Today I would like to offer a review of one of the latest releases from the New England Cigar Militia. The cigar is the result of brand owner Kevin Parow’s determination to continue to develop small batch quality cigars. This latest one highlights the hard work that Parow has put in by taking his time Read more about Cigar Review: New England Cigar Militia Spy Glass Habano OG Robusto – Rated 96[…]
Aganorsa Leaf announced the 20th anniversary JFR (Just For Retailers) cigar earlier this year and started shipping them to retailers at the end of May 2025. The JFR line the company’s most popular brand in their portfolio. The JFR line has been known for its large ring gauges and wallet friendly price points for the Read more about Cigar Review – Aganorsa Leaf JFR 20 Years Toro – Rated 85[…]
Established in 2024, HoneyBee Cigars was founded by Brianna Chiuchiolo. Her father owned a cigar shop when she was growing up. The experience and memory of being around the aromas of tobacco drove her to establish a legacy cigar brand that honors her family’s past and those who put it all in to build a Read more about Cigar Review: Honeybee Cigars – G’s Flying Bees Perfecto – Rated 89[…]
Today I offer another review of a Kiki Momo Cigar. Known as the Gordo Designer 1, or simply the KFC102. This cigar is part of the company’s designer series, as you see in the photos. Keith Moskowitz, Founder of Kiki Momo Cigars notes: “As a young boy of twelve In the early 1970’s , my Read more about Cigar Review: Kiki Momo Gordo Designer 1 – Rated 92[…]
This year Hiram & Solomon Cigars announced the release of a new limited edition called Patriot Cigar that honors George F. Hamilton, the 91st Grand Master of Masons in Massachusetts. A portion of proceeds will support Most Worshipful Grand Master charitable efforts. The company calls the Patriot Cigar “a symbol of unwavering dedication to values, tradition, Read more about Cigar Review: Hiram & Solomon The Patriot Toro – Rated 97[…]
Today I offer the third in a series of reviews of Madre Tierra Cigars. The just released Madre Tierra Sumatra Toro is the subject of today’s review. According to the company’s website: “Madre Tierra is a family-owned and operated brand of fine cigars, all hand made in Tamboril, Dominican Republic. Our blended Cigars compliment the finest tobacco grown Read more about Cigar Review: Madre Tierra Sumatra Toro- Rated 94[…]
Those that know me, know that I have always been one to give a voice to small premium cigar brands. In fact, I built the Stogie Press brand on a foundation of small brands. So, when I smoke a cigar that is special and it comes from a small company with limited resources, I perk Read more about Cigar Review: Fathom & Fury Cigars – No Quarter Given Toro – Rated 95[…]
Today I would like to offer a review of one of the latest blends from Tabacalera Caballeros known as the J16. This is one a few new limited-edition blends coming of the small and growing premium cigar company that has operations in the Dominican Republic. The Tabacalera Caballeros J16 blend is described by the company Read more about Cigar Review: Tabacalera Caballeros J16 Box Pressed Toro – Rated 96[…]
It’s About The Brotherhood! That is the tag line for Brothers Smokin’ Stogies and it is what we all enjoy. Sitting down with fellow cigar enthusiasts and enjoying a good cigar, whether it be in a lounge, a home, an event or a virtual herf. We share stories and learn more about each other puff Read more about Cigar Review: Brothers Smokin’ Stogies – Espirit de Corps Corona – Rated 90[…]
Black Star Line Cigars rolled out their latest blend at the 2025 PCA trade show. As the newest core line for the company, the Meadowood MLK was blended and handcrafted at Tabacalera La Isla. Bey noted: “This is a very significant and not well-known piece of history. Martin Luther King Jr worked on a tobacco Read more about Cigar Review: Black Star Line Meadowood MLK Robusto – Rated 96[…]
In June of 2025, Cohiba announced their latest release of the renowned Spectre cigar. The 2025 edition is hand crafted at at General Cigar Dominicana in the Dominican Republic. The company went all out with the packaging of this gem. The company went with a an upscale cylindrical wooden box that opens to unveil 10 Read more about Cigar Review: Cohiba Spectra 2025 – Rated 96[…]
Introduced at the 2025 PCA Trade Show, the Mr. Sinistro is Sinistro Cigars’ newest release. This now makes five different “Mr.” blends from the company (Mr. White, Mr. Red, Mr. Black, Mr. Desflorado, Mr. Sinistro). The Mr. Sinistro cigar is made at the acclaimed Artista Cigars factory in the Dominican Republic which is a recent Read more about Cigar Review: Sinistro Cigars – Mr. Sinistro Robusto – Rated 94[…]
Introduced at the 2025 PCA Trade Show, the Gurkha Year of The Snake by Oliva Cigar, was one of three Year of the Snakes the company showcased. The other two were by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, Oscar Valladares and we will have a review of them shortly. The Gurkha Year of The Snake by Oliva Cigar is made Read more about Cigar Review: Gurkha Year of The Snake by Oliva Cigar – Rated 91[…]
Five years is a significant milestone for a cigar brand. It signifies the brand has grown and sustained itself in the crowded field of premium cigars. Five years is certainly worthy of celebrating with special cigar release that defines who the company is, what they have learned over the years about blending, leaf selection, production Read more about Cigar Review: Rebellion Cigars Screaming Skull – Rated 95[…]