PDR A Flores Privada BP Habano is formally known as the A. Flores 1975 Serie Privada Habano.
This PDR creation utilizes the same vintage filler/binder as it’s Maduro sister. The big difference here is the wrapper. Encasing the selected inner leaves is an exquisite Ecuadorian grown Habano. The results are better than anyone would expect.
Cigar Aficionado bestows the awesome score of 93 on this PDR creation. Naming it a top 10 of the year makes its greatness official. Blind Man’s Puff scores it an even higher 94. Their words speak volumes. “This cigar has an impeccable draw accompanying wonderful woody, cedary, creamy tasting notes with a med/full body to back it up.”
With that in mind, this jewel is a must try.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian grown Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan Habano
Filler: Nicaraguan Habano & Dominican Corojo
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (PDR Cigars)
Blender: Abe Florez
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PDR 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 Florez
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PDR 1878 Maduro is officially known as the PDR 1878 Recordando a Santiago Edición Capa Madura.
This edition utilizes the same internal blend as it’s Natural counterpart, the big difference here is the wrapper. The dark and oily San Andres Grade A Maduro leaf encasing the filler/binder is a joy to behold. The result is another smooth smoking any time of the day cigar with a bit more character. It’s also got some nice flavor notes. Think dark chocolate, spice, earth, leather, and vanilla for starters.
Cigar Aficionado pleasantly claims this cigar is a primarily sweet and woody smoke with a toffee note and toasty finish. The Stick Stickler… “Where cigars are put to the test.” Rates this PDR a very respectable 92. They think this smoke is just delicious with subtle sweetness and traditional flavors. Cigar Advisor feels the construction and draw are ideal, and the profile is steady and entertaining.
The old school Pig Tail Cap is a bonus all cigar smokers will appreciate.
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro
Binder: Dominican Criollo 98
Filler: Dominican Criollo 98 Seco and Ligero
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (PDR Cigars)
Blender: Abe Florez
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PDR El Trovador A Flores Maduro is one of two excellent cigars in this line.
El Trovador Maduro contains the same complex blend as it’s Rosado counterpart. The big difference here is the wrapper. Adding a grade A dark and oily Mexican Maduro leaf to encase the filler/binder makes for a special smoke. Retaining it’s medium body, the maduro wrapper adds a sweetness to the overall taste. Think notes of chocolate and earth and spice for starters.
Cigar Century gives this dark knight a respectable 90 rating. Cigar Aficionado ups the score to 91 with a perfect description. “This box pressed cigar is cloaked in a dark, oily wrapper. Bold impressions of red pepper, leather and oak are balanced by sweeter notes of cherry and chocolate. The finish smacks of coffee bean. It draws evenly throughout.”
Without a doubt, this Abe Flores creation is another winner for PDR.
Wrapper: Mexico San Andres Maduro
Binder: (2) 1 Nicaragua / 1 Nicaragua Corojo
Filler: 2 Ligero Nicaragua, 1 ½ Viso Nicaragua
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (PDR Cigars)
Blender: Abe Florez
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Pappy Van Winkle is probably one of Drew Estate’s most exclusive and elusive brands. This amazing cigar is a representation for the Van Winkle family who produces some of the most highly sought after bourbon and rye.
With attention to detail, these amazing cigars feature an ultra-complex combination of extensively aged fillers from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic that are blanketed with a flawless Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper. Premiering in 2017 at IPCPR, the cigar has a delicate blend that balances strength, spice flavors, and aroma.
As most people know, they’re very rare and are in and out of stock quickly. 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
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro
Binder: Indonesia
Filler: Nicaraguan & Dominican Republic
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Blender: Jonathan Drew, Willy Herrera
Leaf by Oscar Altar Q is described as one of this company’s best cigars.
With attention to detail, Altar Q uses an oily Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, encasing a signature binder and filler from Copán, Honduras. It’s important to note that this vitola contains a lot of tobacco assuring a long burn.
Of all the accolades this cigar receives, the folks at Blind Man’s Puff say it best.”Rarely is ever do I have a cigar experience that is as epic as this was. The flavors and aromas were beyond extraordinary and they worked so well together . Citrus, salted nuts, slight sweetness, and a retro so smooth it should be criminal. I’d easily give this a 98. Multi box worthy. Trust me, you’re gonna enjoy this if you enjoy what time and great tobacco can do together. ”
Need we say more!
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Ecuador Sumatra
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Honduras
Factory: Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co.
Blender: Oscar Valladares
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