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Cigar Review: Gurkha G5 Avenger Toro
By Jesse | August 4, 2008 |
Company: Gurkha Cigars
Brand: G5 Avenger
Vitola: Toro 6 X 50
Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Nicaraguan
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Flavor: Medium
Strength: Mild to Medium
Price: Approx. $135.99 (Box of 25)
In the past I’ve only reviewed a couple cigars from Gurkha. A couple of reasons for that. One, their price point is a bit higher than what I like to reach for in my budget. Two, I’ve just never really enjoyed the Gurkha flavor profile. This isn’t to say they are not a good cigar; I just don’t care for it. So here is my take on the Gurkha G5 Avenger.
Construction: One thing I can’t fault Gurkha on is their construction and eye appeal. Every time I go in the shop the display of Gurkhas makes you stop and look at them. While this isn’t the most eye catching the wrapper is beautiful and nearly black. Draw is a touch on the easy site but not terribly loose.
Burn: The G5 Avenger burned really well, with a fairly clean burn line. Only problem I seemed to have is the ash didn’t hold on really well. I ashed more than once on the table.
Flavor: Like most Ghurka’s this cigar is very smooth. The background is a mellow earthy flavor. Once it warms up the cigar picked up some woody notes along with a pretty strong coffee flavor. There was a bit of spice.
Verdict: I enjoyed the cigar, but wasn’t blown away by it. Honestly I think there is better sticks at this price.
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Tags: Cigar Reviews, Dominican Republic, Gurkha, maduro, Nicaragua
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August 4th, 2008 at 8:14 am
I thought these things were more than about $5 each. I must say I love all the Gurkha’s maduros. So far I haven’t tried this one, but I will at my first opportunity.
Thanks for the review Jesse.
August 4th, 2008 at 11:13 am
They could be more at places, I’m just going by prices I found online.
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