Fratello Limited Edition Florida is a state exclusive edition from this great company.
With attention to detail, this amazing cigar contains a blend consisting of a Habana 2000 wrapper encasing a Dominican Olor binder and Dominican Corojo Seco, Criollo ’98 and Piloto Cubano ligero. To say this cigar is complex is an understatement! This Dominican purebred contains some of the country’s best leaves.
As Fratello’s owner states, “You will find a plethora of flavors, aromas and balance in this special cigar”. Just so you know, only 10,000 of these gems exist which is only 500 boxes. So if you want to sample one of Fratello’s best entries yet, don’t hesitate!
Wrapper: Habana 2000
Binder: Dominican Olor
Filler: Dominican (Corojo Seco, Criollo 98 and Piloto Cubano ligero)
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: La Aurora S.A.
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Montecristo Ciudad De Musica is a collaboration with boutique cigar manufacturer Crowned Heads.
With attention to detail, each Ciudad de Música cigar showcases a luxuriant mélange of filler tobaccos grown in the most fertile soils of Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. What’s more important is that each component of this ultra-premium offering is vintage grade and meticulous. No doubt, the result is an impeccable, medium-bodied masterpiece, with an intricate profile of rich flavor. These very special cigars come elegantly adorned with attractive oversized bands displaying three tokens that call to each brand’s logo, as well as giving a nod to the cigar’s inspired namesake.
Cigar Coop gave this cigar a rating of 92. I guess Jon Huber of Crowned Heads and Master Blender Ernesto Perez-Carrillo turned out a winner for sure! If you’re a fan of Montecristo and Crowned Heads, this one must be in you humidor ASAP!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua and Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera La Alianza
Blender: Jon Huber and Ernesto Perez-Carrillo
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Joya De Nicaragua Cabinetta is yet another one of this iconic brand’s amazing selections.
The company describes this highly regarded cigar best. “Joya Cabinetta is different. It brings out the best of two different wrappers in one cigar. It was expressly blended with mellower, medium bodied Nicaraguan fillers that deliver a smoother; more refined smoking experience.“
This great tasting mild to medium bodied cigar is completely wrapped in the Ecuadorian Shade along with an additional over wrap of Nicaraguan Criollo placed on the top third of the cigar. Without a doubt, this adds a unique flavor transition to the blend.
With this in mind, it’s no surprise why so many seasoned smokers are rediscovering this time honored brand.
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The Ferio Tego 2021 Limited Edition actually consists of two spectacular cigars from this great company. Each one is 6×50 sized Toro blended by Michael and produced by two legendary makers.
Each of these cigars can stand alone and reign at the top of the cigar food chain. There’s no doubt that both offer a thoroughly unique and satisfying smoking experience.
Halfwheel rates the Elegancia a score of 91. They sum it up nicely. “Ferio Tego Elegancia is an excellent cigar. The cigar features a dominant nuttiness from near start to finish, a full and smooth profile, and excellent construction.”
Cigar Coop gives the Elegancia a respectable 90. Their description is spot on as well. “It’s quite a complete cigar. Not only does it deliver good flavor, but it delivers unique flavor, and it delivers flavors that keep me interested from start to finish.”
Needless to say, either one is a top pick.
Elegancia
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacos de Exportación
Wrapper: Ecuador
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Generoso
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory:Plasencia Cigars SA
Wrapper: Honduran Shade Grown
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
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La Gloria Cubana Criollo De Oro represents a special blending achievement for this iconic company.
Criollo de Oro uses a very rare sun grown criollo de oro wrapper from Mao, Dominican Republic. The binder is Grade A Connecticut Broadleaf maduro along with select fillers from Honduras and Nicaragua. Combining the versatile Criollo ’98 with the rare Cuban seed Pelo de Oro is an accomplishment to say the least. What’s more important are the results.
Noted reviewer KATMAN rates it a respectable 90. His claim…”The cigar has goes from shy and smooth to big bold flavors accompanying serious complexity.” Leaf Enthusiast giving it the same number by saying it’s a smooth medium-bodied smoke right out of the gate. Think notes of cedar, dark fruit, roasted nuts, chocolate and a bit little red pepper sharpness. Cigar Coop recommends it to all cigar enthusiasts. Blind Man’s Puff simply says “It’s a great stick.”
Without doubt, this LGC is another winner for sure!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Dominican Republic (Criollo de Oro)
Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf (U.S.A)
Filler: Nicaragua, Honduras
Factory: El Credito Cigar Factory
Blender: Jhonys Diaz
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ACID 20 by Drew Estate was created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of ACID cigars, Drew Estates’ most iconic brand. If you are a fan of Acid cigars, this one is surely a must try.
Whether you choose the smooth, mild Connecticut or the medium to full bodied Maduro, Acid 20 is sure to please.
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres [Maduro] or Ecuadorian Grown Connecticut
Binder: Indonesian
Filler: Nicaragua
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Acid Purple is another one of the special blend offerings of the hugely popular ACID line. The Purple series is a mixture of bold and rich tobaccos.This makes Acid Purple perfect for the Acid fan that likes a little darker and richer flavor or for the traditional smoker that loves a change of pace.
These cigars are medium-bodied and have a sweet wrapper that complements the pungent fillers and binders. The cigars are available in a variety of sizes, including the large Extraordinary Larry and the cigarillo-sized C-Notes.
The ACID Red series does not have a sweet cap. They are predominately full and rich tobaccos with bold flavor and a bold infusion that lets the tobaccos shine. Not for the faint of heart ACID Red is full flavor and full bodied.
Nasty- The Nasty is a smoke bomb disguised as a cigar. The odd shape creates a flavor funnel to your palate. Rich dark barbecue smokiness comes in this short format.
Liquid- A smoky profile with a smooth wrapper creates a cinnamon forward flavor on the palate. Creamy and spicy the full flavor of the Red infusion shines through.
If you’re a fan of this very unique ACID style, get them while we have them! This product is discontinued by the manufacturer.
Acid Green features a smooth candela wrapper combined with Drew Estate’s signature ACID infusions, allowing for the natural sweetness of the candela leaf to blend into the virtuous world of Acid cigars. If you’ve never tasted the totally unique character of a Candela wrapper, this is your chance!
These mild to medium bodied cigars are slow burning and hold their totally unique flavors from start to finish. The smooth draw produces heaps of aromatic smoke for maximum enjoyment!
Acid Gold is one of the special blend offerings of the hugely popular ACID line.Without doubt, the Acid smoking experience is like no other. Each style contains closely guarded industry curing and blending secrets.
Acid Gold features a spicy Sumatran wrapper that delights the palate, and is going to leave your tongue tingling for more, straight bliss. The result is a lighter, easier going infusion than the Blue producing a smooth and mellow smoke that can be enjoyed anytime of the day or night!
La Nox is the creation of Tony Gomez, the son of Litto Gomez.
Dark in appearance and in flavor, La Nox has a sweet Brazilian maduro wrapper, a San Andrés binder and a combination of Dominican Piloto and Pelo de Oro fillers. With this in mind, Cigar Authority rates it a score 94. Their conclusion was a simple….”Its dark notes of chocolate and coffee with a moderate finish makes this cigar a winner!” Halfwheel gives it the same score with a great description as well. “This is my favorite cigar I’ve smoked from La Flor Dominicana, a cigar where the complexity and nuance isn’t intimated by the richness.”
It’s safe to say that La Nox is another winner from La Flor Dominicana!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera La Flor S.A.
Wrapper: Brazil Cubra
Binder: Mexican San Andrés
Filler: Dominican Republic including Pelo de Oro
Size: 6 1/2 Inches
Ring Gauge: 50
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The Caldwell Connecticut T is an amazing collaboration between Matt Booth (of Room 101), Robert Caldwell, and Master Blender A.J. Fernández being produced at Fernández’s thriving factory in Estelí. For the record, the Connecticut T delivers more intensity that your average Connecticut. Every puff yields mouthfuls of tasty smoke, producing an overall profile of consistent medium strength, flavor, and body.
When the highly critical folks at Cigar Dojo rated it a 90, they described it best,” The Connecticut T is a well-balanced, and surprisingly flavorful experience. At times, pepper is the dominant ingredient, at other times, it is primarily sweet, but the cigar rallies in the final third to showcase its optimum experience—being a unique balance of sweetness, spiciness, creaminess, and buttermilk.”
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Factory: Tabacalera A.J. Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua (Nicaragua)
The CAO Limited Edition Vision Humidor & Toro Cigars contains a new edition of the 2007 Vision entry.
This new blend contains tobaccos from three countries and four growing regions. The prime grade Cameroon wrapper encases a vintage blend of an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder along with Nicaraguan Habanos fillers from Estelí and Jalapa. To say this medium to full bodied, smooth smoking cigar is complexly blended is an understatement.
Now for the best part. The double sliding drawer humidor with LED lighting is worth the price of admission to say the least. This masterpiece will be around long after you finish those great cigars. This CAO Limited Edition Vision Humidor & Toro Cigars won’t be around for long. Get the hint?
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Ecuador Sumatra
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: STG Estelí
Blender: Rick Rodriguez
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The Limited Edition Aura cigars are E.P. Carrillo’s first super-premium offering acknowledging the Chinese Zodiac.
Consisting of 12, torpedo-shaped vitolas, no two blends are the same. What’s more important? All the vintage tobaccos are hand-selected by Ernesto and aged at least five years. With attention to detail, each mahogany box is meticulously handcrafted. All boxes include an individual humidifier. A set of cards detailing the individual cigar blends and their corresponding animal personalities is a great finishing touch.
So if you’re a fan of this super exclusive brand and can appreciate expertly crafted cigars, what are you waiting for? Only 450 boxes of the Limited Edition Aura were sent to the U.S.
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CAO Pilon Anejo is a limited edition follow up to the very successful Classic Pilon from 2015.
The Pilon Anejo’s complex blend uses a Cuban seed Ecuadoran Sumatra wrapper, Honduran Habano binder, and vintage grade Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers. The result is a terrific medium to full bodied smoke thats as enjoyable for passionados as well as new comers.
Don’t take our word for it. Cigar Coop gives it a 90, Blind Man’s Puff gives it a 92 and KATMAN gives it an astounding 94! There’s no doubt Pilon Anejo is another winner for CAO and all cigar lovers!
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
Factory: HATSA
Blender: Rick Rodriguez
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The Warped Devil’s Hands Corona Especial is the result of Kyle Gellis’ best thinking.
All the leaves contained in this very special cigar are from Aganorsa’s most prized and regarded farms in Esteli, while the cover leaf is Shade Grown Corojo ’99 from Jalapa. The result is a truly amazing smoking experience.
Cigar Aficionado rates the Devil’s Hands a respectable 92 with a great description. “Rolled with a multi-seam cap and tan wrapper, this good-looking corona delivers a profoundly nutty smoke of pistachio, almond and cashew character. Herbal and peppery notes also come through before a finish hinting of caramel.” Noted Reviewer KATMAN rates it higher at 94. His words are spot on. “The cigar just explodes with complexity. Strength hits the ceiling. This blend is so complete in its design.”
If you consider yourself a seasoned smoker, this cigar has your name all over it!
Origin: Esteli, Nicaragua
Factory: Aganorsa Leaf
Vitola: 6 x 44
Wrapper: Nicaragua Corojo ’99
Filler: Nicaragua Criollo ’98 and Corojo ’99
Binder: Nicaragua Criollo ’98
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Fratello Bundles are also known as the CAMO line.
With attention to detail, Fratello’s efforts to create a value priced cigar with the same quality of their higher priced premiums paid off! These cigars offer smokers the excellence of the Fratello brand for just over $3 each! The owner of Fratello Cigars worked at NASA but you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to see the amazing value in this lineup! Now you can enjoy a great Fratello cigar on an everyday basis. It doesn’t get any better than this!
So, what are you waiting for? Experience some of the best bundles in the game today!
Verde: Ecuadorian Connecticut Wrapper
Rosso – Ecuadorian Habano Wrapper
Blue – Maduro Wrapper
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Fratello Navetta Inverso is yet another very popular blend from this great company.
With attention to detail, the Navetta Inverso possesses a three country vintage blend of tobacco. The result is an extremely flavorful yet mild to medium bodied, brighter and sweeter smoking experience. The jury of reviewers is in! Cigar Coop says it was a flavorful experience that developed nicely throughout. KATMAN states this cigar is a solid blend. Cigar Coop exclaimed it delivered a medium to full experience for both strength and body.
Judge Navetta Inverso for yourself and we think you’ll agree. This Fratello is a must try for a lighter smoke that delivers powerful flavors.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Ecuador
Filler: Nicaragua | Dominican Republic
Factory: Fábrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua, S.A. (Nicaragua)
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The Texan is this company’s biggest cigar yet!
This large format cigar is the brand’s biggest to date. The size isn’t the only thing that’s huge here, it also applies to the flavors!!! The Texan is a real full bodied smoke packed with ligero tobaccos but don’t let that fool you. This cigar is complex and has a surprising amount of depth. This colossus features an Ecuadorian wrapper and binder with a complex blend of fillers from various countries.
Noted reviewer KATMAN rates the Texan an astounding 94! His words say it all. “More flavors than you can shake a stick at. Complexity is through the roof. Savory v. Sweet is perfect.”
Wrapper: Ecuadorian HVA
Binder: Sumatran
Filler: Dominican Piloto Cubano Ligero, Dominican Andullo, Nicaraguan Estelï, Pennsylvanian Ligero
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What can you say about Ashton that hasn’t already been said? These Super Premium cigars are blended by the Fuente family and have been a top selling brand for decades. These rich Dominican smokes will give you a great introduction to what every blend they offer in a well put together 5 cigar sampler pack. And yes, this great item is also a perfect gift for any cigar lover. Get one today and see what all the fuss is about!
The Ashton Samplers 5 Cigar Assortment Box includes one each of the following great cigars;
1 – VSG Robusto
1 – Aged Maduro No. 40
1 – Cabinet Selection Pyramid
1 – Classic 8-9-8
1 – Heritage Churchill
La Flor Dominicana Robusto Selection Sampler is one this company’s best offerings.
To begin with, this sampler offers access to the ultra premium blends from LFD in the format of the hugely popular Robusto size. With attention to detail, each one of these cigars represents why this company has become so successful. All these Robustos offer La Flor’s signature medium to full bodied taste with an amazing array of flavor notes second to none!
Do you want to try some of the best blends LFD has to offer? Without a doubt, these stunning robustos pack a tasty punch with some complex flavors and are all ready for your immediate enjoyment.
To sum up, the La Flor Dominicana Robusto Selection Sampler includes one each of the following great cigars:L 250 Natural /L 250 Cabinet /Air Bender Matatan /Litto Gomez Diez Cubano & a Suave Maceo
All you have to do is check the ratings of these first class offerings. Then you’ll see they are some of the worlds most desirable cigars. And as you can see, this sampler is beautifully boxed making it a great gift as well. If you have a cigar lover in your life, this sampler will be much appreciated for sure!
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Alec Bradley Taste of the World Chunk Cigar Sampler is another great offering from this iconic company.
Look no further for better way to try four of Alec Bradley’s best selling cigar blends. There’s a reason for their popularity. With attention to detail, each one is a testament to expert craftsmanship and highly rated. It’s also important to note that this sampler comes in a beautiful gift box making it a perfect gift for any smoker who enjoys big ring size cigars
To sum up, the Alec Bradley Taste of the World Chunk Sampler includes 2 each of the following 4.25” x 60 stoutly sized cigars:
2 – Black Market Chunk – 90-rated
2 – Gatekeeper Chunk – 95-rated
2 – Magic Toast Chunk – 95-rated
2 – Kintsugi Chunk – 92-rated
But don’t take our word for it, check these cigars out for yourself and you’ll see what we mean. These are four of Alec Bradley’s finest offerings!
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The Fratello Navetta possesses a flavor profile like no other in this company’s portfolio.
With attention to detail, Navetta is a gorgeous rich smoke that comes from 3-year-old aged tobaccos from Ecuador, Dominican Republic, and Nicaragua. Without reservation, this cigar is Fratello’s most complex cigar to say the least.
The critics agree! Blind Man’s Puff rates it a solid 90 and raves. “There is only one word to describe this cigar, phenomenal. Flavors were on point, construction was nearly flawless and it made the time spent smoking it memorable. I would recommend this cigar to anyone that loves a deep, dark, flavorful cigar.”
Cigar Authority ramps the score up to 93 with even better words. “Navetta is different from anything else in the company portfolio and part of the reason is the proprietary tobacco from Jalapa that brings a profile that was enjoyable and dare I say out of this world. It’s wonderfully complex and for me is the best cigar from Fratello to date. It’s a dense cigar that has many stages. It smokes slow before reaching breakaway velocity that will have me coming back again.”
What more do you need to know about this phenomenal cigar?
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Oscuro
Binder: Dominican Republic Viso
Filler: Nicaragua (Single Origin Jalapa)
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: Omar de Frias
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Warped Eagles Descent Toro Especial is a bold, intricate expression of the cigar maker’s art to say the least..
This very special cigar is a sophisticated mix of seriously aged Nicaraguan tobaccos, coming from the fertile regions of Estelí and Jalapa. The fillers provide a deep, complex base, curating earthy, robust flavors and subtle hints of sweetness. The binder is a vintage Nicaraguan leaf that enhances the structural integrity and flavor profile of the cigar.
Cigar Aficionado describes this limited production cigar well. “Light brown in color with a veiny wrapper and triple cap, this cigar draws and burns evenly. The nutty, cedary core is spiced up by zesty notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger that lead to a walnut shell finish.” With this in mind, noted reviewer KATMAN rates Eagles Descent a 94! Enough said!
Eagles Descent Toro Especial comes in only one size, measuring 5 5/8 x 52 of 25 count boxes. But Beware…..only 1,500 were made so……. Get em’ when we have ’em.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99
Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98
Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 and Criollo ’98
Factory: TABSA
Blender: Kyle Gellis
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All the Joya De Nicaragua cigars contained in this amazingly crafted wooden display keepsake box are highly rated. Weather you’re looking to restock your personal humidor with a great array of these iconic blends or looking for a one of a kind gift for a cigar lover, this awesome sampler is a top pick!
Each expertly crafted wooden keepsake box includes the following highly rated selections in an assortment of this company’s iconic shapes and sizes:
11- Antano Classics 6- Antano Dark Corojo 4- Gran Reserva 4- Antano Connecticut
If you’ve never tried this company’s awesome cigars, this sampler is the way to go!
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The Espinosa 601 Black Label 2021 Toro is positioned as a more robust Connecticut smoking experience.
Cigar Coop rates this great cigar at 91. They recommend it to all smokers, “While it’s a bolder Connecticut, it’s an approachable candidate for both the novice and experienced cigar enthusiast. As for myself, this is a cigar I would smoke again and buy multiples to keep in the humidor. It exceeds the Cigar Coop Standard of Excellence threshold.”
We also think what the reviewers at Developing Palates has to say is worth mentioning. “There is this creamy and cedar quality present. Chocolate joins the profile as it settles in. Lingering post draw baking spices and bread form shortly after. A rich complex sweetness underpins the chocolate and cedar, and manages to anchor the flavors together.”
Without a doubt, this Espinosa creation is a hit.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: La Zona
Blender: Hector Alfonso
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La Gloria Cubana 8th Street is a celebration of the storied history of cigar making on Miami’s 8th Street, a.k.a. “Calle do Ocho”.
The LGC 8th Street is a collaboration with the Master Blenders of El Titan de Bronze. Production takes place nearby the original El Credito factory. For starters, the Ecuadorian Havana Oscuro wrapper encases vintage fillers from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. Adding in a select Nicaraguan binder completes the formula. The result is a true artisan grade cigar.
On the whole, the 8th street makes a good impression on the folks at Halfwheel. They enjoy the “Distinctive flavor profile marked by a full-bodied creaminess.” Cigar Score gives this smoke their top rating with good things to say as well. “ A very enjoyable cigar with some wonderful complexity.” Small Batch Cigar plainly states the 8th street is a flavor bomb. Think chocolate, citrus, raisin, sweet earth, hay, anise, black tea, apple, graham cracker, and dry cocoa. Their take….”Smoke output is significant on this bad boy. It burns well and the draw is spot-on.”
No doubt this very special cigar is another winner for this great brand.
Country of Origin: U.S.A. Florida
Factory: El Titan de Bronze
Wrapper: Ecuador (Habano) Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
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The Espinosa 10th Anniversary was specially blended to celebrate the company’s first decade in the cigar business.
This 10th Anniversary celebratory cigar is the creation of one of Erik’s best blenders, Hector Alfonso. Setting this Nicaraguan puro apart is the very special Hybrid Habano wrapper. This along with the vintage fillers gives this smoke a medium to full strength with a smooth medium body. Without a doubt it’s balanced and complex. Together with flavor notes of cedar wood, chocolate and peppery spices you also have natural tobacco taste from start to finish.
To this end, The Cigar Coop Coalition rates it a very respectable 92.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Hybrid Habano
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: San Lotano
Blender: Hector Alfonso
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Espinosa Sarsaparilla Belicoso is definitely one of the most unique entries from this great company.
Blend-wise, this medium bodied Sarsaparilla edition features a Mexican San Andres wrapper over all-Nicaraguan vintage grade tobaccos. The result is a perfectly made, very flavorful cigar overall.
Think a mix of chocolate, cream, cedar, and mixed pepper for starters. In fact, noted reviewer KATMAN finds even more flavors. “And mysteriously, the red pepper and cinnamon mellow out…allowing the previously described flavors to hit the stage front and center. Constant motion. Nice transitions.” To this end, the guys at Blind Man’s Puff rate it a solid score of 90.
To top it off, Cigar Coop rates this great cigar a stellar 93. They describe it best. “Sarsaparilla is a very good cigar. It offers a unique flavor profile, has some nice complexity, and has great construction. While many know I tend to be critical of the San Andres Maduro wrapper, the team at La Zona really does a great job with this.”
Needless to say, if you’re a fan of Espinosa Cigars, this one is a top pick!
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega & Esteli)
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New World Dorado is the newest and most coveted blend of this popular line.
With attention to detail, most of the tobacco in the Dorado comes from a single plot of land, namely the Dorado farm in Estelí, Nicaragua. This all Nicaraguan blend consists of of a sun-grown, Cuban-seed wrapper and Criollo ’98 binder with filler from AJ’s other fields.
The result speak for themselves. Cigar Aficionado rates it a very impressive 94. Their description says it all. “Beautifully rolled with an even draw and combustion, this dark, box-pressed cigar envelops the palate with rich layers of caramel, orange peel, toast and nuts. A subtle floral undertone appears before the long espresso finish, which hints of walnut. Complex and delicious.” Not convinced? Katman gave it an astounding 97 and Blind Man’s Puff scored it at 96. What more so you need to know!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Sun Grown
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: AJ Fernandez
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Wrapper- Sumatra
Binder- Indonesia
Filler- Pennsylvania, Nicaragua and Dominican
The name of this Drew Estate cigar comes from the 20 acre farm in Clermont, Florida where this special tobacco is grown. The company calls it “a complex and medium-bodied cigar with super oaky and cedar notes accompanied by a whisper of white pepper and a bright hint of citrus.” Considering this cigar’s high ratings, it seems to be another winner for Drew Estate.
With attention to detail, 20 Acre Farm showcases Florida Sun Grown tobacco while enhancing the sophisticated smoking characteristics of the other tobaccos in the blend. If you’re a fan of boutique offerings containing very special leaves, this is a cigar to try for sure. See what Florida’s unique sungrown tobacco combined with the craftsmanship of Drew Estate is all about!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fábrica Drew Estate
Wrapper: Ecuador (Shade Grown Connecticut)
Binder: Honduras (Habano)
Filler: Nicaragua (Estelí & Jalapa) & U.S.A. (Florida Sun Grown)
