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Nick’s Sticks-Little Havana Maduro

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

While browsing the humidor at a local shop recently, I ran across the cigar up for review today. I was drawn to the price, and after a few seconds I realized I was looking at Perdomo cigars. I didn’t know this initially since Perdomo is nowhere on the band. A little history… Before the Tabacalera Perdomo cigar company existed, Nick Perdomo called it “Nick’s Cigar Company.” This cigar comes in three different wrappers – Maduro, Connecticut, and Sun Grown. As you’ve gathered by now, I will be trying the Maduro this time. Let’s get to it.

 

Wrapper: Nicaragua

Binder & Filler: Nicaragua

Size: Toro 5 1/2 x 54

Price: Around $3.50

 

Pre-Smoke & Construction:

The dark maduro wrapper had a few medium to large veins, and was pretty rugged looking. The wrapper had a natural sweet tobacco odor, while the foot was more of a sweet earthiness. The pre-light draw was a little tight, and had an earthy taste. Overall the cigar was pretty tightly packed, so I suspect this is why the draw was snug.

The burn required a couple minor touch up’s, and the ash held for just about an inch.

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Flavor:

The first third initially had pepper though the sinus that packed a little punch, and an easy earthy flavor wrapped things up. After about an inch in, an elusive sweet note was noticed and I never really pinned down what it was. There were woody flavors that combined with the earthiness, and the pepper pretty much stayed consistent. While good, the overall flavor profile had a rough start. But it started to come together and became more enjoyable at time went on.

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Overall the second third seemed more refined and smoother. That punchy pepper once again was a constant. The earthiness became a background note that would vary in strength. A bitter sweet flavor became prominent. It wasn’t full blown bitter chocolate, but was similar. There was a tingle on the lips upon exhaling the smoke. It felt like cinnamon but not full blown cinnamon taste.

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The last third pretty much stayed the same as the second third. The peppery spice may have calmed down a little, but it never lost it’s kick. Other then that, paste my comments about the second third here.

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Conclusion:

This was a decent medium to full bodied cigar. Despite the rough start and simple flavor profile, I enjoyed it. I also think it lives up to it’s price point. Obviously I wouldn’t pay premium cigar prices for this cigar. I can only suggest that you judge for yourself. For around $3.00 you don’t have much to lose.

Perdomo – A Class Act

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

I’m sure every cigar blog already posted this, and I think it is worth repeating. In fact, the more sites that spread this around, the better. Let’s get the word out on a company and person that I think is a class act.

Good ol Nick Perdomo released the statement below on their website. Last year while everyone jacked up prices for the SCHIP tax, Perdomo lowered theirs. This year many cigar manufacturers are raising prices because they can. And once again, Nick Perdomo has a different approach. I for one appreciate the effort and I will be supporting Perdomo as much as I can.

Perdomo 

Dear Cigar Lovers,
At this very same time last year, we were all hit with the punitive SCHIP, a 700% tax increase on premium cigars. Our company, Tabacalera Perdomo, made a courageous decision and absorbed this ridiculous tax on more than 70% of our brands and also reduced the price of our famous Perdomo Reserve line, by $25.00 to $37.50 a box! When manufacturers were again raising prices in these tough times, we went completely against the industry trend and lowered our price points last April. As we approach the completion of the first year since that dreadful “cigar tax day,” I am proud to say that the huge risk we took paid off as you spread the word and supported Perdomo Cigars.

With today’s poor economy and the continued attacks of taxation and smoking bans, I spend most of my days asking: What can I do to ensure you will have the opportunity to enjoy Perdomo cigars every day? My solution is complex and difficult, but it’s simply the right thing to do. This year, as you continue to experience numerous price increases again – in addition to last year’s outrageous taxes – I ask myself, “Aren’t we in this together?” My answer is an unequivocal “Yes!” That’s why, starting in April, we will reduce the prices on even more of our most popular brands, including our Perdomo Lot 23, Perdomo Grand Cru, Perdomo 2 (Squared) L.E. 2008!

As we roll back our prices on Perdomo cigars to levels not seen since 2007, you may ask yourself: “Why is Nick doing this again?” My answer is quite simple: I trust that cigar smokers are smart with their hard earned dollars and will recognize Tabacalera Perdomo’s efforts to provide premium quality cigars at very affordable prices.

A year ago, when we reduced our prices, many of you called or emailed to thank me. Our sales team also received numerous handshakes and compliments. I sincerely thank you and I will always remember your kind words. As one of the few remaining family owned and operated American cigar companies, we control every aspect of the agricultural, manufacturing, and distribution of our brands. Efficiency and total quality control continue to be our top priorities, and this will not change, I assure you!

On behalf of the “Perdomo family” in Miami, Nicaragua, and across the United States, we want to thank you for your loyalty and support. We look forward to many more years of offering you outstanding Perdomo cigars at affordable prices!

Sincerely,
Nick Perdomo, Jr.
President, CEO
Tabacalera Perdomo
http://www.perdomocigars.com

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