Comments on: Gurkha – Class Regent

By: RTS

RTS — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 04:28:37 +0000

Picked up a five pack on CBid for 11.00. A little spice a little creamy-nice smoke. A little over two bucks for a 6.5 X 52 torpedo with some nice flavors-feels like a good deal to me Tried a single at a local BM for $9 bucks awhile back. For $9 it was a decent smoke–for $2 it was awesome.
Suddenly got the urge to throw in stand by your van

By: Matt

Matt — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 03:50:03 +0000

Smoking one now, listening to Sublime and crickets chirping on the front porch. I can’t say anything bad about this stick, aside from some canoeing at the onset, which a little spit fixed. It’s not remarkable by any stretch, either, just a good, solid smoke. Walt, I don’t hate it or love it, it’s just there. It’s just an unassuming cigar that is getting a bit more interesting as I get near the band. It seems every sampler has it’s prerequisite Gurkha, and the Regent is the one I got with this Black Friday CI order. I definitely wouldn’t go out of my way to pick up another one, but wouldn’t turn it down if one was handed to me.

By: Bruce

Bruce — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:26:14 +0000

Just had one of these tonight. Epic! Cubanesque leathery twang, with a little spice. I should note that mine had sat in the ‘dor for a couple of years, and I’ve found with other Gurkhas this is a BIG help. Great smoke though. Almost as good as the Titan, the only other Gurkha I’ve ever liked.

By: JimL

JimL — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 01:05:54 +0000

I see I’m the first review in almost a year. Just lit up mine for the first time and my eyes lit up immedately. Had to check online to see what others thought and when I saw this first few reviews I was amazed. I whole heartedly must agree with Sirvice and Nick on this one. Nice full body yet doesnt knock you on your butt like an Opus does. This carried me. I will agree with Walt that it does have a taste I can’t put my finger on. Probably a great smoke long forgotten about from years gone by. I won’t forget this time.

By: Nick

Nick — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:07:26 +0000

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!

By: Sirvice

Sirvice — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 08:30:47 +0000

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.

By: Ryan

Ryan — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 22:56:55 +0000

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.