Cigar Aficionado employs a meticulous blind taste-test mechanism. The tasting coordinator de-identifies the cigars and replaces their bands with white, numbered labels. Consequently, the tasting panel remains unbiased, judging the cigars solely on their merit, regardless of price, origin, or brand.
Top-Rated Cigars:
- Arturo Fuente Hemingway Work of Art (95 points, $10.60): A familiar name on our elite list, the Hemingway line showcases perfectly crafted shapes constructed with a fine Cameroon wrapper over Dominican leaves. Its unique shape offers a flawless burn and draw, revealing flavors of chocolate, almond, and vanilla.
- Blackened Cigars “M81” by Drew Estate Corona (95 points, $9.15): A triumphant collaboration between Metallica’s James Hetfield, distiller Rob Dietrich, and Nicaraguan producer Drew Estate. This compact cigar packs a punch with tastes of saffron, baking spices, and a semi-sweet chocolate finish.
- Ashton Virgin Sun Grown Illusion (94 points, $14.15): Debuting in 1999, the VSG line was a robust entrant. Today, this Lonsdale still stands tall, offering a palate of rich earthiness combined with savory roasted peanut notes.
- E.P. Carrillo Pledge Sojourn (93 points, $13.25): An evolution of the 2020 Cigar of the Year, it boasts a Connecticut Habano cover leaf, an Ecuadoran binder, and Nicaraguan filler. Its robust flavors of earth and pepper harmoniously blend with nuances of leather and coffee, a testament to Ernesto Perez-Carrillo’s expertise.
- Padrón Family Reserve No. 44 Maduro (93 points, $34.85): Initially an exclusive, the Family Reserve line has expanded. Comprising of tobaccos aged for a decade, the No. 44 presents luxurious tastes of chocolate and espresso complemented by hints of oak and cedar.
- Tatuaje Miami Havana Cazadores (93 points, $12): Cigars produced in the U.S. are rare, but Pete Johnson of Tatuaje aims to preserve this tradition. Crafted in Miami’s El Rey de Los Habanos factory, it offers a stimulating blend of earth, black pepper, and coffee with undertones of chocolate and nutmeg.
145. Sean Mobley on Cigar TV & The Future of Premium Cigars | The Cigar Guys Podcast – The Cigar Guys Podcast
In this episode of The Cigar Guys Podcast, we sit down with Sean Mobley, the founder of Cigar TV — the first-ever television network dedicated entirely to the premium cigar industry.Available now on Roku and other streaming platforms, Cigar TV brings together blenders, rollers, brand owners, cigar lounges, and enthusiasts in one place. Sean shares the inspiration behind Cigar TV, how it’s changing the way cigar culture is shared, and what’s next for the industry in a rapidly evolving digital age.While talking, we light up Sans Pareil and Besa Cigars, pairing great smoke with an even better conversation about media, storytelling, and the passion behind every cigar brand.Whether you’re a cigar lover, content creator, or someone curious about the future of the premium cigar world, this episode is a must-watch.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more cigar conversations with leaders, legends, and everyday smokers.🎙 The Cigar Guys PodcastHosts: Alex Gonzalez, Mark Nikollaj, Zachary Nikollaj, and Jared Burrows🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more📲 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @thecigarguys🔥 Special thanks to Sean Mobley and Cigar TV.——————————–Sans Pareil Cigars: https://sanspareilcigar.com/Best Cigar Mouthwash: https://SmokeSniper.comOur Cigar Brand: https://1102cigars.comCigar Guys Merch: https://cigarguys.shopOur Cigar Book: https://amazon.com/Cigar-Guys-Ultimate-Guide-Smoking/dp/B0C7DXRCCRTip Jar: https://paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=G8A8MU7Y3V9W8Minnect: https://app.minnect.com/expert/TheCigarGuysCollaboration/Sponsorship Inquiries: info@thecigarguys.comMain Website: https://thecigarguys.comFollow us on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecigarguysTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecigarguys Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecigarguysFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/realcigarguysTwitch: https://twitch.tv/cigarguysRumble: https://rumble.com/cigarguysFeaturing guest appearances of people that are involved in the cigar industry.#Cigars #CigarPodcast #CigarGuys #CigarShow #CigarReviews
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