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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 ›
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La Gloria Cubana Spanish Press | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Brazilian Mata Fina, Dominican Olor & Piloto Cubano, Nicaraguan Jalapa Size: 5.5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $6.29 MSRP Today we take a look at the La Gloria Cubana Spanish Press…. Read More ›
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Southern Draw Fraternal Order ‘Black’ | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 7 x 60 Gran Gordo Strength: Really Full Price: $10.25 ($9.75 bought in a 10-count bundle) Today we take a look at the new Southern Draw Fraternal Order ‘Black’ Samples… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Fraternal Order ‘White’ | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian, Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.75 Today we take a look at the new Southern Draw Fraternal Order ‘White’ Samples were provided by Cigars International. BACKGROUND: Factory: Tabacalera A.J…. Read More ›
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Isabela Cigars PepperHead 2019 Ltd. Edition | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Undisclosed Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5.5 x 42 Corona Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 by the 5 pack/$7.56 by the 25-count box Today we take a look at the new Isabela PepperHead 2019 Ltd. Edition. Samples were provided by… Read More ›
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Espinosa Laranja Reserva Escuro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 46 Corona Larga Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Espinosa Laranja Reserva Escuro. Bought a fiver. BACKGROUND: According to Cigar Aficionado (April 11, 2019):… Read More ›
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Stolen Throne Crook of the Crown | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: 10-year San Andrés Maduro Binder: Indonesian Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the Stolen Throne Crook of the Crown. Samples provided by Stolen Throne Cigars Co. BACKGROUND: According… Read More ›
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La Flor de Cano Foundry | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Piloto Cubano Binder: Dominican Filler: Honduran, Mexican, Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $6.75 MSRP ($3.00-$4.00 @ Cigar Page) Today we take a look at the La Flor de Cano Foundry. I bought a fiver from… Read More ›
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Cohiba Connecticut | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Brazilian Mata Fina, Dominican Piloto Cubano, Dominican Olor and Nicaraguan (Jalapa) Size: 5.5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $19.99 ($16.80 online) Today we take a look at the Cohiba Connecticut. Samples… Read More ›
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Henry Clay War Hawk | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Honduran Criollo ‘98 Size: 5 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.52 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Henry Clay War Hawk. BACKGROUND: According to Halfwheel.com: “As for… Read More ›
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Cavalier Genève Black Series Robusto | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: San Andrés Negra Binder: Brazilian Arapiraca Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 5 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Cavalier Genève Black Series Robusto. BACKGROUND: Release Date: February 2017 Manufacturer: San Judas Tadeo Blended… Read More ›
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Diesel Whiskey Row Sherry Cask ~ Pre-Release ~ | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Brazilian Arapiraca Filler: Nicaraguan Habano Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.95 Today we take a look at the Diesel Whiskey Row Sherry Cask. Samples provided by General Cigar. To be released June 6,… Read More ›
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Man O’ War Ruination 10th Anniversary Box-Pressed Gordo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Honduran Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 60 Strength: Full Price: $13.50 ($8.00-$11.00 online) Today we take a look at the Man O’ War Ruination 10th Anniversary Box-Pressed Gordo. I bought a fiver on a one day… Read More ›
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Hoyo La Amistad Black | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadoran Sumatra Oscuro Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan Habano Size: 4.5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.29 Today we take a look at the Hoyo La Amistad Black. A few sticks were received by my concubine, Kellie. Is… Read More ›
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BLTC Bishops Blend 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Maduro Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaraguan, Connecticut, & PA Broadleaf Size: 6.25 x 46 Corona Larga Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.50 Today we take a look at the BLTC Bishops Blend 2019. A gift of a fiver from… Read More ›
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2019 Diesel Hair of the Dog Limited Edition | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatran Filler: Nicaraguan Habano Size: 6 x 54 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 ($2.00 less online) Today we take a look at the 2019 Diesel Hair of the Dog Limited Edition. Samples were provided by… Read More ›
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Punch Diablo by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro ~ Aged 4 years Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Honduran Habano Jamastran Ligero, Nicaraguan Habano Estelí Ligero, Nicaraguan Habano Ometepe Ligero Size: 5.25 x 54 Diabolus Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.79 ($5.06 by the 5 pack/$4.65 by the… Read More ›
