The Montecristo Platinum Robusto is meticulously crafted in La Romana, Dominican Republic by Altadis, a subsidiary of the British conglomerate Imperial Brands. This brand boasts a rich heritage, traditionally renowned as one of the most coveted Cuban cigars globally. Interestingly, it’s worth noting that the Montecristo brand has a dual existence, with the Cuban version […]
RoMa Craft Tobac is giving aficionados a glimpse into its blending process with its new “CRAFT Maquette” series. Drawing inspiration from the world of sculpture and architecture, the series presents consumers with the evolving taste of a blend. Leading the series is “Il Nonno,” which translates from Italian as “grandpa.” This 5 x 52 robusto […]
Orkney-based distillery, Highland Park, has announced the addition of the “London Edition” to its Single Cask Series. The whisky will be available in the UK starting from 11th September, priced at an RRP of £390 with an ABV of 58.5%. The 18-year-old London Edition was distilled in 2002 and bottled in 2021. It matured in […]
Drew Estate, a prominent name in the cigar industry, is gearing up to release an exclusive new variant of Liga Privada 10. This distinct expression is scheduled to be unveiled at the Intertabac Show in Dortmund, Germany, on September 14, 2023. The “Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado,” which translates to “Market Selection,” pays homage […]
When Davidoff announced they were rereleasing the discontinued Davidoff Signature number one I was anxiously awaiting to try it. The lancero format is one of my favorite sizes as I feel you get a nice taste of the wrapper and with the concentrated tobaccos in the filler you can really pickup nuanced flavors. That’s not […]
Maker’s Mark, a notable name in the whisky industry, has announced the release of a new product, the Cellar Aged Bourbon. This release is set to challenge the prevalent notion in whisky production that emphasizes age as the primary quality marker. The company’s 8th generation whisky maker, Rob Samuels, highlighted that Maker’s Mark has traditionally […]
Every few years, I’m pleased to have the opportunity to introduce a new member to our blind review panel. In this instance, I’m thrilled to introduce Shiah Goldberg as our newest member. Shiah’s addition to our team marks an exciting new chapter, and I would like to share some insights into his background, perspective, and […]
Loch Lomond Whiskies, an independent distillery, has launched Steam & Fire, a distinctive single malt whisky aged in heavily charred American Oak casks. This release underscores the distillery’s expertise in distillation and maturation, and is inspired by the unique practices at the Loch Lomond Distillery near Loch Lomond’s shores. Unique to the distillery is its […]
Since 2015, French accessory manufacturer Les Fines Lames (LFL) has lived by two words “creation and innovation.” At the 2023 Premium Cigar Association Expo and Tradeshow, Les Fines Lames continue its journey of merging the worlds of wearable fashion accessories and the cigar world. The accessory manufacturer made a significant splash by being a tradeshow […]
It’s mid-afternoon on the third day of the 2023 Premium Cigar Association Tradeshow and Expo, and the tradeshow floor is still abuzz with retailers hustling for last-minute deals in a sea of booths. The permeate haze of cigar smoke is still thick in the air. At the heart of the Freud Cigar Company booth, the […]
General Cigar Company has introduced the CAO Flathead V23, extending the motorsport-themed Flathead series. The V23 is inspired by the iconic Ford GT40, a racecar known for its triple consecutive victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the 1960s. The V23’s packaging mirrors the GT40’s distinct color scheme and even incorporates tufted leather […]
Kyle Gellis of Warped Cigars has revealed the release of the Warped Moon Garden Especial. This new edition is similar to the original Moon Garden Lancero in terms of blend, but adjustments have been made to accommodate the different vitola sizes. Notably, the previous Moon Garden iteration from Warped was introduced five years earlier and […]