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Blind Cigar Reviews
Today, I’m reviewing the Rare Finds Blend 1011-42, a cigar crafted by Henke and Klaas Kelner exclusively for The Tobacconist of Greenwich. This cigar, aged 3-5 years, hails from the Dominican Republic, continuing the legacy of quality tobacco from the Kelner family, renowned for their work with Davidoff and their own Kelner Cigars, S.A.S. in […]
In the world of cigar accessories, it’s often a choice between low-priced, subpar tools and high-priced, high-quality ones. Finding a brand that strikes the perfect balance between quality and affordability is a rare gem. LIHTUN, a sub-brand of Xifei Cigar Accessories, offers a selection of innovative cigar tools that are built to last without costing […]
Budget friendly brand Penn Standard is cigar using a Pennsylvania Broadleaf maduro wrapper. I haven’t smoked this brand before and I tend to shy away from “budget” smokes as they tend to be under fermented or underfilled. I’d rather spend more on better tobacco and enjoy the time I have to smoke. That being said […]
The Montecristo Platinum Robusto is meticulously crafted in La Romana, Dominican Republic by Altadis, a subsidiary of the British conglomerate Imperial Brands. This brand boasts a rich heritage, traditionally renowned as one of the most coveted Cuban cigars globally. Interestingly, it’s worth noting that the Montecristo brand has a dual existence, with the Cuban version […]
When Davidoff announced they were rereleasing the discontinued Davidoff Signature number one I was anxiously awaiting to try it. The lancero format is one of my favorite sizes as I feel you get a nice taste of the wrapper and with the concentrated tobaccos in the filler you can really pickup nuanced flavors. That’s not […]
The eleventh edition of Davidoff’s tribute to the signs of the Chinese Zodiac is the Year of the rabbit. It’s a large double perfecto with an Ecuadorian wrapper Mexican binder with Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers respectively. I’ve been able to smoke all the editions thus far and they have all be well received in their […]
Cigar World News
Joya de Nicaragua announces the return of the Joya Cabinetta Lancero, a beloved but niche favorite, in a limited edition for 2024. With only 1,000 boxes available globally, this release revives the Lancero vitola, absent since its 2016 brand update. The Cabinetta blend, known for its dual wrappers of Ecuadorian Shade CT and Nicaraguan H. […]
Sans Pareil Cigars introduces its Green line at the 2024 PCA Convention & Trade Show, marking the brand’s first new core addition since its inception in 2017. Crafted at Tabacalera Palma in the Dominican Republic, the line boasts four sizes with prices ranging from $18 to $48 per cigar. President David Swinburne highlights the meticulous […]
Four years following its debut, Alec & Bradley Cigars, in collaboration with Cigar Dojo, is set to re-release the Uru Doshi cigar for Leap Day 2024. This unique offering, available only once every four years, showcases a blend of Honduran and Nicaraguan leaves with a Honduran Criollo ’98 wrapper from the Trojes region. The 2024 […]
Alec Bradley announces the release of Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock, marking their 12th and 6th annual releases, with 5,000 boxes of each blend. Additionally, the Uru Doshi, a collaboration with Cigar Dojo for Leap Year, features unique Honduran and Nicaraguan leaves, with 3,000 cigars available exclusively through Smoke Inn Cigars. Crafted at Raíces […]
Spirits News
Bulleit Frontier Whiskey expands its portfolio by launching Bulleit American Single Malt, highlighting the brand’s commitment to innovation and environmental sustainability. Distilled from 100% malted barley and matured in American white oak barrels, this whiskey delivers a nuanced taste profile, emphasizing vanilla and toasted oak notes. Notably, the packaging reflects the brand’s dedication to sustainability, […]
Jack Daniel’s Distillery has introduced the second batch of its 12-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey and the third batch of its 10-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey. Part of the annual Aged Series, these limited releases continue the tradition of age-stated expressions. Master Distiller Chris Fletcher highlighted the craftsmanship and legacy reflected in these whiskeys. Each batch offers distinct flavors, […]
Penelope Bourbon has reintroduced its Tokaji Cask Finish, a small-batch straight rye whiskey, to the market in February 2024. With a production limited to 1,900 cases, this unique variant is aged for eight years and boasts a rich profile influenced by Tokaji wine casks from Hungary. The whiskey, distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and bottled at […]
The Glenlivet introduces the Fusion Cask Series with its inaugural Rum & Bourbon Fusion Cask Selection. This innovative series begins the bicentennial celebrations of The Glenlivet, highlighting 200 years of whisky excellence. The series represents a pioneering approach, blending first-fill rum casks with American bourbon barrels to create a unique fusion cask finish. This process, […]