Gurkha - Class Regent
Length: 6.00
Ring Gauge: 50
Strength: Bold - Heavy
Wrapper: Havana 2000
Binder: Indonesian
Filler: Cuban Ligero, Dominican Piloto
In my last review I made mention that I ordered a ten pack of cigars from Cigars International. The review I’m posting now is for the other cigar in that pack. The Gurkha Regent.
I went through with the same precautions as always to try and get the most out of the cigar. The first thing I noticed about this cigar was its odd shape. The Gurkha Regent is square pressed, but is very thin on one side. It looks more rectangular than anything. The shape made for an odd feel in the hand, as well in the mouth. The shape took a little getting used to, but I never totally felt comfortable with it.
Right from the start this cigar just smelled amazing. The smoke lingering in the air was a treat. The smoke raising off the cigar was light but potent. The aroma filled the room while the smoke in the air stayed to a minimum.
The flavor of the cigar was a little disappointing. I didn’t have a single flavor change throughout the cigar. It slowly got stronger as I smoked it, but that was likely due to the smoke collecting at the tip of the cigar.
Throughout the entire cigar, it smoked very smooth. The only flavor I tasted was sort of an oak barrel type taste with a bit of spiciness. The spice was just enough to give me that tingle in the back of my throat and sinuses.
To sum up the review, I was disappointed by this one. I’ve been looking forward to smoking a Gurkha for some time now and this one just didn’t live up to the hype.
My score sheet can be reviewed below.
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Filed under: Stogie Reviews
Interesting that this cigar didn’t rate so well considering this is Gurkha’s #3 line of cigars after the Grand Reserve and Master Select lines.
Cigar Aficionado Rating = 89/100
I seem to associate Gurkha’s with good quality and such but that shouldn’t make everyone follow aficionado’s ratings like lemmings. Keep up the good work.
Just smoked my last one of these tonight.
Im really not into this cigar. It has a distinct taste that i cant put my finger on. I really think its one of those, love it or hate it sticks.
For me, i just hate it
I Agree with Walt, this cigar is one to pass on. It gives you a hint of sweetness when you first draw on it, but the heaviness does linger throughout. The odd shape bothered me as well. You feel like you’re smoking a cigar that got crushed and was half-assed reshaped into a square.
Couldn’t disagree more on many levels. My only guess is you smoked the, thin churchill, which doesn’t compare to the toro or, my favorite, the torpedo. The “odd” rectangular shape you refer to is what’s known as “box pressed,” not a new practice or a feature unique to Gurkha. Anything but simple, this complex cigar starts off strong almost bitter. After the first inch it is incredibly smooth and rich, chocolaty and nutty. Well constructed with a perfect draw. An absolute delight and my favorite of the Gurkha line. rite of the Gurkha line so far.
It is interesting how a few years can change a brand, I got a great deal on a sampler and the regent was the best of the pack. I had the Toro and must agree with Sirvice that after a few puffs this cigar mellows quite nicely to offer a blend of balanced smoke and flavor. Don’t pass up this cigar, at least give one a try!