Recent content by aavkk

I have been really loving the early 08 Upmann Connie 1's as they are tremendously rich and flavorful. IMO they are Mag 50's on steroids with a dark chocolate core. I'm very curious as to how those familar with all three mag 48, connie 1, and mag 50's perceive the blend differences to be.

I have heard a lot of mixed reviews on the 08 RASS however if you can locate some of the early 07's and ideally in cabs that would be the way to go.

Good question, for me I have been spending money on the discontinued stock that is hard to find now before they become impossible to find. Examples include 02 Party Lonsdales cabs and 98 Punch SS#2 cabs. Both fantastic smokes that will only develop to become classics as the years go by. I...

more 08 Upmann Connie 1's. get em while they last.

In addition to what Mark mentioned above, Ive had some success by putting the beads into the freezer to dry them out overnight or for a day or two if they are fully saturated.

very nice Greg! I had a chance to light up an 01 EL Torpedo and found similar tasting notes to these. I wonder if the blend is very similar.

Hey guys, I showed with a friend but didnt see any cigar smoke. We ended up at a table in the back left corner. Smoked an 01 VR Clasico and an 03 Punch SS#1. The punch was just amazing. Where did you all sit out of curiosity? I'll try to make it in Oct as I will be out of town on the 10th...

YES!!! Optimator? I love Optimator! I will be there and look forward to meeting you all. Alan (AAvKK)

hey guys, I am currently on ICC and FOH and was pointed in this direction recently. I'm looking forward to the 13th and having a few great smokes with some outstanding food and drinks. Alan