“This cigar has gone to a whole new level and has now gone to the top of the game as far as Smoke Inn and Tatuaje releases go.” #3 – Tatuaje Apocalypse Coming in at #3 on the 2013 Cigar of the Year countdown is the Tatuaje Apocalypse. This was a limited edition, retail exclusive cigar released for Smoke […]
Cigar Review: Leaf by Oscar Maduro
Leaf by Oscar Maduro The Leaf by Oscar Maduro is a cigar that is a part of Jim Robinson’s Leaf & Bean series. Robisnon is a retailer based in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. For this series, Robinson partnered with three boutique cigar makers: Esteban Disla (known from being a partner at the Nica Sueno factory), […]
2013 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #4 E.P. Carrillo Medalla D’ Oro (Federal Cigar 92nd Anniversary Cigar) (Part 27 of Epic Encounters 2013)
“When I look at the (E.P. Carrillo) Medalla D’ Oro, this is a case where the stars in the sky align. This is the right blend coming together – in the right size. To me, the extra ligero, combined with the lonsdale shape elevates the NWC Short Run 2012 blend to a whole new level.” […]
Cigar Industry Report: Volume 3, Number 5 (12/28/13)
The Cigar Industry Report is a one stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop and Stogie Geeks. It is a combination of our news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. We will also recap what happened on our Stogie Geeks show. Finally, each week we will […]
Cigar News: Flor de Gonzalez Shows Off 6 x 60 Line Extension to 90 Miles 1980 Edition (Cigar Preview)
Flor de Gonzalez has shown off a 6 x 60 line extension to its 90 Miles 1980 Edition. A photo of this cigar was posted by company President Yadi Gonzalez-Vargas on her Facebook page. The 6 x 60 becomes the fifth vitola in this line that made its debut back in 2012. The 90 Miles […]
2013 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #5 Avo Movement TAA Limited Release (Part 26 of Epic Encounters 2013)
“The TAA has received its share of many excellent releases by top manufacturers. Not only does this cigar rank right at the top of this list, but it could be one of the best cigars to be released in the industry this year.” #5 Avo Movement TAA Limited Release Coming in at #5 on the 2013 […]
Cigar News: Perez Carrillo by E.P. Carrillo Targeted for May 2014 Release
Perez Carrillo (Photo Credit E.P. Carrillo Facebook page) It appears that the Perez Carrillo project by E.P. Carrillo is getting closer to reality. The company posted a picture on their Facebook page of some banding of the Perez Carrillo cigar. The photo caption said “COMING in MAY 2014!!!! “New Release”Perez-Carrillo cigar. Gorgeous band and awesome cigar! More […]
Cigar Review: Room 101 Master Collection One
Room 101 Master Collection One The Room 101 Master Collection One is the eleventh cigar to be released by Matt Booth‘s Room 101 brand. The Master Collection is intended to be a limited edition, premium offering in the Room 101 line. Back in February, we broke news of the release of this line. At press time, […]
2013 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #6 Don Pepin Garcia – 10th Anniversary Limited Edition 2013 (Part 25 of Epic Encounters 2013)
“…this cigar is also the total package. It is one of the best releases to come out of My Father – and there have been some good ones.” #6 – Don Pepin Garcia – 10th Anniversary Limited Edition 203 Coming in at #6 on the 2013 Cigar of the Year countdown is the Don Pepin Garcia – 10th […]
Cigar Review: Padrón Family Reserve No. 46 Maduro
Padron Family Reserve No. 46 Maduro The Padron Family Reserve No. 46 was released in 2010. It marked the third release of the Padron Family Reserve Series. The Family Reserve series was launched in 2008 with the release of the Padron Family Reserve No. 44. The significance of the number in the name corresponds to the […]