Great Surprise------ REO by Rocky Patel Review

[tuneman07]

I just had to write a review of the REO after smoking my first one. I got a box of these a few weeks ago off Cbid simply because they were cheap and was a little worried because many here have not had the most favorable experience with this cigar. I was very pleasantly surprised by this excellent cigar especially at such a low price.
Construction was great and burn was perfect the whole way through with a very firm ash. I would call the draw (punch cut) a little on the loose side but the cigar burned very slow making for a surprisingly long lasting smoke. The flavor was incredibly smooth although I can definitely see some people calling it lacking. Nothing really jumps out although I picked up some cocoa and coffee from time to time throughout- or at least thats what I thought the flavor was. I just really enjoyed the smooth flavors coming from this cigar and definitely recommend it as a lighter smoke. Also I really like the band which has this sort of old school look to it. The colors remind me of the 50's or 60's and give it a real classic nice look. I ended up paying just over a dollar each for these and I would probably pay 5 for one for as good as this one was. Definite props to Rocky Patel for putting together such a good smoke for such a low price.

[boonedoggle]

Impressive review!

[yayson]

I've only had one but just received another. Both from generous BOTLs. I had no idea they were cheapies, it's a fine smoke and for the money you paid, a no brainer!

Flavor reminded me a bit of Juan Lopez Epicure no2 or a Sancho Panza Extra Fuerte fwiw

[guinsdan]

I've been meaning to try one. He made them with United Tobacco, and I love their 601 line. That's the EO in the REO name...

[gary106334]

Nice review. I got a couple of bundles from cbid two weeks ago and they are decent cigars for the price.

[mikeyj23]

Good review, tuneman - I've been meaning to pick one of these up since I'm a RP whore but the B&Ms around here don't carry them and I don't feel like buying a bundle on a whim. I thought it was interesting that you said the flavor was kind of flat cause I've found most RPs to be chock full of flavor. Live and learn.

[Tuxguy]

God review, I prefer the Vibe over the REO. Try one out

[Woogie]

Thanks for the review. I love Rocky Patels but I have yet to try a REO. I will have to look for some on CBID.

Woogie

[tuneman07]

I probably came off wrong saying it was lacking flavor, it just wasn't the most flavorful cigar in the world but I would say it had more flavor than most of the stogies I have smoked (mostly CAO). Also I got kinda lucky I think getting a box for 25 bucks or so. I think these usually retail for 50 or 60 bucks/box. Anyhoo, I'm glad you guys liked the review. I had to add my as REO gets such a bad wrap sometimes.

[Jechelman]

Thanks for the review. I have had a few of the Robustos and thought they were well made and tasty. An excellent value on Cbid.

Frank

[scoot]

Originally Posted by Tuxguy

God review, I prefer the Vibe over the REO. Try one out

[Iceman]

These are fantastic cigars. In my top 5.

[doctorcue]

Thanks for the review. I too really enjoy the REO. I think when comparing all of the offerings of cigars; we forget that sometimes a tasty & cheap cigar can be just as rewarding as an ultra-premium. I have good stock of these in the humi... they just can't be beat for the price.

[DWSC_Bob]

Nice review, no surprise here as we reviewed these on the show back in May and found them to be decent smokes, the REO as well.

[croatan]

I was surprised when I found out they were made by Rocky Patel because, well, they didn't taste bad (unlike every Rocky Patel I've smoked).

The Vibe I didn't like at all, but I'd smoke the Reo again.