AF2kuzi16:
there are more.ZAP:I think these are all his blends...if not someone please correct me...
5 Vegas AAA
A. Fernandez Signature
AJ Fernandez Fresh Rolled Ave Maria
Cigar.com Brazilian Label
Diesel
Diesel Unlimited
Esteban Carreras
Graycliff G2
Graycliff Turbo
Gurkha Microbatch S-2
Gurkha Microbatch C-10
Gurkha Microbatch TPB-1
Gurkha Park Avenue
Gurkha Sherpa
Indian Tabac Split Decision
ITC 10 Year
La Cuna Bin 85
La Herencia Cubana Core
La Herencia Cubana Original
Man O’ War
Man O’ War Armada
Man O’ War Puro Authentico
Man O’ War Ruination
Morro Castle
Nica Libre
Padilla Achilles
Padilla Habano
Reposado 96
Rocky Patel 10th Anniversary
Rocky Patel Fusion
San Lotano
San Miguel
Sol Cubano Artisan
Sol Cubano Cuban Cabinet
im not even sure if i can call that all inclusive. -
i knew i was forgetting some biggies. thanks for that hand.Ken Light:
ccom sungrown, LHC oscuro fuerte (I think), Est. 1844 (I think), MoW side projects, MoW Virtue, Emilio AF1 and AF2kuzi16:
there are more.ZAP:I think these are all his blends...if not someone please correct me...
5 Vegas AAA
A. Fernandez Signature
AJ Fernandez Fresh Rolled Ave Maria
Cigar.com Brazilian Label
Diesel
Diesel Unlimited
Esteban Carreras
Graycliff G2
Graycliff Turbo
Gurkha Microbatch S-2
Gurkha Microbatch C-10
Gurkha Microbatch TPB-1
Gurkha Park Avenue
Gurkha Sherpa
Indian Tabac Split Decision
ITC 10 Year
La Cuna Bin 85
La Herencia Cubana Core
La Herencia Cubana Original
Man O’ War
Man O’ War Armada
Man O’ War Puro Authentico
Man O’ War Ruination
Morro Castle
Nica Libre
Padilla Achilles
Padilla Habano
Reposado 96
Rocky Patel 10th Anniversary
Rocky Patel Fusion
San Lotano
San Miguel
Sol Cubano Artisan
Sol Cubano Cuban Cabinet
im not even sure if i can call that all inclusive.
