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United Maduro Toro Cigar Review

The United Maduro Toro brings a refined take on earthy and spicy profiles, wrapped in a ruggedly handsome Mexican San Andrés Maduro leaf. Developed in 2023, this blend saw United Cigars transition from a box-pressed format to a traditional round vitola. With a Dominican binder and a complex mix of filler tobaccos—including Dominican Broadleaf, Quisqueya, Dominican Seco, and Dominican Olor—this cigar delivers a multi-layered smoking experience. The wrapper is a deep brown hue, falling somewhere […]

March 20, 2025 by Dave

Aganorsa Leaf Validacion Corojo Gran Robusto Review

Aganorsa Leaf has built a reputation for crafting some of the finest Nicaraguan puros, and the Aganorsa Leaf Validacion Corojo Gran Robusto continues that tradition. This cigar, formerly under the Casa Fernandez Aganorsa name, showcases the brand’s signature Corojo wrapper over a blend of premium Nicaraguan tobaccos. Right out of the gate, the construction impresses. The dark brown, chocolate-bar-like wrapper has an inviting oily sheen with minimal veins. The soft box press feels comfortable in […]

March 13, 2025 by Dave

Perdomo 20th Anniversary Maduro Epicure Cigar Review

The Perdomo 20th Anniversary Maduro Epicure is a bold and complex cigar, featuring an 8-year-old Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper that has been bourbon barrel-aged for an additional 10 months. This extra aging process enhances the deep, rich flavors, which pair beautifully with the Cuban-seed Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. Upon first glance, the cigar boasts a dark brown, rustic, and toothy wrapper with a double cap. Some visible veins add to its character, and it […]

March 6, 2025 by Dave

Rocky Patel Gold Toro Cigar Review

Released in 2024, the Rocky Patel Gold Toro arrives with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper that exudes a deep, dark maduro color, offering an oily sheen reminiscent of a fine chocolate bar. The box-pressed construction is impressive, tightly rolled with prominent veins that add to its rustic appeal. Beneath the wrapper, a double binder of Connecticut Shade and Connecticut Broadleaf secures a core of aged Nicaraguan fillers from Jalapa and Estelí, promising a layered and flavorful […]

February 27, 2025 by Dave

Alfonso Gran Selección Estelares Cigar Review

Alfonso Gran Selección Estelares Cigar Review The Alfonso Gran Selección is the highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed Alfonso Añejo, bringing a new level of refinement to the Selected Tobacco portfolio. Crafted with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper over a Peruvian binder and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, this cigar undergoes a meticulous five-year aging process in cedar-lined rooms, followed by a final stage of refinement in French Oak. The result is a cigar […]

February 20, 2025 by Dave

Micallef Red Toro Cigar Review

Micallef Red is the latest addition to Micallef’s Color Series, joining the popular Black and Blue lines as part of their regular production. Released in Fall 2024, this cigar offers an enticing blend at a value price, making it an attractive option for enthusiasts seeking quality without breaking the bank. Crafted in Nicaragua, the Micallef Red features a Mexican San Andrés Habano wrapper, Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder, and a filler blend of Mexican and Nicaraguan tobaccos. […]

February 13, 2025 by Dave

3 Leaf Connecticut Fifty Four Cigar Review

3 Leaf Connecticut Fifty Four Cigar Review Founded by industry veteran Erik Wentworth, formerly of Hammer & Sickle Cigars, and Jim Ferreira, 3 Leaf Cigars made its debut in 2024, bringing a balance of quality and industry expertise. The 3 Leaf Connecticut Fifty Four features an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, a Dominican binder, and a mix of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. 3 Leaf is produced in the Dominican Republic at an undisclosed factory. The 3 Leaf […]

February 6, 2025 by Dave

Fuente y Padrón Legends: Padrón Cigar Review By Mr. J

The Fuente y Padrón Legends project was born from a heartfelt conversation between Carlos Fuente Jr. and Jorge Padrón, who sought to honor their late fathers, the pioneers of their respective brands. The result? A stunning 40-count humidor featuring two blends: one crafted by Fuente in the Dominican Republic in honor of José Orlando Padrón and one by Padrón in Nicaragua in honor of Carlos Fuente Sr. Today, I’m reviewing the Padrón cigar, made in […]

January 30, 2025 by Dave

The American Toro Cigar Review

Crafted to honor the proud tradition of American cigar-making, J.C. Newman’s The American Toro is a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and dedication. Rolled in the historic El Reloj factory in Ybor City, Florida, this cigar is a 100% American creation. From its Florida Sun Grown wrapper to the aged Connecticut and Pennsylvania tobaccos within, every element tells a uniquely American story. The American Toro is a beautifully crafted cigar. Its medium brown colored wrapper has […]

January 23, 2025 by Dave

Aladino Corojo Reserva Toro Cigar Review

The Aladino Corojo Reserva Toro is a creation of Julio and Justo Eiroa, hailing from the renowned JRE Tobacco farm. This limited-production cigar evokes a nostalgic charm with its vintage-style band and box, reminiscent of the golden era of Honduran tobacco. Crafted entirely from 100% Authentic Corojo tobacco, it promises a unique experience for aficionados. Upon inspection, the cigar boasts a milk chocolate brown hue akin to a tootsie roll. Its smooth texture, complemented by […]

January 16, 2025 by Dave

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