Johnny O La Reina

[BramSmoker]

Picked up a sampler a while back and was so impressed I grabbed a bundle of La Reina. FOTT they looked great. Dry boxed for about 36hr and lit one up. Construction was impeccable. Easy draw, voluminous smoke, perfect burn that I never needed to touch up. Smoke was very smooth and easy to retro all the way to the end. Stronger nicotine than I expected and kind of caught me off guard. I wouldn't hesitate picking up a 5er to try. Top notch, as always!

[Sandman]

They are truly great cigars. The finish on them is long, rich and quite complex. I’ve smoked at least 10-15 in the past 2 weeks

[Pole Lock]

While they appear to smoke well right now, I bet they will be something else again with 5-10 years more on them.

[Sandman]

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While they appear to smoke well right now, I bet they will be something else again with 5-10 years more on them.
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Totally agree. These have the legs to go the distance.

[Pole Lock]

But can I keep my grubby mitts off of them?  That is the question.

[BramSmoker]

Same thing I'm wondering!  Might just order more to age.

[Sandman]

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But can I keep my grubby mitts off of them?  That is the question.
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That’s the problem, but I solved it by ordering more! Buried a couple bundles, and a couple to smoke now. They really are great cigars. That sweetness, richness and increasing strength makes for a wonderful combination.

[2skinny]

These truly are amazing. I don’t care what anyone else thinks, the La Reina are the best custom I’ve ever ordered. John has found the perfect niche.  These are excellent. 

[BramSmoker]

I'm glad to see others agree with me. Thought it was my imagination. Smart move is to pick up some more before they disappear. Aged these will really be amazing.

[JohnnyCigar]

I have not tried this particular cigar, but I have been impressed with all of Johnny’s EL cigars I have sampled.