Foundation Charter Oak Connecticut is another very popular addition to the Foundation lineup.
With attention to detail, this Connecticut edition features an Ecuadorian grown CT wrapper encasing all vintage grade Nicaraguan fillers. No doubt the construction is perfect since its coming from A.J. Fernández’s prominent factory in Estelí.
Stogie Review thinks this cigar is great. They say, “Really enjoyed the flavors from the cigar especially the sweet creamy notes with the balanced nutty and woody notes. Overall, this is an excellent cigar” Halfwheel like it and feels “The price is great news and makes for an easy choice to try for yourself.” Cigar Authority heartily endorses this cigar with a stout rating of 92. Their take…”The price matched with tremendous flavor makes this box worthy times 2.”
There’s no doubt this mild to medium bodied smooth smoking cigar is a winner. The bonus is you can enjoy it anytime of the day.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian grown Connecticut
Binder: Sumatra
Filler: Nicaragua
See all the Foundation Cigar available at The Cigar Thief HERE and the other Charter Oak cigars HERE
Oliva has been turning out amazing cigars for many years. Most of their selections offer smokers a wide array of top rated cigars ranging in taste from mild to medium.
Enter the Series O Maduro and things change dramatically! The great aspect of this 90 rated stick is that it delivers a solid full flavor with an uncanny smoothness
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Coming Soon!
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
Rated 96 and named Cigar of the Year in 2012 beating out every other cigar including all the Cuban entries. Medium-full bodied. Amazing. Enough said.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: My Father Cigars S.A.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Take the band off this Habano wrapped cigar, give it to your buddy, let him light it up and get it going and then tell him it’s about a $3 smoke! General Cigar produced Las Estrella to give us a value priced BOXED cigar worthy of any occasion.
It’s medium bodied in taste with an even burn.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Coming Soon!
Binder – Coming Soon!
Wrapper Type – Habano
It’s hard to believe that it’s been over 20 years since this jewel came to market. The Don Carlos has won more awards and 90+ ratings than I could count. It’s probably one of this company’s finest blending achievements that has remained amazingly consistent over the decades. For me it yields a true Cuban style rich taste without any harshness. They’re hard to find in any style so get ’em while we have em’!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera A Fuente y Cia
Blender: Carlito Fuente
When Master Blender Willy Herrera teamed up with Jonathan Drew (Drew Estate) it caught everyone’s attention. As this first Habano edition hit the street receiving an incredible 93 rating along with placing #8 in the top 25 cigars of the year, we all knew a new level of cigar making had begun.
This amazing blend is a super smooth, medium bodied, perfectly made cigar with an ample draw. Its slow burn is balanced with a complex taste that slightly increases in intensity as you move along. Only as it comes to a close do you experience a robust full bodied taste reminiscent of Cuban made powerhouses.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Blender:Willy Herrera
To begin with, Master Blender Jose “Don Pepin” Garcia created La Aroma de Cuba. This Ashton sister brand received a “Top 25” award twice! It’s 93 rating over 20 years ago is still a testament to its quality today. This Cuban seeded Nicaraguan blend of vintage fillers combined with a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper yields a Cuban style medium bodied smoke that’s hard to beat at any price! The Robusto is a top pick!
Want to see more La Aroma de Cuba cigars? Click HERE.
The Ashton Symmetry edition was Ashton’s first venture into adding Nicaraguan leaves with their traditional Dominican filler. The result has been several 94 ratings along with two placements in the top 25 category. This cigar was a real achievement. Not only did it offer a more complex robust taste, it retained Ashton’s classic smoothness with a medium-bodied flavor.
Filler- Dominican-Nicaraguan Binder- Dominican Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian Habano
ACCOLADES
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2017
Top 10 Cigars of the Year – Cigar Aficionado, 2015
94 Rated – Cigar Aficionado, January 2018
Check out other great Ashtons here!
Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real is another highly rated offering of this iconic brand.
When the original 1875 White line was launched it rapidly became one of the country’s top sellers. Shortly after, the Reserva Real series hit the ground running. While this blend upped the flavor to the medium bodied level it remained smooth and balanced with just a hint of spice to liven up your palate.
As luck would have it, Cigar Aficionado recently rated the Lonsdale size a respectable 91. Their description says it best. Initial notes of dried citrus and vanilla combine on the palate for an orange creamsicle effect. There’s a slightly cedary element as well, making for a bright, sweet cigar that draws and burns evenly.” Not convinced yet? The Porto Real came in at 92!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian grown Connecticut
See all the Romeo y Julieta cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
Are you a fan of rich Maduro cigars? Then look no further! Our team at The Cigar Thief curated this sampler specially for smokers like you. These 5 sticks all present bold, rich, and sweet flavors that will please any maduro smoker. So what are you waiting for? Pick one up today for a great price!
Sampler Includes:
1x Padron 1964 Anniversary Maduro Belicoso
1x Oliva Serie V Maduro Toro
1x La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Maduro 700
1x Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature maduro
1x Drew Estate Blackened M81 Toro
Diesel Limited Edition Sunday Gravy Porcellino is the last edition of the Sunday Gravy Series.
This one has an Ecuadorian habano wrapper encasing a Nicaraguan habano binder grown in the Pueblo Nuevo region. The filler consists of Nicaraguan habano leaves. One of the great features about this whole line is its affordability of around $5.
The best description of this medium to full bodied cigar is being a layered smoke that delivers notes of leather, earth and spice. It’s construction is what you expect from AJ along with it’s wide open draw. The heaps of aromatic smoke are a bonus. Natural tobacco taste runs through this Porcellino edition from start to finish. If you missed out on the other Sunday Gravy entries, here’s your chance!
Sunday Gravy Porcellino comes in a 6 x 52 size toro in 10 count boxes. But BEWARE…….When these are gone…They’re GONE. Get them while we have them. You simply can’t go wrong with these great smokes.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan Pueblo Nuevo
Filler: Nicaraguan Habano
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
See all the Diesel Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
RM Caribe Tigress Barber Pole
Camacho Liberty Series for 2021 represents this special cigar’s 19th entry.This annual release commemorates the 4th of July holiday. The complex blend of leaves is put through additional fermentation and aging to marry the four country blend to perfection.
This coffin boxed Churchill is the definition of grit, boldness, and dedication. You’ll experience that as soon as you light it up. Explosive pepper and spice hit immediately, with a nutty creamy finish. As this flavor ride develops, notes of rich, strong coffee and oak wood layer onto the profile. The aromas are immense and captivating in their boldness and intensity. Camacho Liberty Series is the perfect sidekick for the fireworks and celebrations of our Independence Day or any holiday you choose.
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Ecuador
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Dominican & Honduran
Factory: Diadema Cigars de Honduras S.A.
Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua is one of this long storied company’s best cigars ever.
Celebrate the rich and flavorful heritage of Montecristo cigars with this specially made Nicaraguan super star. With attention to detail, this special Anniversary edition is an expertly crafted interpretation of the brand’s original blend from 1935. Rich and complex, with a creamy texture and hints of spice, these cigars will transport you to a world of luxury and sophistication. It should be noted that Master Blenders Rafael Nodal, and AJ Fernandez as well as the Montecristo’s Grupo de Maestros created this world class cigar.
Receiving an astounding 95-point rating and garnering the #2 spot of 2021 by Cigar Aficionado is well-deserved to say the very least. Their description is perfect. “…a spicy, earthy backbone refined by notes of leather, coconut and malted milk.” These medium to full bodied jewels are any cigar smokers joy to behold.
Without doubt, this Montecristo is an absolute must try.
See all the Montecristo cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: San Latano AJ Fernandez
Blenders: Grupo de Maestros, Rafael Nodal, AJ Fernandez
See all the Montecristo cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
This amazing line was created back in 2013. Over the last 10 years and up to this day it is considered one of the company’s best cigars.
The most compelling evidence of Davidoff Nicaragua is Cigar Aficionado’s 95 rating in 2023! The description of this great medium to full bodied cigar is best described as follows, ” Precise notes of red fruit, walnut and maple syrup enhance the rich core of nutmeg with more levels of complexity.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Rosado (10-year-aged Cuban-seed)
Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa)
Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega, Estelí Ligero & Ometepe)
Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua is another collaboration between Master Blender AJ Fernandez and this legendary cigar maker.
For starters, Reserva Real Nicaragua is a follow-up to the company’s extremely popular Reserva Real line. With attention to detail, it contains 100% Nicaragua tobacco leaves that grow exclusively on the Fernandez farms. It’s no surprise this edition gets high fives and tons of accolades.
Noted reviewer Katman rates it a 91. He aptly describes this cigar as a medium to full bodied flavor bomb. Think bread, butter, creaminess, espresso, cedar, berries, citrus, baker’s chocolate, malt, licorice, nuts galore and Gruyère cheese. How’s that for complexity! With this in mind, Cigar Aficionado gives it an astounding 93 and naming it a top 25 cigar of the year.
Without a doubt, if you’re a fan of AJ Fernandez and Romeo y Julieta, this one is a must try and should be in your humidor today!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: AJ Fernandez
See all the Romeo y Julieta cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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
Check out all the other Joya De Nicaragua cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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
Check out the other Java blends available on The Cigar Thief HERE!
Shipping Restrictions:
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
Looking for more Macanudo products available on The Cigar Thief? Click HERE
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!
See all the Romeo y Julieta cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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.”
See all the Viaje Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
Shipping Restrictions:
These items cannot be shipped to Massachusetts addresses
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.
See all the Romeo y Julieta cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
This item has shipping restrictions depending on the state you live in.
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
See all the Alec Bradley cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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
See all the Espinosa Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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
See all the Roma Craft cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
