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Padron Family Reserve Natural No. 96 Cigar Review

The Padron Family Reserve Natural No. 96 is an exceptional cigar with a blend that was originally exclusive to the Padrón family to commemorate special anniversary dates. Encased in beautifully crafted ten-count boxes, this individually handcrafted series boasts a remarkable blend aged for ten years, available in both sun-grown natural and maduro wrapper variations. The cigar exhibits a pleasing light brown color, characteristic of sun-grown tobacco, with a rough, bumpy texture and distinct veins. Its […]

March 21, 2024 by Dave

Montosa Natural Toro Cigar Review

The Montosa Natural Toro presents itself in a striking electric orange box, setting the stage for an intriguing experience. Adorned with an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, this cigar boasts a light golden brown appearance, characteristic of its Connecticut lineage. The construction is commendable, with tight seams and a more matte finish than an oily sheen. Upon lighting up, the first third of the Montosa Natural Toro delights the palate with a medley of flavors. Sweetness […]

March 14, 2024 by Dave

Mi Querida Triqui Traca 648 Cigar Review

The Mi Querida Triqui Traca 648 is a captivating blend that takes its name from the local Nicaraguan term for oversized firecrackers, and true to its name, it explodes with flavor from start to finish. The Mi Querida Triqui Traca 648 presents itself as a stout, densely packed cigar with a dark brown sugar hue. Its surface carries a slight oily sheen and reveals prominent veins, indicating its robust construction. Upon ignition, the Triqui Traca […]

March 7, 2024 by Dave

Big Papi Toro Cigar Review

In homage to the illustrious career of Baseball Legend David Ortiz, the Big Papi Toro by Artista Cigars commemorates his legacy with every puff. Adorned with a silhouette of Ortiz pointing to the heavens, paying tribute to his beloved mother, this cigar encapsulates the essence of a sporting icon. The Big Papi Toro presents itself in a rich chocolate brown hue, its wrapper boasting a subtle sheen that catches the eye. Smooth yet discernible seams […]

February 22, 2024 by Dave

Blind Cigar Reviews – The Cigar Authority Podcast

This week on The Cigar Authority we discuss blind cigar reviews! Are they the best way to review cigars? We open the books and show you how our STARS cigar reviewers do it along with other review boards. In the first hour, we will be smoking an an unbanded cigar from the Cigar Authority Care Package, and we will smoke the Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Vibrato in the second hour. Learn more about blind cigar […]

February 16, 2024 by Dave

YAYA Robusto Cigar Review

The YAYA Robusto, crafted at the esteemed Magia Cubana factory, pays homage to the revered deity of the Caribbean and the cherished memories of Carlos Guillermos’ grandmother, affectionately known as YAYA. With an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and Dominican fillers, this cigar promises a journey rich in elegance and subtleties. The YAYA Robusto presents itself with a light brown Colorado Clara wrapper, boasting a smooth texture with slight toothiness. Its well-packed construction and oily wrapper hint […]

February 15, 2024 by Dave

Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sun Grown Epicure Cigar Review

The Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sun Grown was released in late 2023 as a tribute to 30 years of Perdomo Cigars. Encased in an elegant 15-year-old bourbon barrel-aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Sun Grown wrapper, complemented by Cuban-seed Nicaraguan binders and fillers, this cigar promises a journey of nuanced tastes and aromatic delights. Upon first glance, the cigar boasts a seamless, silky milk chocolate-colored wrapper, softly packed into a soft box press, with a slight sheen that hints […]

February 8, 2024 by Dave

Oliva Serie V Cigar Review – Roller Coaster of Flavors & Opinions

Oliva Serie V Double Robusto is a complex blend of Nicaraguan long filler tobaccos. Blended with specially fermented Jalapa Valley ligero, and finished with a high priming original Cuban seed grown Wrapper. This is one of the most popular cigars on the market today. The Oliva Serie V Double Robusto makes a striking first impression with its milk chocolate-colored wrapper, adorned with thin veins and exhibiting impeccable construction. The cigar is densely packed, giving it […]

February 1, 2024 by Dave

What Cigar Experiences Haunt Us? – The Ash Holes

This week on the Ash Holes, we talk about what cigar experiences haunt us! We are lighting up the Adventura La Llarona Corona, while we share some of their worst cigar experiences that still haunt us to this day. What made them so bad? And how can you avoid them in the future. We also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 Pack and our Top 5 list. Join David Garofalo, Ed Sullivan, and Dan Davison as […]

January 31, 2024 by Dave

All Saints St. Francis Toro Cigar Review

Released in the summer of 2021, the All Saints Cigars St. Francis has quickly become a standout in the world of cigars, earning the prestigious title of the 2021 Cigar of the Year by The Cigar Authority. Crafted at Rocky Patel’s Tavicusa Cigar Factory in Nicaragua, this cigar boasts a blend of quality tobacco, featuring an Ecuadorian Oscuro wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and filler. The All Saints St. Francis Toro presents itself with a velvety dark […]

January 25, 2024 by Dave

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