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El Rey Del Mundo Honduras Rothschilde

Written by: bob
  • Friday, 28 Nov 2008
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CAO Brazilia Gol

Written by: bob
  • Monday, 18 May 2009
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A must-try for fans of full-bodied maduros. Regardless of their name, CAO Brazilias are made in Honduras, from Nicaraguan filler and binder -– but the wrapper is genuinely Brazilian. The most popular are the robusto Gol! and the torpedo Samba. Rounding out the line are Ipanema, Carioca, ... (More)

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CAO Criollo Pato

Written by: bob
  • Tuesday, 05 May 2009
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Criollo, which originally means native seeds in Cuba, is a type of hybrid seeds grown in Cuba and used by people looking for a tobacco strand that can withstand molds and other agricultural problems. The type of seeds was bought by CAO, one of the most well-reputed cigar brands in the world, and ... (More)

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La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 4 (M)

Written by: BobbyRica
  • Sunday, 30 Nov 2008
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Padron 1964 Anniversary

Written by: bob
  • Saturday, 08 Nov 2008
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Padron makes use of Nicaraguan tobacco to produce their top cigars. Therefore, after 30 years of consistently producing their medium to full-bodied smokes, Padron finally released the 1964 Anniversary line. Being one of the rarest cigars in the market, the Padron commits itself to quality, which ... (More)

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Punch Honduras Rothschild

Written by: bob
  • Tuesday, 02 Jun 2009
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  • Average User Rating: 4.29
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Style is of the essence here, and the Punch Honduras surely packs a lot if it.  First of all, you’ll be bowled over by its fabulous full-bodied Honduran blend, with some Nicaraguan and Dominican thrown in.  Each cigar is usually wrapped in the superbly oily Ecuadorian-grown Sumatr... (More)

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Padron Original

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  • Monday, 03 Aug 2009
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Jose Padron created his namesake cigars in 1964 in Miami, Florida, from his Cuban roots.  Later he moved his company to Nicaragua, but because of political instability, had to reestablish his business in Honduras.  Though times were tough for the family, the Padrons put all their effort... (More)

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H. Upmann Cameroon Robusto

Written by: bob
  • Saturday, 29 Nov 2008
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H. Upmann Signature Double Eagle

Written by: BobbyRica
  • Saturday, 29 Nov 2008
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CAO America Potomac

Written by: bob
  • Tuesday, 25 Nov 2008
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CAO America Potomac is a worthy addition to distinguished CAO cigar stable, what with its handsome appearance and superb construction.  But the America stands out from the rest with its funky pinstripe look made of double Connecticut wrappers. Of Brazilian binder, it is a great full-bodi... (More)

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CAO Italia Ciao

Written by: bob
  • Wednesday, 26 Nov 2008
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Like all CAO cigars, Italia’s are made in Honduras, from Honduran wrapper and binders. It's the filler that's unusual here and gives the line its name: Habano seed, but grown in Benevento, southern Italy, exclusively for CAO (or so they say). This is blended with ... (More)

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CAO Vision Catalyst

Written by: bob
  • Wednesday, 26 Nov 2008
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