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Cigar Review: Emperor’s Cut Cigars Red Tail Series Hellfighter Box Pressed Torpedo – Rated 93

The Emperor’s Cut Cigars Red Tail Series Hellfighter is a cigar with a story rooted in American military history. According to Emperor’s Cut, the cigar was created as a tribute to the Harlem Hellfighters, the famed African American regiment whose soldiers fought with distinction during World War I. The company describes the Hellfighter as embodying Read more about Cigar Review: Emperor’s Cut Cigars Red Tail Series Hellfighter Box Pressed Torpedo – Rated 93[…]

Cigar Review: Hiram & Solomon Cigars Fraternal Flame Toro – Rated 92

Hiram & Solomon Cigars has long intertwined premium cigars with Masonic symbolism, and the Fraternal Flame takes that connection a step further. Introduced at the 2026 PCA Trade Show, the limited-edition cigar was crafted for Right Worshipful Larry A. Derr, Past Grand Master of Masons of Pennsylvania. The cigar began shipping to retailers in July Read more about Cigar Review: Hiram & Solomon Cigars Fraternal Flame Toro – Rated 92[…]

Cigar Review: The Azorian Robusto by Tradecraft Cigars – Rated 92

Tradecraft Cigars has built its portfolio around blends whose names and presentations draw inspiration from history, espionage, and military operations. The Azorian follows that theme, taking its name from Project Azorian, the highly secretive Cold War-era CIA effort to recover the sunken Soviet submarine K-129 from the Pacific Ocean. The cigars were blended by Rob Read more about Cigar Review: The Azorian Robusto by Tradecraft Cigars – Rated 92[…]

Cigar Review: Artista Cigars Buffalo TEN Broadleaf Box Pressed Toro – Rated 92

The Buffalo TEN line has always been about delivering value without making the cigar feel like a value cigar. First introduced in 2019, Buffalo TEN became one of El Artista’s recognizable value-priced lines, beginning with the Maduro and followed by the Natural in 2020 and Connecticut in 2021. The company rebranded from El Artista to Read more about Cigar Review: Artista Cigars Buffalo TEN Broadleaf Box Pressed Toro – Rated 92[…]

Cigar Review: Segovias de Estelí Oscuro Robusto – Rated 89

Segovias de Estelí is a Nicaraguan cigar brand with roots in Antigua Estelí and the work of Art Garcia. Produced at Tabacalera Segovias de Estelí S.A. in Estelí, Nicaragua, the portfolio includes a number of blends designed around Nicaraguan tobacco and distinctive wrapper selections. For today’s review, I turn my attention to the Segovias de Read more about Cigar Review: Segovias de Estelí Oscuro Robusto – Rated 89[…]

Cigar Review: Warfighter Tobacco Company 10th Anniversary Toro – Rated 93

Ten years in the premium cigar business is certainly a milestone worth recognizing, and Warfighter Tobacco Company is marking its first decade with the Warfighter 10th Anniversary. Warfighter Tobacco Company was formed in 2016 by combat veterans Scott Jansen and Jon Simons, who had served together after meeting at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Their shared appreciation Read more about Cigar Review: Warfighter Tobacco Company 10th Anniversary Toro – Rated 93[…]

Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua Cinco de Cinco Corona Doble – Rated 94

Joya de Nicaragua has never been shy about celebrating its history, and the Cinco de Cinco is a cigar built around an important milestone for Nicaragua’s oldest cigar factory. Originally introduced in 2023 to commemorate the company’s 55th anniversary, the name Cinco de Cinco translates to “Five out of Five.” The blend itself has an Read more about Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua Cinco de Cinco Corona Doble – Rated 94[…]

Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Sangre de Toro Sangre de Bestia No. 2 – Rated 94

There are certain names in the premium cigar industry that immediately command attention, and Arturo Fuente is certainly one of them. The Don Carlos line has long occupied a special place within the company’s portfolio, traditionally showcasing the marriage of Dominican tobacco with African Cameroon wrapper. The Don Carlos Sangre de Toro takes that familiar Read more about Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Sangre de Toro Sangre de Bestia No. 2 – Rated 94[…]

Cigar Review: Mass Premium Cigars Series No. 2 – The Barber Pole – Rated 92

There is something about a well-constructed barber-pole cigar that immediately grabs your attention. The contrasting wrapper leaf make a statement before the cigar is ever cut or lit, but ultimately the presentation has to be backed up by the smoking experience. Today I am taking a look at the Mass Premium Cigars Series No. 2 Read more about Cigar Review: Mass Premium Cigars Series No. 2 – The Barber Pole – Rated 92[…]

Cigar Review: Honeybee Cigars La Loca Leeland BP Toro – Rated 90

The La Loca Leeland Deluxe is part of the boutique portfolio from HoneyBee Cigars, a Florida-based cigar company founded by Brianna “Bri” Chiuchiolo. HoneyBee says the company was established in 2024, drawing inspiration from Chiuchiolo’s childhood exposure to the cigar business through her father’s cigar shop. The company’s stated approach centers on small-batch production and Read more about Cigar Review: Honeybee Cigars La Loca Leeland BP Toro – Rated 90[…]

Cigar Review: 601 Blue Label 20th Anniversary Toro Grande L.E. – Rated 92

Twenty years is a significant milestone for any cigar brand, and in 2026 Espinosa Premium Cigars celebrates two decades of the 601 line with the Espinosa 601 20th Anniversary Maduro. The commemorative release pays tribute to a brand that has been an important part of Erik Espinosa’s portfolio while offering a presentation and blend designed Read more about Cigar Review: 601 Blue Label 20th Anniversary Toro Grande L.E. – Rated 92[…]