Review Notes: I've been smoking cigars for about two years and I am just finally getting around to trying this cigar. I bought two at a local shop to try 'em out. The first thing I noticed is that they seemed small and fragile, and look quite veiny, the only attractive thing about the appearence was the perfecto shape. I clipped the end and light it up, the first thing I notice was that it burnt pretty cool for the small size. I struggled with the taste it seemed like I had tasted that before but milder. Then it hit me this cigar taste like a mild version of a Maria Guerro. The peppery smooth taste with a hint of sweetnes from the cameroon. I love Maria Guerreros, and this milder version just didn't satisfy me, plus the shorty story is just too short. I have to say that this cigar is way over rated, buy maria guerreros instead, better burn, better taste and better value. These are over rated. Don't get fooled into paying for the name.

Review Notes: I'll first use a disclaimer: I'm a newer smoker and I tend towards milder flavor cigars: Excalibur No I, Rocky Edge Lite, etc. So take my review with a grain of salt. However, I am always branching out I try new cigars weekly. Yesterday was the Short Story. First impression: construction was average. Little bits of unravelling wrapper near the head. Squeezing it, I found the stick to be very firm - almost rock hard. The smell was surprisingly bad - it reminded me of fertilizer. Pre-light draw was a medium. The "nipple" on the foot was a new thing for me but I liked it - it made lighting very easy. The light was quick and the burn was mostly even with little maintenance. The draw after light was medium-hard and it was difficult to get a full seal around the head because unravelling wrapper. The taste... stronger than I prefer however it was not overwhelming. I didn't detect any flavor note that I enjoyed, however that is a personal preference sort of thing. The body of the smoke was pretty good - I got a satisfying amount of smoke on each draw. I felt this was a stick that shouldn't be smoked too quickly - it seemed to get really hot after short puffs. When I slowed down, I was surprised at how long the little guy lasted - at least 45 minutes. Overall, not my kind of smoke - the flavor wasn't appealing and the smell was downright aweful - but I'm glad I tried it.

Review Notes: I gave this stick every chance. After 5 I believe I can say this is one of the worst smokes I have had. Pretty looking stick, but the burn was average, and the taste awful. Just had nothing special about it and I will not buy another.

Review Notes: To be truthful, it was a little disappointing. Good initial flavor and smoke but a tad bit harsh as I went through it.

Review Notes: After reading quite a bit about the Fuente Hemmingway cigars, so I decided to pick one up at a local store. I thought the cigar looked very good- love the nipple end. Nice dark brown wrapper, a fairly noticeable vein in the binder, and intresting large to smaller ring gauge- very nice looking cigar. The pre-light was fairly uneventful; no uncharacteristic or unexpected smells or tastes through the cigar. I was a bit shocked at the sweetness of the wrapper- not unpleasant, just not expected. The cigar had a deep, mellow taste - characteristic coffee and dark wood notes, and a deep, very faint caramel sweetness. I enjoyed this smoke a lot. The spice increased ever so slightly about 1/2" into the cigar. This little cigar had a high volume of tasty smoke. The draw was a bit tight, but not unsmokable by any means. The next one I smoke, because I am certain tio smoke more, I will cut with a larger opening to get a better draw. All in all, a tasty, brief smoke. Well worth the $4.50 or so I paid for the cigar.