Really, someone needs to fix the cigar ratings search engine. It consistently turns up multiple instances of the exact same review. This seems primarily a problem with 2007 reviews. (Try searching Ashton VSG from the brand name drop down menu with no other options selected). And the brand name drop down commonly misses reviews. (Try "Gurkha Legend" from the drop down, then compare that to a text search of "Gurkha Legend" with the "entire cigar name" option selected and note the additional hits.)

The repeated hits would be irritating by itself, but the real problem is that if you try to just add one of those reviews to your private humidor, the system adds them all, cluttering the humi. And if you delete one, it deletes them all.

I bought the insider membership mainly to have access to the reviews. It needs to work a lot better if I'm going to renew that membership.

I hate to say it, but the search feature plain sucks.

My big issue is that, if you search "Ashton" in the brand name field and "Magnum" in the search text, sometimes you miss some of the entries for Magnums but you also get tons of other sizes that are not named Magnum.

I just tried it and I got six pages of results, and only of few of the entries were Magnums:

Ashton Magnum

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 85
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Aug, 2007
Price: $7.00

This blonde cigar is well made with an easy draw, but burns a bit hot. The flavors are dry and bready with some muted woody, papery flavors and a sharp finish.
Size: Robusto
Ring Gauge: 50
Length: 5"





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Ashton Sovereign

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 83
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Aug, 2007
Price: $10.00

A big, blond torpedo. The smoke is chewy, with muted bread notes accompanied by sour apple flavor and a sour finish.
Size: Figurado
Ring Gauge: 55
Length: 6 3/4"





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Ashton Classic Churchill

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Connecticut Shade Issue: Jun, 2007
Price: $8.00

A large, golden brown cigar that is primarily herbal and woody in character. Some pepper notes kick in on the finish. A mild smoke overall that could be more complex.
Size: Double Corona
Ring Gauge: 52
Length: 7 1/2"





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Ashton Classic Churchill

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Connecticut Shade Issue: Jun, 2007
Price: $8.00

A large, golden brown cigar that is primarily herbal and woody in character. Some pepper notes kick in on the finish. A mild smoke overall that could be more complex.
Size: Double Corona
Ring Gauge: 52
Length: 7 1/2"





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Ashton 8-9-8

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Feb, 2007
Price: N/A

Yellow in color, this cigar has a fine draw and burn. It dry, with some balsa wood flavors and a touch of cream and earth. Mild.
Size: Lonsdale
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 6 1/2"





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Ashton 8-9-8

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Feb, 2007
Price: N/A

Yellow in color, this cigar has a fine draw and burn. It dry, with some balsa wood flavors and a touch of cream and earth. Mild.
Size: Lonsdale
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 6 1/2"





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Ashton 8/9/2008

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Feb, 2007
Price: N/A

Yellow in color, this cigar has a fine draw and burn. It dry, with some balsa wood flavors and a touch of cream and earth. Mild.
Size: Lonsdale
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 6 1/2"





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Ashton Double Magnum

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 89
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Dec, 2006
Price: $8.85

An attractive cigar with an oily wrapper. It burns well, with a powdery white ash. It's creamy, with some cocoa notes and a bready finish. A balanced, medium bodied smoke perfect for the morning.
Size: Corona Gorda
Ring Gauge: 50
Length: 6"





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Ashton Corona

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 88
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Oct, 2006
Price: N/A

Blonde in appearance, with a smooth, easy draw, this mild cigar has some hard wood and savory spice notes. There's also a light dusting of pepper.
Size: Corona
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 5 1/2"



Made By: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia.
Distributed By: Ashton Distributos Inc.


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Ashton Classic Churchill

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 87
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Connecticut Shade Issue: Dec, 2005
Price: $8.00

This good-looking smoke is pleasantly mild. It has some lemon notes, and a touch of spices.
Size: Double Corona
Ring Gauge: 52
Length: 7 1/2"





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Ashton Panetela

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 84
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Oct, 2005
Price: $5.90

A blonde and bumpy panetela with a good burn and somewhat tight draw. It's sharp, papery and woody, and lacks depth. Mild to medium bodied.
Size: Panetela
Ring Gauge: 36
Length: 6"



Made By: Tabacalera A. Fuente
Distributed By: Ashton


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Ashton Puro Sol

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: Cameroon Issue: Aug, 2005
Price: $9.00

While rough in appearance, this cigar has pleasant notes of sweet cedar and almonds, with a toasty finish.
Size: Churchill
Ring Gauge: 48
Length: 6 3/4"



Made By: Arturo Fuente
Distributed By: Ashton Distributors Inc.


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Ashton Cabinet No. 3

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 85
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Aug, 2005
Price: $11.00

A firm draw on this cigar, which is herbal and dry, with some woody notes. Mild to medium in body.
Size: Figurado
Ring Gauge: 47
Length: 6"





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Ashton Cabinet Trés Petit

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 88
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Jun, 2005
Price: $6.50

A solid, attractive petit corona that has a fine draw. It has notes of pencil lead and wood softened by a touch of sweetness on the palate.
Size: Petit Corona
Ring Gauge: 42
Length: 4 1/2"





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Ashton Aged Maduro No. 20

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 87
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Broadleaf Issue: Jun, 2005
Price: $7.25

Dark and dry, this cigar burns well, with a pretty ash. It has vanilla and cream notes and a short finish. Mild to medium bodied.
Size: Corona
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 5 1/2"





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Ashton Magnum

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Feb, 2005
Price: $6.75

The color on this cigar could be better. It has some chalk notes, and a solid core of tobacco flavor. Mild.
Size: Robusto
Ring Gauge: 50
Length: 5"





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Ashton Corona

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 85
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Dec, 2004
Price: $6.25

Pale and yellow in appearance, this mild cigar has chewy, grassy notes and a dry wood flavor.
Size: Corona
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 5 1/2"





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Ashton Panetela

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 83
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Oct, 2004
Price: $6.85

The cap on this cigar is a bit rough. It has a harsh start, and takes on a woody, pencil-lead flavor. Medium bodied.
Size: Panetela
Ring Gauge: 36
Length: 6"





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Ashton Aged Maduro No. 10

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 86
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Broadleaf Issue: Aug, 2004
Price: $7.75

A grizzled, dark cigar with a woody, mild character. The finish is sharp.
Size: Robusto
Ring Gauge: 50
Length: 5"





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Ashton Aged Maduro No. 30

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 87
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Broadleaf Issue: Jun, 2004
Price: $9.25

This maduro has a rough appearance, but it smokes and draws well. It's wheaty and toasty, with a medium body.
Size: Lonsdale
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 6 3/4"





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Ashton Panetela

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 81
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Apr, 2004
Price: $6.85

This lancero appears to be well made, but it suffers from bad burn problems. It's hot, with rough wood notes and a wisp of toast. A short finish.
Size: Panetela
Ring Gauge: 36
Length: 6"





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Ashton 8/9/2008

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 85
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Feb, 2004
Price: $6.85

Tan, with some oils on the wrapper. The cigar burns unevenly. It has balsa and coconut notes, and a mild body.
Size: Lonsdale
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 6 1/2"





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Ashton Cabinet Selection No. 8

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 89
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Dec, 2003
Price: $10.00

Attractive and tawny colored, and well made. It has a fine draw with a lovely aroma. The cigar has some sweetness, with a touch of pepper and a woody finish. Mild to medium bodied.
Size: Churchill
Ring Gauge: 49
Length: 7"





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Ashton Maduro No. 5

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 83
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Dec, 2003
Price: $6.00

A miniature maduro with a rough cap. The draw is firm. It has charry, sour and funky notes with hints of grass.
Size: Odd
Ring Gauge: 30
Length: 5"





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Ashton Imperial

Country: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dom. Rep.
Score: 88
Source: Cigar Aficionado
Binder: Dom. Rep.
Wrapper: U.S.A./Conn. Shade Issue: Oct, 2003
Price: $7.75

Golden brown and attractive, with a fine draw and burn. The cigar has pronounced cedar flavors, and has a sweet taste. Medium bodied.
Size: Corona
Ring Gauge: 44
Length: 5 1/2"





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The ratings glitches are being worked on now. Thanks for the feedback--I'll follow up here later this week with an update.

Extensioncord,

In my experience, the brand name and search text fields are an either/or kind of thing. To get what you want you have to type 'ashton magnum' in the search field, select 'entire cigar name' checkbox, then search.

It would be better if it could be done your way though.

The search engine is down again, for the gazillionth time. I do wish you'd make fixing this a priority.

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Originally posted by SteveH:
Extensioncord,

In my experience, the brand name and search text fields are an either/or kind of thing. To get what you want you have to type 'ashton magnum' in the search field, select 'entire cigar name' checkbox, then search.

It would be better if it could be done your way though.

Thanks, Steve, I'll give it a try. It's just not very intuitive the way it's set up. I hate to complain because after all, not very many people care enough about what a HdM Epicure #2 scored in 1995 so I appreciate the fact that CA offers a ratings archive...even if the actual interface is a little wonky.

We've fixed the problem of the duplicate ratings, and now we're taking care of a few other details that need attention. The ratings should be working much better now.

And Extensioncord, I'm glad you want to know what the Epi 2 scored in 1995. There's a lot of info in there...