This past father’s day weekend we were lucky enough to be joined on the podcast by Scott Weeks & his dad, and J.R. Dominguez along with his father. It was that weekend I got to try the Recluse Amadeus Habano Lancero for the first time. It was a pre-release and generally I do not like to review cigars that aren’t yet official. Well that time has come as the cigar arrived this past week and […]
Today I decided to take a drive down memory lane to a cigar that earned the designation of ‘2010 Cigar of the Year’. It’s been a long while since I’ve enjoyed one of these, so it’s about time I revisit the brand. The Ortsac (which is Castro spelled backwards) is on deck for today’s review. What am I Smoking? Cigar: Ortsac Toro Gordo Wrapper: Habano Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Length: 6 Inches Ring Gauge: 54 […]
Last week on The Cigar Authority LIVE Radio Podcast, Classic Cigars came about in the conversation. That got me remembering that I haven’t reviewed one for you guys yet, so today’s the day. The Classic line of cigars comes to us from the Dominican Republic and utilizes three different wrapper shades, all of which provide a different experience for a fantastic price. This is the Classic Maduro robusto. What am I Smoking? Cigar: Classic Maduro […]
When is a belicoso not really a belicoso? The answer is simple in this case, when it a La Flor Dominicana Reserva Especial Belicoso. Confused? I was when I opened the box of Belicoso cigars this morning and found it has a normal shape to it versus the tapered rounded cap we have come to expect for a size bearing its name. Thankfully, we caught up with Jonathan Carney the Vice President of Sales […]
Well folks, today I’m in that mood again. It’s time for another mild cigar. But not just any cigar. Up to bat is the Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel Aged Connecticut. A Nicaraguan handmade that is taking the country by storm, and for good reason. After a recent brand image overhaul, they hit the shelves once again at the beginning of this year. What am I smoking? Cigar Review: Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel Aged Connecticut Country of […]
Intemperance is defined as a lack of moderation or restraint. It’s secondary definition is excessive indulgence, especially in alcohol. For the Intemperance from RoMaCraft Tobac one can argue that cigars are our Intemperance and much like the prohibition movement with alcohol, it is time to stand up against those who want to take away the things we enjoy as adults. We should be free to make our own decisions in life. Cigar Review: Intemperance BA XXICountry […]
Every now and then I get a craving for a cigar. Often, I don’t know what I want and I wander around the humidor like a lost puppy trying to figure out what I want to smoke. This morning however, I wanted to smoke a Liga Privada No. 9 and as luck would have it our friend Peter Hudson sent a bunch of them my way. Cigar Review: La Piga Privada No. 9Country of Origin: NicaraguaWrapper: Connecticut BroadleafBinder: Brazilian Mata […]
When you think of La Flor Dominicana, you might think of a ligero laden smoke with plenty of power to go around. However, that’s not the case with the LFD Suave. It’s a more mellow option for those of us who want to enjoy all the qualities of the brand, but not the strength. What am I Smoking? Cigar: LFD Suave (Light) Maximo Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Connecticut Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Length: 6 Inches […]
I was gifted quite a few cigars at my wedding this weekend, but the one cigar I couldn’t wait to light up came from a Doctor friend of mine. That cigar is the La Flor Dominicana Factory Press II. The Factory Press II was originally released in 2006 and was born out of Litto Gomez’ fascination of the box pressing process at the factory. This version of the cigar has long been sold out. Cigar Review: La […]
Nick Melillo is at it again, and this time he is using a little bit of the magic he learned while working at Drew Estate. He took that magic traveled to Jamaica to learn time honored traditions and secrets to put together the blend of a new line of infused cigars known as The Upsetters. What am I Smoking? Cigar: The Upsetters Django (The ‘D’ is silent) Country of Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaraguan Claro Binder: Nicaraguan […]