A Seconds cigar from cigarsinternational, not the inked 2 in the photo. This is an enjoyable daily smoke that has yet to have any draw or burning issues in my experience.

The aroma is overall smooth and mild, not harsh or bitter to the nose. A strong herbal quality is enveloped with a darker sweet tone. Some other noticable scents are a dry, woodyness and some hints of a colorful spice. The scents mingle, meld & rise over each other throughout the smoke and provide some entertainment. It smells just as good idling in the tray or ledge as it does being puffed.

The taste is fairly mild as well, not peppery or harsh at all, but on the dry side and perhaps slightly sour, but not in a sweet-candy way. It has a definite leafy-earthy taste that lingers.

At $35 for 20, these are highly enjoyable despite the off-taste. It’s not a deal breaker to me since the taste is not strong and overpowering, but I can see this being an issue for others. The aroma will be something to look forward to and is well worth it.