Tatuaje Anarchy

OHRD · 01-11-2011, 01:52 PM

Size: 6×54, Anarchy

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Strength: Medium to Full

Price: Box of 15, $149.85

Grade: 9.2

The Tatuaje Anarchy is a shop specific, limited edition cigar produced for Smoke Inn in out of Florida. Abe Dababneh, the owner of Smoke Inn, approached Pete Johnson in the Spring of 2009 about the idea of a limited edition smoke. Pete Johnson and D.P. Garcia worked up the blend after quite a few attempts, and according to Abe, “we felt Pete and Pepin struck gold with a blend that we were proud of”.

Pre-light, 1.8:
The Anarchy is a good looking cigar that has a unique shape for Pete Johnson; it appears to be a Salomon with the cigar tapering from foot to head. The wrapper is dark and somewhat oily with no noticeable veins or blemishes. The cigar is well packed and has a very unique, coiled pigtail cap at the head of the smoke. The shape, coupled with the pigtail cap and Anarchy band really makes for a nice presentation on the limited edition cigar. The pre-light aroma is of leather with no noticeable notes at the foot. The cold draw produces some spicy notes coupled with earthy tobacco and some leather.

Burn, 1.8:
I typically have not had much luck with Salomon or Perfecto shaped cigars, but as typical of Pete and Pepin’s creation, the construction on this smoke is excellent. The draw is spot on and produces a lot of aromatic smoke. The burn is even and produces a marbled ash that holds well past an inch before I let it go in the tray. The smoke temperature is pleasant throughout and heats up only when I get right down to the nub.

Flavor, 2.8:
The first puff on the Anarchy produces solid Nicaraguan tobacco with a bit of spice on the finish. I was expecting the “Pepin Blast O’ Spice” but it didn’t happen. The first third followed the above trend with notes of earthy tobacco, leather, maybe a bit of chocolate, and spices. The second third opens up a bit more and the tobacco takes on a more flavorful profile that is spicy, but not in a peppery way, just unique notes on the palate. The last third stays the course and continues to be a mouthful of flavor after each draw. This cigar is well balanced, produces solid tobacco notes coupled with layers of other notes, and is really a joy to smoke from a flavor perspective.

Overall, 2.8:
The Anarchy is another great smoke from two of the best in the industry and is beautifully presented. The price on this limited edition is reasonable and you can rest assured you will be getting a solid smoking experience for your money. Though this smoke carried the trademarks of all Pete and D.P.G. collaborations, it was unique enough that in a blind tasting I am not sure I would have pegged it as a Tatuaje right away. It’s a great smoke at a great price; pick a few up online if you can.

(Total: 9.2)

01-11-2011, 01:57 PM

Great Review. I picked up a couple boxes but have only had one so far. Similar experience.

jesseboston81 · 01-11-2011, 02:33 PM

Thanks for the review. Still waffling on dropping the $50 for a fiver of these.

longknocker · 01-11-2011, 03:02 PM

Great Review! Thanks!

I'm Resting A Few Right Now!

EricF · 01-11-2011, 03:09 PM

Thanks for the review! I have had them and they are real good!

quantim0 · 01-11-2011, 03:44 PM

I lit one up over xmas and I'm glad I have a box. They have potential to be a great sick in a year or so. My next one will be lit up around June to see what has changed.

kelmac07 · 01-11-2011, 05:22 PM

Another fine review Matthew.

zappaFREAK · 01-12-2011, 08:10 AM

Great review! Have 2 boxes of these and thinking about another 2!! Great smoke.

01-12-2011, 08:29 AM

Great review. I havent been able to get my hands on any yet, but im hoping to get 1 or 2 to try out.

STEVE S · 01-12-2011, 10:32 AM

Very nice review, I have been enjoying this cigar since it was released, and plan on buying a few boxes to put away to age.

Whynot · 01-12-2011, 12:04 PM

I too have a couple boxes, have burned one. I don't have the palate to pick out all the flavors, but will just say I though it was damn tasty.

01-12-2011, 01:16 PM

Great Review, might have to look into these.

South Shield · 01-13-2011, 08:04 AM

Nice review, I had my first one yesterday and loved it. I might be thinking this is the best Tat yet.

I was getting lots of smoke with a very easy draw and the smoke was very meaty, reminded me of the Padron 45th Maduro that way.

The flavor I was getting was cinnamon. Sweet and spicy.

Great, great cigar.

chicken · 01-13-2011, 08:33 AM

Are boxes still available? Where can I order one from?

STEVE S · 01-13-2011, 08:49 AM

Look up Smoke Inn West Palm Beach, FL., you can order them on line.

chicken · 01-14-2011, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEVE S

Look up Smoke Inn West Palm Beach, FL., you can order them on line.

Done!
Thanks

01-14-2011, 11:42 PM

Great cigar at an awesome price. I've been fortunate enough to get my hands on 10 of them and I would highly recommend...especially if you love Tatuaje.

Adriftpanda · 01-19-2011, 04:48 AM

Dom just sent me one. I'm gonna find some time to smoke this thing today. Thanks for the review, I am really looking forward to this one.

Coach Deg · 01-19-2011, 05:30 AM

Great review! I might have to open up to try one.

chicken · 01-19-2011, 01:36 PM

Mine came yesterday. I think I will light one up this weekend. Thanks

01-11-2011, 01:52 PM	#1
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Tatuaje Anarchy Size: 6×54, Anarchy Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Strength: Medium to Full Price: Box of 15, $149.85 Grade: 9.2 The Tatuaje Anarchy is a shop specific, limited edition cigar produced for Smoke Inn in out of Florida. Abe Dababneh, the owner of Smoke Inn, approached Pete Johnson in the Spring of 2009 about the idea of a limited edition smoke. Pete Johnson and D.P. Garcia worked up the blend after quite a few attempts, and according to Abe, “we felt Pete and Pepin struck gold with a blend that we were proud of”. Pre-light, 1.8: The Anarchy is a good looking cigar that has a unique shape for Pete Johnson; it appears to be a Salomon with the cigar tapering from foot to head. The wrapper is dark and somewhat oily with no noticeable veins or blemishes. The cigar is well packed and has a very unique, coiled pigtail cap at the head of the smoke. The shape, coupled with the pigtail cap and Anarchy band really makes for a nice presentation on the limited edition cigar. The pre-light aroma is of leather with no noticeable notes at the foot. The cold draw produces some spicy notes coupled with earthy tobacco and some leather. Burn, 1.8: I typically have not had much luck with Salomon or Perfecto shaped cigars, but as typical of Pete and Pepin’s creation, the construction on this smoke is excellent. The draw is spot on and produces a lot of aromatic smoke. The burn is even and produces a marbled ash that holds well past an inch before I let it go in the tray. The smoke temperature is pleasant throughout and heats up only when I get right down to the nub. Flavor, 2.8: The first puff on the Anarchy produces solid Nicaraguan tobacco with a bit of spice on the finish. I was expecting the “Pepin Blast O’ Spice” but it didn’t happen. The first third followed the above trend with notes of earthy tobacco, leather, maybe a bit of chocolate, and spices. The second third opens up a bit more and the tobacco takes on a more flavorful profile that is spicy, but not in a peppery way, just unique notes on the palate. The last third stays the course and continues to be a mouthful of flavor after each draw. This cigar is well balanced, produces solid tobacco notes coupled with layers of other notes, and is really a joy to smoke from a flavor perspective. Overall, 2.8: The Anarchy is another great smoke from two of the best in the industry and is beautifully presented. The price on this limited edition is reasonable and you can rest assured you will be getting a solid smoking experience for your money. Though this smoke carried the trademarks of all Pete and D.P.G. collaborations, it was unique enough that in a blind tasting I am not sure I would have pegged it as a Tatuaje right away. It’s a great smoke at a great price; pick a few up online if you can. (Total: 9.2) __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

01-11-2011, 01:57 PM	#2
ajacobs Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great Review. I picked up a couple boxes but have only had one so far. Similar experience.

01-11-2011, 02:33 PM	#3
jesseboston81 CC Simple PIF Promoter Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Jesse Location: Londonderry, NH Posts: 2,231 Trading: (41)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Thanks for the review. Still waffling on dropping the $50 for a fiver of these. __________________ Come play in the CC Simple PIF!

01-11-2011, 03:02 PM	#4
longknocker Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 11,233 Trading: (82)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great Review! Thanks! I'm Resting A Few Right Now!

01-11-2011, 03:09 PM	#5
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Thanks for the review! I have had them and they are real good! __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

01-11-2011, 03:44 PM	#6
quantim0 Feeling at Home Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Andrew Location: Palm Bay, Fl Posts: 528 Trading: (20)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy I lit one up over xmas and I'm glad I have a box. They have potential to be a great sick in a year or so. My next one will be lit up around June to see what has changed. __________________ All animals are equal, but some are more equal then others. -George Orwell

01-11-2011, 05:22 PM	#7
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Another fine review Matthew. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

01-12-2011, 08:10 AM	#8
zappaFREAK The Black Page Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Stephen Location: CT Posts: 349 Trading: (5)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great review! Have 2 boxes of these and thinking about another 2!! Great smoke. __________________ "Dumb all over, a little ugly on the side." FZ zappaFREAK

01-12-2011, 08:29 AM	#9
lyle23 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great review. I havent been able to get my hands on any yet, but im hoping to get 1 or 2 to try out.

01-12-2011, 10:32 AM	#10
STEVE S Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Steve Location: Coconut Creek, Fl. Posts: 1,092 Trading: (1)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Very nice review, I have been enjoying this cigar since it was released, and plan on buying a few boxes to put away to age. __________________ Smoking cigars is a hobby and a great way to pass the time of day!

01-12-2011, 12:04 PM	#11
Whynot Living the dream... Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: Aaron Location: New Mexico Posts: 175 Trading: (11)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy I too have a couple boxes, have burned one. I don't have the palate to pick out all the flavors, but will just say I though it was damn tasty. __________________ "My time coming, any day, don't worry bout me, no. Been so long I felt this way, ain't in no hurry, no"

01-12-2011, 01:16 PM	#12
mpd340 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great Review, might have to look into these.

01-13-2011, 08:04 AM	#13
South Shield Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Travis Location: Martinez, CA Posts: 272 Trading: (0)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Nice review, I had my first one yesterday and loved it. I might be thinking this is the best Tat yet. I was getting lots of smoke with a very easy draw and the smoke was very meaty, reminded me of the Padron 45th Maduro that way. The flavor I was getting was cinnamon. Sweet and spicy. Great, great cigar.

01-13-2011, 08:33 AM	#14
chicken Life is good Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Jerry Location: Vero Beach, Florida Posts: 354 Trading: (8)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Are boxes still available? Where can I order one from? __________________ I've upped my standards, so up yours.

01-13-2011, 08:49 AM	#15
STEVE S Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Steve Location: Coconut Creek, Fl. Posts: 1,092 Trading: (1)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Look up Smoke Inn West Palm Beach, FL., you can order them on line. __________________ Smoking cigars is a hobby and a great way to pass the time of day!

01-14-2011, 11:42 PM	#17
cigarburns Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great cigar at an awesome price. I've been fortunate enough to get my hands on 10 of them and I would highly recommend...especially if you love Tatuaje.

01-19-2011, 04:48 AM	#18
Adriftpanda Peter's Daddy Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Huy Location: No one wants me Posts: 10,313 Trading: (74)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Dom just sent me one. I'm gonna find some time to smoke this thing today. Thanks for the review, I am really looking forward to this one.

01-19-2011, 05:30 AM	#19
Coach Deg C O W eieio. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: Mike Location: Hudson, FL Posts: 2,853 Trading: (59)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Great review! I might have to open up to try one.

01-19-2011, 01:36 PM	#20
chicken Life is good Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Jerry Location: Vero Beach, Florida Posts: 354 Trading: (8)	Re: Tatuaje Anarchy Mine came yesterday. I think I will light one up this weekend. Thanks __________________ I've upped my standards, so up yours.