To begin with, the boxed pressed El Centurion H-2K-CT is a joy to behold. Created as a spinoff of the original Centurion line, this blend was years in the making. When this cigar launched in 2016 it garnered a 93 rating. Receiving a top 25 cigar of the year award was well deserved for sure. Without a doubt, this medium to full bodied smoke is known for its intense flavor and complex body.
Wrapper: USA Connecticut Hybrid H-2K-CT
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Factory: My Father Cigars S.A. (Estelí, Nicaragua)
Montecristo Cincuenta is a super exclusive entry from this iconic company.
With attention to detail, the Cincuenta celebrates the 50th anniversary of Tabacalera de García, the factory where most of Altadis’s brands are rolled. What must be remembered is this is largest premium cigar factory in the world.
Without doubt, the result is a cigar that’s a connoisseur’s dream come true. Those lucky enough to puff on this magnificent smoke will be enjoy a realm of intensified flavor with tones of creaminess and complexity that intermingle into an impressive medley of medium-strength bliss. To put it another way, the Montecristo Cincuenta Toro is delightfully rich, creamy and enjoyable – perfect for any special occasion!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera de García
Wrapper: Ecuador Sumatra
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
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Macanudo Inspirado Green is another of the company’s hugely successful boutique entries.
With attention to detail, Green is the latest full-time addition to the Inspirado family. This complexly blended smoke packs exotic Brazilian and Colombian flavors in a provocative cigar too good to pass up. Smoking Inspirado Green yields a unique experience uncommon in premium cigars. It all starts with amazing flavors in the rare Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper. This tobacco delivers an exceptionally smooth and velvety essence. Combine this with Colombian Carmen Cubito and Dominican Piloto Cubano filler tobaccos and the result is loaded with flavors of earthy sweetness and black pepper.
With this in mind, Cigar Aficionado rates this 2021 release a very respectable 91. Their description is spot on. ” Though solid to the touch, this dark toro burns and draws evenly, showing a thick, spicy smoke that loads the palate with sweeter notes of maple syrup, hickory and molasses atop an underlying earthy core of coffee bean. The zingy finish is bright with cedar.”
To put it another way, Green is another winner for Macanudo and cigar lovers everywhere!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: General Cigar Dominicana
Wrapper: Brazil (Arapiraca)
Binder: Indonesia
Filler: Colombia & Dominican Republic
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Leaf by Oscar Wild Hunter is yet another highly rated cigar from this iconic company.
With attention to detail, the Wild Hunter is a Honduran puro is personally blended by Oscar himself. It’s also important to note that all the tobacco used in these vitolas is from his personal farm. This medium to full flavor blend possesses one of two vintage wrappers: Natural or an Oscuro Maduro. Both versions produce a smooth smoking very flavorful smoking experience that will please any palate. Think coffee, cocoa, cedar wood and natural tobacco taste for starters.
The highly critical folks at Halfwheel say the Natural is a very enjoyable cigar and give it a respectable score of 91. Noted reviewer KATMAN rates the Oscuro at 92. What more do you need to know!
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Honduran Oscuro [Maduro] or Natural
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Honduras
Factory: Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. /Blender: Oscar Valladares
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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
Leaf by Oscar Bundle Lancero is another one of this great company’s much loved cigars.
This rarely produced 7×38 Lancero ring size yields a totally enjoyable, long and cool burning smoking experience no matter what blend you choose. With attention to detail, each masterfully crafted Lancero is a testament to expert cigar making. Your choices consist of Connecticut [mild to medium], Sumatran [medium], Corojo [medium] and Maduro [medium to full] when it comes to taste and flavor preferences. It’s important to note that each one continues to receive high ratings and accolades throughout the industry.
Each blend consists of vintage Honduran filler and binder leaves. The dark and oily Maduro coat hails from Nicaraguan while the Sumatra selection’s wrapper is Ecuadorian. Both the Connecticut and Corojo shrouds are top tier Honduran. It’s safe to say, any one you choose is a top pick!
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Leaf by Oscar Bundle Robusto is another one of this great company’s much loved cigars.
This popular 5×50 Robusto ring size yields a totally enjoyable smoking experience no matter what blend you choose. With attention to detail, each Robusto is a testament to expert cigar making. Your choices consist of Connecticut [mild to medium], Sumatran [medium], Corojo [medium] and Maduro [medium to full] when it comes to taste and flavor preferences. It’s important to note that each one continues to receive high ratings and accolades throughout the industry.
Each blend consists of vintage Honduran filler and binder leaves. The dark and oily Maduro coat hails from Nicaraguan while the Sumatra selection’s wrapper is Ecuadorian. Both the Connecticut and Corojo shrouds are top tier Honduran.
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La Flor Dominicana Air Bender Maduro is as equally loved as the original edition.
With attention to detail, the Air Bender Maduro contains the same vintage blend with one big exception. The dark and oily Brazilian Habano wrapper gives this version a slightly different body and taste. Cigar Aficionado rates it a respectable 90. Their description is short and to the point. “Strong, earthy and peppery, this cigar imparts a spicy smoke, but there are also notes of dark toast, espresso and dried fruit. The draw and burn remain even.”
No doubt this maduro’s overall body and complexity is still full with big bold flavors. While this cigar may have taken it’s time developing, it was worth the wait. That is to say, this Air Bender is another winner for Litto Gomez and his great company. If you like the original, you owe it to your palate to try these.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Brazilian Habano Maduro
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic and Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera La Flor S.A.
Blender: Litto Gomez
La Flor Dominicana Suave is another one of this iconic company’s highly desirable editions.
A great way to describe the Suave blend is it’s elegantly mild, with a good balance of smooth flavors. This cigar is also considered the La Flor Dominicana for the rest of us. By that, it’s the perfect cigar for newcomers and those who prefer a milder but still complex tasting smoking experience.
Cigar Authority rates this kinder gentler blend a more than respectable 92! Their description is spot on. “It’s a more mellow option for those of us who want to enjoy all the qualities of the brand, but not the strength.” Without doubt, if you’re new to this long standing brand and enjoy milder cigars, Suave should be your first try. Any one you choose is a top pick!
Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Connecticut
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican
La Flor Dominicana Coronado is one of this iconic company’s oldest and best selling cigars.
The Coronado is one of this makers most highly awarded blend. Winner of the #2 spot in Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 Cigars of the Year for 2006, featuring its original and distinct blend of Dominican fillers and binder complemented by a sun grown Nicaraguan Habano wrapper. They describe this longstanding favorite perfectly. “Each puff of this cigar exhibits a soft and mellow nuttiness that develops to an elegant combination of nutmeg and graham cracker with a subtle, spicy undertone.”
Without a doubt, it is rich in body and its flavors are among the most complex in the brand’s portfolio. The Coronado is undoubtedly a unique smoking experience among an already unique lineup of cigars. See what discerning smokers have been thoroughly enjoying for so many years. Grab a box of these outstanding cigars today!
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera La Flor S.A.
Blender: Litto Gomez
La Flor Dominicana 1994 20th Anniversary celebrates this company’s two decades of making some of the world’s finest cigars.
Cigar Authority gave it an astounding 94 rating. This complexly blended jewel is best described as follows. ” A touch of orange citrus appears, but the cigar remains wonderfully sweet with continuing notes of molasses . Around the half way point the molasses slides into the background as some dark chocolate emerges and becomes the dominant profile.”
Halfwheel gave it the same 94 exclaiming, “It could very well be the most complex and enjoyable cigar I can think of being made by La Flor Dominicana”
What we can say for sure is the medium to full bodied 1994 Anniversary was a winner when it came out and still reigns today as one of this company’s best cigars.
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés
Binder: Dominican (La Canela)
Filler: Dominican (La Canela)
Joya de Nicaragua Antano Connecticut is one of this iconic brand’s amazing newer selections. All we have to say about Antano Connecticut is that is appeals to seasoned smokers and newcomer alike. This is definitely not your father’s Connecticut cigar!
The jury is in! Cigar Aficionado @ 90. Halfwheel @ 92. Blind Man’s Puff @ 93. You be the Judge! The bottom line is if you enjoy mild to medium bodied smooth and tasty cigars, Antano Connecticut is a sure pick for any humidor.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: Juan Martinez, Alejandro Martinez Cuenca
FYI: No matter what strength, taste and body your palate prefers, there’s a Joya blended with you in mind. In fact there are now 24 varieties in the line. Check all the other Joya De Nicaragua cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
Joya De Nicaragua Joya Silver is one of this iconic brand’s amazing newer selections.
When Cigar Aficionado bestowed an astounding 93 rating on Joya silver, the industry took serious notice. These accolades were soon followed by naming it a top cigar for the year. Blind Man’s Puff wasn’t far behind with their score of 92 and a great description, “Great good stuff here. I wanted a bit more power early on, and it finally delivered in the finale. Super chocolaty in the early going, developing to a nice rich espresso finish at the end.”
With this in mind, it’s no surprise why so many seasoned smokers are rediscovering this time honored brand.
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuador Oscuro
Binder: Mexico
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
Blender: Juan Martinez
