Every year since 2010, Cigar Coop published its annual Cigar of the Year Countdown. This is a project where we count down the Top 30 Cigars of the year. On Friday December 9, we kick off the 2022 edition of the Countdown. Each day we will unveil a cigar from the top 30 cigars selected […]
Today, we bring to you live commentary as Cigar Aficionado continues to unveil its 2021 Top 25 list. We will make some early projections and then do some post-game as CA reveals its #1 Cigar of the Year. Note: Due to Age Restrictions, you may have to click on “Watch on YouTube” References Prime Time […]
Today, we bring to you live commentary as Cigar Aficionado continues the unveiling of its 2021 Top 25 list. We will make some early projections and then do some post-game as CA reveals cigars #4, #3, and #2. Note: Due to Age Restrictions, you may have to click on “Watch on YouTube” < References Prime […]
The 2021 Cigar of the Year Countdown is now in the annals of history. With the Countdown completed, it is time to look at some of the numbers. In this article we look at two items: A breakdown of the cigars on the Countdown by vitola, country of origin, factory, company, what cigars were sponsored, […]
The Winter Collection (2020) Robusto was a home run flavorwise. In fact from a flavor perspective, I have no problem putting this toward the top of Rocky Patel’s releases. In the end, this is a cigar I could recommend to anyone.” Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran, Nicaragua Country of Origin: […]
The Queen’s Pearls Corona has subtle, refined, and balanced flavors. It delivers everything I would expect from an “old school” Connecticut Shade cigar. In fact, this is one of the best Connecticut Shade cigars I smoked over the past year.” Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Dominican, Ecuadorian, Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Dominican Republic […]
“When it comes to Perdomo Firecracker, this is the best release of the series to date. While the flavors are amazing, what really surprised me was the amount of complexity this small 3 1/2 inch cigar delivered. Great things can come in small packages when it comes to a cigar.” Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown Binder: […]
“Crux has produced some very high scores over the years on Cigar Coop, and Crux has proven they can deliver an excellent maduro. This is a cigar I would recommend to a novice or experienced cigar enthusiast.” Wrapper: San Andres Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de […]
“The Rocky Patel Quarter Century was simply an amazing cigar experience in terms of flavor – and it all came together perfectly in the Robusto format. The cigar delivered an excellent balance and synergy of flavors on the palate. After I smoked each one of these, I wanted another.” Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Binder: Honduran […]
“This cigar excels in the most important category – flavor. While the flavors don’t undergo radical transitions, there are plenty of flavor nuances along the way. Add some outstanding construction to the equation and you have the perfect storm for an excellent cigar experience.” Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua […]
