Ok, we just talked about the child monster Chuck now it is time to review the Bride of Chuck – Tiff. In the iconic series, Tiffany Valentine (also known as “The Bride of Chucky“) is a murderous doll and the secondary antagonist in the Child’s Play horror film series. Tiff is the 12th release of the monster series from Tatuaje and was released in 2019 after being teased in a (4 x 50) vitola back in 2014. So let’s continue the Tatuaje 2024 Monster Smash journey with Tiff.
As you now know, I am reviewing all the monsters in the 2024 Monster Smash Collection. The 14-count collection has an MSRP is $175.00 but if you search around, you may find them discounted to about $160.00. As of this writing, if you have a discount code, check Neptune Cigars or check Fox Cigars as they have them for $159.99.
The Tatuaje Cigars 2024 Monster Smash Collection Tiff blend is described as:
- Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
- Binder: Nicaragua
- Filler: Nicaragua
The Tiff like all these monsters, is expressed, in a (5 1/4 x 52) box pressed vitola and are handcrafted at My Fathers Cigars S.A. in Nicaragua.
Pre-Light Examination
The Tatuaje Cigars 2024 Monster Smash Collection Tiff is a silky smooth golden tan cigar that exhibits a nice oily sheen. Like the Chuck, Tiff is pretty much veinless, and she feels perfectly bunched, rolled and pressed from head to foot. A triple cap completes the construction.
As with all Tatuaje Cigars, the Tiff is adorned with a single thin band with the word Tatuaje in the center. In the case of the Tiff, it uses a yellowish cream and brown color scheme with the brown word Tatuaje printed on the cream background. The fleur-de-lis symbol is presented in red, along the sides of the band. Yea, little Tiff was a nasty, knife wielding little monster also.
Running the Tiff along the nose I picked up some sweet baking spice aromas along the barrel, while the foot exuded notes of orange floral notes and bit of earthiness.
I straight cut the cap right across the shoulder of the cigar and proceeded to give the Tiff a few cold draws. The cold draw offered a restriction that was a tad more open than others in the collection and delivered notes of mild spice, sweetness, and tangy earth.
Time to toast the Tiff. I warmed the foot with the soft flame of a cedar spill, bringing the foot to an even orange glow. As I drew in the first taste of the Tiff, my palate was introduced to notes of floral and spice. Follow along as I burn the Tiff to ash.
Cigar Review Notes
- The journey starts with notes of floral and spice
- A light grey ash forms on top of a medium thick char line
- Nutty and dry fruit essences add to the early profile
- Smoke volume is full
- Nice oiling above the char line
- Cedar nuances weave into the profile deep in the first third
- There is a growing honey sweetness entering in the second third joined with a slight orange peel note
- Spice notes increase midway as does the strength
- Citrus peel bitterness gets a more intense
- Amazing ash finally fell deep in the second third revealing a well-formed burn cone
- Caramel nuances develop balancing the citrus peel
- Sweetness grows in the final
- Medium strength
- Total Smoking Time was 1 hour and 20 minutes
Final Analysis
The Tatuaje Cigars 2024 Monster Smash Collection Tiff journey begins with a delicate interplay of floral notes and spices, setting an enticing tone. Nutty undertones and dry fruit essences enrich the early profile, while the smoke itself envelops the senses with its full-bodied presence. As the first third unfolds, subtle nuances of cedar weave seamlessly into the tapestry of flavors. Transitioning into the second third, a growing honey sweetness emerges, accompanied by a gentle hint of orange peel that brightens the profile. Midway through, spice notes intensify, elevating the strength of the smoke, while the citrus peel sharpens in flavor. An impressive ash cascades away, revealing a well-formed burn cone that speaks to the cigar’s quality. As the journey progresses, caramel nuances develop, beautifully balancing the zesty citrus. By the final, the sweetness deepens, inviting a satisfying conclusion to this rich and complex experience. I rate this a solid 97.
Point Deductions: (-1) Little extra bitterness late in the burn
Bonus Points: (+1) Pristine Ash; (+1) Well Balanced and complex profile; (+1) Extreme Ash; (+1) Nice oiling above the char line
