91%Bond Villain

LFD Carbon Flower

September 2, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

When I think of La Flor Dominicana cigars, I think of power. The Double Ligero and the Andalusian Bull were some of the strongest cigars to hit the market at the time of their release. I even remember the Color... Read More...

90%Amar Well Earned

Amar by AJ Fernandez Torito

Scott Braband

August 20, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2026

In an industry where new releases often focus on celebrating milestones or showcasing rare tobaccos, the Amar by AJ Fernandez takes a more personal approach. Introduced during the 2026 PCA Trade Show, the cigar... Read More...

88%Hallowed Restraint

Avowed Hallowed Hands Corona Gorda

Juan Cancel

July 22, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

This, friends, is my first legitimate cigar review. Let me explain what I mean by that. I don’t want anyone thinking I picked up a cutter and lighter yesterday and decided to start reviewing cigars. Befor... Read More...

90%Perfecto Paradox

Davidoff Puro Dominicano Perfecto

Scott Braband

June 17, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

For a company that built a lot of its reputation on ultra-clean, polished blends using tobaccos from multiple countries, the Davidoff Puro Dominicano feels like a pretty major shift in direction. Instead of lea... Read More...

89%Fine & Flavorful

Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228

Scott Braband

June 9, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

The Alec Bradley Fine & Rare line was created to highlight limited blends built around specific combinations of aged tobaccos, often considered the first 10-tobacco blend. Each release in the series is trea... Read More...

86%Mellow Middle Ground

Sarzedas Toro

Scott Braband

May 13, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $8 to $10 Range, 2026

Sarzedas isn’t some new blend trying to feel old, it actually is old. The name dates all the way back to 1900, when J.C. Newman first introduced it during the early days of American cigar manufacturing. Back th... Read More...

91%Chocolate Treat

Foundation 10 Year Aniversario

Scott Braband

March 4, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

Foundation Cigar Company has spent the past decade carving out a reputation built on storytelling, historical influence, and intentional blending. Founded by Nicholas Melillo in 2015, the brand has consistently... Read More...

86%Measured Expectations

Tatuaje Series P Honduras Robusto

Scott Braband

February 18, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $5 & Under, 2026

Tatuaje has built a reputation and a cult following over its 20-plus-year history, known for its meticulous selection of tobacco and a particular focus on Nicaraguan varieties. When the Series P line of cigars ... Read More...

91%Intentional Evolution

La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol Toro

Scott Braband

February 11, 2026

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2026

La Aurora is a legacy brand known for consistency, with a portfolio that has long followed a recognizable profile and approach. Because of that, any move away from that identity naturally draws attention. Fuert... Read More...