The Rocky Patel Thirtieth Anniversary cigar was created to celebrate Rocky Patel’s 30 years in the premium cigar industry. This commemorative blend features a Mexican San Andrés wrapper aged for seven years, draped over a double binder from Nicaragua and filled with a carefully aged blend of Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos that have rested for at least five years. Produced at the company’s Tabacalera Villa Cuba S.A. factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, the cigar showcases the […]
This week on The After Show, we ask with the removal of Maduro in Venezuela, will the U.S. turn its eye toward Cuba or Nicaragua? How might Venezuela affect the cigar industry? Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs […]
On today’s After Show, we will talk about how politics is changing the cigar industry. Honduras is holding elections. Tariffs have been levied. Now, there may be a 100% tariff on Nicaragua. Let’s talk a rare topic for us, politics. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a […]
The Aganorsa Rare Leaf Maduro Toro makes a strong first impression with its dark chocolate-colored Mexican San Andres wrapper. The cigar feels dense in hand with a tight and even pack throughout. Its surface shows a few prominent veins and a slightly toothy texture, balanced by a subtle sheen that catches the light. Seams are visible but tightly applied, and the cap is neatly finished, adding to its overall solid presentation. The cigar opens with […]
Originally an event-only cigar for The Cigar Authority’s MeatBall Competition in 2019, the Dunbarton Polpetta quickly gained a reputation for being far too good to remain a limited release. After taking the time to produce it on a larger scale, Steve Saka and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust team finally made this little “meatball” available nationwide. The Polpetta is a mixed-fill cigar measuring 4×48, using Broadleaf trimmings from some of DTT’s most popular blends, including […]
The RoMa Craft Maestranza Valencia, released in 2024, showcases the brand’s attention to detail and reputation for complex blends. It wears a Mexican San Andrés wrapper that is lighter in color yet reminiscent of the Neanderthal line. Beneath lies a Brazilian binder supporting fillers from the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Nicaragua, making for a rich and layered profile right from the start. In appearance, the Valencia presents itself with a dark brown wrapper and a […]
Micallef Cigars is proud to announce the release of the Micallef Green, the fifth cigar in the critically acclaimed Color Series. Following the success of Black, Blue, Red, and Purple, Micallef Green continues the tradition of delivering exceptional quality and rich flavor at a remarkable value for brick-and-mortar retailers and their loyal customers. Micallef Green will be available Nationwide at Micallef Cigars retail partners beginning on Monday, September 8th. Crafted at the Micallef Cigars factory […]
The HVC Black Friday 2024 is an exclusive annual release crafted at the Fabrica de Tabacos HVC S.A. in Nicaragua, showcasing a carefully curated blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos dressed in a dark, oily Mexican San Andrés wrapper. What sets this year’s edition apart is the inclusion of filler leaf from Ometepe—the volcanic island in Lake Nicaragua—famed for imparting earthy depth and mineral-rich complexity to the tobacco. From the first glance, the Black Friday 2024 makes […]
The Liga Privada Aniversario Robusto from Drew Estate was created to celebrate a decade of excellence, and it certainly delivers a memorable smoking experience. This limited-edition cigar features a rare Criollo-seed wrapper grown exclusively in the Connecticut River Valley, paired with a Mexican San Andrés negro binder and a blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers. The presentation is striking, with a fan pigtail cap and closed foot. Its mottled, dark chocolate wrapper glistens with oils […]
Hudson, NH – In celebration of Two Guys Smoke Shop’s 40th Anniversary, industry legends Nick Perdomo of Perdomo Cigars and David Garofalo, owner of Two Guys Smoke Shop, have teamed up to create a truly special cigar: the Perdomo Two Guys 40th Anniversary Limited Edition — a tribute to 40 years of passion, perseverance, and premium cigars. Crafted by legendary cigar maker Nick Perdomo, this exclusive Figurado was blended to honor both Two Guys Smoke […]