Recently I had the honor of joining a group of fellow cigar enthusiasts from my local cigar club – Sticks and Spirits Cigar Club – to sample and talk about the new Isabela Cigars Transporter and also the Isabela Guerrillas. The group gathered virtually from across the country on a Saturday afternoon, led by group Read more about Cigar Review: Isabela Cigars Transporter – Rated 93[…]
From the beginning, Joya de Nicaragua has had close ties with the United States. The US was the first market Joya de Nicaragua explored and during the early 1970’s, became the official cigar of the White House. The United States continues to be one of JDN’s most influential markets, gaining many amigos and partners, several Read more about Cigar News: JOYA DE NICARAGUA INTRODUCES CUATRO CINCO – EDICIÓN AMERICANA TAA EXCLUSIVE[…]
Back in late 2020, Jeffrey Amendola, owner of Amendola Family Cigars, announced the company would be relocating the manufacturing of their cigars to different production factories. One of those was the company’s Padrino cigar which is now being produced at Tabacalera A.J. Fernandez. The Padrino falls under the Amendola Signature Series line of Cigars. Originally, Read more about Cigar Review: Amendola Signature Series Padrino Belicoso – Rated 92[…]
Back in early February, Tarazona Cigars announced a line extension to their Caraballo 828 Silverback known as the “The Benjamins”. The (6 x 52) Torpedo, joins The Sterling (5 x 50 Perfecto) in this limited edition line. When I spoke to company owner, Eddie Tarazona, he informed me that this particular cigar has been aging Read more about Cigar Review: Tarazona Cigars “The Benjamins” Caraballo 828 Silverback Edición Limitada – Rated 95[…]
Crowned Heads has announced its latest installment to the TAA ESP (Exclusive Series Product) line; ‘The Lost Angel—TAA 2021.’ The Lost Angel 2021 by Crowned Heads is the prequel to The Angels Anvil (2014-19) TAA Exclusive series, and explores the darker side of the Angels Anvil story’s protagonist. The company notes: “The original Angels Anvil Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces The Lost Angel-TAA 2021[…]
In October of 2020, Alec Bradley Cigars added an an extension to the Experimental Series Project 40 line – this time with a maduro wrapper. The project 40 Maduro continues to represent Alec Bradley founder, Alan Rubin’s belief that cigars create a positive impact on both mind and body. ‘Project 40’ is the name for Read more about Cigar Review: Alec Bradley Project 40 Maduro 05.50 – Rated 92[…]
If you recall, back in October of 2020, Tarazona Cigars announced a special new bundled line of cigars known as the Mazo 305. The Spanish word “mazo” means bundle in English. The new production line for the company was born out of a cancelled large chain shop order and their loss is your gain as Read more about Cigar Review: Tarazona Cigars Mazo 305 Habano Robusto – Rated 91[…]
What do you get when a Cuban Master Blender and Colombian cigar enthusiast have a chance meeting? You get the birth of a new cigar line. Acosta Cigars is the creation of Cuban master blender Delvis Leiva and Columbian Cigar enthusiast Yezid Acosta who has been on a constant quest for the perfect taste, aroma, Read more about Cigar Review: Acosta Cigars La Lujuria – Rated 90[…]
Founded in 2018, Echelon Cigar Company was started in Southern California by longtime friends and squadmates Nolan Meadnis and Allen Gonzalez, along with Nolan’s wife Kat, who all decided to combine their love for cigars with their desire to become business owners. You may remember seeing Kat on the Ladies of the Leaf episode on Read more about Cigar Review: Echelon Cigars Officer Series Maduro Robusto – Rated 94[…]
Ten years ago, the Epic Cigars brand hit the market. It was a small boutique cigar company owned and founded by Dean Parsons, a Real Estate professional in the Turks & Caicos Islands who is now a permanent resident of the Dominican Republic. Dean started traveling to the Dominican Republic in 2005 where he met Read more about Cigar Review: Epic Cigars “Ten” – Rated 94[…]
Announced late in 2020, the Military-inspired DEFENDER from Frontline Cigars continues with the spirit of supporting our Nations’ First Responders and Military. The DEFENDER pairs up with their Law Enforcement-inspired Blue Line Cigar. Jack Bridson, co-owner of Frontline Cigars, stated: “The Green Line DEFENDER is draped in a silky Mexican San Andreas Maduro wrapper with Read more about Cigar Review: Frontline Cigars Defender Robusto – Rated 91[…]
Back in July of 2020, you know, the year we all wish to forget, HVC Cigars released their newest craft called the Hot Cake. The company notes that it is a follow-up to the Pan Caliente limited edition that was released back in 2016. If you are interested in the relation, the phrase “pan caliente” Read more about Cigar Review: HVC Hot Cake Laguito #5 – Rated 95[…]
Kicking off 2021, Southern Draw Cigars announced a cigar that has been years in the making – the MANZANITA. The process of creating this blend started way back in the early days of Southern Draw Cigars when Robert and Sharon Holt were meeting with AJ Fernandez and his team at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez. As the Read more about Cigar Review: Southern Draw Cigars Manzanita – Rated 95[…]
Did you ever wonder what makes Cuban tobacco so rich and flavorful? Is it the tropical climate? Maybe it’s the volcanic soil? Or is it because of the natural nutrients washed down from nearby mountains over the centuries that has made the soil so especially fertile? Whatever the reason, you can now experience the taste Read more about Cigar News: J.C. Newman Announces the Havana Q[…]