A century ago, the Cuban cigar communities in Ybor City invented a spicy crab croquette that is still famous today, and this potent perfecto cigar gets its name from that dish. Like the dish it mirrors, this cigar is short, stout, and stuffed with all sorts of special ingredients. 

It's highly likely that West Tampa's master blender, "Chef" Rick Rodriguez, has left the origin of the wrapper, binder, and filler of this devilish treat a secret for a reason. For this is the guy who says that judging a cigar by its tobacco strains will never get you anywhere. So dive in, and take this one for what it is. And that is a rich, dark treat for those looking for loads of flavor and a medium-full smoking session.

West Tampa Red is the company’s third and strongest release. A bold core of chocolate may be at its core, but so too are layers of hickory, nutmeg, leather and a mocha finish. All together, this makes for a fantastic addition to the West Tampa lineup, and one that took home a "Top 25" award from Cigar Aficionado in 2023.

Composed of an aged tobacco core from Nicaragua with a Mexican San Andres wrapper, the West Tampa Red is a manifestation of founder and master blender Rick Rodriguez's idea about what the appearance, texture, aroma, and flavor of a robust, rich cigar should be.

West Tampa Tobacco offers a premium cigar that is called the Black Toro. This handmade cigar is renowned for its robust flavor profile and large Toro shape.

The box and the band ask to be picked up. Its amazing flavor comes from the Dark Habano wrapper. Perfectly matured, West Tampa Black has plenty of taste and depth. This cigar, filled with famous Esteli Ligero and Condega Viso, has a body that will appeal to both beginners and experienced smokers.

West Tampa White offers a streamlined appearance that is backed by a Rick Rodriguez guarantee. You will be astounded by what can only be called a work of art when you break the seal and open the box!

Huge and striking, you can feel notes of spice, earth and vanilla. Its pink-hued Habano wrapper covers an Ecuadorian Habano binder and a Nicaraguan filler from Pueblo Nuevo, Ometepe, and Jalapa. Handmade in Nicaragua at the Garmendia Cigar Co. factory, the West Tampa Tobacco Company White Robusto provides a flavourful, medium-strength smoking indulgence that will satisfy your palate.

Ernesto Carrillo and Rick Rodriguez, two exceptional cigar blenders, worked together to create this unique mix: the West Tampa Circle of Life cigar.

The blend consists of an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder, an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper, and a filler made of tobacco from the Jalapa, Condega, and Estelí regions of Nicaragua along with some Dominican Corojo 99.

Rodriguez, who was trained by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo during his time at General Cigar Co., has often cited him as one of his key mentors and teachers. This collaboration is a way to connect with his roots and lay another brick for the future of the brand.

Main notes: Vanilla, baking spice, cedar, cashew, and finishing off with some roasted coffee.

Tasting Notes:

With the story behind this brand being that some of the tobacco for each cigar was grown on a 20 acre farm in central Florida, uniqueness is sure to follow. This cigar is a delight to the senses. Aromas of cedar and honey bring out flavors of citrus and cinnamon, followed by a fat scoop of creamy meringue. Deficiently not your average shade-grown cigar!

"Blackened M81” by Drew Estate is a passion project that brings together three immensely talented and vastly experienced cigar enthusiasts—Jonathan Drew, Founder and President of Drew Estate; James Hetfield, Metallica co-founder, singer and guitarist; and Rob Dietrich, the Master Distiller and Blender of BLACKENED American Whiskey. The collaboration began with Hetfield and Dietrich, who frequently enjoy cigars together.

This cigar represents a journey through different Maduro leaves, starting with a thick and oily Maduro wrapper that’s grown in the rich volcanic soil of Mexico’s San Andres Valley. The blend includes a meaty Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf Maduro binder and a filler blend of Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro tobaccos, including the boldest Pennsylvania ligero in Drew Estate’s vast tobacco inventory. Maduro to the Core, BLACKENED Cigars “M81” by Drew Estate is dark, bold, rich, and powerful, with alluring notes of espresso, leather, and dark chocolate.

This is Steve Saka's blend for those who prefer light to medium-bodied cigars with loads of milk and honey flavor. Sobremesa Brûlée comes covered in a smooth Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper leaf, a Mexican binder, and Nicaraguan filler mix. Combined, these tobaccos offer smokers a top shelf experience with a flavor profile that is incredibly creamy. A fantastic breakfast cigar that is also perfect for pairing with a special occasion, or merely as a solitary self-indulgence.

Tasting Notes:

If you're looking for a unique smoking experience, look no further. As the name states, the tobacco is fire cured, and it packs a punch. Exploding with hefty flavors of oak, hickory, and maple, with malty mocha and herbal notes to follow, this blend is built to coat the taste buds and keep you coming back for more.

The Perdomo 20th Anniversary Connecticut Robusto is a smooth, medium-bodied Nicaraguan cigar handcrafted with a premium Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper that has been bourbon barrel-aged for added richness. Paired with aged Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos, it delivers a refined and exceptionally balanced smoking experience.

Expect creamy notes of cedar, toasted almonds, buttery caramel, and light coffee, complemented by subtle hints of spice and a naturally sweet finish. With flawless construction and a slow, even burn, the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Connecticut Robusto is an excellent choice for both new smokers and seasoned aficionados who appreciate a smooth yet flavorful cigar.

This medium-bodied cigar features a well-balanced combination of floral, citrus, spice, sweetness, and cedar notes. Its rich Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper conceals an all Nicaraguan filler mixture and a Mexican binder. This three nation blend has incredible complexity and provides a tasty smoking experience that only AJ Fernandez can skillfully craft.

This Dominican hand-crafted cigar from Buffalo Trace, boasts a rich Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and a rich blend composed of Dominican and Nicaraguan tobacco. All of this rich flavor is bound by an exotic Brazilian Arapiraca binder that has been exposed to a unique aging process.

Perdomo Cigars sure knows how to impress when it comes time to honor its brand heritage and history. Take this sun-grown, 10th Anniversary variant for instance. A Nicaraguan puro to its core, this blend utilizes six-year aged Cuban-seed wrappers and filler tobaccos hand picked from Perdomo's farms in Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa Valley. Additionally, the wrapper portion of the cigar gets an extra 10 months of bourbon barrel-aging for added aromatics and flavor. The result is a medium to full-bodied blend filled with oak tannins, vanilla, and earthen flavors, as well as hints of spice and sweetness on the finish. 

The Montecristo Original No. 2 Torpedo is one of the most iconic sizes in the Montecristo portfolio, combining timeless presentation with the smooth, approachable character that has made the brand a staple among cigar enthusiasts. Measuring 6 x 50, this classic Torpedo is handcrafted in the Dominican Republic with a silky Connecticut Shade wrapper surrounding carefully selected Dominican binder and filler tobaccos. Its elegant tapered head not only gives the cigar its unmistakable appearance but also allows smokers to customize the draw, making the No. 2 a true classic for any humidor.

Mild to medium in strength, the Montecristo Original No. 2 delivers a smooth and satisfying smoking experience with a naturally sweet and nutty character. Expect creamy tobacco, cedar, roasted almond, and subtle coconut notes to develop throughout the smoke, complemented by a gentle sweetness and rich aroma. Balanced, refined, and exceptionally approachable, the No. 2 Torpedo is an excellent choice for both longtime Montecristo fans and smokers looking for a sophisticated Dominican cigar with classic Connecticut Shade character.

That Colorado Rosado-colored wrapper you see slapped on the outside of this medium-strength stick is actually an Ecuador-grown habano leaf from the Oliva family. The blend also includes one ligero leaf inside for added kick, and is comprised primarily of viso leaves instead of milder seco for a more vibrant cigar flavor profile.

The result is a superbly made premium cigar blend that is both aesthetically stunning and tasty. With its earthy, woody, and nutty flavors, the 1502 Ruby is a treasure once lit. It is also an outstanding burner, which is no surprise being that Plasencia handles all production of the 1502 line for Global Premium Cigars down in Nicaragua.

These cigars have a medium body and mild flavors that gradually grow in intensity. Expect silky notes of toasted almonds and sweet coconut milk, an earthy, floral scent punctuated by  vanilla and coffee beans, and a finish that is smooth and lively.

The Montecristo White Series features filler leaves that have been aged for at least 3 years, and with a hefty amount of those innards being of Nicaraguan stock, complexity grows as you go. A touch of tangy tangerine peel here, some almond milk there, hints of white pepper on the finish, and a super-creamy mouthfeel make this one of those mild summertime smokes that is sure to satisfy and surprise.

Piece Unique from Gellis Family Cigars takes its name from the world of Horological references. When famed watch making houses produce a special 1 of 1 piece, it is often referred to as a “Piece Unique”.

Each release of Piece Unique from Gellis Family Cigars will utilize the same methodology, only crafting the interior blend one time. Each bale of tobacco utilized within Piece Unique was hand sourced by Kyle Gellis. From the Grade 1 Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade Wrapper from ASP and marked as Bale #3BW, to each bale of fillers from Nicaragua and Dominican Republic.

The process to complete Piece Unique has been a long one, from start of the process to final ending was a 2 year period to source these tobaccos and get the blend to define the vision that was set for it.

Packaged in piano finished boxes of lined with Spanish Cedar of 15 cigars, only 500 boxes of this blend were crafted, all of which were aged for a full year in Spanish Cedar after rolling.

This is definitely a unique piece to try!

The Dapper Cigar Co.'s Cubo Sumatra pays homage to the Cubo brand's debut. The Sumatra line, which was blended nearly five years later, draws on a half-decade of additional experimentation with quality Nicaraguan tobaccos. 

This medium-strength cigar has a reddish Ecuadorian wrapper that enclose a Nicaraguan binder and fillers comprised of Nicaraguan and USA Connecticut Broadleaf tobaccos. A creamy and woodsy flavor with undertones of espresso characterizes the Cubo Sumatra. The ability to improve upon perfection is proven with this cigar. 

Artista Series is a novel approach to blending tobaccos, representing years of hard work. It features a supple, top-grade Sumatra wrapper, a flavorful Cameroon binder, and a filler blend that is unlike anything they’ve ever offered.

Tasting notes: honey, baking spices, and dried fruit.

The Perdomo 20th Anniversary Maduro Robusto is a medium to full-bodied Nicaraguan cigar crafted to commemorate one of Perdomo's most celebrated milestones. Featuring a rich, six-year-aged Cuban-seed Maduro wrapper that has been bourbon barrel-aged for an additional 14 months, this Robusto offers exceptional depth, smoothness, and impeccable construction.

Each draw delivers luxurious notes of dark chocolate, espresso, roasted nuts, and sweet earth, balanced by subtle hints of black pepper and caramel. With its slow, even burn and creamy finish, the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Maduro Robusto is a rewarding smoke that showcases the richness and craftsmanship of premium Nicaraguan tobacco.

Alec Bradley's Damn Good lives up to its name by delivering an enjoyable premium smoking experience at an exceptional value. Measuring 6" x 50, this toro offers a smooth, balanced profile with notes of cedar, earth, toasted nuts, and a touch of black pepper, making it an excellent EDC smoke for both seasoned smokers and newcomers alike.

Handcrafted with a Connecticut-seed wrapper that's been layered over a Sumatran binder and a blend of Indonesian, Nicaraguan, and Mexican long-fillers, Damn Good consistently provides an even burn from start to finish. Its medium-bodied character provides plenty of flavor without overwhelming the palate, with its modest price point making it a dependable choice for when yard work or a game of golf is in order.

Celebrate cigar heritage with the Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva.

Handcrafted in Honduras to honor Julio Eiroa’s 85th birthday, this exquisite puro features exceedingly rare, 100% Pinareño-seed tobacco for a smooth, refined profile. Enjoy balanced notes of cedar, cinnamon, floral spice, nuts, and creamy sweetness in every draw. Presented in an eye-catching yellow box inspired by Julio’s classic Buick, this cigar combines history, artistry, and exceptional flavor. Limited monthly production makes it a must-have for collectors and aficionados alike.

The Foundation Cigar Co. The Tabernacle Havana Seed CT No. 142 David Perfecto brings the signature Tabernacle character into a compact, classic perfecto format. Measuring 5" × 54, it features the exceptionally rare Havana Seed CT No. 142 wrapper from the Connecticut River Valley that has been aged for at least three years. This is placed over a Mexican San Andrés binder and a carefully selected core of Nicaraguan and Honduran tobaccos. The result is a rich, full-flavored profile with layers of earth, dark chocolate, coffee, pepper, and subtle sweetness.

Inspired by the traditional Connecticut perfecto cigars of the 1940s and '50s, the David was designed to showcase the unique qualities of the Havana Seed CT No. 142 wrapper. Its tapered perfecto shape helps concentrate the flavors as the cigar progresses, delivering a bold yet nuanced smoking experience. Handcrafted at Tabacalera A.J. Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua, this is an excellent choice for smokers who appreciate distinctive boutique blends, rare tobaccos, and the unmistakable depth of The Tabernacle line.

Celebrate two decades of Perdomo excellence with the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown Robusto, a medium to full-bodied cigar handcrafted in Nicaragua using premium, well-aged tobaccos. Wrapped in a beautifully bourbon barrel-aged Nicaraguan Sun Grown wrapper, this Robusto delivers exceptional balance and complexity from the first draw to the last.

Expect rich notes of cedar, roasted coffee, earth, and sweet spice, complemented by hints of cocoa and a natural caramelized sweetness from the barrel-aged wrapper. With its flawless construction, slow burn, and smooth finish, the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown Robusto is an outstanding choice for smokers seeking a refined, flavorful Nicaraguan cigar.

La Aurora Barrel Aged is a cigar with a resounding start with hints of black pepper, that later give way to more complex and delicate flavors. In addition, there are notes of wood throughout the whole smoke, along with hints of cinnamon and nuts. It has a powerful, creamy finish.

This cigar is aged for six years before spending another six months aging in barrels of rum. This gives the final cigar its aromatic notes from aging in a barrel, as well as the toasted wood notes.

Nick Melillo, the founder of Foundation Cigar Co., has roots in Connecticut, and thus has a strong connection to tobaccos of this area. Ultimately, this allowed him to find a way to get the best out of the US-bred Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper surrounding this cigar, turning an oily and dark smoking session into one full of notes like black pepper, earth, wood, and bittersweet chocolate.

The El Septimo Bomba Orange is a luxurious large-ring cigar from the brand’s prestigious Luxus collection, handcrafted in Costa Rica using tobaccos aged for more than a decade. This impressive 6½″ × 60 torpedo gordo vitola delivers a rich and balanced medium-to-medium-full profile with layered notes of dark coffee, walnut, roasted nuts, cinnamon spice, and chestnut sweetness that evolve throughout the smoke. Known for its meticulous construction and long aging process, the Bomba Orange offers a refined and complex smoking experience designed for aficionados who appreciate bold flavors, smooth combustion, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Experience the unique artistry of Cohiba Riviera, the only box-pressed cigar in the brand's collection. Riviera's medium-bodied blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran filler tobaccos come loaded inside a firmly pressed Connecticut binder out of Honduras, which is then cloaked in a San Andrés maduro wrapper, creating a luxurious and refined experience unlike anything else in the Cohiba portfolio.

The Room101 Johnny Tobacconaut Maduro Gordo takes the iconic Johnny Tobacconaut concept in a darker, richer direction. Produced by AJ Fernandez in Nicaragua, this full-bodied Nicaraguan puro features a dark Maduro wrapper and delivers bold flavors of earth, espresso, and dark cocoa, complemented by layers of rich tobacco and subtle sweetness.

At 6" × 60, the Gordo provides a generous, slow-burning smoking experience with thick smoke and plenty of flavor. Powerful yet balanced, it is an excellent choice for smokers who enjoy dark, robust Nicaraguan cigars with a deep, lingering finish.

Experience the unique character of Honduran-grown Cameroon tobacco in this bold “Gorbusto” vitola. Crafted by JRE Tobacco Co., this limited-edition 4½ x 60 cigar delivers a slow-burning, medium-bodied smoking experience that highlights the smooth and richly textured qualities of Cameroon wrapper. Originally reserved for attendees of JRE’s farm experience, this inaugural release marks the start of a yearly Camp Aladino series that celebrates craftsmanship and exclusivity.

To create the smooth, distinctive flavor profile of the 1502 Emerald, heavily aged tobacco leaves had to be meticulously chosen. What resulted was a cigar with a delicious, light-tan wrapper made from Nicaraguan Corojo Habano seed tobacco layered atop a Nicaraguan binder and long-filler leaves from Mexico and Nicaragua. Milder-bodied, but far heavier in flavor, one can expect fruity notes and a soothing vanilla scent accompany the palate-pleasing sweetness. As with all of Global Premium Cigars' 1502 line, the Emerald is crafted by Plasencia Cigars down in Nicaragua.

Tasting Notes:

This excellent top-rated cigar was released to celebrate the founder's 30th birthday. The entire cigar is comprised of Nicaraguan tobacco and packed with full-bodied flavor and strength. You will experience an array of spice and earth tones with a noticeably creamy smoke. The founder, Kyle Gellis, has knocked it out of the park with this one.

The Jake Wyatt Lucid Interval has an exquisite candela wrapper with a unique combination of smooth cream and bold buttery flavors that make this cigar one of a kind. It's made for those who want the company’s ultimate coffee smoke with a highly interesting flavor profile.

Tasting notes: Green Tea, Cedar, Hint of Pepper and Cream

Jake Wyatt’s "Fourth Dimension" features an all Dominican lineup, as well as the brand's signature two-tone wrapper approach to rolling. Available in both a flag capped figurado and a traditional toro vitola, this blend offers smooth and bold flavors throughout, as well as a medium-full-bodied finish. Intended for lovers of Dominican blends, this habano and candela wrapped smoke is one of the more unique sticks you will encounter in the Klaro portfolio.

Tasting notes: Roasted Almonds, Cocoa, Chestnut and Cream.

Drew Estate added a second line to the Nica Rustica brand called Adobe. According to Jonathan Drew, president and co-founder of Drew Estate, “Nica Rustica Adobe presents a daring adventure into the authentically rugged and rustic countryside surrounding Estelí, and offers smokers a glimpse into the distinguished beauty and bold character of Estelí and her people. You don’t need a passport to experience Estelí … just spark up this six-buck-chuck and you are magically transported to our proud Nicaraguan home.”

With a rustic Ecuadorian seed Habano wrapper, a Brazilian binder, and estate grown long fillers from Estel and Jalapa—two of Nicaragua's best tobacco growing regions—the cigars are carefully created. A medium- to full-bodied cigar with strong flavors of wood, black pepper, sweet spice, and leather, Nica Rustica Adobe is the ideal match for seasoned cigar connoisseurs.

A top-seller for nearly two decades!

5 Vegas Classic received a healthy '90' rating noting: “A solid medium bodied cigar. It is filled with complex earth flavors, and a pleasant coffee ground taste. It is also very smooth." 

The ADN Dominicano contains a very special kind of Dominican tobacco. Commonly known as andullo (an-doo-yaw), this process takes tobacco and places it inside palm tree pods, at which point it is bound and then pressed until a paste-like pile of leaves comes out months later. Extremely rare, and ultra labor intensive, this unique cigar making style originated in the Dominican Republic, and is known for adding strength, aroma, and sweetness to a well-balanced cigar blend.

In this case, the result is a spicy, woody cigar that melds pleasantly with hints of sweetness that segue into a graham cracker finish. This smoke is one hell of a great burner too, with a flawless draw producing columns of smoke. 

This 94 rated cigar is deserving of that title. It boasts notes of wood, pepper, coffee and buttery toast, and is slow and even burning down to the nub. Take the time to enjoy this cigar to the fullest.

The GPC 1502 Black Gold is a celebration of patience and craftsmanship. Featuring the same iconic blend as the original GPC 1502, what makes this cigar truly special is time. Originally rolled in January 2013, these cigars have been resting for over a decade, on top of the fact that GPC’s premium tobaccos are already aged for several years before they’re even rolled. The result is an exceptionally vintage expression that few cigars can rival.

Flavor-wise, Black Gold delivers a refined, full-bodied experience with beautifully integrated notes of dark chocolate, espresso, cedar, earth, and warm spice, layered with hints of toasted nuts, molasses, and black pepper. Smooth, complex, and deeply satisfying, this is a cigar meant to be savored slowly — a true testament to what extended aging can achieve.

Rare as can be, and featuring higher primings off the tobacco plant, as well as a fair deal more age, the 10th Anniversary version of Pepper Cream Soda by Caldwell Cigar Co. is one of those obscure stogies that collectors and boutique blend snobs seek out. 

Since the ingredients are the exact same as the regular version of Pepper Cream Soda, one can expect an oily, Ecuador-born arapiraca wrapper, a piloto binder, and then more of the same piloto strain inside, along with some Cuban-seed Havana Vuelta Abajo (HVA) and a pinch of habano.

Additional exposure to sunlight tends to not only make higher primings off a tobacco plant more intense, but more resinous and oily as well, so those looking for a more aromatic, deeper layered version of the normal blend need look no further.

Part of JRE Tobacco Co.’s exclusive Camp Aladino series introduced in 2025, this Gorbusto-sized cigar features a rich Maduro wrapper, handcrafted in Honduras. Initially offered only to retailers visiting JRE’s farm, it will reach wider distribution in 2026. A bold, full-flavor experience that showcases JRE’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation.

Tasting Notes:

Mellow and smooth, this first Connecticut wrapped Cohiba is one you'll want to get your hands on. Notes of toast, tree nuts and sweet cream make this cigar a first of its kind.

The Aladino Corojo Reserva is a premium Honduran cigar crafted by the legendary Eiroa family, showcasing authentic Corojo tobacco grown at the JRE Tobacco Farm in Honduras. This refined blend delivers a medium to full-bodied smoking experience with rich notes of cedar, earth, natural sweetness, roasted nuts, and subtle spice throughout the burn. Built with exceptional construction and traditional Cuban-style craftsmanship, the Corojo Reserva offers outstanding balance, complexity, and smoothness from start to finish.

Designed for smokers who appreciate classic flavor profiles with added depth and elegance, the Aladino Corojo Reserva stands out as a more refined expression of the original Aladino Corojo line. Its clean draw, even burn, and rich aroma make it an excellent choice for both seasoned aficionados and anyone looking to experience authentic old-school Corojo character in a modern premium cigar.

This is an incredibly unique cigar produced by the knowledge, passion, creativity, and desire for excellence found in every single member of the La Aurora family. It's the most solemn way to celebrate the 120th Anniversary of this brand. 

You can feel notes of cocoa, pepper, cinnamon and memorable end of tropical fruits and coffee beans.

The La Palina White Label may be one of the most mouthwatering Connecticut shade wrapped cigars you will ever smoke. And while that wrapper may no longer be grown down in Honduras, the harvest from Ecuador seen on the outside of this stick is equally on point. Beneath this outer leaf is a Nicaraguan binder, and then some potent Piloto Cubano leaf from the same country serving as the filler.

As things start to amp up, tastes of buttered toast, mild baking spices, and a bit of brown sugar start to surface. There's a tingle of white pepper and sweetgrass mixed in there too, along with the floral aromatic of crape myrtle mixed with wildflowers. In the center of the cigar you will encounter a honeycomb flavor and sweetness, which sits perfectly atop some buttered toast notes. Pushing the boundary between food and fermented tobacco leaf, this blend transcends into a rounder, lasting flavor profile as the cigar hits the second third. At which point it becomes more cedar-forward, and favors darker tobacco aftertastes while remaining devoid of any intensity outside of some nicotine. 

The El Septimo Italy Toscana from the Zaya Collection is a refined 6″ × 52 toro that channels the rustic elegance of Tuscany. This medium-bodied cigar offers warm notes of toasted bread, aged leather, sweet herbs, and a touch of espresso. Handcrafted in Costa Rica with tobaccos aged for over a decade, the Toscana delivers old-world character with new-world craftsmanship.

The Artista Buffalo Ten Broadleaf delivers a rich and satisfying smoking experience while staying true to the line’s reputation for exceptional value. Crafted at Tabacalera El Artista in the Dominican Republic, this 6 x 50 box-pressed Toro features a robust Broadleaf wrapper over a spicy Habano binder, complemented by a carefully selected filler blend of premium tobaccos from the United States, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic.

The profile develops with layers of spice, earth, and seasoned hardwood, gradually revealing deeper nuances of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and espresso as the cigar progresses. Balanced yet flavorful, the Buffalo TEN Broadleaf offers impressive complexity and depth in an approachable format, making it an excellent choice for smokers looking for a rich, everyday cigar without the premium price tag.

Forged from the spirit of mythic giants, the Titan Series represents strength, scale, and precision in three distinct expressions. Built on a foundation of a Honduran binder and a carefully balanced blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers, each cigar is defined by its unique wrapper—delivering a differentiated experience while maintaining a cohesive identity across the line.

This is a collection designed with purpose: accessible in price, uncompromising in quality, and crafted to perform across every moment of the day.

Colossus is bold by design, offering a deeper, more intense profile driven by its dark Oscuro wrapper. Layers of earth, espresso, and dark cocoa unfold with structure and weight, delivering a full-bodied experience that remains balanced without overwhelming the palate.

The Artista Colorado delivers a refined medium-bodied smoking experience, pairing a rich Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper with an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder and a carefully selected blend of tobaccos from Central America, Africa, and the Caribbean. Crafted at Tabacalera El Artista in the Dominican Republic, this 6 x 50 Toro is designed to offer impressive flavor and balance at an accessible price point.

From the first draw, the Colorado develops layers of Spanish cedar, earth, baking spice, and white pepper, complemented by a subtle natural sweetness. Smooth yet flavorful, the profile remains balanced throughout the smoke, making the Artista Colorado Toro an approachable choice for both everyday enjoyment and relaxed, longer sessions.

The Excepcion Esmeralda is the gem of El Septimo’s ultra-premium Zaya Collection, built with five filler tobaccos aged up to 15 years and wrapped in a satiny, dark leaf the shade of coffee beans. It delivers a rich, creamy medium-to-full-bodied smoke with dominant notes of cedarwood, walnut, and molasses, complemented by milk chocolate, orange zest, and a hint of pink peppercorn. Firm construction ensures a steady, voluminous burn from start to finish.

Bold, rich, and unforgettable—Karatoba is the debut of a new standard in full-bodied complexity. Wrapped in Ecuadorian Sumatra seed leaf, paired with a Nicaraguan binder and premium Nicaraguan & Dominican fillers, this Robusto delivers a flavor profile that’s savory, spicy, and lightly sweet. Expect evolving notes of well-seasoned meat, black pepper, maple syrup, and earth in a smooth, medium-to-full-bodied smoke.

The El Septimo Yao Connecticut is a grand 6½″ × 60 torpedo gordo from the prestigious Yao Collection — one of El Septimo's most acclaimed lines. Wrapped in a silky Connecticut shade leaf, this cigar delivers a smooth, creamy profile with notes of white pepper, toasted almond, vanilla, and aged cedar. The Yao Collection represents El Septimo's highest expression of luxury and refinement.

The El Septimo Rembrandt from the Sacred Arts Collection is a striking 7″ × 54 torpedo named for the Dutch master of light and shadow. This medium-full cigar offers dramatic contrasts — rich dark chocolate and espresso balanced against bright citrus and cedar, with a peppery core that builds through the final third. The tapered foot provides a focused, intensifying draw.

Forged from the spirit of mythic giants, the Titan Series represents strength, scale, and precision in three distinct expressions. Built on a foundation of a Honduran binder and a carefully balanced blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers, each cigar is defined by its unique wrapper—delivering a differentiated experience while maintaining a cohesive identity across the line.

This is a collection designed with purpose: accessible in price, uncompromising in quality, and crafted to perform across every moment of the day.

Omega sits at the intersection of finesse and complexity. Its Rosado wrapper introduces a nuanced profile of toasted nuts, subtle sweetness, and refined spice, finishing long and smooth. A cigar built for those who appreciate depth without excess strength.

Just like the debut release, Ain't They Lovely, the No. 162 cigar is a tribute to Green Bay and its cigar heritage and the union that represented the cigar rollers in Green Bay, Local 162. The cigar is constructed using fillers from Nicaragua and a Sumatran binder layered over an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, with aromas of honey and vanilla.

With roots in cigar history dating back to 1904, Lovely Cigars is a relatively recent boutique brand. They owe their name, which originated in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to a historic Wisconsin line known as Ain't They Lovely, which existed until the 1960s. Through contemporary mixes that honor the bygone era of the brand, they hope to relive previous days. This stick has one of the two blends offered by Lovely for the Bay City cigar, the Connecticut wrapper one.

The OZ Family Cigars Maracana Robusto 5 x 52 is a bold, full-bodied cigar inspired by Tim Ozgener's connection to the legendary CAO Brazilia. Handmade at My Father Cigars Honduras, the Maracana features a distinctive Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper over a blend of Honduran and Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. Its pressed Robusto format delivers a substantial smoking experience in a compact, classic size.

Built around the rich character of Brazilian tobacco, the Maracana combines the depth of its dark wrapper with the distinctive qualities of Honduran and Nicaraguan leaf. Full-bodied and flavorful, it is crafted for smokers looking for a robust Nicaraguan-made cigar with a unique Brazilian influence and plenty of character from the first draw through the finish.

The Raíces Cubanas 1941 Nuevo Comienzo Robusto 5 x 52 is a Honduran-made cigar that pays tribute to the Endemaño family, founders and owners of the Raíces Cubanas factory. It features a Honduran Trojes wrapper surrounding dual binders from the Jamastrán Valley in Honduras and Estelí, Nicaragua, with a four-country-style regional blend of filler tobaccos from Jamastrán, Trojes, Estelí, and Jalapa. Medium to full in strength, this classic Robusto format delivers a substantial and flavorful smoking experience.

The Nuevo Comienzo showcases the character of its Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos in a blend designed for depth and complexity. Its 5 x 52 format offers an ideal balance of size and smoking time, making it an excellent choice for smokers looking for a bold, traditionally crafted Honduran cigar with a carefully layered tobacco blend. The name “Nuevo Comienzo,” meaning “New Beginning,” reflects the next chapter for the Endemaño family and the Raíces Cubanas brand.

Genesis is a small-batch super-premium, meticulously hand-crafted by Ramon Bueso in Honduras. Who is Ramon Bueso? Trust me when I tell you he isn’t some ho-hum street corner vendor. Quite the opposite, in fact, Ramon has been an integral player in the cigar industry for nearly 4 decades. Since 1977, Ramon has been honing his mastery of cigars and has perfected every facet of cigar production. From grower to roller to master-blender to factory supervisor. Early in his career, Ramon Bueso was vital in catapulting the legendary Villazon factory to new heights, working alongside cigar legends Frank Llaneza and Estelo Padron, and producing some of the world’s biggest and most successful blends in the process. Blends you enjoy early and often, from the likes of Hoyo de Monterrey, Excalibur, Punch, and so much more.

Truth is, Ramon’s mind and hands have created more brands and blends than one can accurately count, let alone imagine. But this....this is by far his most irresistible creation yet. His raison d’etre, if you will. Genesis began as ‘The Project,’ a limited production, local favorite exclusive to the Honduran market, mostly used for gifts and events. Now available on a grander scale, the Genesis is ready to make its mark. The lush, well-aged tobaccos used to craft Genesis deliver a scrumptious and complex medium to full-bodied bouquet. An exceedingly complex core of vintage long-fillers from Nicaragua and Honduras, including select ligeros, visos, and secos. This complex recipe is expertly blended, secured inside a feisty Jamastran binder, then cloaked by a dark and inviting, triple-fermented Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper boasting gorgeous oils. From the very first puff, it’s clear this cigar is something special. Each Genesis wastes no time asserting its distinct array of eventful profile. Thick and creamy flavor coats the palate, dusting the taste buds with hearty notes of espresso, roasted nuts, earth, and nutmeg. The finish is long and savory, offering a unique spicy-sweetness after each puff. Complex, yet highly refined and skillfully balanced, Genesis is a mere peak into the window of Ramon Bueso’s extraordinary talents. Genesis The Project....it’s just the beginning.

The Casa Magna Colorado Robusto 5½ x 52 is a full-bodied Nicaraguan puro created through the collaboration of master blenders Manuel Quesada and Nestor Plasencia. Handmade at the Plasencia factory in Nicaragua, it features a distinctive reddish Colorado Maduro wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. The classic Robusto format delivers a rich and flavorful smoking experience with plenty of depth.

The Colorado blend brings together a satisfying combination of cedar, coffee, cinnamon, and toasted notes, creating a bold yet complex profile from start to finish. With its rich Nicaraguan character and full strength, the Casa Magna Colorado Robusto is a classic choice for smokers looking for a flavorful, substantial cigar in a compact format.

The Quesada Suspiro Connecticut Toro offers a smooth, approachable smoking experience with a distinctive sweetened cap inspired by suspiro. This delicate meringue dessert was a Quesada family favorite. The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper brings a creamy character to the blend, while Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos add layers of cedar, toasted bread, gentle sweetness, apricot, citrus zest, and soft baking spice.

At 6" × 52, the Toro gives the blend plenty of room to develop while maintaining its mellow-to-medium strength. The subtle sweetness at the cap complements rather than overwhelms the natural tobacco flavors, creating a refined and balanced cigar that's particularly appealing to smokers who enjoy Connecticut-wrapped cigars with a unique twist.

Uses Bright, Red Virginia and St. James Parish Perique pipe tobaccos, and Nicaraguan long-fillers to achieve a sensational smoking experience. Dry and nutty at times, with a nice earthen backbone for a mineral-rich finish. Highly recommended for its aromatics!

La Aurora announced the Best Sellers 2024 Sampler Pack. The 2024 Sampler Pack offers an exclusive selection of ten top-rated cigars, showcasing the best-selling blends from the brand. From mild to bold, this collection highlights their best-selling cigars and features two Toro cigars from each of the following blends: 

• 120th Anniversary
  
• 107 Nicaragua
  
• ADN Dominicano
  
• Cameroon 1903 Time Capsule Series
  
• Connecticut 1987 Time Capsule Series

Only 500 boxes will be available! Grab 1 before they stock out!

Tasting Notes:

A Maduro lovers dream, this fine cigar is a re-launch of the Murcielago of 2009 made by the My Father brand, that was a huge success. The blend for this cigar was lost when Espinosa split off, and it has taken some time to bring the blend back to its former glory. Enjoy notes of cocoa and sweet spices with this awesome re-release.

In order to create a new Macanudo line that featured tobacco aged in French oak barrels that previously held a single vineyard cabernet sauvignon, General Cigar Co. collaborated with Flint Knoll, a small winery in Napa, California.

While the wrapper is an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade varietal with a honey-hued color, this isn't a mild smoke by any means, for the filler tobaccos are dark and potent. Mata Fina from Brazil, Piloto Cubano and Olor from the Dominican Republic, as well as some Nicaraguan Jalapa leaf are all bound inside by a Connecticut Broadleaf binder. It is this leaf that rested inside those French oak barrels from Flint Knoll, resulting in a toasted tannin crispness, and a unique olfactory experience you have to smoke to believe.

Weltschmerz is the German word for "a feeling of melancholy and world-weariness." This cigar is meant for the darkest moments of life. The sensation of Weltschmerz is best described as being "back in the rolling hills of home." The brand uses fillers from Estelí and Jalapa areas of Nicaragua, a binder from Jalapa too, and an Ecuadorian habano oscuro wrapper. The mix was created in collaboration with Claudio Sgroi and made in Nicaragua by Tabacalera Tambor.

The scents are diverse, the cigar feels calming and dark. You can feel hints of chocolate, raisins, candied orange, green grass, sandy soil, hazelnuts, vanilla, blueberry, cracked coconut, mineral raw oak, and toasted walnuts.