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Blind Cigar Review: Black Works Studio | Boondock Saint Corona Larga

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·February 28, 2018

Blind Cigar Review: Black Works Studio | Boondock Saint Corona Larga

"It's hard for me to assign a top rating to any cigar, and I try to reserve the highest mark for something really wondrous. This is about as close to cigar perfection for me as I can imagine. Big bold flavors with a lot of strength. Packs a punch but the potency was never over the top and the overall balance between strength and flavor was really thoroughly impressive. " -John I. (John I.)

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Blind Cigar Review: My Father | La Opulencia Corona

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·February 12, 2018

Blind Cigar Review: My Father | La Opulencia Corona

"As ugly as this cigar was, it goes to show that you can't judge a book by the cover. The flavors were so good. There was complexity, and yet consistent notes that pulled everything together. I would gladly reach for this cigar again. " -Matthew T. (A Huge Nerd)

Accessory Reviews All Featured IPCPR Matthew T.Xikar

·January 18, 2018

Accessory Review: Xikar | Linea Single Flame Lighter

That brings us to one of the best features. The price. The MSRP of the Linea is only $29.99. And don't go thinking that this "budget" lighter isn't still a performer. Xikar still backs the Linea with a lifetime warranty, just like the other Xikar lighters that cost two or three times as much. Functionality, efficiency, and reliability all in such a meager price point is not easy to do, but Xikar did it with the Linea. The Linea is available in Yellow (pictured), Red, Blue, and Black. It is available where Xikar products are sold, and at Xikar.com

Accessory Review: Xikar | Envoy High Performance Cigar Case

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·January 4, 2018

Accessory Review: Xikar | Envoy High Performance Cigar Case

The wow factor in this case comes from the top. It is a metal accent piece with a nice polished finish. The narrow fins with the black contrast insets are meant to mimic the look of the cooling fins on an engine. Just like the cruiser motorcycles that this look is meant to emulate, the contrast of the black leather against the shiny chrome is a classic look. Even with the v-twin styling, this case would also feel at home in the breast pocket of your favorite business suit.

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Blind Cigar Review: Partagas | Ramon y Ramon Robusto

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·December 8, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Partagas | Ramon y Ramon Robusto

"I enjoyed the flavors of this stick, however the lack of complexity and changes made for a monotone experience. Go ahead and give it a try... it is good, but I would like something more arousing. " -John A. (John A.)

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·February 21, 2018

Editorial: Puro Sabor 2018 | Introduction

In my most recent trip to Nicaragua I was fortunate to attend Puro Sabor 2018. Puro Sabor is a celebration of the Nicaraguan cigar industry and the people who make it so wonderful. I had previously been to Nicaragua once before, in the fall of 2015, and I was so grateful to be able to go back again. Since there's so much to cover about this trip I'll break it into a series of different articles each covering different aspects of the trip itself. One theme that I hope you'll notice in all of these articles is the people. The people are the most important aspect of every piece of the cigar industry in Nicaragua. Nothing is more important to the industry than its people and it's the relationships that make the cigar industry in Nicaragua so beautiful and so wonderful.

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Overall Score - Very Good

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton T&T | Muestra de Saka Nacatamale

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·January 19, 2018

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton T&T | Muestra de Saka Nacatamale

"Overall a very pleasant stick. Once it started mellowing out a little bit the cigar became a very nice smoke. This is one I'll be looking at more closely after the reveal, and would consider a box purchase on if the price is right. " -Dave W. (mdwest)

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Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Master Selection 2013

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·January 8, 2018

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Master Selection 2013

"This cigar was a tasty bugger. The performance throughout the smoking experience, coupled with great flavors and combinations was just great. The sweetness mixed with other nuances really made me happy, and I will be looking forward to knowing what this is so I can buy some for myself. Well done! " -Matthew T. (A Huge Nerd)

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·January 1, 2018

Editorial: Don Lucas Cigar Factory | Mundo Autentico – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Since I have already been to some cigar factories, I had some idea what to expect. What was so wonderful about the tour at the Don Lucas cigar factory was the close family atmosphere. While it is a small factory by some standards, they do not cut corners on quality or final product. They meet or exceed some quality control and aging standards that I have seen from other manufacturers. They don’t disclose what daily production rates are, but they vary. It all depends on what leaf they have in stock that day that is ready to be rolled. They do not base anything off production quotas, but only on quality standards. I greatly admire that practice, especially considering how rare it is becoming in the cigar industry.

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Blind Cigar Review: Espinosa | Murcielago Robusto

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·November 15, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Espinosa | Murcielago Robusto

"This was a pretty long smoke for a robusto, taking almost an hour and a half to complete. I enjoyed this one a lot and intentionally smoked it slow and cool. Very nice flavors and great performance. I'll be seeking this one out again for sure. " -Dave W. (mdwest)

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Matthew T.

Blind Cigar Review: Black Works Studio | Boondock Saint Corona Larga

Blind Cigar Review: My Father | La Opulencia Corona

Accessory Review: Xikar | Linea Single Flame Lighter

Accessory Review: Xikar | Envoy High Performance Cigar Case

Blind Cigar Review: Partagas | Ramon y Ramon Robusto

Editorial: Puro Sabor 2018 | Introduction

Blind Cigar Review: Dunbarton T&T | Muestra de Saka Nacatamale

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Master Selection 2013

Editorial: Don Lucas Cigar Factory | Mundo Autentico – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Blind Cigar Review: Espinosa | Murcielago Robusto

POWSTANIE CIGARS ANNOUNCES THE 250TH AMERICAN ANNIVERSARY WAR BEAR

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