Category: Cigar Reviews

Casa Carrillo has informed retailers that it is shipping the latest installment of the Perez-Carrillo series, Ascend. Ascend becomes the fifth regular production line in the Perez-Carrillo series. This line pays homage to cigar smoking as a journey or a climb that progresses. Each of the vitolas represents this: Saddle (Robusto), Ridge (Toro), and Peak (Gordo). According to Ernesto Perez-Carrillo Jr, the Ascend utilizes an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper over Nicaraguan

Patina Cigars has announced it has partnered with Canadian Craft Cigars to handle its Canadian distribution. “I am really excited for the opportunity to enter the Canadian market. Barry’s commitment to boutique brands is second to none, and I couldn’t imagine a better fit for Patina,” said Patina owner and founder Mo Maali in a press release. Barry Hannah of Canadian Craft Cigars added, “We are honored that Patina Cigars

Emperors Cut Cigars has announced a new limited production cigar known as Prophecy. Prophecy was developed with Manuel Inoa of the La Aurora factory in the Dominican Republic. Presented in a 7 x 52 vitola, the blend features an African Cameroon wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and fillers from Nicaragua, Pennsylvania, and the Dominican Republic. Prophecy is listed on the company’s web-site being sold in 5-count bundles for $100.00/bundle. “Prophecy is a

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA), The Leaf Master Tobacco Trading Company, and La Palina Cigars are teaming up for a cigar known as Yalla Habeebi. The cigar will make its debut at the 2026 World Cigar Show, beginning November 10 in Dubai, and will be a limited offering for the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council Countries). In addition, the Yalla Habeebi will have a limited one-time release at the 2027 Premium

A new cigar brand focused entirely on Colombian tobacco has officially launched. Named La Colombiana, the project was announced on Colombia’s Independence Day and is centered around showcasing tobacco grown exclusively in Colombia. According to the announcement, the cigar is intended to celebrate the country’s tobacco-growing tradition while introducing Colombian tobacco to a broader audience. The project was developed in collaboration with master blender Chico Rivas, who worked alongside

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is expanding its international presence through a new limited edition cigar created in partnership with The Leaf Master Tobacco Trading and La Palina Cigars. Named Yalla Habeebi, the release is being introduced for the second annual World Cigar Show in Dubai, scheduled for November 10 through 13. According to the companies, it is the first premium cigar produced specifically as a PCA international exclusive. A

Emperors Cut Cigars has announced Prophecy, a new limited-production cigar created in collaboration with La Aurora master blender Manuel Inoa. The cigar is scheduled to begin shipping on August 1, 2026. Prophecy is offered in a single 7 x 52 vitola and features an African Cameroon seed wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and a filler blend of Pennsylvania, Nicaraguan, and Dominican tobaccos. The project marks another collaboration between Emperors Cut and

When Rafael Nodal and AJ Fernandez team up, the cigar world listens. Following the massive success of the original #1 Cigar of the Year (2019) and the heavily praised Sonata, the duo has returned with the third movement in their musical lineup: the Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Concerto. Inspired by the intricate balance of classical compositions, Nodal designed the Concerto to mimic a solo instrument playing alongside a grand orchestra.

Today, we review the Palió Veneto lighter, a version packaged with the massive Asylum Megalophobia cigar. The Palió Veneto lighter is a Quad Jet model that was introduced by Quality Importers Trading Company in 2024. The Palió line represents Quality Importers’ value offering for cutters and lighters. This lighter measures five inches in length and features a substantial fuel tank. Its four jets produce an elongated, diamond-shaped flame. According to