Review: Blue Cheese by Privada

Stallone Alagan Review: The Experience

The tooth on the cigar was clearly visible, both on the wrapper and in the ash. The first sample had an excellent burn, while the second wasn’t as razor-sharp—but that didn’t detract from the experience. It delivered enjoyable, nuanced flavors with a touch of boldness. Overall, it was a well-rounded smoke, and I’d gladly light up another.

Stallone Alagan Review: The Brand

Referencing the nickname for the American $100 bill coming from the blue security strip on new bills, Blue Cheese is one of the best Nicaraguan, Habano-wrapped cigars ever made (smoke it, then call us to debate). This is one of the first cigars rolled at Tabacalera Annex, the new AJ Fernandez Privada Cigar Club factory in Estelí, Nicaragua

Stallone Alagan Review: The Elements

Wrapper: Nicaragua (Habano)
Binder: Nicaragua
Fillers: Nicaragua

Vitola: Toro/ Size: 6″x52

Country of Origin: Nicaragua/Factory: Tabacalera Annex

Stallone Alagan Review: The Body

Manure- Tobacco – Fall Leaves

Stallone Alagan Review: The Foot

Spice- Black Pepper- Cedar

Stallone Alagan Review: The Cold Draw

Graham Cracker- Wood

Stallone Alagan Review: First Third

Red Pepper- Cream- Wood- S’more- Graham Cracker- Marshmallow- Cookies- Spice- Pepper

Stallone Alagan Review: Second Third

Grain- Pepper- Wood- Cookies- Floral- Vanilla- Cinnamon

Stallone Alagan Review: Final Third

Spice- Pepper- Wood- Bready – Cookie- Vanilla – Cinnamon- Graham Cracker

John Cardenas

I’m John Cardenas, also known as Johnny Havana in the cigar industry. What I love about being involved with Cigar Public is that I have the opportunity to learn and share the stories of those in the cigar industry. I’ve formed lifelong relationships over a cigar and conversations. I’m committed to providing honest reviews of cigars and sharing my experiences with you. @JohnnyHavana