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Padron 1964 Anniversary Series ‐ Natural
Rated 5.00 out of 5$68.76 – $425.00No matter what size or style, Padrons medium to full bodied smokes are always consistently perfect in every way. With a Smooth draw, large volume of smoke and robust taste that increases in intensity along the way, it’s no wonder this company’s products are always difficult to find. Very Expensive and worth every penny. Origin - Coming Soon! Filler - Coming Soon! Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Coming Soon! -
Cusano CC
Rated 4.00 out of 5$51.12 – $63.99When you have a chance, click on the “Ask Richie” icon on the upper part of the screen and read my “Bundles of Joy” submission. You’ll then understand how important the valued priced bundle category has been to both cigar makers and lovers. This edition is one of the best Cuban styled full flavor smokes available for the price. It’s well made with a great draw yielding a robustly satisfying smoking experience across the board. Origin - Dominican Republic Filler - Dominican Binder - Dominican Wrapper Type - Sumatra -
Oliva Serie V
Rated 5.00 out of 5$37.00 – $304.00This great brand traces its roots back to 1886 when Melanio Oliva began growing tobacco in Cuba. After the revolution his grandson Gilberto went to Spain and then settled in Nicaragua. In 1995 Gilberto and his son Gilberto Jr. launched the company. When the "V" came to market in 2017 not only did it get a 95 rating, it was awarded as being the #3 Cigar of the year. Since then it has consistently rated over 90 year after year. This dark, oily wrapped beauty is a very robust, extra full flavored stick that remains totally smooth throughout yielding plumes a thick wonderful aromatic smoke. It's like a Porterhouse Steak of cigars! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Ecuador Habano -
Casa Turrent 1973 Maduro
Rated 0 out of 5$42.50 – $216.00Origin - Mexico Filler - Nicaraguan and Mexico Binder - Nicaraguan and Mexico Wrapper Type - Mexican -
Ashton Virgin Sun Grown
Rated 5.00 out of 5$49.00 – $391.09There’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 VSG is the Bentley of the Ashton Brand. This sometimes hard to locate 94 rated stick takes you to a whole different level of taste. This is without question an amazing full flavored cigar that rivals many Cubans with a big difference.... It's super smooth while being very complex. If you consider yourself a connoisseur and haven't tried one, you're not a connoisseur! Origin - Dominican Republic Filler - Dominican Binder - Dominican Wrapper Type - Sun Grown -
Cusano M1 Connecticut
Rated 5.00 out of 5$51.12 – $63.99The Cusano family sold their company to the folks at Davidoff some years ago. This value priced cigar is probably one of the best sticks available for under $3! This is a mild to medium bodied smoke that’s worth far more than its price! Origin - Dominican Republic Filler - Dominican Binder - Connecticut Wrapper Type - Ecuador Connecticut -
AJ Fernandez La Gran Llave Maduro
Rated 5.00 out of 5$32.00 – $200.00Most of us know that virtually all of AJ’s brands have been 90+ rated cigars. It’s really just a matter of personal taste which one ends up being your favorite. When the La Gran Llave Maduro hit the streets in the summer of 2018 it clipped a 90 rating right off the bat. I think what sets this particular brand apart are two important things. First off the San Andreas Mexican Maduro wrapper is nearly perfect in appearance and adds a tasty, crispy twist to this medium-full bodied stick. Secondly and more importantly, this cigar is absolutely jammed packed with tobacco. It almost feels hards to the touch which is a good thing! It's a long smoking experience that seems to burn forever so don't go walking your dog and expect to finish it unless you want to be out for more than an hour! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Habano Wrapper Type - Maduro -
Rocky Patel The Edge Connecticut
Rated 5.00 out of 5$33.00 – $355.00Cigar legend Rocky Patel initially created Edge to offer a robust full bodied flavorful smoke with a Cuban punch. Soon thereafter the Connecticut style was born for the rest of us! When this cigar received a 91 rating more of us took a closer look. This version is tamer but still delivers a smooth mild to medium bodied taste. Origin - Honduras Filler - Honduran Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Connecticut -
Rocky Patel Sun Grown
Rated 5.00 out of 5$31.00 – $212.40No one disputes that Rocky Patel is one of the few Titans of the Premium Cigar Industry. Over 20 years ago as he began his quest to get a foothold in the marketplace he actually got in his car and traveled the country visiting high volume Tobacconists unannounced! When he wound up in my store to sell his first entry, I hesitantly took a chance on him. Actually, he was such a nice and appreciative person I couldn’t resist! The rest is cigar history! The sun grown edition is a chameleon like flavor changer. The 5 year old Ecuadorian Sun Grown wrapper gives it a spicy/sweet kind of taste that starts off medium bodied and smoothly escalated to a fuller level. The key word here is smooth. The 90+ rating it has while offering a lower price point is a bonus. I recommend a five pack of petit coronas to wet your whistle with. for starters. And if you do, leave one in your humidor for a year for a real treat! Origin - Honduras Filler - Dominican-Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Ecuador Sumatra -
Oliva Serie O Maduro
Rated 5.00 out of 5$29.99 – $150.40Oliva has been turning out amazing cigars for many years. Most of their selections offer smokers a wide array of top rated cigars ranging in taste from mild to medium. Enter the Series O Maduro and things change dramatically! The great aspect of this 90 rated stick is that it delivers a solid full flavor with an uncanny smoothness Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro -
Kristoff Sumatra
Rated 3.00 out of 5$31.58 – $182.70This four country blend edition produces a complex medium to full bodied flavor that some say is acquired taste. I'm sure if you've had them and enjoy them, another start or two is warranted. This stick is another effort by Kristoff to broaden the brand's appeal to more smokers. Origin - Dominican Republic Filler - Dominican-Nicaraguan Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Ecuador Sumatra -
Alec Bradley Black Market Esteli
Rated 5.00 out of 5$36.00 – $194.40OK. You’ve probably tried and enjoyed the original, 90 rated black market and are wondering what this newer Esteli style is all about. Well………93 rated and ranked the #9 cigar of the year it was introduced for starters! Think Original Black Market on steroids! More Robust, spicier, more Cubanesque and priced right! Buckle Up! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Honduran-Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Nicaraguan -
Padron 1964 Anniversary Series ‐ Maduro
Rated 5.00 out of 5$76.10 – $425.00No matter what size or style, Padrons medium to full bodied smokes are always consistently perfect in every way. With a Smooth draw, large volume of smoke and robust taste that increases in intensity along the way, it’s no wonder this company’s products are always difficult to find. Very Expensive and worth every penny. Origin - Coming Soon! Filler - Coming Soon! Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Coming Soon! -
Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Connecticut (7y)
Rated 5.00 out of 5$31.00 – $227.70No one disputes that Rocky Patel is one of the few Titans of the Premium Cigar Industry. Over 20 years ago as he began his quest to get a foothold in the marketplace he actually got in his car and traveled the country visiting high volume Tobacconists unannounced! When he wound up in my store to sell his first entry , I hesitantly took a chance on him. Actually, he was such a nice and appreciative person I couldn’t resist! The rest is cigar history! If you’ve read my posts you know I’m bullish on aging your cigars to enhance their taste. This beauty is encased with a 7 year old Connecticut leaf that tames the Nicaraguan and Dominican filler and binder into a super smooth and mellow smoke. Although it’s definitely a mild to medium bodied smoke, it’s so well rounded and balanced. Origin - Honduras Filler - Dominican-Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Connecticut -
Rocky Patel The Edge Sumatra
Rated 5.00 out of 5$34.00 – $702.00Cigar legend Rocky Patel initially created the original Edge to offer a robust full bodied flavorful smoke with a Cuban punch. The 91 rated Sumatran version is similar to the original with a more complex taste. The oily wrapper creates a solid full flavor, strong cigar. Origin - Honduras Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Honduran Wrapper Type - Ecuador Sumatra -
Perdomo Nick’s Sticks Sun Grown
Rated 5.00 out of 5$27.00 – $114.75Nick Perdomo and his Dad are master cigar makers. As you search our site you’ll see many of his best offerings that have received 90+ ratings. This little gem is a well crafted medium to full bodied smoke with an everyday price. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Sun Grown -
Perdomo Champagne 10th
Rated 5.00 out of 5$18.00 – $250.00Nick Perdomo and his Dad are well renowned cigar makers. I’ve watched them grow to one of the world’s powerhouse teams producing a wide array of highly rated premiums. In fact, over 20 years ago I remember Nick personally traveling around the country and winding up in my Long Island store soliciting for business! Many years later when I went to the last big Cigar Show trying to see him was like trying to see a rock start! His success is well earned. When this 10th Anniversary Champagne line was launched it was well received. Let's face it, Perdomo only makes great cigars! The Ecuadorian Connecticut seed wrapper encasing this Nicaraguan stick yields a mild taste with a nice bit of sweetness. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Ecuador Connecticut -
Oliva Serie O
Rated 5.00 out of 5$30.00 – $142.40This great brand traces its roots back to 1886 when Melanio Oliva began growing tobacco in Cuba. After the revolution, his grandson Gilberto went to Spain and then settled in Nicaragua. In 1995 Gilberto and his son Gilberto Jr. launched the company. When Series O appeared in 2008 it was highly rated and remains so all these years later. This top-selling medium-bodied "go to" stick is well made with a smooth draw. It's really well balanced with a nice bit of sweetness and spice while not being overpowering. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Habano Wrapper Type - Habano -
Oliva Serie G Maduro
Rated 5.00 out of 5$23.00 – $203.20Need some time to catch your breath? The great characteristic of this cigar is that it starts off with a well rounded medium taste that increases in intensity as you move down the line. Throughout the entire smoke this Oliva stays very, very smooth! Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Coming Soon! Wrapper Type - Connecticut Broadleaf -
Oliva Gilberto Reserva
Rated 5.00 out of 5$24.00 – $108.80This 90 rated edition was appropriately named paying homage to Oliva's founder. The interesting blend of tobaccos from four countries produces a mellow to medium bodied kind of crispy taste that's unique for Oliva. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Habano Wrapper Type - Indonesian Sumatra