”Overall, this was a very enjoyable cigar and one that is one of Altadis’ best blends released under the (non Cuban) H. Upmann line.” Wrapper: Criollo ’98 (2012 Crop) Binder: Nicaraguan Seco (2011 Crop) Filler: Nicaraguan Seco (2011 Crop), Nicaraguan Viso (2010 Crop), Nicaraguan Ligero (2009 Crop) Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (Tabacalera de Garcia) Toro: 6 x […]
” I can say one thing about this cigar – this is the best cigar I have had from the Padrons.” Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua (Tabacos Cubanica S.A.) Corona: 6 1/2 x 52 (Box-Press) Review: Padron 50th Anniversary Maduro Brand Appearances on Countdown: 1 (2015) The 2014 Cigar Coop Cigar […]
“This one is not only one of the best cigars I had in 2015, but it could be the best ‘A’ size cigar I have ever smoked.” Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Dominican Republic 33rd: 9 x 50 Review: Debonaire 33rd Maduro (De Los Reyes) Brand Appearances on Countdown: 2 (2014, 2015) Coming […]
Note: Cigars #1 and #2 on the 2014 Cigar of the Year Countdown will be announced on 12/31/15. “Seijas has been a mastermind behind many iconic brands, but with the Matilde Oscura, he has hit another home run. This is one of 2015’s best cigars.” Wrapper: Mexico – San Andres Binder: Sumatra Filler: Dominican Republic, […]
“Not only is this an outstanding cigar, but its a landmark cigar. It will not only be talked about as one of the best cigars for 2015, but a cigar I believe many will be talking about for years to come.” Wrapper: Ecuador Habano 2000 seed Hybrid Binder : Nicaraguan, Jalapa Filler: Nicaraguan, Esteli and […]
“No doubt the Quesadas have been a roll and the Quesada Reserva Privada is another home run…This is a cigar that lives up to the hype .” Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut-Seed Binder: Dominican San Vincente (1997 Crop) Filler: Dominican San Vicente from the 1997 Vintage selected from the Cosecha Pareja crops, Pennsylvania Ligero Country of Origin: […]
“This new maduro offering is a home run for Maya Selva Cigars. Not only is this the best release by Maya Selva Cigars to date, but it is one of the standout cigars for 2015.” Wrapper: Honduran Habano Binder: Brazilian Mata Fina Filler: Honduran Country of Origin: Honduras Toro Maduro: 6 x 52 Review: Flor de […]
Note: The Cigar of the Year Countdown will not publish on Thursday December 25, 2015. There will still be regular daily content to enjoy on that day. The countdown resumes on Friday December 26th. “Smoking the Illusione ~eccj~ 20th…I was amazed by the unique flavors, complex profile, and terrific construction of this cigar.” Wrapper: Nicaraguan […]
“Simply put, the Casa Fernandez Aniversario Serie 2015 L.F. Celine is a home run. This cigar has great construction, delivers excellent flavor, and provides a nice amount of complexity.” Wrapper: Aganorsa Corojo 99, Nicaragua (Jalapa) Binder: Aganorsa, Nicaragua Filler: Aganorsa, Nicaragua Country of Origin: United States (Casa Fernandez Miami) L.F. Celine: 6 x 56 Review: Casa […]
“This cigar delivers the total package: flavor, complexity, construction, and appearance. I also think the Coronas De Luxe size was tailor-made for this blend and this flavor profile.” Wrapper: Dominican Corojo Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Dominican (75%), Nicaraguan (25%) Country of Origin: United States (El Titan de Bronze) Coronas De Luxe: 5 1/2 x 42 Review: Don Reynaldo […]
