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Matt Cade

92%

Great

Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche - Blind Cigar Review

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·July 7, 2021

Hoyo La Amistad Dark Sumatra Media Noche – Blind Cigar Review

"This enjoyable cigar featured great construction from start to finish. While there was not a great deal of complexity present, the transitions in both strength and dominant flavors (especially in the second third) were quite enjoyable. While I wish the creaminess had stuck around longer, the bold cedar and mostly consistent spice danced very well together throughout the smoking experience." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

93%

Great

Island Lifestyle Island Club Toro - Blind Cigar Review

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·June 18, 2021

Island Lifestyle Island Club Toro – Blind Cigar Review

"This cigar was fantastic! this is coming from a guy who rarely smokes a Connie. I may have to rethink this after smoking this one. There was a Connie from DE many years ago, which is no longer in production, that I loved. This reminds me of that cigar and I will search it out once I find out what it is. I recommend you do the same." -James H. (Keikan Jim)

91%

Very Good

Kristoff Cameroon Robusto - Blind Cigar Review

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·May 28, 2021

Kristoff Cameroon Robusto – Blind Cigar Review

"The plethora of woodsy notes in this cigar with the addition of the pronounced mineral component reminded me of several Cuban maduros that I’ve smoked over the years. It’s an enjoyable smoking experience, I especially appreciated the spike in strength in the final third which kept the finale from being boring. I hate boring cigars and this one passed the boring test." -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

94%

Excellent

Blind Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente | Don Carlos No. 3

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·May 3, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente | Don Carlos No. 3

"I want to smoke another one of these refined, delicious cigars immediately. I’m so curious to see if the flavor profile is consistent amongst other samples because if they are - it is without a singular doubt box-purchase worthy. Seek this excellent cigar out immediately before I buy them all!" -Matt Cade (CadeTNCC)

86%

Fair

Blind Cigar Review: La Aurora | 107 Corona

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·April 21, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: La Aurora | 107 Corona

"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)

93%

Great

Kristoff Sumatra Robusto - Blind Cigar Review

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·June 28, 2021

Kristoff Sumatra Robusto – Blind Cigar Review

"I really enjoyed this cigar. I was a little worried about the pepper blast at the beginning, but it smoothed out and was enjoyable. Not overly complex, but not linear in flavor profile either. It had just the right mix and developed nicely as it went along. This is a cigar I would be proud to hand my experienced smoking friends, and even those less experienced looking for a medium to full-bodied experience without the strength making it tough for them. I am looking forward to finding out what this one is! " -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

92%

Great

Kristoff GC Signature Series Robusto - Blind Cigar Review

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·June 9, 2021

Kristoff GC Signature Series Robusto – Blind Cigar Review

"This was a great cigar overall. The flavors did not pop, but they were there. retro-hale was very smooth and It was a very easy cigar to smoke. I'd smoke it again over and over again if the price point were right. " -James H. (Keikan Jim)

90%

Very Good

Casdagli Cabinet Selection Romano - Blind Cigar Review

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·May 19, 2021

Casdagli Cabinet Selection Romano – Blind Cigar Review

"This was a great little cigar. Nice transitions, and a flavor complexity kind of right in the middle. Not too simple, not overly complex. Burn and draw made for a fun enjoyment factor, and the flavors definitely leave you wanting there to be more to smoke when it is done. Mild-mannered, and no stronger than medium, this would be a good anytime cigar, especially if you are wanting to reach for something with some good flavors and don't have a ton of time to sit and enjoy. " -Kevin A. (Kevin A.)

85%

Blind Cigar Review: Grunt Rolls | Ink Stick Oscuro Gordo

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·April 23, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: Grunt Rolls | Ink Stick Oscuro Gordo

"What started out as a good cigar ended poorly. Enjoyed the variety of notes that came through. Towards the end, the wrapper split and unraveled. Draw became hard and the cigar became spongy. Touch-up was needed at the beginning and two re-lights were needed at the end. A 50/50 cigar. Never know which half will be enjoyable." -Sean F. (fullermaine)

89%

Good

Blind Cigar Review: AVO | Classic Belicoso

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·April 16, 2021

Blind Cigar Review: AVO | Classic Belicoso

"Flavor profile notwithstanding, this was a smooth and easy smoke. If you're a fan of floral cigars, with a simple expression that you don't have to think a lot about, this could make a nice Sunday morning cigar with a cup of tea and a good book. But it's a miss for me." -Vance T. (Vance)

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Matt Cade

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