DogWatch Cigar Radio Episode #288 - IPCPR Impressions
08-22-2010 
Cigar of the Week - Calibre 58 from Miami Cigar and Company
Originally an event cigar available only at Miami Cigar events, the Calibre was not meant to be a production line cigar. However, due to increasing pressure from retailers, the line will soon be available with a foot band in slide lid boxes. This is a 4x58 100% Nicaraguan Puro. It comes in both a Robusto and a Toro with the same dimensions and this sample sports a rosado wrapper although it will also be available with an oscuro.
Dark Side - PARTAGAS 8-9-8 VARNISHED
The 8-9-8 cigars from Partagas are favorites of Cuban tobacco lovers. They get their name from their presentation in a box of 25 cigars, divided into three layers consisting of 8, 9 and 8 cigars. It is one of the current vitola range: strong, well balanced, with rich aroma and flavor, and ideal measurements for the smoker who can spare the time.
Length: 6.6 inches (170mm)
Ring Gauge: 43
Factory Shape: Dalias
Strength: Full
What else have you been smokin' Dale?
Don Pepin Garcia Blue Label, churchill
Paradigm 262
La Traviata Maduro robusto
Guillermo Leon corona
Cain Nub Maduro
What else have you been smokin' Bob?
CAIN NUB Habano - Like the CAIN Habano but I just cannot get used to its form factor. I have an uncomfortable feeling the whole time I smoke the NUB format.
CAO Brazilia monster 5x56 - The ring gauge is just overwhelming for a cigar that I actually like. All of the subtleties of the flavors get lost in an overwhelming rush of strength and tobacco. It loses the flavor of the wrapper.
Elogio Salamone - A sweet tasting cigar that builds dramatically as you smoke in to it.
La Herencia de Cuba - A winner of tobacco, spice and leather. Get these while they are still available.
La Traviata Maduro - Better than the original La Traviata as it carries more flavor and seems to be more consistent throughout the experience.
What's My Band - #929 suggested by Nelson Pidgeon - The Alec Bradley Family Blend
Bob - Very subtle, slight aroma at the foot. First draw is very nice with mild flavors of spice and tobacco. Overall a pleasant, mild cigar with good flavors; an easy burn and good draw.
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Herf Line Reviews - If you call and leave a cigar review on the herf line and it is played on the show, you will receive a DogWatch Cigar Radio patch! You can reach the Herfline at 321-594-4373 - or cigar.radio on Skype. You can also send email to theshow@cigarmedia.tv.
Origin of the term HERF: From Cigar Craig, http://cigarcraig.wordpress.com/2009/09/29/the-origin-of-the-word-herf/
Do you have a suggestion for the unbanded cigar of the week? Every week Bob and Dale include an “unbanded cigar” segment in their show in which they smoke a cigar without any markings and give their honest opinions. Bob then opens a sealed envelope and discovers the cigar’s name and manufacturer. If you have suggestions for the "What's My Band?" segment, please send them to liz@cigarmedia.tv.
Music provided by the 25 Smokin' Figurados from their new album, "Lesson Two," and The Surfonics.
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