Up for review today is the new Delicado from La Instructora Cigars, a brand I fell in love with reviewing one of their limited edition blends that is now sadly out of production. The Delicado is notable as this brand’s only Connecticut wrapper cigar, in contrast with the brand’s other blends which feature bolder tobaccos. […]
When AVO announced the next blend in its annual Improvisation Series, I was excited. AVO has been one of my favorite brands ever since I went nuts for each blend in the (sadly discontinued) “Classic Covers Series.” Thankfully, 2019 has been a special year for AVO, with the brand releasing at least five new blends, […]
“Emotional roller coaster” is the term that comes to mind when describing my experience with My Father: The Judge. This cigar was first showcased at IPCPR 2016. The Judge was inspired by a dear friend of the Garcia family, who’s an actual judge. Just like the name implied, The Judge grand robusto has a larger […]
When the Cavalier Genève Series Black II hit my mailbox in a monthly package from Luxury Cigar Club, I was excited for two reasons. First, as a packaging nerd I was intrigued by the gold leaf that’s inlaid in the outer wrapper of the tobacco. Second, Cavalier Genève is a brand I’ve seen around quite […]
Up for review today is the Highclere Castle Victorian from Foundation Cigar Co. The cigar is a maduro version of the initial Highclere Castle cigar which was released in September of 2017 and which we reviewed (favorably) here. I’ve been a fan of just about every blend that Nick Mellilo and the Foundation Cigar Co […]
Up for review today is the Protocol Official Misconduct in the Corona Gordo size (5 5/8″ x 46). The cigars are made at Erik Espinosa’s La Zona factory in Nicaragua, a factory that produces (in my opinion) some of the most flavorful cigars on the market. I’ve likened La Zona in the past to Campbeltown, […]
Dewar’s 8 Year Caribbean Smooth Balanced Flavor for the Apprentice or Enthusiast in Cocktails or Neat Photo courtesy of Bacardi Ltd Whisky Reviewed: Dewar’s 8 Year Caribbean Smooth Distiller: John Dewar and Sons Region: Blended Scotch Whisky Suggested Retail Price: $25 ABV: 40% Whisky Apostle Rating: Stands Out Distiller Rating: 86 I’m sitting on my […]
Up for review today is the Dias de Gloria from AJ Fernandez. I saw a lot of buzz on social media (particularly AJ’s) in the leadup to this release, and given AJ’s penchant for blending truly delightful smokes, I was excited to give the cigar a smoke and review it. As luck would have it, […]
Up for review today is the “Dominican Blue” from Rock-A-Feller Cigars. It isn’t a cigar I can say I know much about, but I can say that I was very surprised when I smoked it. Read on to find out why… Appearance & Construction Cigar Reviewed: Rock-A-Feller Dominican Blue Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Sumatra Filler: […]
Happy Halloween everyone! Let’s review a smoke befitting the occasion: the Tatuaje “The Chuck.” If there’s one series of annual limited edition cigars that’s gained a cult following, it would have to be the Monster Series from Tatuaje. Dating all the way back to the mid 2000’s, the Monster Series showcases the imagination and craftsmanship […]
Sometimes it seems like 80% of the cigars I review on any given month just happen to be in some way connected to AJ Fernadnez, one of the most popular (and increasingly famous) blenders on the market. From ultra boutique brands like Viva La Vida to giant tobacco companies like Altadis, Fernandez is simply everywhere. […]
Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Balanced Power for the Adventurer After Dinner or With A Cigar Photo courtesy of Angel’s Envy Media & Logos – Louisville Distilling Co. LLC Whisky Reviewed: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Distiller: Louisville Distilling Co. LLC Region: Kentucky Suggested Retail Price: $400 ABV: 62% Wine Enthusiast Rating: 94 Distiller Rating: 92 Whiskeyreviewer […]