At the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show, Drew Estate introduced the fourth blend under its Herrera Estelí line, the Herrera Estelí Brazilian Maduro. Herrera Estelí was the first brand introduced by Drew Estate Master Blender Willy Herrera after he joined Drew Estate back in 2012. At the time the Brazilian Maduro was introduced, Drew Estate decided […]
Cigar Review: CAO Estelí (TAA Exclusive)
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 2018 TAA Exclusive Series, 88-90, Buy One, CAO, General, Review, TAA
The CAO brand is one that has been around for well over two decades. While it is now a brand under General Cigar’s portfolio, it had never produced an exclusive cigar for the Tobacconist Association of America (TAA). That changed in 2018 with the release of the CAO Estelí as a part of the 2018 […]
Cigar Review: Davidoff Year of the Pig
William Cooper Reviews 1 Comment 88-90, Buy One, Davidoff, News
Each year fans of Davidoff Cigars have looked forward to the company’s Chinese Zodiac-inspired limited edition cigar. Each year these cigars feature a different blend in a different size with exquisite packaging reflecting the particular Zodiac theme. The Chinese New Year falls between January 21st and February 20th, but typically Davidoff has released the Zodiac […]
Cigar Review: Gurkha Heritage Rosado Toro (TAA Exclusive)
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 2018 TAA Exclusive Series, 88-90, Buy One, Gurkha, Review, TAA
2018 marked the 50th anniversary of the Tobacconists Association of America (TAA). Over the years, the organization has put together a series of limited edition and ongoing release cigars that would be sold exclusively through its retail members and it has become known as the TAA Exclusive Series. The past few years has seen that […]
Cigar Review: Viaje Craft Series For the Love of the Leaf
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 88-90, Buy One, News, Viaje
For the Love of the Leaf is the second installment of the Viaje Craft Series. In 2018, Viaje launched the Craft Series. It’s a line that draws its inspiration from the craft beer business. According to Viaje, each release of the Craft Series will involve incorporating some of the best tobaccos from chosen factories. Each […]
Cigar Review: Espinosa Eminent Domain
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 88-90, Buy One, Espinosa, Review
Back in 2014, Espinosa Cigars launched a new series of cigars known as “The Backroom Series.” It is a series of cigars that have been exclusively offered to Espinosa Cigars branded-lounges. The first cigar in that series was known as “The Alibi,” a Habano Oscuro-wrapped blend in one size – a 6 x 48 Short […]
Cigar Review: Alec Bradley Fine & Rare JRS 10=(86) Second Issue
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 88-90, Alec Bradley, Buy One, Review
In 2011, Alec Bradley Cigars launched an annual limited edition project known as Fine & Rare. It has become the company’s signature limited edition series and one of the most popular. The distinguishing thing that sets Fine & Rare apart is the fact that it incorporates ten different tobaccos into the blend. At press time, […]
Cigar Review: H. Upmann Connecticut Grupo de Maestros Toro by Altadis U.S.A
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 88-90, Altadis, Buy One, H. Upmann, Review, Tabacalera USA
In 2019, the H. Upmann brand is celebrating its 175th anniversary. For Altadis U.S.A, the company decided to get a head start on the celebration in 2018. It was at the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show when Altadis U.S.A. rolled out a new addition to the H. Upmann line in the form of a Connecticut Shade […]
Cigar Review: Camacho Hard Charger
William Cooper Reviews 1 Comment 88-90, Buy One, Camacho, Davidoff, Review
At the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show, Camacho Cigars announced its latest installment to the Camacho Brotherhood Series, the Camacho Hard Charger. The Brotherhood Series is one that pays homage to the military. Hard Charger is a term used in the military. While there are some different meanings, it ultimately comes down to someone who demonstrates […]
Cigar Review: Crowned Heads The Angel’s Anvil 2018
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 2018 TAA Exclusive Series, 88-90, Buy One, Crowned Heads, Review, TAA
The Angel’s Anvil 2018 marks the fifth consecutive year that Crowned Heads Cigars has provided an exclusive release for the Tobacconist Association of America (TAA) retailers. One can make the argument that over the past five years, Crowned Heads along with La Flor Dominicana and Tatuaje have been the most consistent and popular TAA releases. […]