Altadis USA’s portfolio of cigars has always been one that has interested me. It’s a combination of classic heritage brands, and newer more contemporary brands. From the classic side, brands such as Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta, and H. Upmann have been staples. On the contemporary side, we’ve seen Altadis bring in Aging Room, and more […]
Cigar Review: H. Upmann 1844 Añejo Magnum by Altadis USA
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 85-87, Altadis, Buy One, H. Upmann, Review, Tabacalera USA
Early in 2020, Altadis USA released a cigar under its H. Upmann brand known as H. Upmann 1844 Añejo. Altadis USA has many brands under its portfolio. H. Upmann is not only one of the more active ones, but it is also one of the oldest ones. The name “añejo” is Spanish for “old.”.In this […]
The Blog: KMA Talk Radio Episode 404 – Cigar Dojo Takeover
William Cooper Blog No Comments Altadis, Blog, Cigar Dojo, KMA Talk Radio, Montecristo, Tabacalera USA, The Blog
Each week, I have the opportunity to produce the news segment for KMA Talk Radio. On Cigar Coop, we will now post replays of the shows the week following the date the show is aired in our “blog.” A few weeks ago for episode 404 the crew from Cigar Dojo took over the show. Plus […]
Prime Time Special Edition 89: Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Launch and Davidoff Mt. Rushmore
William Cooper Podcast No Comments Altadis, Davidoff, ElOsoFumarTakes, Montecristo, Podcast, Prime Time Special Edition, Tabacalera USA
It’s a special doubleheader on Prime Time Special Edition 89! First Rafael Nodal and Jennifer True join us from Tabacalera USA to help kick off the launch of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua. Montecristo is one of the most iconic brands in the world, and the 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua commemorates the 85th anniversary of this […]
2020 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #19: Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Toro
William Cooper Cigar of the Year No Comments 2020 Cigar of the Year, Altadis, Cigar of the Year, Romeo y Julieta, Tabacalera USA, Top Cigars 2020
“The sweetness early on is going to start as a nice gateway to the cigar experience, but as you get deeper into the smoke, there will be more boldness and more spice – giving the cigar the Nicaraguan edge.” Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de […]
Cigar News: Romeo y Julieta Eternal Announced for 145th Anniversary
William Cooper Cigar News No Comments 2020 Preview, Altadis, News, Romeo y Julieta, Tabacalera USA
The year 2020 marks the 145th anniversary of the Romeo y Julieta brand – and to commemorate the milestone, Altadis U.S.A. has announced a limited release called Romeo y Julieta Eternal. The cigar is scheduled to hit stores before the end of the year. Romeo y Julieta Eternal is described as a collaboration between the […]
Announcement: Prime Time Special Edition 89 – Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Launch and Davidoff Mt. Rushmore
William Cooper Announcement No Comments Altadis, Announcement, Davidoff, ElOsoFumarTakes, Montecristo, Tabacalera USA
It’s a special doubleheader on Prime Time Special Edition 89! First Rafael Nodal and Jennifer True join us from Tabacalera USA to help kick off the launch of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua. Montecristo is one of the most iconic brands in the world, and the 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua commemorates the 85th anniversary of […]
Prime Time Jukebox Episode 22: Dolly vs. Diana
William Cooper Podcast No Comments Altadis, Boutique Blends Cigars, Crowned Heads, Montecristo, Oliveros, Podcast, Prime Time Jukebox, Tabacalera USA
For Prime Time Jukebox Episode 22, we introduce the first installment of our Music Debate Series – a head to head match with Dolly Parton vs. Diana Ross. We put two icons from the world of music against each other. We explore the history of these two women – and some of the parallels and […]
Cigar Review: Montecristo Espada Oscuro Guard by Altadis USA
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 88-90, Altadis, Buy One, Montecristo, Review
In 2014, Altadis USA released the Espada by Montecristo. Historically, it was an important cigar in that it was the first Montecristo cigar to come out of Nicaragua, and for Altadis it was one of their first major releases produced by an outside factory which in this case was the Plasencia factory. In addition, the […]
Announcement: Prime Time Jukebox Episode 22 – Dolly vs. Diana
William Cooper Announcement No Comments Altadis, Announcement, Boutique Blends Cigars, Montecristo, Oliveros, Prime Time Jukebox, Tabacalera USA
For Prime Time Jukebox Episode 22, we introduce the first installment of our Music Debate Series – a head to head match with Dolly Parton vs. Diana Ross. We put two icons from the world of music against each other. We explore the history of these two women – and some of the parallels […]