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Kristoff Ligero Maduro from PCC | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Maduro Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Honduran Size: 7.5 x 40 Lancero Body: Medium/Full Price: Included in the Privada Cigar Club COTM Today we take a look at the Kristoff Ligero Maduro from Privada Cigar Club. It has been… Read More ›
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Isabela Cigar Co. Sparkle Robusto | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut DesFlorada Binder: Double-aged Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.95 Today we take a look at the Isabela Sparkle Robusto. Samples were provided by Prime Cigar, Brookfield Wisconsin. BACKGROUND: From the Isabela… Read More ›
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Viaje Exclusivo Nicaragua Leaded | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Full Price: $9.20 Today we take a look at the Viaje Exclusivo Nicaragua Leaded. Samples provided by Tyler Jeffery at Havana Lounge and Cigar in West… Read More ›
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Alec Bradley Magic Toast | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Binder: Nicaraguan, Honduran Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Full Price: $8.95 Today we take a look at the Alec Bradley Magic Toast. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Aficionado: Alec Bradley Cigar Co. recently announced they were… Read More ›
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Perdomo Habano Barrel-Aged Sun Grown | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown (Aged in Bourbon Barrels for 10 Months) Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan (4 Year Aged Condega, 5 Year Aged Jalapa, 6 Year Aged Esteli) Size: 6 x 54 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.50 ($5.38 at Atlantic Cigar)… Read More ›
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Caldwell Eastern Standard Sungrown | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Hybrid Mexican/Habano Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Dominican, Mexican Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $10.50 (Can be found for a buck less if you shop around) Today we take a look at the Caldwell Eastern Standard Sungrown BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
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Fratello Navetta Inverso | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.875 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.50 (a buck less online) Today we take a look at the Fratello Navetta Inverso. These sticks have been marinating, in their… Read More ›
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The Katman’s Top 15 Cigars of 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
You ask why I only list 15 cigars instead of the normal 25? Because my health issues throughout the year only allowed around 110 reviews. So, paring it down to only 15 made more sense. I included some limited editions… Read More ›
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Espinosa Wasabi | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Candela with Habano cap Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5.5 x 52 Robusto Extra Box Press Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.95 Today we take a look at the Espinosa Wasabi ~ 2018 Thanks to Aaron Hamamoto for the sticks. A… Read More ›
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My Father La Gran Oferta | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Rosado Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $7.80 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the My Father La Gran Oferta. I’ve had my samples simmering in my… Read More ›
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“Zookies” Cannabis Guest Review | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Strain: Zookies Type: 50% Sativa / 50% Indica (Hybrid) Parent Strains: Gorilla Glue #4 and Animal Cookies Bred by: Alien Labs Price per gram: $13.00-$15 per gram Purchased from: Broccoli Barrel Delivery ~ San Jose, CA Before anyone gets self-righteous… Read More ›
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Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 Diadema Strength: Medium/Full Price: $19.99 Today we take a look at the Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas. Had these tucked away naked for several months. BACKGROUND: Release Date: August 2018… Read More ›
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Patina Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan & Pennsylvanian Size: 6 x 46 Strength: Medium Price: $9.95 Today we take a look at the Patina Habano. Tyler Jeffery at Havana Lounge and Cigar in West Allis, WI (414-258-8219 ~ Mention… Read More ›
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2018 Isabela Cigars Shape-Shifter | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut/ Nicaraguan Habano Prieto Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Pennsylvanian Ligero Size: 6.5 x 42 Strength: Medium Price: $8.95 Today we take a look at the 2018 Isabela Cigars Shape-Shifter. Samples were provided by Isabela Cigar Co. BACKGROUND: Released… Read More ›
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CONTEST WINNER! | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Thanks to everyone that participated in the giveaway of the PerfecDraw cigar poker and tool plus the PerfecRepair cigar glue and repair. As reported earlier, Dr. Rod Kurthy was awarded Best Cigar Accessory 2018 by Cigar Journal on September 21… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Pony (Robusto) | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian HVA Binder: Ecuadorian Criollo ‘98 Filler: Nicaraguan, Ecuadorian, Dominican Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $9.25 Today we take a look at the Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Pony (Robusto). Samples were provided by Bespoke… Read More ›
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December Contest! Win PerfecDraw Cigar Poker and PerfecRepair Cigar Glue | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
As you know, if you read me on a regular basis, our friend Dr. Rod Kurthy (Perfec Cigar Solutions) won the international, all encompassing cigar/cigar accessories competition sponsored by iconic European magazine “Cigar Journal” the “Best Cigar Accessory 2018”: the… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Calico | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian HVA Binder: Costa Rican Puriscal – from the factory’s farm Blend: Dominican Caramelo, Peruvian Pinar from the same farm that supplies Bespoke with the Peruvian Pelo de Oro. Size: 6.125 x 52 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $18.00 Today we… Read More ›
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Campesino Reserva Del Padre | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Havana Vuelta Abajo 2013 Binder: Dominican Criollo 98 Filler: Habano 2020 Viso, Criollo 98 Viso, Habano 2020 Medio Tiempo, Criollo 98 Ligero Size: 5.5 x 54 Strength: Full Price: $12.00 It’s been brought to my attention that a… Read More ›
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Joya de Nicaragua Silver | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Oscuro Binder: Mexican Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.25 x 42 Corona Strength: Medium Price: $6.30 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Joya de Nicaragua Silver. Smoked one stick prior to review. BACKGROUND: Factory: Fabrica… Read More ›
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Black Label Trading Company 2018 Bishops Blend | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Maduro Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaraguan, Connecticut, Pennsylvania Broadleaf Size: 6.25 x 46 Corona Larga Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.50 Today we take a look at the Black Label Trading Company 2018 Bishops Blend. Two Samples were provided… Read More ›
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Liberation by Hamlet | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 6.5 x 55 Strength: Medium Price: $11.10 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Liberation by Hamlet. I smoked one stick prior to this review. BACKGROUND: Released:… Read More ›
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2018 Nica Puro Diamond Rough Cut | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.25 x 54 Strength: Full Price: $9.13 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the 2018 Nica Puro Diamond Rough Cut. Smoked two cigars previous to review. BACKGROUND: From Cigar… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Cedrus “The Hogan” | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Indonesia (Sumatra Besuki TBN) Binder: Nicaragua (Habano 2000 Estelï) Filler: Dominican Republic (Piloto Cubano Viso) & Nicaragua (Criollo 98 Viso Estelí, Nicaraguan Habano 92 Quilali and Nicaraguan Corojo 99 Ligero Jalapa) Size: 5.5 x 52 Belicoso Strength: Medium Price:… Read More ›
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Long Live the King MAD MF | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Indonesian Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, U.S.A Pennsylvanian Size: 5.75 x 43 Corona Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.40 MSRP Today we take a look at the Long Live the King MAD MF. As you’ve probably surmised, the secondary… Read More ›
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Aganorsa Leaf Signature Selection | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Rosado Claro Corojo ’99 (Jalapa) Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 Filler: Nicaragua Criollo ’98, Corojo ’99, Medio Tiempo Size: 6 x 44 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 MSRP Photo courtesy of Cigar Aficionado: Today we take a look… Read More ›
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Value Spotlight ~ El Borracho by Dapper Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican / San Andrés Natural / San Andrés de los Perros S.A. de C.V. Binder: Nicaraguan /Jalapa / Cofradía / Habano Rosado / Oliva Tobacco Co Filler: Nicaraguan Estelí (La Joya, Oliva Tobacco Co), Jalapa (Cofradía, Oliva Tobacco, (Ligero,… Read More ›
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CONTEST WINNER! | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Thanks to everyone that participated in the giveaway of the PerfecDraw cigar poker and tool plus the PerfecRepair cigar glue and repair.As reported earlier, Dr. Rod Kurthy was awarded Best Cigar Accessory 2018 by Cigar Journal on September 21. The… Read More ›
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Perez-Carrillo Encore | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.125 x 52 Torpedo Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.25 ($2.00 cheaper online) Today we take a look at the Perez-Carrillo Encore. I checked and only found 3 reviews of this cigar. A cigar that… Read More ›
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Crux Limitada IPCPR 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Engañoso Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Box Pressed Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.99 Today we take a look at the Crux Limitada IPCPR 2018. Thanks to Lee Holt for the samples. BACKGROUND: From Halfwheel.com:… Read More ›
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New Contest! Win PerfecDraw Cigar Poker and PerfecRepair Cigar Glue | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
As you know if you read me on a regular basis, our friend Dr. Rod Kurthy, won the worldwide, all encompassing cigar competition sponsored by iconic European magazine “Cigar Journal” as its Best Cigar Accessory 2018: the PerfecDraw cigar poker… Read More ›
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Partagas Legend | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Honduran Olancho San Agustin Filler: Dominican Piloto Cubano Size: 6.5 x 48 Strength: Full Price: $10.00 ($12.49 MSRP) Today we take a look at the Partagas Legend. Thank you, Charles “Mossad Matzoh Ball” Lim. BACKGROUND: From… Read More ›
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MBombay Gaaja | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Hybrid (Connecticut Desflorado & Mejorado 2004) Binder: Ecuadorian HVA Mejorado Seco Filler: Dominican HVA Mejorado Ligero, Dominican Criollo 98 Viso, Ecuadorian Criollo 98 Viso, Peruvian Hybrid Habano, Paraguayan Hybrid Habano 2000 Viso Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength:… Read More ›
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PerfecDraw ~ 2018 Best Cigar Accessory | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Congratulations to our friend, Dr. Rod Kurthy, for walking away from the Cigar Journal 2018 Cigar Trophy competition with a win for Best Cigar Accessory. The ceremony occurred in Dortmund, Germany on September 21. Cigar Journal is the premier European… Read More ›
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The T. Connecticut by Caldwell, AJ Fernandez, Booth | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 54 Double Robusto Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $11.80 Today we take a look at The T. Connecticut by Caldwell, AJ Fernandez, Booth. A gift from buddy Charles Lim. This is a… Read More ›
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Black Label Trading Company Morphine 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 42 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the Black Label Trading Company Morphine 2018. Thanks to my buddy Charles Lim for thinking of me…. Read More ›
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Crafted by Jaime Garcia from Santa Clara Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Rosado Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.00 MSRP ($1.00 less online) Today we take a look at the Crafted by Jaime Garcia from Santa Clara Cigars. Thanks to dear friend… Read More ›
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Patoro Serie P | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 5.125 x 54 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Patoro Serie P. I bought a pair from Havana Lounge and Cigar. BACKGROUND: From Neptune Cigars: “Patoro Cigars… Read More ›
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Whipped Cream by Cigar Federation | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $5.00 Today we take a look at the Whipped Cream by Cigar Federation. At the time of this review, CF still has 72 cigars left. BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
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Aladino Corojo Reserva | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Corojo Binder: Honduran Corojo Filler: Honduran Corojo Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Full Price: $12.00 Today we take a look at the Aladino Corojo Reserva. I got a couple (Pre-release ~ July) from Havana Lounge and Cigar… Read More ›
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Aganorsa Leaf Connecticut 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan (Aganorsa) Filler: Nicaraguan (Aganorsa) Size: 5.25 x 50 Robusto ~ Box Pressed Strength: Medium Price: $6.70 Today we take a look at Aganorsa Leaf Connecticut 2018. I got a pair at Havana Cigar and Lounge… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Cigars 300 Hands Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Cameroon Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 7 x 48 Churchill Strength: Medium Price: $6.49 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Cigars 300 Hands Habano. Samples were provided by Robert and Sharon Holt. BACKGROUND: From Cigar… Read More ›
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Flatbed Cigar Company Track 7 2:46 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Arapiraca Maduro Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Ligero & Seco, Nicaraguan Ligero Size: 5 x 60 Box Press Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.50 Today we take a look at the Flatbed Cigar Company Track 7 2:46. I bought a 4 pack… Read More ›
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Viaje Exclusivo Leaded Collector’s Edition 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 56 Perfecto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.50 Today we take a look at the Viaje Exclusivo Leaded Collector’s Edition 2018. Most online stores are out of stock except for those still selling… Read More ›
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CONTEST IS OVER! Free PerfecDraw Cigar Poker and PerfecRepair Glue | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
We have a winner from Jim Manuel: “The thing sells itself! Hell, with your glowing testimonies, it’s inconceivable anyone who’s read your reviews and is at least partly in touch with their Freudian psychoanalysis of relating to or denoting a… Read More ›
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Four Kicks Maduro Limited Edition Lancero 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 7.5 x 38 Lancero Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Four Kicks Maduro Limited Edition Lancero 2018. Once again, thanks to Ty-Ty Jeffery from Havana Lounge and… Read More ›
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Emilio Grimalkin 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.80 Today we take a look at the Emilio Grimalkin 2018. Many thanks to Tyler Jeffery at Havana Lounge and Cigar. BACKGROUND: Released: May, 2018 Regular… Read More ›
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Illusione OneOff | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.375 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $14.95 MSRP Today we take a look at the Illusione OneOff. BACKGROUND: Released: June 2018 Regular Production From Halfwheel.com: “Originally launched in the early 2000s… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Gran Mareva Gold | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, Peruvian Size: 5.5 x 42 Strength: Medium Price: $13.33 by a box of 15 / $14.00 in 5 pack Today we take a look at the Bespoke Cigars Gran Mareva Gold. Many thanks… Read More ›
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Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.625 x 46 LC46 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.95 Today we take a look at the Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2018. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington… I reviewed the 2014, 2015, 2016,… Read More ›
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Camaleon Huevo de Oro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: HVA Binder: Criollo ’98 Filler: Corojo 2020 Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.70 Today we take a look at the Camaleon Huevo de Oro. A gift from John P. I’ve had a couple sticks in my… Read More ›
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Steampunk by Cigar Federation | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Belicoso Strength: Full Price: $6.00 Today we take a look at the Steampunk by Cigar Federation. Thanks to reader Aaron Dixson for the cigars. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Federation: “Steampunk is… Read More ›
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Montecristo Artisan Series L.E. Batch 2 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Thank you, thank you… Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Indonesian Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, Colombian Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $18.00 Everywhere…Except at Holt’s Sale: $6.00 Photo courtesy of Montecristo: Today we take a look at the Montecristo Artisan Series… Read More ›
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Death of a Milwaukee Police Officer
Last month, a 22 year old Milwaukee police officer was killed in a car chase pursuit. Today at 5:00 PM, officers were serving a gun and drug warrant when they were met by the suspect at his house and gun… Read More ›
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Value Spotlight ~ Indomina by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 ~ Toro Strength: Medium Price: $4.50 from Famous Smoke only Photo courtesy of Famous Smoke: Today we take a look at the Indomina by AJ Fernandez…. Read More ›
