Liga Privada No9 ‘Flying Pig’ - Cigar Asylum Cigar Forum

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In march of 2011 we have reviewed Liga Privada T52 ‘Flying Pig’ and now it is time to photograph and smoke its “twin brother” – Liga Privada No9 ‘Flying Pig.’ Although both T52 and No9 are quality products, for some reason folks subscribe to one or the other, not necessarily both. Personally, my preference goes toward the latter. I have tried T52 in different vitolas but I do find myself reaching for No9 99% of the time. My “poison” is No9 toro and I can smoke those back to back, and some. Let’s get back to the ‘piggy‘, shall we ?

Visually, there was not much difference between No9 and T52. Same size, same format, same super fancy pigtail, tightly packed. Wrapper’s texture however was very different. T52 was known to be very toothy where No9 felt and looked “silky smooth.” Lots of oils with no visible veins nor seams. After clipping the pigtail and lighting the cigar, excellent draw. Considering large ring gauge and tightly packed tobacco, I’m always amazed at how good of a draw one can experience while smoking Flying Pig. In flavor department, notes of wood / cedar at the beginning with touch of chocolate / sweetness in the middle and toward the end. Very small amount of spice, almost undetectable, in my personal experience. Burn, ash, amount of smoke … nearly perfection. Liga Privada No9, flying pig or parejo, is The “Chu Chu Train” of the cigar industry. This cigar produces so much smoke that sometimes it is overwhelming. From photography perspective, as you can see below, this is the ultimate “model.”

If you enjoy Liga Privada No9, the ‘Flying Pig’ should be up your alley as well. The unique format should add that extra excitement to the overall experience. Personally, I will continue to enjoy both No9 and T52 piggys in my rotation but my disposable cash will most likely go toward parejo vitolas.

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Interesting review, I'm surprised at the smoke production.
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Beautiful pics Jay. You definitely have a great talent with photography.
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Thanks for the review! Pictures are fantabulous!
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I have yet to find one, they are beautiful though!
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I've got a couple T52 pigs in my humi. Haven't tried them yet and hope to change that soon.
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I love the #9 piggy!!!
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Nice review. I've always thought that all of the Liga Privada smoke like an old steam engine. I have not seen anything like it.
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The LP 9 Piggy is one of my top cigars. Bar none.Thanks for the review.
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How long of a smoke is it? I'm looking for a quick (say 30 minute) smoke for after my 12 hour shifts. Either way,looks and sounds tasty. I'll have to pick some up!
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Originally Posted by Hippiebrian:
How long of a smoke is it? I'm looking for a quick (say 30 minute) smoke for after my 12 hour shifts. Either way,looks and sounds tasty. I'll have to pick some up!

This is not a cigar I would recommend for a quick smoke. Mine usually last about an hour and at $12 a stick I would not want to rush it!!!
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Originally Posted by Ogre:
This is not a cigar I would recommend for a quick smoke. Mine usually last about an hour and at $12 a stick I would not want to rush it!!!

Thanks for the quick response! I still want to pick some of these up, and will save them for when I have some time to enjoy them!
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Good luck finding them. They are in high demand and limited quantities.
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Great Pics and review! I'm on the hunt for a pig now!! :-)
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Good review and fantastic photography. I didn't like these much but smoked them within a week of getting a couple so maybe they were not rested properly
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Originally Posted by heavyd:
Good review and fantastic photography. I didn't like these much but smoked them within a week of getting a couple so maybe they were not rested properly

They are smoking good now after months of rest !
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