12/30/2014

Cigar: Diesel Delirium
Size: Gordo, 6.5”x56
MSRP: $11.00
Strength: Full
Wrapper: Ecuador Habano
Origin: Nicaragua



Prelight: I am quite impressed with the appearance of this cigar, from the embossed foot band, to the milk chocolate colored wrapper, to the pigtail cap. There are a few very minor veins and slight tooth on the wrapper, which has an extremely faint floral aroma to it. The dense and dark foot has a much woodier scent. Using a punch, I get a nice draw that has a little resistance but is not too tight. I get primarily a dusty wood taste during the cold draw.



1/3: The cigar starts off with a milk truck full of cream. There is a little wood in the background, as well as a little baking spice, but the cream is dominant. The entire profile seems a bit on the mellow side, but maybe I was expecting a powerhouse, which this cigar is not (yet) in the flavor department. The burn is a little wavy, but does not need a relight, and as the first third comes to an end, a hint of chocolate is added.



2/3: The ash falls at the transition to the second third, and the profile of the cigar is nearly the same – cream, wood, chocolate and a bit of spices – but a floral flavor emerges. At the halfway point I find myself remarking that this cigar is great! I’m loving the profile. The chocolate gains strength a little bit and the overall body is increasing as well.



3/3: The final third is pretty much the same profile, but with wood taking the forefront. It also gets a bit bitter, so it’s not a nubber. The burn has evened out and the ash is still dense and the burn is cool.

Overall: A really good cigar! The final third turned a bit bitter, but the hour or so it was in that sweet spot was worth it. Great appearance, good construction and excellent flavors makes this one a winner in my book.