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About  Gérard My Twenty Minutes Time Gérard Cigars, founded in 2003, has quickly established itself as a luxury brand renowned for its innovative approach and high-quality offerings. The brand's flagship line, "My Twenty Minutes Time," is celebrated for introducing the Half Robusto format, a cigar that delivers a rich and satisfying experience within a short smoking duration. Produced in the Dominican Republic, these cigars use premium tobacco blends, ensuring consistency and excellence in every smoke. Gérard Cigars emphasize comfort and craftsmanship, making their products ideal for both seasoned aficionados and casual smokers seeking brief indulgence. CigarPursuits Review Gérard My Twenty Minutes Time Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The cigar boasts excellent construction with a flawless finish and no soft spots. Its appearance is visually appealing, characterized by a smooth, well-constructed wrapper. However, one minor issue is the difficulty in remov...

About  AJ Fernandez Puro Especial The AJ Fernandez New World Puro Especial is crafted by the renowned cigar maker AJ Fernandez. This blend was developed in collaboration with his father, Ismael Fernandez, and serves as a tribute to the discovery of tobacco in the New World. The Puro Especial is a Nicaraguan puro, meaning it is made entirely from Nicaraguan tobacco. Each leaf is carefully selected from Fernandez's own farms in Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa, ensuring top-notch quality and consistency. CigarPursuits Review New World AJ Fernandez Puro Especial Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The AJF New World Puro Especial features a Maduro wrapper that is smooth to the touch. The construction is firm, indicative of precise craftsmanship. The wrapper's rich, dark brown color adds to its robust appearance. Aroma: 14/15 Before lighting, the cigar emits a sweet woody aroma from the wrapper. On the cold draw, there are peppery and sweet notes. Flavors: 29/35 Upon lig...

About   El Septimo Paris El Septimo Cigars was founded in the early 2000s in France and later relocated its headquarters to Geneva, Switzerland. Under the leadership of Zaya S. Younan, who acquired El Septimo in 2019, the company expanded its vision to redefine luxury in the cigar industry. The El Septimo Paris is part of the Travel Time Collection and pays homage to iconic cities around the world, with Paris being a highlight. This medium-strength cigar is crafted using a blend of long-filler leaves that are aged for seven years, resulting in a robust flavor profile. CigarPursuits Review Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The El Septimo Paris cigar is well-constructed, firm to the touch, and finished well, reflecting the high standards expected from the brand. Aroma: 14/15 The cigar's aroma is woody and chocolatey . The cold draw brings out spicy and peppery flavors, indicating a robust profile. Flavors: 29/35 The initial flavor is spicy , with notes of cayenne ...

About  Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Agustin  The Plasencia Cosecha 146 is a celebration of the Plasencia family's rich tobacco heritage, marking their 146th harvest since the family's first-ever tobacco harvest in 1865 in Cuba. Launched in 2017, the Cosecha 146 is noteworthy for being crafted from the Criollo ’98 variety, cultivated during the 2011-2012 harvest across Plasencia’s farms in Honduras and Nicaragua. This blend commemorates not just a milestone in the family's history but also a banner year for tobacco quality, encapsulating the essence of a tradition that spans over a century. CigarPursuits Review Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Agustin Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The torpedo is masterfully rolled, boasting a construction that speaks volumes of its quality . The wrapper, although veiny , adds to the character, suggesting a rich and engaging smoke lying within. Aroma: 14/15 Before even lighting, the cigar emitted a rich tapestry of barnyard and ea...

About Balmoral Puro Nicaragua Rothschild Masivo The Balmoral Nicaragua Rothschild Masivo is part of a relatively new range of cigars from Balmoral. Historically, Balmoral cigars were rolled in the Dominican Republic, a practice that continued throughout the Agio period. However, the brand's acquisition by STG, a group owning several factories in the Caribbean and Central America, marked a significant change. This acquisition led to the introduction of the “Nicaragua” edition, which, for the first time, is rolled in Nicaragua. The new range includes the Rothschild Masivo and a Petit Robusto, expanding Balmoral's offerings and showcasing a new direction  for the brand​.

About  Joya de Nicaragua Joya de Nicaragua, which means 'Jewel of Nicaragua' in Spanish, is a famous and historic cigar brand and the oldest in Nicaragua, established in 1968. It uses the rich, locally grown tobacco of Nicaragua's fertile lands, and has played a big role in making Nicaraguan cigars known around the world. Their range includes strong cigars like the Antaño and milder ones like the Clasico, catering to different tastes. Despite challenges during the Nicaraguan Revolution, the brand has thrived and is a symbol of skill and national pride. Today, Joya de Nicaragua is owned by Dr. Alejandro Martínez Cuenca, who has led the company to global recognition. The brand's cigars, celebrated for their unique Nicaraguan tobacco flavor, are enjoyed by people all over the world.

About Aliados Aliados, the legendary cigar brand originally created by Don Rolando Reyes in Cuba, continues to evolve with a new identity. Don Rolando, a cigar industry icon with roots tracing back to pre-revolutionary Cuba, produced Aliados cigars in Havana until his factory was seized in the early 1960s. After relocating, Aliados found its home in Honduras in 1990. Today, it thrives in two distinct lines. The first, crafted by Julio Eiroa in Honduras, preserves the original blend perfected by Rolando Reyes. The second, a limited 2022 release by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo in the Dominican Republic, showcases a Sumatra wrapper aged for five years. This revival honors the Cuban exiles who pursued their cigar-making dreams outside of Cuba, symbolizing unity within the industry. CigarPursuits Review Appearance & Construction : 13/15 I sampled a torpedo size, with dimensions of 6 x 54. The wrapper, while generally smooth , did display slight imperfections , including a few noticeable crac...