Joya De Nicaragua Numero Uno is yet another one of this iconic brand’s amazing newer selections. The line started as the No. 1 in 2017, and was only offered to World Leaders by Nicaraguan ambassadors.Número Uno is now part of the “Masterpieces” collection meaning Joya’s top of the line offerings.
Numero Uno is one of Cigar Aficionado’s highest rated cigars coming in at an astounding 95! This creamy, smooth, mild to medium bodied masterpiece is considered one of this company’s greatest achievements. If you prefer milder smokes with complex flavor notes and want to be impressed, this is the Joya to check out!
With this in mind, it’s no surprise why so many seasoned smokers and newcomers alike are rediscovering this time honored brand.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: Juan Martinez, Alejandro Martinez Cuenca
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I’ve been asking our Web Master for the option to add a six star to use on rare occasions without success so far. This amazing cigar would most definitely be one of those instances. If you’re a mild to medium loving smoker you’ll have to pass this powerhouse by unless you want your taste buds stress tested to a very high degree. This stick was two years in the making to get the blend just right. After an inch or so after lighting up, your senses will be enveloped in a definitive array of cocoa, black coffee, spices and pure tobacco flavors that gain strength and intensity as you cautiously move forward. This is a true HE MAN stick that is a joy to behold and worth twice the price. Buckle Up….Big time!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican – Nicaraguan
Binder – Sumatra
Wrapper Type – Maduro
What our headline doesn’t state about the great Java Brand is that this cigar was a joint collaboration between Rocky Patel and Jonathan Drew of Drew Estate fame! These two masters created a brand that is still going strong after 16 years!
The sharply box pressed Latte edition blend has been ever so slowly infused with just more than a hint of Mocha Java. This medium bodied, very smooth and deceivingly sweet cigar also has an amazing aroma as well.If you’re looking for a great smoking experience any time of the day or night, Java Latte a must try for sure! The old school pigtailed cap is a nice touch!
Wrapper – Connecticut shade / Binder and Filler – Nicaragua
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In the six years since this edition was released, it’s gained more and more fans. After a slow start this stick was just rated 92 and achieved a top 25 cigar status in 2020. This was no surprise to those of us that have been enjoying it over the years. Unlike many of the company’s stronger entries, this stick is medium bodied and very user friendly. With the just the right amount of sweetness, tobacco taste, slight spice and strength, many new smokers found a favorite. Pick your favorite size and grab a five pack. This is thoroughly enjoyable smoking experience!
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Corojo
Wrapper Type – Ecuador Habano
Macanudo Inspirado Orange is the first of the company’s hugely successful boutique entries.
With that being said, the Inspirado Orange line started out as a European exclusive, but eventually made its way to the United States in 2018. Since then, Inspirado Orange has earned countless awards and solidified its spot as a humidor must-have worldwide.
Unlike the traditional Cafe series, this style was more medium bodied with a smooth character and more moderate price. The success of the “Orange” entry led to the additions of Black, Red, White and Green Inspirado brands.
Receiving a 92 rating from Cigar Aficionado caught the eyes of many non Macanudo smokers to say the very least. Their description is spot on. ” Inspirado Orange is simply a great cigar that produces a rich, buttery smoke enriched by leather and mesquite qualities and a bright finish of almonds and black pepper.” Getting a 93 from Blind Man’s Puff backs up the accolades as well. “This was an enjoyable cigar from start to finish.”
If you’ve never tried one of these highly rated cigars, now’s you chance. Any one you choose is a top pick!
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Honduran
Binder: Honduran
Filler: Honduran, Dominican Republic, Nicaraguan
Factory: HATSABlender: Jhonys Diaz
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These cigars are one of the Industry’s best kept secret. What many folks don’t know is that the fillers and binders of “Premium” cigars is what’s knows as long leaf filler which is very, very costly. These three editions use all the vintage tobaccos that Fuente is known for in short and medium form instead. These contents are then encased in an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper which yields a perfectly drawing, extremely flavorful medium bodied world class cigar than can be enjoyed every day without guilt.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuador
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican
Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia DR
Blender: Carlos Fuente Jr.
This is a cigar like no other. The tobacco used is cured in barns that burn hardwoods like oak and maple to infuse a totally unique flavor into the leaves. This original edition started the brand and is pleasantly medium bodied.
With attention to detail, the blend features Kentucky seed tobacco, grown and fire cured in Kentucky, along with Nicaraguan and Brazilian fillers. The cigar is then wrapped with a Mexican San Andres wrapper to round out the flavor profile.
The result is a smoking experience that is totally unique in the world of premium cigars.
Romeo y Julieta 1875 Nicaragua is a great example of why this legendary brand retains its top spot in the industry.
With attention to detail, this great cigar is the creation of the Plasencia factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. Arriving in 2018, it surprised a lot of smokers. For starters, unlike many Nicaraguan puros, this one is actually mild to medium bodied. The big difference is it has all the flavor and taste you’d expect from a Romeo without being overpowering.
FYI, the folks at Blind Man’s Puff rated it a 91. One reviewer describes it perfectly. ” For a mild cigar this one checked off many of the points I like from a fuller bodied and fuller flavored cigar. I feel this is a cigar for almost anyone to enjoy, and look forward to smoking one again soon!” To put it another way, if you prefer a tamer smoke but don’t want to miss out on the best of what Nicaraguan tobacco has to offer, this one is a must try!
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaragua Habano
Binder: Nicaragua Habano
Filler: Nicaragua Habano
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Blender: Grupo De Maestros
The Falchion Collector’s Edition is a truly unique offering from this boutique company. This collection is part of Viaje’s Honey and Hand Grenades series.
With attention to detail, the size of these cigars is called “The Falchion”. In case you’re wondering, the word references a one-handed, single-edged sword from long, long ago. This release consists of a new corojo wrapped option and the Mexican San Andrés maduro wrapper version. Both blends consist of prime vintage Nicaraguan fillers and binder leaves.
When noted reviewer KATMAN rated the Corojo an astounding 96, his got right to the point. “This cigar is just too good to miss out on.” The Cold Draw gives the Maduro a score of 91 accompanied with kind words as well. ” Damn fine cigar with a good build throughout and a great level of spice.”
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Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
The Davidoff Nicaragua Box Pressed edition consists of a slightly different bland than the original. One thing remains the same is the high ratings this amazing medium to full bodied cigar has garnered. The highly critical folks at Cigar Dojo said it best, ” “It worked perfectly—a body that was almost as big and spicy, but with a sweeter backbone—adding more sweetness, vanilla, and caramel to the cigar’s character.”
What more do you need to know? Grab a three or four pack and see what this great smoke is all about.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro
Binder: Nicaraguan Habano Jalapa
Filler: Ometepe | Condega | Estelí
Romeo y Julieta Minis are small cigarillos that are made by machine. They’re great for novice smokers and experienced cigar enthusiasts as well. With this purpose in mind, when you don’t have the time for a large cigar, these little guys fit the bill. Without a doubt, being packaged in convenient tins allows you to carry them anywhere!
To sum up, there’s three styles of Romeo y Julieta Minis to choose from depending on your personal taste. Each one has a great draw yielding a lot of aromatic smoke considering their size.
The Red Aromatic is a Connecticut-wrapped, flavorful and a mellow-bodied blend.
The Blue is a Claro wrapper, super smooth and mild blend.
The White is a Sumatra-wrapped, medium-bodied flavorful blend.
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The Filthy Hooligan – Barber Pole is a truly unique edition from this iconic company.
Alec Bradley releases the hugely popular Filthy Hooligan every year around Saint Patrick’s Day. With attention to detail, this terrific smoke utilizes a candela wrapper mixed in with the dark Jalapa wrapper of the top rated Black Market forming the barber pole appearance. Combine this with a unique combination of Ecuadorian Sumatran binder and Honduran and Panamanian fillers and you have a very complex cigar to say the least! The result is a smooth smoking medium bodied cigar that can be enjoyed by all smokers.
To put it another way, noted reviewer KATMAN gave it a 95 rating!
Wrapper: Honduran Candela / Nicaraguan Jalapa
Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Filler: Honduran, Panamanian
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This edition was Dunbarton’s second entry following the Sobremesa. This medium to full bodied cigar is a true chameleon. The first third is almost mellow with a chocolatey sweetness. As you move along the natural tobacco flavors combine with spices that kick in with increased intensity towards the finish. Yet another wonderfully complex and unique stick from this very cool company.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Broadleaf
Espinosa Crema Connecticut is blended to appeal to a wide array of smokers.
Crema is the first Espinosa cigar highlighting a Ecuadorian grown Connecticut Shade wrapper encasing vintage grade Nicaraguan filler and binder leaves. The result is a flavorful mild to medium bodied smoke with Espinosa’s signature taste.
It’s no surprise this vitola is highly recommended by the critics at Developing Palates. “The Crema has such full and distinctive flavors that were well nuanced and balanced. In the recent(ish) wave of Connecticut Shades, I highly recommend consumers to navigate their way to this one.”
The guys at Cigar Coop loved it as well. “The Espinosa Crema delivered a solid smoking experience.”
If you’re a fan of Espinosa cigars and prefer a milder smoking experience, the Crema is definitely for you! Then again, this is an all around great cigar for just about everyone.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian grown Connecticut Shade
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: La Zona
Blender: Hector Alfonso
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This is yet another occasion that a sixth star should be added to this stupendous cigar’s rating. Achieving a score of 96 and being named the #1 cigar of the year for 2018 should say enough. While most of EP Carillo entries are generally strong and full flavored, this medium bodied edition is wonderfully complex and can be totally enjoyed by everyone. From start to finish this stick delivers refined tastes of smooth tobacco, gentle spice, pops of citrus and a touch of sweetness. This stick is one of the worlds greats.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
RoMa Craft Baka remains of this company’s most popular cigars going on over 6 six years. The result is a solidly medium bodied stick that literally bursts with flavors and subtle spice.
Halfwheel gives it a respectable 90. Without doubt, we do know it delivers a wide array of flavors notes. Think oak, sugar cane, roasted meatiness, paprika and some strawberry sweetness. Noted reviewer KATMAN ups the number to 92. His words are short and sweet. “ This is a very enjoyable experience.” The Developing Palates crew think Baka is amazing. Their take…”Complex flavors with a nice body and strength level. Really cool approach to Cameroon.” Cigar Dojo feels that Baka is complex and quite different from anything offered from RoMa Craft to date. Cigar Coop feels… “It is still is a cigar I’d recommend any cigar enthusiast to try.” And last but not least, Blind Man’s Puff gives it the highest score of 94. Their reaction says it best. “An incredible cigar.”
With this in mind, it’s safe to assume BAKA is a top pick for any humidor.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Fábrica de Tabacos NicaSueño S.A.
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Undisclosed
Filler: Honduras (Jamastran) & Undisclosed
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