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! Giveway !
Leave a comment (no rules) and be eligible for one 3-pack of God of Fire Serie B (robusto gordo). Deadline – 11:59pm EST on 12DEC. Random selection and announcement will take place on 13DEC. Perfect Holiday Gift !!!
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This week we are photographing and reviewing a God of Fire Serie B (robusto gordo 54), a product released through collaborative effort between Keith K. Park of Prometheus and Carlos Fuente Jr. Serie B will be available this holiday season in two vitolas: robusto gordo (54×5.5″ – $22 msrp) and gran toro (56×6″ – $24 msrp). Release quantity – 10,000 each. God Of Fire Serie B line, produced in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera A.Fuente y Cia, will come in two different blends.
GOF Serie B ‘Robusto Gordo 54’ is using an Ecuadorian Sun Grown wrapper. GOF Serie B ‘Gran Toro’ is using a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. We have released two Serie B vitolas for this holiday season. In 2012, we will be adding couple more sizes to the Serie B line. – Keith K. Park
Similarly to the God of Fire by Carlito 2007 review, the overall presentation of God of Fire Serie B ‘robusto gordo 54’ was near perfection. That goes for the box design, packaging and band story. There is a bit of a departure when it comes to cigar’s construction though. If I was to compare visual presentation and construction of the GOF Serie B (robusto gordo 54) to the GOF by Carlito 2007, I would identify the former as “bold / edgy” and the latter as “refined / smooth.” GOF Serie B ‘robusto gordo 54’, as stated above, was sporting a thick, rugged looking, Ecuadorian Sun Grown wrapper with plenty of thick veins and clearly visible seams. After clipping it, easily detectable peppery spice on a cold and free flowing draw. In flavor department, I was able to extract the following: earthiness, woodiness, black pepper and hints of sweetness on the tip of the tongue and lips. The Ecuadorian Sun Grown wrapper triggered sharp increase in the strength department. Retrohale was an experience in itself. Ash, although not as good as GOF by Carlito 2007, was still holding-on fairly long and needed couple extra taps to fall off. Burn line from the beginning to the end was a bit wavy on the first smoked sample but perfect on the second.
This was surely an interesting and a bit unexpected experience. I always thought of God of Fire cigars as smooth, refined, etc. That was not the case with GOF Serie B ‘robusto gordo 54.’ The latest project is edgy, bold with “dark / deep” flavors. If you are a God of Fire follower and always wanted a similar experience with an extra kick, don’t look any further. Having said that, what also comes along with Serie B is a familiar price tag ($22 / $24 depending on vitola). I was very pleased with GOF by Carlito 2007 and its price tag didn’t scare me away. I don’t think I feel the same about Serie B ‘robusto gordo 54.’ Your mileage may vary ! Perhaps for me, it was the Ecuadorian Sun Grown finish that put a spin on the experience. I understand that my fellow photographer / blogger (Brooks from smokingstogie.com) enjoyed his ‘Gran Toro’ with Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper quite a bit. I have a soft spot for Connecticut Broadleaf so for now, I’m looking forward to trying the Gran Toro !
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Length: 5.5″
Ring: 54
Construction > Decent
Burn > Good
Enjoy > Yes
Recommend > Yes
Buy > Yes
* DISCLAIMER: God of Fire Serie B cigars were gifted by Keith K. Park of Prometheus. Keith’s generosity had no impact on the actual experience.
Please consider the following post:
* God of Fire by Carlito 2007
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#1 by Mychal on December 8, 2011 - 12:36 am
Great shots of what looks to be a lovely stick!
#2 by twenty5 on December 8, 2011 - 8:24 am
Great review and amazing pictures as always bro! Looks like you have it down to an exact science now!
#3 by Reece on December 8, 2011 - 8:26 am
Looks and sounds great. I have yet to try any GOF, but have some resting in the humidor. Thanks for the review.
#4 by Skipper on December 8, 2011 - 9:05 am
Nice work Jay.
I am anxious to try this. I am a fan of the GOF cigar line. I was fortunate enough to be at the debut party held in NYC hosted by Carlito and a few others and they won me over with the generous supply of cigars and Macallans 18 y/o.
Thanks for the review!
#5 by foozer69 on December 8, 2011 - 9:10 am
awesome, thats a nice contest thanks and happy holidays!!
#6 by AJ on December 8, 2011 - 10:05 am
Great photos and review Jay! I’m looking forward to trying these!
#7 by d quintero on December 8, 2011 - 10:40 am
These beauties ooze majestic globs of coolness Bro ! Fire Good !
Thanks !
#8 by Alec on December 8, 2011 - 10:47 am
Nothing would make me happier. Happy Holidays
#9 by czerbe on December 8, 2011 - 10:54 am
Jay as alwasy great photos and great review. I haven’t tried any of the GOF Line yet but I have heard nothing but great things. Looks like your gearing up for the Holidays. Hope all is well and stay warm. Go Flyers!!!
C
#10 by Ropaz on December 8, 2011 - 10:57 am
i am the god of hellfire, and i bring you…
#11 by Nofeardiver on December 8, 2011 - 11:05 am
This is awesome never had a GOF before these look so tasty. Your pics are awesome by the way.
#12 by JayD on December 8, 2011 - 11:20 am
These look amazing. Thank you for the review. I am hoping to make these my first GoF!
#13 by wahoofever on December 8, 2011 - 11:28 am
I like the matching lighter. The sticks look fantastic!
#14 by Caleb W on December 8, 2011 - 11:44 am
Nice review and even better pics. I’ve yet to try a GOF, I need to remedy that soon!
#15 by Jonny on December 8, 2011 - 11:51 am
Great review and the quality of the pictures is astonishing. I have never had the pleasure of smoking a GOF stick, but hope to have my chance some day.
thanks for the review!
#16 by Jake on December 8, 2011 - 11:55 am
Nice review of a cigar I will probably never smoke =( and some wicked pics. Good job all around.
#17 by Chris T. on December 8, 2011 - 11:57 am
Gorgeous photos! These are incredibly dark looking, can’t wait to try one.
#18 by Kyle Freeman on December 8, 2011 - 12:13 pm
Beautiful photos as always Jay. Sounds like an interesting stick.
#19 by luis arroyo on December 8, 2011 - 12:14 pm
Im speechless…
From the name to the presentation.
And of course with fuente behind it..
Wow
#20 by Mike O on December 8, 2011 - 12:18 pm
Looks great!!! Your photos are amazing, I have enjoyed reading your reviews.
#21 by Pete on December 8, 2011 - 12:19 pm
Awesome Pics and a great review.
#22 by hklumpn on December 8, 2011 - 12:26 pm
good review, but with kids in school I have a few years before spending 20+ on a cigar.
#23 by CigarMan Andy on December 8, 2011 - 12:32 pm
Great shots. I am now on the hunt, or will have to wait til the GoF Dinner.
#24 by JoshK on December 8, 2011 - 1:31 pm
Very nice shots, love the blue smoke.
#25 by Hyland on December 8, 2011 - 2:10 pm
Great photos and thanks for the review.
#26 by Matt C on December 8, 2011 - 2:54 pm
Great review and amazing photos. I have always enjoyed the GoF’s but this one sounds like it is even more inside my wheelhouse. I look forward to trying one some day soon. Thanks for the contest!
#27 by Thedudeabides on December 8, 2011 - 3:00 pm
Great review and photos as always Jay.
Hooray contest!
-Dude
#28 by Dalamscius on December 8, 2011 - 3:02 pm
Great shots Jay, I’m loving the rustic background you used in this shoot. And your pics with the smoke in them are awesome! Keep up the great work buddy!
#29 by Sean on December 8, 2011 - 3:37 pm
Incredible pictures as always! Btw, what’s in the glass??
#30 by Ben H. on December 8, 2011 - 3:40 pm
Great pictures as always – and also a great read. The honesty in the review is also appreciated as well. Thanks for holding the contest!
#31 by greg justice on December 8, 2011 - 3:49 pm
these look great, nice review!
#32 by Greg on December 8, 2011 - 4:34 pm
I have been wanting to try one of these. They look mighty tasty! Thanks for the great review.
#33 by Russell on December 8, 2011 - 6:21 pm
As always nice pics, both versions sound worth the price so far, they should make the X-mas list
#34 by TADD on December 8, 2011 - 7:06 pm
Most….. popular…. page….. ever… Awesome stuff Jay! I have yet have a GOF! It look slike a nice toothy smoke… Agagin love your review style. Photos… of course are awesome! Hope you are well!
#35 by njstone on December 8, 2011 - 7:51 pm
Nice review and great pics! These new Series B sound very good. I’ll probably try them at some point, as I do like most of the Fuente’s high-end sticks, even if they are over-priced.
#36 by Cody Lamar on December 8, 2011 - 8:30 pm
Really great looking stick.
#37 by Mike on December 8, 2011 - 9:19 pm
Wonderful ash and great pics! Would like to try to recreate the former with my dad and brother
#38 by Mike C. on December 8, 2011 - 9:40 pm
Have yet to try a GOF as I have heard underwhelming reviews for the price point. But will always smoke a freebie especially a 24/stick freebie!!
#39 by Babalouie on December 8, 2011 - 10:13 pm
Nice review and great pics as always Jay. Haven’t tried one yet, price point a little high for me, but wouldn’t turn down a freebee. ;)
#40 by smokin5 on December 8, 2011 - 10:28 pm
Looks like a stellar smoke just went cosmic!
Great review, looking forward to trying these.
#41 by KirKecia11 on December 8, 2011 - 11:06 pm
Beautiful photography and a great review as usual Jay.
#42 by Cateacher on December 9, 2011 - 9:55 am
Fantastic review of a great looking stick. Amazing pics as always.
#43 by ckay on December 9, 2011 - 9:57 am
GoF has my favorite band in the industry and one of the greatest prelight scents.
Your pics are always awesome Jay.
#44 by ASU Maduro on December 9, 2011 - 12:43 pm
Great pictures of some tasty looking cigars.
#45 by JASON FOXE on December 9, 2011 - 12:53 pm
GOD OF FIRE SOME OF THE BEST CIGARS IN THE WORLD
#46 by Bill on December 9, 2011 - 1:48 pm
nice pictures.
#47 by Ryne on December 9, 2011 - 9:05 pm
Great pics and very good review!!!
#48 by patrick on December 9, 2011 - 9:10 pm
you truly do have an eye for this
#49 by Peter on December 10, 2011 - 1:14 pm
Beautiful pictures. Would love to win one!
#50 by Ruben Abreu on December 11, 2011 - 9:35 am
Great photographs, Jay. God of Fire Serie B available at Rubens smoke Stack 201 498 0332.
#51 by Jon A on December 11, 2011 - 9:38 pm
Those look tasty. I’ve never had one,but I would jump at the chance. Keep up the good work!!
#52 by James on December 12, 2011 - 1:18 pm
Great looking stick and sounds like something I would enjoy. High end Fuente stuff is hard to find in this neck of the woods.
#53 by Hal Meyers on December 12, 2011 - 7:40 pm
Great photos good feed back from others. I am a big GOF fan, tried Gran Toro last night ,was pleased. Tonight I have the Gordo 54 on tap (can hardly wait).
#54 by Ciano on December 12, 2011 - 8:16 pm
Great review. I never smoked a GOF, with your review and awsome pics i am interested in trying them now.
#55 by Danny on December 12, 2011 - 8:38 pm
Awesome pics brother!!!
#56 by Mike on November 8, 2012 - 12:32 pm
Thanks for the review and pictures!
#57 by brandon stanley on November 30, 2012 - 7:45 pm
This is one of my favorite cigars. Nice pic’s and great review.
#58 by admin on November 30, 2012 - 10:59 pm
Thanks, Brandon !
Appreciate your comment. It is indeed a find smoke. Did you smoke both Ecuadorian and Connie Broadleaf wrapper ?