Origin – Nicaragua Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Corojo
If you have a chance, click the “Ask Richie” icon at the top of the page and check out my “Bundles of Joy” article. The short version is that many of the world’s greatest cigar companies are making value priced bundles of premiums to offer their customers good quality, affordable everyday sticks. Casa Fernandez is one of the biggest and best. New Cuba is their entry into this growing category giving you their signature taste in a $2 stick. Great humidor stuffers and dog walkers! The Connecticut version listed here is mild to slightly medium bodied in taste.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Ecuador Connecticut
The JFR is a true achievement. This Nicaraguan purebred embodies all the knowledge this family holds dear. This cigar is a Cuban Styled masterpiece. Even though this stick is full bodied, its smooth and balanced, perfectly made and complexly flavored.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Maduro
The JFR is a true achievement. This Nicaraguan purebred embodies all the knowledge this family holds dear. This cigar is a Cuban Styled masterpiece. Medium to full bodied, yet smooth and balanced. Perfectly made and complexly flavored.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Corojo
Master Blender Arsenio Ramos has been turning out 90+ editions at Casa Fernandez for many years. This cigar was a celebration of his 80th birthday. It’s extraordinary to say the least. To say it’s just a great medium to full bodied cigar doesn’t do it justice.Yes, it’s smooth and complex and everything you’d expect from these guys. What’s great about this stick’s incredible blend is that it burns long and cool to the finish. A true taste balancing act achievement!! Enjoy BIG TIME!! Origin – United States Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Corojo
When you consider the vast array of entries this iconic company offers, it can become pleasantly difficult deciphering what sets each one apart from another. This Miami Reserva edition stands out in that what’s known as Medio Tiempo leaves are added to the fillers. These smallest leaves located at the very top of the plant contain the highest concentration of oil. Hence, they noticeably enhance the entire flavor spectrum of the cigar’s character. I’ve often said that taste is a personal preference. What I can say is this is a crispy, solidly medium to full bodied stick with very defined undertones of sweetness, spice and fruit. Origin – United States Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
Master Blender Arsenio Ramos has been turning out 90+ editions at Casa Fernandez for many years. This cigar is one of a trio produced in celebration of his 80th birthday. All three are extraordinary to say the least. To say this one is just a great medium bodied cigar doesn’t do it justice.Yes, it’s smooth and complex and everything you’d expect from these guys. What’s great about this stick’s incredible blend is that it burns long and cool to the finish. A true taste balancing act achievement!! Enjoy BIG TIME!! Origin – United States Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost 10 years since this highly rated edition came to market. This amazing stick combines sweetness and mild spice producing a medium to slightly full bodied taste that thoroughly enjoyable. I heartily recommend a five pack of 93 rated Lanceros at the very least! Origin – United States Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
Here’s all you need to know about Casa Fernandez cigars. Aganorsa farms in Central America has been growing Cuban Seed tobacco for over 30 years utilizing Cuban Growing techniques even including Cuban farmers overseeing the harvest to insure quality. Their a supplier to major brands like Padron. When they decided to produce their own Casa Fernandez brand everyone in the industry got interested. The JFR is a true achievement. This Nicaraguan purebred embodies all the knowledge this family holds dear. This cigar is a Cuban Styled masterpiece. Medium to full bodied, yet smooth and balanced. Perfectly made and complexly flavored. Origin – Nicaragua Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Corojo
Origin – Nicaragua Filler – Nicaraguan Binder – Nicaraguan Wrapper Type – Corojo
This edition is yet another wonderfully balanced Nicaraguan puro. This perfectly made stick is a slow burning, super smooth and creamy medium-bodied joy to behold. It’s rare when you find such an enjoyable cigar that goes as well with a morning coffee as it does with cognac and Coke! The tiny bit of spice combined with the blend’s complex velvety taste is totally unique. I recommend a five pack of Torpedos to get the full experience.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99
Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 and Criollo ’98
Filler: Nicaraguan
Factory: Sabor Aganorsa S.A (SABOR)
Blender: Arsenio Ramos, Eduardo Fernandez, Max Fernandez
Here’s the recipe for this medium to slightly full flavored robust creation:
-Use long filler leaves from the very top of the plant consisting of 1998 Criollo and 1999 Corojo vintages
-Use 1999 Rosado Corojo Wrapper
-Age for seven years
The results are a rare combination of balanced sweetness, spice and overall complexity that hasn’t been duplicated.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Corojo
Wrapper Type – Corojo
Out of all the Aganorsa editions offered, this one has the “secret sauce”! We know that the specifics of the fillers and binder are not really disclosed, it is widely known that Aganorsa only uses the finest vintage leaves. The Ecuadorian grown Connecticut seed wrapper gives this stick a unique twist. While Connecticut usually means mild to mellow in taste, this cigar’s coat combined with the inners yields an extremely flavorful, medium bodied smoke with the signature character the company is known for. This is a wonderful smoking experience in the morning as well as a satisfying nightcap.
Wrapper: Ecuadorian grown Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua (Aganorsa)
Filler: Nicaragua (Aganorsa)
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – 0
Binder – 0
Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian Connecticut
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – 0
Binder – 0
Wrapper Type – 0
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – 0
Binder – 0
Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian Habano
The “Back2Back” brand was launched by Davidoff in 2018 as a fairly priced “Meat and Potatoes” smoke. My only issue with the company was only offering them in huge boxes of 50 sticks. This dark and oily Nicaraguan puro is a smooth, flavorful medium bodied cigar. This well made stick is balanced and consistent with pleasant notes of coffee and spices. While the overall taste increases slightly in intensity as you move along, it remains balanced and enjoyable to the finish.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
The “Back2Back” brand was launched by Davidoff in 2018 as a fairly priced “Meat and Potatoes” smoke. My only issue with the company was only offering them in huge boxes of 50 sticks. In short, they’re well made mild to slightly medium-bodied cigars with a pleasant complexity. Even the enormous Gordo remains consistent with its smaller siblings yielding a slight sweetness and balanced, mellow smoothness. If you enjoy tamer tasting cigars, this is a good one to try. The Nicaraguan contents contribute a brighter character without being overpowering. Pick a size and try a five-pack.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian Grown Connecticut
Rated 92 and named a top 25 cigar for 2018, this amazing medium-bodied Nicaraguan purebred is produced by the Plasencia family of Master Blenders. Soon after lighting up flavors of pure tobacco and cocoa come forth for an exceptionally balanced, smooth and totally enjoyable smoking experience. Just so you know, you’ll have to clip both ends of this old school, perfectly made Perfecto to get it going.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Dominican/Honduran/Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Ecuadorian Sun Grown Connecticut
This is my favorite offering from Southern Draw. It’s also one of their best sellers for all the right reasons. Habano-Rosado wrappers are rarely used let alone being double fermented as these are. I feel this contributes greatly to how the sweet and spicy notes from the Cuban seeded fillers and binder remain so crisp and balanced. This solidly medium bodied stick is a joy to behold for seasoned smokers as well as newcomers.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua/Dominican/Panama
Binder – Ecuador
Wrapper Type – Mexican
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Nicaragua
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Nicaragua
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Dominican Republic/Honduras/Nicaraguan
Binder – Honduras
Wrapper Type – San Andreas Mexican Maduro
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Dominican Republic/Honduras/Nicaraguan
Binder – Honduras
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Shade
This edition is a prime example of why this brand is so well loved. Not only are all the fillers, binder and wrapper aged four years before production, after the cigars are made they are allowed to sit for another year. Add in rarely used Panamanian leaves to the fillers and you have a truly unique stick. Falling within the medium to full bodied range this cigar is a balanced combination of natural tobacco flavors with a sweet and spicy edge that burns slowly and cool. Bravo!
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduras and Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – San Andreas Mexican Maduro
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduras and Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Ecuarorian Connecticut Shade
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduras and Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Sun Grown Honduran Corojo
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduras and Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Varied
Curuvari is one of the brands you’ve probably never heard of. The complexity of this beautifully made, semi pressed edition’s blend produces a delicious medium to slightly full-flavored body. This slow-burning, rich cigar has a wonderful chocolate-like undertone with just the right bit of peppery spice and natural tobacco flavors. You can’t spend your money on a better cigar for the price. One of my favorites!
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Honduras and Nicaragua
Binder – Nicaragua
Wrapper Type – Candela & Mexican San Andrés
Leaf by Oscar Big Johnny is the biggest cigar Oscar makes to say the very least!
With attention to detail, the sweet Nicaraguan wrapper encases a binder and filler made of premium tobaccos from Honduras for a well-balanced smoking experience. It’s important to note the binder and filler leaves are the same contained in the highly rated Leaf by Oscar Maduro blend. At 8 inches in length with a stout 66 ring size , the Big Johnny is a medium-strength giant you will want to take your time with.
Leaf by Oscar Big Johnny is available in 16 count boxes and 5 packs just in case you’d like to give them a try……….when we have them! But beware, these bad boys are hard to find at times. Stay in touch with us at The Cigar Thief and we’ll let you know when we have them.
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WRAPPER:Nicaraguan Maduro
BINDER:Honduras
FILLER:Honduras
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Oscuro
Binder: Ecuador
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera La Alianza S.A.
Blender: E.P. Carrillo
