Saint Luis Rey Serie A (1998) Cigar Review
- Brand Name: Saint Luis Rey Serie A (1998)
- Length: 143 mm (5.74 inches)
- Ring: 46
- Score: B+
General Information
The Saint Luis Rey Serie A (1998) is a hand - made Cuban cigar with a Corona Gorda vitola. It measures 143 x 18.20 mm, has a ring gauge of 46, and weighs 10.86 g. It comes from a 1998 box and each cigar costs around $8 - 9.
Appearance and Aroma
The cigar has a veiny wrapper with a beautiful dark color. The band shows some age. The foot of the cigar smells peppery, while the wrapper has a sweet and cedary smell.
Taste Profile
- One third: The first puffs have an intense 100% coffee flavor, and the coffee taste remains prominent throughout the cigar, especially in the aftertaste.
- Two thirds: Sweet earthy tones are mixed with a toasty oaky flavor.
- Three thirds: The taste continues with the same combination of flavors.
Draw and Burn
The draw was a bit tighter than desired. This led to burn problems a little past the second third. The ash was grey, very flaky, but held up fairly well.
Conclusion
The Saint Luis Rey Serie A (1998) offers a unique and distinct coffee flavor. It's a well - priced cigar, especially for those who like to age their cigars. Despite the draw and burn issues, it's still a great choice, making it a hidden gem in the cigar world.