Category: Willy Herrera
Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | BOTL 2020 Lancero
“I am usually not a huge fan of Lanceros. However, this one could convert me. Box worthy for sure if the price was right although I expect this to be a super premium.” -James H. (Keikan Jim)
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Herrera Esteli Habano Edicion Limitada Lancero
“It is a great lancero. The flavors were bold and crisp with enough strength to provide body and depth. I realize that I forgot to mention this earlier but the smoke output was fantastic and the ash had a constant plume of smoke coming off of it. It’s an easy recommendation for me and worth picking up a fiver. ” -Alan (Eulogy)
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown Shade Corona Pequeña
“This was an excellent cigar for the size and time commitment. Sometimes you just need a cigar for 40-50 minutes but still want a kick in the teeth. I definitely got that here. I’d be interesting in picking more of these up to add to my rotation.” -Doug S. (Unpossible_1)
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown ShadyXX 2020
“This is a cigar for an experienced smoker… lots of flavor, but it really packs a punch! I’m certain that I’ll buy these once I know what it is, and I’ll certainly recommend it to my friends who like a strong cigar. For me, this hit the spot!” -Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Liga Privada Unico Serie Year of the Rat
“As noted in my tasting notes, each flavor was just as I expected . Dark chocolate and coffee with a slight earthiness all creating a notable smoking experience . I’d easily give this a 95. Great cigar that is box worthy for sure. ” -Kevin J. (maninblack77)
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Cigar News: Drew Estate Releases Herrera Esteli Connecticut Broadleaf Lancero Nationally
Drew Estate has announced the nationwide launch of its Herrera Esteli Connecticut Broadleaf Lancero. This blend, called Tienda Exclusiva had made appearances previously as a TAA exclusive in 2016 and 2020, but under different vitolas. This same cigar, vitola included, was also a store exclusive for STOGIES World Class Cigar in 2016 as a part of their H-TOWN lancero series. Now, this cigar will be available to all Drew Diplomat retailers. It will be showcased on the upcoming Freestyle Live: Special Edition hosted on facebook.com/drewestatecigar on June 11th from 7:00-9:00pm EST.
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Cigar News: Drew Estate Brings Back Herrera Esteli TAA Exclusive
Drew Estate is now shipping its TAA Exclusive version of the Herrera Esteli brand to retailers. This is the same cigar that the company shipped in 2016 for TAA retailers.
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Undercrown Shade Suprema
“I feel the only downside to this cigar was the draw but because of how much flavor I got off cigar, it ended up not bothering me that much. I felt the second third was the best part of this cigar. Although it smoked fast, the flavor of slight pepper, salted pretzels and caramel was enjoyable. For a mild to medium cigar I though this was very flavorful. For me this would be a perfect cigar for a golf course.” -Jake P. (Jake P.)
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Cigar News: Drew Estate Pappy Van Winkle “Tradition” Gets New Distribution/Price Cut
Drew Estate announced today that its line Pappy Van Winkle “Tradition” would now be distributed exclusively by Pappy & Co. at www.pappyco.com. Previously, the cigar had been available at Drew Diplomat retailers in 5 vitolas, now there will only be two: Robusto Grande (5.5 x 54) MSRP $140.00 per box, and Toro (6 x 50) MSRP $150.00 per box. Both come in boxes of 10. Pricing for those two sizes is significantly less than before with the Robusto Grande previously selling for $216, and the Toro selling for $236.
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Cigar New: Drew Estate Announces Barn Smoker Dates and Locations for 2020
Drew Estate released details today of it’s 2020 Barn Smoker event schedule. This year, locations will include events in Florida, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Kentucky and Louisiana. The Drew Estate Barn Smoker shows of the American Tobacco Experience, educating consumers on growing and processing tobacco, and manufacturing premium cigars. It also serves to raise awareness for Cigars for Warriors, a 501(c)(3) charity, whose sole focus is to support the American military .Tickets are available for purchase at www.barnsmoker.com and you can learn more about Barn Smokers via Instagram.com/debarnsmoker and facebook.com/barnsmoker
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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro Toro Especial
“Any experienced cigar smokers should be on the lookout for this cigar. For me, this was a fine specimen in appearance, and was a supreme way to spend 90 minutes of my busy life. I could gladly make this a regular part of my smoking rotation.” -Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)
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Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Paniolo Especiale 2020 for Hawaii
For the second year in a row, Crowned Heads is partnering with Drew Estate for their annual “Paniolo Especiale” Limited Edition cigar. This is an exclusive to the state of Hawaii. Paniolo Especiale 2020 is rolled at La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Esteli, Nicaragua and is a corona gorda measuring 5 3/4 x 46. The blend is similar to last years using a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, Mexican San Andres binder, and filers from Nicaragua, and Dominican Republic, but this year features tobacco from Brazil. The Paniolo Especiale 2020 comes in boxes of 10 and have the same price of $9.80. Production is smaller this year at 5,000 cigars compared to 4,000 in 2019.
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