Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief verdict on a single cigar of “buy,” “hold,” or “sell.”

The Exhibición No. 4 (5 x 48) is a fine example of how many Cubans require extra age to reach smokability. When I reviewed this cigar back in 2007, I found troublesome construction and flashes of harshness and salt that overshadowed an otherwise enjoyable flavor. But almost two and a half years in my humidor have done a lot of good, leaving behind a good-burning, wonderfully balanced profile of molasses, cinnamon, and light pepper. This was a solid investment.

Verdict = Buy.

-Patrick A

photo credit: Stogie Guys