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Gurkha Ancient Warrior Churchill Cigar Review
Written by Bobby Rica, Friday, 28, November 2008
Review
The domination of the Latin American cigar tradition continues with the entry of Brazil in the playing field. The Brazilian Gurkha brand brings about innovation in flavor, variety, and blends—with its Ancient Warrior line. The Gurkha Ancient Warrior, true to its name, presents a strong and noble blend fit for the brave and discriminating. Encased in a Brazilian wrapper of pronounced spice and depth, with the balanced strength of a Nicaraguan binder, and the rich creaminess of Dominican and Honduran fillers, the Ancient Warrior definitely boasts of superior flavor and experience. Excellence is the goal of Gurkha, and the Ancient Warrior is one of its weapons. Come and get familiar with the Brazilian art of war in strength of flavor and character—try an Ancient Warrior now.
Comments
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Greg McDermott
01 Dec 2008
07:32 (EST)Nice looking stick, mild and mellow at first but with a nasty harshness at the end. This has happened twice, that's enough proof for me.
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Gian Carlo Cuevas
01 Dec 2008
05:44 (EST)This is a medium to mild cigar. It has a full creamy cocoa taste but not consistently. There were times when I couldn't quite catch the taste and all I could get was something light and earthy. The burn was even for the most part and the draw was pretty good. I appreciate the dark wrapper and the fine construction. I've had better cigars for the same price but this is not bad at all. I wouldn't mind getting a box of these.
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Donny Rocket
01 Dec 2008
04:34 (EST)This is a very nice looking cigar. The construction is nice and even and gives an even burn that is always a good thing with any kind of cigar. The flavor isn't outstanding but I don't really expect much from a six-dollar cigar. The flavor is mild but enough to give me that creamy and mildly sweet taste that reminds me of my favorite caramel coffee that completes my Sunday mornings. This is ok for an everyday smoke. It is priced well, taste is ok, construction is good. I wouldn't finish it to the last inch because of that bitter taste towards the end but it's good appetizer.
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Jack Spanotzik
30 Nov 2008
03:33 (EST)For the sake of trying something different, the Torpedo is an adequate alternative for your smoking needs. However, for those craving for complex and dimensional cigars, pick out something else aside from this one. The straightforward and mild profile may turn off a couple of smokers, but it does rather well for what it is. Plus, it's a looker, which could lead some to not smoking the Torpedo. Then again, the smoke will do in case you want a new taste dancing inside your mouth
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James B. Birnie
30 Nov 2008
03:01 (EST)The Torpedo is what I would refer to as a complimentary smoke. After having enjoyed and exhausting your fervor for the best Cuban cigars the market has to offer, smoking this stogie is a pleasantly mild to medium surprise. The straight-shooting smoke featuring a creamy chocolate profile is very stimulating at the most (in a non-sexual way, I implore you). However, the flimsy nature of the cigar – its construction, burn, and weak characteristics – is difficult to overlook. Stocked in the middle of the pecking order, the Torpedo does mighty fine as a supporting role.
