Staff Picks

Our hard-working staff is busy smoking dozens of cigars, so you don't have to! Each week, they choose their favorite stick from the bunch.
Patricio Olivares
TASTE:Leather, Wood, Nutty, Creamy, Vanilla
HOBBIES:Working on cars, Poker, Video Games, Formula 1, and Film
STRENGTH:Medium, Full
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Rocky Patel DBS Toro 6"1/2 * 52

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Rocky Patel DBS Toro 61/2 * 52
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The Rocky Patel DBS Toro is one of those cigars that really makes you stop and pay attention. DBS stands for “Double Broadleaf Selection,” and you can tell right from the first light that Rocky wasn’t messing around here. The wrapper is a rich, oily Mexican San Andrés broadleaf that gives it a dark, almost rustic look, and underneath you’ve got Nicaraguan binder and fillers mixed with Pennsylvania broadleaf—so it’s packing depth from every angle. Right off the bat, you’re hit with earthiness, cocoa, and this sweet spice that coats the palate. There’s a natural richness to it, almost chewy, but it’s balanced and doesn’t overwhelm. As it opens up, I picked up black pepper on the retrohale along with leather and a subtle espresso note. By the halfway point, the cigar settles into this beautiful groove where the flavors weave together—bold, but not harsh. The broadleaf really shines through with that dark sweetness and a touch of mineral character. Construction is classic Rocky Patel: firm roll, slow even burn, and a dense smoke output that feels luxurious. The draw had just the right amount of resistance, and the ash held tight in long, solid stacks. Strength-wise, I’d put it in the medium-to-full category—not a knockout punch, but it definitely commands your attention. Overall, the DBS Toro is a cigar for someone who wants complexity and richness without sacrificing smoothness. It’s got enough punch to satisfy seasoned smokers, but it’s also refined enough that you can sit back and really appreciate the craftsmanship. To me, it’s one of the more memorable releases from Rocky in recent years. Picked on 09/07/2025
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Mace Maisuria
TASTE:Creamy, woody, spicy
HOBBIES:Golfing, cooking, movies and documentaries
STRENGTH:Medium
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Ozgener Karatoba Robusto Extra 5"1/2 * 55

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Ozgener Karatoba Robusto Extra 51/2 * 55
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The Ozgener Karatoba is one of those blends that really shows off Tim Ozgener’s knack for balance and refinement. Right off the first light, you get a creamy texture layered with toasted nuts, cedar, and a touch of black pepper that lets you know this cigar has some backbone without being overbearing. The construction is excellent—dense, even pack, slow burn, and a draw that’s open but not loose. Midway through, the cigar opens up with a subtle sweetness, almost like cocoa powder, while the spice smooths into more of a warm baking spice. It’s the kind of profile that feels familiar yet elevated, a nod to classic Nicaraguan blends but with a more polished finish. This isn’t a “knock you down” powerhouse, but it’s not a lightweight either. I’d put it in that medium to medium-plus range, a great option for someone who appreciates depth of flavor without overwhelming strength. For me, the Karatoba smokes like a blend made by someone who respects tradition but isn’t afraid to put a modern spin on it—and that’s exactly what makes it memorable. Picked on 09/07/2025
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Luis Novas
TASTE:Habano, Broadleaf, Mexican San Andres
HOBBIES:Cooking, writing, reading, cigars, cycling
STRENGTH:Medium to Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Tatuaje Miami Seleccion del Cazador
Crowned Heads Four Kicks Maduro
Sin Compromiso

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Ozgener Aramas A54 6"1/4 * 54

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Ozgener Aramas A54 61/4 * 54
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The Ozgener Aramas A54 is a standout offering from Ozgener Family Cigars, blended and produced at the renowned Tabacalera La Alianza factory in the Dominican Republic. This torpedo-shaped cigar, measuring 6¼ × 54, features a dark and oily Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper over an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder and a rich filler blend of Dominican, Nicaraguan, and U.S. Connecticut Broadleaf tobaccos. From the first light, the cigar opens with bold notes of earth and coffee, setting a deep and grounded tone. As the smoke progresses, it evolves beautifully, introducing layers of dark chocolate, espresso, and leather, before finishing with a touch of sweet licorice that lingers pleasantly on the palate. This is a classic maduro cigar with sweet, chocolatey and coffee-like notes. The draw left a little bit to be desired, but the inclusion of Connecticut Broadleaf in the filler is something very interesting that we don't see too often! For the 'coffee on coffee' experience, I'd recommend pairing this with an espresso. Picked on 09/05/2025
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William Lazo
TASTE:Nutty, woody, pepper, cream
HOBBIES:Video games, watching football and MMA, movies
STRENGTH:Medium-Full
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Punch Maduro Rothschild 4"1/2 * 50

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Punch Maduro Rothschild 41/2 * 50
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Right from the start, this cigar gives a nice little pepper kick through the retrohale, with a smooth, sweet oak on the finish. That oakiness is softened by a touch of cream, which makes the opening really enjoyable. As you work through the first third, the cigar gets creamier and sweeter, but the wood stays the main flavor holding everything together. Heading into the middle, the cream starts to back off and some leather steps in, pairing nicely with the oak. The burn is on point—straight and steady—with a solid ash that hangs on for a good half of the smoke. Around this point, a bit of spice creeps in, and before long the spices take center stage, backed by that leather and oak combo. In the final third, the cream makes a quick comeback, while the oak fades into the background, giving leather more room to shine. A touch of espresso shows up near the end, along with a light, vegetal note that lingers as you finish it off. Picked on 09/04/2025
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Gabriel Novas
TASTE:All
HOBBIES:Playing guitar, watching movies, reading
STRENGTH:Medium to Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Arturo Fuente Don Carlos
Crowned Heads Le Careme
Liga Privada H99
Foundation Olmec Claro

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Red Anchor Commodore 7" * 55

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Red Anchor Commodore 7 * 55
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Red Anchor isn’t a new name—it’s a reborn legacy. Originally founded in 1772, this historic brand has been revived by United Cigars at the Kelner Boutique Factory in the Dominican Republic. Every tobacco in this cigars complex blend has been aged at least three years before aging. Upon lighting I'm immediately greeted with creamy notes, accompanied by cedar and a stiff touch of white pepper on the retrohale. Moving into the second third the pepper and cedar giving way to warmer, nutty notes. It's at this point in the cigar that I notice a pronounced leathery finish on my palate. The burn is perfectly even throughout and the draw has the perfect amount of resistance to make for a satisfying smoke. Moving into the final third the flavor notes get more intense, earthiness and cocoa flavors come on as the cigar begins to take on a more bitter flavor. All in all a very complex and enjoyable medium bodied smoke with some great flavor changes throughout. I smoked this cigar with a club soda to focus all my attention on the cigar itself and I found this to be a great decision, as the experience was incredible. This commodore size comes in a hefty 7' * 55 so make sure you've eaten and have plenty of time to enjoy this cigar to the maximum. Picked on 09/04/2025
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Robert Vallee
TASTE:Coffee, dark chocolate, earth
HOBBIES:Smoking, making music, playing cards
STRENGTH:Medium to Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Padron 1926 Serie Maduro
The Tabernacle
Punch Diablo

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Illusione Allegria Robusto 5" * 52

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Its about time I got around to reviewing an Illusione cigar. This has been one of my favorite brands for a long time, and when I saw that a new blend hit our stores I just had to try it. The Allegria is a sister brand to OneOff, another Illusione line that both don the peace sign on the band of their cigars. The Illusione Allegria Robusto is a Nicaraguan cigar, with a Honduran wrapper that delivers both character and balance in a medium-full bodied profile. From the first draw, it opens with lively notes of cedar, toasted nuts, and a touch of natural sweetness, quickly followed by peppery spice that keeps the palate engaged without being overwhelming. I found the draw to be a little tight in the beginning, but eventually I was puffing big billows of train exhaust like smoke a quarter of the way through. Despite its golden tan wrapper, this cigar packs a little bit of a punch. A nice medium-full experience once you get past the first quarter of this stogie with notes of black pepper, cedar and a little bit of salted caramel. The burn was very consistent, no touch-ups needed or relighting. This is another fantastic release from Illusione and it paired well with a black coffee with a little bit of sugar while I was doing my fantasy football draft. Another worthy addition to my roster of monthly picks. Don't sleep on this one. Picked on 09/04/2025
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Rene Labor
AGE:38
TASTE:Wood, Earth, Leather
HOBBIES:Guitar, Beer, Sarcasm
STRENGTH:Medium/Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Liga Privada No. 9
Padron 1964 Anniversary Maduro
Tatuaje Miami Seleccion del Cazador
Kristoff GC Signature Series
Eiroa CBT Maduro

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New World Decenio Toro 6"1/2 * 54

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New World Decenio Toro 61/2 * 54
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There's certain cigars that you just KNOW are going to be a hot topic after their release, and the New World Decenio by AJ Fernandez is a perfect example of that. When I first heard about this upcoming celebratory release, I knew it would be the talk of the cigar town, and now that it's been out for a few weeks, I decided to board the hype train. I'll start by saying that I've always enjoyed AJ's brands, but in recent years found that some of his blends have started becoming a little too "samey" for my palate. Not the case with the new Decenio! I'm happy to say that this has to be my favorite AJ Fernandez offering in a long time! Those smokers worried about a pepper bomb have nothing to fear, as the Decenio is full-bodied yet smooth as butter, with little spice to be found. Notes of leather dominate the palate, with touches of espresso and almonds swirling around as well. Progressing along into the second half, a subtle citrus note begins to seep in, and by the end the leathery goodness is thicker than ever, making for one bold but svelte experience. The draw on my toro was immaculate, wide open and billowing a ton of smoke as per most of AJ's sticks. The burn was mostly fine, with a little touch up needed once or twice, but nothing that annoyed me. Although the spice is low on this one, it is still very much a strong smoke, and is best saved as an after-dinner treat. All in all, I highly recommend this stogie, and have already enjoyed 3 in the short time it's been out. The hype is real. Celebrate a decade of excellence with the new New World Decenio! Picked on 08/19/2025
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Martin Ruiz
AGE:32
TASTE:All
HOBBIES:Sports, video games, food, good beer
STRENGTH:All

FAVORITE BRANDS
Liga Privada No. 9
Padron 1926 Serie Natural
Arturo Fuente Fuente Opus X
Flor de las Antillas

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Liga Privada No. 9 Belicoso 6" * 52

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Today, I’m reviewing the cigar that made me fall in love with cigars: the Liga Privada No. 9. More specifically, my favorite vitola in the line, the Belicoso. In my opinion, it's hands down the best size this cigar comes in. Right from the first light, the smoke output is incredible, exactly what you’d expect from Drew Estate. Wrapped in a dark, toothy Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro, the wrapper alone is enough to make your mouth water. The cigar opens with bold notes of espresso, black pepper, earth, and dark chocolate, quickly followed by cocoa, leather, and a touch of dark fruit sweetness. As it progresses, hints of oak, anise, and roasted nuts develop, all layered over a smooth, creamy backbone. Throughout the entire smoke, dark chocolate, espresso, and black pepper remain front and center, making every draw rich and satisfying. The Belicoso shape amplifies the flavor without sacrificing smoothness, and the construction is flawless from start to finish. This has been my go-to cigar for over five years, and somehow, it just keeps getting better. I always recommend trying the Liga Privada No. 9 at least once, and if you can get your hands on the Belicoso vitola, don’t let it pass you by. It pairs perfectly with a good whiskey or bourbon and delivers an experience that never disappoints. Picked on 08/07/2025
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Erika Colmenares
TASTE:Creamy, Vanilla
HOBBIES:Traveling, Going to the beach, Music
STRENGTH:Mild-Medium

FAVORITE BRANDS
Montecristo White
La Galera Connecticut
Sobremesa Brulee

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Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Robusto 5"1/2 * 50

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Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Robusto 51/2 * 50
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The Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Robusto is a cigar that, at first glance, promises an elegant and well-balanced smoking experience. Its robusto vitola is ideal for a medium-length smoke, comfortable in the hand and perfect for a relaxed session. Construction is excellent: firm to the touch, with a silky, light Connecticut wrapper that has a slight sheen and invites you to light it up. Upon lighting, smooth and creamy notes come through immediately hallmarks of well-aged Connecticut wrappers. As the cigar progresses, subtle hints of cedar, nuts, and a touch of natural sweetness emerge, with a clean retrohale and no harshness. The burn is even throughout, and the ash holds well, a testament to its quality craftsmanship. I paired this cigar with toasted almonds a simple but spot-on match. The almonds’ roasted notes and slightly oily texture enhanced the cigar’s soft profile, adding contrast without overpowering it. The harmony between the two made the experience even more enjoyable. What stands out most about the Vintage 1999 is its balance. It doesn’t overwhelm, but it’s far from bland. It’s a great option for both newcomers and seasoned smokers looking for a smoother cigar to unwind with. Plus, its price point is very reasonable given its quality, making it an excellent daily smoke to keep in the humidor. In summary, the Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Robusto offers a pleasant, refined, and unpretentious experience. A calm, elegant smoke that I would gladly revisit. Ideal for: relaxed mornings, light pairings, or as a first cigar of the day. Picked on 08/06/2025
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Eliu Arroyo
TASTE:All
HOBBIES:MMA, Listening to music, Photography, Videography
STRENGTH:Medium to Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Padron 1926 Serie Maduro
Leaf by Oscar
The Tabernacle

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Ashton ESG 22-Year Salute 6" * 52

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The ESG Torpedo begins with a gentle kick of black pepper and a subtle tartness on the tongue. The pepper leads the way early on, especially through the first inch, but never overwhelms. Despite the spice, the smoke is impressively smooth and creamy from the start. It doesn’t take long to realize this cigar has something special — the aroma is rich, multi-layered, and unlike anything else. Hints of cedar and soft florals drift through the nose, both understated and refined. The ambient scent is particularly inviting. As the cigar transitions into the middle third, the profile deepens with earthy tones and a touch of lightly roasted coffee. The floral sweetness in the aroma lingers beautifully, though a dry, tannic finish begins to creep in — something that slightly detracts from the otherwise pleasant experience. The pepper fades into the background while the strength of the cigar subtly ramps up. The final third stays remarkably smooth, keeping its creamy character intact. The bouquet is truly captivating, with delicate notes of lavender or violet that never become overly perfumed. It’s floral, but expertly balanced. That said, the tannic dryness continues to linger on the palate, leaving my mouth feeling parched by the end. Still, the aroma alone makes the hour-long journey worth it. Picked on 07/10/2025
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Moe Afyouni
AGE:31
TASTE:Creamy, fruity, sweet, vanilla, coffee
HOBBIES:Football, basketball, golfing, traveling
STRENGTH:Medium-Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Padron 1964 Anniversary Natural
San Cristobal
H. Upmann 1844 Reserve

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Plasencia Alma del Cielo Amanecer 6" * 60

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Plasencia Alma del Cielo Amanecer 6 * 60
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This one I have been waiting for like a kid on Christmas. The Alma del Cielo is the newest addition to the Plasencia line and the first high-elevation cigar made. The name meaning “Soul from the Sky,” grown at Finca San Julian in Condega, situated at greater than 3500 feet above sea level. It is a Nicaraguan puro with a Nicaraguan Habano wrapper. Its dressed with a very familiar band but with a blue color. Construction was flawless and as perfect as a cigar can be. The cigar had no imperfections and required no touch ups as I smoked it. The first notes that jumped at me were cedar and a sweet almost molasses like flavor. The cigar was extremely creamy and a lot of natural sweetness which was pleasant and a welcomed surprise. Half way into the cigar the cedar notes took a back seat to notes of cinnamon and brown sugar, subtle but enough to be tasted and enjoyed. The last third of the cigar has a lot of earthy notes and wood notes returned and were very prominent with a touch of spice that I really enjoyed. Plasencia never disappoints and anyone a fan of the brand will love this cigar no matter your wrapper or strength preference, this cigar can be enjoyed by all. This cigar was unlike any cigar I've smoked recently and I will be smoking this again in the other vitolas in the very near future. A must try! Picked on 05/30/2025
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Joseph Pizzuto
TASTE:Nutty, creamy, woody, leathery
HOBBIES:Rap, making music, basketball, comedy
STRENGTH:Medium to full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Natural
Padron 1964 Anniversary Maduro
Liga Privada Unicos
Davidoff Nicaragua

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Partagas de Bronce Corona Gorda 6"1/4 * 46

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Partagas de Bronce Corona Gorda 61/4 * 46
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Alright, if you don't know about the birthplace of this cigar then you definitely need to get acquainted. Rolled out of the El Titan de Bronze factory located on SW 8th St, the Partagas de Bronce is a special stick rolled by level 9 Cuban rollers! The craftmanship and superb construction leaves you amazed. With a beautiful white ash I was extremely impressed by how well made this cigar was. Upon first light I was met with strong notes of cedar as well as graham crackers. I was overall impressed by how much this cigar tasted like a cinnamon graham cracker. As I continued, those notes started to blend with some cocoa notes as well. You will also notice an extremely pleasant creamy and smooth consistency all they way through till the end. I was drinking a chocolate milk while enjoying this one which really pronounced the cookie notes I was experiencing. Overall regardless of it being a bit pricier then your average budget stick, I would gladly throw this one in your collection for special nights and special moments with friends and family! Highly advise you pair with a Caribbean rum instead of a chocolate milk like me - hopefully you aren't on the clock like I was when you light it up! Picked on 03/14/2025
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Luz Holguin
TASTE:Earthy, Pepper
HOBBIES:Cooking, Reading, Traveling
STRENGTH:Medium

FAVORITE BRANDS
Arturo Fuente
La Aurora Preferidos Cameroon Platinum
Tatuaje Black Label
La Galera Imperial Jade

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My Father The Judge Grand Robusto 5" * 60

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A smoke for fans of medium to full bodied cigars, with a reddish-brown Sumatra seed wrapper grown in Ecuador that gives this stick a rich flavor of earth and spice. There is white pepper and cinnamon that comes not just from this wrapper, but also from the double binder Corojo and Criollo leaves. I rarely go for the thick ring gauges such as this one but in this case, it works. The Jalapa and Esteli fillers in the blend balance each other, one providing a creamy and smooth flavor and the other a bolder, more leathery and spicy flavor. This is a well balanced smoke that will satisfy your craving. Regardless of whether you consider it to be worthy of the Best Cigar of the Year award or not, I encourage you to forget the accolades and just enjoy this cigar for what it is: a damn good cigar! Picked on 03/14/2025
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Samuel Pafford
TASTE:Natural tobacco / anything new
HOBBIES:Video games, dogs, documentaries, smoking new cigars
STRENGTH:Medium to full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Oliva Serie V Melanio
ADVentura the Navigator
Crowned Heads Mil Dias

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Kristoff Veinte 20th Anniversary Robusto 5" * 50

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Kristoff Veinte 20th Anniversary Robusto 5 * 50
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Today's review happened by accident, but what an awesome mistake. I was trying to grab Kristoff's Vengeance (another great full bodied blend) and thought I was grabbing one of the rebranded versions. Instead, we stumbled into Kristoff's 20th Anniversary. I'd like to start by mentioning the entire Kristoff line is very approachable for price and is offering delicious opportunities in every strength bracket, even if this review doesn't sound like you I think there is a Kristoff that would fit in your rotation. Now to the business at hand. This cigar is rocking a nearly black Brazilian wrapper, Indonesian binder, and filled with Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania tobacco. For taste it was oaky and smokey all the way through with a light natural sweetness. While it did lead with a decent peppery bite on the first half inch (expected based on tobacco varietals) this mellowed out by the end of the first inch and turned silky smooth by the mid way point, for my pallet delicious transitions. Some dark coco notes were present throughout that became more pronounced further into the cigar as the rest of it mellowed. This build also hit the spot in terms of construction. Smoked this at work with all the days distractions and it never went out on me, never bittered, and took me almost an hour to nub this classic 5 x 50 robusto. Bold start, rich flavors, inoffensive bite, and a quality construction on an anniversary edition cigar that hit with a standard price tag, yes please! Medium bodied guys with an adventurous side willing to get through the first half inch and any full bodied smoker is going to find something to like about this cigar, enjoy friends! Picked on 01/28/2025
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George Perez
TASTE:All. Except soft
HOBBIES:Smoking good cigars, watching movies, Jazz music, spending time with family
STRENGTH:Medium , Medium to full, Full

FAVORITE BRANDS
Oliva Serie V
La Flor Dominicana Limited Edition
Espinosa Habano
CAO Flathead
New World
Asylum 13 Ogre
La Galera Habano
CLE Prieto

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La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Coronation 6" * 52

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La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Coronation 6 * 52
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The aroma de cuba has always delivered some great cigars. That tradition continues with the Noblesse Coronation. This cigar is packed with some great flavors. This medium body cigar has a great earthy, nutty flavor at the beginning. Some hints of chocolate is introduced also at the beginning. Thge draw is phenominal. It has an easy draw. Can not say that about alot of cigars. The aroma is welcoming too. At the half way point, those flavors at the beginning are still found. Some cigars would of changed a bit at this point. Not this one. The draw is still great. Toward the end of the cigar, I was not surprised that the cigar was still consistent. It did pick up a bit in strength to a medium full. Some hints of spice was also introduced. Not overwhelming. But enough to make the cigar enjoyable. Every flavor was still there. The earthiness, the nutty. The hint of chocolate was not too overwhelming. This is one cigar that you have to try. What I liked about it also, no aftertaste was left in my mouth. Like some cigars tend to do. And if you need to pair it with a nice drink, I would recomend a nice Glenlevit. The oak of the drink compliments it. Enjoy everyone Picked on 09/17/2024
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Aramis C.
TASTE:Earthy, cedar, cocoa
HOBBIES:Family time, grilling, combat sports
STRENGTH:Medium to full

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Oscar 2012 Sumatra
Arturo Fuente
Aladino Classic
Tatuaje Havana VI

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Ashton VSG Illusion 6"1/2 * 44

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The Ashton VSG Illusion is one of Ashton's most popular cigars, and it's not hard to see why. Handmade by Arturo Fuente in the Dominican Republic, this cigar sports an Ecuadorian 'Virgin' Sun Grown wrapper covering a Dominican binder and fillers. The cigar has a sweet chocolatey aroma and a little spice on the dry draw. The spice really comes through on first lighting it, with a subtle sweetness that underlines a bold peppery flavor. Working through the first third I noticed the spice die down letting that molasses sweetness come through. A wide open draw and some surprisingly big puffs of smoke for such a skinny lonsdale led me to the final third. The spice is gone all but for on the retro hale, notes of cocoa and leather on the finish make for a very satisfying finale. It's no surprise this took the number 15 spot on Cigar Aficionado's 2023 Top 25, it's definitely a stick every aficionado should smoke. The cigar lasted a little over an hour, perfect for a quick hit of peppery sweetness. I'd recommend a cognac to cut through that spice and enhance the sweet flavors of the tobacco. Picked on 06/29/2024
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Adam Stewart
AGE:45
TASTE:All
HOBBIES:Music, Reading, Art, Nature, Craft Beer, Slacking
STRENGTH:All

FAVORITE BRANDS
Arturo Fuente
Liga Privada No. 9
Tatuaje Black Label
Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970

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CAO Cameroon Perfecto 4" * 48

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CAO Cameroon Perfecto 4 * 48
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This little perfecto surprised me. I was not expecting it to be bad by any means, but, being an inexpensive small cigar, I assumed it would be mediocre at best...something to smoke on while taking the dog around the block, etc. In actuality, it was excellent. While not being incredibly complex, it is well constructed and pumped out a decent amount of smoke. it also burned impeccably, and did not require any touch ups or relights, despite the foot starting out nearly as thin as a pencil. The flavor profile was somewhat typical for a Cameroon cigar....sweet, nutty, earthy, with subtle hints of cocoa / coffee. For just over $5.00, it is hard to say no to this little guy. AF Short Story fans seriously need to take note.... if your Short Stories are not available, or if you just feel like saving a couple of bucks.... this stick is for you. Try pairing with a Café con leche morning, noon or night and you will not be dissapointed. Cheers. Picked on 05/02/2023
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