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Bellas Artes Maduro by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan Estelí Size: 6 x 48 Short Churchill ~ Box Pressed Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.80 (Paid $6 each on Cigar Page) Today we take a look at the Bellas Artes Maduro… Read More ›
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Crowned Heads Juárez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $6.95 Today we take a look at the Crowned Heads Juárez. BACKGROUND: Factory: Tabacalera Pichardo Released December 2018 Regular production According to Halfwheel.com… Read More ›
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Black Label Trading Co. Santa Muerte 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaragua, Dominican, Mexican San Andrés Size: 5.5 x 48 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Black Label Trading Co. Santa Muerte 2019. Many thanks to buddy,… Read More ›
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The New PerfecPak by PerfecDraw | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Dr. Rod Kurthy has come up with the perfect cigar accessory carry along. The schmuck that I am, I always end up stuffing my cigar stuff into the pockets in my jeans or coat…and then getting home and find I’m… Read More ›
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Southern Draw CEDRUS Lancero to Debut at TPE 2020 Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Press Release from Southern Draw Cigars: Southern Draw Cigars to reveal the CEDRUS Lancero at TPE 2020 Cigars Southern Draw Cigars announces NO price increases for 2020! The love of lanceros, those long, thin cigars is nothing new for the… Read More ›
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Brick House Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.25 x 60 Mighty Mighty Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.40 (Can be had for as low as $6.75 online) Today we take a look at the Brick House Maduro. Samples were provided by… Read More ›
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A Major Shift In Cigar Convention Policy by Cigar Industry | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
From Cigar Aficionado 1-10-2020: “Major Cigar Companies Pull out of PCA Trade Show” “Four of the biggest companies in the premium cigar business will not be attending the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show this summer. Among the absent will… Read More ›
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Fratello The Texan | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian HVA Binder: Sumatran Filler: Dominican Piloto Cubano Ligero, Dominican Andullo, Nicaraguan Estelï, Pennsylvanian Ligero Size: 7.125 x 58 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.00 Today we take a look at the Fratello The Texan. I bought a fiver from Cigar… Read More ›
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Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa Filler: Nicaraguan Condega & Estelï, Pennsylvania, USA Size: 6.5 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc Habano. I bought a fiver from Cigar… Read More ›
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Tabernacle Havana Seed CT #142 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: U.S.A. Connecticut Havana Seed CT #142 Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Honduran Jamastran, Nicaraguan Estelí & Jalapa) Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.75 Today we take a look at the Tabernacle Havana Seed CT #142. Bought… Read More ›
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La Palina Paley’s Vault | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 ($6.00 online) Today We take a look at the La Palina Paley’s Vault. I won a fiver on Cbid for $12.50 ($2.50 per stick)….Uh-oh…. Read More ›
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Protocol Confidential Informant (Exclusive) | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 52 Box Pressed Toro Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $8.50 Today we take a look at the Protocol Confidential Informant. Thanks to Alexander Gougher at Cigars International for the samples. BACKGROUND: Production:… Read More ›
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Ramon Allones by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Medio-Tiempo Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99, Jalapa, Criollo ’98, Condega, Hybrid Estelí, Pueblo Nuevo Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Full Price: $13.00 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at… Read More ›
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Isabela Cigar Time-Traveler 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Des Florada, Aged Nicaraguan Habano (Double aged Nicaraguan Habano picked “Prieto”…”Extra Dark and Powerful and aged down”) Binder: Nicaraguan Aged Media Tiempo Filler: Nicaraguan Aged Media Tiempo – a sliver of Nicaraguan unripe Ligero…a sliver of Nicaraguan Corojo… Read More ›
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Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.125 x 42 Corona Strength: Medium Price: $8.75 Today we take a look at the Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper. I’ve had it since it was released in September; or about 3… Read More ›
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New ISABELA Time-Traveler Holidays 2019 Release | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
The Isabela Cigar Co. Press Release: “Isabela Cigar Company is ecstatic, as our long-awaited and by far most sought after Ltd Release, the ISABELA Time-Traveler, is dropping December 13th 2019!! The Time-Traveler is the truest “Journey” of a cigar, blended… Read More ›
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First Look ~ Cubariqueño Announces Protocol ‘Confidential Informant’ | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Cubariqueño Announces Protocol ‘Confidential Informant’ in a joint venture with Cigars International. They have been released to the Cigars International Super Stores. You need to reach out to a friend that lives near the locations and snag a favor. A… Read More ›
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Oscar Valladares Super Fly | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Honduran Filler: Dominican, Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 X 54 Toro Strength: Full Price: $10.50 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Oscar Valladares Super Fly. A gift from a friend and… Read More ›
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AJ Fernandez Rosa de Guadalupe | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 56 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.00 I got a box of 20 on Cbid for $63.50 or $3.18 each. Today we take a look at the AJ Fernandez Rosa… Read More ›
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Katman’s Top 25 Cigars for 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
2019 was a good year for cigars…and cigar smokers. Southern Draw continues putting out immaculate cigars. Yes, I’m a fanboy of Southern Draw. Robert Holt just nails what my palate loves. It is uncanny how the Holts have been able… Read More ›
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Sir Robert Peel Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Box Pressed Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.95 Today we take a look at the Protocol Sir Robert Peel Maduro. Thank you to Juan Cancel for the samples. These sticks… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Kudzu Lustrum | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano ~ Medio Tiempo Binder: Nicaraguan Ometepe Filler: Nicaraguan Vintage Proprietary Size: 5.5 x 52 Belicoso Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.99 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Kudzu Lustrum. I’ve allowed my Lustrums to meditate, naked,… Read More ›
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CAO Orellana | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Cubra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Colombian, Dominican, Brazil ~ Bragança, Fuma em Corda Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.99 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the CAO Orellana. I got a fiver… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Desert Rose | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Cloud Grown Claro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Ligero, Dominican Piloto Cubano Ligero Size: 5.5 x 52 Belicoso Strength: Medium Price: $11.99 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Desert Rose. Factory: AJ Fernandez Cigar… Read More ›
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Trinidad Espiritu | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.90 Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Today we take a look at the Trinidad Espiritu. I’m back after over 4 weeks of a virus compounded by the… Read More ›
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Pony Express ~ Limited Edition Daughter of the Wind by Casdagli Cigars ~ Press Release | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Small Batch Cigar in collaboration with Casdagli Cigars launches limited edition cigar based on the Daughters of the Wind Line. The new blend is called “Pony Express”, a nod to fast shipping and fantastic service provided by Small Batch. It… Read More ›
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I Can’t Quit You Baby | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Nov. 16 Finally, after 28 days of this bastard having me by the throat, it’s over. What a ride. Don’t wish this on anyone. Need a few days to regain my palate and off we go. Thanks for your support…. Read More ›
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Bombay Tobak M.Esteli | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican (Piloto Cubano), Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 54 Strength: Medium Price: $6.95 Today we take a look at the Bombay Tobak M.Esteli. BACKGROUND: According to Cigar Aficionado (August 30, 2019): “Bombay Tobak, best… Read More ›
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New BlendLab YY-4550 by AJ Fernandez from Cigars International | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatran Oscuro (Aged 4 Years) Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Nicaraguan Ligero Size: 4.5 x 50 Strength: Full Price: $3.50 in bundles of 20 for $69.99 Today we take a look at the brand new BlendLab YY-4550 by AJ… Read More ›
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Menelik by Foundation Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 (Jalapa) Filler: Nicaraguan (Estelí, Condega and Jalapa) Size: 4.5 x 52 Strength: Full Price: $13.00 ($12.00 online) Today we take a look at the Menelik by Foundation Cigar Co. Bought a fiver… Read More ›
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CAO Session | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Dominican Vega Especial Filler: Nicaraguan Estelí, Dominican Piloto Cubano Size: 5.25 x 54 Strength: Full Price: $8.59 Today we take a look at the CAO Session. Samples provided by General Cigar. OK. So, I’m the last… Read More ›
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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 Today we take a look at the Daughters of the Wind Dahman by Casdagli Cigars. Samples provided by Casdagli Cigars. They are a… Read More ›
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Diamond Crown Black Diamond | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Havana Seed Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 4.5 x 54 Strength: Medium Price: $17.25 (Around $2.00 less online) Today we take a look at the Diamond Crown Black Diamond. I bought a fiver. BACKGROUND: Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente… Read More ›
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H. Upmann Hispaniola by Jose Menendez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Dominican Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican (Andullo and Pilotico) Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.50 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the H. Upmann Hispaniola By Jose Mendez. I bought a… Read More ›
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Camacho Corojo Distillery Edition | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Corojo Ligero Binder: Honduran Barrel-Aged Corojo & Corojo Ligero Filler: Honduran Corojo Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.50 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Camacho Corojo Distillery Edition. Samples provided… Read More ›
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Protocol Probable Cause | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 7.5 x 38 Lancero Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the Protocol Probable Cause. Samples provided by Juan Cancel. The cigar has been reviewed many times… Read More ›
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AJ Fernandez Dias De Gloria | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 48 Short Churchill Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the AJ Fernandez Días De Gloria. I bought a fiver. BACKGROUND: According to Tobacco Business: “The cigar… Read More ›
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CAO Flathead V19 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Connecticut Habano Filler: Dominican (Piloto Cubano), Nicaraguan (Estelí, Condega, & Jalapa) Size: 5.5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.99 Today we take a look at the CAO Flathead V19. Samples were provided by General Cigar. BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Jacob’s Ladder Brimstone | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf USA Binder: Pennsylvania Broadleaf USA Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican (Triple Ligero) Size: 6 x 56 Perfecto Strength: Full Price: $11.99 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Jacob’s Ladder Brimstone. Samples provided by Robert Holt. After… Read More ›
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Rojas Statement Habano Cigar Federation Exclusive | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Habano (?) Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 46 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Rojas Statement HABANO Cigar Federation Exclusive. Bought a fiver. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Federation: “Noel Rojas is like one… Read More ›
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Viaje 10 Plus Two And A Half Red | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Filler: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98, Corojo ‘99 Size: 6 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $14.48 Today we take a look at the Viaje 10 Plus Two And A Half Red. BACKGROUND: According to… Read More ›
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Protocol Sir Robert Peel ~ Natural | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Rosado Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.95 Today we take a look at the Protocol Sir Robert Peel Natural. Thanks to Juan Cancel for samples. BACKGROUND: Regular production From Cigar Dojo:… Read More ›
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Partagas Limited Reserve Decadas 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Cameroon Binder: Honduran San Augustin Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.5 x 49 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $14.99 (Around $12.00 online) Today we take a look at the Partagas Limited Reserve Decadas 2019. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Journal: “Partagas returns with… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Private Blend Connecticut #1 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 7.5 x 50 Double Corona Strength: Medium Price: $11.69 (Can be had for $10 online) Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Private Blend Connecticut #1. Samples provided by Southern… Read More ›
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“…So Sorry, Uncle Albert” | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
The 1966 photo above has nothing to do with anything. I’ve been fighting a summer cold for two weeks now and if I can’t breathe, I can’t review. You become a senior citizen, like 4 of my readers, and your… Read More ›
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A Story… | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
I’ve been fighting a head cold for a week and haven’t been able to review. So, here comes Chapter 4 from my other blog called “Blue Star Adjustments.” I wrote all 18 chapters in one sitting in 2012. I never… Read More ›
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Value Spotlight ~ Blackbird Raven Cubra | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Binder: Dominican Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99, Criollo ’98, Pennsylvania Broadleaf Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.00 Today we take a look at the Blackbird Raven Cubra. Bought a fiver from Cigar Federation. BACKGROUND: From Cigar… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Private Blend #3 Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Brazilian, Nicaraguan, Ecuadorian Size: 7.5 x 50 Double Corona Strength: Medium Price: $11.69 (Can be had for $10 online) Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Private Blend #3 Habano. Samples were provided… Read More ›
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Camacho Scorpion Sun Grown | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $6.55 MSRP (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Camacho Scorpion Sun Grown. I’m reviewing this cigar because… Read More ›
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FQ Proper Toro Gordo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Honduran Filler: Connecticut Broadleaf, Honduran Size: 6 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.00 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the FQ Proper Toro Gordo. BACKGROUND: Factory: Nicaragua American Cigars S.A According… Read More ›
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Gurkha Château De Privé | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Desflorado Binder: Dominican Olor Filler: Dominican Size: 6 x 46 Rook Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $10.00 ($8.00 if you shop around online) Today we take a look at the Gurkha Château De Privé. BACKGROUND: Factory: PDR Cigars According to… Read More ›
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Micallef Grande Bold Nicaragua | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 (654N) Strength: Full Price: $8.99 Today We take a look at the Micallef Grande Bold Nicaragua. Everyone and his brother have already reviewed this 2018 release. So, in Katman… Read More ›
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Crowned Heads Le Careme Belicosos Finos LE 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: USA Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 52 Strength: Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Crowned Heads Le Careme Belicosos Finos LE 2019. Thanks to my bud, Ken Glass. BACKGROUND: According… Read More ›
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Viaje Hamaki Omakase | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Undisclosed Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.89 Today we take a look at the Viaje Hamaki Omakase. Thanks to Jayson Oertel. This is a limited-edition release but I found several online stores… Read More ›
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Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 X 46 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.50 (I found the price $1.57 less at Atlantic Cigar) Today we take a look at the Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2019. BACKGROUND: According to… Read More ›
