Nicaraguan wrapper Archives

E.P. Carrillo Encore Celestial cigar review

88%Herbal Essence

Perez-Carrillo Encore Celestial

February 15, 2019

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2019

Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, or E.P. Carrillo, dreamed of becoming a jazz drummer in his youth; he moved to New York at age 25 to pursue this dream. Encore, being a musical reference, makes sense in that regard, but... Read More...

89%A+ Musk

Montecristo Nicaragua Series Toro

Jack Heyer

February 4, 2019

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2019

Montecristo is a name synonymous with cigars themselves, a storied brand with deep roots in both Cuba and the Dominican Republic. With a brand this historic, the term "cutting edge" doesn't always come to mind,... Read More...

92%Essence of Nicaragua

Cinco Décadas El General

Jordan Guttormson

October 26, 2018

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2018

In the premium cigar industry, it's an impressive accomplishment to reach five years in business; it then goes without saying, that 10, 15, 20, 25, and 50-year anniversaries become increasingly monumental celeb... Read More...

94%Progressive

Mombacho Cosecha 2012

Jordan Guttormson

January 30, 2018

Cigar Reviews, $15 & Over, 2018

Shortly before the annual IPCPR trade show (held in mid-July, 2017), Mombacho Cigars announced they would be introducing their most ambitious project to date—which would be on display for IPCPR attendees. The c... Read More...

92%Puro Preeminent

Plasencia Alma del Campo Tribu

Steve Stevens

December 19, 2017

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2017

Let us begin, as we frequently do, with a little dose of history. The year 1865 was filled with events ranging from the mundane to the momentous. Here are a few tidbits:John Deere receives a patent for pl... Read More...

90%Draw Issues

Espada by Montecristo – ESTOQUE

Ben Reed

December 3, 2015

Cigar Reviews, $10 to $15 Range, 2015

Last year, one of the biggest tobacco growers in the world, the Plasencia family, gave the keys to their prized ‘tobacco vault’ to Montecristo. This was the first time for the two companies to collaborate toget... Read More...

92%Cubanesque

Illusione Fume D’Amour

Eric Guttormson

March 23, 2015

Cigar Reviews, $5 to $8 Range, 2015, Video Reviews

Debuting at last year's 2014 IPCPR trade show, Illusione revealed the new Fume D’Amour. This cigar was of particular interest, as it would be the brand's first core lineup release in three years! Critics took n... Read More...

91%Multiple box worthy

Buenaventura BV 500

Eric Guttormson

April 30, 2014

Cigar Reviews, $5 & Under, 2014

The Buenaventura BV 500 is a unique cigar that's been showing up a lot on Cigar Dojo and on other social media sites. People seem to rave about its great flavors and ultra low price, so I had to see for myself ... Read More...

87%Small but good

Viaje WLP Winter Classic

Jordan Guttormson

March 14, 2013

Cigar Reviews, $5 to $8 Range, 2013

On a crisp, winter morning, the thin Colorado air cutting through protective layers of clothing, the members of the Dojo brave the elements in what has become routine. The sun is high enough in the sky to feel ... Read More...

88%Amazing Value

La Zona Habano

Eric Guttormson

December 18, 2012

Cigar Reviews, $5 & Under, 2012

If you are looking for a inexpensive "go to" cigar that doesn't compromise on quality or smoking satisfaction, we have found the cigar for you! The La Zona Habano, made by Epinosa Cigars in their new La Zona fa... Read More...

87%Solid Stick

1502 Black Gold

Eric Guttormson

September 24, 2012

Cigar Reviews, $5 to $8 Range, 2012

A little known company called Global Premium Cigars recently sent me a box of their full bodied offering called the 1502 Black Gold. Enrique Sánchez is the owner of the company and he proudly boasts that these ... Read More...

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