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CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "Flor de Copán 20 Aniversario Gran Reserva"

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About Flor de Copán 20 Aniversario Gran Reserva The Flor de Copán 20 Aniversario Gran Reserva is a limited-edition cigar created to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Flor de Copán brand. Produced in the historic Flor de Copán factory in Honduras, the oldest cigar factory in the country, this cigar showcases the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and quality. It features an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and a blend of aged tobaccos from Honduras and Nicaragua. Crafted in a grand corona size with a pigtail cap and presented in elegant 10-count boxes, only 6,000 individually numbered cigars have been produced, making it a true collector’s item. CigarPursuits Review Appearance & Construction: 15/15 The Flor de Copán 20 ...

CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Toro"

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About  Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Launched in 2021, the Davidoff Dominicana Toro is crafted with aged tobaccos from the 2014 harvest. Produced in the Dominican Republic's Tabadom Factory, this cigar is medium to full-bodied. It features a Dominican hybrid 257 wrapper, an Ecuadorian hybrid 151 binder, and a diverse filler from the Dominican Republic, including San Vicente visus, San Vicente mejorado seco, Piloto visus, Corojo 99 seco, and Yamasa visus. Part of Davidoff's prestigious white label portfolio, the Dominicana Toro is designed to showcase the depth and diversity of Dominican tobacco through its carefully aged blend. CigarPursuits Review Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Toro Appearance & Construction: 14/15 The Davidoff Dominicana 2014 Toro impresses with its sleek, semi-oily wrapper and a tastefully done pigtail end. The craftsmanship is mostly spot-on, though a soft spot near the band gives a moment's pause, it hardly dims the overall excellence in construct...

CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "Rocky Patel Grand Reserve"

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About  Rocky Patel Grand Reserve The Rocky Patel Grand Reserve was introduced in 2018, initially targeting the international market before being made available in the United States. This line features a blend of tobaccos from Honduras and Nicaragua, with a Nicaraguan binder and an Ecuadorian wrapper. The tobaccos are aged for at least two years, reflecting Rocky Patel's commitment to using high-quality ingredients. The Grand Reserve's development highlights the brand's ambition to craft cigars that appeal to a global audience, showcasing their dedication to producing premium, well-aged cigars.        CigarPursuits Review Rocky Patel Grand Reserve Appearance & Construction: 14/15 The cigar showcased good craftsmanship with a well-applied wrapper and fine finishes. Despite encountering a soft spot, the overall construction was smooth . Aroma: 14/15 The aroma was notably sweet and creamy , setting the stage for an inviting start. The cold draw bro...

CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "Nicarao Especial"

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About  Nicarao Especial Nicarao Cigars, established in the 21st century, draws its name and essence from the rich historical tapestry of Nicaragua, particularly from an indigenous chief named Nicarao, renowned for his wisdom and valor. The brand epitomizes the pinnacle of Nicaraguan tobacco cultivation, embracing the legacy and fertility of the land's soil to craft cigars that resonate with the authenticity and heritage of Nicaraguan history. The Nicarao Especial, introduced in 2007 and achieving acclaim as the Best Cigar at the Cigar Underground Festival in 2008, stands as a celebration of meticulous leaf selection, classification, and extended aging processes that collectively enhance the cigar's flavor profile and overall smoking experience​​​​. The Nicarao Especial Toro is a Nicaraguan puro, featuring a blend that includes a Habano wrapper from Jalapa, oscillating between rosado and oscuro hues. The leaves, aged between two to five and a half years, undergo an extended ferm...

CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "La Flor Dominicana Ligero L - Granú"

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   About  La Flor Dominicana Ligero L - Granú La Flor Dominicana, established in 1996 in the Dominican Republic by Litto Gomez and Ines Lorenzo, initially produced mild Dominican cigars under the name Los Libertadores. The brand evolved significantly after Gomez started cultivating their own tobacco, focusing on full-flavored blends with Piloto Cubano, Criollo, and Pelo d’Oro varieties. This shift to quality over quantity, alongside innovative shapes like the patented Chisel, marked La Flor Dominicana's transformation into a luxury cigar brand. La Flor Dominicana Ligero L - Granú, introduced in 2001 by Litto Gomez, is a remarkable cigar within the Ligero portfolio. Known for its large 100-count box, the Granu is distinguished by its Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, estate-grown Dominican Ligero longfiller and binder. This blend results in a full-bodied cigar with a creamy smooth smoke, robust flavor, and aroma. Its unique size, a 6 x 64 Gordo Extra, makes it the largest ring g...

CigarPursuits: Pursuing the "Nub Cameroon 460"

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About Nub cigar Nub Cigars are quite unique in the world of cigars. Most cigars take a while to reveal all their different flavors, especially the bigger ones like Toros and Churchills. Oliva Cigars wanted to create something different—a cigar that would show its flavors right from the start and keep them throughout the smoke. So, they came up with the Nub —a short and chubby cigar that promised a rich and flavorful smoking experience, just like a regular cigar, even though it's shorter. Surprisingly, Nub cigars actually have as much or even more tobacco than a typical robusto, which means they should burn just as long as a regular cigar, giving you a satisfying and lasting smoke.