CAO Extreme

Skywalker · 12-08-2008, 12:31 AM

This cigar was gifted to me almost a year ago by Steve (Ratters)!!! I have to say this man knows his cigars and gives away some of the best I have ever smoked!!!

Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper Type: Ecuador Sumatran
Wrapper Color: Colorado
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler Nicaragua
Strength: Medium - Full
Length/Ring: 6.88X48

The construction on this cigar reminds me of a Padron cigar, especially the Anniversary. These could easily be a poor man's PAN.

I don't know why I waited so long to smoke this beauty?

This was a wonderful autumn afternoon and I couldn't help but pair this cigar with a Pyramid Apricot Ale!

The first few puffs of this cigar really reminded me of a Padron or a Camacho Negro! Very smooth and rich. This could have easily been paired with coffee as well because of the roasted coffee notes!

The draw was perfect and the cigar almost smoked itself! The white smoke billowed out of the top of the cigar! This cigar was so creamy with wonderful coffee and natural sweetness!

The natural wrapper may have fooled me into thinking this would not be very flavorful, but I was wrong! This is a very complex and delicious cigar!

I really wanted to take my time with this churchill but because the draw was so perfect I found myself smoking it faster than I wished! The aroma from this cigar was fantastic! This was one of the most enjoyable smokes I have ever had!

The last part offered more spice with a hint of black pepper on the tip of my tongue! The coffee and roasted goodness was still there but with more spice in the background! Delicious!

Total smoke time took one hour and 15 minutes.

Construction/Appearance: 9.5 out of 10 - Box Pressed
Flavor Balance: 10 out of 10 - I love coffee, toast and spice!!!
Strength: Medium/Full - Very flavorful without a nicotine buzz
Over all experience: 9.5 out of 10
Value: This was gifted but I think these are a great value

As I stated before, these could be a poor man's Padron Anniversary!

Thank you Steve!!! This smoke was top notch!!!

12-08-2008, 12:36 AM

Thanks for the review! Can't remember the last time I had one of these, but I'll have to pick one up and revisit it.

Jason

icantbejon · 12-08-2008, 12:43 AM

This line of cigars has been discontinued by CAO if I'm not mistaken. Sounds like a shame, as you enjoyed it so much. Perhaps I'll track one down. Great pics.

68TriShield · 12-08-2008, 07:49 AM

This used to a favorite of mine.

massphatness · 12-15-2008, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

This used to a favorite of mine.

I'm with Dave! These turned me on to what a full flavored stick was all about. Nice review.

G G · 12-15-2008, 09:15 PM

Thanks for the review.

av8tor152d · 12-08-2008, 08:17 AM

Great review, That Ale looks tasty as well.

12-08-2008, 08:28 AM

Great review. Thanks.

Too bad if they've been discontinued - you just made me want to try one.

Skywalker · 12-09-2008, 01:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by icantbejon

This line of cigars has been discontinued by CAO if I'm not mistaken. Sounds like a shame, as you enjoyed it so much.

Quote:

Originally Posted by rsamos

Too bad if they've been discontinued - you just made me want to try one.

Discontinued!!!

Story of my life!!! Every cigar I fall in love with has been discontinued!!!

gnukfu · 12-12-2008, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Skywalker

Discontinued!!!

Story of my life!!! Every cigar I fall in love with has been discontinued!!!

Oh sure Darrell I read the review and think to myself I want to try one of these and they're discontinued....don't smoke any cigars I like please! You are the kiss of death!

Skywalker · 12-15-2008, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by gnukfu

Oh sure Darrell I read the review and think to myself I want to try one of these and they're discontinued....don't smoke any cigars I like please! You are the kiss of death!

Let me say, "I dislike Cruzados, Illusiones, DPGs, and anything else George likes!!!" There that should end the curse!!!

12-15-2008, 12:58 AM

Stellar review Darrell, excellent photography and layout, you could not have picked a better color scheme to go with the Asylum look. When we get together this holiday season we will have to root around in the "travel-dor" and find us one of these because after that review how could we not. You made them look and sound so tasty.

12-09-2008, 01:54 AM

Excellent cigar IMO, fuller than most CAO lines. These aren't easy to find anymore but certainly can be found. Just ordered a box of Belicoso at a fantastic price

Ratters · 12-09-2008, 02:12 AM

Hmm, I might have one or two more of those hidden in the humidor. If I can find them they're yours Darrell. Nice review.

Skywalker · 12-09-2008, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ratters

Hmm, I might have one or two more of those hidden in the humidor. If I can find them they're yours Darrell. Nice review.

Wow!!! Thanks Steve!!!

12-09-2008, 12:55 PM

I've not tried any CAO's yet but this great review has definitely moved them up my "to try" list. Great photos and a lovely backdrop of autumn leaves and ale!

Skywalker · 12-09-2008, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dentonparrots

I've not tried any CAO's yet but this great review has definitely moved them up my "to try" list. Great photos and a lovely backdrop of autumn leaves and ale!

Glad you appreciated the effort!!!

12-15-2008, 08:18 PM

FYI

This sale on CAO PETITE EXTREME (5 tins of 10) Medium Brown (E) 4.00" x 30 for $20.
is valid from 12:01am to 11:59pm EST on December 15th, 2008.

http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?pa...s&itemcode=CPX

12-08-2008, 12:31 AM	#1
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	CAO Extreme This cigar was gifted to me almost a year ago by Steve (Ratters)!!! I have to say this man knows his cigars and gives away some of the best I have ever smoked!!! Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper Type: Ecuador Sumatran Wrapper Color: Colorado Binder: Nicaragua Filler Nicaragua Strength: Medium - Full Length/Ring: 6.88X48 The construction on this cigar reminds me of a Padron cigar, especially the Anniversary. These could easily be a poor man's PAN. I don't know why I waited so long to smoke this beauty? This was a wonderful autumn afternoon and I couldn't help but pair this cigar with a Pyramid Apricot Ale! The first few puffs of this cigar really reminded me of a Padron or a Camacho Negro! Very smooth and rich. This could have easily been paired with coffee as well because of the roasted coffee notes! The draw was perfect and the cigar almost smoked itself! The white smoke billowed out of the top of the cigar! This cigar was so creamy with wonderful coffee and natural sweetness! The natural wrapper may have fooled me into thinking this would not be very flavorful, but I was wrong! This is a very complex and delicious cigar! I really wanted to take my time with this churchill but because the draw was so perfect I found myself smoking it faster than I wished! The aroma from this cigar was fantastic! This was one of the most enjoyable smokes I have ever had! The last part offered more spice with a hint of black pepper on the tip of my tongue! The coffee and roasted goodness was still there but with more spice in the background! Delicious! Total smoke time took one hour and 15 minutes. Construction/Appearance: 9.5 out of 10 - Box Pressed Flavor Balance: 10 out of 10 - I love coffee, toast and spice!!! Strength: Medium/Full - Very flavorful without a nicotine buzz Over all experience: 9.5 out of 10 Value: This was gifted but I think these are a great value As I stated before, these could be a poor man's Padron Anniversary! Thank you Steve!!! This smoke was top notch!!! __________________ Smoke what you like!!! Last edited by Skywalker; 12-08-2008 at 12:38 AM.

12-08-2008, 12:36 AM	#2
auburnfan1980 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extreme Thanks for the review! Can't remember the last time I had one of these, but I'll have to pick one up and revisit it. Jason

12-08-2008, 12:43 AM	#3
icantbejon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jon Location: Chester, VA Posts: 1,219 Trading: (10)	Re: CAO Extreme This line of cigars has been discontinued by CAO if I'm not mistaken. Sounds like a shame, as you enjoyed it so much. Perhaps I'll track one down. Great pics. __________________ "Learn to pay attention. Life is hard.....it's even more challenging when you're stupid."

12-08-2008, 07:49 AM	#4
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,194 Trading: (40)	Re: CAO Extreme This used to a favorite of mine.

12-15-2008, 09:15 PM	#6
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,725 Trading: (10)	Re: CAO Extreme Thanks for the review.

12-08-2008, 08:17 AM	#7
av8tor152d Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jason Location: Huntsville AL Posts: 1,152 Trading: (21)	Re: CAO Extreme Great review, That Ale looks tasty as well. __________________ W.O.L.F. pack member since 2002

12-08-2008, 08:28 AM	#8
rsamos Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extreme Great review. Thanks. Too bad if they've been discontinued - you just made me want to try one.

12-15-2008, 12:58 AM	#12
tzaddi Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extremely Tasty Stellar review Darrell, excellent photography and layout, you could not have picked a better color scheme to go with the Asylum look. When we get together this holiday season we will have to root around in the "travel-dor" and find us one of these because after that review how could we not. You made them look and sound so tasty.

12-09-2008, 01:54 AM	#13
smokinj Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extreme Excellent cigar IMO, fuller than most CAO lines. These aren't easy to find anymore but certainly can be found. Just ordered a box of Belicoso at a fantastic price

12-09-2008, 02:12 AM	#14
Ratters Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,848 Trading: (2)	Re: CAO Extreme Hmm, I might have one or two more of those hidden in the humidor. If I can find them they're yours Darrell. Nice review.

12-09-2008, 12:55 PM	#16
dentonparrots Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extreme I've not tried any CAO's yet but this great review has definitely moved them up my "to try" list. Great photos and a lovely backdrop of autumn leaves and ale!

12-15-2008, 08:18 PM	#18
tzaddi Guest Posts: n/a	Re: CAO Extremely Small FYI This sale on CAO PETITE EXTREME (5 tins of 10) Medium Brown (E) 4.00" x 30 for $20. is valid from 12:01am to 11:59pm EST on December 15th, 2008. http://www.jrcigars.com/index.cfm?pa...s&itemcode=CPX