I had the pleasure of smoking one of these, complements of choner, and wow what a smoke, I do have to say tht power/strenghth has nothing to do with flavor. This smokes might not knock you out and leave you hanging but your palete is left wanting m0ore, and more. I loved this smoke, I can't wait to try a salsa,etc (BTW this was my first Bucanero) LOVE THEM BUCS!!