Saint Louis Rey Gen2 – Right-On
Saint Luis Rey is an old time brand that has been around for well over 50 years. And, I have been smoking that for many years myself. It was and still is a reliable reasonably priced stick. Altadis, the brand owner, has been updating several of their traditional cigars with newer versions. For this year, at the IPCPR show, they added the Saint Louis Rey Gen². This cigar...
Father and Son, A Wonderful Candy Stripe
Good things come with experience. And good things come from passion. When you combine experience and passion you get Father and Son cigars. Rolando Reyes, Sr. inspired his son for a lifetime. Since he has passed, Rolando Reyes, Jr. continues the tradition. Father and Son cigars is the culmination of the experience of Senior and the ongoing passion and enthusiasm of Junior. All brought...
AKA Solace – A Nice Mild Smoke
What can you say about a company whose name stands for American Kick Ass? These are serious guys are are pro United States, supporting all things American. Hoooa!!! And with all of their enthusiasm they make a nice cigar. The company, based out of Texas, was started about three years ago and they have done it right by sourcing theri tobacco from real experts. The blend comes from Kelner...
Exactus Habano – A Nice Cigar
There are so many different brands of cigars in the marketplace that it defies comprehension. Luckily, there are enough smokers out there so that every cigar has some following. As reviewers, we smoke lots of things that we might not have otherwise tried, hell we might not have otherwise heard of, just to bring information to our readers. Some of the cigars are great, some mediocre, and...
Aventuro Cumbre – An Unknown King
Sometimes I wish you could more easily find certain cigars. You probably think that I’m referring to those scarce gems that are from small edgy producers. Well, frankly, I think that you can get thsoe cigars. The best way to do that is to frequent a good bricks and mortar shop. Become friendly with the owner and staff. Let them know what you like and show your loyalty. Perhaps...
1502 Emerald – A Jewel
It seems like a finny name for a cigar brand, 1502. Yet, when you understand that is the year that Columbus discovered Nicaragua, it all makes sense. Even with the attention getting name, the cigar is little known. And, that’s too bad, because it’s a great cigar. I found these sticks at the show last summer and just got around to smoking one. Hopefully, I’ll have...
