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Garofalo La Famiglia Maduro Churchill Cigar Review

The Garofalo La Famiglia Maduro Churchill is the product of a special collaboration between New England retailer David Garofalo and Nick Perdomo, Jr. of Perdomo Cigars. Featuring 5-year aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Maduro wrappers and equally aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan fillers, this cigar showcases premium tobaccos from Perdomo’s renowned farms in the Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa Valley regions of Nicaragua. At first glance, this cigar immediately impresses with its dark chocolate Maduro hue. The wrapper boasts a […]

September 26, 2024 by Dave

Rocky Patel Dark Star Robusto Cigar Review

The Rocky Patel Dark Star Robusto is a well-crafted testament to Rocky Patel’s renowned artistry. From its rustic Honduran Corojo wrapper to its carefully curated blend of Nicaraguan, Honduran, and Paraguayan fillers, this cigar offers a complex and layered experience that draws in both seasoned smokers and curious enthusiasts alike. At first glance, the Dark Star sports a light milk chocolate brown hue, bordering on a Colorado shade. Its rustic texture, visible veins, and oily […]

September 19, 2024 by Dave

3 Leaf Habano Fifty Four Cigar Review

The 3 Leaf Habano Fifty Four is a promising new addition to the world of premium cigars, brought to us by industry veteran Erik Wentworth. With over 15 years of experience under his belt, Wentworth’s latest creation reflects his deep-rooted passion for the craft, featuring an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Dominican binder, and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. While the factory where it’s produced remains undisclosed, the cigar clearly showcases the expertise behind its […]

September 12, 2024 by Dave

Padron 1964 TAA Maduro Toro Cigar Review

Padron 1964 TAA Maduro Toro Cigar Review The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series, a celebrated line introduced in 1994 to commemorate Padrón’s 30th anniversary, is a benchmark in the cigar world. Among its sixteen sizes, the TAA Toro stands out as an exclusive offering available only to members of The Tobacconists Association of America. Crafted with 4 year aged tobacco, available in a box pressed shape as an homage to the Cuban tradition of rolling cigars. […]

September 5, 2024 by Dave

Cohiba Red Dot Robusto Cigar Review

The Cohiba Red Dot Robusto, often referred to as the “red dot” because of its distinctive band markings, exemplifies Cohiba’s legendary craftsmanship. Expertly crafted with a toothy Cameroon wrapper and a carefully aged blend of Dominican-grown Piloto Cubano tobaccos. The Cohiba Red Robusto is visually striking, wrapped in a dark, tanned leather-colored wrapper that’s both rustic and toothy. The wrapper is slightly oily with visible veins, giving it a rugged yet appealing look. The construction […]

August 22, 2024 by Dave

HVC Hot Cake Golden Line No. 5 Cigar Review

The HVC Hot Cake Golden Line No. 5 is a newer addition to the HVC portfolio, introduced at the 2023 PCA Trade Show. This cigar, with its golden-hued Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, is an elegant evolution of the original Hot Cake, promising a creamy experience that stays true to its Cuban roots. At first glance, the Hot Cake Golden Line No. 5 impresses with its smooth, golden brown wrapper, which lives up to its name. The […]

August 15, 2024 by Dave

Camacho Triple Maduro Toro Cigar Review

The Camacho Triple Maduro Toro stands as a testament to innovation in the cigar world. As the only all-Maduro cigar available upon it’s release, it’s a blend that took over eighty-four attempts to perfect. This cigar is not just another Maduro—it’s an experience in bold, rich flavors from start to finish, offering a smoke that is both powerful and complex. Visually, the Camacho Triple Maduro Toro is a stunner. Its wrapper is a silky smooth, […]

August 8, 2024 by Dave

La Mezcla Cubana Rothschild Cigar Review

The name La Mezcla Cubana translates to “The Cuban Mix,” and while the first taste might hint at an authentic Cuban experience, this cigar is not made with Cuban tobacco. Instead, this cigar is handmade in the Dominican Republic and boasts an all-Nicaraguan blend, including its wrapper. The La Mezcla Cubana Rothschild features a darker golden Connecticut wrapper with a rustic look. Visible veins and a densely packed construction give it an authentic, handcrafted feel. […]

August 1, 2024 by Dave

Blackened S84 Shade To Black Toro Cigar Review

The BLACKENED S84 Shade To Black Toro is the result of a unique collaboration between Rob Dietrich, Master Distiller & Blender of BLACKENED Whiskey; James Hetfield, co-founder, singer, and guitarist of Metallica; and Jonathan Drew, Founder and President of Drew Estate. This cigar represents a passion project that brings together the expertise of these three aficionados to create an unforgettable smoking experience. With its luxurious Connecticut Ecuador wrapper and a blend of Connecticut River Valley […]

July 25, 2024 by Dave

Perdomo 30th Anniversary Maduro Epicure Cigar Review

The Perdomo 30th Anniversary Maduro Epicure is a testament to Perdomo’s rich legacy and dedication to quality craftsmanship. Celebrating three decades of excellence, this cigar pays homage to loyal patrons with a blend that embodies sophistication and depth.The Perdomo 30th Anniversary Maduro features a 15-year old bourbon barrel-aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper which blends perfectly with the 15-year aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. This cigar presents itself in a captivating dark chocolate hue, boasting an […]

July 18, 2024 by Dave

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