Scott Braband, Author at Cigar Dojo

88%Green Machine

Cinco de Cinco Toro

January 19, 2024

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2024

Who of you reading this can say that they have committed 55 years to anything? Be it a marriage, a career—heck, some of you reading this aren’t even 55 years old (myself included)! So, when 2023 brought about t... Read More...

89%4-Alarm Flavor

Black Star Line Mr. Fahrenheit Corona

Scott Braband

October 27, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2023

“I'm burnin' through the sky, yeah 200 degrees, that's why they call me Mister Fahrenheit” —"Don’t Stop Me Now" by Queen Ladies and gentlemen, I am embarking on a comprehensive exploration of one of the most... Read More...

78%Bitter Bomb

Los Statos Deluxe Maduro Robusto

Scott Braband

September 27, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $8 to $10 Range, 2023

Who doesn’t love a good reboot? When it comes from the minds of two of the most talked-about names in the cigar industry that now work for the same team, you tend to take note. One year ago, Forged Cigar Com... Read More...

91%Phoenix of Flavor

Angel Cuesta Toro

Scott Braband

August 16, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2023

Cigars have always been a symbol of a more refined and affluent lifestyle, but today's cigars were intended for royalty! The Angel Cuesta, a new line by J.C. Newman Cigar Co., carries a rich history dating back... Read More...

88%Unleashed & Unsurprising

Camacho Factory Unleashed 3

Scott Braband

June 30, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $8 to $10 Range, 2023

In the realm of cigars, where tradition often reigns supreme, there are blends that dare to challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of flavor. They emerge as rebellious spirits, unapologetically defyin... Read More...

86%Sour Sammie

Knuckle Sandwich Connecticut Robusto J

Scott Braband

June 2, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2023

The term "celebrity" has become a double-edged sword in today’s world. It seems that, in the modern era, celebrities have a very niche following with equal numbers of "fans" and "haters." Rarely does the acknow... Read More...

90%Witchful Thinking

Muestra de Saka The Bewitched

Scott Braband

May 11, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2023

If you smoke cigars regularly, and have a passion for the lifestyle, then you know that time spent enjoying a premium, hand-rolled cigar can not only provide an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, ... Read More...

92%Cinnamon Spice

Olmec Claro Toro

Scott Braband

March 29, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2023

Nicknames are earned, not given, no matter what that guy back in high school insisted you call him (he still insists on being called “Rooster,” by the way…). So, when you earn the nickname “Nickragua,” there is... Read More...

89%Holiday Delight

StillWell Star Holiday Y2022

Scott Braband

February 16, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2023

Ah, the holidays. The stretch from late October through early January is one of my favorite times of year for enjoying cigars. All of the delicious holiday aromas mingling with rich tobacco smoke is very nostal... Read More...

87%Value Nut

El Baton Belicoso

Scott Braband

February 3, 2023

Cigar Reviews, $5 to $8 Range, 2023

I’m going to rip the Band-Aid off at the very beginning: I am a cheapskate. Nothing makes me happier than finding a good deal, and coming across a cigar that falls into the value category that is also a worthwh... Read More...

89%Two-Face

Manolo Quesada 75th Anniversary

Scott Braband

December 8, 2022

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2022

When you work in the premium cigar industry, an anniversary is an occasion to be marked with revelry. This cigar world that we hold so dearly is a fickle beast, and maintaining your ability to not only stay rel... Read More...

89%Beautiful Body

Winston Churchill Limited Edition 2022

Scott Braband

September 9, 2022

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2022

When I think of renowned cigar smokers, a few people immediately come to mind. Groucho Marx, with his iconic mustache and cigar wiggling between his fingers for comedic effect. George Burns, who carried a cigar... Read More...

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