5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review)

Bruzee · 12-18-2008, 06:37 AM

I have long been looking for an affordable, short smoke. I cannot devote 1 hour, or more, to a cigar break. I do often times have 30 minutes to enjoy a stogie, so the search began. The Shorty's can be purchased at CI for $49.99 for 40 cigars. The deals are better if you have the patience to play with the devil at CBID. On to the review.

The Shorty felt very small, and fairly light weight, before I lit it. I was concerned I was wasting my time. I used my Palio to cut the end, with no problems. It lit quickly, with my Ronson Jet Light, and the draw was perfect. The first couple puffs were impressive, a very tasty start. From about 5 minutes in, to the end, this little guy woke up. I just worked a 10 hr shift, and its 3 am when I lit her up, and I was wide awake. A lot of taste packed in there.

It burned very evenly, but the end where I cut, started to slightly split. It never split more than what the pic shows though. The Shorty stayed very consistent throughout, and continued to impress me. It stayed lit and there were no burn issues at all. The total time to smoke was right about 25 minutes.

While this is not what I consider a fantastic cigar, for the price and purpose, I really liked it. This will fit the bill quite well when time is of the essence. I just got these guys, and they sat in my Vinotemp for about 4 days. I think they might even get better with a little time, but thats just my humble opinion.

Enjoy the pictures. I had to post a second time to show the rest. Thanks for reading my review.

Bruzee · 12-18-2008, 06:40 AM

Smokin Gator · 12-18-2008, 06:40 AM

I love those little suckers and always try to keep a few tins around. They really do get better with age too. After 6 months to a year they will surprise you.

rizzle · 12-18-2008, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smokin Gator

I love those little suckers and always try to keep a few tins around. They really do get better with age too. After 6 months to a year they will surprise you.

TOB9595 · 12-18-2008, 09:48 AM

I share your appreciation of the SHORTY

Tom

elderboy02 · 12-18-2008, 09:55 AM

Nice review and pictures! I got a tin for free back in May and I did not enjoy them all that much b/c I thought they were one-dimensional. Glad you guys enjoy them

csbrewfisher · 12-18-2008, 09:59 AM

This is one of my winter "hot-tub standards". Great med-full body, even burn, solid construction, long fill. They seem to be pretty much under the radar so far, which is fine with me. Good review, thanks.

12-18-2008, 12:27 PM

i got one a few days ago but i aint smoked it yet will find a moment to soon i think

DMK · 12-18-2008, 02:17 PM

I got a tin in last years 'Santa' pack form a friend in WA....
just finished them off a short while ago....

gotta get more.

Bruzee · 12-18-2008, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elderboy02

Nice review and pictures! I got a tin for free back in May and I did not enjoy them all that much b/c I thought they were one-dimensional. Glad you guys enjoy them

Thanks.... Thats too bad you didn't like them. Its a good little smoke!

elderboy02 · 12-18-2008, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruzee

Thanks.... Thats too bad you didn't like them. Its a good little smoke!

Yeah.... but that is what is neat about our hobby. What someone doesn't like, someone else does.

This is a fun hobby

Tenor CS · 12-18-2008, 05:54 PM

Are these basically tiny versions of the Series A?

Bruzee · 12-18-2008, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tenor CS

Are these basically tiny versions of the Series A?

No. They are completely different.

This is a cameroon wrapper, with a Honduran tabacco. Doesn't even taste similar to me. But very tasty nonetheless.

The 'A' is one of my favorites, and a go-to stick.

Whee · 12-18-2008, 06:06 PM

Great review and pics!

Bruzee · 12-18-2008, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elderboy02

Yeah.... but that is what is neat about our hobby. What someone doesn't like, someone else does.

This is a fun hobby

For sure.... I guess thats what we find so appealing huh?

G G · 12-18-2008, 07:50 PM

Been wanting to try one and haven't gotten around to it yet. Thanks for the review.

gvarsity · 12-18-2008, 09:13 PM

They are good fro what they are a good short cheap smoke. What is impressive is that they are a real (small) cigar and you get the whole experience of a premium hand rolled cigar and it's not some glorified cigarillo or something. Yes they are one dimensional but they have a nice flavor and are satisfying in a pinch.

Bruzee · 12-20-2008, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gvarsity

They are good fro what they are a good short cheap smoke. What is impressive is that they are a real (small) cigar and you get the whole experience of a premium hand rolled cigar and it's not some glorified cigarillo or something. Yes they are one dimensional but they have a nice flavor and are satisfying in a pinch.

Agreed!

Boobar · 12-23-2008, 09:10 PM

Your review has prompted me to go out and get some of these to try out. I am a huge 5 Vegas fan and I can't believe I haven't gotten some of these yet.

Don Fernando · 12-24-2008, 05:45 AM

I got a tin of those for free with my last CI order. They are still stateside though, but will come my way soon enough so I can give them a try.

12-18-2008, 06:37 AM	#1
Bruzee Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: D Location: San Diego Posts: 1,508 Trading: (30)	5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) I have long been looking for an affordable, short smoke. I cannot devote 1 hour, or more, to a cigar break. I do often times have 30 minutes to enjoy a stogie, so the search began. The Shorty's can be purchased at CI for $49.99 for 40 cigars. The deals are better if you have the patience to play with the devil at CBID. On to the review. The Shorty felt very small, and fairly light weight, before I lit it. I was concerned I was wasting my time. I used my Palio to cut the end, with no problems. It lit quickly, with my Ronson Jet Light, and the draw was perfect. The first couple puffs were impressive, a very tasty start. From about 5 minutes in, to the end, this little guy woke up. I just worked a 10 hr shift, and its 3 am when I lit her up, and I was wide awake. A lot of taste packed in there. It burned very evenly, but the end where I cut, started to slightly split. It never split more than what the pic shows though. The Shorty stayed very consistent throughout, and continued to impress me. It stayed lit and there were no burn issues at all. The total time to smoke was right about 25 minutes. While this is not what I consider a fantastic cigar, for the price and purpose, I really liked it. This will fit the bill quite well when time is of the essence. I just got these guys, and they sat in my Vinotemp for about 4 days. I think they might even get better with a little time, but thats just my humble opinion. Enjoy the pictures. I had to post a second time to show the rest. Thanks for reading my review. __________________

12-18-2008, 06:40 AM	#2
Bruzee Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: D Location: San Diego Posts: 1,508 Trading: (30)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) __________________

12-18-2008, 06:40 AM	#3
Smokin Gator Just plain insane! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Swamp Posts: 6,237 Trading: (106)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) I love those little suckers and always try to keep a few tins around. They really do get better with age too. After 6 months to a year they will surprise you. __________________ Check out the Cigar Asylum Newbie Sampler Trade

12-18-2008, 09:48 AM	#5
TOB9595 Managing the UnManageable Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Central NJ Posts: 452 Trading: (12)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) I share your appreciation of the SHORTY Tom __________________ I keep CHRIST in CHRISTmas Our palates are as individual as our fingerprints

12-18-2008, 09:55 AM	#6
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,509 Trading: (133)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) Nice review and pictures! I got a tin for free back in May and I did not enjoy them all that much b/c I thought they were one-dimensional. Glad you guys enjoy them

12-18-2008, 09:59 AM	#7
csbrewfisher Welcome to my nightmare Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jerry Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 676 Trading: (10)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) This is one of my winter "hot-tub standards". Great med-full body, even burn, solid construction, long fill. They seem to be pretty much under the radar so far, which is fine with me. Good review, thanks.

12-18-2008, 12:27 PM	#8
adampc22 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) i got one a few days ago but i aint smoked it yet will find a moment to soon i think

12-18-2008, 02:17 PM	#9
DMK S.O.B. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Darryl Location: Hamilton, ON. Canada. Posts: 2,747 Trading: (86)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) I got a tin in last years 'Santa' pack form a friend in WA.... just finished them off a short while ago.... gotta get more. __________________ Darryl, SOB...

12-18-2008, 05:54 PM	#12
Tenor CS Feeling Better! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Christian Location: Davenport, FL (near Orlando) Posts: 717 Trading: (2)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) Are these basically tiny versions of the Series A? __________________ When the world itself seems lunatic, who knows where madness lies?

12-18-2008, 06:06 PM	#14
Whee formerly illinoishoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Sean Location: Bishopville, SC Posts: 3,591 Trading: (17)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) Great review and pics! __________________ "Maybe I'm wrong, when they tell me they're right…..naaaaahhhhhh, I'm an asshooooooleeee"--Denis Leary

12-18-2008, 07:50 PM	#16
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,730 Trading: (10)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) Been wanting to try one and haven't gotten around to it yet. Thanks for the review.

12-18-2008, 09:13 PM	#17
gvarsity still crazy Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 621 Trading: (15)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) They are good fro what they are a good short cheap smoke. What is impressive is that they are a real (small) cigar and you get the whole experience of a premium hand rolled cigar and it's not some glorified cigarillo or something. Yes they are one dimensional but they have a nice flavor and are satisfying in a pinch.

12-23-2008, 09:10 PM	#19
Boobar Rubber Room Wall Bouncer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bob Location: Northcentral PA Posts: 428 Trading: (37)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) Your review has prompted me to go out and get some of these to try out. I am a huge 5 Vegas fan and I can't believe I haven't gotten some of these yet. __________________ Bob

12-24-2008, 05:45 AM	#20
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	Re: 5 Vegas Shorty (A pictoral review) I got a tin of those for free with my last CI order. They are still stateside though, but will come my way soon enough so I can give them a try. __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.