The Perdomo 20th Anniversary Maduro Epicure is a bold and complex cigar, featuring an 8-year-old Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper that has been bourbon barrel-aged for an additional 10 months. This extra aging process enhances the deep, rich flavors, which pair beautifully with the Cuban-seed Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. Upon first glance, the cigar boasts a dark brown, rustic, and toothy wrapper with a double cap. Some visible veins add to its character, and it […]
This week on The Ash Holes, let’s talk about Cigar Marketing 2025 Tips with Sarah! Sarah works in marketing outside the industry what trends are hot & what could the cigar world use to make things better? We also have our Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, Weekly Top 5 and Kilt Man’s Corner. We’re smoking the Aganorsa Arsenio Corona. The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio […]
Released in 2024, the Rocky Patel Gold Toro arrives with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper that exudes a deep, dark maduro color, offering an oily sheen reminiscent of a fine chocolate bar. The box-pressed construction is impressive, tightly rolled with prominent veins that add to its rustic appeal. Beneath the wrapper, a double binder of Connecticut Shade and Connecticut Broadleaf secures a core of aged Nicaraguan fillers from Jalapa and Estelí, promising a layered and flavorful […]
Alfonso Gran Selección Estelares Cigar Review The Alfonso Gran Selección is the highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed Alfonso Añejo, bringing a new level of refinement to the Selected Tobacco portfolio. Crafted with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper over a Peruvian binder and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, this cigar undergoes a meticulous five-year aging process in cedar-lined rooms, followed by a final stage of refinement in French Oak. The result is a cigar […]
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 […]