Wrapper: Ecuador / La Luchita / Cuban Seed Habano / Oliva Tobacco Co Binder: Mexico / San Andrés / San Andrés de los Perros S.A. de C.V. Fillers: Nicaragua / Esteli / Guadalupe / Oliva Tobacco Co., Nicaragua / Jalapa… Read More ›
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Hot Chocolate by Cigar Federation | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Undisclosed Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $6.00 Today we take a look at Hot Cocoa by Cigar Federation. Normally, I do not review limited production cigars. Frustrates the shit out of readers… Read More ›
Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Especial Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.68 ($8.00 Online) Today we take a look at the Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro. Yes, I know I’m a year… Read More ›
Rauchvergnügen #42 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Hybrid Seed Binder: Dominican Criollo ‘98 Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan, Pennsylvania Size: 4.75 X 54 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $10.00 Today we take a look at the 2016 Rauchvergnügen #42. Also known as RVGN cigars. This cigar has been… Read More ›
Davidoff Royal Release | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Aromatica Dominicana Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: 8 Year Aged Dominican ~ 5 Varieties: San Vincente Ligero, San Vincente Mejorado Visus, Piloto Ligero, Hybrid Olor/Piloto Ligero, Criollo Ligero. Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (TABADOM) Size: 8.25 x 57 Salomone Strength:… Read More ›
Unicorn Alert ~ 2007 Camacho Vintage Liberty | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Corojo/PA Broadleaf (Barber Pole) Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran & Pre-Embargo Cuban Tobacco Size: 6 x 48/54/48 “11/18 Perfecto” Body: Medium/Full Price: $Go Fish (Was $16.50 in 2014) Today we take a look at a Unicorn Alert ~ 2007… Read More ›
2018 Viaje Zombie Antitdote | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.5 x 44 Strength: Full Price: $8.99 Today we take a look at the 2018 Viaje Zombie Antidote. My buddy, Bruce S. sent me a few. BACKGROUND: You can’t touch this. The blend… Read More ›
Diamond Crown Maduro by JC Newman | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro Binder: Dominican Filler: Selection of 5 different fillers from the Caribbean and Central America Size: 5.5 x 54 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $11.93 Today we take a look at the Diamond Crown Maduro by JC Newman…. Read More ›
Sinistro Honor Among Thieves | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Cubra Maduro Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Nicaraguan Seco, Cubano Ligero, Nicaraguan Ligero, Dominican Ligero, Corojo Ligero, Piloto Cubano Ligero, Pennsylvania Broadleaf Size: 6 x 58 Trumpeta Strength: Full Price: $8.10 Today we take a look at the Sinistro Honor… Read More ›
Black Star Line Cigars War Witch | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo Filler: Nicaraguan (Jalapa) Size: 6 x 46 Box Pressed Strength: Full Price: $11.99 Today we take a look at the Black Star Line Cigars War Witch. I found this cigar at Cigar Federation and… Read More ›
Murcielago Version 3 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 54 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.65 Today we take a look at the Murcielago Version 3. Oh no…Spanish for BAT! Patient Zero! I bought a fiver from Cigar Monster…. Read More ›
Casdagli Cigars Daughters of the Wind Cremello | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Costa Rican Puriscal Filler: Dominican Caramelo and Peruvian Pinar Size: 7.5 x 39 Lancero Strength: Medium Price: $19.00 Today we take a look at the Casdagli Cigars Daughters of the Wind Cremello. I bought a threesome… Read More ›
Cohiba Royale | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa Binder: Dominican Piloto Cubano Filler: Honduran Jamastran, Nicaragua Jalapa and Estelí Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium/Full Price: $28.99 Today we take a look at the Cohiba Royale. Got samples from General Cigar two months ago…. Read More ›
2019 Mi Querida Triqui Traca by DT&T | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf No. 1 Dark Corona Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Ligero, Dominican Ligero Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Full Price: $10.25 Today we take a look at the 2019 Mi Querida Triqui Traca by DT&T. I got a… Read More ›
Rocky Patel Number 6 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Honduran Corojo Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 44 Corona Gorda Strength: Medium Price: $8.90 MSRP (Around $2.50 on Cigar Bid) Today we take a look at the Rocky Patel Number 6. Regular production since summer of… Read More ›
Gotham House Blend Connecticut | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Binder: Sumatran Filler: Nicaraguan Jalapa, Dominican Piloto Cubano Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Mild/Medium Price: $3.40 Today we take a look at the Gotham House Blend Connecticut. This is going to be a strange review. The backstory… Read More ›
Montecristo Crafted by AJ Fernandez Limited Edition Toro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Full Price: $14.00 MSRP ($8.50 from JR) Today we take a look at the Montecristo Crafted by AJ Fernandez Limited Edition Toro. I bought a… Read More ›
Diesel Delirium L.E. 2020 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Nicaraguan ~ Ometepe Ligero Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Full Tilt Price: $10.00 ($2.00 less from Cigars International) Today we take a look at the new Diesel Delirium L.E. 2020. Thanks to… Read More ›
Punch Knuckle Buster | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 50 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $5.49 (Almost a buck less online) Today we take a look at the new Punch Knuckle Buster. Received samples from Cigars International. The sticks… Read More ›
My Father La Promesa | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 4.5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.80 (A buck less online) Today we take a look at the My Father La Promesa. I got a fiver from Cbid for $25.00. BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
Sinistro Cigars Mr. Candela | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Candela over a Mexican San Andrés wrapper Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $8.08 Today we take a look at the Sinistro Cigars Mr. Candela. Bought these at Prime Cigar in… Read More ›
Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $10.65 Today we take a look at the Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua. I bought a fiver. This was Cigar Aficionado’s top cigar of 2019 with a rating… Read More ›
Unicorn Alert ~ 2007 Punch Rare Corojo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Dominican, Honduran, Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 52 Torpedo Strength: Mild/Medium Price: ?? Today we take a look at a Unicorn 2007 Punch Rare Corojo Torpedo I received from a dear friend. BACKGROUND: Everyone… Read More ›
Don Julio Punta Espada | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo Mejorado Binder: Dominican Corojo Unico Filler: Dominican Habano 20/20 Ligero , Dominican Ligero, Dominican HVA Ligero, Dominican Piloto Mejorado Ligero Size: 6.75 x 54 Belicoso Strength: Medium Price: $13.99 ($1.50 less if you look around) Today we… Read More ›
Crowned Heads Headley Grange Chamuco LE 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5.5 x 54 Robusto Gordo Strength: Full Price: $10.95 Today we take a look at the Crowned Heads Headley Grange Chamuco LE 2019. BACKGROUND: Released: December 2019 Cigars Released: 1,500 Boxes… Read More ›
Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra by AJ Fernandez | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf Filler: Honduran, Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 4.5 x 50 Robusto ‘Espresso’ Strength: Full Price: $8.00 (A buck less online ~ I paid $3.80 on Cigar Bid) Today we take a look at the Hoyo La… Read More ›
Talavera Edicion Exclusiva Second Edition | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 52 Toro Box Pressed Strength: Full Price: $10.50 Today we take a look at the Talavera Edicion Exclusiva Second Edition. This is an Atlantic Cigar exclusive. Thanks to my… Read More ›
Daughters of the Wind Pony Express by Casdagli Cigars | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Costa Rican Puriscal & Nicaraguan Filler: Dominican Oscuro Ligero & Peruvian Size: 6 x 48 (Box Pressed) Strength: Medium Price: $16.99 Today we take a look at the Casdagli/Bespoke Daughters of the Wind Pony Express. I… Read More ›
Rocky Patel The Edge Barrel-Aged | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Ligero, Honduran Ligero Size: 6 x 52 Toro Strength: Full Price: $7.50 Today we take a look at the Rocky Patel The Edge Barrel-Aged. Thanks to Joseph Jobes and Alex Gougher of Cigars… Read More ›
Emilio Cigars AF1 2019 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Habano Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $9.50 Today we take a look at the Emilio Cigars AF1 2019. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Federation: “If you think you’ve smoked Emilio Cigars… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
Isabela Cigars Belicoso X | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Undisclosed Binder: Undisclosed Filler: Undisclosed Size: 6 x 54 Belicoso Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.20 Today we take a look at the Isabela Cigars Belicoso X. I bought a pair that came in the March Madness sampler of 10 Isabela… Read More ›
Hiram & Solomon Fellow Craft | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro Binder: Indonesian Sumatra-Seed Filler: Nicaraguan Habano Ometepe, Habano Jalapa and Ligero Habano Estelí Size: 6 X 52 Toro Strength: Medium Price: $9.55 MSRP (Can be bought online for a buck, or more, cheaper) Today we take… Read More ›
Powstanie Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Indonesian Filler: Dominican Criollo, Nicaraguan Estelí Ligero, Nicaraguan Condega & Jalapa Size: 5 x 50 Perfecto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Powstanie Habano. A gift. BACKGROUND: From the Powstanie web… Read More ›
Sinistro Last Cowboy Maduro Scala LE | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro Binder: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Dominican Piloto Cubano Size: 4.5 x 38/60 Perfecto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $16.00 Today we take a look at the Sinistro Last Cowboy Maduro Scala LE. A gift from a dear friend…. Read More ›
Fuente Fuente OpusX 2005 Double Corona | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Size: 7.625 x 49 Strength: Medium Price: $14.50 in 2005 ($67,000.32 in 2019 dollars) Today we take a look at the Fuente Fuente OpusX 2005 Double Corona. A gift. BACKGROUND: Rated 95 in 2005…. Read More ›
Room 101/Matt Booth X Privada Cigar Club EXCLUSIVE | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: HVA Binder: Sumatran Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican C98 and Criollo Size: 6 x 46 Strength: Medium Price: $20.00 Today we take a look at the Room 101/Matt Booth X Privada Cigar Club EXCLUSIVE. The only sticks I’ve smoked worth a… Read More ›
Aging Room Solera Corojo | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Dominican Corojo Binder: Dominican Habano Filler: Dominican Habano Size: 4.75 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $7.95 ($7.00 online) Today we take a look at the Aging Room Solera Corojo. Three months of naked humi time. BACKGROUND: From Cigar… Read More ›
Padilla Finest Hour Sungrown Habano | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.50 (Around $7 online) Today we take a look at the Padilla Finest Hour Sungrown Habano. Received one sample from Privada Cigar Club. They are… Read More ›
Steampunk Maduro by Cigar Federation | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6.25 x 52 Belicoso Strength: Full Price: $6.00 Today we take a look at the Steampunk Maduro by Cigar Federation. Snagged a 5 pack a couple months ago. One cigar was smoked… Read More ›
Viaje Scotch Bonnet | 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 2019 Viaje Scotch Bonnet Bought a 5 pack in January and smoked 2 prior to review. Cleared… Read More ›
Isabela Cigar Co. Fire-Crackers | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Desflorado, Nicaraguan Habano Binder: Nicaraguan Aged Medio Tiempo Filler: Nicaraguan (Including Aged Medio Tiempo and a “sliver” of Nicaraguan triple-aged ligero) Size: 4.25 x 38 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.00 Today we take a look at the Isabela Cigar… Read More ›
Nomad Signature Toro | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Maduro Binder: Ecuadorian Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Size: 6 x 50 Strength: Medium/Full Price: $12.00 Today we take a look at the Nomad Signature Toro. Samples were provided by Fred Rewey. BACKGROUND: This was Nomad’s last release before Fred… Read More ›
Gran Habano Blue in Green | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Connecticut Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 6 x 54 Gran Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $9.00 Today we take a look at the Gran Habano Blue in Green. BACKGROUND: From Cigar Aficionado: “George Rico’s Gran Habano brand has a new… Read More ›
HVC Black Friday 2018 | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.40 Today we take a look at the HVC Black Friday 2018. Samples were provided by Havana Lounge and Cigar in Milwaukee (414-258-8219). BACKGROUND:… Read More ›
Kristoff Ligero Maduro from PCC | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Brazilian Maduro Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican, Honduran Size: 7.5 x 40 Lancero Body: Medium/Full Price: Included in the Privada Cigar Club COTM Today we take a look at the Kristoff Ligero Maduro from Privada Cigar Club. It has been… Read More ›
Isabela Cigar Co. Sparkle Robusto | Cigar Reviews by the Katman
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut DesFlorada Binder: Double-aged Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Size: 5 x 52 Robusto Strength: Medium/Full Price: $7.95 Today we take a look at the Isabela Sparkle Robusto. Samples were provided by Prime Cigar, Brookfield Wisconsin. BACKGROUND: From the Isabela… Read More ›
