what's everyones take on this smoke?? I remember having a few a few years ago but that was early in my days of smoking. Im currently deployed in Afghanistan and am trying to keep my stock managed but think that this may be something I would like to try again. I have some Isla Del Sols coming out since I read on CI's website a few reviews comparing the two smokes.

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Both have the coffee profile from what I remember but the Java is a better constructed, more refined cigar. Both are good smokes. If you like the Isla, you will like the Java. Wish I had a few to send you.

Java's are a good infused box pressed, coffee /chocolate infused cigar but, you can have just about the same in the Isle del sol's for a lot cheaper. The Sol's have the nice coffee/ chocolate infused taste as well. I am a big fan of the Sol's and so is my wallet.

FatAsh loves'em....He sent me a couple once....they were alright...I guess im just not into the infused like I was years ago....

Sorry it was the isla del sol he sent me...

Mikey is right about the construction of the java it is better in that department but, I like the price point of the sol's.

Dacantra,

Pm me your address and I can send you a nice infused sampler.

God bless you and keep kicken ass.

Smoked some Javas a few years ago, liked the flavors, found the cigars felt light in the hand. Recently had a couple of Tabak Negras and thought they had a bit more heft and stronger tobacco too.

Good flavor change every once in a blue moon.

I would have to say the Java's are slightly stronger than the Isla Del Sol. Both are great smokes with a unique taste. The Isla Del Sol are a little lighter and smoother. The Java's are more expensive but I would give both a chance as they both have different qualities.

I had looked into the Tabaks as well but just wasn't sure about them.

Fatash thank you so much, PM sent.

the biggest decider for me on which to go with was definately the price. 🙂 Thanks for all the great advice I am sure there will be more questions to come.

Got your PM. I will get a few goodies out.

Take Care

Fat

Tabacs are the way to go.. 3.50 to 5.00 a stick a nice midrange between the isla and java

I will probably go ahead and give the tabaks a shot but maybe once i get back stateside.

good decision. much more like a real cigar

Java is long filler Isla is not. So construction is really apples and oranges, but I've gone through a box of both and would buy Islas again not Javas. They have a tight draw and burned hot. Islas will finish hot however due to the short filler (get spongey too) but the price cant be beat. I liked the Isla better than DE legend too FWIW.

Tabac would be an interesting one, have not tried and those red eyes look interesting......too bad they aren't available in a corona gorda.

Cool, this just makes me excited for the Isla's that I have coming even more.

Yeah im really not a big infused an and if they didnt have the sweetened tip I would really dig them for a change up.

If your hooking buddies up that aren't big cigar fans these will be a hit fo sho!

believe it or not my wife smokes with me every once in a while and I am trying to figure out a nice one to keep around for her. I don't mind the infused every once in a while myself either.

Very cool! Gimbels wife Kimber likes the tabac's and islas. Good luck hope she likes em, much better than the CAO flavors.

I got a small sampler pack of the CAO flavors sitting in my box right now. havent gotten around to trying them but I am curious. I think they are going to be a bit much on the sweet side for me, but oh well.

The DE Java is damn good fun smoke. Often refer to it as smoking candy, they are that delish. Have not tried the Isla’s. The Tabak Negra is also good but a little different profile compared to the Java, heavier in coffee & spice but also with a sweetness on the palate. Though I've no had the LE Red Eye which is supposed to have more ligero in the blend.

Found the CAO Flavors to be hit-or-miss/inconsistent. The wife and a couple bartenders I help support like the Caramelo Joe, Eileen's Dream, and Bella Vanilla.

The Tatiana’s aren't a bad bang-for-buck infused smoke either. Have taken some Mocha’s and let them rest for a few months in a bag of espresso beans for some additional added flavor. Don't know how they compare to the Isla’s.

Good Luck - Enjoy... and Thank You for Your Service!