Recently Cigar Aficionado magazine released their Top 25 Cigars for 2016. As every year we put together these samplers and customers love it. Here we go again. Not just you get to try them all but also get discounted prices when buying this sampler of top rated cigars.
No. 1 La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull
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La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull Cigars is a dark cigar and comes packages in boxes of 10. These are one of the newest releases of La Flor Dominicana at the 2016 IPCPR Trade Show. The La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull is a cigar to invoke the spirit of famous Toreros from the motherland, Spain. Using a dark yet natural Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper, La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull Cigars shows its character and uniqueness. Using only some of the most powerful fillers and binders grown in the famous La Canela Farm, owned by Litto Gomez Family. These are delicious smoke with a figurado shape and size of 52-64 X 6 1/2. Carefully packaged in 10 count boxes these unique smokes are now available at Cuenca Cigars Online. Since their release we have been selling tons of these magnificent cigars. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 2 Rocky Patel Sun Grown Maduro Robusto
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Maduro’s cigars are not something that Rocky Patel in his long-lasting live as cigar manufacturer, does take lightly. In its over 10 years of producing some of the most delightful smokes, he decided to make a maduro version of one of its most popular blends: the Special Reserve Sungrown. Hand rolled at the new TraviCusa factory of Rocky Patel located in Nicaragua. The blend is strong and complex with amazing flavors that include Cocoa and Dark Chocolate in a sweet finish. The Robusto size has somehow the most compact flavor profile in its 5 x 50 format. These cigars have been part of our extensive selection for a while now and a great feed back is been captured after repeated customers and commenting. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 3 Partagas Serie E No. 2 Cuban
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Partagas Serie E No. 2 is a hefty cigar
with a notably big ring gauge born in Cuba. It debuted in 2011 at the XIII
Habanos Festival and since then it is constantly being named as one of the
favourite of the connoisseurs. This puro flaunts a light brown wrapper with
visible seams. It hides a blend of chosen tobaccos from the Vuelta Abajo Region
noted for their aroma and flavours. This stogie is as big on flavours as its
broad size with notes of wood, tobacco, leather and prominent earthiness. With
some aging in your humidor it turns out be an excellent smoke that would surely
satiate your palate. The strength is between medium to full. The Partagas Serie
E No. 2 is 5 ½ x 54 in size which is named Duke. It is available in boxes of 25.
You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of
2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 4 E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro Piramides Royal
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E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro Piramides Royal is a proof that the master blender Ernesto Perez Carrillo has still a lot to offer to the cigar enthusiasts. He is very involved in all the stages of cigar making which shows in his every offering. For this one he chose a Mexican San Andres wrapper for the first time and laid it over a blend of Nicaraguan fillers bound by an Ecuadorian binder. This results in a powerful cigar that invigorates the senses with balanced nuances of spices, pepper, wood and sweetness. Medium to full in body they burn in a slow manner giving the time to savour all the flavours it has to offer. It has received rave reviews and top ratings from the prestigious publications reaffirming its awesomeness. The E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro Piramides Royal is 6 x 52 in size and come in boxes of 24. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 5 Padrón Serie 1926 No. 90 Natural
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Since the release of this celebratory cigar, we knew it will be a winner. The cigar was created to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the patriarch and founder of Padron cigars, Don Jose Orlando Padron. His 90 years of healthy live, surrounded by tobacco and traditions, has a lot to tell and the 90th Anniversary does just that. The Padron Cigars are one of the boutique lines that have grown big but still keep low production and high quality. One of the highlight from Padron Cigars is the squared pressed in all of his lines. As a surprise, Padron 1926 Series 90th Anniversary Natural is not in a boxed pressed format. You can't blame a man that, at his 90th, is still open for a change. The 90th Anniversary Cigars are in a rounded format and comes packaged in elegant white tubes with Jose Orlando Padron handwriting signature. Padron 1926 Series 90th Anniversary Cigars - Natural Box of 10 are now available at Cuenca Cigars Online. You can buy them online or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 6 Arturo Fuente Rosado Sun Grown Magnum R Vitola "Forty Four"
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Arturo Fuente Rosado Sun Grown Magnum R
Vitola "Forty Four" is quite a mouthful name. It is one of the latest
offering of Fuente blended by none other than Carlos Fuente Jr. He shows that
innovation is not the forte of young people only and can be done by century old
organisation as well. Carlos Fuente selected Ecuadorian Rosado wrapper leaf
which is sun grown and taken from the lower priming of the plants. What’s more
is that they are fermented for 10 years. It encases a blend of top quality
Dominican tobaccos which are also aged to perfection. They deliver a medium
bodied mellow smoke with subtle notes of spices, nuts, toast, leather,
sweetness and cream. The aromas of wood, herbs, barnyard and floral hit the
nose taking the experience to a new level. An outstanding experimental cigar
that has made its way to the top cigar list not once but twice. The Arturo
Fuente Rosado Sun Grown Magnum R Vitola "Forty Four" is 4 7/8 x 47 in
size and comes packed in boxes of 44 cigars each. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best
Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 7 Herrera Esteli Norteño Robusto Grande
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Grande here.
Herrera Esteli Norteño Robusto Grande is an
excellent premium made by master blender Willy Herrera under the banner of Drew
Estate. It is a tribute to the place where both Herrera Esteli and Drew Estate
is born. This hefty, robust cigar packs finest fillers from the land of Jalapa
and Esteli which are tightly held in place by a Honduran binder. They are all
draped in a San Andres Maduro wrapper coated with an oily sheen. This fantastic
blend delivers a hearty full bodied smoke loaded a host of flavours. Bold
presence of spices, pepper, chocolate, cocoa, earth, dark coffee and nuts is felt
throughout the smoke. The perfect construction ensures a fine burn and easy
draw. The Herrera Esteli Norteño Robusto Grande is handmade in 5 ½ x 54 sizes.
They come in packs of 10. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply
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No. 8 Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto
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Serie V Melanio Robusto here.
Oliva Serie V Melanio Robusto is one of the
much anticipated releases after the grand success of original Serie V Melanio and Serie
V Melanio Maduro. It is named after their first patriarch Melanio Oliva who grew
tobacco in Cuba. This fine stogie combines some of Oliva’s oldest tobaccos that
were grown in Condega and Esteli along with some dose of Jalapa grown tobaccos.
This concoction is encapsulated in a dark and thick Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper
leaf with an oily and seamless appearance. The result is a full bodied gem that
leaves you enchanted with every puff. Black pepper, cocoa, bread and creamed
coffee in a nuanced way all flock into the mouth as the cigar proceeds in a
smooth manner. It is certainly worth every penny you spent on it. The Oliva
Serie V Melanio Robusto is rolled in the size of 5 x 52 and packed in boxes of
10. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars
of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 9 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 Cuban
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Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is one among
the top five Robustos of all brands. This astounding cigar is handmade in Cuba
with the finest tobaccos available. They are draped in a reddish brown wrapper
with little veins and nice oily sheen. It is perfect in construction with no
soft spots. Medium in body yet it is robust in flavours. Earthy aromas combined
with notes of spices, dark fruits and sweet florals create an authentic Cuban
smoking experience. Leather, coca and honey flavours enter the fray a little
later. The profile remains extraordinarily smooth and creamy throughout the
burn. The top-notch construction ensures absolutely delightful burn and draw.
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is 4 7/8 x 50 in size and available in 25
count sliding boxes. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop
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No.10 Punch Gran Puro Santa Rita
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Punch Gran Puro Santa Rita is a Honduran
puro crafted with vintage tobaccos that create an enchanting smoke. It is
skilfully handcrafted at the Danli factory in Honduras. This handsome puro is a
stunning example of what this country has to offer in terms of tobaccos and
smoke. This premium offers a full bodied hearty smoking experience with
sprinkling of spices all through the end. It is sure to take your palate on a
joy ride that last almost an hour long. This fascinating cigar has been highly
rated for its extra rich flavours and enticing aromas with a smooth, buttery
character. It keeps your senses captivated as long as it burns. The Punch Gran
Puro Santa Rita is made in the size of 4 1/2 x 52 and offered in boxes of 25. You
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No. 11 Casa Fernandez Miami Aganorsa Leaf
Maduro Robusto Extra
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Casa Fernandez Miami Aganorsa Leaf Maduro
Robusto Extra is an extraordinary blend that displays the unique
characteristics of the tobaccos produced under Aganorsa. It is one of the
prominent grower and supplier of Nicaraguan tobaccos that find place in top
brand cigars. Now they are into cigar blending and they excel in this department
too. Vintage filler tobaccos from the most fertile regions of Nicaragua are
saved for this particular blend. For the covering they have gone outside and
picked a well-aged maduro wrapper from San Andres. The outcome is a medium to
full bodied heady cigar with notes of coffee, chocolate and sweet cream. A must
have in the aficionados humidors. The Casa Fernandez Miami Aganorsa Leaf Maduro
Robusto Extra is 5 x 54 in size and come in boxes of 15. You can buy them
online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar
Aficionado.
No. 12 Casa Turrent Serie 1901 Robusto
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Casa Turrent Serie 1901 Robusto is crafted
to change the notion people seem to have about a Mexican blend. It is one of
the best offering of Mexico in the premium cigar market in the US. Blended with
a mix of Mexican and Nicaraguan tobaccos of Cuban seed Criollo variety this one
turns out to be quite surprising. This blend is beautifully enwrapped in a
Negro seed San Andres wrapper with a shiny look. The body strength is medium
but the smoke is intense and assertive. Exceptionally flavourful it exudes
balanced notes of roasted almond, wood, coffee, spices, cinnamon and sweetness
all through the way making it a totally savoury option. The Casa Turrent Serie
1901 Robusto is handcrafted in the size of 5 x 50 and packed in boxes of 20. You
can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 13 La Aroma De Cuba Mi Amor Belicoso
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La Aroma De Cuba Mi Amor Belicoso is a
masterpiece crafted at the world-class factory of Don Pepin Garcia in
Nicaragua. It comes enwrapped in a dark Cuban seed Mexican wrapper with a
toothy texture. The core is packed with selected Nicaraguan long fillers which
create a robust smoke. The profile is medium-full with a notable complex
character that is finely balanced to ensure a smooth smoking experience. It
exudes a bouquet of flavours including notes of earth, spices, espresso and
cocoa. Little sweetness marks the end of this well-constructed cigar. This is
one cigar that would surely leave you satisfied and content. The La Aroma De
Cuba Mi Amor Belicoso is rolled in the size of 5 1/2 x 54 and come in boxes of
25. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars
of 2016 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 14 Aging Room Small Batch M356II Mezzo
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Aging Room Small Batch M356II Mezzo is one
cigar which you just can’t afford to miss out. Blended with the rarest tobaccos
they are produced in very small number, hence, won’t last very long if you
wait. Dominican tobaccos that were set aside for a significantly long period
till there was just enough are only used to make this rare gem. It is named
after the day it was born that is a Monday which was the 356
th day
of the year. It shows an excellent balance and restraint in a powerful, zesty
body. It displays power but never crosses the limit to threaten. It creates a
mesmerizing medium bodied smoke with rounded notes of spices like nutmeg,
cinnamon, pepper and nuts, fruits. As you smoke it you will realise why it
finds a place in top charts over and over again. The Aging Room Small Batch
M356II Mezzo is a Toro in the size of 6 x 54. Boxes of 20 are available. You
can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016
by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 15 RoMa Craft CroMagnon Anthropology
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RoMa Craft CroMagnon Anthropology again
displays why this brand is taken so seriously. Fine tobaccos sourced carefully,
aged patiently and finally rolled skilfully is the story behind each of their
offering. This stogie combines a host of tobaccos from three different nations.
The fillers are Nicaraguan grown in Esteli, Condega and Pueblo Nuevo and one of
them is a ligero cultivated from top priming. They are securely bound by a
Cameroon binder and the dark broadleaf maduro wrapper that encases them is from
Connecticut. This dark beauty releases an array of bold flavours that evolve
with each puff. Balanced notes of oak, pepper and leather with thick plumes of
smoke make this cigar an elegant one. This medium to full bodied stick is
perfect to pick up with your favourite drink. The RoMa Craft CroMagnon
Anthropology is made in the size of 5 3/4 x 46. They come in boxes of 24. You can
buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by
Cigar Aficionado.
No. 16 El Centurion H-2k-CT Toro
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El Centurion H-2k-CT Toro offers one more
reason to be in love with My Father Cigars creations that almost always surpass
your expectations. The H-2k-CT line is an extension of the widely popular El
Centurion series and named after its exquisite wrapper. This wrapper is a Cuban
seed Connecticut sun grown wrapper leaf. It conceals a blend of Cuban seed
Criollo 98 and Corojo 99 Nicaraguan tobaccos that are grown in Garcia family’s
very own farm and left for aging for 3 years. The cigar turns out to be a
magnificent one with medium-full body strength and whole lot of flavours. Notes
of honey, cedar and nuts all make an appearance while the cigar displays a
beautiful burn. Nuances of cream and sweet spices offer a mouth-watering
finish. The complexity of these flavours is nicely balanced to ensure optimum
pleasure. The Toro vitola is precisely box-pressed giving it a beautiful look. The
El Centurion H-2k-CT Toro is 6 x 52 in size and come in boxes of 20. You can
buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2016 by
Cigar Aficionado.
No. 17 Brick House Corona Larga
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Brick House Corona Larga is a re-invented
vintage cigar that has once created a storm among the cigar enthusiasts. A
little backstory here, Brick House is one of the oldest releases of J.C. Newman
which was named after his ancestral home made of brick in Cuba. It was a
happening place for revellers who enjoyed smoking and socialising. His
grandsons, Eric and Bobby, have attempted to re-create this classic and we can
safely say that they haven’t disappointed. They chose a blend of perfectly aged
Nicaraguan tobaccos enwrapped in a Havana Subido wrapper. This blend has
managed to evoke the nostalgia by offering almost similar Cuban smoking
experience. With rich notes of earth, pepper, cedar and coffee this medium to
full bodied cigar is a treat for the aficionados. The icing on the cake is its
super affordable price. The Brick House Corona Larga is 6 ¼ x 46 in size. It
comes in boxes of 25. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop
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No. 18 Alec Bradley Coyol Petit Lancero
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Alec Bradley Coyol Petit Lancero displays a
very special discovery of Alan Rubin, the man behind Alec Bradley brand. This
blend is named after the farm Coyol from where the tobaccos are sourced. This
farm produces some of the best tobaccos in the world which are marked by their
flavours and aromas. Alan was so impressed with these tobaccos that he used
them everywhere in this blend, filler, binder and wrapper. The Nicaraguan and
Honduran tobaccos mingle perfectly with this unique tobacco and created a cigar
like never before. Highly skilled rollers at Raices Cubanas factory give shape
to these masterpieces. The profile is medium-full with bold notes earth,
leather, pepper that hit the palate from the very beginning. The finish is
marked by subtly sweet nuances of cherry and nutmeg. The Alec Bradley Coyol
Petit Lancero is made in the size of 6 ½ x 41 and packed in boxes of 20. You
can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015
by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 19 Cohiba Siglo VI (Tubo)
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Cohiba Siglo VI is a distinguished offering
by this world renowned brand. It is one of their first releases that sport a
broad ring gauge that exceeds 50. It is beautifully presented filled in tubes
which is also a first for Cohiba. This Cuban puro is a hefty vitola handcrafted
masterfully at the El Laguito factory in Cuba. It features ligero tobaccos that
impart more power and flavour to the blend. However, it never overwhelms and
keeps it classy and elegant. The rich notes of cream and chocolate with hints
of vanilla, cedar and caramel captivate the palate. With time they intensify creating
a satisfying experience one looks for in a Cuban cigar. The aromas are
invigorating too. Overall, if you want to taste a fine Cuban smoke this is one
you can count on. The Cohiba Siglo VI is made in the size of 5 5/6 x 52 and
come in boxes of 25. You can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop
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No. 20 Enclave Churchill (A.J. Fernandez)
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Enclave Churchill is a magnificent cigar
from one of the world’s leading premium cigar blender, A.J. Fernandez. He has
been mesmerizing the cigar connoisseurs for years and they are not yet over it.
One of his latest offering, Enclave is a fine example of it. It is blended with
carefully selected Nicaraguan long fillers that are mixed with proprietary
Pilato Cubano tobaccos. They are held in place by a Cameroon binder and finally
topped off by a stunning Habano Rosado wrapper. The finely skilled rollers at
the Tabacalera Fernandez Factory roll them up beautifully without leaving any
soft spot. This hefty stick displays a medium to full body strength and a
fabulous bouquet of flavours. Perfectly balanced notes of sweet cedar, pepper,
cinnamon and spices keep playing on the palate till the end. With this A.J.
Fernandez has again created a masterpiece that showcases his Cuban heritage.
The Enclave Churchill is made in the size of 7 x 52 and packed in boxes of 20. You
can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015
by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 21 Villiger San’Doro Colorado Robusto
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Villiger San’Doro Colorado Robusto is an
exquisitely crafted cigar from a relatively new player in the premium cigar
market. Villager is not new to the premium cigar world altogether as they have
a long relationship with tobaccos since 17
th century. The name of
this cigar is derived from Latin name of tobacco which means scared plant of
India. Choicest Nicaraguan tobaccos blended precisely to craft this premium. On
the top a luscious Ecuadorian wrapper is laid beautifully. The top notch
construction makes sure that this solid stick burns smoothly with an easy draw.
The palate is treated with soft and rounded notes of cream, coffee, chocolate,
nuts, wood and earth with little spices. From start to end this medium bodied
gem is a total winner and worth your money. It has managed to impress critics
and enthusiasts alike. The Villiger San’Doro Colorado Robusto is crafted in the
size of 5 x 50 and available in boxes of 20. You can buy them online at Cuenca
Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 22 Henry Clay Stalk Cut Toro
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Henry Clay Stalk Cut Toro is a recent
release of a very old brand that was almost forgotten except for their ardent
fans. Now this cigar is crafted under Altadis U.S.A umbrella by a bunch of
skilful rollers called Groupo de Maestros. The tobaccos used here need special
mention as they are a mix of vintage tobaccos and a specially cut wrapper. 2012
Dominican Piloto and Olor long fillers combined with 2013 Nicaraguan Criollo
filler tobaccos bound by a 2010 Dominican Piloto binder fill the core of these
cigars. The wrapper is 2012 Connecticut Broadleaf which is cut from the stalk
and cured with it. The result is deeper earthy flavour that is very much
evident in each puff. This exotic concoction creates a bevy of flavours in full
body strength. The palate stays busy with notes of spices, chocolate, coffee,
leather and earth throughout the burn. After smoking one of these you would
definitely wonder why it was out of market for so long. The Henry Clay Stalk
Cut Toro is 6 x 54 in size. They come in boxes of 20. You can buy them online
at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015 by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 23 Casa Cuba Doble Cinco
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Casa Cuba Doble Cinco is a special release
by Arturo Fuente under the supervision of great Carlos Fuente sr. He has been
involved with this blend from the very first stage and crafted them in
traditional way that he has learned at a young age. This cigar from its look to
its flavour gives a Cuban feel which was the primary intention of Fuente sr.
The tobaccos used in it are all Cuban seed Dominican long fillers and binder.
The wrapper is made from a gorgeous Ecuadorian Habano leaf. The recipe cooks up
a perfect smoke marked by fine balance, rich flavours and thick plumes of smoke
all reminiscent of Old Cuban cigars. They display medium body strength with
refined notes of wood, leather, spices and creamy sweetness at the end. It is a
must have for both the aficionados as well as novices to know what it was to
smoke in old Cuba. The Casa Cuba Doble Cinco is made in the size of 5 x 50. You
can buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015
by Cigar Aficionado.
No. 24 Illusione MK
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Illusione MK is an
example of the fine blending skill of Dion Giolito, owner of Illusione. This
brand was once a limited production release and displayed in the Trade Shows
only. Now, they are a regular production without any compromise on the quality.
The name MK signifies ‘mind control’ and it does control you as long as you
hold it between your fingers. Finest quality Nicaraguan tobaccos are chosen for
this stogie and blended with perfect precision. Giolito crafted these cigars in
only one vitola size and that is Corona, as he felt that this is a perfect
format to showcase this blend. This Nicaraguan puro delivers a full bodied
robust smoke laden with complex notes of coffee, leather, black cherry and
spices. The finishing notes are slightly sweet. They are a fine choice when you
are in a mood for a hearty smoke. The Illusione MK is rolled in the size of 5
1/8 x 42 and packed in boxes of 25. You can buy them
online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015 by Cigar
Aficionado.
No. 25 El Gueguense Corona Gorda
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El Gueguense Corona
Gorda is the first offering of Nicholas Melillo who was formerly associated
with Drew Estate. After his separation with the bran he came up with his own
company, Foundation Cigar Co. and blended his first cigar named El Gueguense
which is a name of an old Nicaraguan play and means ‘the wise man’. This cigar
is made of solely Nicaraguan tobaccos of different regions. The wrapper and
binder both are Corojo 99 leaves which encase a mix of vintage Criollo and
Corojo long fillers from 2011 and 2012. This hefty dose of Nicaraguan leaves
create a rich, full bodied smoke loaded with complexity and robust flavors. As
they smoothly burn notes of cedar, leather, earth, dark chocolate and spices
tease the palate before finally leaving with a sweet finish. The burn and draw
are both excellent and add more to the pleasure. The El Gueguense Corona Gorda
is 5 5/8 x 46 in size and come in boxes of 25. You can
buy them online at Cuenca Cigars or simply Shop our 25 Best Cigars of 2015 by
Cigar Aficionado.