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When I interviewed Eric Newman back in December at the Diamond Crown Red Carpet event, I picked up a handful of different cigars from J.C. Newman, including a few of these #4 Maduros. I smoked one that night, and set another in the humidor to enjoy later....and that time is now.
It's a hot day out, so I've chosen to pair this smoke with a Lite beer. This cigar is very attractive looking. The dark Broadleaf wrapper gives it a chocolate bar appearance. It is oily and feels like it has some age to it. I opted for a straight clip, and as I toast the foot, the aroma is really quite enticing.
1/3: There's a hint of sweetness on the finish that is instantly noticeable. I don't pick up any pepper here, but instead find coffee, almond, and cinnamon. The ash held on nicely, although I knocked it off at 1" to avoid ashing on my lap.
2/3: The cigar has shifted from medium body/strength to medium-full. Notes of cocoa have appeared.
3/3: As I start the final stretch, I notice that the draw has gotten a little stiffer, and the mouth-feel has gotten a tad on the dry side. It's gotten dark, and I have things to do, so I put this down with about an 1-1/4" left.
I do like the Diamond Crowns, and I will buy more of these in the future. They are flavorful, yet not powerhouses. Solid choice, and a good box buy.
Size: 5-1/2 x 54
Wrapper: USA (Connecticut) Broadleaf Maduro
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
It's a hot day out, so I've chosen to pair this smoke with a Lite beer. This cigar is very attractive looking. The dark Broadleaf wrapper gives it a chocolate bar appearance. It is oily and feels like it has some age to it. I opted for a straight clip, and as I toast the foot, the aroma is really quite enticing.
1/3: There's a hint of sweetness on the finish that is instantly noticeable. I don't pick up any pepper here, but instead find coffee, almond, and cinnamon. The ash held on nicely, although I knocked it off at 1" to avoid ashing on my lap.
2/3: The cigar has shifted from medium body/strength to medium-full. Notes of cocoa have appeared.
3/3: As I start the final stretch, I notice that the draw has gotten a little stiffer, and the mouth-feel has gotten a tad on the dry side. It's gotten dark, and I have things to do, so I put this down with about an 1-1/4" left.
I do like the Diamond Crowns, and I will buy more of these in the future. They are flavorful, yet not powerhouses. Solid choice, and a good box buy.
Size: 5-1/2 x 54
Wrapper: USA (Connecticut) Broadleaf Maduro
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
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