Dojoverse | Michael West | Activity https://dojoverse.com/members/bluecollarbearedcigars1776/activity/ Activity feed for Michael West. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:23:47 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.14.4 en-US 30 hourly 2 d959470f05aa76fc1eed4eb06dfe60fa Michael West earned the White Belt 4th degree: White Belt […] https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7374414/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:34:39 -0600
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]]> 0 53794c98636911e0f7f4942d78b290aa Michael West is smoking La Aroma de Cuba El Jefe https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7359057/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 02:02:09 -0600 La Aroma de Cuba El Jefe is a popular premium cigar known for its large format and rich, balanced profile. Despite the name, these are not Cuban “habanos”; the brand is an old Cuban trademark revived by Ashton Cigars and handcrafted by the Garcia family at the My Father Cigars factory in Nicaragua. Fox Cigar Fox Cigar +3 Key Specifications The “El Jefe” is a massive vitola designed for a long, slow smoke: Size: 7 inches by 58 ring gauge. Shape: Gigante / Gordo. Burn Time: Typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours due to its large diameter. JR Cigars JR Cigars +3 Available Varieties You will primarily find El Jefe in two distinct blends: Original Blend: Wrapper: Dark Connecticut Broadleaf (Natural/Maduro). Flavor Profile: Medium to full-bodied with notes of earth, spice, cedar, and a hint of molasses. Connecticut Blend: Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade. Flavor Profile: Milder and creamier than the original, featuring notes of cashews, coffee, and buttercream.

La Aroma de Cuba El Jefe
Ashton
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]]> 0 da18c6281f071746154052daf4f9532a Michael West is smoking Plasencia Cosecha 151. Rated with thumbs up! https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7356059/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:43:16 -0600
Plasencia Cosecha 151
Plasencia Cigars

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]]> 0 1fc178b0fa39b8432328b8ca09688dbd Michael West is smoking Mark Twain Riverboat. Rated with thumbs up! https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7347666/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:36:11 -0700 The Mark Twain Riverboat Churchill is a medium-bodied “barber-pole” style cigar featuring two contrasting wrappers entwined together. It is part of the Mark Twain brand, which is known for offering “value-priced” premium cigars that are consistently flavorful and well-made.

Cigar Specifications

  • Dimensions: The Churchill vitola measures 7.0″ x 50.
  • Wrapper: A unique combination of Connecticut Shade and Maduro leaves applied in a barber-pole fashion.
  • Binder & Filler: Both the binder and the long-filler blend consist of Nicaraguan tobacco.
  • Strength: Generally categorized as medium-bodied.
  • Origin: These cigars are handmade in Nicaragua.

Flavor Profile & Experience

According to experts and merchant descriptions, the Riverboat blend offers a complex but smooth smoking experience:

  • Primary Notes: Reviewers from CIGAR.com and Slippery Rock Cigars report prominent notes of earth, wood, toast, cedar, and sweet spice.
  • Nuances: Additional nuances of molasses, pepper, and espresso are noted by Thompson Cigar.
Mark Twain Riverboat
Meier & Dutch

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]]> 0 fb825f06192ff8bfcee746cca55dc402 Michael West is smoking La Aroma de Cuba Small Batch. Rated with thumbs up! https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7337529/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:44:09 -0700 The cigar is handcrafted in Nicaragua by the renowned father-and-son team José “Pepin” Garcia and Jaime Garcia at the My Father Cigars factory.

Wrapper: An oily, high-priming Ecuador Habano leaf. Filler: A proprietary blend of five-year-aged Nicaraguan long-fillers from the Estelí, Jalapa, Condega, and Namanji regions. These tobaccos undergo extensive triple fermentation. Profile: It is a full-bodied smoke that delivers concentrated flavor and refined complexity. Notes often include espresso bean, cedar, and nutmeg with hints of Medjool date, dark stone fruit, and crushed red and black pepper. Construction: The cigar is rolled using the classic entubado method and finished with a traditional Cuban-style triple cap.
La Aroma de Cuba Small Batch
Ashton
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]]> 0 6b694677313b601fd6976b1248dc7802 Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7313920/#acomment-7317556 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:20:53 -0700 In reply to - Michael West earned the White Belt 3rd degree
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]]> a462f2de010adc263b8f5069fcd00d8b Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7313920/#acomment-7317553 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:20:38 -0700 Thank you

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]]> d4bbbb04d61411d958a0cebdb6ae3b17 Michael West is smoking Karatoba. Rated with thumbs up! https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7313934/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:56:35 -0700 The cigar features a complex blend designed for a savory, layered experience:

Wrapper: Dark, oily Ecuadorian Sumatra (grown from Indonesian seeds).

Binder: Nicaraguan.

Filler: A combination of Dominican and Nicaraguan long-filler tobaccos.

Flavor Notes: Expect an initial burst of savory spice that evolves into notes of roasted nuts, earth, sweet maple, and a unique richness that Ozgener has compared to a slow-cooked bolognese sauce.

The name “Karatoba” is a fusion of Turkish and Indonesian influences:

Kara: Turkish for “black” or “dark”.

Toba: Refers to Lake Toba in Indonesia, the world’s largest volcanic lake.

Karatoba
OZ Family Cigars

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]]> 1 5621b42e93ed10561acc554358352adf Michael West earned the White Belt 3rd degree: White Belt […] https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7313920/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:49:58 -0700
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]]> 4 53456024f45b32088c604f4e08ff16ee Michael West posted an update https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7309616/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 02:05:11 -0700
  • Flavor Profile: The primary flavors are a cold brew infusion with distinct notes of mint, chocolate, and coffee. Reviewers often compare the taste to “thin mint cookies”. The mint flavor is especially pronounced and is balanced by a touch of sweetness on the cap.
  • Experience: It offers a smooth draw and an even burn, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. It is described as a refreshing smoke, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee.
    • ]]>     1     75baa7f5c21fa0ecb3b1b09c76845467 Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7304993/#acomment-7305241 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:41:18 -0700 In reply to - Michael West is smoking Días de Gloria. Rated with thumbs up! Dias de gloria

      Primary Notes: Rich earth, dark chocolate, espresso, and black pepper.

      Subtle Nuances: Transitions may include toasted caramel, […]

    ]]>         a3c3b2569acd5936bc8e8d4d6ce801ac Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7304993/#acomment-7305240 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:41:03 -0700 In reply to - Michael West is smoking Días de Gloria. Rated with thumbs up! Dias de gloria

      Primary Notes: Rich earth, dark chocolate, espresso, and black pepper.

      Subtle Nuances: Transitions may include toasted caramel, […]

    ]]>         6bca43212aa46f9b8c94f8d5003e9692 Michael West is smoking Días de Gloria. Rated with thumbs up! https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7304993/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:00:04 -0700

    Primary Notes: Rich earth, dark chocolate, espresso, and black pepper.

    Subtle Nuances: Transitions may include toasted caramel, sweet cracker, citrus, and creamy coffee in the final third.

    Pairing Suggestion: The company recommends pairing the Lalibela with Larceny Small Batch bourbon.

  • Secondary Notes: The profile is balanced by additional nuances including:
    • Coffee and chocolate: Notes of black coffee, espresso, and cocoa appear, particularly in the later stages.
    • Nutty undertones: French peanut, walnut, and toasted almond notes add a nutty richness.
    • Subtle sweetness and creaminess: Hints of vanilla, sweet brown sugar, and a creamy texture help to round out the bold flavors.
  • Strength and Body: The cigar typically starts as a medium-bodied smoke, building in strength to a medium-full profile by the final third.
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    A.J. Fernandez Cigar Company

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    ]]>     4     45b1f58e848b17798c52bfa18e201ed6 Michael West posted an update: Ashton Cabinet Tasting Notes: Common notes include […] https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7303110/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:14:03 -0700 Ashton Cabinet Tasting Notes: Common notes include nuts, fruits (like orange peel or dried mango), caramel, cedar, earth, and various baking spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Some find hints of vanilla cream, baked bread, and a touch of natural sweetness.

    ]]>     0     203f16c2946446c72f0cad811628d55f Michael West is smoking Ashton Cabinet Selection https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7303106/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:06:18 -0700
    Ashton Cabinet Selection
    Ashton

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    ]]>     0     1591797c9cd61511179510cc7049063d Michael West is smoking Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302903/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 07:20:22 -0700 Origin and History: The cigar gets its name from a specific 23-acre plot of land (Lot 23) in Estelí, Nicaragua, where all the tobacco for this blend is exclusively grown. The project was started by Nick Perdomo Sr. and Jr. in 2000.

    Flavor Profile: The Maduro wrapper imparts rich and hearty flavors. Reviewers often note a profile featuring notes of:

    Dark cocoa

    Coffee bean

    Cedar and oak

    Woody aroma

    Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro
    Perdomo Cigars

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    ]]>     1     bfcfe512c3a14a47f246f7c07ce8464f Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302600/#acomment-7302638 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 03:24:03 -0700 Thats awesome thank you for the feedback I’m always out bid on cigar bid

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    Nub Nuance Double Roast

    Primary Notes: Creamy milk chocolate, rich espresso, and sweet, earthy tobacco.

    Subtle Nuances: Hints of caramel, roasted nuts, and a […]

    ]]>         ba059872d4a42a5357f102d553320475 Michael West is smoking NUb Nuance Double Roast https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302600/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 03:09:22 -0700 Nub Nuance Double Roast

    Primary Notes: Creamy milk chocolate, rich espresso, and sweet, earthy tobacco.

    Subtle Nuances: Hints of caramel, roasted nuts, and a light, creamy sweetness.

    Wrapper & Construction: A sweet Sumatra wrapper covers Dominican long-fillers.

    Strength: Medium-bodied.

    NUb Nuance Double Roast
    J. Cortès Cigars
    Studio Tobac

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    ]]>     3     e906902c21d2d7d45ad6c29970281072 Michael West posted a new activity comment https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302453/#acomment-7302547 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 02:48:34 -0700 In reply to - Michael West earned the White Belt 2nd Degree
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    My Father Blue
    My Father Cigars

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    ]]>     1     0364ed6cd0af3d8160b57477494d16a8 Michael West earned the White Belt 2nd Degree: White Belt […] https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302453/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 02:10:04 -0700
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    ]]>     6     b3484bd8fbd5b8dfa4a491f178fea429 Michael West posted an update in the group : Welcome to Camp Camacho https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302452/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 02:06:30 -0700
    Welcome to Camp Camacho
    ]]>     0     7ee19e2f354916ca5efe7ff9dd7af6d5 Michael West earned the Camp Camacho.: Camp Camacho https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302451/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 02:06:29 -0700
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    ]]>     3     23de08e4425047c2648977f51887694c Michael West earned the White Belt 1st Degree: White Belt […] https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302430/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:59:25 -0700
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    ]]>     4     2305891f716256b2b111cf1c22285978 Michael West earned the One of Us Badge.: One of Us Badge https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302422/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:57:23 -0700
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    Chi-Town Crew Badge
    ]]>     7     5a6a555b385fdd48b81c0b498cfab525 Michael West became a registered member https://dojoverse.com/news-feed/p/7302266/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:03:12 -0700 5