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Cigar Review: Gurkha Cellar Reserve 12 Year Platinum Solara
Initial Thoughts: When I cut this cigar, apparently the lounge’s guillotine was dull-AF, so it ripped the spiraled end right off. However, what got to see is a nice blend of…
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Cigar Review: Punch Deluxe Chateau L
Initial Thoughts: The Punch Deluxe Chateau L came highly recommended, so I started it with high expectations tempered by a lack of love for Punch cigars. And, of course, I had…
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Cigar Review: Diamond Crown Julius Caeser Toro
Initial Thoughts: At $18.95, the Diamond Crown Julius Caeser Toro is the second most expensive I’ve ever purchased (#1 was a Cuban Cohiba). The wrapper shined, the filler tobacco was well…
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Cigar Review: Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur No. 1 Maduro
Initial Thoughts: What you’ll notice first about the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur is the beautiful, shiny wrapper. When you pick this cigar up, you know it’s not going to be dry.…
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Cigar Review: Punch Signature Gigante
Initial Thoughts: Punch is one of the oldest cigar brands around, so I was excited to grab the Signature Gigante. Though this cigar is quite large (60 ring gauge), it smoked very…
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Top 10 Cigars Under $10 (2018 Edition)
There are a lot of cigars out there. And, if you’re new to the world of premium smokes, finding your next stick can be somewhat of a challenge. So, to…
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Cigar Review: Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel-Aged Sun Grown Epicure
Initial Thoughts: Perdomo is becoming one of my favorite cigar brands, and this Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel-Aged Sun Grown is on par. While this is a “bourbon barrel-aged” cigar, you won’t get…
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Cigar Review: H. Upmann Churchill
Initial Thoughts: Cuban cigars are interesting; they’re usually very well made but, in general, they’re over-hyped. The H. Upmann Churchill was mild but very well made. The burn was consistent and pleasant,…
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Cigar Review: Cusano Connecticut Churchill
Initial Thoughts: I don’t normally smoke cigars with Connecticut wrappers, but this Cusano Connecticut Churchill was given to me as a gift. I must say, this cigar smoked well, the draw…
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Cigar Review: My Father La Gran Oferta
Initial Thoughts: After I punched the end of the My Father La Gran Oferta, I noticed the draw was tight. I could pull air through, but the draw was a little…
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Cigar Review: Don Pepin Garcia Blue Original Invictos Robusto
Initial Thoughts: I knew Don Pepin was behind My Father cigars, so I grabbed the Don Pepin Garcia Blue Original with anticipation. This dark cigar is full-bodied and has a slight…
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Cigar Review: Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Toro by My Father
Initial Thoughts: Before lighting the Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial, I noticed two things. First, I noticed the My Father branding on the back of the band. Second, I noticed that this…
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Cigar Review: My Father Flor de Las Antillas Toro
Initial Thoughts: My Father is quickly becoming one of my favorite cigar brands. Their cigars have a similar taste profile that is truly wonderful and one that my palate enjoys. So,…
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Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story
Initial Thoughts: I’ve heard great things about the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story, so I thought I’d smoke one real quick before getting back to work. The Short Story is a lighter…
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Cigar Review: My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro
Initial Thoughts: I grabbed this cigar with high expectations. I’ve seen people brag about the My Father Le Bijou for months, and I gave the My Father El Centurion a CigarScore…
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Best Places to Smoke a Cigar in Atlanta During the Super Bowl
Ok, so, you’re in Atlanta for the Super Bowl, and you want to know the best place to smoke a cigar and watch the game. And, just because you CAN…
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Cigar Review: PDR 1878 Capa Oscura Robusto
Initial Thoughts: To be honest, I went into the PDR 1878 Capa Oscura Robusto with pretty low expectations. I’ve never heard of PDR before, I’m not familiar with their brand, and…
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Cigar Review: Perdomo Double Aged 12 Year Maduro Churchill
Initial Thoughts: After smoking the Epicure (Toro) of this same cigar, I had high hopes for the Perdomo Double Aged 12 Year Vintage Maduro in the Churchill size. As expected, this cigar…