Oliva Serie 'G' Maduro

[TwiceTheJava]

I really enjoyed the Oliva Serie 'G' Maduro. It had difficult draw after a sizeable guillotine cut, so I had to use a punch cut to open it up. I repeated this again later on as it started to clog up. As I first started smoking it, I liked the flavor but thought it was a bit mild. I made a mental note to see if there is a stronger version in another letter other than the 'G'. As it smoked though, it got stronger and stronger, becoming a medium and by the end medium-full bodied smoke. I lack the refined palette to describe the flavor in terms other than tobacco, so I'll just say if you like flavorful maduros, give this one a try. After finishing it I ordered more!

Edit: This was a box-pressed torpedo.

[Killian]

I am a huge Oliva fan. I like every series and they are very consistent smokes. If you haven't tried the V's yet, grab some. They are the best!

[Flynnster]

I'm with Killian, I liked the G's but they often got a bit harsh on me. Give the V a try, a touch stronger but I really think the flavor is great.

[Hot Stuff x]

Originally Posted by Flynnster

I'm with Killian, I liked the G's but they often got a bit harsh on me. Give the V a try, a touch stronger but I really think the flavor is great.

I like the G maduro, but only when it has at least six months rest.

Originally Posted by Hot Stuff x

I like the G maduro, but only when it has at least six months rest.

This^^

The G maduro is one of the best cheap smokes out there. For $3 a stick they are a great everyday go to cigar.

They really smooth out with 6 months to a year on them IMO and the smoking characteristics are solid although the roboustos burn like a fuse sometimes for me.

Thanks for the impressions OP

[irratebass]

The Olivia's are on my list, really want to try them. Seen them at the store last night, but after buying my NUB I have to wait, but now I know where it is, I have my sights set.

What's the difference between an O and a G, taste wise?

[DaBear]

Originally Posted by ysr_racer

What's the difference between an O and a G, taste wise?

The O is like smoking cinnamon to me, its a great smoke, but something I'd save for an after dinner smoke around holiday time.

They're both around the same body wise, but the G is more earthy in flavor. I've got an O maduro robusto that I've been holding onto for about a year that I'm saving for Thanksgiving

[gbum]

im a big fa of oliva...
G got cameroon wrapper which give me a taste of sweet caramel or brown sugar...

[gbum]

dude...its OLIVA

[irratebass]

Originally Posted by gbum

dude...its OLIVA

I know *hangs head in shame*

[Skywalker]

The little Special G perfectos are my favorite little smoke!

Thanks for the review!!!

Thanks guys, I smoked a "G" and really enjoyed it. I'll try an "O".

[Ogre]

Love the Oliva line. Thanks for the review brother!!!!

[Davis]

Im a huge fan of the "O". Might need to pick a couple up on the way home now thanks to this thread.

[Trace63]

Cant beat the G's for the price

The G was one of my first cigars when I started up the hobby, still one of my favorites. Bought a box of maduro O torpedo's to hand out when my daughter was born. I really liked the complexity of it. I also tried a Master Blends III a few months ago that was really good. Haven't had a V series yet. But ya, I always recommend Oliva G, usually pretty good price too.

I'm definitely a fan of the Oliva brand. I always keep a couple G's in my humidor.

[SteelCityBoy]

I have had the G and the O but not the V. Love the G, but hear the V is more full body than the G. Can't wait to try it!

Originally Posted by SteelCityBoy

I have had the G and the O but not the V. Love the G, but hear the V is more full body than the G. Can't wait to try it!

The V is one of my go to sticks. Pricer but worth every penny and I am a penny pincher. I loved the G's and O's before I tried the V; the 'G' and 'O' never tasted the same again. Have yet to try the V Maduros, but take the O and add some tasty earthiness and spiciness and you will get the V.