Almost A CC?

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 10:12 AM

I Wasn't Planning On Reviewing This Stick, But After I Torched It, I Had To!

Received This Bad Boy Courtesy Of "The MacDonald". Thanks, Brother!

Kristoff Ligero Maduro Cigars Description
Kristoff Ligero cigars are patiently handmade in the Dominican Republic. At their core is a blend of well-aged Cuban-seed Dominican and Nicaraguan longfillers, snugly nestled in Cuban-seed Dominican binders. Dark, oily Brazilian Maduro wrappers flawlessly surround the core. The cigars burn true, delivering a medium to full-bodied smoke informed by complex notes of dried cherry, coffee bean, cocoa bean, spice and a sweet finish. This is a must-try cigar for the serious aficionado!

This Beautiful Stick Reminded Me So Much Of A Bolivar GM, Even Though I Haven't Smoked That Many CC's.

Nice Pre-Light Floral Aroma. Draw & Burn Were Excellent, Nice Easy Draw.

Taste Was Pretty Consistent Throughout: Smooth, Rich, With A Nice CC "Tanginess".

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 10:18 AM

Here's A Close Up Of The Band. "Elite Cuban Taste"! I Agree!

Lastly, A Pic Of My Favorite, Everyday Cutter From "Bill" At The Island Smoke Shop. Give Him A Call For Some Awesome Smokes & Cutters!

This Fantastic Stick Gave Me 2 Hours Of Pure Pleasure This Morning!

Anyone Know The Best Place To Buy These? I Need To Get Another "Fix"!

md4958 · 08-05-2010, 10:20 AM

Thanks for the review Greg

HK3- · 08-05-2010, 10:29 AM

Thanks for the review. You have me on a quest now to try one and compare it with a BGM.

markem · 08-05-2010, 10:32 AM

I thought Bill was a maduro fan

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markem

I thought Bill was a maduro fan

He Is! He Loves Them All, Though!

Love Those Cutters!

Starscream · 08-05-2010, 10:44 AM

Thanks for the review, Greg.

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 11:02 AM

Just To Clarify: Talked To "The MacDonald" & He Informed Me This Is The Natural Blend. Great Smoke, Regardless!

Kristoff - Criollo
Made in the spirit of an elite Cuban cigar, the Kristoff embodies the taste and richness a true aficionado is looking for. Packaged in a rough cut cedar box and surrounded by loose tobacco, the Kristoff has a beautiful pre-embargo feel. With a rich oily wrapper, pigtail and shaggy foot, the Kristoff tastes as good as it looks; it offers notes of toasted almond, hints of spice and a sweet finish. Treat your palate to this incredibly smooth medium bodied cigar.
Blend
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Criollo
Binder: Orlor Dominican and Cuban Seed
Filler: Orlor Dominican, Cuban Seed, Nicaraguan
Size
Cigar Length Ring Size
Criollo Churchill 7 50
Criollo Torpedo 6.125 52
Criollo Robusto 5.5 54
Criollo Matador 6.5 60

I Believe This Was The Robusto Size.

shilala · 08-05-2010, 11:08 AM

It's hard to beat a nic wrapper over dominican insides. Or a nic wrapper over nic insides. Or a dominican wrapper over dominican insides.

I don't know that I've ever smoked a domininican wrapper over nic insides, but I bet it'd rock, too.

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shilala

It's hard to beat a nic wrapper over dominican insides. Or a nic wrapper over nic insides. Or a dominican wrapper over dominican insides.

I don't know that I've ever smoked a domininican wrapper over nic insides, but I bet it'd rock, too.

You Need To Try This One, Brother!

MajorCaptSilly · 08-05-2010, 12:21 PM

The entire Kristoff line is fantastic for me. The Ligero Maduro being my favorite. I didn't get the similarities between that and a Bolivar but they stand on their own as a great cigar.

MCS

darkleeroy · 08-05-2010, 12:22 PM

I'm almost positive that the Nestor Miranda Dominicano's are Dominican wrapper over Nicaraguan Filler, and they're pretty tasty to boot.

pektel · 08-05-2010, 12:26 PM

Great review! All these reviews are going to end up costing me money!

timj219 · 08-05-2010, 12:34 PM

I have one of these I got in a sampler. I'm not sure what to make of the shaggy feet and pigtails on these Kristoffs. But now I'm even more eager to fire one up.

08-05-2010, 12:41 PM

You're the ONLY one it reminds of a Bolivar GM. It reminds me of old tires and dirt.

the MacDonald · 08-05-2010, 12:55 PM

Great review! I love Kristoffs, I don't think there is point to the shaggy foot and pigtail, just the sort of rustic Guantanamera style "street cred," but it is no problem lighting them. The whole line has a distinct aroma and "tangy-ness" that just screams good damned smoke.

...and "notes of dried cherry, coffee bean, cocoa bean, spice and a sweet finish" is just about the perfect description. Longnecker should copywrite that phrase and sell it to Kristoff.

kelmac07 · 08-05-2010, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darrell

You're the ONLY one it reminds of a Bolivar GM. It reminds me of old tires and dirt.

Leave it to Mean D...tires and dirt!!

longknocker · 08-05-2010, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darrell

You're the ONLY one it reminds of a Bolivar GM. It reminds me of old tires and dirt.

"Elitist"!

ripper · 08-05-2010, 02:37 PM

Nice review by a good boy. Can't get enough of the Kristoffs.
Also been overdosing on Patel Brothers toros and torpedos. RP's best smoke!

08-05-2010, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelmac07

Leave it to Mean D...tires and dirt!!

I just call it as I see it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by longknocker

"Elitist"!

Hah. Nope, I just don't think it tastes like a BGM.

08-05-2010, 10:12 AM	#1
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Almost A CC? I Wasn't Planning On Reviewing This Stick, But After I Torched It, I Had To! Received This Bad Boy Courtesy Of "The MacDonald". Thanks, Brother! Kristoff Ligero Maduro Cigars Description Kristoff Ligero cigars are patiently handmade in the Dominican Republic. At their core is a blend of well-aged Cuban-seed Dominican and Nicaraguan longfillers, snugly nestled in Cuban-seed Dominican binders. Dark, oily Brazilian Maduro wrappers flawlessly surround the core. The cigars burn true, delivering a medium to full-bodied smoke informed by complex notes of dried cherry, coffee bean, cocoa bean, spice and a sweet finish. This is a must-try cigar for the serious aficionado! This Beautiful Stick Reminded Me So Much Of A Bolivar GM, Even Though I Haven't Smoked That Many CC's. Nice Pre-Light Floral Aroma. Draw & Burn Were Excellent, Nice Easy Draw. Taste Was Pretty Consistent Throughout: Smooth, Rich, With A Nice CC "Tanginess".

08-05-2010, 10:18 AM	#2
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Re: Almost A CC? Here's A Close Up Of The Band. "Elite Cuban Taste"! I Agree! Lastly, A Pic Of My Favorite, Everyday Cutter From "Bill" At The Island Smoke Shop. Give Him A Call For Some Awesome Smokes & Cutters! This Fantastic Stick Gave Me 2 Hours Of Pure Pleasure This Morning! Anyone Know The Best Place To Buy These? I Need To Get Another "Fix"!

08-05-2010, 10:20 AM	#3
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Almost A CC? Thanks for the review Greg __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

08-05-2010, 10:29 AM	#4
HK3- Cashmere Jungle Lord Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Boffa Location: The town so nice they named it twice Posts: 5,035 Trading: (48)	Re: Almost A CC? Thanks for the review. You have me on a quest now to try one and compare it with a BGM.

08-05-2010, 10:32 AM	#5
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,621 Trading: (47)	Re: Almost A CC? I thought Bill was a maduro fan __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

08-05-2010, 10:44 AM	#7
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: Almost A CC? Thanks for the review, Greg. __________________ Insert quote here.

08-05-2010, 11:02 AM	#8
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,162 Trading: (82)	Re: Almost A CC? Just To Clarify: Talked To "The MacDonald" & He Informed Me This Is The Natural Blend. Great Smoke, Regardless! Kristoff - Criollo Made in the spirit of an elite Cuban cigar, the Kristoff embodies the taste and richness a true aficionado is looking for. Packaged in a rough cut cedar box and surrounded by loose tobacco, the Kristoff has a beautiful pre-embargo feel. With a rich oily wrapper, pigtail and shaggy foot, the Kristoff tastes as good as it looks; it offers notes of toasted almond, hints of spice and a sweet finish. Treat your palate to this incredibly smooth medium bodied cigar. Blend Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Criollo Binder: Orlor Dominican and Cuban Seed Filler: Orlor Dominican, Cuban Seed, Nicaraguan Size Cigar Length Ring Size Criollo Churchill 7 50 Criollo Torpedo 6.125 52 Criollo Robusto 5.5 54 Criollo Matador 6.5 60 I Believe This Was The Robusto Size.

08-05-2010, 11:08 AM	#9
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Almost A CC? It's hard to beat a nic wrapper over dominican insides. Or a nic wrapper over nic insides. Or a dominican wrapper over dominican insides. I don't know that I've ever smoked a domininican wrapper over nic insides, but I bet it'd rock, too. __________________

08-05-2010, 12:21 PM	#11
MajorCaptSilly Sklee Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Mishawaka, IN Posts: 2,523 Trading: (30)	Re: Almost A CC? The entire Kristoff line is fantastic for me. The Ligero Maduro being my favorite. I didn't get the similarities between that and a Bolivar but they stand on their own as a great cigar. MCS __________________ Pillsbury, Minneapolis, Prince, Spoon Bridge and Cherry, coinkydink?

08-05-2010, 12:22 PM	#12
darkleeroy Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Josh Location: Miami, FL Posts: 318 Trading: (0)	Re: Almost A CC? I'm almost positive that the Nestor Miranda Dominicano's are Dominican wrapper over Nicaraguan Filler, and they're pretty tasty to boot.

08-05-2010, 12:26 PM	#13
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: Almost A CC? Great review! All these reviews are going to end up costing me money! __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.

08-05-2010, 12:34 PM	#14
timj219 Feeling at Home Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Tim Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 699 Trading: (15)	Re: Almost A CC? I have one of these I got in a sampler. I'm not sure what to make of the shaggy feet and pigtails on these Kristoffs. But now I'm even more eager to fire one up. __________________ "All this of Pot and Potter - Tell me then, Who is the Potter, pray, and who the Pot?" Omar Khayyam

08-05-2010, 12:41 PM	#15
Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Almost A CC? You're the ONLY one it reminds of a Bolivar GM. It reminds me of old tires and dirt.

08-05-2010, 12:55 PM	#16
the MacDonald Grey beard, funky wierd Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Joe Location: Windsor CT Posts: 148 Trading: (9)	Re: Almost A CC? Great review! I love Kristoffs, I don't think there is point to the shaggy foot and pigtail, just the sort of rustic Guantanamera style "street cred," but it is no problem lighting them. The whole line has a distinct aroma and "tangy-ness" that just screams good damned smoke. ...and "notes of dried cherry, coffee bean, cocoa bean, spice and a sweet finish" is just about the perfect description. Longnecker should copywrite that phrase and sell it to Kristoff.

08-05-2010, 02:37 PM	#19
ripper Busy doing nothing Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bart Location: Gig Harbor WA Posts: 497 Trading: (12)	Re: Almost A CC? Nice review by a good boy. Can't get enough of the Kristoffs. Also been overdosing on Patel Brothers toros and torpedos. RP's best smoke! __________________ Ripper