Review Details

Saint Luis Rey Regios - 25 cigars

Product Review (submitted on October 25, 2015):

My expectations were not extremely high for this cigar. I was appropriately impressed.

This stick was included in an All-Star Sampler and rested for ~10 months. Great construction, and no burn issues, despite some reviews to the contrary. Pre-light draw was very pleasant. Cap is beautiful with a clean guillotine cut that stay put throughout the smoke.

First third started out a bit harsh, and I was afraid I was in for a Cuban without the Cuban flavors, but the harshness quickly disappeared and the creamy Cuban smoke arrived. Quickly, the honey overtones were prominent. Second third was similar with a bit more power and some leather. Last Third was still sweet, but had some cloves and more leathery undertone. Overall, a pleasant evolution, while not extremely complex and consistently very creamy.

Ash held on well, and the burn, as mentioned earlier, was just fine. It only required one re-light, and that was likely due to my inattention while writing this review. For ~$8 a piece (with shipping), I'll be adding a box to my humidor as soon as they are back in stock for those times when I don't want an earthy Montecristo or a strong Partagas Series D or P. It really is a great "sweeter" cigar for enjoying with company, especially those who don't enjoy foraying into the realm of the strongest Cubans but can still appreciate the Cuban touches.

I stand corrected on SLR Regios! Great smoke.