I went to barclay rex in mid town NYC last night after work to try one. They just got some in like 10 boxes so I suspect they wont last long.
Paid $38 including tax for a single. I decided to light it up there and then and enjoy in their lounge area.
Its a big cigar, took me about 1hr 15min to smoke.
Granted its a new shape to the 1926 line but I dont know if the 80th is supposed to be a different blend, to me it tasted like a typical 1926 Anni which is all about power and strength to the detriment of flavor IMO. There were some nice Padron Anni flavors that came through but I had to really concentrate(too much) to get them. The strength of the 1926 blend just over powers the subtle nutty and berry flavors you get in the 1964 Anni blend.
I think the 1964 Anni's are a more flavorful and enjoyable cigar and you dont feel like youve been hit by a tobacco sledgehammer when your done.
What this experience thought me is just how good a deal the 1964 Anni line is for alot less money.
Posts: 234 | Location: NY, NY | Registered: May 08, 2002
Hmm, I was expecting something entirely different than that... especially for almost $40 bucks a stick. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts though.
Posts: 974 | Location: Ohio | Registered: July 31, 2007
My impression of the 80th was somewhat different that bjm.
My local retailer here in Florida received one box of these cigars today. As one of their best customers and someone who is a true cigar fanatic, I was given the opprorunity to sample one, which I did so after dinner tonight.
Although the 80th shares the dark trademark wrapper of the anniversary Padrons, it differs from that of either the 26 or 64 series. I found it to be somewaht milder than other Pafron maduros yet still very complex, with hints of spice. The finish was long and satisfying but without the classic fullness of other maduro Pafrons. I believe long-time Padron smokers will agree with me that the blend in this cigar clearly differs from the other Padron anniversarys.
The overall quality of the cigar is excellent. However, based on my ;imited experience with it to date, it doesn't seem to me that this cigar will replace the 40th anniversary maduro (which I consider one of the world's great cigars, Cubans included)as my favorite Padron. I am sure, however, that I will always have some of the 80ths in my humidor in the future.
Originally posted by Florida Gator: My impression of the 80th was somewhat different that bjm.
My local retailer here in Florida received one box of these cigars today. As one of their best customers and someone who is a true cigar fanatic, I was given the opprorunity to sample one, which I did so after dinner tonight.
Although the 80th shares the dark trademark wrapper of the anniversary Padrons, it differs from that of either the 26 or 64 series. I found it to be somewaht milder than other Pafron maduros yet still very complex, with hints of spice. The finish was long and satisfying but without the classic fullness of other maduro Pafrons. I believe long-time Padron smokers will agree with me that the blend in this cigar clearly differs from the other Padron anniversarys.
The overall quality of the cigar is excellent. However, based on my ;imited experience with it to date, it doesn't seem to me that this cigar will replace the 40th anniversary maduro (which I consider one of the world's great cigars, Cubans included)as my favorite Padron. I am sure, however, that I will always have some of the 80ths in my humidor in the future.
I will agree with you, the one 40th I was fortunate enough to have was one of the best cigars I have ever had, bar none.
Posts: 974 | Location: Ohio | Registered: July 31, 2007
I can't imagine it's worth $30 MSRP before taxes except as a novelty -- after all, the same flavor/blend can be had for much less in other vitolas -- but then again, looks and exclsuivity count. After all, if a Porsche looked like a Chevy Nova, no matter how much fun it was to drive and how beautiful the noises it makes, it wouldn't be worth near as much. I'm going to try a couple but I doubt I'll go in for a full box.
I was in lower Manhattan yesterday.Picked up three Cigars at 75 Broad St at the Barclay Rex.I actually bought the last three cigars.They told me they only got in three boxes and did not know when more would come in.Anyway i smoked one gave one away have one left.I agree with your review somethings missing it was kind of like eating Chinese food an hour later your looking to eat again.
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Posts: 4725 | Location: Reggio di Calabria, Italy / New York United States | Registered: July 12, 2007
I don't know if its because it was not so great. As much as it was i was expecting something extraordinary after all the hype.But you know its not a CC and for NC i guess it was about as good as it gets.
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smoked the 80th today, and while it was a great cigar, it wasnt worth almost 40 dollars.......
my bm had them for 36 a stick, plush tax, which they didnt charge me.......
i bought 3.......
the 80th, imo, lies somewehre in between the 1926 and 1962 anny maduro series....
its not as strong as the 26, but almost, and it was a good deal less strong then the 64.......
i think you taste more of the flavor and the nuainses in the 64 and you can have one every day if your budget will alow....... i dont think the same of the 26th or the 80th annys.....
they are strong, once in a while type smokes to me, and the 80th being the noticably stronger of the entire line..... but not more than 2 steps form the 26th.......
great cigar, not worth the price.........
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Posts: 521 | Location: nj.....ny | Registered: September 18, 2007
Totally agree, makes the 1964 Anni line look relatively cheap.
As an aside, I think the Padrons need to relax a bit with the "special release" cigars. IMHO the tobacco is not better in the 40th or 80th Anniversary cigars and does not justify the price over the regular Anni line.
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i think you taste more of the flavor and the nuainses in the 64 and you can have one every day if your budget will alow....... i dont think the same of the 26th or the 80th annys.....
they are strong, once in a while type smokes to me, and the 80th being the noticably stronger of the entire line..... but not more than 2 steps form the 26th.......
great cigar, not worth the price.........
Posts: 234 | Location: NY, NY | Registered: May 08, 2002
i picked up a box of the maduros today. they will rest a while. all the reviews of these aren't going to be accurate. smoking a fresh cigar is not the same as letting it rest and having the humidity even out on the cigar before lighting it up. put them away for at least a few weeks before trying them.
Posts: 354 | Location: Tampa | Registered: September 13, 2006
Originally posted by jaybarbour: i picked up a box of the maduros today. they will rest a while. all the reviews of these aren't going to be accurate. smoking a fresh cigar is not the same as letting it rest and having the humidity even out on the cigar before lighting it up. put them away for at least a few weeks before trying them.
every padron anny ive had was great fresh out of the box/shop.....ive had one 64 from a box i watched the owner peel the celophane off of, and ive had a 64 that was the last next to last one in the box....... both were the same.......brand new, there stuff is awesome, and i dont think any amount of aging will make this cigar get to the 40$ price tag, and/or the hype........ i personally dont think padron ages well, or needs aging at all, not even a few weeks....... just mho here.......
id be interested to hear everyones 2 cents on this, cause i think the padron 80th is currently one of the most over priced cigars on the market, that i dont think will get much better, if at all, with aging.....
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Posts: 521 | Location: nj.....ny | Registered: September 18, 2007
Originally posted by SteveSur: For $28 you could have got a *box* of Bock y Ca robustos. I tried one and I have to say, I would have guessed they were twice the price if not more.
and you kind sir should be beaten with a rolled up wet newspaper........
just kidding though....... but not really.......
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