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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
In a nod to Lunar New Year traditions, Drew Estate has unveiled the Liga Privada Unico Serie Bakkwa, a special edition cigar that encapsulates the essence of the festive season. Available exclusively through CoH Cigars in Hong Kong, this release is designed to honor one of the most significant celebrations in Asian culture. The Liga […]
Altadis U.S.A. is set to introduce its most exclusive Montecristo cigar yet at the upcoming PCA trade show in Las Vegas—the Montecristo 1935 Edición Doble Diamante, retailing at $150 per cigar. Crafted under the expertise of Rafael Nodal, vice president of product capability for Tabacalera USA, the Montecristo 1935 Edición Doble Diamante boasts an unparalleled […]
General Cigar Co. has announced the return of the CAO Amazon Basin for 2024, marking its first shipment since January 2022. This unique 6 x 52 toro features an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and a blend of fillers from Brazil, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic. The standout Brazilian Bragança tobacco, harvested only every […]
Joya de Nicaragua announces the return of the Joya Cabinetta Lancero, a beloved but niche favorite, in a limited edition for 2024. With only 1,000 boxes available globally, this release revives the Lancero vitola, absent since its 2016 brand update. The Cabinetta blend, known for its dual wrappers of Ecuadorian Shade CT and Nicaraguan H. […]
Spirits News
Glenmorangie, the Highland single malt Scotch whisky distillery, has unveiled its latest creation: the Glenmorangie Calvados Cask Finish. This release marks a significant milestone as it is the first time Glenmorangie has finished its whisky in French Calvados casks, adding a unique twist to its 12-Year-Old small batch whisky collection. The Glenmorangie Calvados Cask Finish […]
Grammy-winning musician Chris Stapleton and Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley have collaborated to introduce Traveller Whiskey. This new offering is a premium blended whiskey and signifies a first-of-its-kind partnership between the distillery and the artist. Traveller Whiskey has been developed at Buffalo Trace Distillery. The development process involved extensive trials with over 50 […]
Lux Row Distillers, the renowned bourbon creators, have announced the launch of their latest offering, Rebel Small Batch Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This new addition is a testament to the distiller’s commitment to quality and tradition, featuring hand-selected barrels blended meticulously into small batches. Rebel Small Batch Reserve Infographic Rebel Small Batch Reserve – […]
J. Mattingly 1845, a historic Kentucky distillery, is offering personalized bourbon bottles, catering to the festive spirit of the holiday season. This initiative allows customers to create their custom bourbon blends, both online and in-person at their distillery in Frankfort, KY. Since its establishment in 1845, the Mattingly family has been a prominent name in […]
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