Quick Smoke: Don Kiki White Label Churchill
Sunday, May 6th, 2007Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief take on a single cigar.
Here’s another gem you can’t find at your local B&M, but should waste no time ordering online. This seven inch by 50 ring gauge Don Kiki White Label is a standout smoke from Cuban Crafters. Harvested back in 2000, Cuban-seed Habano long-filler tobacco and a shade-grown Connecticut wrapper combine to create smooth hay and almond notes. About halfway through a nice spice kicks in, rendering this more interesting than your average mild smoke. While the delicate wrapper has some tendency to tear, this premium boutique stogie is still exceptional – especially when you consider the price.
Verdict = Buy.
for people who carry the don kiki line in the store you can get the white label. my friend has a store in st. augustine fl. and he has the cigars. its a great cigar i agree.
Timothy,
Thanks for clearing that up. What I meant to write is that MOST of us will have to order Don Kikis online because MOST B&Ms do not carry them.
Just got an email link from cuban crafters offering a box of these for $49
BOX OF 20 - 7×50
Email Special Price: 49.99
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