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$5 La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
This is always a go-to for me. Now and again, Cigar Page drops the hammer on these $18 sticks and today is that day. Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Pennsylvanian, Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.7 x 54 Toro Box… Read More ›
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Katman Rekap (2019) ~ Daughters of the Wind Dahman by Casdagli Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Costa Rican Filler: Peruvian, Dominican Size: 7.1 x 56 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $22.00 (2019) ~ $23.00 (2026) BACKGROUND: Jeremy Casdagli, owner, said this in an email to me: “Other than the wrapper leaf (Ecuador Habano) the… Read More ›
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Viaje Fest | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Thanks to the good folks at Cigar Deal Hunters by Smoking Hub, I found some deals that you might find interesting. If you’re like me, browsing is half the fun. It gives you a solid idea of what the market… Read More ›
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Fancy Deals on Fancy Cigars from Cigar Page | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Private sale on boutique cigars from Cigar Page. $99.99: $89.00: $35.00: There are 25 more deals. GO TO CIGAR PAGE HERE.
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45% Off AJ Fernandez New World Decenio | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Unco B’s Stogie Diary rated this cigar 96 in a REVIEW from March of this year. I wholeheartedly agree as it scooched me to buy a box. Glad I did. This is a solid blend from AJ Fernandez. Cigar Page… Read More ›
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Katman Rekap ~ Didier Cigars Joseph | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Habano Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5.5 x 58 Gordo Strength: Medium/Full Price: $32.50 BACKGROUND: From Didier Cigars: “Didier Lazare Benitah, a man whose name has become synonymous with luxury cigars, embraces a story that transcends continents and industries…. Read More ›
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The Tommy Emmanuel Interview | World’s Greatest Acoustic Guitarist | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
If you’re not a serious musician, you probably have no idea who Tommy Emmanuel is. Another Rick Beato interview uncovers the brilliance of this man in an hour long sit down. And Beato does what he does best, his listens… Read More ›
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Krazy Katman’s Bargain Basement Vol. 8 ~ RoMa Craft CroMagnon PA Broadleaf | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
This was my #25 cigar of 2025. Love this cigar. You can read my review HERE. Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra Hybrid Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Strength: Medium/Full Cigar Page is offering more than 35% off on 3 sizes.
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65% Off Villiger Limited Release No. 061 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Thanks to Cigar Deal Hunters by Smoking Hub, I found a deal I took a chance on. It is the Villiger Limited Release No. 061. It is a high end $20 Churchill with the leaf stats I love. Wrapper: Ecuadorian… Read More ›
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Lure Cigars® Announces “The Fat Matt” | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
How did Lou Cross know I’m plagued by visions of ferrets past and future? I never post press releases. Why not? Because your field of vision is swamped by every single cigar site on the planet that publishes them like… Read More ›
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Bunny Droppings Label Boy | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Dominican Corojo, Dominican Criollo Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $14.00 Date Released: July 1, 2026 Quantity Released: 500 Boxes of 10 Factory: Tabacalera William Ventura, Dominican Republic My cigars… Read More ›
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La Aurora Embassador Brazil Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
I discovered this cigar in February. I brought it to your attention again in May. Why? Because it flies underneath the radar as an excellent morning smoke. The leaf stats speak volumes: Wrapper: Brazilian Maduro Binder: Brazilian Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan,… Read More ›
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Krazy Katman’s Bargain Basement Vol. 7 ~ La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
I reviewed the Mi Amor in 2013. You can read my review HERE. Cigar Aficionado rated this cigar 95. Across the board, this cigar has found its way into the hearts of everyday smokers and reviewers alike. This is a… Read More ›
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Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust EX-38 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Sungrown H2000 Binder: San Andrés Negro Filler: Nicaraguan Jalapa & Pueblo Nuevo, Costa Rican Morron Ligero Size: 5 x 48 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $15.86 Date Released: 2026 Quantity Released: Undisclosed Factory: Nicaragua Undisclosed BACKGROUND: From Smoke… Read More ›
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August Contest Winner Announced | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
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Wildfire Radio Octave | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo ~ Aged 5 years Binder: Sumatran Filler: Nicaraguan, Criollo 98, Corojo Ligero Size: 5.75 x 48 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $16.00 Date Released: July 2026 Quantity Released: Undisclosed (One and Done limited release) Factory: Tabacalera William… Read More ›
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Todd Rundgren & Rick Beato | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
This is only going to appeal to guys that love the roots of rock n roll all the way to the present. Rundgren is beautifully interviewed by Rick Beato. Todd is a down-to-earth explainer of his influence and how he… Read More ›
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Katman Rekap (2017) ~ Fable Cigars Fourth Prime | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Ligero Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.75 x 46 Gran Corona Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 in 2017 ~ $14.00 in 2026 Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Nica Sueño S.A. (Same factory that produces RoMa Craft Tobac’s… Read More ›
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Katman Rekap ~ Davidoff Winston Churchill Limited Edition 2025 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Mexican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 7 x 48 Churchill Strength: Medium Price: $49.00 Released: January 2025 Quantity Released: 18,000 Boxes of 10 My two cigars received 3 months of naked humidor time. THE WHOLE MEGILLAH: For a… Read More ›
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Filming an Eddie Munster Music Video | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
We had both sides of the 45 single recorded and I had passed the master recording on to the record company for pressing and distribution. We did the cover artwork and promo photos ourselves with the assistance of a real… Read More ›
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Buster Keaton’s Most Outrageous Stunts | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Most of you won’t know who Buster Keaton was. He has always been my favorite silent movie star. His stunts are legendary and so insane that it is nearly impossible to believe he actually pulled off risking his life to… Read More ›
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August Contest Begins Now | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
This month, 1 winner will receive: 20-Count box of Amar by AJ Fernandez Torito (6.5 x 50) ~ $214.00 Bad Day to Be a Cigar T-Shirt ~ $27.00 Cigar Page Tactical Sling Bag ~ $60.00 Total Value: $301.00 A big… Read More ›
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Krazy Katman’s Bargain Basement Vol. 6 ~ HVC La Decoración | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Habano 2000 / Ecuador Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua: Estelí, Jalapa Size: Toro (6 1/2 x 54) Strength: Medium → Full (last inch / nub) Body: Medium-Plus → Full (home stretch) Price: $12.90 Factory: Fábrica de Tabacos HVC S.A., Nicaragua… Read More ›
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Straphanger by Principle Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Dark Corojo Binder: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Filler: Dominican (3) Size: 6 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 Factory: Kelner Boutique, Dominican Republic THE WHOLE MEGILLAH: The cigar industry runs on gimmicks. Fancy boxes, flashy cigar bands,… Read More ›
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Katman Rekap ~ Liga Privada T52 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Stalk-Cut USA Connecticut Habano Binder: Brazilian Mata Fina Filler: Honduran, Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5 X 54 Robusto Body: Medium/Full Price: $17.83 Quantity Released: Regular Production I originally reviewed this cigar in 2014 when I was just a kid. Time… Read More ›
