Cigar Weekly

CJ3 · 09-25-2006, 10:18 AM

Prologue:

I’ll see your

RyJ review and raise you one NC! Now, I know what you’re thinking, “Geeezzz, that crazy $2 cigar guy has really lost it!” How can an RyJ qualify as a $2.00 cigar? Well, thanks to some of JR’s catalog deals, and some creative accounting, it can! I purchased a 25 count box of RyJ “Lancero’s” from the July/August catalog for $68.50. Now wait, you say, that’s $2.75 per cigar, and that’s without shipping! Hold on…Hold on….

Now, here’s the catch. The JR deal included a 12 count sampler free (with just S&H added). So, at a total of $73.75, including the shipping, for 37 cigars, that’s $1.99 per stick, almost exactly $2.00 per cigar! How’s that for the new math, huh? The “freebie” samplers were no slouches either, and certainly qualify to be counted into my net per cigar cost!

PRE-SMOKE:

Appearance and Construction: Score: 4 out of 5
Burn: Score: 4 out of 5
Draw: Score: 4 out of 5
Aroma: Score: 4 out of 5

Pre-Smoke Comments:

My RyJ 1875 Lancero was a 6.5 inch, 40 ring gauge, medium brown beauty, sporting a slightly coarse, and pimpled wrapper. A fine, straight, corona with a firm bunch and a slight give evenly along the length of the cigar. Sorta’ like a brown “dart” aimed right for my taste-buds!

A subtle, fragrant, aroma accompanies an easy pre-light draw that is just on the tight side of perfect. Just about what you’d expect from such a thin panatella. Generally not my first choice, as I prefer the Bully, but the relative affordability of the Lancero size sealed the deal for me when I ordered.

SMOKE:

Flavor: Score: 8 out of 10
Taste/Aftertaste: Score: 8 out of 10

Smoke Comments:

The smoke is deliciously fragrant and full, yet solidly medium-bodied. It’s almost like you’re “chewing” on the smoke with each puff. As though the flavor has a “texture” and depth to it. Fantastic blending for a domestic cigar, IMHO.

About halfway through my sample Lancero, the strength increases appropriately, as one might expect. However, the subtle spice and rich tobacco flavors are not overpowered at all. The cigar continues smooth and tasty right to the end!

SUMMARY:

Overall Quality: Score: 8 out of 10

Summary Comments:

What’s there to say about an RyJ 1875? A wonderful blend for those who like a medium bodied smoke with some subtleties and character in the flavor profile. That, and it’s all bound up in an undoubtedly medium bodied smoke that’s never bitter or harsh.

Is it the best NC cigar that $2 USD retail can (legally) buy? Well, if not, then it’s pretty damn close. Certainly, it’s a perfect illustration of what’s available to the bargain conscious, and patient cigar buyer!

FINAL RATING: 40 – 4 1/2 Stars, Outstanding

JulietasRomeo · 09-25-2006, 11:24 AM

Great review! I'll just say for NC RyJ Lanceros, these snd thr Reserva Real Lanceros are my favorite. I generally like to swing towards the Churchills. I will admit though (especially for the price), you don't want to pass this one up.

MM · 09-26-2006, 10:36 AM

Thanks for the review! I have enjoyed your posts a lot, keep them coming. You are a man with a mission, and it is a good mission ... Aren't we all searching the good 2$ smoke to keep us going when we don't feel like smoking the $$$ cigars we usually write about?

CJ3 · 09-26-2006, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MM

Thanks for the review! I have enjoyed your posts a lot, keep them coming. You are a man with a mission, and it is a good mission ... Aren't we all searching the good 2$ smoke to keep us going when we don't feel like smoking the $$$ cigars we usually write about?

Thanks for the support, and the kind comments. I continue to fight the good fight! Here's a teaser about what's on deck:

RP CT
5 Vegas Gold
Counterfeit Cuban Epicure

and keep your fingers crossed that maybe the NEXT JR catalog will provide me with even more fodder!

H311oLHD · 09-26-2006, 11:26 AM

Great review! Now you've got me wanting some....and I cant find a 5er anywhere

Anyways, enjoy them!

mosier · 09-26-2006, 07:36 PM

Great review

Now I have to make a trip to JR's and get a few singles.

Cheers,
Jeff

stevenvv · 10-04-2006, 04:44 PM

Great review Carl looks like I'll be picking up a few of these to try, I've been yearning to get into the thinner cigars lately after scoring a bundle of the La Luna Lanceros from Gael a while back.

09-25-2006, 10:18 AM	#1
CJ3 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: The hell called New York State Posts: 2,899	Romeo y Julieta Lancero - $1.99 net per cigar Prologue: I’ll see your RyJ review and raise you one NC! Now, I know what you’re thinking, “Geeezzz, that crazy $2 cigar guy has really lost it!” How can an RyJ qualify as a $2.00 cigar? Well, thanks to some of JR’s catalog deals, and some creative accounting, it can! I purchased a 25 count box of RyJ “Lancero’s” from the July/August catalog for $68.50. Now wait, you say, that’s $2.75 per cigar, and that’s without shipping! Hold on…Hold on…. Now, here’s the catch. The JR deal included a 12 count sampler free (with just S&H added). So, at a total of $73.75, including the shipping, for 37 cigars, that’s $1.99 per stick, almost exactly $2.00 per cigar! How’s that for the new math, huh? The “freebie” samplers were no slouches either, and certainly qualify to be counted into my net per cigar cost! PRE-SMOKE: Appearance and Construction: Score: 4 out of 5 Burn: Score: 4 out of 5 Draw: Score: 4 out of 5 Aroma: Score: 4 out of 5 Pre-Smoke Comments: My RyJ 1875 Lancero was a 6.5 inch, 40 ring gauge, medium brown beauty, sporting a slightly coarse, and pimpled wrapper. A fine, straight, corona with a firm bunch and a slight give evenly along the length of the cigar. Sorta’ like a brown “dart” aimed right for my taste-buds! A subtle, fragrant, aroma accompanies an easy pre-light draw that is just on the tight side of perfect. Just about what you’d expect from such a thin panatella. Generally not my first choice, as I prefer the Bully, but the relative affordability of the Lancero size sealed the deal for me when I ordered. SMOKE: Flavor: Score: 8 out of 10 Taste/Aftertaste: Score: 8 out of 10 Smoke Comments: The smoke is deliciously fragrant and full, yet solidly medium-bodied. It’s almost like you’re “chewing” on the smoke with each puff. As though the flavor has a “texture” and depth to it. Fantastic blending for a domestic cigar, IMHO. About halfway through my sample Lancero, the strength increases appropriately, as one might expect. However, the subtle spice and rich tobacco flavors are not overpowered at all. The cigar continues smooth and tasty right to the end! SUMMARY: Overall Quality: Score: 8 out of 10 Summary Comments: What’s there to say about an RyJ 1875? A wonderful blend for those who like a medium bodied smoke with some subtleties and character in the flavor profile. That, and it’s all bound up in an undoubtedly medium bodied smoke that’s never bitter or harsh. Is it the best NC cigar that $2 USD retail can (legally) buy? Well, if not, then it’s pretty damn close. Certainly, it’s a perfect illustration of what’s available to the bargain conscious, and patient cigar buyer! FINAL RATING: 40 – 4 1/2 Stars, Outstanding __________________ Charter Member, MCLC Making others green with envy

09-26-2006, 10:36 AM	#3
MM Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Helsinki, Finland Posts: 992	Thanks for the review! I have enjoyed your posts a lot, keep them coming. You are a man with a mission, and it is a good mission ... Aren't we all searching the good 2$ smoke to keep us going when we don't feel like smoking the $$$ cigars we usually write about? __________________ - MM

09-25-2006, 11:24 AM	#2
JulietasRomeo Herf Meister Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Lakeland, FL Posts: 5,336	Great review! I'll just say for NC RyJ Lanceros, these snd thr Reserva Real Lanceros are my favorite. I generally like to swing towards the Churchills. I will admit though (especially for the price), you don't want to pass this one up.

09-26-2006, 11:26 AM	#5
H311oLHD Herf Meister Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Schaumburg, IL Posts: 8,248	Great review! Now you've got me wanting some....and I cant find a 5er anywhere Anyways, enjoy them!

09-26-2006, 07:36 PM	#6
mosier Club Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New York, NY Posts: 1,013	Great review Now I have to make a trip to JR's and get a few singles. Cheers, Jeff

10-04-2006, 04:44 PM	#7
stevenvv Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan USA Posts: 550	Great review Carl looks like I'll be picking up a few of these to try, I've been yearning to get into the thinner cigars lately after scoring a bundle of the La Luna Lanceros from Gael a while back.