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Diesel

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Diesel. Shaq diesel. 

The original cigar that started a titan of the industry. Blended in Esteli, Nicaragua by master of all-things-cigar A.J. Fernandez, Diesel utilizes bold Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper leaves, and Nicaraguan long-fillers grown in the jet black, volcanic soils of Nicaragua. Originally offered in just the original, stout “Unholy Cocktail” blend, Diesel has been expanded upon since to add two more regular blends. Whichever one you choose, rest assured you’ve found an absolute winner. 

A rare breed, this off-centered handmade is the cigar equivalent of a thick, juicy porterhouse. Crafted with the finest choice Nicaraguan tobaccos, Diesel’s geographical background is evident from first puff — layers and layers of thick spice come through on every puff, layered with natural tobacco sweetness, leather, and dark earthy notes. It’s a premium treat, priced at everyday friendly prices… in short, Diesel is an absolute no-brainer. 

Note: The original Diesel blend is also available in a special 6"x60 Double Perfecto. This full-throttle blend is rolled in limited quantities and is offered only in packs of 15 or packs of 5.

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Profile
Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Corona (5.0"x42)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$40.00
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$32.99
Profile
Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Double Perfecto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Double Perfecto (6.0"x60)
Pack of 15
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$192.45
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$124.99
Profile
Shape
Double Perfecto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Double Perfecto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Double Perfecto (6.0"x60)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$64.15
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$52.99
Profile
Shape
Double Perfecto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Robusto (5.0"x52)
Box of 24
In Stock
$207.60
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$134.99
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Robusto (5.0"x52)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$43.25
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$35.99
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Gordo
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Shorty Ltd. (Gordo) (4.5"x60)
Box of 24
In Stock
$215.52
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$139.99
Profile
Shape
Gordo
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Gordo
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Shorty Ltd. (Gordo) (4.5"x60)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$44.90
| save $6.91 15% off
$37.99
Profile
Shape
Gordo
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Belicoso
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Unholy Cocktail (torpedo) (Belicoso) (5.0"x56)
Box of 30
In Stock
$222.90
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$144.99
Profile
Shape
Belicoso
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Belicoso
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
Unholy Cocktail (torpedo) (Belicoso) (5.0"x56)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$37.15
| save $5.16 14% off
$31.99
Profile
Shape
Belicoso
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Origin
Nicaragua
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Filler
Nicaraguan
Sweet
False
overall rating 4.73 out of 5 True { } True { } True { } Based on 1667 Ratings
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4 out of 5
Nice draw
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5 out of 5
My favorite cigar.
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4 out of 5
Inconsistent draw from cigar to cigar due to the roll I guess. Still the best cigar for full flavor and pepper. Its all I smoke.
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4 out of 5
Good cigar at a great price.
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5 out of 5
Very good smoke
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Very good smoke
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4 out of 5
Great cigar
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5 out of 5
Dark,oily,strong and soooo flavorful!
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5 out of 5
Love the taste.
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4 out of 5
Good burn little to strong for me
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5 out of 5
Great cigar reasonably priced great flavor
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Great cigar
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4 out of 5
Decent
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5 out of 5
These are one of my go to sticks. Great flavor, even burn and just smooth.
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5 out of 5
Great cigar, nice even burn, flavorful and always my go to cigar. A fine morning start up smoke as well as enjoyable in the evening. . Always very pleased with these.
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5 out of 5
Excellent Smithers
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5 out of 5
This has been my go to cigar for a long time. It has the most consistent construction, burn and taste of any cigar I've enjoyed. It goes well with Scotch, beer, coffee or whatever. If you like a stronger cigar with a deep, rich taste and plenty of smoke, you'll enjoy an Unholy Cocktail.
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5 out of 5
Great chew
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4 out of 5
Consistantly well made
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4 out of 5
Decent stick but not my favorite. Good burn, lots of smoke, but for me I find it one-dimensional. I would prefer if it had some different notes, but maybe it's just me.
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5 out of 5
One of my favorite cigars. Always a good smoke. Most all burn well. I have had a few burn bad. Overall they are great for the box price.
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5 out of 5
This has been my "Go To" cigar for many years. This is an excellent cigar with a strong flavor. They are remarkably well crafted for a mid price cigar. It is very rare to have one with a bad draw or uneven burn. Bang for your Buck to say the least.
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5 out of 5
It a reasonably priced cigar coming in a box of 30. Don’t like the super dark wrapper fool you, it is not harsh. The smoke is leaning towards full with an even ash. One of the things I really like about it is that it doesn’t unwrap while riding my motorcycle! I can enjoy a good smoke while cruising the highway.
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4 out of 5
I’ve smoked cigars and pipes since I was 19 years old and I’m 30 now. Diesel was one of the first stogies I ever tried and has been a favorite since the first one. I bought a box of unholy cocktails recently and they are still winners, the flavor is consistent with what I’ve had in the past. However, I remember them burning very uniformly and the 5 I’ve smoked since getting my box of them a couple weeks ago burn wildly crooked and tunnel in. I’m often relighting to even out the burn, which isn’t a deal breaker but takes away from the experience for me a little. I don’t know if the ones I got were rolled by novices or what. Even so, they are outstanding stoagies.
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5 out of 5
Great go to smoke every time. Burns nice, slow but dependable cigar. One of my favorites
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5 out of 5
Very surprising smoke. I got it as part of a sampler. When I smoke some room out of my humidors I will be buying a box. Great quick smoke when you don’t have time for a bigger one.
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5 out of 5
Smooth burns evenly for me a very good cigar
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5 out of 5
This is my all-time everyday smoke. I've had a lot of others but year after year this is the one I stick with. Just a good flavor, burn and overall enjoyable smoke whenever I want one. . .
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4 out of 5
Nice and strong however dried out which had an effect on the taste. Making it taste a little old
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5 out of 5
Fantastic smoke that you can’t go wrong with. A very well made cigar with a smooth draw.
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5 out of 5
The best
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5 out of 5
Shipped fast ordered and received in days
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5 out of 5
Great smokes. . . thanks. . .
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5 out of 5
Can’t go wrong with any A J , they are all good!
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5 out of 5
Total enjoyment special package my favorite smoke
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5 out of 5
One of my favorite daily smokes. Good stuff
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5 out of 5
Another one of my favorites on my list.
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4 out of 5
Full flavor, luxurious smoke and a nice draw. The only issue has been even burn.
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5 out of 5
The unholy cocktail has become my new favorite cigar! An even and consistent burn with a great flavor!
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5 out of 5
I think this is one of there best I have had!! It smokes very smooth, great taste with bourbons or wines!!
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5 out of 5
Great smoke
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5 out of 5
Great body and burn.
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4 out of 5
Good
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5 out of 5
This cigar has become my all time favorite. I feel the strength rating is a bit high for this cigar. I find it be more in the medium range. Certainly not in the category of a double Maduro. This cigar is clean burning and a pleasure on the palette. This will be my go to cigar in the future!
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5 out of 5
I enjoyed these. Just wish I got them a little longer
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Just good taste
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5 out of 5
A fantastic blend but I would like this cagar in a slightly longer presentation
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5 out of 5
Perfect quick smoke if you like strong Nicaraguan cigars.
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5 out of 5
Full flavor & smooth & peppery start. the only cigar I've found with these 3 features. I usually buy the Shorty and the Robusto is just a shorter length of time smoke.
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4 out of 5
A nice quick afternoon cigar
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Brandon S

Diesel VS. Tatuaje Havava VI

Brandon S

By popular demand I’m switching up my normal mantra of reviewing a cigar and giving it my personal rating…for this round I’ve decided to review 2 CIGARS! That’s right gents…side by side comparison of two truly boutique blends – The Diesel Unholy Cocktail vs. Tatuaje Havana VI. Both of these blends have received high praise from consumers since they hit the market and well, I’m gonna see how they stack up against each other…mano y mano – or I guess it would be cigaro y cigaro.

First, I’ll select the vitolas for this matchup:

DIESEL – No brain power necessary for this one. Only comes in one size, dubbed the Unholy Cocktail – it’s a stout 5x56 belicoso that comes packed in a box of 30.

HAVANA VI – This selection took some consideration. There are 2 sizes that share similarities to the Diesel Unholy Cocktail. There’s the Gorditos - a 5.5x56 standard parejo that’s slightly longer with the same ring gauge OR, the Artistas - a 6.25x52 Torpedo that shares the same shape as the Diesel. Hmmm…I’m going to go with the Gorditos.
 

                Next, the wrapper and the blends:

DIESEL – Blended by Abdel Fernandez in Nicaragua, the Diesel is constructed with top-notch Nicaraguan long-fillers and finished with a gorgeous Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. Once only utilized as a binder or for filler tobaccos, the PA Broadleaf is becoming increasingly popular among manufacturers for use as a wrapper. It yields a spicy yet sweet character that true maduro wrappers are known for and an extra layer of power to boot.

HAVANA VI – Tatuaje’s Havana VI is a Nicaraguan Puro meaning that the entire cigar is made from tobacco grown in Nicaragua. It utilizes a Nicaraguan Corojo 99 wrapper and is manufactured by Pepin Garcia in his shiny new Nicaraguan factory.

                Third, the flavor and body:

DIESEL – I’ll admit, I’ve burned literally dozens of these since they were released, and every time I am greeted with a medium-full bodied experience that is nothing short of uber-complex. There is a spiciness on the front of the palate and a nice peppery yet sweet finish that keeps me coming back for more. As the cigar develops it tops out with one heck of a full-bodied crescendo.

HAVANA VI – I’ve had a few of these in my time in various shapes and sizes. The Nicaraguan tobaccos really shine through on this blend giving it the trademark Cuban-esque flavor that Pepin has come to be known for.

                And Finally – Price:

DIESEL – Pricing for this cigar goes above and beyond the call of duty in my opinion. Available for around $3 per stick…the price of a cup of coffee at your swankier joints – it’s a no-brainer to at least test a few out.

HAVANA VI – This line is a little more ‘spensive than the Diesel. Suggested retail on the particular vitola for this review is $7.50. But, looking at the other cigars that Tatuaje offers I guess the Havana VI would be considered their “budget” line.

                To cap off this review, I must say that looking at these two truly Boutique blends, you can’t go wrong with either of them. But when it comes down to it, I’m tilting my hand in favor of the Diesel Unholy Cocktail. Is it price? Maybe...  After burning through a 5-pack of each for this review I find the Unholy Cocktail to be a more unique and enjoyable experience and the Havana VI to be similar to cigars that you can find at a lower price point. Now I may get chastised for that last sentence since Tatuaje has a die-hard following that would likely view my opinion as blasphemy but I’m not saying that the Havana VI is a bad blend at all. I’ve enjoyed every one that I’ve had. All I’m saying is I liked the Diesel a little more…that’s all!!!

Steve R

Diesel

Steve R

The weather is changing and I love it. The days have been hitting mid to high 70s, allowing ample time for work - which warrants a cold reward (read: beer) in the end, while daylight still allows enough time for a nice cigar. Lately, I’ve been hooked on one full-bodied combination: a big 22oz bottle of Stone Russian Imperial Stout paired with the new, Nicaraguan-made Diesel. Believe me when I say it....a match made in heaven.

Diesel is new to the market and due to hit our docks very soon. It is hand-crafted in Nicaragua and made in just one size: a stout 5”x56 Torpedo called the ‘Unholy Cocktail.’ I like the name but have to disagree....this cigar is indeed holy, and has made me ever thankful for the fruits of well blended, full-bodied tobaccos.

What makes Diesel truly unique is its use of a rare Broadleaf maduro wrapper from Pennsylvania. The PA Broadleaf wrapper is used by just a few makers - most notably Rocky Patel - and offers a rich and chewy flavor that’s true to the maduro name. This leaf is exceptionally thick and oily, and represents a perfect complement to the bold tobaccos within. These long-leaf tobaccos are Cuban-seed ligeros grown in Nicaragua.

The cigar is heavy in the hand and just plain dense. Not a soft spot to be found anywhere throughout this generous frame. The prelight aroma has a slight barnyard influence and rich sweetness. The thick ring takes some time to light with a soft flame, but it’s worth the wait. This cigar is worthy of a slowdown period.

Diesel opens with a warm toastiness and subtle spices on the exhale. The spices are much more prevalent through the nose - be careful. The aroma is rich and oily, filling the room with a robust charcoal aroma via thick clouds of heavy, gray smoke. The smoke is velvety, creating a chewy character that sits heavily on the palate. I pick up a dense, earthy core followed by a long series of spicy-sweet nuances. Midway through, the full-bodied nature of these tobaccos kicks in. I also take note of a sweet oakiness. The finish is long and robust. A hint of cedar develops after each puff, challenging the spicy aftertaste, but gracefully loses. The earthiness grows more intense and the aroma becomes quite zesty as I approach the final third. My head is swimming, but I can’t get enough of these dark flavors. Just when I start thinking the cigar can’t possibly become more robust - about the 3/4 mark - the smoke mellows, allowing me to fully appreciate the rich core of earth and black tobacco goodness. I feel like it’s toying with me....tempting me to light up another.

For those interested, some notes on the beer itself. Stone Russian Imperial Stout is my current favorite when it comes to big beers. ‘Big beer’ is a term used for high alcohol content brews. The Russian Imperial Stout weighs in at a hefty 10.5% - that’s borderline hallucinogenic! However, the micro-brew is purely stout. It’s thick as mud and black as night, producing a thick, creamy froth that looks like a chocolate shake. The flavor is dark and chocolatey, with heavy roasted notes and a coffee grind influence. There’s some oakiness in there, and a strong sweetness on the finish. There’s a ton of hops, but the bitterness is masked by the heavy roasted notes. It goes down easy, especially compared to most big beers, but it must be savored slowly. Russian Imperial Stout packs a lot of heat (strength) and it will be felt before the bottle is finished....I notice it before pouring the balance into my pint glass. All you need is one, and it’ll be tough to resist opening a second, but for the sake of continuing your evening, I suggest you quit while you’re ahead.

Without its companion, Diesel is delicious and I highly recommend it. If you’re on the prowl for a satisfying, full-bodied, and full-flavored handmade....you won’t be sorry. If you dare to try the two together, make sure your evening is free of chores and responsibilities. Upon completion, you’ll want to make a b-line to the couch to watch my Phillies hit homeruns like over-aged man-children in the Little League World Series.