"The worst thing I have to say about a cigar is that I had to use my torch a handful of times to maintain a wonky burn. Beyond that, this stick lent me an immensely pleasant and relaxing smoking experience which was just the thing I needed this morning. From the first puff to the very last I experienced a simple yet robust gambit of flavors that were never out of balance with one another and just so happened to be right in my wheelhouse of what I prefer in a flavor profile. The smoke itself was luxuriously smooth and never harsh while the draw was virtually perfect. Only one major transition took place which for me always amps up the overall smoking experience because I don't have to overthink what I am experiencing. A solid nicotine buzz was just the cherry on top of a stellar smoke. I can't wait to smoke this one again!" -Noah S. (Noah)
"I really enjoyed this medium-bodied cigar. I'd probably buy more, maybe in a slightly larger ring gauge to see if the draw was a tad looser for perfection. Its wonderful and ever-changing flavors ranging from chocolate to wood notes kept me on my toes wondering what may be next. Pick this one and try it, it will not disappoint!" -John A. (Bostoneo)
La Aurora USA, LLC, has announced a new cigar, La Aurora Small Batch, a new, a limited-edition line. The company says these new small batch projects are cigars that have been in the company's aging room for years, and showcase Master Blender Manuel Inoa’s rarer cigars. La Aurora Small Batch Lot No. 002 has been aged for 15 years.
La Aurora is marking the 120 year milestone in 2023 with a brand new cigar. The La Aurora 120 Anniversary is desribed as a medium-to-full body cigar. The blend uses a Dominican Habana 92-seed wrapper, Olor dominicano (Cibao Valley) binder, Piloto Cubano (Cibao Valley, Rep. Dom), Olor dominicano (Cibao Valley), and Dominican Corojo fillers.
"This cigar wasn’t pretty, it wasn’t complex, and it was rough goings early on with a tight draw that eventually opened up to acceptable levels of airflow. While I wouldn’t seek out this cigar to smoke again, to use a favorite line my hero Larry David, “having said that” I could think of worse ways to spend 52 minutes. " -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)
La Aurora is set to make its presence felt at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) International Convention and Trade Show in 2024, returning with its award-winning booth and introducing the annual release of its Puro Vintage series.
La Aurora has announced La Aurora 120 Anniversary Limited Edition to celebrate their120th Anniversary. The La Aurora 120 LE is hand-rolled in small batches by expert torcedores with over 20 years of experience. The blend uses a Habano 92-seed leaf wrapper, Dominican binder, and Dominican Republic filler blend (Piloto Cubano, Olor Dominicano, Corojo). The 120 Anniversary LE cigar is super-premium, and a full-bodied smoke that features their Preferidos 1° Double Figurado shape.
This month, La Aurora USA LLC (LUSA) has officially launched their in-house distribution, based in Miami, FL, with an expanded executive and sales team. LUSA will have a full U.S. distribution team with sales staff calling on accounts, supporting the full portfolio of products and growing the La Aurora brand. Retailers who previously carried La Aurora products under former distributor, Miami Cigar Company, will now be serviced directly by La Aurora USA.
La Aurora has announced the La Aurora Preferidos Hors d’Age 2021 LE. After a two-year hiatus, this limited-edition release is back. The Hors d’Age line first hit shelves in 2018, with follow-up releases in 2019 and 2020. The 2021 version comes in a 6x54 Toro that uses an Ecuadorian wrapper, Ecuadorian binder and filler from the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Nicaragua.
"This cigar hit on all cylinders for me... construction, draw, flavors... I’m a definite fan of this flavor profile and would recommend this to anyone who can handle full flavors and strength...I love it! My only complaint would be the resting aroma... it was not nearly as pleasant as the flavors and was sharp and harsh. Fortunately, I got to smoke this excellent cigar and enjoy the flavors it presented. "-Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)