Montecristo Espada Conquistador (Guard) – Toro (6 x 50)
Montecristo is back with the fifth iteration of the Espada line, the Conquistador. Will it conquer your heart with Ometepe or are you going to banish the colonizer back whence they came?
Category: Cigar Reviews
Montecristo Espada Signature (Valiente) – Gran Toro (6 x 55)
Plasencia and the Grupo de Maestros are looking a little woozy after 3 Espada in a row, so I wonder how they’re going to keep things fresh… BAH GAWD IT’S RAFAEL NODAL RUNNING IN WITH THE STEEL CHAIR! 😱
Montecristo Espada Oscuro (Guard) – Toro (6 x 50)
Montecristo takes the Espada to the dark side. If you only knew the power of the dark side… Or maybe it’s just a long trip to suffering?
Montecristo Espada Estoque – Torpedo (6 x 50)
The Estoque references the sword used in Spanish bullfighting. Does it take the bull by the horns?
Montecristo Espada (Guard) – Toro (6 x 50)
The Montecristo Espada represented a couple of firsts for Montecristo, and we already know they weren’t the last. But has the sword dulled with age? More dad jokes and your answer inside! 😏
Ashton Aged Maduro (No. 30) – Lonsdale (6.75 x 44)
Ghandi said, “in the midst of darkness light persists.” Did you know that applies to classically blended maduros too?
Stolen Throne Revelry – Robusto Grande (5 x 54)
The Revelry is the name of the infield party that occurs at the Preakness. Stolen Throne’s Revelry is viewed as an “amped up” version of the Stolen Throne Preakness. But most importantly, does it bring the noise?
My Father Don Pepin Garcia 20th Anniversary – Gran Toro (6.5 x 52)
The Don Pepin Garcia 20th Anniversary celebrates the 20th Anniversary since Don Pepin first opened El Rey de los Habanos in Little Havana. Do we still need candles?
My Father & Tatuaje La Union – My Father for Tatuaje (Red Humidor) – Double Corona (7.25 x 50)
So I only ended up with 3 of the 4 La Union cigars. Does the La Union Red Humidor’s My Father for Tatuaje blend make me wish I had all 4? Or am I just seeing red?
My Father & Tatuaje La Union – Tatuaje for My Father (Black Humidor) – Double Corona (7.25 x 50)
La Union means sampling both blends from the Black humidor, but FML that’s another $60 cigar. Oh well, for science!
My Father & Tatuaje La Union – My Father for Tatuaje (Black Humidor) – Double Corona (7.25 x 50)
The La Union celebrates the 20-plus year relationship of My Father and Tatuaje. But at this price, do we need a pre-nup?
Warped Gellis Family Heritage No. 50 – Robusto (5 x 50)
Gellis Family announced a new Heritage line at PCA 2026. Here it is, so now we smoke it. And there was much rejoicing.
Warped Gellis Family Saunter – Robusto (5.25 x 48)
The Saunter was the second release of the Gellis Family line. Much like that scene in the Simpsons, I heard there was fierce debate between “amble” or “saunter.”
Warped Gellis Family Marevas – Corona (5.13 x 43)
The Marevas was the inaugural release for the Gellis Family line of cigars from Warped’s Kyle Gellis. Is the Marevas the golden child? Or is it the red-headed stepchild of the Gellis Family?
Warped New Day – Toro (5.88 x 52)
Warped’s New Day is a blend that was picked by a select group of Warped retailers. But more importantly, you can pick your friends, and you can pick your nose, but you can’t pick your friend’s nose!
Oliva Serie V Melanio Edicion Año 2023 – Perfecto (5.5 x 54)
A more expensive version of the production blend Melanio because it’s being offered in a limited edition vitola for only that year? Who doesn’t love paying more when you actually get a little less? Hmmm…. 🤔
Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Limitada 2020 – Toro (6 x 54)
Who expected to find 6 year old cigars on discount from a major retailer? Not me, but let’s goooooooo!
Lampert Limitada 2025 – Toro (Box Press) (6 x 54)
The Lampert Limitada 2025 was offered in an extremely small batch with its initial release in 2025. It’s back in 2026. Does it live up to the hype?
Lampert Limitada 2026 – Toro (Box Press) (6 x 54)
The Limitada 2026 extends Lampert’s annual limited edition signature cigars with an all-new Ecuadorian Connecticut blend. Is it the Godfather 2 or the Godfather 3 in terms of sequels?
Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut 10th Anniversary – Toro (6 x 52)
It’s been ten years since the spaceman first appeared. Does the 10th Anniversary earn Matt Booth extra pics of your hooves in his DMs?
Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut Maduro – Gordo (6 x 60)
Room101 has introduced a Maduro version of the Johnny Tobacconaut. Will it turn you to the dark side?
Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut – Perfecto (6 x 56)
I’m finally getting down with the spaceman. Is the Perfecto the perfect option?
OZ Family Cigars Maracana – Gordo (Box Press) (6 x 60)
The Maracana is a modern take on multiple aspects of Ozgener Family passions and Brazilian inspired nostalgia. How will it resonate with you?
OZ Family Cigars Karatoba – Gordo (Box Press) (6 x 60)
Tim Ozgener described the Karatoba’s profile as having “the essence of a hearty, well-seasoned bolognese sauce, with a maple-syrup finish.” Are we sending it back or asking for seconds?
Crowned Heads Belgian Blue Limited Edition 2025 – Robusto Grande (Box Press) (5.5 x 56)
The Belgian Blue is a big swole motherfucker of a cow that is uber powerful. The Crowned Heads Belgian Blue has 75% filler ligero so it’s kind of the same thing. But is it power with precision or just bullshit?
LA Cigar Collective Le Flambeaux (No. 3) – Gran Toro (6.5 x 55)
LA Cigar Collective offers Le Flambeaux, their third exclusive blend. Does it light the way or leave you in the dark?
Crowned Heads Thunderkiss – Robusto Grande (5 x 54)
You’re all shook up, aren’t you baby? I never try anything, I just do it. Maybe we should do the Crowned Heads Thunderkiss and listen to some Devil Music. 🤘🏻
Definition Kinsman (Red Band) – Toro (6 x 50)
The original Kinsman was far too short in both its length and the time it was available. Then an angel named Jamond brought it back as regular production with an extra inch, answering all our prayers. 🙏🏻
Definition One13 (White Band) – Toro (6 x 52)
The One13 is inspired by the home of Jamond’s grandparents and the memories made there. Good thing he didn’t base it off my grandparents because it’d be instant coffee and cheap cigarettes influencing the blend. 😆
Definition Pi5ot (Green Band) – Toro (6 x 52)
The Pi5ot is a new for 2026 blend from Definition that pays tribute to the players that inspired Jamond. So is the Pi5ot l33t or is it a brick? 🏀
Lampert Continental 52 – Robusto (5 x 52)
Look, another Lampert Black Card cigar! Do these things multiply like rabbits? Does it matter if it slaps? I’m sure at some point I’ll get caught up with the existing releases and be stuck lamenting that I have to wait for what’s to come next, but in the meantime, let’s enjoy what we have. 😆
Casdagli Villa Casdagli (Pigasus) – Figurado (5 x 58)
I dive into the Casdagli Villa Casdagli with the unique Pigasus vitola. Maybe it’ll get you to squeal with delight?
Apostate The Deseret – Robusto Grande (5.25 x 54)
Deseret is a term in the Book of Mormon that translates to “honeybee.” Will this honeybee be sweet or sting?
Montecristo M – Toro (6 x 52)
Altadis procured Ecuadorian Connecticut tobacco with 20 years of age on it and tasked AJ Fernandez with creating a blend worthy of the rare leaf. Is it worth the premium price or does the M stands for miss?
Lampert Platino – A (9.25 x 48)
Lampert offered the Platino blend in an A format for the Black Card holders. If that’s too much for you to handle, you can always use it like a wand for Harry Potter cosplay.
Tatuaje Creature – Perfecto (6.83 x 52)
Tatuaje’s Creature makes its standalone debut. Does the Creature capture your fancy like Kay Lawrence? Or does it need to be sent back to the murky depths?
Lampert Ocean Breeze – Gran Toro (6.5 x 56)
Lampert’s Ocean Breeze, will it make you feel fine? Or is it just blowin’ through the jasmine in your mind?
Surpassion King of Battle – Toro (6 x 50)
Surpassion’s King of Battle commemorates 250 Years of U.S. Army Artillery excellence. Does it discharge or jam up?
Surpassion Valor – Toro (6 x 50)
Surpassion’s debut cigar, Valor, is dedicated to all of America’s service members and the courage in giving everything to serve. Will this blend get you to enlist with Surpassion?
Surpassion Queen of Battle – Toro (6 x 50)
Surpassion’s Queen of Battle honors the US Army Infantry, the first branch of the Army. Does it get a Hooah?
Paul Stulac Red Screaming Sun – Toro (6 x 52)
Paul Stulac says the Red Screaming Sun came “while staring at a gorgeous sunset on a tobacco field in CT and having a ‘cigar moment’ and expressing it was a screaming sun. Add CT broadleaf to a cigar and put them in red boxes and Red Screaming Sun is born.” He wasn’t lying when he said, “names are important and ridiculous at the same time.”
My Father La Lealtad – Torpedo (Box Press) (6.13 x 52)
La Lealtad is Spanish for “loyalty.” This cigar definitely tested my ability to stick with it.
CAO Escaparate (TAM.095) – Toro (6 x 52)
CAO time warps us with a special blend from their very early days. It’s just a jump to the left…. then a step to the right?
La Flor Dominicana Solis – Toro (6.5 x 50)
Little brothers always imitate and try to one-up their older brothers. Does Litto Jr.’s Solis stack up as the ideal contrast to Tony’s La Nox?
La Flor Dominicana La Nox – Toro (6.5 x 50)
La Nox is a well known blend by Tony Gomez that’s been around for a decade, but I decided to shine a little light on it.
La Gloria Cubana Gran Legado – Figurado (7.75 x 62)
The LGC Gran Legado is a cigar that pays tribute to the workers who make La Gloria Cubana, made by only the most experienced rollers using higher priming leaves in the filler. Sounds amazing…. on paper.
La Flor Dominicana Oro Maduro (No. 6) – Toro (6 x 54)
The LFD Oro line is almost 15 years old, so let’s take a fresh look.
Stolen Throne Yorktown Fleet – Torpedo (Box Press) (6 x 50)
Stolen Throne’s Yorktown Fleet is an homage to the naval history of Stolen Throne’s home town. Does it bring superior firepower or is it all wet?
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Todos Las Dias 2026 (Double Wide Belicoso) – Belicoso (4.75 x 60)
If you’re struggling to fall asleep, I start this one with a bedtime story. It’s about how Steve Saka told me not to smoke his shit. OMG, WHAT??? Don’t get your tits twisted, it’s a good story! Who doesn’t love a happy ending? And the story wraps up nicely too!
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust 10th Jubilee – Corona Gorda (5.63 x 48)
10 years of Saka. You’re going to have your own strong opinion on that statement regardless of what I say. And that’s the beauty of Steve Saka.
