Comments on: Stogie Reviews: Ybor City Handmades Torpedo

By: Stogie Reviews: Serafin de Cuba Robusto

Stogie Reviews: Serafin de Cuba Robusto — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 03:08:27 +0000

[...] vitola, but not by a lot. I was reminded a little of one of Stogie Guys’ favorite house blends, Ybor City Handmades, though each is a distinctive [...]

By: Stogie Commentary: Saving a Few Bucks

Stogie Commentary: Saving a Few Bucks — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:22:00 +0000

[...] to a box or bundle. Many house brands are moderate- to low-priced and often they’re good (or even great) [...]

By: Stogie Tips: The Secret Word Is…

Stogie Tips: The Secret Word Is… — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:43:13 +0000

[...] put out by Pepin Garcia. But then I’ll pick up a tasty mild cigar such as the honey-hued Ybor City Handmade or a delicate Cameroon wrapped Fuente Hemingway and realize the joy of variety. Of course, you [...]

By: Stogie Spirits: Rhum Barbancourt Réserve Spéciale Five Star

Stogie Spirits: Rhum Barbancourt Réserve Spéciale Five Star — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:01:11 +0000

[...] predictably found that it pairs best with milder sticks. My recommendations include Ybor City Handmades, an Oliva Serie G Cameroon, a Montecristo Classic, an Isla de Cuba Classic, and a Cuban Crafters [...]

By: Quick Smoke: Cuban Crafters Miami Edition Torpedo

Quick Smoke: Cuban Crafters Miami Edition Torpedo — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:19:05 +0000

[...] that is velvety to the touch. The taste reminded me of another boutique favorite of mine, the Ybor City Handmade. I found hay notes along with cream and hints of pepper. Construction is good, despite a slightly [...]

By: Stogie Commentary: Super Cigar Bowl

Stogie Commentary: Super Cigar Bowl — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:50:19 +0000

[...] nonstop throughout our entire stay. Included in my three-cigar extravaganza was a mild and creamy Ybor City Handmades Torpedo (the last from my November 2006 trip to Tampa) and a full and peppery J.L. Salazar y Hermanos [...]

By: Stogie Reviews: Château Real Belicoso Favorita

Stogie Reviews: Château Real Belicoso Favorita — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:41:17 +0000

[...] As I toasted the foot with a few wooden matches, I found a wonderful aroma of toast and hay. Thereafter, the first few puffs set the tone with a warm, buttery flavor. The creamy smoke reminds me of one of my favorite bargain cigars: the Ybor City Handmade. [...]

By: Tim

Tim — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 21:38:52 +0000

Based on your review I ordered a bundle of these from King Corona. Just arrived today. Wow what a nice mild cigar. Great construction, long ash, and very smooth. Everything you said it would be. This one moves ahead of my favorite mild cigar, the RP Connecticut. Thanks for the recommendation and keep up the good work!

By: Padronnie

Padronnie — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 21:15:57 +0000

That’s a sharp looking smoke. With all the fancy bands out there, you sometimes forget how nice a cigar can look naked!

By: George E

George E — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 20:42:23 +0000

Amanda – I smoked one when we got together and enjoyed it. But I don't think I've had one since. However, after Patrick's review I plan to definitely pick some up, maybe tomorrow since I have to drive sort of in that general direction.