Initial Thoughts CAO has a knack for blending amazing, limited run cigars like the Amazon Basin. And today, we’re taking a look at another cigar that won’t be around for forever, the CAO Flathead V23, which was blended to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Le Mans. The CAO Flathead V23 MKI Gigante, was immediately off Read more…
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Cigar Review: CAO BX3 Toro
Initial Thoughts The CAO BX3 is the latest evolution of a line of cigars that include the CAO MX2 and CAO CX2, but this time, we’re getting three Brazilian leaves. Right off the bat, the CAO BX3 Toro is a good-looking cigar. The Brazilian Mata Fina wrapper is well marbled, though there were changes in Read more…
Cigar Review: CAO Orellana 2019
Initial Thoughts Today we’re going to take a look at a rare cigar from my collection, the CAO Orellana, a predecessor to the “Amazon Basin”, that I’ve had for almost four years. According to the myth (ie CAO’s marketing team), the CAO Orellana comes from deep inside the Amazon jungle. The tobacco inside is so Read more…
UNBOXING – CSL Adventure Club February 2023 – Est. $59.53 Value?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things as well as some cigars you might not be able to find at your local brick-and-mortar shop. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways Read more…
UNBOXING – The Adventure Club DECEMBER 2022 – Est. $53.97 Value?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things as well as some cigars you might not be able to find at your local brick-and-mortar shop. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways Read more…
UNBOXING – The Adventure Club JUNE 2022 – Est. $50.49 Value?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things as well as some cigars you might not be able to find at your local brick and mortar shop. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are Read more…
Cigar Review: CAO Gold Robusto
Initial Thoughts: When it comes to the “classics,” what comes to mind? Cars? Movies? For me, “classics” are cigars like the CAO Gold Robusto, a cigar that’s been around, and one that helped put CAO on the map back in the 1980s. The CAO Gold has a classic look and feel to it. It’s got a Read more…
UNBOXING – Good Cigar Co DECEMBER 2019 – Est. $49.40 Value?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways to get new cigars you might not try otherwise. And today, I’m unboxing the DECEMBER 2019 cigar Read more…
UNBOXING – CIGRco November 2019 – Est. $72.95 Value?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways to get new cigars you might not try otherwise. And today, I’m unboxing the NOVEMBER 2019 cigar Read more…
Cigar Review: CAO Italia Ciao Robusto
Initial Thoughts: When I walked into Monte’s Cigar Shop in Albuquerque, NM today, I didn’t really know what I’d walk out with. Monte’s has a great humidor, so I knew narrowing it down to just one cigar might cause some stress. However, I walked out with a cigar I’ve been thinking about for a few weeks, Read more…
UNBOXING – CIGRco AUGUST 2019 – Is it Worth $72.54?
One of the best reasons to join a cigar subscription club is to have the opportunity to try new things. Cigar clubs, subscription boxes, cigar of the month clubs, whatever you want to call them, are great ways to get new cigars you might not try otherwise. And today, I’m unboxing the AUGUST 2019 cigar Read more…
Cigar Review: CAO Flathead V660 Carb
Initial Thoughts: The CAO Flathead V660 is one of the highest-rated, larger ring gauge cigars in the world. In fact, it won the #3 slot for Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado in 2015. In the years since I’ve been hoping to grab one of these sticks to enjoy, and today I get to. The Read more…
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 goes into a great smoke. When you hold a well-crafted cigar, you know it, and the CAO Nicaragua shows the experience of the CAO brand. Read more…
Top 10 Cigars Under $10 [2018]
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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 help you find your next great smoke, I’m going to share my top ten cigars under $10. NOTE: We’ve updated this list! Click here to Read more…
Cigar Review: CAO Pilon Toro
Initial Thoughts: The CAO Pilon lit with a great taste. The flavor was smooth yet complex. I know it’s a small thing, but the wrapper had no thick veins, and I could tell this cigar was made really well. As I finished the first 1/3 of the cigar, I noticed how well the mild flavors blended Read more…
Cigar Mold vs Plume: How To Know Which is Which
Have you ever opened your humidor ready to smoke, only to find strange powdery stuff on your favorite cigar? I have, and it’s an odd feeling. Did I screw something up? Is it too humid in here? What is that? If you’ve been in this position, relax. You have one of two problems: you either Read more…
