La Reloba Seleccion Mexico Last year, Don Pepin Garcia’s My Father Cigars introduced the La Reloba line. This was intended to be My Father Cigars foray into the value-priced cigar arena – namely cigars in the $5.00 – $7.00 suggested retail price range. As a part of the La Reloba line, two Nicaraguan puros were […]
Cigar Preview: La Reloba Selección Mexico
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There is going to be a new cigar introduced to My Father Cigars’ La Reloba line. This one is called the La Reloba Seleccion Mexico. The 2011 Cigar pipeline is now getting into full swing and it looks like 2011 could be another great year like 2010. The La Reloba line was introduced as a […]
Cigar Review: La Sirena
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On my 2010 Cigar of the Year countdown, there are some cigars that did not make my list simply because the initial launch of the cigar was late in the year. Among those cigars was the La Sirena line – the latest launch from Miami Cigars. Cigars that fall into this category are eligible for […]
Cigar Review: 601 Maduro (Blue Label)
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Recently when I attended a Rocky Patel Event in Greenville, NC, I opted to smoke the 601 Maduro (Blue Label)cigar. Usually when I attend an event, I like to enjoy a cigar by the manufacturer/company of the event. Last year, the 601 line was acquired by Rocky Patel Premium Cigars, therefore I felt this stick […]
Cigar Review: Don Pepin Garcia Vegas Cubanas
William Cooper Reviews No Comments Don Pepin, My Father, Review, See What You Think
Not the best lighting – the Vegas Cubanas When the name Don Pepin Garcia is mentioned, two things often come to mind. The first is “peppery” and the second is “Nicaraguan” tobacco. I would say this is very accurate as this has become his signature for many of the cigars he is involved with blending. […]
2010 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #11: La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor
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#11 La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor We are just outside the Top 10 of “30 Cigars in 31 Days” – my review of the Top 30 Cigars of 2010. The decision on what sticks to place in the Top 10 was very difficult. It is perhaps this stick that was the most difficult to […]
2010 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #14: Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial
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#14 Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Continuing to head into the cream of the crop, it is time to reveal the 17th stick of “30 Cigars in 31 Days” – my review of the Top 30 cigars for 2010. The #14 Cigar of the Year is the Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial – a new stick from […]
2010 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #28: Nestor Miranda Art Deco
William Cooper Cigar of the Year, Uncategorized No Comments 2010 Cigar of the Year, Don Pepin, Miami Cigars, Nestor Miranda
#28 Nestor Miranda Art Deco Here we go with third installment of “30 Sticks in 31 Days”, my Top 30 2010 Cigar of the Year countdown. For Cigar #28 on the Top 30, my selection is the Nestor Miranda Art Deco by Miami Cigars. From a visibility standpoint there are two striking features: The […]
Cigar Review: My Father Limited Edition 2010
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments Don Pepin, My Father, Nice to Have, Review
Cigar Enthusiasts are very familiar with Don Pepin Garcia. Those who really follow the business know he is considered the master of Nicaraguan tobacco. Last year, Pepin launched his “My Father” cigar line and it was greeted with commercial and critical acclaim. The “My Father” cigar finished #3 on the Cigar Aficionado Cigar of the […]
Cigar Event Review: Don Pepin Garcia at Outland Cigars, Charlotte NC
William Cooper Uncategorized No Comments Cigar-ebrity, Don Pepin, Events, My Father, Places
Cigar Coop with “The Master”, Don Pepin Garcia As I’ve mentioned several times here, the Cigar industry follows a “Donald Trump” brand model. With Trump’s company, Trump is the face of the company – and the brand of his company. Many know icons such as: Jonathan Drew, Litto Gomez, Sam Leccia, Matt Booth, Christian Eiroa, […]