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Adolphus Cigars
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dbguru Offline
#1 Posted: Wed, May 14 2003, 2:50 PM EST
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Just wondering what people's opinions were about this line of cigars. Bought some Adolphus Churchills and they seen to have good construction but definitely needs some aging. What's your opinion??
eleltea Offline
#2 Posted: Wed, May 14 2003, 4:17 PM EST
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Not familiar with this brand. Where's it made?
Steve*R Offline
#3 Posted: Wed, May 14 2003, 4:45 PM EST
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They really don't need aging, only a few days to stabilize after shipping. Adolphus is a discontinued cigar made by Henry Kiki Berger. Berger also makes 5 Vegas, Cupido, Savinelli Nicaraguan, Don Kiki, and many private labels.

They consist of Dominican and Nicaraguan long-filler with a dark, rich Sumatra wrapper. Adolphus are an excellent medium bodied cigar rolled in Esteli, Nicaragua. I don't believe they've been made for at least a couple of years, so these are well aged. I was extremely surprised to see these offered at CBid, recently. I had the good fortune to pick up three boxes at CBid in three different sizes, but missed on a box of robustos this evening.
tailgater Offline
#4 Posted: Wed, May 14 2003, 7:44 PM EST
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I had a five pack of torps about a year ago.
Unspectacular, but decent. Consruction was the high point, the flavor lacked depth.
Worth the price I paid (cheap), but likely will search elsewhere for that ever-elusive hidden gem.
gerber Offline
#5 Posted: Thu, May 15 2003, 5:22 AM EST
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Actually, these have become one of my new favorites. My opinion is a bit different than Tailgater's--I think the flavor is fantastic. It's like a melding of the regular Don Kiki line with some ligero to give it a little extra peppery kick. I really like all the different Kiki Berger blends I've tried, and this one is no exception.
Fatshotbud Offline
#6 Posted: Thu, May 15 2003, 10:54 AM EST
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Call me "riding the fence" on this one. If I get them at a steal price you might catch me smoking them. They are in my "on the run" section of the humidor.
RDC Offline
#7 Posted: Thu, May 15 2003, 11:29 AM EST
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DOG ROCKET!
Steve*R Offline
#8 Posted: Mon, May 19 2003, 4:39 AM EST
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It never ceases to amaze me how people's tastes differ. I've smoked cigars for a little over forty years, and always am surprised when someone considers a cigar of which I've smoked hundreds and enjoyed, a dog rocket.

Questions for those who don't like Adolphus:

How many have you actually smoked?

Have you bought a box?

What is it you don't like? Wrapper? Construction? Strength? Aroma? Bouquet? Finish?

Have you smoked other Berger made cigars and not liked those?

Is it the Nicaraguan taste profile and, if it is, what country of origin do you prefer?
chuckler Offline
#9 Posted: Mon, May 19 2003, 8:55 AM EST
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Steve*R

I just purchased a 5 pack on CBid on your recommendations (see above) and I will let you know my thoughts later... But you cannot question the qaulity of the manufacturer, they come from good breeding.

Thanks for the tip!

PT
RDC Offline
#10 Posted: Mon, May 19 2003, 12:37 PM EST
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How many have you actually smoked?
Eight to twelve or so.

Have you bought a box?
No, 5-Packs

What is it you don't like? Wrapper? Construction? Strength? Aroma? Bouquet? Finish?
No, No, No, No, No, No.

Have you smoked other Berger made cigars and not liked those?
I have no clue.

Is it the Nicaraguan taste profile and, if it is, what country of origin do you prefer?
Nic or almost anywhere is fine, but I do not like Adolphus, I do not like green eggs and ham.
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