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96%

Extraordinary

Quick Cigar Review: Crowned Heads | Las Calaveras Robusto

All Crowned Heads Emmett Featured Habano Jon Huber Natural Nicaragua Oscuro Quick Cigar Reviews Robusto

·March 28, 2014

Quick Cigar Review: Crowned Heads | Las Calaveras Robusto

Overall, this was a tremendous smoke, not even taking into account the fact that it's pretty young and hasn't been released yet. I can only imagine how these will be in 6 months or a year. The draw and burn were both spot on and I had no issues with construction. I think Jon Huber has struck gold again with this release and I will definitely pick up a box for myself.

94%

Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueno | Protocol Toro

All Blind Cigar Reviews Craig Cubariqueno Erik Espinosa Featured Habano Hector Alfonso Sr.Jeff Kent Nicaragua Oscuro Sandeep Toro

·December 4, 2015

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueno | Protocol Toro

"I really enjoyed this cigar. The chocolate undertones in the front were balanced beautifully by the mildness and cohesive flavors in the final third. I would recommend this to a friend who desires a mild, yet complex enough smoke." -Kent (Throck)

93%

Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Serino Royal Maduro XX

All Blind Cigar Reviews Dave Featured Gregg Habano IPCPR Mickey T.Nicaragua Omar González Alemán Oscuro Serino Steve Toro

·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)

93%

Great

Blind Cigar Review: Montecristo | Espada Oscuro Guard

All Blind Cigar Reviews Featured Grupo de Maestros Habano Montecristo (DR)Nicaragua Oscuro Rosado Toro

·March 27, 2020

Blind Cigar Review: Montecristo | Espada Oscuro Guard

"I was leery about the first third, hoping it may have some complexity of this blend, however i was delightfully surprised bu the last two thirds. A menagerie of roasted and tasty charred flavors intermingling with sweet caramel and chocolate flavors made this end up being two thumbs up for me! Paired with flawless appearance, construction and burn made it all the better. Top notch med-full bodied smoke!" -John A. (Bostoneo)

92%

Total Score - Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto

All Blind Cigar Reviews Drew Estate Emmett Featured Jason Jonathan Drew Milton Myles Nicaragua Oscuro Robusto Ron Will

·August 7, 2013

Blind Cigar Review: Drew Estate | Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto

"From the initial lighting, this was simply an outstanding cigar that I hated to see end. I would definitely buy a box or bundle of these as I'm sure they'll only get better over time. It reminded me of some ultra premium brands that surely deserves a place in every humidor out there. Can't wait to see which one this is." -Milton (mjohnsoniii)

95%

Total Score - Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Nicaragua Box Pressed

All Blind Cigar Reviews Craig Davidoff Dominican Republic Featured Habano Hendrik Kelner Oscuro Robert Steve Toro Wes

·May 2, 2016

Blind Cigar Review: Davidoff | Nicaragua Box Pressed

"This was one of those smokes that comes along every so often- actually it’s pretty rare for me anyway, that just captivates your senses. The ol’ “Calgon take me away” commercial ran through my mind as a comparison… It was a phenomenal smoke, one that I hope, hope, hope I get to experience again and again. I pray that this stogie is one that fits my meager stogie budget because I gotta have some more of these. It was a little over an hour of peace & serenity and I loved every minute of it!" -Robert (NavyPiper)

93%

Total Score - Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Epicurean | Carnavale Petite Corona

All Blind Cigar Reviews Corona Craig Emmett Epicurian Featured Gregg Habano Nicaragua Oscuro Ron Steve Ysidron Wes

·July 6, 2015

Blind Cigar Review: Epicurean | Carnavale Petite Corona

"I loved this cigar, one of the better ones I have reviewed in recent history. Everything from the flavors, transitions and the construction were great. I really liked this corona vitola, and I'm curious what other sizes it is offered in as I wouldn't mind one that lasts longer. I would recommend this to anyone assuming the price is right." -Emmett (rhetorik)

93%

Great

Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva GT20 - Blind Cigar Review

Alejandro Martinez Cuenca All Blind Cigar Reviews Featured Joya De Nicaragua Juan Martinez Nicaragua Oscuro Toro

·March 2, 2022

Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva GT20 – Blind Cigar Review

"This cigar hit all the right notes for me. Flavors were spot on and bold. They worked so well together. These are the types of cigars I'm drawn to generally. This would definitely be a cigar I'd enjoy after a nice steak dinner. And it's definitely one I'd try again. Either as a fiver or as a box buy. " -Kevin J. (maninblack77)

92%

Total Score - Great

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueño | Protocol Lancero

All Blind Cigar Reviews Collaboration Review Cubariqueno Derek Featured Habano IPCPR Kyle Lancero Matt C.Natural Nicaragua Oscuro Stefan

·January 4, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Cubariqueño | Protocol Lancero

Cigar Info A line extension to the original Protocol release was shows off at this years IPCPR trade show. The...

92%

Overall Score - Great

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·September 15, 2017

Blind Cigar Review: Gurkha | Cellar Reserve 12 Year Platinum Solara

"This cigar was an absolute dynamite smoking experience. From the look and feel in the hand to the smooth flavor transitions, this cigar will please the entire range of smokers. Grab some of these and truly enjoy. Great cigar. " -Steve (ThaGreatWazoo)

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