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EO 601 Green Label Cigar Review
By Jesse | December 10, 2007
Brand: EO 601
Line: Green (Habano Oscuro)
Vitola: La Fuerza 5 1/2 x 54
Origin: Esteli, Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Body: Full
Strength: Full
Box Price: $153.00 (Box of 20)
Description: I reviewed the EO 601 Oscuro Tronco shorty after the RTDA 2007 Trade Show, recently I got a box of the La Fuerzas in the mail from EO Brands and I wanted to give this cigar another go to see if the latest productions held up to the same quality as the cigar I got at the show. Upon examining the box I’ve noticed they are putting a date on the box. I really like this added touch, this way you know the exact age of the cigars you’re buying. The box date on mine was 6-OCT-2007, so look for another review of these in October, 2008 as I see how the cigar responds after a year of aging.
I’ve got no complaints on construction, I’ve yet to have a problem with any of the EO Brand cigars regarding quality. The wrapper is dark, a bit toothy, and finely veined and even has a spicy bite on the prelight draw. These cigars were just as good as the one I had after the show. A hearty mix of cocoa and coffee make up the body with a heavy dose ofCayenne pepper and black peppercorn to spice things up. The Green Label Oscuro doesn’t let up ever for a second, it is a full bodied butt kicker start to finish. Honestly this cigar reminds me of steak au poivre (Steaks with a Black Pepper Cream Sauce).
Verdict: This is going to be one of my go to cigars for a long time. A great cigar to light up after a heavy meal and definitely not for faint of heart. I’m curious to see how these cigars change with a year of age on them. I’m also eager to try smaller coronavitola if I can get my hands on them.
Similar Cigars: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Maduro, EO 601 Blue Label, and the Don Pepin Blue Label.
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Tags: 601 Cigars, Cigar Reviews, Don Pepin Garcia, EO Brands
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December 31st, 2007 at 10:54 am
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January 6th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
the only comment i have is, a better picture of the label or box would be great. too small for these old eyes even with my reading glasses.
keep up the good work jesse.
btw, give me one of these!
Tommy
January 6th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
Even the larger version of the photo is too small?
January 6th, 2008 at 7:03 pm
I would think a better picture of the band would be better. just my 2 cents
January 6th, 2008 at 7:05 pm
One of my projects is to build a light tent for taking photos of the cigars.
January 6th, 2008 at 7:08 pm
That would be perfect!
January 15th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
Just ordered some of the La Punta (5 1/2 x 52). Interesting to see how this size compares.
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