Lock, Stock and Two Great Budget Cigars? Two Smoking Barrels from GQ Tobaccos
When GQ Tobaccos asked if I’d review their new Two Smoking Barrels Nicaraguan puro cigars, I couldn’t say no, especially as they’re in the budget cigar range
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Quesada Casa Magna Colorado Robusto Cigar Review: 15 years on and still taking on the big hitters?
Back in 2008 Manuel Quesada first released his Casa Magna cigars and they took the cigar world by storm. A collaboration with Nestor Plasencia, this budget Nicaraguan puro took the top spot as Cigar...
Micallef Herencia Habano: A cigar of Cuban legacy… only better?
Over the years I have heard a lot of positive talk about Micallef cigars. Friends over in America who’s opinion I trust have nothing but great things to say about the brand and often...
Rebellion Rockstar You Shook Me All Night Long: An earth shaking cigar?
The branding for the Rebellion Rockstar cigar range is definitely eye catching but just what did I think of their “You Shook Me All Night Long” robusto?
Dapper El Borracho Natural Edmundo cigar: Well dressed and tasteful
The Dapper El Borracho Natural Edmundo is an unassuming, slightly deceptive cigar. With strong aromas of cocoa, just how chocolatey does it taste?
Rocky Patel The Edge Maduro Toro:
I’ve been let down by cigars with undisclosed blends before. As the Rocky Patel The Edge Maduro Toro has Nestor Plasencia’s hands on it, would it disappoint me?
Rebellion Rockstar Paradise City Robusto: Just how green is the grass?
I was honoured when Rebellion Cigars asked me to review their Rockstar cigars. Choosing which one to start with wasn’t easy, but I plumped for the Paradise City
Cigars of the week: October 2021
It’s the end of September and here is a rundown of my cigars of the week. These are just capsule reviews and notes for myself. Full reviews will be linked.
2019 Cigar of the Year – Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Maestro: A party worth attending?
The Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Maestro was Cigar Aficionado’s 2019 Cigar of the Year. I might be late to the party, but does this cigar still measure up?
Oliva Serie V Melanio Natural Robusto: Is it as great as its reputation?
Oliva Serie V Melanio cigars are some of the highest-rated, bestselling NC cigars. I was excited to smoke and review one and see if it was as good as I’d heard
