Comments on: Cigar Links Edition 1: San Cristobal by Ashton

By: Jacob G

Jacob G — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 05:32:14 +0000

I loved this one. I’ve had it twice now. The first time on its own, the second as my choice smoke for celebrating Repeal Day (marking the end of Prohibition). I don’t often smoke Ashton’s, but this one was a real stand out.

By: Jesse

Jesse — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 20:35:22 +0000

Yeah considering there is really only a handful of sites that do consistent reviews and everyone is probably already reading them I felt a different approach was needed.

The San Cristobal definitely won’t appeal to your typical Ashton smoker. But I’m sure the VSG smokers will love it.

By: John

John — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 16:12:35 +0000

Good roundup, a little more interesting than everyone pointing out what everyone else is smoking, it also brings up reviews that may have been missed because they were done a long time ago.
So far as the San Cristobal goes I think it will appeal to the Pepin fans way more than the Ashton loyalists simply because it is a very powerful and complex cigar. Definiately aimed at the VSG smoker more than the regular Ashtons which are notably mild, the San Cristobal can be a rude awakening for anyone expecting a mellow Ashton.

By: Jesse

Jesse — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 06:20:15 +0000

@Matt: Glad you like it. So far I think I prefer this over what I previously did.

@Aaron: You are seriously missing out, this is my favorite DPG stick so far.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 03:19:12 +0000

Agree with what matt said.
Also piqued my interest more to try this one. I’ve read about them, but haven’t brought myself to shell out the money for one. I generally enjoy Ashton’s products as well as stuff by DPG…so it seems like this would be a win win.

By: Matt

Matt — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 19:33:43 +0000

I like this idea Jesse. It’s a creative twist on the weekly roundup. Kudos.