C&C LRMD – Nice!
This is an interesting new brand that we are reviewing today. C&C is the brainchild of Joe Chisano the founder of Cusano Cigars. He has had plenty of experience in the industry and after selling his previous business decide to get back to making cigars again. The C&C brand is currently grabbing lots of attention. Just the other day I was smoking with a colleague from Los Angeles...
Swag SOBE – A February Delight
A cigar for a champion. The makers of this cigar are part of the Miami culture and they have a special feeling for the lifestyle and aura of South Beach. After leaving American Airlines Arena when the Heat won the championship, they headed for South Beach to celebrate with drinks and a cigar. This blend was then named the South Beach Edition of the SWAG cigar. It is meant to convey that...
Marco V Brazilian
The life of a cigar reviewer is tough. What do I smoke today? “Oh, come on” you say. Actually, there are times when I’m in the mood for something reliable in a cigar, an old friend, if you will. And I certainly have my go to sticks. But then there are the times when you open the humidor to find…? You really have no idea what is going to come out. I like to...
Rocky Strikes Again – Vintage 2003 Cameroon
Rocky Patel is a big player in the industry. He makes lots of cigars, the majority of which are very good. And this stick is no exception. Rocky’s offices and cigar bar Burn are near where I live and run into Rocky and his staff frequently. Everyone is amazed at how big they have become. But, I see it as a lot of good people working really hard on a focused job. They are led by...
Tony Borhani Returns – Bahia Gold
Tony Borhani was in the cigar industry some years ago. He made a line of cigars that became very popular during the cigar boom in the late 90s. A few years ago, he disappeared from the scene. Now, he is back. And the cigars make it a worthwhile return. When I first looked at my stick, it was dark, rustic and very veiny. I was concerned that the cap was poorly fit, but, ultimately, this...
Mutineer – A Tradition
A swashbuckling pirate is an appropriate symbol for this strong rustic smoke. From the Reyes family, these cigars are made with a tradition for the ages. Rolando Reyes was a master cigar maker in Cuba for years. His son grew up in the business and has followed in his fathers footsteps. Now that Sr. has passed on it is left to Rolando Jr., to carry on the family tradition. This cigar is...
