Size - 6 1/2 x 44
Shape - Lonsdale
Wrapper - Ecuador
Filler - Dom. Rep.
Binder - Dom. Rep.

Pretty rough appearance on this stick. One pronounced vein. Splotchy wrapper. It was firm with no soft spots.

First third - Initial draw had ample smoke. Primarily tobacco flavor but with a lot of complexity. Flavors were present which I couldn't quite put my finger on. Very smooth smoke leaving a creamy texture on the palate. The ash was quite flaky and fell quickly. Quite spicy on the nose exhale. Some notes of a smooth and delicious cedar taste coming through.

Second third - Tobacco, cedar, and coffee flavors emerge. Staying very smooth with just a hint of mocha aftertaste. Picks up in strength of flavor near the end of the third. Strong aftertaste of tobacco and leather paired with the light mocha flavors.

Last third - Flavors continue to evolve in complexity and strength picks up. Still staying very smooth and delicious. Great burn and draw throughout.

A great smoke full of complexity. Recommended!

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Nice review and pics. VSG :-)
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Thanks for the review!!!

I've really enjoyed the VSGs that I've smoked.

I'm looking forward to trying this size.
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probably my favorite VSG and favorite smoke.

got me a box of them sitting in the humi right now.
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You are on a role today. Nice work on all of the reviews. :-)
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Great review of a great smoke...thanks!!

:-)
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Nice review, thanks. I had one of these a while back when Taboo offered a mixed sampler of their smokes and some premiums. It was great!
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I guess I have the proverbial palette of a goat... I have had quite a few VSGs and they just don't do it for me. I'm glad you guys like them though!!
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Thanks for the great review and pics. VSG's are one of the best!
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best of the VSGs ive smoked! nice review!
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Thanks for the review and pictures. I have enjoyed the ones that I have smoked.
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