When Altadis, the cigar giant thats brings us Monte Cristo, Romeo and Upmann….to name a few decided to create a value priced entry they didn’t take any shortcuts. These handmade sticks use Dominican tobaccos across the board with a bit of Honduran binder giving it a mild to medium bodied taste that’s smooth and mellow. The Connecticut Shade dark Maduro wrapper is a rarity in the budget friendly category. It gives this particular cigar a more robust taste without increasing its overall strength Enjoy!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Honduran
Binder – Connecticut Broadleaf
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Broadleaf
Alec Bradley Black Market is one of this great company’s most popular cigars. For starters, Cigar Aficionado named the Black Market Churchill the 2022 #6 Cigar Of The Year with a rating of 94.
With attention to detail, this medium to full bodied gem encases a Sumatran binder and Panamanian/Honduran filler with a dark and oily Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper. To say the least, this is a medium to full bodied Cuban style smoking experience that’s hard to beat. In fact, when it came to ratings, Black Market beat out many of it’s Cuban counterparts! How’s that for value!
With this in mind, it’s hard to believe this terrific cigar has been around for over 10 years. If you consider yourself a discerning smoker and haven’t yet tried one, what are waiting for!
Factory: Tabacos de Oriente in Danli, Honduras
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa- Colorado Maduro
Filler: Honduran Jamastran Valley, Panamanian
Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra
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AJ Fernandez New World is another one of this company’s best offerings.
Master Cigar Maker A J Fernandez teamed up with his son Ismael to create a solid medium to full bodied cigar. With attention to detail, the company describes this cigar perfectly, “A true work of art blended with the finest tobaccos found in the four main tobacco regions of Nicaragua. The hand selected wrapper and fillers from are showcased in a beautiful medium to full-bodied box pressed cigar.”
With this in mind, it’s no surprise Cigar Aficionado rates this blend a very respectable 92. Their description says it all. ” This dark, oily box pressed cigar burns and draws well, showing a spicy and chocolate character buttressed by an earthy, nutty core and a hint of caramel before the herbal finish.”
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Wrapper: Nicaragua (Oscuro)
Binder: Nicaragua (Jalapa)
Filler: Nicaragua (Condega, Estelí & Ometepe)
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AJ Fernandez Last Call Maduro is one of this company’s best cigars you never knew about.
This Last Call Maduro edition has all of what made the original a hit and more! More robust taste, more balanced spice and a unique sweetness that only AJ can muster up! With attention to detail, the Nicaraguan grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf seed wrapper gives this smoke a boost on all fronts.
When the highly critical folks at Blind Man’s Puff gave it a core of 94, they described it perfectly,”Overall a pretty damn good cigar. If you like dipping into the spice cabinet realm this one is for you. I detected notes all over, from cinnamon to nutmeg to all spice to cumin. Tasted like I was smoking a Thanksgiving dessert. Very warm and nice flavors. Due to the strength, I would recommend this as an after dinner smoke and pair with a bourbon or blended whiskey and a piece of pie.”
To say the least, for the price, this one is a must try!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf-Seed Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez
Blender: A.J. Fernandez
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Skull & Bulls Sampler – A Collaboration Between La Flor Dominicana (LFD) and Viaje!
The Skull & Bulls Sampler brings together two iconic brands, La Flor Dominicana and Viaje, in one exclusive collection. This sampler is perfect for cigar enthusiasts who appreciate bold, complex flavors from some of the finest cigars available.
Whether you’re craving the legendary Andalusian Bull or the rare Skull & Bones, this sampler showcases the craftsmanship and rich profiles of both brands. A perfect collection for those seeking an exceptional smoking experience.
Somm BDX is one of the spectacular cigars from this true boutique company.
With attention to detail, BDX is a multi country blend inspiring the rich flavors and complexity of Bordeaux wines. The detailed curation achieves a harmonious balance of flavors to say the least! Each puff unveils a symphony of rich taste, with flavor notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and hints of spice dancing on the palate.
Noted Cigar Reviewer KATMAN rates the BDX an astounding 96. His words describe it best. ” This is a supremely sophisticated blend. The separation of powers emitting succinct flavors begins to fade as the blend heads to the Fortress of Solitude. Intense, complex and gratifying.”
Without doubt, the impeccable quality and unparalleled craftsmanship of these cigars are quickly become favorites among connoisseurs who demand nothing but the best.Wrapper:
Mexican San Andrés Maduro (Aged 3 Years)
Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa Viso (Aged 3 Years)
Filler: Honduran Broadleaf (Aged 2 years), Mexican San Andrés (Aged 3 years) and last but not least Nicaraguan Jalapa Viso (Aged 3 years)
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Garo 1887 is another one of the great company’s spectacular entries.
The 1887 cigar, pays homage to the brand’s rich tradition and dedication to excellence, embodying the essence of premium tobacco craftsmanship. The 1887 is meticulously blended and crafted to deliver a balanced and complex flavor profile.
Wrapped in a rich Ecuadorian Habano leaf and bound with the signature Olor Dominican binder, the 1887 offers a distinct experience from start to finish. With attention to detail, the filler is a blend of Dominican Seco/Lijero and Corojo of exceptional quality. These wonderful cigars produce notes of walnut, honey, cedar, and leather with a velvety texture provided by the Habano wrapper. The construction of these cigars is exemplary, ensuring an even burn and a smooth, consistent draw.
No doubt the 1877 is just as appreciated by aficionados as they are to newcomers.
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This majestic cigar is cloaked in a Cameroon sun grown wrapper from Ecuador. This tobacco boasts the most flavor of all wrappers on the market today. It also happens to be Francisco’s favorite wrapper. The binder is Dominican and the filler blend includes the Dominican Republic’s most prized tobacco, Piloto Cubano.
The Viaje Mini Moon & Viaje Mini Moon Edicion Limitada are limited production cigars.
With attention to detail, The Mini Moon is a 4 7/8 x 52 short robusto Nicaraguan puro with a Dark Corojo wrapper. The Mini Moon Edicion Limitada is a San Andrés Maduro version of the Mini Moon in the same size wearing the Edición Limitada band. Both have vintage Nicaraguan filler and binder leaves.
Noted reviewer KATMAN rates the Mini Moon a respectable 93. His description is spot on. “It is a well-crafted melding of Nicaraguan leaves that you’ll enjoy as the blend is pointedly consistent.” When it comes to the Edicion Limitada he rates this one an astounding 96 and raves. “Incredible cigar. Creaminess appears like a dust devil. Totally out of the blue. It wraps the flavor profile with vanilla ice cream goodness.”
Without a doubt, either one is a top pick. From inception up to the present, these cigars are hard to come by. So get them when we have them if you don’t want to miss out.
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Foundation Metapa Claro is another one of this company’s very special cigars.
Like it’s Maduro counterpart, this edition uses an old-school strategy in terms of wrapper shade. This complex recipe utilizes a Nicaraguan filler from two prime growing regions in Nicaragua. Add to this a dark grade A Connecticut Broadleaf binder and you know it’s something special. Encasing everything is a silky smooth Sumatran wrapper. The result is what you’d expect from Nick and the AJ Fernandez factory.
The critics at Halfwheel emphatically say Metapa Claro is an excellent cigar to smoke right now.
Developing Palates describes this medium to full bodied cigar as a flavorful smoke. Think cinnamon, cedar, chocolate, cream, nuts, natural tobacco. It was no surprise when Cigar Dojo named this foundation creation as their top cigar for 2023.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf
Filler: Nicaraguan Esteli and Jalapa
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez
Blender: Nicholas Melillo
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DAV Cigarillos are the epitome of luxury in a compact form.
With attention to detail, these 4×24 size handmade Cigarillos contain the same vintage tobacco of the company’s premium cigars. Despite their compact size, DAV Cigarillos deliver big on flavor. Each one uses only the finest tobaccos sourced from the most prestigious growing regions around the world. This meticulous blend create a harmonious flavor profile that is both smooth and satisfying.
With every draw, you’ll experience the rich and complex notes that are characteristic of their larger cigars. Think hints of earthy richness, subtle spices, and a touch of sweetness.
Whether you’re on the go or simply looking for a quick smoke, DAV Cigarillos are the perfect choice.
Palmarito Marrón (lighter box)
San Andrés wrapper
Dominican filler and binder
Palmarito Oro (darker box)
Connecticut Ecuador
Dominican filler and binder
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The King is Dead brand began with this premier edition which took five years to blend. The line is being manufactured in the Dominican Republic with Henderson and William Ventura, a father and son team with over 40 years experience under their belts. This medium to full bodied cigar is made with some of the worlds most unique micro blend tobacco and stands out compared to most. In short, this cigar is sophisticated and a perfectly balanced flavor bomb.
Wrapper: Dominican Negrito
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican
Pappy Van Winkle Barrel Fermented is probably one of Drew Estate’s most exclusive and elusive brands.
There is no dispute that the Pappy Van Winkle line is one of the most sought after cigars on the planet. When Drew Estate decided to produce a more complex blend, the industry took serious notice. With extreme attention to detail, this extraordinary cigar is made by soaking Kentucky fire-cured tobacco in Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels for 12-18 months. The tobacco is then combined with prime Mexican and Indonesian tobacco and hand-rolled in very limited quantities in Estelí, Nicaragua.
Stay tuned to The Cigar Thief for availability. And when they’re in, get them! Any size is always a top pick for these.
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Wrapper: Mexico (San Andrés) & U.S.A. (Kentucky Tapa Negra)
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua & U.S.A. (Kentucky)
Diesel Fool’s Errand Simple Fool is the second entry of the Fool’s Errand Trilogy line and another collaboration with AJ Fernandez.
Simple Fool uses a dark Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper encasing Nicaraguan habano binder and filler leaves. The result is an exquisite medium to full-bodied smoke with flavor notes of espresso, earth and spices with a rich creaminess throughout. It’s important to note that all the tobacco in these great cigars is proprietary to AJ’s farms. Many smokers feel it pairs perfectly with Bourbon, Stout beer and Coffee.
BEWARE, when these limited edition jewels are gone….they’re gone!
WRAPPER: Ecuadorian Sumatra [Proprietary]
BINDER; Nicaraguan Habano [Proprietary]
FILLER: Nicaraguan Habano [Proprietary]
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Rocky Patel White Label, a cigar crafted to captivate aficionados with its exquisite blend and unparalleled smoking experience. Meticulously curated by Rocky Patel, a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the world of cigars, the White Label stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence.
At the heart of the White Label is a carefully selected blend of premium aged tobaccos sourced from the finest tobacco-growing regions across the globe. Each leaf is handpicked and aged to perfection, ensuring a harmonious fusion of flavors and aromas that dance across the palate with every draw.
