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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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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,…
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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…