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Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Herrera Esteli Brazilian Maduro Toro Especial

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·January 31, 2020

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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Overall Score - Good

Blind Cigar Review: Alpha | Absinthe Infused Claro Half Corona

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·July 10, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Alpha | Absinthe Infused Claro Half Corona

"I am always looking for that perfect short/winter smoke. When I pulled out this half corona I was excited. I was a bit nervous to do a review on this small of a cigar as it's really hard to break it up into thirds. The cigar smoked great with some nice balance of flavor to start. As the cigar warmed I did get a bitter taste that came and went. I would pick up some of these for that quick winter smoke!" -Zane G. (Zane)

Cigar News: Steva Saka Reveals DT&T's Newest Release: Mi Querida

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·June 10, 2016

Cigar News: Steva Saka Reveals DT&T’s Newest Release: Mi Querida

Steve Saka revealed today on Facebook that his newest offering from Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust would be called the "Mi Querida". It means "My Mistress" - the one I yearn for, the one I desire. Pronounced: Mee Kay-Ree-Da. Saka has reveled that the wrapper will be Broadleaf and describes the new blend as a combination of the Liga Privada No. 9 And T-52.

Cigar News: IPCPR Announces Pursell Departure

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·September 19, 2017

Cigar News: IPCPR Announces Pursell Departure

September 19, 2017 -- The International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association announced today the departure of Its Chief Executive Officer, Mark Pursell, effective October 15 of this year. Ken P. Neumann, IPCPR’s President and a Retailer from Libertyville, IL thanks Mark for his service to the association over the last three years and added, “On behalf of the Board, we appreciate the opportunity to work with Mark over the next month to ensure a smooth transition.”

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Blind Cigar Review: Serino Royal Maduro XX

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·October 4, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Serino | Royale Maduro XX

“A great smoke in just about every way. I am not normally a fan of anything bigger than 50 RG, and rarely chose to smoke anything toro length or longer, but I would gladly smoke one of these again. The blend was nice, the profile hit a personal sweet spot for me, and the complete lack of a need for maintenance despite my inconsistent smoking over a period of more than an hour and a half, made smoking this cigar a very enjoyable experience.” –Dave W. (mdwest)

Cigar News: Cornelius & Anthony Announce The Gent & Mistress

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·June 27, 2018

Cigar News: Cornelius & Anthony Announce The Gent & Mistress

Cornelius & Anthony will have two new lines at this years IPCPR trade show: Mistress, and The Gent. Both cigars are being rolled at Erik Espinosa's La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. Both will also have 4 vitolas and come in 20 count boxes for retail. They are also both limited production and exclusive to IPCPR attendees and not available again until next year's show.

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Blind Cigar Review: Curivari | Archimedes 550

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·October 26, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Curivari | Archimedes 550

"This was a great cigar to smoke. The profile of it was in line with what I like smoking these days. A soft and delicate smoke at time that morphs into something with a deep and rich character. I would recommend this cigar to anyone who like a lighter smoke that builds into some character. A nice find and I would surely smoke another. " -Estevan Z. (TheRealBanzi)

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Total Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Manolo Estate | Connecticut Gran Fino Robusto

Adam B.All Blind Cigar Reviews Connecticut Dominican Republic Featured IPCPR Jason H.Matt C.Mickey T.Natural Robusto

·September 7, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Manolo Estate | Connecticut Gran Fino Robusto

“This is definitely a first cigar of the day type of smoke. I would even smoke this cigar on an empty stomach first thing in the morning, as the flavors present are so damn good, I digress. The honey, cinnamon, cedar and nut notes makes this a cigar aficionados dream and it is right in my wheelhouse. Bravo. I put the cigar down with less than an inch left.” –Matt C. (Big Matt)

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Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust | Mi Querida Ancho Largo

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·December 16, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust | Mi Querida Ancho Largo

“Even with the slight harshness and herbal bitterness in the beginning, this was an excellent cigar, and I haven’t said that about a dark cigar in a very long time. I would love to smoke more of them after some additional downtime! The final third was among the best I’ve smoked for BMP. Looking forward to the reveal, and to grabbing a few to put down for a while!” –Derek (StogieNinja)

Blind Cigar Review: SWAG | S Maduro Infamous

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·February 14, 2014

Blind Cigar Review: SWAG | S Maduro Infamous

"Excellent cigar overall. While it wasn't that interesting from the flavor change department, it delivered very enjoyable flavors from start to finish." -Jason (bigslowrock)

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