The HC Criollo is a bowl full of porridge that’s just right - not too full, not too mellow. Well-balanced and medium-bodied, HC Criollo features a dark and eye-catching Nicaraguan Shade Grown wrapper that's been aged for 5 long years. Jam-packed with Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos, chewy flavors of leather, nuts, and tobacco generously coat the palate.
Still need more encouragement? The HC Criollo received a well-deserved 91 rating noting: “Large and thick, this cigar draws well, though burns a touch unevenly. It’s nutty and woody with a salty, leathery note. Pleasant and consistent with no harshness or acidity.”
I have had this cigar many times in multiple vitolas. The Toro is the best.. Excellent smooth leather.. Sweet creamy texture with a touch of pepper. Good burn and draw. Have a box aging all the time..
5 out of 5
Great stick
Oct 04, 2019
I love this stick! Great smoke from first light to final exhale!
5 out of 5
Value
Feb 01, 2019
Great smokes for a great price.
I smoke a few premium cigars but when you fire up two a day the cost gets out of hand. These HC are smooth and tasty and don’t break the bank. So break away from the big brand names and show your friends you know cigars
5 out of 5
well made, great taste. Like
Dec 11, 2018
well made, great taste. Like other HC shapes
5 out of 5
Great burning cigar
Nov 26, 2018
Great burning cigar
4 out of 5
HC
Nov 21, 2018
I enjoyed these cigars, very flavorful, burned well. I would buy them again.
4 out of 5
A very pleasant smoke
Oct 07, 2018
Keeythe humidor well seasoned. They do dry quickly. Overall.... good: JB
3 out of 5
Criollo Churchill beats the Belicoso
Apr 21, 2018
I love the consistent unique flavour of the HC Series Criollo Churchill. So, when you were out of them, I tried the Belicoso and it doesn’t compare.
5 out of 5
HC Criollo Churchill
Feb 06, 2018
Very enjoyable and flavorful. Now one of my top five favorites. I highly recommend this one.
5 out of 5
HC Strong!
Nov 27, 2017
These babies are LOADED with flavor! Now, I'm not advanced enough to describe the flavor (nuts, cedar, toast, etc.) but I know a well flavored cigar and these vitolas fit the bill! Good construction, draw, and even burn. AND they have just a bit of a kick. I keep these in my humi on a regular basis. Thanks, CI for great service and great cigars!
5 out of 5
Real Solid Cigar
Nov 25, 2017
Great roll and clean burn. A little spicy but very smooth.
5 out of 5
HC Criollo Robusto
Nov 22, 2017
I enjoyed these cigars....had a full box....all of them were great.
Good Buy....
3 out of 5
Nicely constructed, with the flavor
Nov 21, 2017
Nicely constructed, with the flavor on the high side of medium. Dependable and even burn with few corrections. Nothing exceptional though. Would purchase again at a bargain price.
5 out of 5
This cigar is a great
Nov 20, 2017
This cigar is a great product
5 out of 5
Excellent cigar for the $$’s
Nov 18, 2017
Excellent cigar for the $$’s
4 out of 5
Nice 91rated
Oct 24, 2017
Nice medium to full flavored cigar.
5 out of 5
Great Smoke
Oct 19, 2017
This smoke was great. It has a good draw, long finish with a peppery after taste. I look forward to my next one.
5 out of 5
Great cigar, smooth draw and
Oct 01, 2017
Great cigar, smooth draw and good flavor
3 out of 5
Criollo Grande, Close, but not quite a top value
Sep 27, 2017
I would rate the Criollo Grand at mid scale over all. I found the draw to be a bit tight and not uniform from stick to stick. Properly humidified, the wrappers tend to be delicate and fragile with several splitting on me as soon as i clipped them. I most likely will not purchase them again as there are other options I enjoy more in the same price range. That being said, the Grande's little brothers "Belicoso, Toro & Robusto" have been a pleasure to enjoy. They will stay on my re-buy list.
4 out of 5
Price
Sep 24, 2017
I would buy the HC Series again
5 out of 5
great
Sep 23, 2017
great
5 out of 5
Great Cigar, and great deal with cutter
Sep 23, 2017
I found the HC's to be a relaxing smoke. The cigar had a great breath with a gentle after taste.
4 out of 5
Go to anytime cigar
Sep 22, 2017
Smoked one right off the truck. Mild/Med, slight sweet tobacco flavor with mild spice on the finish. Should only improve with time in the humidor. Highly recommended.
4 out of 5
they were better than I
Sep 22, 2017
they were better than I expected
4 out of 5
HC SERIES CRIOLLO ROBUSTO
Sep 22, 2017
Great everyday smoke with excellent taste, very enjoyable!!!
5 out of 5
Excellent Cigar
Sep 20, 2017
This stinker burns right.The draw is perfect along with taste.
4 out of 5
Nice and smooth
Sep 19, 2017
I solely bought these cigars to get the cutter. The cutter was cheaper if I ordered the cigars so no-brainer right. I was very happy that the cigars were also good. They are nice and smooth and burn perfectly. I will definitely order more of them. Great cigar for the price.
5 out of 5
Fantastic Smoke
Sep 19, 2017
Overall great smoke smooth from head to heel will by more
5 out of 5
I've Really Enjoyed My HC Series Criollo Belicoso
Sep 18, 2017
A great smoke and a great price too.
5 out of 5
Excellent
Sep 18, 2017
Excellent
5 out of 5
Pleasantly surprised
Sep 18, 2017
I have never ordered these cigars. I am very happy with my purchase. Great construction and burns for a very long time. Great taste for a medium to full cigar. Not overwhelming. A great value for such a solid cigar. Will buy again when I run out.
5 out of 5
GC
Sep 18, 2017
Great cigar
5 out of 5
Smooth and tasty
Sep 18, 2017
This was a smoke I purchased on the blind. I've bought other cigars the same way and have never ever been as pleasantly surprised.
With summer coming to a close and the days shortening I needed a 40 minute or less smoke,so I took a chance. I have five left and I'm saving them they are so good.
I tried to reorder but there were out of stock,I have my notifications posted
3 out of 5
Stronger Body
Sep 17, 2017
They were stronger than I anticipated.
5 out of 5
Great cigars
Sep 17, 2017
The H C are great cigars that burn excellent and maintain their flavor throughout the cigar
3 out of 5
Not worth the price to me.
Sep 16, 2017
Not a bad smoke but so many others out there that compare for a cheaper price.
5 out of 5
Great smoke
Sep 16, 2017
These cigars burn even, lots of flavor, on the strong side but were very enjoyable for my taste. First time smoking this cigar.
5 out of 5
good smoke
Sep 12, 2017
very good for the price. not a bad one in the bunch
5 out of 5
Great stick
Sep 12, 2017
My current number one. I bought these due to price and I'm happy to say I love them. My current number one go to smoke. Nice draw and excellent burn. I have one to my cigar buddy who smokes mostly Fuentes and he loved it too
5 out of 5
Excellent Choice
Sep 12, 2017
Quite possibly my new favorite in the HC line-up. If you are looking for a nice Big cigar, this is an excellent fat 60 ring smoke and the price is ridiculously low. Great medium bodied with a lot of flavor. Had a couple that didn't burn exactly even but no problems staying lit and good draw through a punch.
5 out of 5
Service and Delivery
Sep 11, 2017
I can always count on C.I. to quickly process and ship my order.
4 out of 5
A keeper for the rotation
Sep 07, 2017
A fine mild smoke with an easy draw and good smoke volume. Very satisfying -- I like to buy these 5-packs and keep a nice variety in the humidor.
4 out of 5
Criollo Robusto
Sep 06, 2017
Weak 4 star. Does not draw as well as others. Some sticks don't burn even... fillers uneven.
3 out of 5
Disappointing
Sep 05, 2017
Disappointed in this purchase. Hard to get a decent draw. Wont get again
5 out of 5
Great smoke
Sep 04, 2017
Enjoyed the taste and smoothness
5 out of 5
Great
Sep 04, 2017
Great burn smoke draw and flavor
4 out of 5
Don't pass up!
Sep 03, 2017
I love this cigar! I am a collector and I have a ton of cigars from all over! Believe me, it's hard to find a more enjoyable flavor in a cigar, along with a perfect slow burning cherry..its the perfect Intensity too! Woodsy with a little licorice and salt.. I had the Habano Colorado way before this one,,had declared it my favorite HC...it was close for awhile but this one just takes it!
And dare I mention the ridiculously low price! Shhhhhh
CI, keep the good deals coming! Always on time and great selection! Thanks
5 out of 5
Interesting flavor
Sep 02, 2017
This is a cigar that has an easy draw with a very easy burn. I only had to touch it up once when it burned a little unevenly once. The flavor is interesting. Its a middle of the road taste on first but has a pleasant aftertaste. It is rests easy over
time. a good cigar.
5 out of 5
Awesome
Jun 29, 2017
Very intriguing
5 out of 5
HC Criollo for Christmas
Jan 04, 2017
I shared a couple of the HC Criollo Toro's with friends for a Christmas celebration. Praises for great cigar.
5 out of 5
Great Stick
Nov 18, 2016
Excellent cigar, good burn,great flavor.
4 out of 5
Great Smoke to Keep, Great Smoke to Share
Oct 22, 2016
Purchased this box, and others, for my wedding. I was looking for a medium cigar first time smokers and BOTL can enjoy (and handle); and this was perfect. Sweet cedar, nutty taste with a balance of leather/earth peaking thru had the first time smokers talking and everyone enjoying.
2 out of 5
bolder next time
Oct 06, 2016
This cigar is very mild, too mild for me.
5 out of 5
HC is soooo underrated
Sep 12, 2016
Still one of the best smokes I've ever had. Firm, with a perfect draw, nice aromas and flavor, lots of smoke, gorgeous burn, and never stalls out. If only every cigar was like this!
5 out of 5
HC Series Criollo Belicoso
Sep 02, 2016
Based on enjoying the HC Series Criollo Toros, I got a box of the Belicosos. I like the slightly larger ring size and really like the torpedo-shaped head. I’m half-way throughout the box and have encountered only a few hard spots restricting the draw - each in the first or second third. The last third is always a real delight!
3 out of 5
OK, Hot with 1/3 to
Jun 13, 2016
OK, Hot with 1/3 to go.
5 out of 5
Great cigar !
Jun 01, 2016
If you are a "mild" cigar smoker, try this for a little more flavor ! Nice alternative without harshness.
5 out of 5
Excellent Cigar!!
May 22, 2016
I received this in a sampler and immediately ordered 2 boxes, definitely one of my favorite cigars. I get a wonderful anise and leather taste and a nice spice through the retrohale. I often pair my cigars with scotch, bourbon and tequila but with this I absolutely love it with a spicy bloody mary. Though an occasional touch-up might be needed it is still an excellent cigar.
3 out of 5
Not Bad
May 12, 2016
Had several cigars with big knotted pieces of tobacco that gave the cigar a bitter taste. The others were a nice smoke in the medium range.Usually have good luck with HC, not this box.
5 out of 5
Consistently Excellent.
May 02, 2016
Great smoke. Easy draw, great price. Consistently excellent.
5 out of 5
Rich
Apr 21, 2016
Great smoke ! Smooth, burns evenly and at a great price. My go to smoke now.
5 out of 5
Great cigar
Feb 01, 2016
A great example of the quality of all the HC Series Cigars. I love the tons of creamy, spicy smoke this cigar puts out. They are a lot better than most cigars costing a lot more. Grab some on one of CI's special promotions and give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
5 out of 5
Great Cigar
Oct 02, 2015
You guys keep putting up the best cigars for sale......keep it up
Dave Feltes
LeRoy, NY
4 out of 5
HC Series Criollo
Sep 16, 2015
Needed a new humidor, been wanting to try the "HC" collection. Picked up Humidor with 20 Cigars. Humidor was excellent quality. In fact its the first one I have bought that the lock and evferything functioned correctly. Cigars received "5 pack Crillo, 5 Pack Conneticut, 5 Pack Black, 5 Pack Habano Colorado. All Cigars were good Quality. For my tatste I enjoyed the Crillo the best. Like I said though all were good cigars. Esp when I got a 100ct humi and a box of gars too.
Customer Testimonials
This is my new Favorite stick! You guys don't need to worry about picking these up... leave them all for me! lol Seriously though, I love these!
CF of SAN JOSE, CA
The flavor improves the longer you smoke it, but it's a little too mild for me. Overall it's a good cigar and burns evenly.
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