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Camacho Corojo Diploma Cigar Review
By Jesse | August 27, 2007 |
Brand: Camacho Cigars
Line: Corojo
Vitola: Diploma 5 x 50
Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Honduran Corojo
Binder: Honduran Corojo
Filler: Honduran Corojo
Body: Full
Strength: Full
Box Price: $150 (Box of 18) Buy it now for $129.
Description: Camacho was the latest participant at The Party Source’s weekly cigar event. They brought with them the Camacho Diploma complete with it’s new presentation. They really went all out with the design of the new bands, a big change from the old simple Diploma band. This Honduran puros is comprised of the choicest Corojo leaf grown in the Jamastran Valley. Beautiful is the best word to describe this oily cigar with a slightly toothed wrapper. It was heavy, firm and the draw was easy with just a touch of resistance.
The complexity of the Diploma doesn’t take long to show up, starting out with a strong black peppercorn flavor with a woody undertone. Along with this spice the cigar had some harshness, which fortunately mellowed out to a tolerable level after a few minutes. It was difficult to pin down the dominate flavor once the cigar warmed up. I tasted a nice blend of pepper, wood, and occasionally some sweeter flavor reminding me of a good whiskey. The Diploma is best smoked slow to respect the cigars strength, but even then I was feeling a bit light headed by the halfway point. After I was satisfied that I could discern the flavors in it, I picked up a small glass of port. The port paired nicely with the Diploma, taking the edge off the harshness. Other reviews I’d read discussed some burn problems but mine was flawless from start to finish.
Verdict: I liked this cigar but the harshness turned me off a bit. However, it really pairs well with a fine drink and that can help smooth it out. My feeling is that this smoke would age extremely well. I can just imagine the delightful cigar this would be if you tucked it away in you humidor to rest.
Similar Cigars: Some other full flavored cigars that I would consider similar are the 601 Maduro, 601 Oscuro, or La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero.
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August 27th, 2007 at 7:19 am
The Diplomas and the Corojo 11/18’s are sublime with some age. I have a couple of 11/18’s that are just about 2 years old (Camacho used to date their boxes) and they have been fantastic smokes. Same can be said for the Diplomas. If you can give them a year or more in your humidor you will be rewarded for your patience.
August 27th, 2007 at 8:41 am
You can find these pretty reasonable online, if they are in stock. I’m going to purchase a box soon and just forget about them except for checking the RH.
August 29th, 2007 at 7:16 am
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September 16th, 2007 at 5:27 pm
Jesse,
$150 a box?? Woo, that’s a little steep. I consider them fairly rough to smoke, honestly. Some people love them though. I guess it takes all types.
September 16th, 2007 at 8:47 pm
That’s the high end for the price typically I think you can find them cheaper.
September 16th, 2007 at 8:48 pm
Currently Tinderbox has them for $129
December 17th, 2007 at 10:42 pm
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January 1st, 2008 at 5:29 pm
Another fantastic review Jesse!!!!
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