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Cigar Review: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Firecracker
Initial Thoughts: I’m not gonna lie, when I had the chance to smoke a three-inch, double ligero, limited edition cigar, I got excited. It’s been a while since my last La…
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Cigar Review: Serino Royale 20th Anniversary Maduro XX Sublime
Initial Thoughts: Matt at 2 Guys Smoke Shop in Nashua, New Hampshire introduced me to the Serino Royale 20th Anniversary. At first glance, the dark, maduro wrapper is almost perfect -…
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Cigar Review: La Galera 1936 Box Pressed
Initial Thoughts: This is only my 2nd La Galera cigar ever. I think my first was last year in Cincinnati, and I remember thinking it was pretty good. The La Galera…
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Cigar Review: RoMa Craft Neanderthal SGP
Initial Thoughts: This odd little cigar was recommended by one of the sales reps at 2 Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, New Hampshire. I’ve never had or even heard of RoMa…
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Cigar Review: Cohiba Nicaragua N54
Initial Thoughts: I lit the Cohiba Nicaragua N54 with excitement. Cohiba is one of the biggest names in cigars, so I jumped at the chance to enjoy one on a Tuesday…
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Cigar Review: JFR Lunatic Maduro Short Robusto
Initial Thoughts: The first puffs on the JFR Lunatic Maduro Short Robusto tasted like biting into a chocolate bar. The flavors were rich and creamy and smooth, and I could definitely…
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What Was Your First Cigar?
Do you remember your first cigar? What was it? Your first cigar is an important part of your history. For me at least, my first cigar marks the beginning of…
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Cigar Review: Bandolero Tremendos Robusto
Initial Thoughts: The first puff on the Bandolero Tremendos was sweet and leathery, the second and third tasted of dry paper or cardboard. However, after I gave the cigar a few…
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Cigar Review: Drew Estate Liga Privada T52 Corona Doble
Initial Thoughts: Liga Privada is somewhat of a rare cigar and a brand I’ve only see a few times over the last year or so. They have a higher price point,…
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Cigar Review: Rocky Patel Vintage 2006 San Andreas Robusto
Initial Thoughts: I’m always excited to smoke a new Rocky Patel, and this Vintage 2006 San Andreas was no different. The Rocky Patel San Andreas is a dark cigar that starts…
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Cigar Review: JFR Lunatic Habano Short Titan
Initial Thoughts: The first thing I noticed was how well the short, fat JFR Lunatic Habano Short Titan felt in my hand. It’s like a well-made… I don’t know what, but…
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Cigar Review: Bugatti Scuro Robusto
Initial Thoughts: I’m familiar with Bugatti supercars, but I’m unfamiliar with Bugatti’s line of cigars. So, I went into this smoke with a fair amount of skepticism. However, the Bugatti Scuro…
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Cigar Review: Fratello Navetta Endeavor
Initial Thoughts: The Fratello Navetta starts off like every cigar should – with a smooth, rich, sweet flavor and an easy draw. This is my first Fratello, and based on my…
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Cigar Review: My Father La Opulencia Toro
Initial Thoughts: It’s no secret that My Father has become one of my favorite cigar brands. Everyone My Father cigar I’ve reviewed has earned a CigarScore of 4 or 5. So,…
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Cigar Review: Gurkha Heritage Toro
Initial Thoughts: I was excited to buy the Gurkha Heritage but went into it with low expectations. Gurkha cigars have not usually been my favorite. However, the Gurkha Heritage has…
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Cigar Review: CAO Nicaragua Granada Toro
Initial Thoughts: The CAO Nicaragua is an incredibly well-made cigar. It might be weird to talk about the construction of a cigar, but there is so much artistry and work that…
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Cigar Review: Camacho Coyolar Super Toro
Initial Thoughts: When I first pulled the Camacho Coyolar Super Toro out of the plastic, the cigar smelled young (like when it smells or tastes like freshly cut grass). However, as…
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Cigar Review: La Gloria Cubana Corona Gorda
Initial Thoughts: As soon as I pulled the La Gloria Cubana Corona Gorda out of the cellophane, I noticed the wonderfully oily wrapper. The dark Connecticut maduro wrapper is a little bumpy,…