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 […]
“…this is a cigar I would smoke again – and it’s one that garners box-worthy consideration….it exceeds the Cigar Coop Standard of Excellence threshold.” Wrapper: Broadleaf Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: San Lotano Rounded Figurado: 5 x 58 Price: $10.00 Sponsor: No Samples Provided for Initial Review: Yes Review: 601 La […]
“This is a cigar that performs stellarly in the flavor department from start to finish….The flavors are bold and rich, but not overly aggressive.” Wrapper: Ecuadorian Vuelta Abajo Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Country of Origin: Costa Rica Factory: Tabacos de Costa Rica Toro: 6 x 52 Price: $12.00 Sponsor: Yes Samples Provided for Initial Review: […]
” loved the old school Casa Fernandez Maduro style of this blend. It excelled in the category that matters the most – flavor… it far exceeds the threshold for the Cigar Coop Standard of Excellence.” Wrapper: San Andres Mexican Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. (TABSA) Toro: […]
“Un Presidente is going to require a three-hour investment to smoke, and it’s going to be worth the time. This is a fantastic size of the Brimstone. It’s one I would easily recommend to any cigar enthusiast, and it’s one that I would smoke again – and buy a tray/bundle purchase with no problem.” Wrapper: […]
