“Boutique Blends knew they to answer the question ‘what’s next?’ … This is an outstanding cigar and one the shows the company is not resting on its laurels..” Coming in at #16 is the Aging Room Bin No. 1 by Boutique Blends Cigars The Bin No. 1 is one of four new products released by […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #17 Cohiba Comador
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized 1 Comment 2014 Cigar of the Year, 3.5 - Box Split, Cohiba, Comador, Epic Encounters, General
“Without a doubt, this is one of the better cigar releases that has been released by not only Cohiba (brand), but by General Cigar Company as a whole..” Coming in at #17 is the Cohiba Comador. General Cigar Company returns to the Cigar of the Year Countdown for the first time since 2012, and the company […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #18 Tatuaje Jekyll
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“Overall I found this to be a stellar release and one that will go down as one of the better blends in this (Monsters) series.” Coming in at #18 is the Tatuaje Jekyll. This is the seventh installment into Tatuaje’s annual Monsters Series. This cigar becomes the second Tatuaje release to make this year’s countdown. […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #19 J. Grotto Anniversary by Ocean State Cigars
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” Overall, the work by (Paul) Joyal and Ocean State Cigars has been outstanding. Without a doubt, the J. Grotto Anniversary is the best line the company has produced to date.” Coming in at #19 is the J. Grotto Anniversary by Ocean State Cigars. The J. Grotto Anniversary is the fourth line of cigars launched […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #20 Tortuga 215 Reserva El Coyote Negro by Legacy Brands
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized 1 Comment 2014 Cigar of the Year, 4.0 - Box Worthy, Epic Encounters, Legacy Brands, Tortuga, Victor Vitale
“In terms of the Tortuga 215 Coyote Negro, this is one of those cigars that fired on all cylinders. It delivered great flavor, excellent complexity, had terrific construction, and the cigar was well balanced. The use of the Mata Fina wrapper worked outstanding on this particular blend.” Coming in at #20 is the Tortuga 215 […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #21 Federal Cigar 93rd Anniversary Reserve No. 2 by Oliva
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized No Comments 2014 Cigar of the Year, 4.5 - Fight Chuck Norris for Them, Epic Encounters, Oliva
“Federal Cigar has certainly established an impressive track record with these anniversary releases. Not a beat is missed here. In fact this cigar might be one of the all-time hidden gems from Oliva.” Coming in at #21 is the Federal Cigar 93rd Anniversary Reserve No. 2 by Oliva. This was a cigar done for the […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #22 Regius of London Claro Especial Exclusivo U.S.A
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized No Comments 2014 Cigar of the Year, 4.0 - Box Worthy, Epic Encounters, Regius
“I have found Regius’ portfolio to be some of the most impressive cigars to hit the American market in recent years. The Regius Claro Especial Exclusivo U.S.A. does not disappoint as this is another home run for (Akhil) Kapacee and his company.” Regius of London Claro Especial Exclusivo U.S.A. Pressed Perfecto Coming in at #22 […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #23: Viaje Plata Lancero
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized No Comments 2014 Cigar of the Year, 4.0 - Box Worthy, Epic Encounters, Viaje
“This is a cigar that delivers some great flavors. I found this cigar’s medium strength and medium-bodied profile worked perfectly with this particular flavor profile. .” Coming in at #23 is the Viaje Plata Lancero. This is a new blend released by Viaje in a lancero format as a part of its Trifecta package. The […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #24 A.J. Fernandez New World
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“Not only did I find a cigar of terrific value, but I found a cigar that delivered an all-around outstanding cigar experience.” Coming in at #24 is the A.J. Fernandez New World. This is a new regular production brand introduced by A.J. Fernandez Cigars in 2014. This marks the third time in five years that […]
Aged Selects 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #25 Viva Republica Propaganda
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized No Comments 2014 Cigar of the Year, 4.0 - Box Worthy, Epic Encounters, Viva Republica
“Overall this is a unique and outstanding blend. This cigar continues to strengthen (Jason) Holly and Viva Republica as a company on the rise doing great work.” Coming in at #25 is the Viva Republica Propaganda. Propaganda is the third line launched by Viva Republica. It gives Viva Republica its first appearance on a Cigar […]