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. […]
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 […]
This week on The Ash Holes, It’s Super Bowl Week, lets talk about the perfect big game cigars & is there a cigar dynasty?? Also, we’ll be joined by Agnes from United Cigars! We also have our Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, Weekly Top 5 and Kilt Man’s Corner. Join us for as we light up the Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sun Grown Robusto! Let’s find out the hot Big Game Cigars! The Ash Holes is a member […]
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 […]
It’s time for everyone’s favorite seasonal episode, the Best Winter Cigars 2025 on The Ash Holes! Whether you’re looking for dog walkers or something to smoke in your ice fishing tent we go you covered! We’ll smoke the new Big Sky Madison & discuss our Best Winter Cigars 2025! We also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, Our Weekly Top 5 and Kilt Man’s Corner segments. The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and […]
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 […]
This week on The Ash Holes, is a Cigar Catastrophe Coming?? The latest cigar imports to the US info has been released & it looks eerily similar to 1998. Is the bottom about to fall out? Lets compare Dave’s State of The Cigar Industry Address to the info we have now! Join us as we smoke the Rocky Patel Emerald Sixty and ask if a Cigar Catastrophe is on the horizon. We’ll also have a […]
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 […]
This week on The Ash Holes, Dan & Aaron ask, what moves the needle in 2025 for cigars? They are going to light up the West Tampa Circle of Life Robusto while they discuss what moves the needle in the new year for cigars! We’ll also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, a Top 5 list and Kilt Man’s Dan’s Corner. The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live […]
The Garofalo La Famiglia Sun Grown Epicure is a collaboration between David Garofalo of Two Guys Smoke Shop & Nick Perdomo Jr., blending premium Cuban-seed Nicaraguan tobaccos from Perdomo’s renowned farms. With a Nicaraguan Sun Grown wrapper, this cigar promises complexity and character. The medium reddish-brown wrapper is finely crafted, boasting a triple cap with a smooth, toothless surface and a slight sheen. The cigar feels well-packed in hand, a promising start for a leisurely […]