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Plasencia Alma Fuerte | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Shade-Grown (Jalapa) Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa, Condega, Esteli’, Ometepe) Filler: Nicaraguan (Jalapa, Condega, Esteli’, Ometepe) Size: 6.25 x 60 Sixto II (Hexagon shaped) Strength: Medium/Full Price: $21.00 MSRP (Can be had for a couple bucks less if you look… Read More ›
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Illusione Haut 10 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Café Claro Corojo (Grade AAA) Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Criollo 98, Nicaraguan Corojo 99 Size: 5.5 x 52 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $15.95 Photo courtesy of Illusione Cigars: Today we take a look at the Illusione Haut 10. BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
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Montecristo Crafted By A.J. Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadoran Sumatra Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 5 x 52 Robusto (Box Pressed) Strength: Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Montecristo Crafted By A.J. Fernandez. Photo courtesy of Cigar Aficionado: BACKGROUND: From… Read More ›
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MoyaRuiz Civil Disobedience | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 (One size only) Strength: Medium Price: $5.40 by the 10 pack. $6.00 by the 5 pack. Today we take a look at the Civil Disobedience by MoyaRuiz Cigars. Not… Read More ›
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Cohiba Extra Vigoroso | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Dominican Filler: Connecticut Broadleaf Size: 6 x 52 XV652 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.00 by the single Today we take a look at an oldie but goodie: Cohiba Extra Vigoroso. I found the best pricing at Atlantic… Read More ›
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PerfecDraw & PerfecRepair Cigar Accessories | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Reviewed: PerfecDraw cigar tool, PerfecRepair cigar glue From: Perfec Cigar Solutions Use Promo Code: Katman 15% off both PerfecDraw and/or PerfecRepair! DISCOUNT EXPIRES 12-31-2017 First off, I gave up doing cigar accessory reviews a long time ago because 99% are… Read More ›
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Joya Black by Joya de Nicaragua | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.25 x 46 Nocturno Strength: Medium/Full Price: $6.50 ($5.20 online) Today we take a look at the Joya Black by Joya de Nicaragua. The latest Cigar Aficionado thought very highly… Read More ›
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Time Traveler by Isabela Cigar Co. | 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, Nicaraguan Triple aged Ligero…a sliver Size: 6.25 x… Read More ›
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Pepperbox | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Honduran, Mexican Size: 4 x 60 (Four sticks @ 4 x 32 Box Pressed) Strength: Full Price: $6.84 Today we take a look at the Pepperbox by Plasencia only from JR Cigar. BACKGROUND: Only… Read More ›
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Cornelius & Anthony Meridian 2016 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Rosado Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $8.75 MSRP Today we take a look at the Cornelius & Anthony Meridian 2016. I reviewed the original Meridian in November of 2015 and… Read More ›
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La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 6.5 x 64 Figurado Strength: Medium Price: $15.00 Today we take a look at the La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull. BACKGROUND: Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of 2016 – Rated 93 Release Date: July,… Read More ›
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Foundry Time Flies | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $8.00 Today we take a look at Foundry Time Flies. BACKGROUND: Release Date: July, 2016 Regular Production Factory: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua… Read More ›
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601 Gold | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $5.26 Today we take a look at the 601 Gold from Erik Espinosa. BACKGROUND: Factory: Erik Espinosa’s La Zona Nicaragua Regular Production Six new lines… Read More ›
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Drew Dominicana Rosado by Drew Estate Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Colorado Rosado Binder: Nicaraguan (Proprietary) Filler: Nicaraguan (Proprietary) Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $8.75 MSRP (As low as $5.00 online) Today we take a look at the Drew Dominicana Rosado by Drew Estate Cigars BACKGROUND: From… Read More ›
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Value Spotlight ~ Boneshaker Full Body Cast | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 56 Belicoso Strength: Full Price: $3.70 Today we take a look at the Boneshaker Full Body Cast from JR Cigars. BACKGROUND: From the JR Cigar web site: “Boneshaker Full Body… Read More ›
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Illusione Garagiste | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.95 MSRP (Can be had for less than $8.00 online) Today we take a look at the Illusione Garagiste. BACKGROUND: From the Halfwheel.com web site: “The… Read More ›
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Fable Cigars Fourth Prime Mi | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broadleaf Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Ligero Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 5.75 x 46 Gran Corona Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Fable Cigars Fourth Prime Mi. BACKGROUND: Factory: Fabrica de Tabacos Nica Sueño S.A…. Read More ›
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Diesel Heart of Darkness | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 58 Strength: Full Price: $12.00 MSRP ($5.71 at CI, As little as $3.40 on Cbid) Today we take a look at the new Diesel Heart of Darkness I should… Read More ›
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Alec Bradley Fine & Rare HJ10-I 2016 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Trojes Corojo (Proprietary) Binder: Nicaraguan (Esteli), Honduran Trojes Filler: Nicaraguan (Esteli, Jalapa), Honduran (Trojes) A total of 7 different leaves Size: 6 x 52 Strength: Full Price: $16.00 MSRP (Still available at select online stores and B &M’s)… Read More ›
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La Palina El Año 1896 Oscuro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Oscuro Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Box Pressed Toro Strength: Full Price: $9.50 MSRP Today we take a look at the La Palina El Año 1896 Oscuro. BACKGROUND: The year, 1896, represents… Read More ›
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Partagas Aniversario 170 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: African Cameroon (Kadey region) Binder: Connecticut Habano Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Guardian (Proprietary to General Cigar) Size: 5 x 50 Strength: Medium Price: $15.99 MSRP (Can be had for $10.00 online or $5.00 on Cbid) Today we take a look… Read More ›
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Villiger 1888 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Mexican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 4.875 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $5.95 Today we take a look at the new Villiger 1888. I’ve added Part 2 of the Stewart Copeland story I began in the Flor… Read More ›
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Flor de las Antillas Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Habano Sun Grown Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.625 x 46 Corona Gorda (Box Pressed) Strength: Medium/Full Price: $6.70 Today we take a look at the Flor de las Antillas Maduro. BACKGROUND: Released April, 2016 From the My… Read More ›
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San Cristobal Quintessence | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $8.75 Today we take a look at the San Cristobal Quintessence. BACKGROUND: From the Ashton Cigar web site: “Celebrated cigar-maker Jose “Pepin” Garcia embraces his remarkable… Read More ›
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Arturo Fuente Casa Cuba Doble Seis | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Havana seed Binder: Dominican Cuban seed Filler: Dominican Cuban seed Size: 6 x 52 Doble Seis Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the Arturo Fuente Casa Cuba Doble Seis BACKGROUND: The Casa Cuba made… Read More ›
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Aging Room M19 Fortissimo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Habano seed Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 5.75 x 47 Preferido (Box Pressed) Strength: Full Price: $13.90 MSRP (As little as $4.40 on Cbid) Today we take a look at the Aging Room M19 Fortissimo. Aging Room spells… Read More ›
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Lars Tetens B2HM2 Toro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Binder: Wrapper Grade Pennsylvania Broadleaf Filler: Puerto Rican Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $26.00 Today we take a look at the Lars Tetens B2HM2 Toro. Tetens makes both infused cigars and natural blends. This is… Read More ›
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Casa Fernandez Sabor Aganorsa Corojo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Aganorsa Corojo Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.10 Today we will take a look at the Casa Fernandez Sabor Aganorsa Corojo. Released: August 2016 Regular Production Factory: Sabor Aganorsa S.A. (SABSA) Jalapa… Read More ›
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The Katman’s Top 25 Cigars of 2016 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
I missed out on a few months of reviewing this spring due to illness but, thankfully, I found some fantastic cigars to make this list. My tastes are on display for all to see. As last year, Bespoke Cigars makes… Read More ›
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Southern Draw Code Duello Kudzu | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Ometepe (Double Binder) Filler: Nicaraguan (Proprietary) Size: 5 x 58 Semi-Box Pressed Perfecto Body: Medium/Full Price: $21.99 (Comes in pairs – $11.00 per stick) Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Robert Holt and… Read More ›
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Duran Signature Line Rio Toa | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habana Criollo Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaragua and other Latin American tobaccos Size: 5 x 52 Robusto “Rio Toa” Body: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Humidor time: 2 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Today we take a… Read More ›
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Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Personal Reserve Robusto | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Cameroon Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 5.25 x 50 Robusto Body: Medium/Full Price: $13.00-$15.50 Humidor time: 3 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 0 Today we take a look at the Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Personal Reserve… Read More ›
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Crowned Heads Luminosa | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5 x 50 Body: Mild/Medium Price: $7.55 MSRP Humidor Time: 4 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 0 Today we take a look at the Crowned Heads Luminosa. Thanks to… Read More ›
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Punkin’ Pie by Ezra Zion Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 52 Body: Medium/Full Price: $8.00 Humidor Time: 3 Weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Today we take a look at the Punkin’ Pie by Ezra Zion Cigar… Read More ›
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Padrón Family Reserve No. 45 Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 “Toro – Box Pressed” Body: Full Price: $27.00 Humidor time: 4 Months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 0 Photo courtesy of Padron Cigars: Today we take… Read More ›
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My Father The Judge | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Seed Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan (Double Binders: Corojo & Criollo) Filler: Nicaraguan: La Bonita Two, El Pedrero, San Rafael. Size: 5 x 60 Body: Medium/Full Price: $12.40 Humidor time: 3 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review:… Read More ›
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Martial Law by Nomad Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Habano Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa) Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Body: Medium/Full Price: $12.00 MSRP Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Today we take a look at Martial Law by Nomad Cigar Co. Thanks to a… Read More ›
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Pulita 60 Aniversario | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Negrito Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo ‘98 Filler: Colombian, Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Pennsylvanian Size: 5 x 50 “Robusto” Body: Medium Price: $11.00 Humidor time: 6 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Photo courtesy of El Artista Cigars: Today… Read More ›
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Big Papi by David Ortiz | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Claro Binder: Dominican Criollo ’98 Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 Toro Body: Medium Price: $11.99 Humidor Time: 6 weeks Number of cigars smoker prior to review: 1 Today we take a look at the Big… Read More ›
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“My First Paid Assassination” from “Blue Star Adjustments” | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Broke a molar eating chicken last night, Saturday the 10th. Dentist will remove it Monday. Need time to heal. In the meantime, I have to post something. So, I took a chapter from my other blog: “Blue Star Adjustments –… Read More ›
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Wickie Pipe Lighter Original | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
A Katman first…We take a look at the Wickie Pipe Lighter Original. A pipe designed solely for the smoking of cannabis. Thanks to WickiePipes. They are the largest paraphernalia web site. WickiPipes wants to appeal to a more mature customer… Read More ›
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Lemon Haze Cannabis – Guest Review – Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Strain: Lemon Haze Type: Sativa Parent strains: Lemon Skunk and Silver Haze Symptoms: Stress Conditions: Fatigue, depression, SAD, PTSD Effects: Energetic, euphoric, uplifting, psychedelic Taste/Smell: Zesty, lemon, sweet, sour, candy Price per gram: $15.00 Purchased from: Broccoli Barrel Another guest… Read More ›
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Avo Limited Edition 2011 85th Anniversary | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Sun Grown Binder: Peruvian Pelo de Oro Filler: Dominican San Vicente Viso, Dominican San Vicente Ligero, Dominican Piloto Ligero, Dominican Piloto Seco Size: 6.625 x 50 “Diadema” Body: Medium/Full Price: $17.50 MSRP ($14.00 @ Corona Cigar) Humidor time:… Read More ›
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Cohiba Comador | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Cuban Seed Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 52 “Toro Grande” Body: Medium/Full Price: $13.99-$25.00 (depending on online store) $19.99 Original MSRP Humidor time: 4 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 3 Photo courtesy of… Read More ›
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Bespoke Cigars Gran Mareva | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Cubra Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Seco, Nicaraguan Viso, Pennsylvanian Broadleaf Size: 5.625 x 42 “Corona” Body: Medium/Full Price: $13.00 Humidor Time: 4 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Today we take a look at the… Read More ›
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Black Label Trading Company Bishops Blend | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Maduro Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaraguan, Pennsylvania Broadleaf, Connecticut Broadleaf Size: 5 x 48 Body: Medium/Full Price: $9.50 Humidor time: 9 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 2 Photo courtesy of BLTC: Today we take a… Read More ›
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CAO Consigliere | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina Binder: Honduran Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican, Colombian Size: 6 x 54 “Soldier – Toro” Body: Medium/Full Price: $5.35 at CI Humidor Time: 2 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Photos courtesy of the CI… Read More ›
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PRESS RELEASE: PSyKo Seven Adds Connecticut to its Blends from Ventura Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
LIGHTEN UP WITH PSYKO SEVEN CONNECTICUT: November 2016 – Inviting cigar aficionados to “Reach into the Dark to Find the Light,” Ventura Cigar is pleased to reveal PSyKo Seven Connecticut, the third blend in its much-admired PSyKo Seven Collection. PSyKo… Read More ›
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Witchdoktor by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Body: Full Price: $5.00 Humidor time: 2 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Today we take a look at Witchdoktor by AJ Fernandez for JR… Read More ›
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Nomad SA-17 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan (Esteli and Condega Ligero) Size: 5.5 x 46 “Corinita” Body: Medium/Full Price: $8.50 Humidor Time: 3 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Photo courtesy of Nomad Cigar Co.: Today… Read More ›
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GB-19 by Nomad Cigar Co. | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Candela Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Body: Medium/Full Price: $10.00 Humidor time: 3 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 0 Today we take a look at the GB-19 by Nomad Cigar Co…. Read More ›
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Diesel Sideshow Sampler – “Pin Head” | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Broadleaf Maduro Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran Size: 5 x 54 “Pin Head” Body: Full Price: $7.00 +/- Humidor time: 10 months Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 2 Photos courtesy of Cigars International: I did… Read More ›
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Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve Barrel Fermented by Drew Estate | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Kentucky Tapa Negra, Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Kentucky, Nicaraguan Size: 5.25 x 52 Robusto Body: Medium/Full Price: $13.00 Humidor time: 4 weeks Number of cigars smoked prior to review: 1 Photos courtesy of Drew Estate: Today we… Read More ›
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“Big Papi” Cigars by David Ortiz – Press Release | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
DAVID ORTIZ MAKES HIS FIRST “BIG PAPI” CIGAR EVENT APPEARANCE. DAVID ORTIZ TAKES A LIGHT FROM ONE OF THE HOSTESSES AT CENTRAL LOUNGE (New York City) – El Artista Cigars hosted the first event featuring David “Big Papi” Ortiz at… Read More ›
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Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2016 LC46 by Crowned Heads | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Grade “A” Dark Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 46 Corona Gorda LC46 Body: Full Price: $9.25 Humidor Time: 3 Months Number of Cigars Smoke Prior to Review:1 Today we take a look at the Las… Read More ›
