Patina Maduro 2. Southern Draw Manzanita 3. Perdomo 10th Anniversary Sun Grown 4. Casdagli Cigars Daughters of the Wind Cremello 5. Black Label Trading Co. Santa Muerte 6. Isabela Transporter 7. Tatuaje Karloff 8. Plasencia Alma del Campo 9. Rocky… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Cubano Binder: PA Broadleaf Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Mild Price: $8.60 Today we take a look at the Rocky Patel Puro Cubano by Hamlet. BACKGROUND: Actually, I should rename this heading from Background… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian DesFlorada, Nicaraguan Habano Prieto Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.25 x 54 Double Perfecto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.95 Today we take a look at the Transporter from Isabela Cigar Company. BACKGROUND: From Johnny Piette of Isabela Cigars: “The… Read More ›
Wrapper: Habano Hybrid (undisclosed country origin) Binder: Habano (undisclosed country origin) Filler: Pelo D’Oro, Corojo ’99, Ligero (undisclosed country origin) Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $14.99 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Manzanita. BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan (Double Binder) Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.625 x 49 Grand Corona Strength: Medium Price: $13.00 Today we take a look at the Tatuaje Karloff. BACKGROUND: Released: October, 2020 Factory: My Father Cigars S.A. Cigars Released: 4,000… Read More ›
Wrapper: Cuban Binder: Cuban Filler: Cuban Size: 5 x 48 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Cuban El Rey del Mundo Choix Supreme (2018) I have not smoked one before this; or I just… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Mexican (Matacapan Negro de Temporal) Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega C-SG, Pueblo Nuevo Criollo, Estelí C-98 & Estelí Hybrid Ligero) Size: 5.25 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $12.45 Today we take a look at the Sobremesa Brûlée…. Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Rosado Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 54 Belicoso Fino Strength: Medium Price: $9.99 Today we take a look at the new Southern Draw Firethorn Augusta. Samples were provided by Robert Holt. BACKGROUND: Factory:… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano, Mexican San Andrés Binder: Indonesian Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $13.00 Today we take a look at the Powstanie Wojtek War Bear 2020. This is the second year this blend has been… Read More ›
I have never reviewed a TV show in my life. But I’m friggin’ bored. I tried smoking a stick today and got 1″ in before feeling unwell as my flu just ain’t over yet…getting there…very close…but no cigar. So I’m… Read More ›
DECEMBER 19, 2020 – Happy Anniversary Sharon. Austin, TX — The Southern Draw Cigars family have commissioned the AJ Fernandez Cigar Co. to produce our contemporary blend cigar, a humble effort to share the legacy of Traditional Tobacco, that is… Read More ›
If you were born in the 60’s or earlier, you remember the day that John Lennon was murdered. I was 30 in December, 1980. I had just gotten home from an all night session at my recording studio in Long… Read More ›
Here, through the courtesy of “All Things Cigars,” is a fascinating interview with Dr. Rod Kurthy…the owner of ThePerfecSmoke.com web site that sells the PerfecDraw draw adjustment tool and other invaluable cigar accessories. Dr. Rod is my brother from another… Read More ›
PRESS RELEASE Where the luxury, elegance and tradition meet LES FINES LAMES x Casdagli Cigars The French cigar accessory maker LES FINES LAMES and the boutique cigar producer Casdagli Cigars introduce their first collaboration: Le PETIT Villa Casdagli Limited Edition…. Read More ›
I’m writing in moments of clarity that happen a few times per day. I’m still sick and cannot smoke a cigar. I believe I am improving but it is in such small increments that it is difficult to see the… Read More ›
I needed to watch a video I hadn’t seen, for good reasons, in 10 years. In it, is documentation of a skydiving accident gone tragically wrong. I took a gig in Fremont, Ca. The southern tip of the San Francisco… Read More ›
There is a national Stanley Steemer TV commercial airing at this time that is just blanketing the airwaves. It celebrates the holidays and shows portraits of families enjoying Christmas and Hanukkah. Since I am stuck at home, like a lot… Read More ›
Austin, Texas – Southern Draw Cigars, the growing hand-made premium cigar brand, debuts a brand campaign featuring a new logo and product offering known as the Firethorn – Augusta. As a U.S. Veteran family-owned and operated business, the new Firethorn… Read More ›
Today the woman who stuck with me through thick and thin turned 70. A wonderful day was had by all. Since I only get laid every other birthday and every third anniversary, I’m hoping to get lucky tonight. We ate… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 58 Gordo Strength: Medium Price: $19.00 ($2 less online) Today we take a look at the Plasencia Alma del Campo. The stick was gifted to me. It received a 90 rating… Read More ›
Wrapper: Sumatran Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Stolen Throne Call to Arms. Samples were provided by Stolen Throne Cigars. BACKGROUND: Limited regular production. According to… Read More ›
Southern Draw Cigars, makers of the award-winning Jacobs Ladder and Brimstone blends of cigars, have released two new “Brimstone” expressions, as part of their Fall Release Collection. Using a toothy USA grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf maduro wrapper and binder and select… Read More ›
NEW Fraternal Order – debuts at Cigars International – Virtual CIGARFest 2020 October 13, 2020 – Austin, Texas Southern Draw Cigars and Cigars International today announces the release of two NEW sizes of Fraternal Order White (Lancero) and Fraternal Order… Read More ›
Congratulations to Christopher Petersen. He got the number of Skittles right on the head: 401 I used an entire 16oz bag of Skittles to fill the Stolen Throne ashtray. I’ve sent him an email and he has 24 hours to… Read More ›
I woke up old man stiff this morning. Yesterday’s adrenaline took a toll on me last night with every muscle in the lock down position. Today, I feel like I over did it by dead lifting 500lbs. I was the… Read More ›
Here is a giant ass piece of solid wood that is a gorgeous ashtray just waiting for you to fondle. This has been made possible through the courtesy of Stolen Throne Cigars. All you have to do is guess the… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.75 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Rocky Patel Cigar Smoking World Championship. I bought a couple sticks… Read More ›
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.50 Today we take a look at the Yagua by J.C. Newman Cigars. I bought my sticks from a local B&M. These aren’t easy to… Read More ›
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Connecticut Shade Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran, Dominican Size: 5 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.49 ($1.50 less online) Today we take a look at the new CAO Bones. Samples provided by General Cigar. I’ve had the cigars… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano (Cuban Seed) Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.625 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.50 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the La Aroma de Cuba Edicion Especial 2020. Bought a few… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan (Double Binder) Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 55 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Surrogates AKC by L’Atelier Imports. I’ve been training at a new cigar lounge gig and… Read More ›
I’m a lifelong Democrat. But I’m not a Libtard. And while it is politically incorrect to support the cops, I’m all in. My son in law, as well as his partners on Tactical, are amazing humans who have never once… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown (Cuban seed, Barrel aged 10 months) Binder: Nicaraguan (Cuban seed) Filler: Nicaraguan (Cuban seed) Size: 5 x 54 Robusto (Soft Box Press) Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.25 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Grande Strength: Medium Price: $9.20 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Esteban Carreras Unforgiven. I bought samples from a local B&M. I only… Read More ›
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade (USA) Binder: Peruvian Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.625 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $6.30 Today we take a look at the 300 Hands Connecticut. Samples were provided by Southern Draw 9 months ago. Yes, there… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Box Pressed Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.50 MSRP (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the 2012 by Oscar Maduro. The cigar has rested for… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $9.99 Today we take a look at the Jas Sum Kral Fuck the FDA. Samples were gifted to me by Skip Haynes. BACKGROUND: Regular… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaragua Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto “Rondo” Strength: Medium Price: $12.70 MSRP ($11.40 online) I paid $8 per stick in a fiver online. Today we take a look at the Aging Room Pura Cepa…. Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut/Nicaraguan Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Ignite Barber Pole Rothschild. Samples were provided by Robert and Sharon Holt. I’ve had these… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.75 x 54 Box Pressed Perfecto Strength: Full Price: $32.50 Today we go Unicorn diving with the 2008 Padrón Serie 1926 80 Years Maduro. This was a gift from buddy, Skip Haynes. He… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $8.00 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the 2020 Villiger San’Doro Colorado. Snagged a 5 pack online a couple months ago…. Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo Shade Grown Maduro (Jalapa) Binder: Aganorsa, Nicaraguan Filler: Aganorsa, Nicaraguan Size: 4.75 x 70 Perfecto “El Loco” Strength: Full Price: $10.00 ($1.00-$2.00 less online) Today we take a look at the JFR Lunatic Loco Perfecto. Picked up… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, USA Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $6.95 Today we take a look at the Sinistro Mr. Red The cigars have been marinating naked in my humidor for two… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés, Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $6.00 Today we take a look at Cigar Federation’s PUNK ROCK. I’ve had samples marinating in my humidor for over 6 months. BACKGROUND: This… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Semilla 192 Filler: Multi-Country Blend Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Ventura Cigars Case Study 03. I bought a fiver online. BACKGROUND: From Ventura… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 54 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $9.50 Today we take a look at the 2016 Viaje Exclusivo Reserva. The blend first arrived on the market in 2010. Each year, a new… Read More ›
Wrapper: Candela & Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the 2012 by Oscar Barber Pole. The blend was originally designed for a single… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 50 Robusto (Box pressed) Strength: Medium Price: $7.75 ($4.75 online…already in the clearance aisle after two years on the market) Today we take a look at the… Read More ›
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, Peruvian Size: 6 x 52 Strength: Medium Price: $15.50 by the box. $17 by the five pack. Today we take a look at the Casdagli Cigars Basilica C #1 Maduro. This is… Read More ›
Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca Binder: Indonesian Filler: Colombian, Dominican Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $6.89 (More than a buck less online) Today we take a look at the Macanudo Inspirado Green. I’ve had the cigars cooking naked in… Read More ›
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.80 Today we take a look at the Joya de Nicaragua Joya Copper. BACKGROUND: From Halfwheel.com (11-12-2019): “Joya de Nicaragua has announced that the fifth line… Read More ›
I’ve been a nervous Nellie for a bit and not paying attention to my reviews. It is now fait accompli. My daughter Katie and her husband Officer Hawk had our second grand baby yesterday…July 10, 2020. 8lbs 8oz, 20 in… Read More ›
Wrapper: Honduran (Copan) Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $9.50 Today we take a look at the Oscar Valladares Wild Hunter Maduro. BACKGROUND: Regular production From Atlantic Cigar: “New for 2019 from rising star… Read More ›
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Full Price: $10.95 Today we take a look at the La Familia Robaiña Ilegal Maduro. BACKGROUND: Regular production. From Cigar Dojo (December 10, 2019): “La Familia… Read More ›
