Jose L. Piedra Nacionales Cigar Review
- Brand Name: Jose L. Piedra Nacionales
- Length: Around 4 7/8 inches (134 x 16 mm or 5 1/4 inches)
- Ring Gauge: 46 (or 42)
- Score: Overall 3/5
Origin and Price
The Jose L. Piedra Nacionales are from Cuba. They cost about $1 each in Cuba and around $5 each in Canada.
Appearance
These cigars look rough, being veiny, miscoloured, sun - spotted and inconsistent. Most of the sticks have a decent amount of oil on the medium - brown wrapper. The filler is evenly distributed.
Construction
The cigar lights easily and has a good draw. The ash is not strong, needing to be ashed every half - inch. The burn is uneven and needs to be evened out twice. The cigar feels solid, and the wrapper doesn't unroll.
Flavor
- One third: Earthy flavor
- Two thirds: Powdered cocoa flavor appears
- Three thirds: Light floral notes on the finish, and it becomes a bit harsh towards the end
They are medium - bodied and fairly one - dimensional in flavor.
Value
At $5 each in Canada, they are a decent deal. They are very cheap in Cuba. They are a low - risk option to ask someone to bring back from Cuba.
These cigars are great for casual occasions like hanging out with friends at the beach, poker night, or fishing trips. They pair well with many things, especially crafted beer and ale.