Quick Smoke: Ashton Classic 8-9-8
Saturday, February 23rd, 2008Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief take on a single cigar.
Ashton’s consistently rate high at StogieGuys.com. And why not? Their lines present consistently high-quality cigars. Ashton Classics, with Connecticut Shade wrappers and a Dominican blend of fillers, are touted as “a consistently pleasurable smoke for all cigar lovers.” That gets no argument from me. The 8-9-8 is a six and 1/2 inch stick with a 44 ring gauge for which I paid $7.25. The burn and draw were perfect and the mild to medium flavors were a rich mix of sweetness, hay, and light spice. A classic, indeed.
Verdict = Buy.
photo credit: Ashton
Sounds yummy and right up my alley. I look forward to trying that myself.
The 898 never fails. To me; this is the baseline when introducing new smokers to “Premium Cigars”. Thx for the review.
Daniel Q - I think you’re exactly right. This would be an excellent cigar for someone who’s smoked a few sticks and is ready to really be blown away by a great experience.
I totally agree. These are always spot-on every time I smoke them. The taste is sweet and mellow - reminds me of caramel popcorn, just yummy. Lovely cigars.
I love the buy/don’t buy bit. Reminds me of commodity trading…which, of course, I do all the time.