Premium cigars win in long-awaited ruling It’s a good day for lovers of good cigars. Last Thursday, August 10th 2023, Judge Amit P. Mehta of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia dealt a decisive blow against the over-regulation of premium cigars. In 2014, despite fervent objections, the …
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The Room 101 brand, under the guidance of its creative force, Matt Booth, has been known for its unique and often avant-garde approach to both cigar blending and marketing. Among their releases, the Johnny Tobacconaut captures this ethos particularly well. Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut Background: Concept and Branding: The Johnny Tobacconaut …
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Background: The Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro pays homage to Melanio Oliva, the patriarch of the Oliva tobacco family and their long-standing heritage. Oliva’s cultivation of premium tobaccos in Nicaragua has been the cornerstone of their reputation. 1. Construction: Wrapper: San Andrés Maduro wrapper graces the exterior of this cigar. This …
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Montecristo 1935 series that was released as a tribute to the brand’s origins in 1935. The “Edición Diamante,” I can only offer a general review of the Montecristo 1935 series and integrate elements you might expect from a high-end release by Montecristo. Presentation: The Montecristo 1935 series features an elegant …
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Brand: Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. Line: 2012 by Oscar Vitola: Boxed Pressed Short Robusto, Boxed Pressed Toro, Boxed Pressed Sixty Origin: Honduras for Oscar Valladares Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper Binder: Honduran binder Filler: Honduras and Nicaragua Appearance & Construction: The 2012 by Oscar Sumatra cigar boasts a chocolate-brown Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper with minimal veins and a …
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Overview Ferio Tego is a name synonymous with craftsmanship and legacy in the cigar industry. Known for their dedication to quality, they continue to impress aficionados with their offerings, and the Summa is no exception. It uses an Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper over an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder and fillers from the …
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From the esteemed Black Works Studios, a brand synonymous with intricate, flavor-packed blends, comes the Rorschach Sumatra. Named intriguingly after the well-known inkblot test, it invites its audience to explore a world of taste that is as varied and subjective as the interpretations of the psychological tool it’s named after. …
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For the true enthusiast, cigar aging is the capstone of a process that begins when the first tobacco seed is planted in the field. As a gift, an aged cigar says that you took the time to make them a gift worth having. And as a treat for yourself, on …
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The Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust Umbagog cigar is a premium cigar that has been garnering a lot of attention in the cigar industry. This cigar is made by Steve Saka, a well-known figure in the cigar world and former President of Drew Estate. The Umbagog is made using high-quality tobacco …
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From the classic guillotine to the new Xikar Perfect Xi1, we have all the info you need to make the perfect cut Whether you’re an experienced aficionado or a novice exploring the depths of this refined indulgence, there is one essential accessory that every cigar lover must have: a reliable …
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