Cabaiguan question

RevSmoke · 07-28-2009, 09:04 PM

OK, I am looking for those who have had both the Cabaiguan Robusto Extra and the Guapo RX.

I have had the former but not the latter. So...

How do they compare?
Do you have one which you prefer?

Thanks.

Mr. Ed · 07-28-2009, 09:15 PM

For me, the Guapo RX has a bit more bite to it. A little spicier and a little stronger IMO.

Both are great smokes though.

Silound · 07-28-2009, 10:07 PM

Both cigars have the same filler IIRC, but the Guapos line has a sungrown wrapper and the regular line has an Ecuadorian-grown shade wrapper.

The Guapos line will have more spice in the mouth, but it overshadows the subtle flavors of the filler mix sometimes. The Robusto Extra will be smoother on the mouth, but you will find more subtle spice and peppery complexities on the aftertaste.

Overall, I like both, but I'm most partial to the Guapos Guapos size (largest) and the Cabaiguan Corona Extra size. To me, those are the two that offer the most flavor and allow for you to experience the difference the wrapper has on the smoke.

TomHagen · 07-29-2009, 01:09 AM

Guapos are better. In all vitolas. Hands down.

alley00p · 07-29-2009, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silound

Overall, I like both, but I'm most partial to the Guapos Guapos size (largest) and the Cabaiguan Corona Extra size. To me, those are the two that offer the most flavor and allow for you to experience the difference the wrapper has on the smoke.

I agree!

rrplasencia · 07-29-2009, 06:57 AM

i prefer the bigger ring gauge

rizzle · 07-29-2009, 03:02 PM

Silound pretty much nailed it, IMO. I prefer the RE over the Guapo but my favorite is the Corona Extra, followed closely by the Petite. Of course that could be subject to change when I get around to the maduro.

Something about the Cabaiguan flavor profile that hits me just right. I can't quite put my finger on what it is but I love them. I think it is by far my favorite non-cuban brand.

NorcalMark · 08-01-2009, 05:43 PM

All the guapos are fantasitc. In particular the guapo. 5.5 x 54

Yummy!!!

07-28-2009, 09:04 PM	#1
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,861 Trading: (51)	Cabaiguan question OK, I am looking for those who have had both the Cabaiguan Robusto Extra and the Guapo RX. I have had the former but not the latter. So... How do they compare? Do you have one which you prefer? Thanks. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

07-28-2009, 09:15 PM	#2
Mr. Ed A horse is a horse... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ed...duh Location: THE Burgh Posts: 499 Trading: (6)	Re: Cabaiguan question For me, the Guapo RX has a bit more bite to it. A little spicier and a little stronger IMO. Both are great smokes though.

07-28-2009, 10:07 PM	#3
Silound ex-CS Swamp Gorilla Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somewhere in a swamp, south of sanity Posts: 802 Trading: (15)	Re: Cabaiguan question Both cigars have the same filler IIRC, but the Guapos line has a sungrown wrapper and the regular line has an Ecuadorian-grown shade wrapper. The Guapos line will have more spice in the mouth, but it overshadows the subtle flavors of the filler mix sometimes. The Robusto Extra will be smoother on the mouth, but you will find more subtle spice and peppery complexities on the aftertaste. Overall, I like both, but I'm most partial to the Guapos Guapos size (largest) and the Cabaiguan Corona Extra size. To me, those are the two that offer the most flavor and allow for you to experience the difference the wrapper has on the smoke. __________________ Back in black, and better than ever! You can't keep a good gorilla down! LSU Geaux Tigers!

07-29-2009, 01:09 AM	#4
TomHagen Rabbinic Consigliere Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tattejuaje Location: NY Posts: 601 Trading: (12)	Re: Cabaiguan question Guapos are better. In all vitolas. Hands down. __________________ Cigar Asylum Minyan///Corona Gorda Comparison Thread Do Acts of Goodness and Kindness!!

07-29-2009, 06:57 AM	#6
rrplasencia monica lewinsky Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Richard Location: Miami Posts: 1,827 Trading: (55)	Re: Cabaiguan question i prefer the bigger ring gauge __________________ "Merica, Back to Back World War Champs." -Cloyd Rivers

07-29-2009, 03:02 PM	#7
rizzle Order Restored Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: st pete, fl Posts: 2,679 Trading: (23)	Re: Cabaiguan question Silound pretty much nailed it, IMO. I prefer the RE over the Guapo but my favorite is the Corona Extra, followed closely by the Petite. Of course that could be subject to change when I get around to the maduro. Something about the Cabaiguan flavor profile that hits me just right. I can't quite put my finger on what it is but I love them. I think it is by far my favorite non-cuban brand.

08-01-2009, 05:43 PM	#8
NorcalMark Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 84 Trading: (5)	Re: Cabaiguan question All the guapos are fantasitc. In particular the guapo. 5.5 x 54 Yummy!!!