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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 ›
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Warped Don Reynaldo Regalos | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 46 Corona ~ “Regalos” Strength: Medium Price: $13.75-$15.00 Today we take a look at the Warped Don Reynaldo Regalos. BACKGROUND: Regular production. From Cigar Dojo: “For the most part,… Read More ›
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Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan, Honduran Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.50 MSRP Photo courtesy of Cigar Aficionado: Today we take a look at the Alec Bradley Black Market Estelí. Humidor time: 4 months BACKGROUND: Factory:… Read More ›
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Casa Magna Jalapa Claro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Box Pressed Strength: Medium Price: $7.20 MSRP (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the Casa Magna Jalapa Claro. BACKGROUND: Released: July, 2016 Cigars Released: 500… Read More ›
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Joseph NicaVana Mezmerize | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 54 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Joseph NicaVana Mezmerize. Got a 5 pack from Small Batch Cigar for $8.00 per stick with… Read More ›
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Casa Fernández AGANORSA Leaf TABSA Aficion | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 48 “Aficion” Toro Extra Strength: Medium Price: $7.00 Today we take a look at the Casa Fernández AGANORSA Leaf TABSA Aficion. Bought a box of 15 from Famous Smoke on sale… Read More ›
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Don Pepin Garcia 15th Anniversary Limited Edition | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Rosado Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Pelo D’Oro Size: 5.75 x 50 Robusto Extra Strength: Medium/Full Price: $20.00 Photo courtesy of Cigar Aficionado: Today we take a look at the Don Pepin Garcia 15th Anniversary Limited Edition…. Read More ›
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Vote for the Best Cigars, Accessories & Lounges on Cigar Journal | Katman
Our friend, Dr. Rod Kurthy’s PerfecDraw company has been nominated in the top 5 contenders for Cigar Accessories. If you vote for him, and he wins, he will pay all fees for you and a guest to visit Ukraine and… Read More ›
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Diesel Whiskey Row | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Mexican San Andrés ~ Bourbon barrel aged Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega, Jalapa and Ometepe) Size: 5.5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.49 Photo courtesy of Cigar Aficionado: Today we take a look at the Diesel Whiskey… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Basilica C#2 Lancero | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 7.5 x 39 Lancero Strength: Medium Price: $14.00 Today we take a look at the Bespoke Cigars Basilica C#2 Lancero. If you use Cigars City to purchase Bespoke Cigars, use promo code: Katman… Read More ›
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AVO 30 Years Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Broadleaf Connecticut Maduro Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the AVO 30 Years Maduro. BACKGROUND: From Halfwheel.com: “In 2015, Davidoff of Geneva USA trimmed the AVO portfolio… Read More ›
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Viaje Bales on Bales Craft Series | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo Clara Especial Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 Filler: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98 Size: 6 x 52 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.00 Photo courtesy of Viaje Cigars: Today we take a look at Viaje Bales on Bales Craft Series Picked up… Read More ›
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La Palina Bronze Label | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Habano Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $9.00 MSRP Today we take a look at the La Palina Bronze Label. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Aficionado: “What was once an exclusive cigar for… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Piramide | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa Filler: Nicaraguan Condega, Peruvian Pelo D’Oro Size: 6.25 x 52 Piramide Strength: Medium Price: $20.00 Today we take a look at Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Piramide. Thanks to Vlada and Jeremy for… Read More ›
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Guaimaro Robusto | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Brazilian Arapiraca Castaño Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto (Box Pressed) Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.25 Today we take a look at the Guaimaro Robusto. BACKGROUND: Released: November, 2016 Regular Production From Halfwheel.com: “Esteban… Read More ›
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Black Works Studio Killer Bee Green Hornet | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Maduro & Candela accents Binder: Nicaraguan Habano Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 4.5 x 46 Petite Corona Strength: Full Price: $9.00 ($8.00 online) Today we take a look at the Black Works Studio Killer Bee Green Hornet. BACKGROUND: Released: July,… Read More ›
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RoMa Craft La Campaña de Panamá Soberana Craft 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro/Ecuadorian Connecticut Dark Candela Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Ligero Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, Pennsylvanian Size: 5 x 60 Figurado Strength: Medium/Full Price: $15.00 Today we take a look at the RoMa Craft La Campaña de Panamá Soberana Craft 2018…. Read More ›
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My Father Le Bijou 1922 Limited Edition 2016 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Length: 6.5 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $23.00 Today we take a look at the My Father Le Bijou 1922 Limited Edition 2016 A buddy sent me this cigar. Lots of… Read More ›
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Casa Fernandez Buena Cosecha Corojo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Aganorsa Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 Aganorsa Filler: Nicaraguan Criollo ‘98 Aganorsa Size: 6.25 x 54 Torpedo Strength: Medium Price: $8.00 (Can be had for a buck less if you look around) Today we take a look… Read More ›
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Viaje Pepper Series Carolina Reaper | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 4.875 x 50 Figurado Strength: Full Price: $8.56 Today we take a look at the Viaje Pepper Series Carolina Reaper Many thanks to Tyler Jeffery at Havana Lounge & Cigar. They have… Read More ›
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Payne Mason Cigars Torpedo Barber | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut, Dominican Corojo Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $19.00 Today we take a look at the Payne Mason Cigars Torpedo Barber. Thank you to Robert Payne for the samples. I know, I know…. Read More ›
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Black Works Studio S&R | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Sumatran Binder: Nicaraguan Habano Filler: Nicaragua, Dominican Size: 5.5 x 46 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $9.50 Today we take a look at the Black Works Studio S&R. My buddy, Tyler Jeffery of Havana Lounge and Cigar, bribed me… Read More ›
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Rocky Patel Hamlet 25th Year | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Pennsylvanian Broadleaf Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Length: 5.5 X 50 Strength: Medium Price: $8.75 Today we take a look at the Rocky Patel Hamlet 25th Year. I actually bought a couple of these. Mooch status put on… Read More ›
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Guardian of the Farm Apollo Selección de Warped | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Binder: Nicaraguan Corojo ‘99 Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99, Criollo ‘98 Size: 6 x 44 Strength: Medium Price: $8.00 Today we take a look at the Guardian of the Farm Apollo Selección de Warped. Thanks to Tyler… Read More ›
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Macanudo Inspirado Red | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano (Ligero) Binder: Nicaraguan Jalapa Filler: Nicaraguan (5 year aged Esteli, 12 year aged Ometepe), Honduran (10 year aged Jamastran) Size: 5 x 50 Robusto ~ Box Pressed Strength: Full Price: $6.49 MSRP ($5.25 by the box ~… Read More ›
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Caminos El Retiro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Negrito Binder: Vizo 2020, Vizo Criollo 98, Ligero Criollo 98, Ligero 2020 Filler: Havana Vuelta Arriba Size: 5.5 x 54 Cortos Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.25 Today we take a look at the Caminos El Retiro. A gift from a… Read More ›
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H. Upmann Connoisseur A | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Cuban Binder: Cuban Filler: Cuban Size: 5.5 x 52 Strength: Medium Price: $11.12 (From PuroExpress.com – Cheapest deal I could find) Today we take a look at the Cuban H.Upmann Connoisseur A. Thanks to Zack Dinning for the stick…. Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Daughters of the Wind Salomone | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Peruvian Size: 7.325 x 57 Salomone Strength: Medium/Full Price: $25.00 ~ Release will occur early the week of March 19, 2018 from Small Batch Cigar. Tell Andrew the Katman sent you. I believe most… Read More ›
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La Flor Dominicana La Volcada | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Ecuadorian Corojo Filler: Dominican La Canela Size: 7 x 48 Churchill Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.00 Today we take a look at the La Flor Dominicana La Volcada. I picked up a couple sticks from my… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Cigars Rose of Sharon Lancero | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sun Grown Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Viso, Nicaraguan Seco, Nicaraguan Ligero, Dominican Piloto Cubano Size: 6.5 x 40 Lancero Strength: Medium Price: $8.99 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Cigars Rose of Sharon Lancero…. Read More ›
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E.P. Carrillo Cardinal Impact Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.00 (As little as $4 if you shop around) Today we take a look at the E.P. Carrillo Cardinal Impact Maduro. Thanks to Jeremy Shamis…. Read More ›
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Southern Draw Cigars Kudzu 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Ometepe Filler: Nicaraguan (25% Esteli Ligero, 25% Connecticut Broadleaf) Size: 6 x 56 Perfecto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Southern Draw Cigars Kudzu 2018. I reviewed the original… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Club Mareva Spalato | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $24.00 (Ouch!) Today we take a look at the Bespoke Cigars Club Mareva Spalato. Thanks to my buds in Estonia. Bespoke is an indulgent treat for… Read More ›
