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H Upmann Connecticut
$177.48 – $187.09The Groupo de Maestros written inside the lid of the box proudly states that the master blenders at Altadis responsible for many of the Romeo, Monte Cristo and H. Upmann selections we enjoy got together again to produce a new style of an iconic brand. Unlike H. Upmanns traditional medium to full bodied smokes, This Connecticut edition delivers mild to mellow, smooth and creamy taste to the masses! If you’ve steered away from H. Upmann in the past, now you can enjoy what they’ve been doing well for over a hundred years!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan
Binder – Dominican
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H Upmann by AJ Fernandez
$181.84 – $194.41The H. Upmann brand spans over 170 years and has remained a top rated, consistent favorite for countless smokers. As one of Altadis’ flagship marques, we’ve become accustomed to to the excellence of these Dominican beauties. When Master Blender AJ Fernandez was commissioned to add his genius to the H. Upmann name, the result was a 90 rated superstar!
By combining a selected Dominican long filler with 29 year old vintage Nicaraguan Criollo and Piloto Cubano additions encased in an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, I think he outdid himself! This complex, medium-full bodied smoke draws perfectly and will give you a real insight into why AJ is the Master he is! Please try a five pack of your favorite size and you’ll see what I mean.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
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H Upmann 1844 Reserve
$158.89 – $211.33Even though you have a lot of choices when it comes to the H. Upmann name, the original Reserve has always been my favorite. This is another great cigar still being made in Cuba. The Dominican Upmann is a solid medium bodied smoke that will increase in intensity as you move along. It’s blend will reward you with a robust taste on a consistent basis.
Enjoy this “Old School” favorite!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Nicaraguan
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Gispert Natural
$108.43 – $136.63Well now, if you’ve found this cigar in your search I think it’s safe to say you’re looking for something different. The Gispert name actually traces back to the 1800’s in Cuba. Being brought to us by Altadis USA the makers of Romeo and Montecristo the Gispert Natural is a unique four country blend providing a mello to slightly medium bodied taste for a fair price.
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduran-Nicaraguan
Binder – Honduran
Wrapper Type – Ecuador Connecticut
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Casa De Garcia Connecticut Blend
$32.78 – $48.82When 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 wrapper is a rarity in the budget friendly category. Enjoy!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Honduran
Binder – Connecticut
Wrapper Type – Connecticut-Connecticut Broadleaf-Sumatra
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Alec Bradley Maxx
$125.00 – $221.40Alec Bradley Maxx is one of this company’s best selling cigars for over 15 years.
With attention to detail, Maxx consists of vintage tobacco leaves from 5 countries. How’s that for a complex blend! With this purpose in mind, this medium to full bodied cigar is produced at the famed Plasencia Cigars S.A. Without a doubt, Maxx’s larger sizes offer smokers a bigger way to get more of what this great cigar has to offer. To explain this, Alan Rubin says it best.”By using tobaccos from five different countries in a large format cigar, I was able to create balance, sweetness and complexity. Sometimes, bigger is better.”
What’s more important are the high ratings and accolades about this fairly priced very tasty smoke. Cigar Aficionado gives it a 91 along with Blind Man’s Puff’s score of 93. And that’s just for starters! See what smokers have been enjoying for so many years to this day. It’s no wonder Maxx is pretty much in every cigar store in the country.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Maduro
Binder: Costa Rica
Filler: Columbia, Nicaragua, Honduras and Mexico
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Blender: Alan RubinSee all the Alec Bradley cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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Alec Bradley The Lineage
$193.32 – $236.52Alec Bradley Lineage is the first edition available in a 70 ring gauge from this cigar maker.
With attention to detail, Lineage contains a blend that has a Honduran wrapper from the Trojes region, a Nicaraguan binder, and a filler blend of Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos. It’s important to note that the famed Raices Cubanas in Honduras produces this excellent cigar. Scoring a respectable 90 with Cigar Aficionado, Lineage is another winner for Alec Bradley. Their review is short and sweet. ” Topped with a pigtail cap, this robusto smokes evenly with a clean burn and full draw. It’s a toasty, creamy smoke with some salty elements, a bit of earth and a toffee sweetness.”
So if you’re a fan of big fat ring gauges or not…….Lineage yields a smooth and very enjoyable smoking experience for sure! Any size you choose is a top pick.
Wrapper: Honduran Trojes
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Honduran, NicaraguanSee all the Alec Bradley cigars to choose from at The Cigar Thief HERE
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Alec Bradley Connecticut
$140.40 – $193.32Alec Bradley Connecticut is another welcome addition to this company’s extensive portfolio.
With attention to detail this Connecticut uses an Ecuadorian grown Connecticut Shade wrapper encasing a Honduran/Nicaraguan blend of select lower leaves. The result isn’t a surprise. Cigar Aficionado rates it a respectable score 90. They describe it perfectly. ” An attractive looking cigar with a three-seam cap. Its smoke shows nutty and spicy impressions alongside touches of citrus and sweet wood. The long finish hints of caramel.” With out a doubt, Alec Bradley Connecticut is another winner for sure.
From the Nano petite corona to the traditional Churchill, any one you choose is a top pick.
See all the Alec Bradley cigars to choose from at The Cigar Thief HERE
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
Binder: Honduran
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AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Maduro
$144.00 – $183.00AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Maduro is one of three blends in the San Lotano lineup.
With attention to detail, the Requiem Maduro consists of a complex three country blend and is the only one with a box pressing of the line. While the folks at Cigar Snob rate it a 91, Cigar Aficionado ups it to 92 with a great description. “Draped in a dark, alluring wrapper, this box-pressed cigar offers notes of cocoa, coffee bean and nuts that meld pleasantly with hints of marzipan and sweet raisins.”
No doubt, if you’re a maduro fan, this one must be in your humidor!
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres
Binder: Honduran
Filler: Nicaraguan, HonduranCheck out other AJ Fernandez cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE!
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AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Habano
$144.00 – $180.00The AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Habano is the first edition of this very popular line.
Buckle up for this one! Unlike it’s medium to full bodied Maduro sister, this original AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem blend is a Cuban style, more full bodied smoke. With attention to detail, this three country blend combined with the ultra rare Brazilian-grown Habano wrapper produces a robust yet balanced flavor via a perfect draw.
The results speak for themselves. Halfwheel rates it a 91 and describes it perfectly. “This cigar impressed the hell out of me. It had such rich flavors and such incredible balance” In fact, Cigar Aficionado gives it the same number with equally kind words. “As this cigar burns it forms a very solid white ash. The easy draw shows floral and woody elements with touches of vanilla and toasted caramel. The finish hints of peanuts.” Needless to say, if you’re a fan of AJ’s cigars, this one is a must try for sure!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Wrapper: Brazilian Habano
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Nicaragua & HondurasCheck out other AJ Fernandez cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE!
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AJ Fernandez Ramon Allones
$225.00 – $279.00The AJ Fernandez Ramon Allones is a true testament to this Grand Master of cigar making.
What’s important to note is that the Ramon Allones brand is still being produced in Cuba. General Cigar, makers of Punch, Macanudo and Partagas produced this brand for years. They turned it over to AJ for a redo in 2021. Without a doubt, the results are spectacular! That is to say, this well balanced full bodied smoke is serious and gets to the point quickly. It’s truly a Cuban Style experience.
To put it another way, Halfwheel rates it a 92 along with Cigar Aficionado. KATMAN gives it a 93 and Blind Man’s Puff scores it at an astounding 94. What more do you need to know about this amazing cigar!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro
Binder: Nicaraguan corojo 99
Filler: Nicaraguan corojo 99 from Jalapa, criollo 98 from Condega, Pueblo Nuevom, hybrid leaf grown in Estelí
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: AJ FernandezCheck out other AJ Fernandez cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE!
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AJ Fernandez New World Puro Especial
$160.20 – $180.00AJ Fernandez New World Puro Especial is another amazing cigar from this great company.
With attention to detail, this incredible blend has taken years to create and AJ uses the best tobacco from his various select farms in Esteli, Nicaragua. In short, it is a profound expression of this region’s greatest tobacco. With this in mind, the Puro Especial is totally unique from the original and Connecticut series.
All you really need to know about this spectacular medium to full bodied smoke is this: Cigar Aficionado rates it a 93 with the best description yet. “Each puff of this dark cigar unfolds layer after rich layer of chocolate and leather intonations, balanced by lively notes of coffee bean, caramel and licorice”. And being named in the top 25 cigars of the year doesn’t hurt either!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez
Blender: AJ FernandezCheck out other AJ Fernandez cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE!
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