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Prieto by C.L.E. Corona Gorda Review

Yesterday we reviewed one of two new cigars that were introduced by C.L.E. at the 2016 TAA. Those cigars were Chele, which is slang for light-skinned and Prieto, which is Spanish slang for dark-skinned. The names provide an interesting take when applied to cigars with light and dark wrappers. Both cigars are made in Nicaragua which is a departure for Christian Eiroa who normally works his magic in Honduras. Cigar Review: C.L.E. Prieto Country of Origin: Nicaragua […]

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Chele by C.L.E. Robusto Cigar Review

Two new cigars were originally debuted for members of the TAA in addition to the TAA Exclusive Azabache. Those cigars were Prieto which is Spanish slang for dark-skinned and Chele, which is slang for light-skinned. The names provide an interesting take when applied to cigars with lighter and darker wrappers. The cigars also mark a change for Christian Eiroa who normally makes his cigars in Honduras, as he turned to Nicaragua and a un-disclosed factory […]

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KILO Toro – Cigar Review

Last year, our very own Barry Stein released Kilo; cigar that he had been working on for quite some time. He was looking for something that would fit his palate, a cigar with strength and balance. So while Barry originally worked with La Aurora on the blend he turned to Noel Rojas to complete the project, which was ultimately rolled at the Aromas de Jalapa factory in Esteli, Nicaragua and distributed by United Cigar. And […]

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Illusione ~2~ Cigar Review

This morning at work we were discussing some potential conspiracy theories regarding the FDA Regulations, and discussing if big tobacco was behind them to push the little guy out. If you listen to the show, you know my opinions on that; but the conversation made me think of Dion Giolito. Wether it be true or not, I always looked at him as someone into conspiracy and that led me to wanting today’s cigar. According to […]

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Padron Serie 1926 Natural TAA No. 48 Cigar Review

Today’s cigar is an exclusive to the members of the Tobacconist Association of America. The TAA No. 48 arrived last week in its Maduro format which we reviewed, and this week saw the arrival of the Natural. With the FDA Regulations this week one has to wonder about future limited TAA releases and if this could be among the last. The 1926 blend was created in 2002 to celebrate Jose O. Padron’s 75th birthday. Cigar Review: Padron […]

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La Flor Dominicana Perfecto Habano Review

With Litto Gomez and Jon Carney coming to town next week for the launch of the La Flor Dominicana TAA 48th, we reached into our archives with a cigar that was originally reviewed in November. The Habano Perfecto continues to be one of my favorite cigars from their portfolio and thankfully where I work still has these in stock. Cigar Review: La Flor Dominicana Size: 5 5/8 x 54 (Perfecto) Wrapper: Habano Binder: Dominican Republic Filler: Dominican Republic Strength: […]

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La Gran Llave Corona Extra Cigar Review

Way back in February, Michael Argenti contacted The Cigar Authority with news that he would be coming back to the cigar industry with a new cigar called La Gran Llave which translates The Big Key. Before his return to the industry Michael was partners with Kiki Berger who passed away in 2014 at the age of 56. One of the most popular cigars from that partnership was the Entubar which featured ligero tobacco sticking out from […]

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B.G. Meyer Gigantes – Cigar Review

In 2014, The Cigar Authority announced the winner of our Cigar of the Year award. That cigar was the B.G. Meyer Standard Issue, a blend by Rob Weiss (whom you may know as the producer of TV shows such as Ballers and Entourage). After winning Cigar of the Year, he released a few more additions to the brand, the B.G. Meyer Slackers and today’s topic of discussion, the B.G. Meyer Gigantes. What am I smoking? […]

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Nestor Miranda Art Deco Cigar Review

It’s always a good time when friends come to town, and this week started off with Hector Paz the VP of Sales from Miami Cigar & Company coming up for a visit with their new New England Sales Rep Willy Marante who does in-house sales for the company and will be traveling up here every 45 days. Today’s cigar review is something that isn’t available anymore, but it was a favorite of mine when I […]

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Dos Hombres Nicaragua Robusto

With yesterday’s news on the FDA Regulations, I figured I would take a look at a cigar that came out before 2007. The Dos Hombres was released in 1995, which will make it safe if the predicate date remains at 2007. The cigar which is bundled in packages of 20 is the #1 selling brand where I work. The amount of bundles that move out the door on a daily basis is mind-blowing but given […]

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