My Week of Cigars: 4th to 10th October Sometimes less is more
I’ve had a much quieter week of cigars although double bill at a virtual tasting on Thursday upped my quota. I it was definitely a case of quality over quantity
What's new pussycat? My latest musings.
El Viejo Continente Half Corona Double Bill: Small but mighty
Cold winter nights often leave us wanting a short, full flavoured cigars. El Viejo Continente The Circus and Maduro Piccolo Half Coronas are the perfect choice.
Vegas de Santiago D8 Corto: A cigar of perfect proportions
The Vegas de Santiago D8 Corto is crafted with the care you would expect from Mark Niehaus. It’s a rich and flavoursome gordito cigar but be wary at the nub…
Cigars of the Week: 27th September – 3rd October
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.
Skull 77 El Diablo: How much does size matter?
Laurent Taha, the man behind Skull 77 cigars is known his devil may care attitude. He called double gordo the El Diablo, but is bigger always better?
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?
Independencia 1898 Robusto: Different and unexpected
I love trying cigars that are new to me. When James Barber Tobacconist gifted me the Independencia 1898 Robusto whilst visiting, I was understandably excited
Joya de Nicaragua Numero Uno l’Ambassadeur: An ambassador’s gift
The Joya de Nicaragua Numero Uno l’Ambassadeur started life as a diplomatic gift. I smoked this mild and creamy cigar at a joint WiCC and Robert Graham event.
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
Super Fly Super Corona: Super construction
The Super Fly Super Corona is an eye-catching cigar. From the glossy purple exterior of the box to the 70s vibe of the band, it entices you to cut and light it
