Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Cigars

AndyMadera · 11-03-2008, 03:31 PM

Hey guys, I know now there a list of folks that have smoked my cigars Reserva MiraFlor. I would actually like to start making a list to see who has smoked them and a quick comment on them if you don't mind. This would also give you all who HAVEN"T tried them yet a chance to hear about them. If you have any questions about them please feel free to PM me or post them here as well.

Please answer these questions if you have smoked one of our cigars and don't mind sharing.

What size?
Where did you get it?
Quick comments on construction/draw/flavor?
Would you recommend/smoke again?

11-03-2008, 03:54 PM

no but i had a dream about them

markem · 11-03-2008, 06:25 PM

Andy gave me a couple to try at a Stumptown herf along with a few other Stumptown regulars. The general consensus was that they had a Padron flavor profile something like a cross between a 3000 and a 64.

Lots of chocolate and coffee flavors. The contruction was superb and the burn flawless. I've since gotten some of the churchills from Andy and they are the same imprecable contruction.

If you like the Padrons, then I strongly recommend this cigar. Those that know me know that I don't do many NC cigars outside of the Padron, Tatuaje, and Illusione lines, but I'd be happy to smoke these any time.

The feedback that I have from other regulars at the Shilo cigar bar is that they are good, in fact, damn good. I think Andy has a winner on his hands.

68TriShield · 11-03-2008, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by vstrommark

Andy gave me a couple to try at a Stumptown herf along with a few other Stumptown regulars. The general consensus was that they had a Padron flavor profile something like a cross between a 3000 and a 64.

Lots of chocolate and coffee flavors. The contruction was superb and the burn flawless. I've since gotten some of the churchills from Andy and they are the same imprecable contruction.

If you like the Padrons, then I strongly recommend this cigar. Those that know me know that I don't do many NC cigars outside of the Padron, Tatuaje, and Illusione lines, but I'd be happy to smoke these any time.

The feedback that I have from other regulars at the Shilo cigar bar is that they are good, in fact, damn good. I think Andy has a winner on his hands.

Ain't none back east Pardner...

markem · 11-03-2008, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

Ain't none back east Pardner...

Drop me a note and a package will be delivered.

groogs · 11-03-2008, 07:28 PM

I have never even heard of the Reserva MiraFlor before, but after hearing Marks coments I would really like to try some. Where can you get these at?

11-03-2008, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by AndresMadera GDW

Hey guys, I know now there a list of folks that have smoked my cigars Reserva MiraFlor. I would actually like to start making a list to see who has smoked them and a quick comment on them if you don't mind. This would also give you all who HAVEN"T tried them yet a chance to hear about them. If you have any questions about them please feel free to PM me or post them here as well.

Please answer these questions if you have smoked one of our cigars and don't mind sharing.

What size?
Where did you get it?
Quick comments on construction/draw/flavor?
Would you recommend/smoke again?

Not yet brother, still waiting on my box of "Thompson Sux"

markem · 11-03-2008, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by groogs

I have never even heard of the Reserva MiraFlor before, but after hearing Marks coments I would really like to try some. Where can you get these at?

I told Andy that there would be a bunch of people looking once word got out. The only retail place I know that is selling them is the cigar bar at the Northwest restaurant at the Shilo Inn in Portland ((503) 297-2551, ask for the GM, Nate).

Here is a review I found of Andy's cigar as well. None of us that smoked them when I was around had a burn issue, may have been storage/chipping issue with the reviewer. The local price is $6 for this stick. Dunno what the other sizes will be. No one here believes this is a $6 stick.

http://brianhewitt.wordpress.com/200...scuro-robusto/

(not that I'm pushy, but I'd like to see this brand make it - good stuff).

hmmm. Kioki is selling them, Andy?
http://www.kiokicigars.com/ttc/Reser...ds_id/273.html

groogs · 11-03-2008, 07:52 PM

Thanks for the info,I will certainly give them a try.

AndyMadera · 11-03-2008, 08:31 PM

ack This was supposed to be a PM!!! **EDITED**

Whee · 11-03-2008, 08:35 PM

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1963

Great smoke. When I become gainfully employed again, I will buy more. Except for those 6x60s I was talking to Andy about. Got to go dig for more change in the seat cushions.

awsmith4 · 11-04-2008, 10:45 AM

I smoked my first on Sunday after Andrew (OP) traded me some of my smokes for his. It was a robusto and it was fantastic. Just like Vstrommark said, lots of chocolate and coffee flavors also a good bit of cream and and another good flavor I couldn't quite pinpoint. And also as Vstrommark said, absolutely perfect construction and draw. Definitely worth a purchase.

68TriShield · 11-04-2008, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vstrommark

Drop me a note and a package will be delivered.

Thanks Mark.I'll wait till I see them here and buy them.No freebies are wanted or expected.

AndyMadera · 11-04-2008, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68TriShield

Thanks Mark.I'll wait till I see them here and buy them.No freebies are wanted or expected.

I just got some more cigars in guys. For those interested I have enough to send out 25 samplers of 5 sticks of mixed sizes. How does $30 with shipping included sound? I can only accept checks or MO at this time. send me a PM for my address and add your name to the list!

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showth...0788#post50788

Thaplumbr · 11-04-2008, 04:14 PM

I tried my first this past sunday as well, I got the coffee and cocoa flavors, just a hint of pepper, I was really surprised at this stick, Good construction, kinda a light sheen to it, not dry looking. The stick i smoked was the churchill, i believe, and I got mine in a trade with Andy himself!
I have several more but im gonna let them sit a couple weeks to see if the flavors change any!
All in all, yes I would definately buy this !
I think Andy may be on to something here.IMHO!
Leroy

11-06-2008, 08:11 PM

Hey all, So I am not as good of a source as a lot of the other guys, I have just started smoking cigars in the last month and a half, but I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar. I got to try one at the Stumptown herf and ended up buying a box. As far as I can tell this has been a good purchase on my part because every one that I have sent one to or let try has liked them. So if your looking for a good stick I would suggest trying this stick.
as for the flavors of the stick, you can see what all the above have said and I can say even a nub like myself can taste these flavors.

Dooge · 11-08-2008, 11:01 AM

I know this is incredibly delayed and I'm sorry Andrew but things have been hectic.

I got a 5er from Andrew as a gift and they were incredible smokes. The cigars were full of flavour and had incredible draws. I highly recommend everyone to try at least one of his cigars when you get an opportunity.

livwire68 · 11-08-2008, 11:32 AM

I am not one who usually picks out flavors, but this smoke I picked out coco/nutty flavors. Seems to be a well made and sturdy cigar. The ash did not easily come off, burn was great as well as draw. Nice stick! Maybe one day I will get some more.

GKitty · 11-09-2008, 10:11 PM

I feel honored to be able to get to know this line at its beginning. As someone with a fairly limited exposure and a small scope of reference, I feel underqualified to post an in depth review. On the other hand, I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar and want to add my enthusiastic support to what I'm certain will be a company to keep an eye on.

I usually enjoy mild-medium cigars and this was just my kind of smoke. Flavorful without being overpowering and lots of smoke to play with. (I'm working on learning how to blow smoke rings.) Nice nic buzz without knocking my on my a$$.

Miraflor has won themselves another fan.

jquirit · 11-11-2008, 09:54 AM

At one of our herfs, Andy gifted me one of his MiraFlors (think it was the Toro). Comparing notes with the other Stumptown herfers, we agreed that they had very similar tastes and elements to a Padron 3000 Maddie (and PAM64). I also felt that it tasted similarly to the Joya de Nicaragua Antano (but minus the heavy nicotine rush), which is one of my current cigars I enjoy. Didn't have any burn issues with the cigar (other than ones that were self-inflicted) and didn't believe that it would from the pre-light inspection of the cigar (nice wrapper, solid cigar that was bundled and rolled not too firmly but not too soft, pre-light draw was easy with a nice bit of resistance when cut with my trusty Palio cutter).

Definitely would smoke more of these again.

11-03-2008, 03:31 PM	#1
AndyMadera Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 530 Trading: (46)	Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Cigars Hey guys, I know now there a list of folks that have smoked my cigars Reserva MiraFlor. I would actually like to start making a list to see who has smoked them and a quick comment on them if you don't mind. This would also give you all who HAVEN"T tried them yet a chance to hear about them. If you have any questions about them please feel free to PM me or post them here as well. Please answer these questions if you have smoked one of our cigars and don't mind sharing. What size? Where did you get it? Quick comments on construction/draw/flavor? Would you recommend/smoke again?

11-03-2008, 03:54 PM	#2
adampc22 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci no but i had a dream about them

11-03-2008, 06:25 PM	#3
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,622 Trading: (47)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci Andy gave me a couple to try at a Stumptown herf along with a few other Stumptown regulars. The general consensus was that they had a Padron flavor profile something like a cross between a 3000 and a 64. Lots of chocolate and coffee flavors. The contruction was superb and the burn flawless. I've since gotten some of the churchills from Andy and they are the same imprecable contruction. If you like the Padrons, then I strongly recommend this cigar. Those that know me know that I don't do many NC cigars outside of the Padron, Tatuaje, and Illusione lines, but I'd be happy to smoke these any time. The feedback that I have from other regulars at the Shilo cigar bar is that they are good, in fact, damn good. I think Andy has a winner on his hands. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

11-03-2008, 07:28 PM	#6
groogs Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Grant Posts: 1,945 Trading: (62)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I have never even heard of the Reserva MiraFlor before, but after hearing Marks coments I would really like to try some. Where can you get these at?

11-03-2008, 07:52 PM	#9
groogs Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Grant Posts: 1,945 Trading: (62)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci Thanks for the info,I will certainly give them a try.

11-03-2008, 08:31 PM	#10
AndyMadera Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 530 Trading: (46)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci ack This was supposed to be a PM!!! EDITED

11-03-2008, 08:35 PM	#11
Whee formerly illinoishoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Sean Location: Bishopville, SC Posts: 3,591 Trading: (17)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1963 Great smoke. When I become gainfully employed again, I will buy more. Except for those 6x60s I was talking to Andy about. Got to go dig for more change in the seat cushions. __________________ "Maybe I'm wrong, when they tell me they're right…..naaaaahhhhhh, I'm an asshooooooleeee"--Denis Leary

11-04-2008, 10:45 AM	#12
awsmith4 Simple Pleasures - 2oL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Albert Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,602 Trading: (111)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I smoked my first on Sunday after Andrew (OP) traded me some of my smokes for his. It was a robusto and it was fantastic. Just like Vstrommark said, lots of chocolate and coffee flavors also a good bit of cream and and another good flavor I couldn't quite pinpoint. And also as Vstrommark said, absolutely perfect construction and draw. Definitely worth a purchase. __________________ Its THIS easy to support our troops

11-04-2008, 04:14 PM	#15
Thaplumbr Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Leroy Location: Jacksonville Arkansas Posts: 585 Trading: (58)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I tried my first this past sunday as well, I got the coffee and cocoa flavors, just a hint of pepper, I was really surprised at this stick, Good construction, kinda a light sheen to it, not dry looking. The stick i smoked was the churchill, i believe, and I got mine in a trade with Andy himself! I have several more but im gonna let them sit a couple weeks to see if the flavors change any! All in all, yes I would definately buy this ! I think Andy may be on to something here.IMHO! Leroy __________________ Proud to be a TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS FAN!!

11-06-2008, 08:11 PM	#16
searching178 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci Hey all, So I am not as good of a source as a lot of the other guys, I have just started smoking cigars in the last month and a half, but I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar. I got to try one at the Stumptown herf and ended up buying a box. As far as I can tell this has been a good purchase on my part because every one that I have sent one to or let try has liked them. So if your looking for a good stick I would suggest trying this stick. as for the flavors of the stick, you can see what all the above have said and I can say even a nub like myself can taste these flavors.

11-08-2008, 11:01 AM	#17
Dooge I drink with awsmith4! Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 659 Trading: (4)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I know this is incredibly delayed and I'm sorry Andrew but things have been hectic. I got a 5er from Andrew as a gift and they were incredible smokes. The cigars were full of flavour and had incredible draws. I highly recommend everyone to try at least one of his cigars when you get an opportunity.

11-08-2008, 11:32 AM	#18
livwire68 Las Vegas Herf Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In the Asylum Posts: 509 Trading: (7)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I am not one who usually picks out flavors, but this smoke I picked out coco/nutty flavors. Seems to be a well made and sturdy cigar. The ash did not easily come off, burn was great as well as draw. Nice stick! Maybe one day I will get some more. __________________

11-09-2008, 10:11 PM	#19
GKitty JAFO Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Crystal Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 1,938 Trading: (8)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci I feel honored to be able to get to know this line at its beginning. As someone with a fairly limited exposure and a small scope of reference, I feel underqualified to post an in depth review. On the other hand, I thoroughly enjoyed this cigar and want to add my enthusiastic support to what I'm certain will be a company to keep an eye on. I usually enjoy mild-medium cigars and this was just my kind of smoke. Flavorful without being overpowering and lots of smoke to play with. (I'm working on learning how to blow smoke rings.) Nice nic buzz without knocking my on my a$$. Miraflor has won themselves another fan. __________________ A lost SOTL wandering the weird landscape of domesticity.

11-11-2008, 09:54 AM	#20
jquirit Angry Asian Dwarf Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: State of Confusion Posts: 426 Trading: (3)	Re: Have you smoked Reserva MiraFlor by Guillen Ci At one of our herfs, Andy gifted me one of his MiraFlors (think it was the Toro). Comparing notes with the other Stumptown herfers, we agreed that they had very similar tastes and elements to a Padron 3000 Maddie (and PAM64). I also felt that it tasted similarly to the Joya de Nicaragua Antano (but minus the heavy nicotine rush), which is one of my current cigars I enjoy. Didn't have any burn issues with the cigar (other than ones that were self-inflicted) and didn't believe that it would from the pre-light inspection of the cigar (nice wrapper, solid cigar that was bundled and rolled not too firmly but not too soft, pre-light draw was easy with a nice bit of resistance when cut with my trusty Palio cutter). Definitely would smoke more of these again.