While down at the Havana Smoke Out sponsored by the wonderful folks at The Midwest Cigar Summit, I was given a 3-pack sampler of the Cuba Aliados Fuerte Media Corona. Three days later they are all gone. This was one of the finest constructed smokes that I have fired up in awhile. This is my new favorite for the summer.

The Cuba Aliados Fuerte Media Corona measures a modest 5.5 x 44. It is tightly constructed with Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers. It is finished with a Nicaraguan Corojo wrapper. This slow burning blend has a light toast flavor with hints of cedar. Oh so good! It is extremely easy on the palate and a perfect smoke for 18-holes of golf or just hanging out at the pool. The Cuba Aliados lit easily and had a smooth draw. It held a two inch ash before falling. This corona size cigar lasted for well over an hour. As soon as it was out, I wanted to fire up another one. These beauties come in a box of 20 for just under $70. For less than four bucks a stick, it is a must have for any humidor. I was very impressed by this gem that I contacted the Reyes Family to bring some into CigarMonkey, Inc. I should have them shortly along with The Reyes Family Premier.

Wow! What a wonderful smoke and very worthy of a Golden Monkey Award. I can't wait to get them in!

MonkeyDan Rating: 93