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Joya De Nicaragua Black
$109.88 – $132.84Joya De Nicaragua Black is one this iconic brand’s newer amazing selections.
When Black hit the scene in 2018, not only did it get a 93 rating, it was also named one of the top 25 cigars of the year! The addition of a dark and oily San Andreas Mexican wrapper made this medium bodied, slow burning stick a huge hit at a fairly friendly price.
With this in mind, it’s no surprise why so many seasoned smokers are rediscovering this time honored brand.
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Negro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
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Isla Del Sol Maduro
$38.95 – $48.79Isla Del Sol Maduro is another masterpiece from Drew Estate.
As found with the Original Sungrown blend, this darkly encased edition offers an enjoyable smoke with hints of infused coffee/cocoa beans. The big difference is the oily maduro wrapper which gives way to a smooth medium bodied taste. The bonus is that this one is priced right for all of us to enjoy as well.
One thing that will not disappoint is the fine construction and aromatic smoke production, the latter of which Drew Estate has definitely mastered. These totally affordable well made cigars are smartly packaged and adorned with tobacco leaves inside.
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
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Cusano MC
$52.20 – $66.60When you have a chance, click on the “Ask Richie” icon on the upper part of the screen and read my “Bundles of Joy” submission. You’ll then understand how important the valued priced bundle category has been to both cigar makers and lovers.
This edition is one of the best medium bodied smokes available for the price. It’s well made with a great draw yielding a smooth, satisfying smoking experience across the board.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Connecticut
Wrapper Type – Cameroon
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Avo Syncro Nicaragua Fogata
$40.00 – $279.00Avo Syncro Nicaragua Fogata is a round size variant of the box-pressed Avo Syncro Nicaragua, which debuted in 2015.
The Nicaragua Fogata has an exquisite Ecuadorian Habano 2000 wrapper encasing a Mexican San Andrés binder along with an extensive array of Dominican Republic and Nicaragua tobaccos. To say this blend is complex would be an understatement.
The results are as expected. Noted reviewer KATMAN rates it a 90. His take…”It is smooth. Transitions are the best since I first lit the cigar. The finish is long and luxurious.” Halfwheel ups the score to 91 with great words. “The construction remains amazing in just about all aspects and the smoke production is outrageous.” Cigar Coop feels this cigar is a smoke recommended to either a novice or experienced cigar enthusiast. Cigar Aficionado says this cigar smokes evenly, showcasing elements of rich woods, spice and a touch of eucalyptus with a spicy finish.
No doubt that this Syncro is another winner from this storied brand. The Short Torpedo is a top pick!
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Clara
Binder: Mexican San Andrés
Filler: Dominicana Yamasa viso, Dominican Piloto, Dominican San Vicente ligero, Nicaraguan Esteli ligero, Nicaraguan Condega viso, Nicaraguan OmetepeSee all the Avo cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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San Cristobal Elegancia
$198.75 – $237.50After years of planning the first original style San Cristobal was launched in 2007, crafted by famed Master Blender Jose “Don Pepin” Garcia along with the owners of the Ashton brand. The Elegancia blend is a mild to medium bodied cigar that can be enjoyed any time of the day.
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Wrapper: Connecticut seed Ecuadorian
Binder: Nicaraguan
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Romeo y Julieta 1875 Reserve Maduro
$158.37 – $218.42Romeo y Julieta 1875 Reserve Maduro consists of a four country blend that’s a joy to behold.
It’s hard to believe this great smoke is over two decades old. In fact, way back in 2003 Cigar Aficionado gave it a 90 rating. With attention to detail, this cigar is jam packed with vintage tobacco. Once lit, the wrapper combines with Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Peruvian filler to create tasty nut and coffee flavors. While being medium-full bodied in taste, it remains smooth to the finish with very rich flavor. Think coffee beans, dark chocolate and natural tobacco for starters.
With this in mind, don’t be afraid of the dark. Grab some of these outstanding Maduros today!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan-Peruvian
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper – USA Connecticut BroadleafSee all the Romeo y Julieta cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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Don Diego Original
$14.00 – $256.86Don Diego cigars have been around forever. This amazingly consistent cigar often gets lost in a sea of new entries. It is probably one of the mildest , smoothest and mellowist smokes in existence. The prefect Connecticut Shade wrapper is your first sign of how special this cigar is. The bit of Nicaraguan filler combined with selected Dominican leaves from the top of the plant yields a perfectly balanced smoke. Want mild with character…….Don Diego is it!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Shade
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Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli
$140.40 – $232.20Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli is the second version of this very popular brand.
With attention to detail, the Esteli cigar is a more refined version of the popular Black Marker Cigar line. While the original Black Market is made in Honduras, Estelí is produced at Plasencia Cigars S.A., Nicaragua. For starters, Cigar Aficionado rates this blend an astounding score of 93 naming it in their top 10 cigars of the year. In fact, Esteli beat out many of it’s Cuban made competitors.
Their review describes it best. ” It’s earthy and leathery with sweet, concentrated undertones of raisins and cocoa. The draw is flawless, delivering a weighty, substantial smoke to the palate, which speaks to the cigar’s excellent construction and fine tobacco. ”
Without doubt, this medium to full bodied Esteli blend gives you more of what you love about the Original Black Market. The Torpedo is a top pick.
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua | Honduras
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A. (Nicaragua)See all the Alec Bradley cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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Villiger Cuellar Black Forest
$79.00 – $94.50Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Trinidad Espiritu
$187.20 – $222.47Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Torano Vault Purple
$99.20 – $116.80Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Sencillo Platinum
$212.50 – $248.75Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Pura Soul Special Selection Maduro
$45.18 – $58.20Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
House Blend Maduro
$92.16 – $106.56Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Perdomo Double Aged 12 Year Maduro
$221.40 – $253.80Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Perdomo Habano BBA Maduro
$189.00 – $221.40Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
PDR 1878 Natural
$140.33 – $188.37PDR 1878 Natural is officially known as the PDR 1878 Recordando a Santiago Edición Capa Natural.
This PDR is the culmination of select Viso, Seco and Ligero tobaccos. The result is a mild to medium-body cigar of exceptional quality. The wrapper is a very silky Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade contributing to its mild flavor and slightly sweet character. The result is balance and smoothness from start to finish. Flavor notes? Think herbal, hardwood, cinnamon raisin toast, vanilla, oak and citrus for starters. There’s also a welcome bit of tasty spice that in no way is overcoming to the overall blend.
Without doubt this cigar is another winner for PDR and Abe Flores by becoming an any time of the day smoke.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
Binder: Dominican Criollo 98
Filler: Dominican Criollo 98 Seco and Ligero
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (PDR Cigars)
Blender: Abe FlorezSee all the PDR Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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Oscar Habano Box
$117.00 – $138.60Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Macanudo Vintage 2006
$95.75 – $111.75Macanudo Vintage 2006 is one this iconic company’s very special entries.
With attention to detail, this Macanudo is a phenomenal cigar showcasing only the most refined Connecticut Shade wrapper leaves from the 2006 crop. These exceptional cigars arrive in handsome mahogany boxes. When you lift the lid open, the fragrant cedar aroma and eye-catching golden metal cigar bands take over the senses. And that’s just for starters! Soon thereafter, the true cigar lover will savor the indulgence that can only be had with a time-honored classic.
The key to this extraordinary mild to medium bodied cigar is it’s complex blend. In short, it yields everything loved about Macanudo with more of everything. More natural tobacco taste, more flavor notes, more smoothness and more smoking enjoyment. No doubt, if you’re a fan of the brand, the Vintage 2006 must be on your list. Get a box of these amazing cigars today. You won’t be disappointed.
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Vintage 2006
Binder: Connecticut Habano (Habano CT Especiale)
Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican, HonduranLooking for more Macanudo products available on The Cigar Thief? Click HERE
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La Gloria Cubana Spanish Press
$122.97 – $143.97La Gloria Cubana Spanish Press is definitely one of this company’s most unique entries.
This edition’s blend uses a Nicaraguan Jalapa wrapper encasing a Mexican San Andrés binder. The exquisite fillers include Brazilian mata fina, Dominican olor and piloto cubano along with Nicaraguan Jalapa . It’s important to note the Spanish Press method of producing cigars is a very old world pre-embargo technique using boxes instead of molds. The result is a spectacular medium bodied box pressed cigar with a great draw from start to finish.
Noted Reviewer KATMAN quickly rates this unique cigar a score 0f 90 claiming….. “I am truly amazed at how good this cigar is.” Blind Man’s Puff simply says that LGC Spanish press is “ A Magnificent Cigar” They up it to a 92. Cigar Coop agrees with the same 92 and aptly describes this LGC as a flavor bomb. Think Natural Tobacco, Red Licorice, Pepper, Baker’s Spice, Earth for starters.
If you’re a fan of LGC, here’s you chance to try a cigar made the way they were over a hundred years ago.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Nicaraguan
Binder: Mexican San Andrés Viso
Filler: Brazilian, Dominican, Nicaraguan
Factory: General Cigar Dominicana
Blender: Jhonys DiazSee all the La Gloria Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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La Gloria Cubana Esteli
$113.97 – $139.97La Gloria Cubana Esteli is one of the greatest cigars available anywhere for under $5.
This blend consists of very select Nicaraguan and Honduran tobacco fillers and binder leaves. Encasing all this is a prime Nicaraguan wrapper from the Jalapa region. The result was an immediate success.
The critics at Halfwheel describe it as a flavor bomb. Think pizza dough, almonds, sweet apple and pita bread fro starters! Leaf Enthusiast rates it at 90. They’re words are perfect. “A very nice medium-bodied flavor profile that has plenty of complexity.” Developing Palates expands with more details. ‘You’re treated to earth, leather, toasted notes, spices, creme brûlée, chocolate and baking spices.” But when Blind Man’s Puff scored it an astounding 93, it really took off. Their take was the best. “This is really a nice cigar. The initial mild flavors attracted my interest and the gradual increase in intensity was perfect to end my day.”
No doubt this super high quality affordable smoke should be in your humidor.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: STG Estelí
Wrapper: Nicaragua (Jalapa)
Binder: Honduras (Jamastran Valley)
Filler: Honduras (Jamastran Valley & La Entrada)See all the La Gloria Cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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La Aurora 107 Nicaragua
$153.00 – $180.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Kristoff Ligero Criollo
$165.87 – $186.30Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View -
Kristoff Original Maduro
$166.77 – $187.20Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page Quick View
