Recently I acquired a Gran Habano Connecticut #1 on a trip to a local shop. I let it sit in my humidor for a couple of months, but I came across it last night and decided to give it a try. The construction was flawless and the wrapper was a truly great looking Connecticut. The prelight smell was also great, so I was really looking forward to lighting it up. I got it lit, and about 3 puffs into the cigar I got a full flavor profile and it was amazingly disgusting. I couldn't believe such a great looking cigar tasted so nasty. I tried to give it a while to change my mind, but 1/4 inch into it I tossed it. I've had some bad cigars, but this one is definitely in the top 5. I couldn't quite determine what it tasted like, but it did NOT taste like any tobacco I've ever had. Oh well, guess I'll have to make up for it with a Padron Maduro tonight.

nwb

Perform an autopsy, maybe you got a chunk of rubber band. I had a #5, and it was not what I was expecting. From the reviews, I thought it would be spicy, and heavy handed, but it came across mild and nutty. Very good, just not what I expected. The #1 seems like it should have been mild and smooth.

I love 'em. If you do a search on Gran Habano you'll see my paean to them.

nwb...

I had the same experience with my first GH... it was a corojo #5 blend and I got a VERY tart nasty orange peel flavor from it.

I have tasted that orange peel flavor in other cigars when they are new to my humi, and after a couple of months of rest it is gone... however the tart taste I got from the GH #5 was so strong I doubt I will try another one for at least a year... hopefully that is what is wrong with this cigar but if some age does not get rid of that taste... it ain't my cup of tea.

RD