Cigar Reviewed:Viaje Honey & Hand Grenades The Rapier

• Country of Origin: Honduras
• Factory: Fábrica de Tabacos Raíces Cubanas S. de R.L. (Raíces Cubanas)
• Wrapper: Nicaraguan Criollo
• Binder: Nicaragua
• Filler: Nicaragua
• Size: 6 1/2 Inches
• Ring Gauge: 44
• Vitola: Perfecto
• Date Released: September 2012
• Number of Cigars Released: 300 Boxes of 25 Cigars (7,500 Total Cigars)

The Viaje Honey & Hand Grenades is a sight to behold and will never be mistaken for another cigar on the market on looks alone. The first thing you notice is the bright, metallic red wrapping that covers the cigar from the bottom of the band to the end of the foot. Then, you notice the vitola, which is a cross between a Figurado and a Lonsdale with a pointed foot and round cap. The wrapper is a dark espresso brown color and is almost devoid of oil, but fairly smooth to the touch. It’s spongier than normal, but seems well rolled. The aroma off the wrapper is a combination of manure, barnyard and coffee.

The first third of the Viaje Honey & Hand Grenades starts off with a distinct flavor of wheat cereal, a dark chocolate, wood and a slight meatiness that adds some interest. There is a nice amount of sharp pepper on the retrohale and just a little spice on the lips — enough to notice — but not much more than that. Smoke production is above average and the burn and draw are excellent so far. Strength starts out at just under medium and is only getting stronger from there.

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