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AGING ROOM

Aging Room cigars are premium, hand-rolled cigars from the Dominican Republic, known for their intricate blends and time-intensive aging process, which creates a smooth and balanced smoking experience. Created by Rafael Nodal, the brand's philosophy centers on using rare and aged tobaccos, often with names inspired by musical terms to reflect their harmonious complexity. Popular lines include the acclaimed Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Maestro, which won Cigar of the Year in 2019.

Flavor: Varies by blend; examples include spicy, earthy, leathery, coffee, chocolate, and nutty notes.
Origin: Blends are created by Rafael Nodal; production occurs in the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, notably with A.J. Fernandez.
Strength: Generally medium-full to full-bodied, with some blends increasing in strength as they are smoked.

Wrapper: Varies by line, including Nicaraguan Sumatra, Nicaraguan hybrid, and other high-quality leaves.
Filler: Typically consists of meticulously aged, high-quality tobaccos, often from Nicaragua, with rare tobaccos like Pelo d'Oro used in some lines.
Portfolio: Includes highly-rated lines like Quattro (e.g., Nicaragua), Rare Collection, and others like Bin No. 1, Core, and La Bohème.

ALEC BRADLEY

Alec Bradley is a brand of handmade cigars known for a range of flavor profiles, from smooth and mild to bold and full-bodied, often featuring notes of cedar, spice, coffee, and leather. They are primarily produced in Honduras and are praised for their quality and complexity, with popular blends like Prensado and Black Market receiving high ratings and awards.

Flavor: Varies by blend, but can include notes of leather, spice, chocolate, coffee, earthiness, and cream.
Origin: Typically blended with tobaccos from Nicaragua and Honduras.
Strength: Generally medium to full-bodied, with some blends having a more robust profile.

Wrapper: Varies by blend, with examples including Nicaraguan (e.g., Black Market Estelí) and Connecticut wrappers.
Filler: Varies by blend, with Nicaraguan and Honduran tobaccos being common.
Portfolio: A wide range of cigars, including highly-rated and award-winning lines like the Prensado (Cigar of the Year 2011) and Black Market.

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ARTURO FUENTE

Arturo Fuente is a brand of premium, handcrafted cigars known for its family heritage and wide range of products, from mild to full-bodied. The cigars are made in the Dominican Republic and are celebrated for their quality, with iconic lines like the full-bodied OpusX and the medium to full-bodied Don Carlos. Depending on the specific cigar, flavor profiles can range from mild and creamy with notes of coffee and cedar to bold and complex with hints of chocolate, leather, and spice.

Flavor: Varies by line; includes notes of cedar, spice, cocoa, coffee, nuts, and earth; often has a signature sweetness.
Origin: Family-owned and operated, founded in 1912, now primarily made in the Dominican Republic.
Strength: Generally mild to medium, but can range from mild to full-bodied depending on the specific line and wrapper.

Wrapper: Uses a variety of wrappers, including Cameroon, Connecticut Shade, and Ecuador.
Filler: Primarily Dominican tobacco.
Portfolio: Includes iconic lines like Hemingway, Don Carlos, and Chateau Fuente, as well as the high-end Opus X and others.

BOLIVAR

Bolivar cigars are known for their rich, full-bodied, and powerful flavor profiles, making them a favorite among experienced cigar smokers. They are often described as having notes of earth, leather, spice, and cocoa, with a robust, complex, and sometimes creamy character. Both Cuban and non-Cuban versions exist, but Cuban-made Bolivar cigars are renowned for being among the strongest Havana cigars.

Flavor: Notes of dark chocolate, cocoa, espresso, nuts, caramel, spice, and leather.
Origin: Primarily Cuban-made by Habanos S.A., with a separate, non-Cuban brand made by General Cigar using Nicaraguan and Dominican tobacco.
Strength: Bold and full-bodied, but smooth and not overwhelming in nicotine strength for many smokers.

Wrapper: Cuban wrapper for Habanos S.A. releases, sometimes featuring aged leaves from the top of the plant. The General Cigar brand uses a Honduran San Agustin Ligero wrapper.
Filler: Cuban filler leaves from the Vuelta Abajo zone for Habanos S.A. releases. General Cigar brand uses Nicaraguan and Dominican filler.
Portfolio: Includes standard production cigars as well as limited editions and Regional Editions, with new sizes and formats introduced periodically.

BRICK HOUSE

Brick House cigars are a line of handmade Nicaraguan cigars known for their quality craftsmanship and value. They feature a blend of aged Nicaraguan long-fillers and are available with various wrappers, such as the classic Havana Subido or a Brazilian Maduro. Flavor profiles vary by blend but often include notes of earth, cedar, pepper, coffee, and leather, with a smooth and consistent smoking experience.

Flavor: Notes of earth, cedar, pepper, and coffee, complemented by a toasty, slightly sweet finish. Other notes include mesquite, hickory, and leather.
Origin: Modern versions are made in Nicaragua at the J.C. Newman PENSA factory, reviving a brand that was originally named after the Newman family's childhood home in Hungary.
Strength: Medium to medium-full, though a Connecticut line offers a milder experience.

Wrapper: Varies by blend, including Ecuadorian Habano, Brazilian Maduro, and Connecticut Shade.
Filler: Nicaraguan long-fillers across all blends.
Portfolio: Includes several blends like the original (Ecuadorian Habano wrapper) and the Maduro (Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper), plus options like the Double Connecticut which uses both Connecticut Shade wrapper and binder.

CAMACHO

Camacho cigars are renowned for their bold, full-throttle flavor profiles, excellent construction, and a philosophy summarized by their motto: "Live Loud". The brand is famous for its extensive use of authentic, Honduran-grown Corojo seed tobacco, which provides a rich, spicy, and earthy character.

Flavor: Varies by blend, from rich dark chocolate and espresso in the Broadleaf, to citrus and pepper in the Connecticut and Nicaragua lines.
Origin: Dominican Republic.
Strength: Varies from medium-bodied to full-bodied, depending on the specific blend.

Wrapper: Varies by blend, including Ecuadorian Connecticut, Nicaraguan Habano, and Broadleaf.
Filler: Typically uses Honduran Corojo seed tobacco and a blend of Dominican and Honduran long-filler tobacco.
Portfolio: Includes popular lines such as Connecticut, Corojo, Broadleaf, Triple Maduro, and Nicaragua.

CAO

CAO offers a wide variety of cigars, known for their creative blending, innovative techniques like pilón fermentation, and diverse, high-quality tobaccos from around the world. Their portfolio ranges from bold, full-bodied smokes to smoother, more approachable options, with some lines featuring unique international blends, like Brazilian wrappers or tobaccos from Italy or South Africa, while others include flavored cigars made with real ingredients like vanilla or Irish cream.

Flavor: Notes vary by line, but common profiles include spices, cedar, earth, pepper, cocoa, coffee, and leather, with sweetness from honey or molasses appearing in some blends.
Origin: While some tobaccos are global, many cigars are handmade in Nicaragua and Honduras.
Strength: Strength ranges from medium to medium-full to full-bodied depending on the specific blend.

Wrapper: Wrappers vary widely, including Ecuador Habano, Brazilian Arapiraca, and Connecticut Broadleaf.
Filler: Fillers are typically long-filler blends from multiple countries, often featuring tobaccos from Nicaragua, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic.
Portfolio: The portfolio includes diverse lines like Brazilia, Pilon, Nicaragua, Maduro, and Flathead, each highlighting specific tobacco origins or fermentation processes.

COHIBA

Cohiba cigars are renowned as a symbol of luxury and prestige, distinguished by their exceptional quality, meticulous craftsmanship, and unique, complex flavor profiles. The name "Cohiba" itself is the Taíno indigenous word for tobacco.

Flavor: Varies widely, but common notes include sweet cream, pepper, coffee, cedar, chocolate, and leather.
Origin: Hailing from Cuba, specifically using tobaccos from the Vuelta Abajo region, the "Vegas de Primera" or finest tobacco fields.
Strength: Generally medium to full-bodied, with specific lines varying from mild-to-medium to strong.

Wrapper: Often a Connecticut Shade or Brazilian wrapper, depending on the specific line.
Filler: Made from a selection of the finest tobacco leaves, including the "selection of the selection" from the top five Vegas de Primera in the Vuelta Abajo region.
Portfolio: Includes both Cuban-made and non-Cuban versions, with distinct lines like the Siglo series, Behike, and Cohiba Black.

CUABA

CUABA cigars are a Cuban brand known for their distinctive double figurado shape, which is tapered at both ends. They are hand-rolled using tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region and offer a medium to full-bodied flavor profile that can include notes of wood, chocolate, spice, and floral undertones. Introduced in 1996, CUABA revives a classic cigar shape that was popular in the late 19th century.

Flavor: Primarily earthy and woody with hints of spice and sweetness, evolving as it burns.
Origin: Cuba, made with tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region.
Strength: Medium to full-bodied, with flavor intensity increasing throughout the smoke.

Wrapper & Filler: All are long-filler cigars, completely handmade ("tripa larga totalmente a mano").
Portfolio: A line of cigars with varying sizes, all in the figurado style.

GURKHA

Gurkha cigars are known for being a luxury brand with ornate packaging, offering a wide range of products from everyday smokes to ultra-premium, limited-edition cigars. While their reputation is built on luxury, they produce cigars with various flavor profiles and strengths, such as the medium-bodied Ghost, which features notes of cocoa, sweetness, and earth, or the cognac-infused Grand Reserve. Key features include meticulous craftsmanship, a blend of tobaccos from different countries, and a variety of lines like the Ancient Reserve and the collaboration with Mike Tyson.

Flavor: Diverse profiles across lines, ranging from mild and creamy (vanilla, caramel, chestnut) to bold and full-bodied (spice, earth, leather, cocoa, cedar, espresso).
Origin: Brand tracing roots to early 19th-century British soldiers in Nepal; now produced in various factories in the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Honduras using tobaccos from multiple nations.
Strength: Varies significantly by blend, encompassing mild, medium, and full-bodied options to suit different preferences.

Wrapper: Multiple origins and types used across portfolio (e.g., Ecuadorian Habano, Brazilian Arapiraca Maduro, Connecticut, Costa Rican Maduro, Mexican San Andres).
Filler: Varied, often multi-nation blends featuring tobaccos from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Colombia.
Portfolio: Extensive portfolio includes signature lines (Ghost, Cellar Reserve, Year of the Dragon, 125th Anniversary), infused cigars (cognac, rum, bourbon), and a wide range of price points from value bundles to ultra-premium limited editions.

H. Upmann

H. Upmann cigars are renowned for their smoothness, balance, and refined light-to-medium body, offering a sophisticated smoking experience. The flavor profile is complex yet not overpowering, making them a favorite for both novice and experienced aficionados.

Flavor: Varies widely by blend but can include notes of cedar, nuts, coffee, cocoa, earth, spice, and creamy sweetness.
Origin: Originally founded in Cuba, H. Upmann cigars are now made in the Dominican Republic and Cuba, with both Cuban and non-Cuban tobacco blends.
Strength: Ranges from mild to medium and medium-full depending on the specific cigar line.

Wrapper: Varies by line; examples include Ecuador Sumatra, Ecuador Habano, and Cameroon.
Filler: Varies by line; examples include Dominican, Nicaraguan, Peruvian, and Cuban long-fillers.
Portfolio: Includes a wide range of lines, such as the classic "Vintage Cameroon," the complex "by AJ Fernandez," the creamy "The Banker," and the beginner-friendly "Half Corona".

HOYO DE MONTERREY

Hoyo de Monterrey cigars are renowned for their mild-to-medium strength, refined elegance, and complex, aromatic flavor profile. They are expertly handcrafted to offer a smooth and balanced smoking experience, making them an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned aficionados.

Flavor: A complex but balanced profile that can include notes of cedar, honey, cream, floral, coffee, and light spice.
Origin: Brand was founded by José Gener in 1860 in the Vuelta Abajo region of Cuba.
Strength: Generally mild to medium-bodied, making them approachable for both beginners and experienced smokers.
Wrapper: Cuban versions typically have a silky smooth wrapper leaf. Honduran versions are available with either an Ecuador Sumatra or a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper.

Filler: Cuban cigars use only 100% Cuban tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region. Honduran versions feature a mix of long-filler tobaccos from Nicaragua, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic.
Portfolio: Includes iconic Cuban cigars like the Double Corona and the Epicure No. 2, as well as newer lines like the Le Hoyo series. Non-Cuban production includes lines like the Excalibur series and the affordable Majestic line.

JOSEL PIEDEA

José L. Piedra cigars are affordable, handmade Cuban cigars known for their rustic appearance and robust, earthy flavor with notes of leather, spice, and wood. They are made with short-filler tobacco from the Remedios region of Cuba and are considered a good value, with many finding them to be a satisfying and authentic Cuban smoke for the price.

Flavor: Peppery, woody, and earthy with notes of coffee or espresso, and a slightly acidic or bitter profile. Some models may have notes of nuts or balsamic.
Origin: Cuba, specifically the Remedios tobacco region, which is known for its distinct character.
Strength: Typically medium-bodied, though this can vary by specific product.

Wrapper: Cuban.
Filler: Short-filler tobacco from the Remedios region.
Portfolio: Made using the "Totalmente a Mano, Tripa Corta" (totally handmade, short filler) method, which is a traditional technique for these cigars.

LA FLOR DOMINICANA

La Flor Dominicana (LFD) cigars are known for being bold, complex, and expertly constructed, with many blends offering a medium to full-bodied strength. They are produced by Litto Gomez in the Dominican Republic and are characterized by a focus on premium, often estate-grown tobacco, which results in rich flavors like cedar, spice, leather, nuts, and pepper. The brand has a reputation for both classic, powerful profiles and more approachable blends, and it is also known for innovative shapes like the "Chisel".

Flavor: Ranges from nutty and leathery with pepper to sweet, fruity, and spicy notes, depending on the blend.
Origin: Dominican Republic.
Strength: Varies from mild-medium (e.g., Suave) to very strong (e.g., Double Ligero).

Wrapper: Uses various wrappers, including Connecticut, Ecuadorian Sumatra, and Brazilian.
Filler: Uses proprietary estate-grown Dominican long-fillers from the La Canela farm.
Portfolio: Diverse, including innovative shapes like the "Chisel" and rich blends like Ligero, Double Ligero, and special releases like La Nox and Oro.

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MACANUDO

Macanudo cigars are a renowned brand celebrated for their exceptional consistency, smooth flavor, and high-quality construction. While best known for their mild-bodied flagship Café line, the brand has expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of strengths and flavor profiles, from medium to full-bodied.

Flavor: Flavors often include a mix of creamy, sweet, and nutty notes, along with hints of cocoa, cedar, and coffee.
Origin: The brand is most closely associated with the Dominican Republic, where many are made.
Strength: Generally mild, but the strength can vary by line, with some being medium.
Wrapper: Features a variety of wrappers, with the signature Connecticut shade wrapper being popular for its mild character, but they also offer darker maduro wrappers.

Filler: The specific tobaccos used vary depending on the blend. For example, some cigars use a blend of Dominican filler, while others may use different types of filler tobacco.
Portfolio: The brand has a wide portfolio, including the classic Macanudo, the M by Macanudo line which includes coffee-flavored cigars, and the Macanudo Inspirado line which features different blends identified by color.

MONTECRISTO

Montecristo cigars are known for their medium body, flawless construction, and complex flavor profile, which can include notes of cedar, coffee, cocoa, leather, and spice. The brand offers a wide range of cigars, from mild Dominican-made options with Connecticut-grown wrappers to bold Nicaraguan-grown blends. They are a popular choice for both novice and experienced smokers due to their approachable flavor and high-quality build.

Flavor: Varies by blend, but often includes notes of cedar, coffee, leather, nuts, spice, and cocoa. Some are creamy with a hint of sweetness, while others are more peppery and robust.
Origin: While the original Cuban brand has roots in classic storytelling, many popular Montecristo cigars are made in Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic, using long-filler tobaccos from various countries like the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua.
Strength: Varies across the portfolio. Some blends are mellow, while others are medium-bodied or full-strength.

Wrapper: A wide range of wrappers are used, including Connecticut Shade (mild, creamy) and Nicaraguan Habano Rosado Oscuro (bold, rich), as well as Ecuadorian Sumatra.
Filler: Long-filler blends can be complex, sourced from countries such as the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Honduras, contributing to nuanced profiles.
Portfolio: Includes a wide variety of lines like the Classic Series, White Series, Platinum Series, and special limited editions, catering to diverse preferences.

MY FATHER

My Father cigars are a line of Nicaraguan-made, full-bodied, premium cigars known for their complex and balanced flavor profiles, often featuring notes of earth, cedar, coffee, and pepper. Created by Jaime Garcia to honor his father, Jose "Pepin" Garcia, these handmade cigars use aged Nicaraguan tobaccos with a variety of wrappers, including Ecuador Habano. They are highly-rated and considered a prestigious brand by many cigar enthusiasts.

Origin: Handcrafted in Estelí, Nicaragua, under the strict supervision of the Garcia family.
Blend: Uses aged Nicaraguan tobaccos for both the binder and filler.
Wrapper: Often features an Ecuador Habano or similar Rosado wrapper, though other varieties exist.
Strength: Typically medium to full-bodied.

Flavor profile: Known for a rich complexity with common notes of earth, cedar, nuts, coffee, and a prominent peppery spice.
Quality: Considered a prestigious, high-scoring brand by publications like Cigar Aficionado.
Variations: While the core "My Father" line is full-bodied, the brand also produces other blends, such as a milder Connecticut version.

OLIVA

Oliva cigars are known for quality, consistency, and a range of flavors from medium to full-bodied, typically made with Nicaraguan tobaccos and hand-rolled in Nicaragua. Key characteristics include a variety of wrapper options like Cameroon, Ecuadorian Habano, and Sumatra; Nicaraguan long-filler and binder tobaccos from different regions like Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega; and complex flavor profiles with notes of cocoa, spice, coffee, leather, and cedar.

Flavor: Mild versions often feature creamy, sweet, and nutty notes, while darker varieties can have richer flavors like earth, black pepper, and wood.
Origin: The cigars are handmade in the Dominican Republic.
Strength: Primarily mild, but some lines, like the Cru Royale, are medium-bodied.

Wrapper: Many are known for their light Connecticut Shade wrapper, but they also offer darker Maduro options, such as an Ecuador Habano.
Filler: Blends can vary, with some featuring filler from the Philippines or Dominican Republic and Brazil.
Portfolio: A diverse range of products, including the classic Café line and more medium-bodied options like the Crü Royale.

PARTAGAS

Partagas cigars are a cornerstone of traditional cigar making, known for using high-quality tobacco, particularly from the premium Vuelta Abajo region in Cuba for the Cuban versions. They are expertly handcrafted and have earned a reputation for consistency in construction and a powerful, satisfying smoking experience that appeals to seasoned aficionados.

Flavor: Robust, full-bodied, often with spicy, earthy, and woody notes.
Origin: Havana, Cuba, where they have been made since 1845. The brand's factory is a historic landmark in Havana.
Strength: Typically medium to full strength.

Wrapper: Primarily a natural-color wrapper, but specific wrapper types can vary by line and age.
Filler: Long-filler tobacco, ensuring a smooth and consistent burn.
Portfolio: A wide variety of vitolas (sizes), with popular examples including the Serie D No. 4 (Robusto), Presidente, and a range of others. Includes both traditional and contemporary cigar formats.

ROCKY PATEL

Rocky Patel cigars are premium, handmade cigars crafted in Nicaragua and Honduras, known for their quality, consistency, and diverse range of blends from mild to full-bodied. They are made with premium long-filler tobaccos and feature various wrappers, often including notes of cocoa, espresso, nuts, and spices. Key lines include the Vintage Series with aged tobaccos, the full-bodied Sun Grown line, and the bold Edge series.

Flavor: Varies by line but frequently includes notes of espresso, chocolate, oak, and spices, with some lines offering caramel, coffee, and fruit aromas.
Origin: Primarily handmade in Estelí, Nicaragua, but blends also use tobaccos from various countries like Honduras, Ecuador, and Mexico.
Strength: Ranges from medium to full-bodied, with many popular lines being full-strength, though newer smokers can find medium-bodied options.

Wrapper: Uses a variety of wrappers, including Connecticut, Cameroon, Broadleaf, and San Andrés, which contribute to flavor and strength.
Filler: Typically features a blend of long-filler tobaccos from different countries, such as Nicaragua and Honduras.
Portfolio: Extensive and diverse, including popular lines like Vintage 1990, The Edge, Sixty, A.L.R., and White Label, among many others.

ROMEO Y JULIETA

Romeo y Julieta cigars are known for their balanced, medium-strength flavor, impeccable construction, and complex notes that evolve throughout the smoke. Key characteristics include a smooth draw, rich aromas, and flavor profiles often featuring cedar, spice, nuts, cocoa, and leather, with a refined finish. The brand, originally Cuban and with a modern Dominican counterpart, is associated with quality, classic craftsmanship, and iconic figures like Winston Churchill, who gave his name to a famous size.

Flavor: Common notes include cedar, leather, nuts, and coffee, often with a slightly sweet, floral, and spicy undertone.
Origin: Blends originate from both Cuba and the Dominican Republic, with many popular lines produced in Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic as well.
Strength: Generally medium-bodied, but some lines, like the "Romeo" blend, are full-bodied.

Wrapper: Varies by blend, including Indonesian, Ecuadorian Connecticut, and other varieties depending on the specific product line.
Filler: Blend is also specific to the product, but often includes Dominican and Nicaraguan long-fillers.
Portfolio: Includes classic lines like the 1875 and Reserva Real, as well as newer additions like the "Linea de Oro" and the "Romeo" blend, which offers a bolder experience.

TRINIDAD

Trinidad cigars are a prestigious Cuban brand known for their handcrafted quality, distinct "pigtail" caps, and complex, refined flavor profiles often featuring notes of cedar, coffee, leather, and earth. Originally created in 1969 as diplomatic gifts, they have a legendary status and were released to the public in 1998. The cigars use premium tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region and are made at the El Laguito factory.

Flavor: Complex and rich, with notes like wood, coffee, cocoa, nuts (pecan, almond), spices, and hints of chocolate or fruit.
Origin: The original Cuban brand uses tobacco from Cuba's Vuelta Abajo region. The non-Cuban Trinidad Espiritu lines are made in Nicaragua with Nicaraguan tobaccos and a variety of wrappers, including Brazilian Arapiraca and Mexican San Andres.
Strength: Primarily medium-bodied, though some Nicaraguan Espiritu lines can be medium-full.

Wrapper: Cuban for traditional cigars. Espiritu lines use different wrappers, such as Brazilian Arapiraca or Mexican San Andres.
Filler: Cuban for traditional cigars. Espiritu lines use Nicaraguan fillers.
Portfolio: Includes traditional Cuban lines like Fundadores and Vigia, as well as the non-Cuban Espiritu series (e.g., Series Two, Series Three).

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