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Arturo Fuente Don Carlos
$42.42 – $359.44It’s hard to believe that it’s been over 20 years since this Jewel came to market. The Don Carlos has won more awards and 90+ ratings than I could count. It’s probably one of this company’s finest blending achievements that has remained amazingly consistent over the decades. For me it yields a true Cuban style rich taste without any harshness. They’re hard to find in any style so get ’em while we have em’!
Origin – Dominican
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Cameroon
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Juan Lopez Seleccion
$30.00 – $118.98This 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 -
Ashton Cabinet Collection
$46.00 – $258.30There’s a few reasons why 90 rated Ashtons have remained in the top ten for decades. They are made by the folks at Arturo Fuente. They are insanely consistent and remain one of the benchmarks for mild to mellow taste. If you’ve smoked them you know. If you haven’t, I envy you!
The Cabinet Selection edition amped up the flavor to a medium bodied smoke retaining the silky smoothness that Ashton is known for. The Dominican fillers used in these great sticks are aged between four and five years along with aging the Connecticut wrapper for a year. This expertly made beauty draws perfectly, burns evenly and delivers more of what the classic series offers.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Connecticut
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Montecristo Platinum
$40.00 – $367.55When this Cuban brand was launched in 1935, the world of Premium Cigars changed forever. Their #2 Torpedo became the world’s biggest selling cigar. I’ve had a few of them over the years and can honestly say they were ok. But that’s just me.
Altadis acquired this iconic name decades ago and began producing many sizes and styles available to all of us. For the record, this 94 rated edition beat out most of its Cuban competitors at the time. This four country blended stick is noticeably stronger than the Original series with more of a Cuban styled spicy taste that’s not overpowering. Like its counterparts, this edition is perfectly made with a great draw. This medium-full bodied beauty increases in intensity as you move along.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan-Peruvian
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Habano
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Avo Classic
$22.57 – $279.00Avo Uvezian was a master cigar maker for may years leading up to him selling his brand to the Davidoff company. His signature natural blend remains as one of the world’s top selling cigars. It’s proprietary blend of purely Dominican fillers and binders combined with a flawless Connecticut wrappers stands as the barometer for mild complexity. By that I mean its mild to your palate but possesses an overall taste full of character not harshness. If you haven’t smoked an Avo, please do and you’ll see what I mean. Totally satisfying night and day!
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Connecticut
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La Aroma De Cuba Edicion Especial
$29.00 – $219.50We offer multiple editions of this great brand for a variety of reasons. They’re all well made, consistent and accomplish their mission in overall satisfaction…bar none! This style is no exception. With the addition of an oily Cuban seed Ecuadorian wrapper to the vintage Nicaraguan fillers and binder this stick yields another variation of a wonderful smoking experience. This is a slow burning very aromatic and balanced stick that’s fairly spicey with undertones of chocolate and espresso with a bit of a firm draw. No rushing allowed…take your time with this one.
Origin – Nicaragua
Filler – Nicaraguan
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Ecuador Sumatra -
Montecristo White Vintage Connecticut
$55.00 – $306.18When this Cuban brand was launched in 1935, the world of Premium Cigars changed forever. Their #2 Torpedo became the world’s biggest selling cigar. I’ve had a few of them over the years and can honestly say they were ok. But that’s just me. Altadis acquired this iconic name decades ago and began producing many sizes and styles available to all of us.
We carry the Original White edition on our site. It’s hugely popular with smokers who enjoy the overall excellence of the brand that prefer a mild-mellow flavored stick. Enter the Vintage Connecticut edition in 2016 with a three country blend of fillers and binder encased in an 8 year old US grown Connecticut shade wrapper and the bar becomes seriously raised! This is an extremely smooth smoke with an all encompassing bouquet of flavors that everyone enjoys.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican-Nicaraguan-Peruvian
Binder – Nicaraguan
Wrapper Type – Connecticut
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Montecristo Original
$62.00 – $387.77When this Cuban brand was launched in 1935, the world of Premium Cigars changed forever. Their #2 Torpedo became the world’s biggest selling cigar. I’ve had a few of them over the years and can honestly say they were ok. But that’s just me.
Altadis acquired this iconic name decades ago and began producing many sizes and styles available to all of us. This Original edition has remained a favorite of mine. The masterfully blended selection of pure Dominican fillers and binder are encased in a near perfect Connecticut Shade wrapper. These 90+ rated, beautifully made sticks yield a super smooth, medium bodied taste with just the right bit of spice letting you know their heritage. Pricey yes. Worth it, absolutely.
Origin – Dominican Republic
Filler – Dominican
Binder – Dominican
Wrapper Type – Connecticut Shade
