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Paul Garmirian

Gourmet Series No. 1

Jan 13, 2025
6.8

Identity

CompanyPaul Garmirian, Inc.
BrandPaul Garmirian
LineGourmet Series
FactoryOccidental Cigar Factory

Specifications

Shape
Category
Vitola
Custom
Length
Ring Gauge
Strength
Color

Tobacco

Origin
Wrapper
Binder
Filler

Other

MSRP $15

Flavor Profile

A robust experience infused with black pepper and smokiness, highlighted by salty nuances in the draw.

Flavor Profile Last Updated
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Wrapper Scent

Aromatic barnyard hay scents from the wrapper.

Barnyard Hay

Cold Draw

Distinctive salty notes on the cold draw.

Salt

First Third

Intense black pepper and spice lead the first third.

Black Pepper

Spice

Smoke

1 Reviews

Jan 13, 2025 Review
6.8

OverviewThis cigar delivers a bold but monotonous experience dominated by black pepper and smokiness, with poor construction further detracting from the overall enjoyment.
Paid$33.6
AcquiredJan 13, 2025
SmokedJan 13, 2025
Start Time4:03 PM EST
End Time5:40 PM EST
Duration1h 37m
DrinksEspresso Martini, Coke Zero
FoodFritos

Profile

  • Wrapper: Barnyard hay aroma.
  • Cold Draw: Salty.
  • Construction: Poor, with the wrapper coming undone after cutting the cap.
  • First Two Thirds: Strong black pepper and spice dominate, with a smoky texture throughout.
  • Final Third: Not completed due to boredom and lack of engagement with the flavor profile.

General Notes

  • wrapper smells of barnyard hay
  • cold draw is salty
  • when i cut the cap the entire wrapper started coming undone at the top; bad construction it seems
  • initial draw kicks hard with pepper and spice
  • Not paying close attention to the cigar as I am working and talking to people
  • Smokey texture throughout
  • Black pepper throughout
  • didnt finish final third
  • got bored of it