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Blind Cigar Reviews
Today, I’m reviewing the Rare Finds Blend 1011-42, a cigar crafted by Henke and Klaas Kelner exclusively for The Tobacconist of Greenwich. This cigar, aged 3-5 years, hails from the Dominican Republic, continuing the legacy of quality tobacco from the Kelner family, renowned for their work with Davidoff and their own Kelner Cigars, S.A.S. in […]
In the world of cigar accessories, it’s often a choice between low-priced, subpar tools and high-priced, high-quality ones. Finding a brand that strikes the perfect balance between quality and affordability is a rare gem. LIHTUN, a sub-brand of Xifei Cigar Accessories, offers a selection of innovative cigar tools that are built to last without costing […]
Budget friendly brand Penn Standard is cigar using a Pennsylvania Broadleaf maduro wrapper. I haven’t smoked this brand before and I tend to shy away from “budget” smokes as they tend to be under fermented or underfilled. I’d rather spend more on better tobacco and enjoy the time I have to smoke. That being said […]
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 […]
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 […]
The eleventh edition of Davidoff’s tribute to the signs of the Chinese Zodiac is the Year of the rabbit. It’s a large double perfecto with an Ecuadorian wrapper Mexican binder with Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers respectively. I’ve been able to smoke all the editions thus far and they have all be well received in their […]
Cigar World News
Drew Estate, renowned for its Liga Privada brand, introduces a new addition to the Único Serie – Porchetta. Following the tradition of naming cigars after pork dishes, such as Pork Beli and Pancetta, the Liga Privada Único Serie Porchetta is inspired by the traditional Italian roasted pork dish, celebrated for its rich layers and savory […]
HVC, under the guidance of Reinier Lorenzo, is preparing to launch the HVC Hot Cake Maduro in a fresh half corona vitola, expected in the first week of December. This addition to the Hot Cake Maduro line maintains the essence of the original blend while incorporating subtle tweaks to the recipe. Crafted at Reinier’s Fabrica […]
In 2022, ADV & McKay embarked on a new venture, unveiling the La Llorona line—a testament to the company’s commitment to storytelling through cigars. Named after a character from Latin American folklore, La Llorona is not just a cigar; it’s a narrative woven into the larger tapestry of the ADVentura storyline. The La Llorona line […]
Rick Rodriguez, co-owner and blender at West Tampa Tobacco Company, proudly introduces the latest addition to their lineup—“Boliche Boulevard”. This cigar serves as a homage to the rich Cuban culinary tradition thriving along Tampa’s Columbus Drive, affectionately known as “Boliche Boulevard” among locals. Expressing the personal significance of this release, Rodriguez highlights the deliberate choice […]
Spirits News
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Islay distillery, Ardbeg, has announced a new whisky, Ardbeg Anthology: The Harpy’s Tale. This is the first release in the brand’s Anthology Collection, which aims to present a series of single malts matured in different cask types. The Harpy’s Tale has been aged for 13 years in both ex-bourbon and Sauternes wine casks. This combination […]
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