Saga Golden Age Toro Saga Cigars is a new brand that was launched by the Reyes family at the 2014 IPCPR Trade Show. Many know of the Reyes family through Augusto Reyes Sr, a very well-respected sixth generation cigar maker in the Dominican Republic. The Reyes family has been involved in the tobacco growing and […]
Cigar Review: LUJ Morpheus Anniversary #4 Maduro Box Pressed
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized 2 Comments 4.0 - Box Worthy, 91-93, LUJ, Review
LUJ Morpheus Anniversary #4 Maduro Box Pressed The LUJ Morpheus Anniversary #4 is one of the foundation lines of small batch cigar maker LUJ Cigars. LUJ Cigars has established a foothold in the midwest, especially in the Chicago, Illinois area. The company is one to keep on the radar as they plan on going into […]
Cigar Review: Avo Limited Edition Improvisation Series – Avo Classic Covers 2015
William Cooper Reviews 5 Comments 4.0 - Box Worthy, AVO, Davidoff, Review
Avo Limited Edition Improvisation Series – Avo Classic Covers 2015 The Avo Classic Covers 2015 marks a new chapter in the famed annual limited edition series. Each year since 2001 the Avo brand would release an “Avo Limited Edition” cigar coinciding with brand ambassador Avo Uvezian’s birthday (March 22nd). Earlier this year, parent company Davidoff […]
Cigar Review: Fratello Boxer
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments 3.0 - The Fiver, 88-90, Fratello Cigars, Review
Fratello Boxer The Fratello Boxer was the first line extension made by Fratello Cigars. In 2013, Fratello Cigars had a very successful launch of its eponymous line. In 2014, company founder Omar de Frias opted to extend his line. Rather than just add a new size, he opted to use the opportunity to play with […]
Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente Unnamed Reserve 2014
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments 2.5 - Try One, 85-87, Fuente, Review
Arturo Fuente Unnamed Reserve 2014 The Arturo Fuente Unnamed Reserve 2014 is the third installment in what seems to have become an annual limited production release by Arturo Fuente Cigars. For the most part, this has been a series that not only is not only “unnamed”, but has a cloud of mystery around it. There […]
Cigar Review: Aged Selects Habano Oscuro Churchill
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments 3.5 - Box Split, 88-90, Aged Selects, Review
Aged Selects Habano Oscuro Churchill Today we take a look at another cigar from Aged Selects called the Aged Selects Habano Oscuro Churchill. Aged Selects is a brand of Nicaraguan made cigars that provide cigar enthusiasts with a premium long filler cigar at a low price. To accomplish this, Aged Selects sends buyers to the […]
Cigar Review: Cumpay Robusto by Maya Selva Cigars
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized 2 Comments 3.5 - Box Split, 88-90, Cumpay, Maya Selva Cigars, Review
Cumpay Robusto by Maya Selva Cigars Cumpay is one of three lines of cigars made by Honduran cigar manufacturer Maya Selva Cigars. The company is named for its owner, Maya Selva. Maya Selva Cigars has had a footprint in Europe for quite some time and recently has turned its attention to growing in the U.S. […]
Cigar Review: Hoyo de Monterrey Edición de Cumpleaños 150
William Cooper Reviews No Comments 3.0 - The Fiver, General, Hoyo de Monterrey, Review
In 2015, the Hoyo de Monterrey brand is commemorating its 150th anniversary. It was in 1865 when Jose Gener, one of Cuba’s most well-known growers created the first Hoyo de Monterrey. While today the Cuba still produces Hoyo de Monterrey, there is now a non Cuban Hoyo brand that is produced in Honduras by General […]
Cigar Review: Davidoff Golf Limited Masters Edition 2015 Robusto
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments 4.0 - Box Worthy, 91-93, Davidoff, Review
Davidoff Golf Limited Masters Edition 2015 Robusto Just prior to the 2015 ProCigar Festival, Davidoff showcased the soon to be released Davidoff Golf Limited Masters Edition 2015. This cigar was donated to be a part of ProCigar’s annual charity auction. This is the second limited edition in three years that has a golf theme in […]
Cigar Review: Quesada Reserva Privada Robusto
William Cooper Reviews, Uncategorized No Comments 4.5 - Fight Chuck Norris for Them, 94-96, Quesada, Review
Quesada Reserva Privada Robusto At the 2015 ProCigar Festival in the Dominican Republic, Quesada Cigars showcased the Quesada Reserva Privada. The Quesadas have typically used this festival as a launching pad for one of their centerpiece new releases. In 2014, the Quesadas showcased their highly anticipated 40th Anniversary line.2015 figured to be a tougher year […]