Man O' War Has Ruined Me

[Soulmanure]

its a decent cigar, have you tried the Diesel range also by AJ Fernandez

I did have one of these the other day--I thought it was good, but not comparable to the Ruination. On the other hand, I hadn't let it sit long, so I'm going to give it a second try in a week or so. Do you find these to be better?

[Kdot]

its a decent cigar, have you tried the Diesel range also by AJ Fernandez

[Soulmanure]

im expecting a few to arrive this week. Ive nothing but good things about it! PS where in alameda are you? My family still lives in concord, ca.

You'll be loving these! I live in the island of Alameda, right next to the Fruitvale bridge exit. Ever been there? Sleepy little town, but I like it.

[eggopp]

Great review.... Not had the Ruination Belicoso but ive had 2 others.. all great sticks

[bopmachine]

Man O' War Ruination Belicoso

This is not a review proper, but I was curious to see how many of you have enjoyed this monstrously fabulous cigar. I am finishing up my second one, and I am once again struck by its perfect combination of power and flavor. The Ruination takes off right away with a hit of pepper, but there is a rich depth that keeps the strength from being simply overwhelming.

I haven't the pallet to really describe the flavors, but what really sticks out is what I think of as the umami category: a savory, almost meaty aspect that makes you want to keep puffing away even though the stick is strong and lasts up to two or so hours. This may be my inexperience, but I wouldn't say that the flavor goes through distinct stages, but I could care less; it maintains its depth completely, though the pepper dies down a bit as it burns.

The burn is even, the ash a strong and gray, and the smoke plumes thickly. The draw was slightly tight this time, but it's a bit humid today, and the flavor that coats the mouth stays, though it does not destroy everything else that you might ingest later on in the day.

When the funds come around, if they do, I will surely purchase a box. I'd say that the Man O' War, the regular edition, is quite good, but the Ruination takes that enjoyable, earthy smoke up to heaven.

A great stick, this, and if you've a long, leisurely afternoon, you can't go wrong. Just eat a full meal beforehand.

So as I smoke this down to the nub, all I can think is "I've got blisters on my fingers!"

im expecting a few to arrive this week. Ive nothing but good things about it! PS where in alameda are you? My family still lives in concord, ca.

[Soulmanure]

Man O' War Ruination Belicoso

This is not a review proper, but I was curious to see how many of you have enjoyed this monstrously fabulous cigar. I am finishing up my second one, and I am once again struck by its perfect combination of power and flavor. The Ruination takes off right away with a hit of pepper, but there is a rich depth that keeps the strength from being simply overwhelming.

I haven't the pallet to really describe the flavors, but what really sticks out is what I think of as the umami category: a savory, almost meaty aspect that makes you want to keep puffing away even though the stick is strong and lasts up to two or so hours. This may be my inexperience, but I wouldn't say that the flavor goes through distinct stages, but I could care less; it maintains its depth completely, though the pepper dies down a bit as it burns.

The burn is even, the ash a strong and gray, and the smoke plumes thickly. The draw was slightly tight this time, but it's a bit humid today, and the flavor that coats the mouth stays, though it does not destroy everything else that you might ingest later on in the day.

When the funds come around, if they do, I will surely purchase a box. I'd say that the Man O' War, the regular edition, is quite good, but the Ruination takes that enjoyable, earthy smoke up to heaven.

A great stick, this, and if you've a long, leisurely afternoon, you can't go wrong. Just eat a full meal beforehand.

So as I smoke this down to the nub, all I can think is "I've got blisters on my fingers!"