Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief take on a single cigar.

Two years ago my colleague bestowed upon this five and a half inch by 44 ring gauge stogie our highest rating, and it isn’t hard to see why. This Ashton has a flawless Connecticut shade wrapper and top-notch construction. But the flavors of this smoke are the real treat. A mild yet flavorful combination of cream, almond, and even citrus. It isn’t overbearing and abundantly complex.

Verdict = Buy.

-Patrick S