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Cigar Review: Ortega Serie D Habano

Sep 14, 2018 | Cigar Reviews

I would classify this as a second shelf cigar, this isn’t a world class cigar you want to save for a special occasion, but it isn’t exactly an everyday smoke you would want to waste on mowing the grass either. This is a cigar that is best enjoyed after a good dinner, as the power of the cigar does ramp up pretty high and the nicotine hit it provides in conjunction with the intense flavor could be a little much for a middle of the day cigar or a smoke on an empty stomach. Overall, this is a nice cigar to have in the humidor and one that deserves a place in any smoker’s lineup, even if its not on regular rotation.

Accessory Review: Newport Zero Metallic Pocket Cigar Torch

Sep 10, 2018 | Cigar Accessories, Cigar Lifestyle

If you caught our review last week about the Newport Zero Double Flame Cigar Lighter then you are already in ahead of the game and know that we recently acquired three different variety of cigar torch lighters from Newport Zero, a supplier of premium, top-quality...

Cigar Review: Rocky Patel Edge A-10 The Sixty

Aug 19, 2018 | Cigar Reviews

I would classify this cigar as a top shelf smoke, this is a cigar you want in your humidor for those times when you want to sit back and relax with a nice drink and be able to pay proper attention to the flavors of the cigar you are smoking. I enjoyed this cigar so much that I put through an order before writing up this review so I can get more in the humidor. This cigar is a pleasure to smoke, a pleasure to be around when smoked and gets our recommendation for being added to anyone’s lineup.

The Dollar Shave Club

Aug 18, 2018 | Things We Love

Whether your man or woman we all have to deal with the fact that our bodies grow hair, hair where we want it, hair where we don't want it - and the major personal hygiene companies of the world have capitalized on this fact - I mean come on, shaving razors are a...

Cigar Review: Petrus Oscuro Gordo

Aug 10, 2018 | Cigar Reviews

This is one of those cigars that you throw in the humidor for when you have buddies over that don’t know a good smoke from a horrible smoke – it looks great, smells great and to a less experienced smoker it might even taste great to them. Now don’t get me wrong, the flavors in the cigar were good, however they didn’t mix well, didn’t transition well. This might be a good smoke for those days your running the mower and don’t really care what you’re smoking, because its definitely better than a gas station cigar, but just not one that I would keep in my rotation.

Retailer Review: StogieBoys.com – 3.5/5 Stars

Aug 2, 2018 | Retailer Reviews

Retailer Review: Stogie Boys Stogie Boys is an online retailer based out of Pennsylvania that claims to be “America’s finest cigar shop” – a pretty bold claim considering the plethora of other online retailers on the market! According to their website, Stogie Boys was...

Review: Rocky Patel Dark Dominion

Sep 23, 2017 | Cigar Reviews

I would put this a second shelf cigar – while the appearance and construction of the cigar meet the standards I would expect from a Rocky Patel the overall flavor and body of the cigar don’t match my expectations of a Maduro. Don’t get me wrong, the cigar is a pleasurable smoke and I enjoyed smoking it – it’s not something I would classify as a celebration or special occasion cigar, nor would I put it as a low as an everyday smoker. If you are looking for a medium bodied cigar that has a tendency towards spice, then this is right for you. I’m anxious to see what some time in the humidor will do to this particular stick because I think it has more potential given the time to rest and age properly. In the end, you can’t go wrong adding a box of these to your humidor for the occasional smoke.

Review: Rocky Patel Winter Collection 2012

Aug 28, 2017 | Cigar Reviews

This is a complex cigar that requires the time to sit back and relax with in order to appreciate the flavors which are produced. If you’re looking for a run of the mill cigar than this isn’t it, but if you are looking for a relaxing smoke and want to experience a diverse flavor profile than this would fit the bill. My biggest concerns about this particular cigar were the construction and burn issues, which are in my experience uncommon with Rocky Patel. I wouldn’t rate this as RP’s best, and it is nowhere near the quality of a Vintage ’90 or Vintage ’92, for this reason I would put it as a second shelf cigar.