The Amendola NYC Series “The Blade” is made at NYC’s oldest running cigar manufacturer, Martinez Cigars, for the Amendola Family Cigar Co. The cigar is actually part of a duel release. The other cigar is called “The Bat.” They are both named after the weapons used in West Side Story. If you buy a box of these cigars, you will get 10 of each of the blends to experience.
Blend Specifics
- Cigar Reviewed: Amendola NYC Series The Blade
- Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca
- Binder: Indonesian
- Filler: Dominican Republic and Nicaragua
- Size: 6 x 52
Blind Review Notes: Amendola NYC Series Blade
Appearance & Construction
The cigar appears to be a rustic crude and tooth looking pyramid tapered cigar. The body smells like new leather gloves, while the foot smells like cedar. The cigar is loosely packed with an even feel.
Flavor & Smoke Characteristics
The cigar has a loose cold draw with leather and spicy pepper on the breath.
First puff is raisins, toast, leather, and pepper. Leather cedar aroma is in the air. Fantastic smoke production. Cigar develops salty and briny nuances with a bold body feel. Very grippy on the tongue. There is also a toasted marshmallow nuance that makes a cameo every now and then. The retro hale is hot and leathery. Flaky ash build up. Slow burn, but doesn’t burn cool.
Second third is a full body experience of bonfires and leather. Its hot and smoky on palate with spice and savory notes on the backend. Stellar smoke production. The cigar could still burn cooler. Ash looks frail. Develops a chocolate cake nuance for much needed sweetness. I also begin to feel some nicotine strength even after eating a big meal. Aromas of chocolate, cedar, and leather in the air.
Last third sees no major changes or transitions. The flavor profile sort of mellows out to be honest. The heat maintenance is finally at a normal level and smoke production is still hefty. Ash is super flaky. Cigar does need a touch up, before it starts to go out. Disappointing, because the construction has been pretty good up until now. Cigar ends the same way it began- BOLD!
Conclusion
The Amendola NYC Series “The Blade” was a medium strength/full body smoke with a bold flavor. The vitola was also very enjoyable with decent construction. Though I didn’t find the experience jaw-dropping. I would have no problem suggesting you give the Amendola NYC Series “The Blade,” a try.