Cigar News: Foundation Begins Shipping It’s New Line Metapa to Cigar Shops Nationwide

Posted on October 20, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Foundation Cigar Company, renowned for its commitment to quality and tradition, begins shipping its new line, Metapa, to cigar shops throughout the USA. Inspired by the birth town of Rubén Darío, a legendary Nicaraguan poet, Metapa pays homage to Nicaragua’s rich cultural heritage and the artistry behind its world-class cigars. Nicholas Melillo, founder and Master Blender of Foundation Cigar Company notes: Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Begins Shipping It’s New Line Metapa to Cigar Shops Nationwide[…]

Cigar Review: J.C. Newman Brickhouse Bricktoberfest 2023 – Rated 95

For the past six years, J.C. Newman has released a limited-time Bricktoberfest cigar. This year was the 6th anniversary of the release. The Brick House Bricktoberfest 2023 is expressed in a (6 x 52) toro with a pigtail cap. The blend is described as: The cigars come packaged in 10 count Cuban style boxes and Read more about Cigar Review: J.C. Newman Brickhouse Bricktoberfest 2023 – Rated 95[…]

Cigar Review: All Saints Dedicacion Habano Mitre – Rated 89

Introduced at the 2022 PCA Trade show, the All Saints Dedicacion Mitre is a special (5 x 54) vitola that is designed to look like the hat, of the same name, worn by Roman Catholic bishops and abbots as well as some Anglican and Lutheran bishops. It is not quite a torpedo and not quite Read more about Cigar Review: All Saints Dedicacion Habano Mitre – Rated 89[…]

Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust – Dondurma Golden Child – Rated 95

A Little Dondurma History Back, in the middle of the pandemic, in the year 2019, Steve Saka shipped a special, exclusive release cigar to Secreto Cigar Bar in Ferndale, Michigan. That cigar, known as the “Dondurma” was something Steve blended even further back in 2015. According to Steve: “I decided not to sell it because Read more about Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust – Dondurma Golden Child – Rated 95[…]

Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Habano Robusto – Rated 95

Announced over a year ago, the Crux Epicure Habano is the 3rd and long waited blend for the revered Epicure line. The previous two were the original Epicure and the Epicure Maduro. The new Crux Epicure Habano started shipping to retailers in July. Jeff Haugen, president of Crux Cigar noted: “The Habano will complete the Read more about Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Habano Robusto – Rated 95[…]

Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces Release of Bishops Blend Novemdiales

Posted on September 12, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the release of Bishops Blend Novemdiales to select retailers. Novemdiales is handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. It represents a revised iteration of the original Bishops Blend, by using a Pennsylvania wrapper with other slight revisions. Those that have grown to love this release will Read more about Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces Release of Bishops Blend Novemdiales[…]

Cigar News: Artesano Del Tobacco Starts Shipping the EL Pulpo Culebra “OCTO OCHO”

Posted on September 8, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Artesano Del Tobacco has announced the new EL Pulpo Culebra size called “OCTO OCHO”. These cigars will start shipping today September 8th, and they will be on their way to cigar shops nationwide. EL Pulpo Culebra “OCTO OCHO” is the same blend of the original EL Pulpo cigars with its San Andreas Maduro wrapper, Nicaraguan Read more about Cigar News: Artesano Del Tobacco Starts Shipping the EL Pulpo Culebra “OCTO OCHO”[…]

Drew Estate Introduces “Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado” Exclusively for International Markets

Posted on September 2, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Drew Estate is set to launch an entirely new expression of Liga Privada 10 that will become available at the Intertabac Show in Dortmund, Germany, beginning on Sept. 14. Available only to international markets, Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado (6 x 52, Toro) is handcrafted to highlight the bold characteristics of a specially curated Read more about Drew Estate Introduces “Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado” Exclusively for International Markets[…]

Cigar News: Black Star Line Cigars Announces Jean Baptiste Cigar

Posted on August 27, 2023 by bostonjimmie

Black Star Line Cigars will be releasing the highly anticipated Jean Baptiste cigar very soon. This is a special release that was made for Binnys Beverage Depot. Owner Aric Bey states: “This is a great way to pay homage to Jean Baptiste Pointe Dusable. He is the founder of Chicago and many don’t know he Read more about Cigar News: Black Star Line Cigars Announces Jean Baptiste Cigar[…]

Cigar Review: Espinosa La Bomba Warhead IX – Rated 91

In June of this year, it was announced that Espinosa Premium Cigars was releasing their 9th iteration of the company’s signature La Bomba Warhead. The La Bomba Warhead IX is a continuation of the limited-edition 601 La Bomba Warhead series the company began back in 2013. This year iteration is a (6 x 56) perfecto Read more about Cigar Review: Espinosa La Bomba Warhead IX – Rated 91[…]

Cigar Review: Ohana Nui Cigars Aloha Toro – Rated 98

Early in 2023 Ohana Cigars and 262 Cigars, two Texas based cigar companies announced a new collaboration and formation of a new cigar company known as Ohana Nui. The name is Hawaiian for “Big Family”. The formation resulted in Ohana Cigars having a 10% stake in 262 Cigars and the latter having a 10% stake Read more about Cigar Review: Ohana Nui Cigars Aloha Toro – Rated 98[…]

Cigar Review: Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata Vibrato – Rated 92

Keeping true to form with the theme of his Aging Room Quatrro line, Rafael Nodal has recently released the latest in the line – the Quattro Nicaragua Sonata. This has been a much-awaited cigar since the company’s release of the award-winning Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua back in 2019. The Sonata is Rafael’s way to describe Read more about Cigar Review: Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata Vibrato – Rated 92[…]

Cigar Review: Flatbush Cigar Co. The Doorman Toro – Rated 94

Today I would like to introduce you to another new cigar brand that has found its way to my doorstep. The brand name is Flatbush Cigar Co. According to the parent company, Gotham Cigars: “Gotham Cigars is the largest online purveyor of cigars in the United States. Over 20 years ago, Gotham Cigars’ founder and president, Read more about Cigar Review: Flatbush Cigar Co. The Doorman Toro – Rated 94[…]

Cigar Review: Artesano Del Tobacco El Pulpo Toro Grande – Rated 96

Back in October of 2022, I was fortunate to receive some samples of the pre-release version of the Artesano Del Tobacco El Pulpo. I found it to be a pleasant cigar, but then again it was a pre-release and today I want to offer you my review on the production El Pulpo release that started Read more about Cigar Review: Artesano Del Tobacco El Pulpo Toro Grande – Rated 96[…]