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Alec Bradley American Sun Grown
$115.00 – $159.00The Alec Bradley American Sun Grown is an amazing pick by any standards.
When Alec Bradley introduced its American Blend back in 2012 it garnered high ratings and great reviews not only because it was a great overall cigar but also because it was priced right. This well made mellow to medium flavored stick was throwback to old school Florida craftsmanship. When this Sun Grown line came out in 2018 the Churchill garnered a 91 rating from Cigar Aficionado. Remember, this is a very affordable cigar! This medium-full bodied beautifully dark stick amps up the taste just a bit over the original Classic blend. However, this slow burning beauty seems as though it has double the amount of tobacco inside. Enjoy this great cigar made by Plasencia Cigars in Estelí, Nicaragua.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun-Grown Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa)
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Alec Bradley American Classic
$115.00 – $159.00Alec Bradley American Classic is one of this great company’s best selling cigars for over 10 years.
The American Classic still garners high ratings and great reviews not only because it’s still a great overall cigar but also because it has a more than a fair price even today. With attention to detail, this well made mellow to medium bodied cigar is a throwback to old school Florida craftsmanship. With this in mind, Alan Rubin went to the factory himself in 2011 to blend a cigar to be smoked any time of day, every day. And he did a great job!
Among many accolades, Cigar Aficionado calls this cigar a Best Buy. And we agree. A rating score of 90 sums it up. Their review says it best. “As the light wrapper suggests, this cigar is sweet and floral with a woody core, hints of cereal and a bit of dried fruit on the finish. Easygoing and mellow.”
Any size you choose is a top pick and worth twice the price.
Wrapper: Honduran-grown Connecticut Shade
Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa
Filler: Nicaraguan (Esteli and Condega)See all the Alec Bradley cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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AJ Fernandez New World Connecticut
$59.50 – $149.40AJ Fernandez New World Connecticut is another one of this company’s best offerings.
With attention to detail, A J teamed up with his son Ismael again to create this Connecticut edition offering the same complexity as the original for smokers that want a mild to medium bodied smoke. The result is a long burning and tasty cigar from start to finish. More importantly, it delivers a profile where the flavors complement each other perfectly. The ratings jury is in! Cigar Authority @ 90. Cigar Coop @ 92. Leaf Enthusiast @ 90. What more do you need to know!
If you’re looking for the quality, craftsmanship and complexity of AJ’s cigars in a smoke that can be equally enjoyed with breakfast as it can after dinner, this is the one for you!
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade U.S.A.
Binder: San Andres Mexico
Filler: Nicaragua, Brazil
Strength: Mild-Medium
Source: AJ FernandezCheck out other AJ Fernandez cigars available on The Cigar Thief here!
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AJ Fernandez Bella Artes Maduro
$94.50 – $225.00AJ Fernandez Bella Artes Maduro is another one of this company’s best offerings. In fact, it’s one of his highest rated smokes!
With attention to detail, this dark skinned box pressed Maduro contains a Brazilian mata fina triple fermented wrapper. Combine this with a vintage Mexican San Andrés binder and fillers from AJ’s personal farms in Estelí, Nicaragua and you have a winner. The result is a spectacular medium to full bodied smoke.
Most of us know that virtually all of AJ’s brands are 90+ rated cigars. Without a doubt, this one scores off the charts across the board. Consider this, Halfwheel @ 91. Cigar Aficionado @ 91, Cigar Snob @92, Cigar Journal @ 94, Cigar Coop @ 91. If you consider yourself a Maduro lover, this is definitely your cigar!
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A.
Wrapper: “Rojita” (Connecticut 8212, Corojo ’99 and Havana 2000)
Binder: Nicaraguan Quilalí Havana ’92
Filler: Nicaraguan (Estelí Condega and Jalapa), Brazilian (Mata Norte viso), HonduranSee all of the AJ Fernandez cigar available on The Cigar Thief HERE
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Ferio Tego Metropolitan Selection Host
$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
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Alec Bradley Kintsugi
$167.40 – $226.80Alec Bradley Kintsugi is the third creation from the company founder’s sons, Alec and Bradley Rubin.
With attention to detail, this collaboration between these talented young men and the Raíces Cubanas factory in Danlí, Honduras produces an outstanding cigar. Kintsugi follows Blind Faith from 2018 and Gatekeeper from 2019. All things considered, at this point, it’s safe to say these guys are well on their way to becoming Master Blenders.
Out of all the accolades, Blind Man’s Puff describes it best. “After initial inspection I wasn’t sure what to expect, however, this cigar smoked fantastically and produced delicious flavors. From pre-light draw to last puff, the cigar performed above expectations and had great smoke output. Not exactly my cup of tea as it was a little sweeter than I prefer, but I would gladly smoke another. Fantastic smoke if you have under an hour. Nub was the best part. Puff slowly and enjoy the end my friends.” These words coupled with a score of 91 make Kintsugi another winner for sure!
Country of Origin: Honduras
Wrapper: Honduras Habano
Binder: Honduras & Nicaragua
Filler: Honduras & Nicaragua
Factory: Raices Cubanas
Blender: Alec & Bradley RubinSee all the Alec Bradley cigars available at The Cigar Thief HERE
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Punch Knuckle Buster Habano
$90.00 – $99.00DEEP SALE Today only!!! (ends 5/25/2023)
Punch Knuckle Buster Habano
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Macanudo Inspirado Green
$136.50 – $165.50Macanudo 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 RepublicLooking for more Macanudo products available on The Cigar Thief? Click HERE
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Joya De Nicaragua Joya Silver
$113.90 – $131.20Joya 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.
Check out all the other Joya De Nicaragua cigars available on The Cigar Thief HERE
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuador Oscuro
Binder: Mexico
Filler: Nicaragua
Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua S.A.
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