Bolivar New Gold Medal Cigar Review

• Brand Name: Bolivar New Gold Medal
• Length: 6 1/2 inches (165 mm)
• Ring: 48 (also mentioned 42)
• Score: Overall Rating 4/5

Product Introduction

The Bolivar New Gold Medal is a Cuban cigar in the Lonsdale format. It was out of local cigar shops for over a year and recently back on sale. There are rumors about the quality of different production years, but verification is difficult.

Appearance

The cigar is covered with golden foil over a wrapper that emits mature tobacco aromas when exposed. It has few visible veins and is well-rolled. The rating for appearance is 4.5/5.

Construction

The pre-draw is predominantly spicy and a bit tight but opens up when lit. The burn is not perfect but self-corrects. It goes out easily if left for over a minute. Construction rating is 3.5/5.

Flavor

• One third: After moderate spice in the first puffs, woody and earthy notes dominate. The smoke is medium-bodied.
• Two thirds: Leather and black pepper flavors are detectable.
• Three thirds: The cigar becomes more powerful and hard to nub.

The flavor rating is 4/5.

Value

It offers good value for a Cuban lonsdale. Fans of strong Bolivars won't be disappointed. Value rating is 4/5.

Other details: It weighs 10.8 g, is hand-made, and costs $8 each. It's a brand favored by strong flavor enthusiasts and has a shape known as Partagas 15 in Cuban factories.