May 2008

Cigar Review: Cohiba "Red Dot" Lonsdale Grande

May 20, 2008

Prelight: This is a review of the Cohiba Lonsdale (a great size), one of the cigars all others are judged by. The wrapper in oily to the touch, just right, not as "toothy" as most Cameroons to the touch. The cigar had a full wonderful feeling like it was packed right, tight head, no super hard spots. The wrapper also tasted good in the mouth, a cigar should have mouth appeal, it should feel and taste well, before you light it.

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Cigar Review: Sol Cubano Cuban Classic

May 19, 2008

The Sol Cubano Cuban Cabinet, made in Oliva’s factory in Esteli, Nicaragua, has an extremely smooth, slightly oily, vein-free Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. If you give it a whiff, you’ll definitely notice its nice sweet-and-spicy scent.

Once I lit up, I found the Cuban Cabinet had a great draw that was consistent through several sticks. Now, I’ve read some posts around the blogosphere complaining about the draw on this cigar. Since it’s still a pretty new blend, perhaps Fernandez is still working out the kinks. Anyway, you’ll get no complaints from me.

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CAO Mx2 – Cigar Links Edition 15

May 18, 2008

Last week we took a look at the CAO Brazilia, this week I want to take a look at another one from CAO Cigars. As I said in my review the CAO Mx2 has been one of my favorites for a very long time.

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Drew Estate Website Review

May 17, 2008

This website review comes as a special request from Jerry over at Stogie Review. He had some frustrations finding information on a cigar he’d recently smoked and wanted to call them out. Drew Estate is famous/notorious for the ACID lines, but in recent years they come up with some non-infused blends that are some very good cigars.

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A First Look at the Alec Bradley Tempus

May 16, 2008

I’ve heard good things about this new cigar from Alec Bradley and hope I get the chance to try one soon. The Tempus, according to the site, has been a few years in the making and along with the release of this cigar the company is planning a new look by featuring the company name [...]

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601 Rewards and New Sizes

May 16, 2008

I got this in the mail from EO Brands and thought I’d share it. EO Brands has launched a rewards site and by sending in their cigar bands you have the opportunity to get some cool stuff. Alright I’m about 1,031 bands short for the TV so please send me your bands though. :) EO [...]

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Nat Sherman’s Johnson Club Room

May 16, 2008

Gear Patrol has a great write up on the Nat Sherman’s new Johnson Club Room in New York City. I’m not sure if the contest is still running, but they are giving away two free passes to the club.

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Camacho Releases the Diploma in Two New Sizes

May 16, 2008

The newest additions, the Camacho Scorpion and the Diploma 60×6 , will finally be distributed nationwide. Previously available in only two stores, you may now receive these limited production cigars. It is well known that the Camacho Corojo Diploma is Christian’s absolute favorite cigar because of its strength, complexity, and smooth finish.

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Cigar Review: Carlos Torano Exodus 1959 Double Corona

May 15, 2008

Carlos Torano makes a bunch of great cigars that I’m a fan of. Indeed, the Exodus 1959 Silver Edition ranks among my favorite cigars. So it was something of a surprise when I was searching for my traditional Friday night cigar and came to the realization that I’ve never actually tried the 1959 Exodus itself. That’s especially the case because I’ve been on something of a box press kick lately and my store was featuring a lovely looking box pressed double corona that was calling my name. I bought it and smoked it on the spot.

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Bar Owner Follows Judge’s Orders

May 14, 2008

A bar owner gets hauled into court for violating the smoking ban in Washington and the judge suggests a loophole he can use to allow smoking: That’s what put Schnarrs in court last Friday. Thurston County said he was breaking the state law which bars smoking in public places. But judge Richard Hicks surprised everyone [...]

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