tarheel,
Smoke a couple and let us know what you think.
I've had one of the Ramone Allones Rubustos for over a year and just haven't smoked it.
I've had one of the new HDM Dark Sumatra and I thought it was a little bland or flat tasting with just a slight taste of spice. Others really seem to like them.
The only one that will know if you like them is you, so smoke on and keep the lit end out.
BTW, be sure to remove the cellophane and cedar sleeves before you smoke them, he,he,he
Barry