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Nub Tubo Sampler Box
$69.99We all know that Nubs are great! They're short, stout and to the point! The best thing about this sampler other than the amazing cigars it contains is that tubes retain humidity a lot longer than cello wrapped cigars. If you're traveling for ore two weeks or know a buddy that it, this is the perfect sampler. The Nub Tubo Sampler Box includes: 3 – Nub 460 Cameroon Tubo (4” x 60) 3 – Nub 460 Habano Tubo (4” x 60) 3 – Nub 460 Connecticut Tubo (4” x 60) 3 – Nub 460 Maduro Tubo (4” x 60) -
Java Robusto Sampler by Drew Estate
$49.99Take a look at my reviews of all four Java styles. This sampler is a must have addition for any premium smokers collection. Each one is consistently smooth with unique infusions of chocolate, Mint, Java or cherry! The Drew Estate Java Robusto sampler includes: 2 - Java Maduro (5.5” x 50) 2 - Java Latte (5.5” x 50) 1 - Java Mint (5.5” x 50) 1 - Java Red (5.5” x 50) -
Herrera Esteli Habano
$31.99 – $221.34Now I really know you know what you’re looking for! When Master Blender Willy Herrera teamed up with Jonathan Drew (Drew Estate) in 2014 it caught everyone’s attention. As this first Habano edition hit the street receiving an incredible 94 rating along with placing #8 in the top 25 cigars of the year, we all knew a new level of cigar making had begun. This stick is a super smooth, medium bodied, perfectly made cigar with an ample draw. Its slow burn is balanced with a complex taste that slightly increases in intensity as you move along. Only as it draws to a close do you experience a robust full bodied taste reminiscent of Cuban made powerhouses. I’ve often said that taste is a personal preference. This is one of my favorite cigars ever. I highly recommend purchasing a box of 10 Toro Tubes and allowing them to continue aging. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Honduran Wrapper Type - Ecuador Habano -
Trinidad Santiago
$34.99 – $149.99This great cigar brand is still being made in Cuba! The belicoso listed here was rated 90+ as soon as it was introduced into the marketplace. This a pure dominican smoke in every way. It’s super smooth medium bodied taste has a cuban taste without any harshness or bitterness. If you’re a fan of Super Premiums this smoke is a must try! I highly recommend a five pack of Belicosos. Origin - Dominican Republic Filler - Dominican Binder - Dominican Wrapper Type - Dominican -
AJ Fernandez Last Call Habano
$23.00 – $139.50The AJ Fernandez Last Call! Rarely can you find a value priced cigar produced by one of the world’s greatest artisans, let alone AJ Fernandez. This short, stout little guy with an uncut foot garnered a 93 rating as a medium to full bodied power house. Smoking the AJ Fernandez Last Call is sure to put a smile on your face! You can read all about them on their site. Check out more information on cigars! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Ecuador Habano -
3X3 Tubos by Davidoff
$31.50 – $34.20I have felt this cigar has been one of the best kept “secrets” in the business. When Davidoff first introduced this brand back in the late 90’s the “rumors” were that they were White Label “seconds”. Those of you unfamiliar with the perfectly made Davidoff White Label series need to know that this coveted line is considered the Bentley of Cigars! As retailers, we were told any White Label sticks produced that weren’t perfect in every way were put into nondescript tubes and packaging without bands and then sold in nine-count bundles. I remember first smoking one and not being able to tell the difference between its $15.00 White Label counterpart! I’ve recommended and sold a zillion of these amazing cigars over many years. In fact, they vanished from the marketplace several years ago to my dismay and just returned recently making me very happy. The corona is my favorite. Origin - Dominican Filler - Dominican Binder - Dominican Wrapper Type - Connecticut -
Nat Sherman Metropolitan Selection Habano
$27.00 – $161.10When this Habano edition was launched in 2017, it got serious notice as the Gordo size garnered a 91 rating. Venturing out of the mild to mellow flavor zone, this stick wandered into the solid medium body relm. What caught everyone by surprise that it's Cuban style taste was tempered by the traditional Nat Sherman smoothness. A perfect draw gives way to a huge volume of aromatic smoke. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Nicaraguan -
My Father Tabacos Baez Serie SF
$15.00 – $61.20When you get a chance, click the “Ask Richie” icon at the upper left-hand part of the screen above and read the “Bundles of Joy” submission. Value priced cigars have become big business for most of the manufacturers. These low cost, hand made premiums have been welcomed by countless smokers as everyday guilt-free enjoyment. My Fathers Cigars have become major players over the last several years producing some of the most popular, highest rated entries ever. If you're wondering how such a Super Premium company can turn out a great stick for under $3, the first answer is short filler tobacco. Hence, the “SF”. These Nicaraguan puros won’t be around forever. They’re medium-bodied and smooth smoking with a bit of spice and………they even come in a box! Enjoy! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaragua Binder - Nicaragua Wrapper Type - Nicaragua -
Foundry Chillin’ Moose
$14.46 – $62.86Foundry Cigars is the boutique arm of General Cigar. Many of Foundry’s small batch cigars have achieved high ratings and wide acceptance as unique “out of the box” editions into the marketplace. Chillin’ Moose is a five country blend of selected tobaccos adding up to mild-medium, complex and enjoyable taste at a more than fair price. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Coming Soon! Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Connecticut -
Arturo Fuente Natural
$14.50 – $234.19What can you say about Arturo Fuente Cigars? They truly make a style for every taste and pocketbook. I wanted to talk about one of their most interesting cigars in this list of Naturals with an interesting history. The Curly Head has been around forever. Reason being that this cigar is the one the rollers train to make. Every new roller learns their craft rolling Curly Heads. The signature blend produces a pleasant medium bodied cigar that’s value priced for everyday enjoyment. Origin - Coming Soon! Filler - Coming Soon! Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Coming Soon! -
La Vieja Habana Connecticut
$20.00 – $81.96This value priced creation from Drew Estate offers you a mild to medium bodied well made cigar for a more than fair price. I recommend a five pack of coronas for starters. This blend of Nicaraguan tobacco combined with an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper produces a milder taste with character! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Ecuador Connecticut -
Factory Smokes Sweet
$29.52 – $39.36Jonathan Drew’s creation of Drew Estate started a revolution of amazing cigars. From Acid to Liga Privada , Undercrown and beyond. No matter which Premium or Super Premium brand he produced we knew one thing, we got what we paid for. Factory Smokes is Drew Estate’s entry into the ever growing handmade Budget-Value category for all of us to enjoy for under $2 a stick! This well made sweet capped cigar is medium bodied with definite hints of vanilla and coffee. I recommend the Churchills because enjoying what you can and not finishing it has no consequences for your budget…at all! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Indonesian Binder - Indonesian Wrapper Type - Habano -
Alec Bradley Black Market
$27.00 – $194.40Alec Bradley, Rated 90, Full Bodied Cuban Stye taste, Priced right. Enough said! Origin - Honduras Filler - Honduran-Nicaraguan-Panamanian Binder - Sumatra Wrapper Type - Maduro-Nicaraguan -
Ted’s Cigars
$255.00 – $297.50Origin - Dominican Filler - Dominican icaraguan Binder - Dominican Republic Wrapper Type - Honduran -
Gran Habano Connecticut #1
$133.20This is probably one of the most underappreciated mild to medium-bodied cigars around. The Nicaraguan fillers and binder give this stick complexity and character while the wrapper balances the slow-burning smoothness. Its near flawless construction and ample draw make this fairly priced smoke even more enjoyable across the board. Origin - Honduras Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Ecuadorian Connecticut Seed -
Espinosa Special Release Wasabi
$75.15This gently box-pressed Candela wrapped edition is an “out of the box” stick that deserves your attention. I can only think of two other grass colored cigars that I’ve enjoyed. This one is my favorite. Topped with a dark brown head cap, the undisclosed fillers and binder clearly produce a powerful combination of sweetness and spice resulting in a medium to full-bodied stick that gains strength and intensity as you move along. Buckle up!! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Candela -
Warped Futuro
$159.99 – $169.99What is it about Warped Futuro? As the story goes, Eduardo Fernandez created Fernandez Aganorsa farms in 1998 to produce the finest cigar tobacco in the world along with the most talented growers from Cuba. Warped Futuro came to market in 2016 as a collaboration of Eduardo and Warp's young founder. This edition's intricate blend of 1998 Criollo and 1999 Corojo long leaf fillers encased in a 1999 Corojo wrapper represents Aganorsa rarest and finest vintage tobacco. The rarely applied tri-seamed cap is another testament to the attention paid in making this spicy and creamy medium to full bodied jewel. Find similar products here! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Nicaraguan Corojo -
RoMa Craft Intemperance EC XVIII
$139.99 – $149.99Two young guys from Austin Texas formed the Roma Craft company back in 2012. Since then they’ve made a huge impact on the small batch cigar market. All of their entries have been highly rated and are well made with an ample draw. As smokers palates have evolved over the years, this company has stood out by offering unique and complex blends pleasing the folks that steer towards high quality, medium-full bodied cigars. This edition is a welcome entry that yields the same complex taste the brand in known for in a mild-medium bodied flavored stick appealing to every smoker. It's actually kind of sweet and creamy with a tiny bit of spice. Enjoy! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Dominican - Nicaraguan Binder - Indonesian Wrapper Type - Ecuador Connecticut -
Southern Draw Kudzo
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Southern Draw Kudzo
$175.00This closed footed, box pressed oily is perfectly made offering an amazing draw. The medium to full bodied flavor is a virtual cornucopia of complex sweet and spicy tastes with undertones of toffee and espresso that are delightful! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaragua Binder - Nicaragua Wrapper Type - Brazil
