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08
Feb 2010
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Bronx on the Bed

In her favorite place.

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04
Feb 2010
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Beware the Demonsheep!

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The demonsheep has appeared and is making its way into political campaign videos! Beware!

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04
Feb 2010
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The Jameson Review: Rockstone Coffee

Cross Posted at The Cigar Spy.

I'm here with the second part of The Jameson Review, which is not a cigar review this time around. Part 2 consists of a review of their private label Rockstone Coffee. While I have been drinking coffee from a very early age thanks to the influence of one of my grandparents, this is honestly the first coffee review I have done.

So far, I have tried two of their offerings: the Sumatra Mandehling and Sumatra Blue Batak. Both medium roast. Both also come in whole beans, so grinding is a must. Preparation for both coffees was in the use of our French Press. Additives to the coffee include a little bit of milk and the rough equivalent of one sugar.

For the Sumatra Madehling, I was really impressed by a pleasant, smooth flavor of the coffee. Maybe even a slight nuttiness to the taste. Usually with certain store-bought coffee or even some offered in restaurants or coffee chains, the general attributes found are a burnt taste and slight (or moderate) acidity to the taste. With the Sumatra Madehling, I received none of the above. I also noted a very balanced body; very much similar to how I would look at a medium-bodied cigar. In fact, both of these coffees can pair well with just about any kind of cigar: mild, medium or full bodied.

As for the Blue Batak, which was also excellent, the only difference I could tell in the coffee was a bit more nuttiness to the flavor and maybe a slightly oily texture to the coffee.

Final Analysis:

If you're looking for premium coffee that has great flavor and can pair well with cigars, look no further. The price point in my mind for the coffee seems fair, depending on how much you are wanting to buy. While my wife and I are not huge coffee drinkers (and that could easily change when the baby arrives), this is certainly a brand that I would buy. It also makes it easy to pick up a few cigars at the same time. =)

       
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The_Jameson_Review_Rockstone_C.zip (5056 KB)

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02
Feb 2010
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An Interesting Way to Skydive

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Clever, especially if you don't like falling out of an airplane.

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02
Feb 2010
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How to Report the News

This is fantastic!

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29
Jan 2010
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Great Wallpaper

Found this on wallbase.net - very cool!

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28
Jan 2010
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Minimal Mac on the iPad

This is one of a few Apple websites that gets it when it comes to the new release of Apple's iPad. Forward, streamlined thinking for a product. Quality over quantity, even in the face of available features. Give it a read.

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22
Jan 2010
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Flight 1549 3D Reconstruction, Hudson River Ditching Jan 15, 2009

Very cool!

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21
Jan 2010
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The Jameson Red Label Cigar Review

As always, cross-posted on The Cigar Spy.

Target Name:

Jameson Red Label

Target Vitals:

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
Binder: Honduran
Filler: Aged Dominican
Vitola: Corona (5 x 44)
Strength: Medium Bodied
Average Price: $25.00 per pack of five; $96.00 per box of 20

Background Info:

Striving for the highest quality, Jameson Cigar Co.'s sole strategy is to bring their love and appreciation of cigars and coffee right to the consumer through their product lines.

Mission Debrief:

A few weeks ago, a communication came through the wire: Brad Mayo of Jameson Cigars was inquiring about any interested parties wanting to give a tasting to their private-label coffee line. Being that I am never one to pass up a great chance to try test or beta products, I replied back to the message, informing him that I was also interested in their cigars, as no local B&M's carry their product. Not only did send along the coffee (which I will be reviewing here very soon), a couple of cigars found their way into the shipment as well.

The look-over on the Jameson Red Label their commitment to quality. No imperfections were found on the wrapper and the cigar felt properly rolled throughout its length. The wrapper had a slight feel of oil to it, which I am a fan of. I also detected a slightly sweet aroma to the cigar.

Using a cutter and butane lighter for this cigar, I was welcomed with a quick hit of dull spice right at the onset. The spice did not stick around for more than a few minutes, followed by hints of wood. The cigar smoked straight up medium bodied, balanced perfectly. Nothing harsh to the taste, just pleasant. I didn't feel the finish to be any longer than normal for a cigar of this strength. If anything, it was a bit on the shorter side.

A great draw for this cigar with my cutter. Open and effortless. It also left a sturdy, gray ash. I never felt like I had to be near the ashtray at all times. The thick smoke from the cigar was also a nice touch. It's always a bit disappointing for me to smoke a cigar and end up with puny, thin smoke.

Final Analysis:


It's a great down-the-middle medium bodied cigar, perfect for a morning smoke with the coffee or something for the evening. The price is very fair for this cigar and I think it's something that both new smokers and seasoned pros can enjoy. I'll be buying some of these in the near future.

Next Time:

For the next review, I will not actually be reviewing cigars. It will be their private-label coffee. And I may bring in an assistant or two, depending on time constraints. Stay tuned.

   
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The_Jameson_Red_Label_Cigar_Re.zip (2096 KB)

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20
Jan 2010
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The Pickup

Got a call this morning from my best friend. After waiting three and a half months, the time had finally come: his brand new 2010 Camaro 1SS had finally arrived. Certainly a beautiful piece of machinery. Can't wait to actually ride in it. And hopefully one day soon, he'll allow me the pleasure of a test drive.

             
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