Cigar News: Undercrown Dojo Dogma Limited Release Now Shipping to Drew Diplomat Retailers

Posted on September 25, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Drew Estate announces today that the 2019 limited release of the Undercrown Dojo Dogma is now shipping to Drew Diplomat retailers nationwide. The Undercrown Dojo Dogma and accompanying shelf merchandizer were showcased at the 2019 IPCPR trade show held in Las Vegas, Nevada. In 2014, the Dojo Dogma was the commemorative cigar for the one-year Read more about Cigar News: Undercrown Dojo Dogma Limited Release Now Shipping to Drew Diplomat Retailers[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces “CHC Reserve XVIII Full Court Press LE 2019”

Posted on September 25, 2019September 25, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Back in 2018, Crowned Heads released a brand inspired by and dedicated to its loyalists (the Crowned Heads ‘Court’) known as the CHC Reserve XVIII. That cigar, was received well by the industry and received high marks from the media. Stogie Press rated it a 96 and stated: “This cigar is certainly one of the Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces “CHC Reserve XVIII Full Court Press LE 2019”[…]

Cigar 101: Wtf Are These Cigar Acronyms And Terms? – By Mike Holmes

Posted on September 23, 2019 by bostonjimmie

For this months cigar 101 topic I really had to think hard on what I wanted to write about. I know I put a feeler out for ideas, unfortunately I decided not to use them! Sorry folks. Instead I got an excellent idea for a very informative article. It seems like weekly, I see this Read more about Cigar 101: Wtf Are These Cigar Acronyms And Terms? – By Mike Holmes[…]

Cigar Review: Alec & Bradley Blind Faith – Rated 89

Posted on September 23, 2019May 15, 2020 by bostonjimmie

In 2018, Alec Bradley Cigars showcased a new line from Alan Rubin’s sons Alec and Bradley. Yes that is how the name of Alan’s company got it’s name. At the time Alec was 26 and Bradley was 22 and both worked for the company primarily in marketing and sales support. The new line showcased was Read more about Cigar Review: Alec & Bradley Blind Faith – Rated 89[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: A Deep Conversation with Jessi “VICTMS” Flores – Cigar Culture Artist

Posted on September 22, 2019September 22, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Jessi (VICTMS) Flores – A name as synonymous with Drew Estate Cigars as Jonathan Drew himself. For those that may not be fully tuned in, Jessi was the Director of Subculture Studios, the art side of Drew Estate. After being discovered by Jonathon 20 years ago, Jessi has been producing amazing art for the company with Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: A Deep Conversation with Jessi “VICTMS” Flores – Cigar Culture Artist[…]

Cigar Review: Left Hand Cigars Lefthander – Rated 92

Posted on September 21, 2019October 7, 2022 by bostonjimmie

Back in 2018, Familia Rodriguez Tobacos LLC which is the parent company of Ohana Cigars created a new brand known as the Left Hand Cigar Company. Recently I received some samples of their blends to review on Stogie Press and the one I was most interested in reviewing was the Box Pressed Broadleaf Maduro known Read more about Cigar Review: Left Hand Cigars Lefthander – Rated 92[…]

Cigar News: Drew Estate Announces Liga Privada Unico Pancetta as Liga Privada Lounge Exclusive

Posted on September 20, 2019September 20, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Drew Estate announces today the release of the limited edition Liga Privada Unico Pancetta as a Liga Privada Lounge exclusive for Wooden Indian Tobacco Shop in Havertown, PA and Barrister Cigars in Union, NJ. This once a year release will be available at these two retail locations, beginning on October 19th, when each of these Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate Announces Liga Privada Unico Pancetta as Liga Privada Lounge Exclusive[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley to Add ‘Chunk’ Size to Magic Toast

Posted on September 19, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Alec Bradley Cigar Co. today announced that they are expanding the popular and critically acclaimed Magic Toast line of cigars. Alec Bradley will be adding a 4 ½” X 60 ring gauge cigar named the “Chunk” to the line as a permanent extension. Alec Bradley Magic Toast was first announced as the ‘Mystery Cigar’ prior Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley to Add ‘Chunk’ Size to Magic Toast[…]

Cigar Review: Providencia Cigars Bloodshot – Rated 94

Posted on September 18, 2019September 18, 2019 by bostonjimmie

It was eight years, in 2011, when Providencia Cigars founder, Jim Faber was almost kidnapped at gunpoint while supporting a youth soccer program he set up in Honduras. The years seem to have flown by, but that memory never fades from Jim or those he is close to. Through the creation of Providencia Cigars, Jim Read more about Cigar Review: Providencia Cigars Bloodshot – Rated 94[…]

Cigar Review: Karl Malone Barrel Aged Robusto by La Aurora Cigars – Rated 90

Posted on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by bostonjimmie

One of the cigars being featured at the Miami Cigar Co. booth at this year’s Premium Cigar Association Trade Show was the Barrel Aged Karl Malone. Yes, this is a collaborative effort between NBA Basketball star Karl Malone and La Aurora. The process used to make this cigar is described by the company as aging Read more about Cigar Review: Karl Malone Barrel Aged Robusto by La Aurora Cigars – Rated 90[…]

Cigar News: Michael Serota Named Alec Bradley Cigar Co. Vice President of Sales

Posted on September 16, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Alec Bradley Cigar Co. founder Alan Rubin announced today the promotion of Michael Serota to Vice President of Sales. Michael joined Alec Bradley in May of 2011 and has worked his way through many different roles- including operations, sales support and, most recently, key account management. Alan notes: “Michael is an integral part of the Read more about Cigar News: Michael Serota Named Alec Bradley Cigar Co. Vice President of Sales[…]

Cigar Review: El Artista Buffalo TEN – Rated 90

Posted on September 15, 2019September 15, 2019 by bostonjimmie

By now you have read the numerous articles and reviews I have done on El Artista, one of the largest vertically integrated cigar factories in the Dominican Republic. This year the company showcased a value priced cigar, known as the Buffalo TEN, at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas. The cigar is Read more about Cigar Review: El Artista Buffalo TEN – Rated 90[…]

Cigar News: AJ FERNANDEZ TO DISTRIBUTE VIVA LA VIDA CIGARS

Posted on September 14, 2019September 14, 2019 by bostonjimmie

AJ Fernandez will not only manufacture Viva La Vida cigars, but also distribute the brand as well. The Viva La Vida was recently rated 95 on Stogie Press. Former New York City cigar retailers Billy and Gus Fakih released the brand in March and have now agreed to use AJ Fernandez’ sales force across the country. Read more about Cigar News: AJ FERNANDEZ TO DISTRIBUTE VIVA LA VIDA CIGARS[…]

Cigar Lounge: Casa de Montecristo – Nashville, TN

Posted on September 14, 2019January 1, 2020 by bostonjimmie

The last stop I made while visiting Nashville in August, was Casa de Montecristo. Honestly, I did not think I would have time to get there, but I found a way, and my son Dominic and I started a Friday evening in Nashville with cigars and tall pours of port wine. Namon Anderson, one of Read more about Cigar Lounge: Casa de Montecristo – Nashville, TN[…]