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- 2002 RTDA Report - Rob and Paul's Excellent Adventure
The common mans view of the happenings at and around the 2002 RTDA in Las Vegas.
- Best of 2002 Awards at Top25Cigar.com
The results from our "Best of 2002" poll at Top25Cigar. See which cigars were voted the best of 2002.
- A Day at the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company
Rob Shibata visits the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company, and finds old world hospitality can be found today as well.
- Jorge and Orlando Padron Interview with Top25Cigar
Remember back when your parents told you "if you treat everyone with respect, and work hard every day your going to be successful"? When talking to Jorge and Jose Padron, one gets the feeling not only have they heard that saying, but they live it every day.
- Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar
Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in.
- Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar
Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in.
- La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3
If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar.
- La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3
If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar.
- La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3
If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar.
- La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3
If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar.
- Excalibur Prensado Oscuro
The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua.
- Excalibur Prensado Oscuro
The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua.
- Excalibur Prensado Oscuro
The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua.
- Excalibur Prensado Oscuro
The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua.
- Juan Clemente' Grand Corona
None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon.
- Juan Clemente' Grand Corona
None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon.
- Juan Clemente' Grand Corona
None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon.
- Juan Clemente' Grand Corona
None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon.
- Caballeros Corona
If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you.
- Caballeros Corona
If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you.
- Caballeros Corona
If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you.
- Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI
In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks.
- Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI
In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks.
- Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI
In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks.
- Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI
In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks.
- Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro)
Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start.
- Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro)
Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start.
- Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro)
Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start.
- La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3
Summary
- La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3
Summary
- La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3
Summary
- Fonseca 799 Maduro
It isn't often that everyone agrees on one of our cigar reviews, but this was one of the closest we have every seen.
- Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro
You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no.
- Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro
You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no.
- Cuesta Rey No. 7 Maduro
You review enough cigars and you start wondering...wondering if you really do have to pay big cake to get a decent smoke. Cuesta Rey kindly reminds us, the answer is no.
- Drew Estate Natural China 5
Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot.
- Drew Estate Natural China 5
Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot.
- Drew Estate Natural China 5
Covering both ends of the spectrum this week, first we gave you "Nasty", now we calm down a bit, take a muscle relaxant, and give "Natural" a shot.
- Maria Mancini Magic Mountain
When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears.
- Maria Mancini Magic Mountain
When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears.
- Maria Mancini Magic Mountain
When you bring up the term "Magic Mountain", the first thing most people think about is a place in Florida where people are running around wearing funny ears.
- Acid Nasty
Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it.
- Acid Nasty
Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it.
- Acid Nasty
Check out the name, check out the looks, take a whiff, and you won't know whether to smoke it, hide it, or plant it.
- Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto
A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor.
- Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto
A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor.
- Don Tomas Cameroon Robusto
A natural looking wrapper with a very light sheen, the Don Tomas will look good in any humidor.
- Sancho Panza Caballeros
Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000;
- Sancho Panza Caballeros
Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000;
- Sancho Panza Caballeros
Let's put this in perspective, a 93 from CA puts the Sancho Panza Caballero in the same class as the following cigars that CA rated in 2000;
- Sancho Panza Valiente
Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto.
- Sancho Panza Valiente
Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto.
- Sancho Panza Valiente
Our second Staff Review experience with Sancho Panza this month is the "Valiente", a box-pressed robusto.
- Mayorga Robusto Maduro
Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews!
- Mayorga Robusto Maduro
Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews!
- Mayorga Robusto Maduro
Our Mayorga Robusto Maduro review is a month late because three of the five reviewers never turned in reviews!
- Padron 4000
That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000
- Padron 4000
That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000
- Padron 4000
That's a big old cigar hanging out there to your right, in fact it's almost two hours of monster Padron 4000
- Cifuentes Rothschild
If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us.
- Cifuentes Rothschild
If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us.
- Cifuentes Rothschild
If you look up the word schizophrenic in the dictionary, it will have a group picture of the five folks that reviewed this cigar for us.
- La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1
How do you review a cigar when the only consistent comment throughout the reviews was the beauty of the band?
- La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1
How do you review a cigar when the only consistent comment throughout the reviews was the beauty of the band?
- La Flor Dominicana El Jocko No. 1
How do you review a cigar when the only consistent comment throughout the reviews was the beauty of the band?
- Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature
A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature.
- Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature
A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature.
- Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature
A classic cigar with classic good looks, that's what most reviewers expected with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature.
- JR Ultimate Toro
We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will.
- JR Ultimate Toro
We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will.
- JR Ultimate Toro
We've gotten about 10-15 emails in the last couple of years begging us to try the JR Ultimate line of cigars. The emails run pretty much the same, always prompting us to stray from the "name brands" and give a cigar that provides "real value" a try. Okay, we will.
- El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch)
If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either.
- El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch)
If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either.
- El Incomparable Robusto (Single Malt Scotch)
If your a cigar traditionalist, read no further. Wait scratch that, if your a cigar traditionalist, read on! No, that's not right either.
- CAO eXtreme Churchill
What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview:
- CAO eXtreme Churchill
What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview:
- CAO eXtreme Churchill
What is the CAO eXtreme Churchill? We'll let Cano explain that with an excerpt from his interview:
- Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro
The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto.
- Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro
The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto.
- Leon Jimenes Robusto Maduro
The last of Aprils cigars bring us to the new Leon Jimenes Maduro line, more specifically in this case, the Robusto.
- La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid
We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers.
- La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid
We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers.
- La Tradicion Cubana Pyramid
We thought of no better way to open this review than to share some of the opening quotes we saw from our 3 guest reviewers.
- Avo Signature Double Corona
Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us?
- Avo Signature Double Corona
Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us?
- Avo Signature Double Corona
Avo Uvezian turned 75 this year. Wouldn't it be nice when we turn 75 if someone made a special cigar for us?
- Neptune Force 2 Titanide
Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged!
- Neptune Force 2 Titanide
Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged!
- Neptune Force 2 Titanide
Top25Cigar has been accused of pleasantly deceiving our guest reviewers, and we stand guilty as charged!
- Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996
The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand.
- Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996
The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand.
- Cusano Corojo Robusto Vintage 1996
The Dominican made Cusano Corojo cigars are the 7th distinct line to come out of the Cusano Brand.
- Hoja Yellow Band Robusto
Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify.
- Hoja Yellow Band Robusto
Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify.
- Hoja Yellow Band Robusto
Everybody likes a bargain, and there are no doubts a good $2 cigar would qualify.
- Davidoff 5000
These poor cigars have been lonely...real lonely.
- Davidoff 5000
These poor cigars have been lonely...real lonely.
- Davidoff 5000
These poor cigars have been lonely...real lonely.
- H Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 (Habanos)
A rather non-descript little robusto, the H. Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 goes under the microscope for this review.
- H Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 (Habanos)
A rather non-descript little robusto, the H. Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 goes under the microscope for this review.
- General Cigar Announces Daniel Núñez’ Retirement
General Cigar announced today that Daniel Núñez, president and chief operating officer, will retire during the second quarter of 2009
- CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER
Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party
- CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER
Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party
- Dr. Nick's White and Healthy
Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be.
- Dr. Nick's White and Healthy
Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be.
- Dr. Nick's White and Healthy
Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be.
- A Visit to Graycliff
Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always.
- A Visit to Graycliff
Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always.
- Breaking the Cigar Slump!
Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way!
- Breaking the Cigar Slump!
Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way!
- Breaking the Cigar Slump!
Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way!
- Breaking the Cigar Slump!
Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way!
- The Big Smoke - Part I
Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience.
- The Big Smoke - Part I
Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience.
- The Big Smoke - Part I
Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience.
- The Big Smoke - Part Two
Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience
- The Big Smoke - Part Two
Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience
- The Big Smoke - Part Two
Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience
- El Centurion Emperadores
Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars.
- El Centurion Emperadores
Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars.
- El Centurion Emperadores
Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars.
- El Centurion Emperadores
Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars.
- El Centurion Emperadores
Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars.
- Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera
For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers
- Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera
For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers
- “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign
One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars.
- “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign
One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars.
- Last Minute Christmas Gifts!
Here are some suggestions for some cigar gifts for you last miunte shoppers.
- Last Minute Christmas Gifts!
Here are some suggestions for some cigar gifts for you last miunte shoppers.
- Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008
A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes.
- Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008
A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes.
- Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008
A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes.
- Montecristo Sublimes Edicion Limitada 2008
A nice surprise from the 2008 Edicion Limitado Montecristo Sublimes.
- A Visit To Top25Cigar
Rob Shibata writes about his visit to T25C ad Minneapolis.
- A Visit To Top25Cigar
Rob Shibata writes about his visit to T25C ad Minneapolis.
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The La Gloria Cubana Series "R" is supposed to be a more aggressive smoke from the famed La Gloria line of cigars, if our experience is any proof, LGC has hit their mark.
This is a showy cigar, the band compliments the normal LGC logo with a beautiful red and gold addition to the bottom, signaling the separate series. Dress a rich dark looking robusto in the aforementioned band, and you have a cigar dressed up and ready for a night on the town!
You're now holding a good looking cigar that makes claims of being stronger and more full-bodied than what your used to from LGC. Usually your hopes are up, but your ready for a letdown if history is allowed to repeat itself. Most cigar manufacturers have had trouble adding on a "full-bodied" cigar when they seem to stray from their past success. In this case, like Ashton with the "VSG" line, La Gloria has hit on a winner.
"This cigar smoked strong yet smooth, a combination I can't say I've seen in recent times."
"If your a fan of stronger cigars (and I am), but not willing to expose your mouth to toxic fumes for the 3 days post smoke, this cigar is for you. In my opinion, a perfect combination of flavor and body."
We offer up the two quotes above as proof of our reviewers burgeoning love affair with the LGC Series "R".
The taste is dominated by spice, but not to the point where you miss other little nuances hidden throughout this smoking treasure hunt. You may stumble across some inconsistencies in the wrapper and the draw, but most are minor and self correcting. Ultimately, we highly recommend you give this line of smokes a try. If your a fan of larger ring gauges, the No. 6 in this line has a RG of 60! Open wide!
We'll leave you with the following quote, which nicely summed up the advantages and minor flaws of this cigar, with some marital insight as well.
"This cigar put me in a great mood, I lost myself in the thick smoke, strong flavor, and clean taste. A few unravels of the wrapper, which seemed a bit thin was easy to overlook. In fact I got so caught up in the smoke I almost burnt my lips trying to finish every last bit. I guess I shouldn't worry, I'm married so the days of kissing are long gone...in fact my wife cut me off and it took me 6 months to realize it! So much for that great mood."
Vital Statistics:
Shape = Robusto
Length=5 1/2" RG=54
Wrapper =Ecuador
Filler = D.R., Nicaragua
Binder = D.R.
Estimated Cost = $6.00 |