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Cigar News: Gran Habano Releases Los Tres Reyes Magos

by Emmett | Nov 14, 2018 | All, George Rico, News | 0 |

Gran Habano has announced this years release of their limited seasonal release of its culebra-style cigars, Los Tres Reyes Magos. Los Tres Reyes Magos or “The Three Kings”, comes in a box of 10 “culebra” style cigars which is three 32 x 7 cigars tied together each encased in its own coffin. The culebra contains one of each blend of Gran Habano #1, #3, and #5 blends. Los Tres Reyes Magos is rolled at GR Tabacaleras Unidas in Honduras and are currently available for shipping to retailers nationwide. A box of 10 culebra cigars (contains 30 total cigars) has a suggested MSRP of $140.00.

Blind Cigar Review: Gran Habano | S.T.K. Black Dahlia Robusto

by Zane G. | Jul 18, 2018 | All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corojo, Dave, Featured, George Rico, Gran Habano, Honduras, John A., Mickey T., Robusto, Ryan H., Steve | 0 |

“This was a great smoking cigar. The variance and complexity of flavors offered were amazingly tasty and made it hard to not just want to hotbox this thing because it was THAT good. That being said, I’ll defiantly recommend this cigar to any smoker as it is a mild to medium stick with uddles of semi sweet flavors. I need a box… stat. ” –John A. (Bostoneo)

Cigar News: Gran Habano Announces Los Tres Reyes Magos

by Emmett | Nov 30, 2016 | All, George Rico, Gran Habano, News | 0 |

Gran Habano has announced the release of Los Tres Reyes Magos, a limited-edition box of 10 culebras.

Cigar News: Gran Habano Announces Persian King Maduro

by Emmett | Jun 29, 2016 | All, Featured, George Rico, Gran Habano, News | 0 |

Miami, Florida, June 29, 2016 – Gran Habano announces the release of the Persian King Maduro, its addition to the very popular Persian King line. The Persian King Maduro is an unbanded Persian King, a complex cigar with a full flavor profile and a creamy smooth finish. This unique blend of Nicaraguan fillers, a Nicaraguan binder foot, and a Nicaraguan sun-grown Maduro wrapper is available in both the 6 x 50 Rajah and 6 x 60 Tiger.

Blind Cigar Review: George Rico | S.T.K. Miami Zulu Zulu Mas Paz Edition Connecticut

by Emmett | Jun 6, 2016 | All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Connecticut, Corona Gorda, Craig, Featured, G.A.R., George Rico, Gran Habano, Gregg, Matt C., Stefan, USA | 0 |

“The draw, burn and construction were outstanding for this beautiful looking cigar. The flavors, while not in my wheelhouse, were solid and well balanced for the first two thirds. The returning cedar and spice near the end came close to becoming harsh. This cigar might benefit from additional rest. Give me another one, however, and I will gladly smoke it.” -Gregg (McGreggor57)

Blind Cigar Review: George Rico | S.T.K. Miami Zulu Zulu Mas Paz Edition Habano

by Emmett | Jan 29, 2016 | All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corona Gorda, Featured, G.A.R., George Rico, Gran Habano, Habano, Natural, Robert, Ryan, Stefan, Steve, USA | 0 |

“It was a nice stogie. Enjoyed smoking it. First couple of puffs had me a little concerned, but after that it was all good. This is one I’d smoke again. Looking forward to seeing what it is!” –Robert (NavyPiper)

Cigar News: Gran Habano Welcomes New Vice President of Sales

by Emmett | Jan 11, 2016 | All, George Rico, Gran Habano, News | 1 |

Miami, Florida, January 8, 2016 – Gran Habano is proud to announce the appointment of John A. Gonzalez as their new Vice President of Sales. Gonzalez will be working closely with owner, George Rico, to manage Gran Habano’s sales team to design and implement sales promotional programs to further cultivate customer relationships. He joins Gran Habano Cigars at an exciting time for the company as it is expected to announce the release of several new products and revamp packaging this upcoming year to invigorate the brand’s image.

Blind Cigar Review: Gran Habano | Corojo No. 5 Maduro 2011 Gran Robusto

by Aaron | Nov 25, 2015 | Alan, All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Craig, Featured, George Rico, Gran Habano, Gregg, Honduras, Sandeep, Stefan, Toro | 1 |

“Overall, this was not a bad cigar if you like a pepper bomb or one dimensional flavor. I did like the draw and the larger amounts of thick creamy smoke.” -Craig (WyldKnyght)

Blind Cigar Review: Gran Habano | Gran Reserva No. 5 2011 Robusto

by Aaron | Nov 16, 2015 | All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corojo, Featured, George Rico, Gran Habano, Honduras, Jack, Robert, Robusto, Sandeep, Steve, Wes | 0 |

“This was a cigar that was elegant to start and had some real flavor changes while maintaining a very unique and complex flavor. I enjoyed this thoroughly and it was a cigar that you could smoke in any circumstance, morning, noon or night.” -Jack (Jack_H)

Cigar News: Gran Habano Announces Gran Reserva #5 2011

by Emmett | Jun 25, 2015 | All, George Rico, Gran Habano, IPCPR, News | 0 |

Miami, Florida, June 25, 2015 – Gran Habano announces its newest release from their Gran Reserva line, the Gran Reserva #5 2011.

The Gran Habano Gran Reserva line offers a bold new experience in full-bodied premium cigars made with vintage tobaccos

Cigar News: George Rico Announces Private Humidor Selection

by Emmett | May 22, 2015 | All, Featured, G.A.R., George Rico, George Rico, Honduras, Lancero, News | 0 |

GEORGE RICO PRIVATE HUMIDOR SELECTION 2007-2008 MLG 7.5 X 38 (LANCERO)

Cigar News: George Rico Announces Private Humidor Selection
Cigar News: George Rico Announces Private Humidor Selection
Miami, Florida, May 21, 2015 – Gran Habano announces the first official release from the Private Humidor Selection by George Rico, a series of heavenly-aged cigars straight out of George’s private reserve. The Private Humidor Selection will come from the 30,000 cigars produced and personally designated for George’s personal use since 2003, and will be eventually released in different blends and sizes.

Blind Cigar Review: Gran Habano | Gran Reserva #5 2010 Gran Robusto

by Aaron | May 6, 2015 | All, Blind Cigar Reviews, Corojo, Dave, Featured, George Rico, Gran Habano, Gregg, Honduras, Jiunn, Robert, Ron, Toro | 0 |

“A very enjoyable cigar to smoke, with flavors right in my wheelhouse. I would definitely smoke more of them and easily recommend it to friends and strangers alike.” -Ron (shuckins)