Review Notes: I sell cigars and I find that most smokers with casual experience think this stick would knock you silly just because it's black! Say it ain't so...Because it ain't! Simply put, this is one smooth smoke. It's so balanced, there aren't any big "one-notes" to the taste which belies that it is medium to medium-strong stick. You think it's milder than it is, thus the trick is to draw slow and keep it in you mouth a bit. Just slow it down and enjoy. Very little aftertaste compared to most medium to med-strong cigars. Between the tubes and a good humidor it could stay soft and fresh indefinitely. Bottom line: This cigar is very good and should be in your rotation, don't miss it.