CAO Arcana Mortal Coil – Limited Release is a very special entry in this great company’s portfolio.
Arcana Mortal Coil is a bold and bodacious blend featuring Andullo tobacco. This technique is a unique, old-world Dominican Republic aging process. This method of tobacco curing has survived the test of time because of the amazing qualities it imparts. Not only does it amplify the strength of the leaf, but also enhances the aroma to tobacco.
The results? How about Cigar Coop giving it a 90 rating and Blind Man’s Puff scoring it an astounding 95!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: USA Connecticut Broadleaf
Binder: USA Connecticut Shade
Filler: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua
Factory: STG Estelí
Blender: Rick Rodriguez
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The Odyssey line is a super value priced array of everyday cigars brought to us by Premium powerhouse General Cigar. When the makers of Macanudo, Partagas and Punch…to name a few, decided to produce a well made economical smoke for everyone’s taste, they hit the mark!
If you’re a fan of well balanced medium bodied cigars, The Habano blend is for you!
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Habano
Take the band off this Connecticut 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 mild to slightly medium bodied in taste with an even burn.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Coming Soon!
Binder – Coming Soon!
Wrapper Type – Connecticut
The Arturo Fuente Gran AniverXario Destino al Siglo was blended to commemorate the company’s 100 year anniversary. This line of cigars uses a Habano seed rather than the Corojo seed variety used to make the Fuente Fuente Opus X. Destino al Siglo will be great for those who prefer a full-flavor smoke.
If you consider yourself a connoisseur and you haven’t tried them, you’re not alone. Keep you eyes out for these amazing smokes. Get some when we have them!
I like to call The Hemingway Series the “Aston Martin” of cigars. From the Short Story to the Work of Art, only the most experienced Fuente rollers produce these perfecto sized gems. The selection of tobaccos contained in all styles represents the best of the best of vintage years. The combination of Cameroon, Connecticut Broadleaf, Ecuador Sungrown and Dominican leaves is a closely guarded secret that many others have tried to duplicate without success. These medium bodied, perfectly balanced sticks are difficult to find and worth the search. Numerous 90+ ratings over the decades is a testament to a cigar that is still unmatched. This Natural version was the one that started it all!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Montecristo Espada Oscuro is one of the very special cigars by this iconic company.
With attention to detail, the Espada Oscuro is another collaboration with the Plasencia family. As with the original, this blend is pure Nicaraguan. The big difference here is this edition uses a Habano Rosado Oscuro wrapper instead of the original blend’s Nicaraguan Habano. What’s more important is the filler and binder tobacco is extremely rare. To say the least, this is a long burning medium to full bodied smoke with a very nice, flavorful progression from start to finish.
With this in mind, Cigar Coop rates it at 90 and Blind Man’s Puff gives it a very respectable 93! So if you’re a Montecristo fan and liked the first Espada, this Oscuro is a must try for sure!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Habano Rosado Oscuro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Blender: Rafael Nodal, Pedro Ventura, Nestor Plasencia
See all the Montecristo cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
Ferio Tego Metropolitan Selection Connecticut is one of a collection 5 different blends.
With attention to detail, the blond Connecticut Shade wrapper encasing Dominican longleaf fillers and binder yields a smooth, mellow to slightly medium-bodied, creamy flavor that has been a consistent signature of this cigar since 1996. It’s hard to believe this popular cigar is still being enjoyed by connoisseurs and new comers going on 30 years. To say its a favorite is an understatement.
No. doubt that consistency, taste, flavor and value continue to play a part. Not only is this Connecticut blend an everyday smoke, it’s also an any time of the day smoke. While this brand may very well be older than some of you, you’re old enough now to enjoy it. It’s also nice to know that us older folks can continue enjoying it as well.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: The Quesada family’s Tabacos de Exportación factory
Filler: Dominican
Binder: Dominican
Wrapper: Connecticut
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DAV Habana Clasico is another one of this great company’s best entries.
The Habana Clasico is the embodiment of Cuban cigar craftsmanship. Carefully aged with a dark Ecuadorian Habana 2000 wrapper with surrounding filler and binder tobaccos from the Dominican Republic. At the heart of the Habana Clasico lies a harmonious blend of premium tobaccos, carefully selected and aged to perfection. This blend captivates the senses with its complex interplay of flavors, boasting notes of earthy spices, hints of cedar, and a subtle sweetness that dances on the palate with every draw.
This results in delivering a smooth and effortless medium to full bodied smoking experience from start to finish. Its impeccable construction ensures an even burn and a satisfying draw, allowing aficionados to savor every nuance of its flavor profile.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habana 2000
Binder: Olor Dominican
Filler: Dominican
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
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I like to call The Hemingway Series the “Aston Martin” of cigars. From the Short Story to the Work of Art, only the most experienced Fuente rollers produce these perfecto sized gems. The selection of tobaccos contained in all styles represents the best of the best of vintage years. The combination of Cameroon, Connecticut Broadleaf, Ecuador Sungrown and Dominican leaves is a closely guarded secret that many others have tried to duplicate without success.
These dark and oily medium bodied, perfectly balanced cigars are difficult to find and worth the search. Numerous 90+ ratings over the decades is a testament to a cigar that is still unmatched. The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Maduro edition gives you just a bit more of a robust and richer taste than its Cameroon wrapped counterpart. Get any one them when we have them!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic (Hemingway Blend)
Factory Smokes Sweets are one of four of Drew Estate’s entries into the ever growing handmade Budget-Value category for all of us to enjoy for under $2 a stick!
With attention to detail, all Factory Smokes are made by hand. The big difference is the tobacco inside is made up of mixed fillers available at the factory. To put it another way, these leaves are the same crop used in their premiums! And on top of this, Factory smokes were created by Master Blenders Willie Herrera and Jonathon Drew himself!
This well made sweet capped cigar is medium bodied with definite hints of vanilla and coffee along with bits of gentle spices. For those who want a good tasting cigar without the associated price tag, Factory Smokes are surely the way to go!
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Indonesian Sumatra
Filler: Indonesia Sumatra
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Blenders: Willy Herrera, Jonathan Drew
