More full bodied than it lighter sister and value priced as well! If you’re a fan of robust taste and want an everyday smoke that’s budget friendly….look no more! A 90 rating doesn’t hurt either!
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Nicaraguan-Panamanian
Binder – Mexican
Wrapper Type – Maduro
Montecristo Monte by AJ Fernandez is another fantastic collaboration between Master Blender A J Fernandez and this iconic brand. This is the fourth cigar blended and rolled by Fernández for Altadis U.S.A.
With attention to detail, this creation contains vintage Dominican piloto cubano and criollo 98 fillers along with a prime Nicaraguan corojo 98 binder. And encasing all this is a 17-year-old Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. How’s that for complexity and craftsmanship! Without doubt the blend yields a balanced, smooth medium-full bodied flavor. To say the least, this dark, box pressed cigar is perfectly made with an exceptional draw.
When renowned industry reviewer Katman rated it at 95, his description of this flavor bomb is spot on. ” This may just be the maltiest blend I’ve smoked. In addition, flavors of chocolate, caramel, creaminess, red pepper, dried fruit, roasted nuts, cedar, and toasted buttered French bread make this cigar a winner.”
If you consider yourself a fan of Montecristo and AJ Fernandez, this one must be in your humidor for sure!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo 98
Filler: Nicaraguan Criollo 98, Dominican Republic Piloto Cubano
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez S.A.
Blender: AJ Fernandez
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Without doubt, Montecristo Espada is one of this iconic company’s best cigars ever!
The Spanish lesson for today is: Espada means sword. When the Espada appeared garnering a 92 rating and becoming one of the top 25 cigars of the year we all knew it was worth the price. What must be remembered is Espada is made in Nicaragua at Plasencia Cigars and is a collaboration between Plasencia and the Altadis blending team, Grupo de Maestros.
With attention to detail, the very rare wrapper from 2010 encases vintage Nicaraguan filler and binder tobacco from three prized growing regions. In fact, the filler and binder leaves are even older! The result is a medium bodied purebred with an interesting combination of sweetness and spice thats creamy and balanced. Cigar Aficionado describes this amazing smoke perfectly. “An exceptional smoke offering the spice of a gingersnap with touches of cinnamon that build to a sweet, spicy finish.”
It’s no surprise Espada has been pleasing cigar smokers for almost a decade and is still going strong.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano (Jalapa) Vintage 2010
Binder: Nicaraguan Habano (Jalapa) Vintage 2009
Filler: Nicaraguan Habano (Jalapa) Seco Vintage 2008, Nicaraguan Habano (Jalapa) Viso Ometepe Vintage 2008, Nicaraguan Habano (Condega) Ligero Vintage 2008
This is probably one of the best full bodied cigars you’ve never heard of. This 90 rated stick has been flying under the radar for over six years. What sets this Nicaraguan puro aside from many others is the characteristic of its blend, Soon after lighting up it hits you with a robust burst of flavor that begins to settle down with a bit of sweetness as you move along then ramps back up again. This is a very very flavorful cigar with a great aroma.
Origin – Nicaraguan
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan
You found it! While most of us know the H. Upmann brand, few know the rarity of this 90 rated beauty. Yes, it’s medium to full bodied like most Upmanns are. What may folks don’t know is something I’ve talked about before. The Cameroon wrapper is amazing! It changes the character of this cigar to yield a smoother, tastier Upmann. Not that the others aren’t great! These Cedar wrapped beauties are unique and are even better if you let them age.Try a five pack for yourself.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan-Peruvian
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Cameroon
When Altadis, the cigar giant thats brings us Monte Cristo, Romeo and Upmann….to name a few decided to create a value priced entry they didn’t take any shortcuts. These handmade sticks use Dominican tobaccos across the board with a bit of Honduran binder giving it a mild to medium bodied taste that’s smooth and mellow. The Connecticut Shade dark Maduro wrapper is a rarity in the budget friendly category. It gives this particular cigar a more robust taste without increasing its overall strength Enjoy!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Honduran
Binder – Connecticut Broadleaf
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Broadleaf
Alec Bradley produces many top rated premium cigars. Black Market, Prensado and Tempus to name a few. Spirit of Cuba is their value priced addition giving you a mild to medium bodied premium grade cigar hat can be enjoyed on a daily basis for a nominal price. This Habano is a solid medium bodied smoke.
Origin – Honduras
Filler – Colombian-Honduran-Nicaraguan-Mexican
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Nicaraguan Habano
Alec Bradley Black Market is one of this great company’s most popular cigars. For starters, Cigar Aficionado named the Black Market Churchill the 2022 #6 Cigar Of The Year with a rating of 94.
With attention to detail, this medium to full bodied gem encases a Sumatran binder and Panamanian/Honduran filler with a dark and oily Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper. To say the least, this is a medium to full bodied Cuban style smoking experience that’s hard to beat. In fact, when it came to ratings, Black Market beat out many of it’s Cuban counterparts! How’s that for value!
With this in mind, it’s hard to believe this terrific cigar has been around for over 10 years. If you consider yourself a discerning smoker and haven’t yet tried one, what are waiting for!
Factory: Tabacos de Oriente in Danli, Honduras
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa- Colorado Maduro
Filler: Honduran Jamastran Valley, Panamanian
Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra
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AJ Fernandez New World is another one of this company’s best offerings.
Master Cigar Maker A J Fernandez teamed up with his son Ismael to create a solid medium to full bodied cigar. With attention to detail, the company describes this cigar perfectly, “A true work of art blended with the finest tobaccos found in the four main tobacco regions of Nicaragua. The hand selected wrapper and fillers from are showcased in a beautiful medium to full-bodied box pressed cigar.”
With this in mind, it’s no surprise Cigar Aficionado rates this blend a very respectable 92. Their description says it all. ” This dark, oily box pressed cigar burns and draws well, showing a spicy and chocolate character buttressed by an earthy, nutty core and a hint of caramel before the herbal finish.”
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Wrapper: Nicaragua (Oscuro)
Binder: Nicaragua (Jalapa)
Filler: Nicaragua (Condega, Estelí & Ometepe)
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AJ Fernandez Last Call Maduro is one of this company’s best cigars you never knew about.
This Last Call Maduro edition has all of what made the original a hit and more! More robust taste, more balanced spice and a unique sweetness that only AJ can muster up! With attention to detail, the Nicaraguan grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf seed wrapper gives this smoke a boost on all fronts.
When the highly critical folks at Blind Man’s Puff gave it a core of 94, they described it perfectly,”Overall a pretty damn good cigar. If you like dipping into the spice cabinet realm this one is for you. I detected notes all over, from cinnamon to nutmeg to all spice to cumin. Tasted like I was smoking a Thanksgiving dessert. Very warm and nice flavors. Due to the strength, I would recommend this as an after dinner smoke and pair with a bourbon or blended whiskey and a piece of pie.”
To say the least, for the price, this one is a must try!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf-Seed Maduro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez
Blender: A.J. Fernandez
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Somm BDX is one of the spectacular cigars from this true boutique company.
With attention to detail, BDX is a multi country blend inspiring the rich flavors and complexity of Bordeaux wines. The detailed curation achieves a harmonious balance of flavors to say the least! Each puff unveils a symphony of rich taste, with flavor notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and hints of spice dancing on the palate.
Noted Cigar Reviewer KATMAN rates the BDX an astounding 96. His words describe it best. ” This is a supremely sophisticated blend. The separation of powers emitting succinct flavors begins to fade as the blend heads to the Fortress of Solitude. Intense, complex and gratifying.”
Without doubt, the impeccable quality and unparalleled craftsmanship of these cigars are quickly become favorites among connoisseurs who demand nothing but the best.Wrapper:
Mexican San Andrés Maduro (Aged 3 Years)
Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa Viso (Aged 3 Years)
Filler: Honduran Broadleaf (Aged 2 years), Mexican San Andrés (Aged 3 years) and last but not least Nicaraguan Jalapa Viso (Aged 3 years)
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The Viaje Mini Moon & Viaje Mini Moon Edicion Limitada are limited production cigars.
With attention to detail, The Mini Moon is a 4 7/8 x 52 short robusto Nicaraguan puro with a Dark Corojo wrapper. The Mini Moon Edicion Limitada is a San Andrés Maduro version of the Mini Moon in the same size wearing the Edición Limitada band. Both have vintage Nicaraguan filler and binder leaves.
Noted reviewer KATMAN rates the Mini Moon a respectable 93. His description is spot on. “It is a well-crafted melding of Nicaraguan leaves that you’ll enjoy as the blend is pointedly consistent.” When it comes to the Edicion Limitada he rates this one an astounding 96 and raves. “Incredible cigar. Creaminess appears like a dust devil. Totally out of the blue. It wraps the flavor profile with vanilla ice cream goodness.”
Without a doubt, either one is a top pick. From inception up to the present, these cigars are hard to come by. So get them when we have them if you don’t want to miss out.
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The King is Dead brand began with this premier edition which took five years to blend. The line is being manufactured in the Dominican Republic with Henderson and William Ventura, a father and son team with over 40 years experience under their belts. This medium to full bodied cigar is made with some of the worlds most unique micro blend tobacco and stands out compared to most. In short, this cigar is sophisticated and a perfectly balanced flavor bomb.
Wrapper: Dominican Negrito
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican
Pappy Van Winkle Barrel Fermented is probably one of Drew Estate’s most exclusive and elusive brands.
There is no dispute that the Pappy Van Winkle line is one of the most sought after cigars on the planet. When Drew Estate decided to produce a more complex blend, the industry took serious notice. With extreme attention to detail, this extraordinary cigar is made by soaking Kentucky fire-cured tobacco in Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels for 12-18 months. The tobacco is then combined with prime Mexican and Indonesian tobacco and hand-rolled in very limited quantities in Estelí, Nicaragua.
Stay tuned to The Cigar Thief for availability. And when they’re in, get them! Any size is always a top pick for these.
Check out all the Pappy Van Winkle cigars we carry when they’re available HERE
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Wrapper: Mexico (San Andrés) & U.S.A. (Kentucky Tapa Negra)
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua & U.S.A. (Kentucky)
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Romeo y Julieta Envy Limited Edition contains exclusive Nicaraguan tobaccos growing on the Plasencia farm in Estelí, Nicaragua.
With attention to detail, the vintage wrapper undergoes 26 months of aging. And that’s just for starters. With this in mind, the Envy has a smooth tasting medium strength and is medium to full bodied overall. What’s more important are the complex flavors of dark chocolate, nougat, spices and earthy undertones that weave throughout the blend. To say this is a special cigar is an understatement for sure. If you’re a true cigar enthusiast, you definitely don’t want to miss out on this one.
This super premium cigar is made with the finest tobacco and is expertly crafted to deliver an unforgettable smoking experience. With its rich and complex flavor profile, the Envy is perfect for anyone appreciating the finer things in life.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
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From the roller trainee made Curly Heads to the famed Chateau Fuente line and the more than dozen style in between, the Arturo Fuente Maduro Series of great cigars have been pleasing countless smokers for decades. This vast collection of Dominican made violas which also includes the Gran Reserva brands varies in wrapper, binder and filler contents as well as prices. The only difference between these Maduros and the Natural line is the dark and oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. The result is more of a richer more robust taste.
If you’ve tried them, you know what we’re saying. If you haven’t and you’re a fan of darker smokes, what are you waiting for?
Acid Blue is one of world’s best selling infused cigars. This amazing brand has been enjoyed for more than 25 years by discerning cigar smokers everywhere!
The ACID smoking experience is like no other. Each blend holds new explorations in tobacco curing and blending that are the closest guarded secrets in the industry.
Blondie: Connecticut Shade wrapper, small powerhouse cigar; slightly sweet
Blondie Maduro: Mexican San Andrés wrapper, earthier than it’s Connecticut Shade sibling
Blondie Belicoso: Connecticut Shade wrapper, Blondie’s delicious flavor in a larger size
C-Notes(small cigars): Sumatra wrapper, small cigarillos; medium-bodied and rich
Kuba Deluxe Tubo: Sumatra wrapper, toro-sized Kuba Kuba; smooth and mellow
Kuba Kuba: Sumatra wrapper, fat robusto; medium-bodied
Kuba Grande: A bigger, 6×60 version of the Kuba Kuba
Kuba Kuba Maduro: Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper, a rich twist on an ACID
Deep Dish: Sumatra wrapper, rich, velvety smoke with toasty sweetness
1400cc: Connecticut Shade wrapper, robusto in glass tubes; creamy with strong aromatic qualities
Drew Estate BOTL is an incredible boutique blend by this iconic company. FYI, BOTL stands for Brother of the Leaf and was originally made for the online community BOTL.org in 2012.
When this amazing medium to full bodied cigar came out in 2012 it was a huge hit. Then it disappeared! When it returned in 2019, it became a cult favorite. Here’s just a sampling of the industry wide accolades. Blind Man’s Puff @ 93. KATMAN @95. Cigar Journal @91. Stogie Review @91. BOTL is a testament to the genius of Master Blender Willie Herrera, HANDS DOWN!
The Lancero is a top pick!
What more do you need to know?
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf
Binder: Ecuador Connecticut
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate
Blender: Willy Herrera
Caldwell’s Long Live the King is already a smash hit. When this great brand teamed up with the amazing tobaccos that Master Blender AJ Fernandez produces, the results are truly something special. To be clear, this cigar is bold, rich, spicy and delightful. Think sweet cedar, chocolate, dark roast coffee and cracked pepper. And don’t forget about getting your quota of nicotine as well!
With only 250 boxes made for each of the four sizes, this is a cigar that seasoned smokers must sample before it’s gone forever.
WRAPPER: Nicaraguan Habano
BINDER: Nicaraguan
FILLER: Nicaraguan
La Flor Dominicana Chisel Selection 5 Cigar Sampler is one this company’s best offerings.
To begin with, this sampler offers access to the ultra premium blends from LFD in the format of the hugely popular Chisel size. With attention to detail, each one of these cigars represents why this company has become so successful. All these Chisel offer La Flor’s signature medium to full bodied taste with an amazing array of flavor notes second to none!
LFD is at it again giving you a taste of their best blends in their uniquely patented (6 x 54) Chisel creation. See what the brand has to offer with this awesome sampler!
To sum up, the La Flor Dominicana Chisel Selection 5 Cigar Sampler includes one each of the following fantastic cigars: Ligero Natural / Double Ligero Natural / Double Ligero Maduro / Cameroon Cabinet and one Coronado
All you have to do is check the ratings of these first class offerings. Then you’ll see they are some of the worlds most desirable cigars. And as you can see, this sampler is beautifully boxed making it a great gift as well. If you have a cigar lover in your life, this sampler will be much appreciated for sure!
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What began decades ago as a cigar brand that was deemed “An Acquired Taste” grew into one of the biggest selling brands ever….and still is! This sampler offers a three blend spectrum of popular Acid styles that have been enjoyed by countless smokers. If you’re looking for a great array of Acid cigars for yourself or know someone who’s a fan, this is also a great gift choice.
The ACID Take A Trip Sampler Includes…
1x Acid Original One
1x Acid Gold Cold Infusion
1x Acid Blue Kuba Kuba Box
1x Acid Blue Blondie Belicoso
1x Acid Blue Deep Dish
Montecristo Espada Estoque #2 is one of the most beautifully made and complexly blended cigars Montecristo makes. Hands down!
With attention to detail, the super smooth medium bodied Estoque is an all-Nicaraguan cigar with more prized, aged tobaccos from the Placencia family. It’s also important to note this is a Limited Edition entry. The vintage leaves used here range up to over 20 years old. That is to say, this is a very special cigar!
On one hand, Cigar Dojo rates it a respectable 90 touting the deep, rich, complex flavors. Blind Man’s Puff scores it at 93 with accolades as well. “Tobacco, leather, cedar, spice, and mild pepper dance around my taste buds. It’s a delight- an amazing set of flavors.” Still not convinced? Cigar Aficionado gives it a solid 91 with an equally great description. “A dark and picture-perfect torpedo with a notably pointy tip. Light notes of wood and black tea become heavier with caramel, cocoa and a warm toasty finish.” To be sure, this is the Montecristo you have to try!
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Cuban Seed Viso Jalapa Vintage 2013
Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo Seco Jalapa Vintage 2002
Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo Seco Esteli, Vintage 2009 Nicaraguan Criollo Viso Ometepe Vintage 2013, and Nicaraguan Criollo Viso Condega Vintage 2013
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Blender: Grupo de Maestros
Ferio Tego Limited Timeless 10th Anniversary is a very special edition for this great cigar company.
The Timeless brand still holds a dear place in Michael’s heart. After all it was his first project creation with Nat Sherman. Today, this 10th Anniversary offering celebrates a decade of quality and consistency. With attention to detail, the cigar is meticulously rolled by Quesada Cigars in the Dominican Republic. The blend uses a vintage Dominican wrapper, prime cut Dominican binder, and select Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers.
Right off the bat, Cigar Coop rates it a 90. The critical folks at Halfwheel describe it perfectly, “Creamy, smooth and nicely balanced, the Ferio Tego Timeless 10th Anniversary is an extremely easy cigar to smoke. In fact, the word that kept popping into my mind was consistency”.
There’s no doubt this cigar exemplifies the elegance and complexities connoisseurs of Timeless blends have come to know and love.
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Wrapper- Sumatra
Binder- Indonesia
Filler- Pennsylvania, Nicaragua and Dominican
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
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The Tatuaje ME II is a full-strength cigar . This Tatuaje features a dark and sweet Mexican San Andres maduro wrapper with a Nicaraguan binder and filler. The ME II has an interesting flavor profile that is spicy with a pleasant sweetness. The Tatuaje ME II is handmade in Nicaragua at the Garcia family’s factory.
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera La Alianza S.A.
Wrapper: Ecuador (Habano)
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Length: 6 Inches
Ring Gauge: 52
Vitola: Toro
Shipping Restrictions:
These items cannot be shipped to Massachusetts state addresses
Romeo y Julieta by AJ Fernandez is an incredible collaboration between this iconic brand and legendary blender AJ Fernandez.
With attention to detail this masterfully crafted cigar contains a dark and oily Habano 2000 wrapper encasing super premium vintage grade Nicaraguan fillers and binder leaves grown specifically for this edition. The result is a super smooth full bodied smoke that’s a joy to behold. To say the least, this is a cedar wrapped powerhouse of a cigar with a wide open draw. Seasoned smokers and connoisseurs will thoroughly enjoy flavor notes of milk cocoa, dried fruits and hardwoods along with crisp spices and plenty of aromatic smoke.
If you’re a fan of Romeo y Julieta and AJ Fernandez, this cigar should be in your humidor today!
Wrapper: Habana 2000® Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Factory: Tabacalera Fernandez S.A. (Nicaragua)
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Ferio Tego Timeless Prestige is a very popular addition to this legendary brand.
The Prestige contains a complex, new world blend of six tobaccos from three countries. This includes a silky Honduran wrapper, prime Dominican binder, and vintage filler tobaccos from Dominican Republic and Nicaragua.
No doubt the results speak for themselves. Cigar Aficionado rates it a respectable 90. They describe it perfectly. ” This cigar has a fine draw and even burn. It’s a nutty, woody smoke showing cedar and almond, but sweeter notes of molasses and vanilla bring balance without making the cigar too sweet.” The folks at Cigar Coop give the Prestige a rating of 92. Their conclusion is spot on. “This was one tasty smoke!” In other words, if you’ve never tried a Timeless, the Prestige should be your first!
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Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuador Habano Oscuro
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: My Father Cigars S.A.
Blender: Don Pepin Garcia & Jaime Garcia
