Initial Thoughts: I’m no stranger to Gurkha Cigars. Here on CigarScore.com, I’ve reviewed the Gurkha Royal Challenge, the Gurkha Ghost Asura, the Gurkha Cellar Reserve Platinum Solara, and the Gurkha Heritage. And it’s no secret that they never score very high on the CigarScore scale. However, as with every new cigar, I went into the Gurkha Read more…
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UNBOXING – CIGRco, June 2019 – Is It Worth $88.28?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways to get new cigars you might not try otherwise. And today, I’m unboxing the June 2019 cigar Read more…
Cigar Review: Gurkha Heritage Toro
Initial Thoughts: I was excited to buy the Gurkha Heritage but went into it with low expectations. Gurkha cigars have not usually been my favorite. However, the Gurkha Heritage has a great draw and a wonderful aroma. The first half of the cigar tasted really good. The flavors were complex and medium to full-bodied. However, Read more…
Cigar Review: Gurkha Cellar Reserve 12 Year Platinum Solara
Initial Thoughts: When I cut this cigar, apparently the lounge’s guillotine was dull-AF, so it ripped the spiraled end right off. However, what got to see is a nice blend of dark brown tobacco. The matches lit the torpedoed end easily and the first puffs delivered great flavors. The draw is easy (as it should be Read more…
Cigar Review: Gurkha Ghost Asura
Initial Thoughts: Before lighting, I noticed the wrapper was more “vein-y” than usual. I don’t normally do this, but to light this cigar, I first lit a strip of cedar, and the result was a nice punch of flavor to kick off the Gurkha Ghost Asura. After about a half-inch in, I started getting some really Read more…
Cigar Review: Gurkha Royal Challenge Maduro Toro
Initial Thoughts: The first few puffs were a little ashy-tasting. The middle smoked smooth and the flavor was somewhat mild. The draw was easy and consistent the entire way through. CigarScore: Brand: GurkhaLine: Royal Challenge, MaduroSize: 6 x 52Cut: PunchLight: TorchPrice: $10 Final Thoughts: The cigar was good, not anything special. I’ve had better cigars for Read more…
