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Ratings
0-50         Don't waste your money
50-69       Below average.  May be a decent everyday smoke.
70-79       Above average.  Worth a try if the price is right.
80-89       Premium cigar.  Great smoke
90-100     The ultimate cigar.
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Country Code (CC):   
C=Cuba  CI=Canary Islands  CR=Costa Rica  D= Dominican
H=Honduras  N=Nicaragua  M=Mexico U=USA

Cigar being rated:     

    Size
Flavor
CC
Ratings

Rated by:
CAO Brazilia  Amazon
6.0" X 60
Full
N
94
JC
Comments:  Hands down the best cigar I've ever smoked. Dark, oily wrapper.  Perfect draw and impeccable construction. CAO has a winner in this one.
Bahia Robusto Maduro
5.0"X50
Full
CR
84
KC
Comments: Strong robust smoke. Nice construction. Hint of toasted nuts & expresso.
Estavan Cruz Short Cruz
4.0"X52
Full
D
87
JC
Comments: A great short smoke.  Full flavored.  Try this one.  One of my favorites.
A. Fuente Don Carlos Robusto
5.0"X50
Med
D
90
KC
Comments: Medium strength with with plenty of creamy coffee flavor. Impeccable   
                        construction.  Loved it.  Recommended.                 
Ashton VSG Illusion
6.5"X44
Full
D
88
JC
Comments: Highly recommended.  Full flavored. A little on the expensive side.
CAO L'Anniversaire Cameroon-Robusto
5.0"X50
Med
N
86
JC
Comments: Loved it.!  Box-pressed and smooth.
CAO L'Anniversaire eXtreme Robusto
5.0"X50
Full
N
90
JC
Comments: A strong and flavorful cigar.  Will require some aging.  Recommended.
CAO L'Anniversaire eXtreme Robusto
5.0"X50
Full
N
82
KC
Comments: Full flavor. Very strong, almost overpowering. A little rough but good flavor.
                        Needs some aging.   
Mayorga Robusto Maduro
4.75"X50
Med
N
84
JC
Comments: High quality at an affordable price. This is a definite "Must Try".
Andros Corona Maduro
5.5"X46
Med
D
88
KC
Comments: Spicy and flavorful. Excellent construction.  Highly recommended.  Only
                        available in Maduro wrapper.
Perdomo Estate Seleccion Imperio
5.5"X48
Full
N
89
JC
Comments: Full-bodied but not over-powering.  A joy to smoke.  
Estavan Cruz Maduro Robusto
5.0"X50
Full
D
87
JC
Comments:  A very nice stick.  Even burn.  Tasty Maduro wrapper.  Recommended!
Macanudo Portofino
7.0"X34
Mild
D
69
JC
Comments: Tough draw. Too mild.  Can't recommend.
Perdomo Reserve Rosado
5.0"X54
5.0"X54
Med
N
84
JC
Comments:  A very nice cigar.  I love the shape. A classic.
Puros Indios Rothschild
5.0"X50
Med
H
83
JC
Comments: I liked this one. Burns slow and even.  Oily wrapper. Smooth and tasty.
Punch Punchito Perfecto
4.5"X50
Med
H
65
JC
Comments: A harsh and unpleasant cigar.  Avoid this one.
CAO L'Anniversaire
Cameroon- Belicoso
6.0"X54
Med
CR
88
JC
Comments: Simply a wonderful brand.  Highly recommended.
Flor De Oliva Grand Cameroon Churchill
7.0"X50
Med
N
86
JC
Comments: Inexpensive alternative to CAO.  Very enjoyable.  Box pressed.
Dos Rios Robusto
5.0"X50
Med
N
84
JC
Comments: I really like this one. With age it will only get better. Made by Perdomo.
Bahia Trinidad Robusto
5.0"X50
Med
N
79
JC
Comments: Box pressed.  Has a slight harshness. Not my favorite.
La Perla Habana Maduro Torpedo
6.25"X52
Med
D
85
JC
Comments: Nicely constructed.  Tasty maduro wrapper.  Try this one. You'll like it.
Maya Maduro Robusto
5.0"X50
Full
H
78
JC
Comments: Sit down while smoking this powerhouse.  Overpowering taste.
Mayorga Maduro Torpedo
6.0"X52
Med
N
86
JC
Comments: A good inexpensive cigar.  Box pressed.  Needs some humidor time.
Flor De Oliva Grand Maduro Churchill (Box-pressed)
7.0"X50
Med
N
85
JC
Comments: A great Maduro at a low price.  Smooth from start to finish. Even burn.
Napa Reserve Corona
5.75"X42
Med
CI
85
JC
Comments:  Wonderful cigar. Has many of the characteristics of a good Cuban.
CAO L'Anniversaire Maduro-Belicoso
6.0"X54
Med
N
88
JC
Comments:  Great tasting Maduro.  Smooth to the finish.  
Lone Wolf Signature Pyramid
6.0"X52
Med
D
68
JC
Comments:  Tasted like fresh lawn clippings. May get a little better with age.
Indian Tabac Super Fuerte Box-pressed Toro Maduro
6.0"X52
Full
H/N/CR
85
JC
Comments: A full flavored powerhouse. If you like intense flavor, this is the one.
La Tradicion Perdomo Reserve #2
5.0"X54
Med
N
86
JC
Comments: A very smooth cigar. You won't be disappointed!
Pinar 1958 Series B  
Pre-Embargo Cuban
5.0"X50
Med
CU/D
85
JC
Comments: Made from 50/50 mix of Cuban/Dominican filler.  Wonderful cigar.
Hoja Cubana XXO Tony Borhani Epicure
6.0"X50
Full
CR
83
JC
Comments: Very tasty full-bodied stick.  Even burn. Well constructed.
Punch Elite
5.25"X44
Med
H
82
JC
Comments: Good everyday smoke. Price is right.
La Luna LHB Robusto
5.0"X50
Med
U
80
JC
Comments:Good everyday smoke. Less than $1.00 each. Unbanded.
Indian Tabac Cameroon Legend Perfecto
5.0"X52
Med
D
85
JC
Comments:  Flawless construction and burn.  Perfect draw.  Beautiful cigar!!
Recommendations
Henry Clay Breva Conserva (5 1/2X42)-Very Spicy, full flavor..Only comes in Maduro wrapper...costs approx $3.50-5..Very rustic looking..Great taste..White ash..One of my favorite cigars..Keith Celia

Andros Corona or Robusto-Only available  as a bundle cigar..Blend consists of a "marriage" of Dominican: Piloto Cubano and Olor tobaccos with a zesty spicy Maduro wrapper..Aroma (in my opinion) is almost identical to an Ashton Cabinet VSG..Love it!..My favorite everyday smoke..Cost: approx 40 bucks per bundle of 25..Great value!...Keith Celia

Don Tomas Rothchild-(4 1/2X50)-Both Maduro and Natural wrappers are good..Very nutty taste!..Don't buy the Special Edition or International Selections..they aren't nearly as good as the regular line..Awesome construction..even burn..great finish..This was the first box of cigars I bought as a new smoker..Highly recommended In my opinion..Medium flavor.Very pleasant.Cost: approx $2.50-$3.50 a stick..Keith Celia

La Gloria Cubana Glorias-Nice Medium taste, good draw, Connecticut wrapper..Made in the USA..Inexpensive...Randy Oyaski