This page brings together all the reviews I’ve written since I started using numerical ratings. I created it to give folks an easy way to browse the reviews in one place, with links to the full write-ups.
| Cigar | Wrapper in the review | Rating | What stood out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Privada Rare Box Eladio Experience Robusto | Connecticut Shade / Ecuador | 99 | Rich, layered delivery with sparkling spice, sustained energy, and medium strength as the profile deepens. |
| West Tampa Chef Rick Toro | Habano 2000 | 98 | Gentle composure develops into a darker, more energetic profile while retaining warmth and balance. |
| NF Cigars V Década Torpedo | Cameroon (aged at least 3 years) | 99 | Rapid flavor movement over a toffee-centered core, with aromatic lift and persistent energy through the finish. |
| Privada Fuego Maduro Pre-Release | San Andrés Negro (Turrent) / Mexico | 97 | A stable cedar core supports rotating flavors and increasingly rich chocolate, building to a concentrated finish. |
| Crowned Heads Moonflower Toro | Corojo-seed / Nicaragua: Namanji | 99 | Spacious, rounded delivery with playful energy, restrained strength, and minimal compression at the finish. |
| Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel-Aged Sun Grown Epicure | Cuban-seed Sun Grown / Nicaragua | 95 | A commanding, stable dark core supports elaborate secondary complexity, with full body and moderate strength. |
| Privada Killer Cameroon Robusto | Cameroon Negro / Nicaragua: Estelí | 92 | A composed dark core and contrasting secondary flavors maintain structure, energy, and room for individual expression. |
| Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic 1950 Toro (Sep 15, 2026) | Habano Rosado / Nicaragua | 100 | Twenty months of age brings continuous movement, refinement, and a remarkably cohesive overall experience. |
| IGM Cigars Flor de Puriscal Toro | Costa Rica: Puriscal | 80 | Limited engagement and uneven flavor development, with more interesting savory notes on the late retrohale. |
| Puros Mantis Habano Corona | Ecuador Habano | 95 | Aging brings greater structure, composure, and coherence to the blend. |
| H. Upmann 1844 Añejo Toro (Sep 11, 2026) | Habano / Ecuador | 99 | Extended aging develops exceptional complexity, with persistent sweetness lifting an increasingly intense profile. |
| IGM Zarpe | Habano Rosado Claro / Costa Rica | 97 | Clear structure and well-timed transitions maintain composure and expression from light-up to the finish. |
| GP Cigars GP 10 Aniversario Billy | Connecticut Broadleaf / United States: Connecticut | 99 | Bold, declarative delivery maintains flavor depth as the profile concentrates around espresso near the finish. |
| Las Villas By the Book Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 99 | Darkness and density remain animated by energy that persists through the final compression. |
| Las Villas Seleccion Red Corona Gorda | San Andrés Maduro / Mexico | 99 | A bright opening deepens into a dark, coherent profile that remains active and articulate at the nub. |
| AJ Fernandez New World Cameroon Toro | Cameroon | 92 | Consistent, unobtrusive delivery with steady strength and a late burst of fruit, cream, and spice. |
| Curivari Gran Reserva Edición 2025 654 | Nicaragua | 100 | Cuban-like composure and clear articulation, with energy concentrating in the core as activity declines. |
| Pospiech Smoke This Trust Me Connecticut Toro | Connecticut | 96 | Balanced, creamy delivery develops into a latte-like finish without harshness or loss of composure. |
| Paul Stulac Post Script Habano Toro | Habano | 98 | Velvety texture, restrained strength, and orange-oil sweetness provide lift as the core darkens. |
| Privada Baby Billy Bonkers Robusto | Maduro (specific tobacco undisclosed) | 93 | Structured movement and a pleasing progression develop into full body, with a brief late surge of nicotine. |
| Miami Humidor Bundle Maduro Churchill | Maduro / Nicaragua | 91 | Flavorful, approachable delivery without harshness, offset by numerous minor burn corrections. |
| Pospiech Smoke This Trust Me Habano Toro | Habano / Undisclosed | 96 | Rotating flavors and ample complexity remain coherent as the profile compresses into a darker finish. |
| Penn Standard Broadleaf Toro Deluxe Tubos | Broadleaf Maduro / United States: Pennsylvania | 94 | A leisurely, structured progression gives way to a late surge of Broadleaf power and activity. |
| Tatuaje El Triunfador Original Cazadores | Connecticut Broadleaf | 97 | Contained power and persistent energy support secondary complexity even as the movement slows. |
| NF Cigars V Década Toro | Cameroon (aged 3 years) | 98 | Restrained energy, rich aromatics, and changing expressions within a stable profile. |
| Martinez New York City Numero 4 | Cameroon | 96 | Complex flavor movement and floral lift accompany full body without excessive strength. |
| Cayman Mariner Robusto | Corojo / Ecuador | 96 | Sweet, creamy complexity gives way to a darker, richer core as strength builds late. |
| Macanudo Sumatra Toro | Ecuadorian Sumatra / Ecuador | 95 | Subtle complexity opens gradually, with aromatic lift and a controlled darkening toward the finish. |
| Crowned Heads Tennessee Waltz Toro | Connecticut Broadleaf / USA | 92 | An initially sparse profile gathers structure, expands in activity, and resolves around a dark coffee core. |
| Privada Patisserie Macaron Series Orange | Undisclosed / Dominican Republic | 98 | Full flavor, caramelized sweetness, and light citrus remain structured and free of drift. |
| Arturo Fuente Don Carlos No. 2 | African Cameroon | 99 | Composed delivery conceals substantial complexity, with expressive Cameroon character and sustained balance. |
| Privada Patisserie Macaron Series Lemon | Undisclosed / Honduras | 94 | A restrained opening builds patiently toward an energetic, highly active home stretch. |
| Crowned Heads Mil Dias Corona Gorda | Habano / Ecuador | 99 | Continuous flavor movement and recurring baked-goods notes develop around a coffee, cream, and wood structure. |
| Privada Patisserie Macaron Series Vanilla | Undisclosed / Nicaragua | 98 | A simple coffee-and-cedar core supports regrouping flavors, smooth texture, and sophisticated composure. |
| Megilla MSA Salamone | Mexican San Andrés Maduro | 95 | Dynamic complexity and shifting combinations remain engaging throughout a long progression. |
| Privada Patisserie Corona | Undisclosed | 99 | Rich pastry-like character and persistent complexity retain elegance and composure through the finish. |
| El Titan de Bronze Black Swan Corona Gorda | Nicaraguan Habano | 96 | A gradual build in complexity becomes an energetic late surge that continues at the nub. |
| La Gloria Cubana Intención Toro (Jul 16, 2026) | Mexican San Andrés | 94 | Additional age brings stronger integration, nuttier character, and brighter citrus and cedar. |
| Auremio Collectio Maduro Toro | Cuban-Seed Maduro | 97 | A clear core and abundant energy sustain constant movement, renewed late activity, and a dark finish. |
| Cayman Doubloon Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 92 | An understated identity emerges gradually through a deliberately controlled, nuanced presentation. |
| Auremio Deliciae Maduro Robusto | Cuban-Seed Maduro | 94 | Frequent transitions remain anchored by a stable core, with full body and lingering sweetness without heaviness. |
| Privada Bowser | Habano / Nicaragua: Jalapa | 91 | An uneven opening develops into a thick, creamy profile lifted by fruit, sweet bread, and spice. |
| Partagás Y Nada Más Cibao | Corojo (Ecuador) | 89 | An identifiable, full-bodied profile remains articulate, but its relatively static presentation limits engagement. |
| Cayman Broadside Gordo | Connecticut Broadleaf / U.S.A. | 94 | Powerful, layered delivery builds to a heavy, forceful finish that demands a slow smoking pace. |
| Lanuza Mechudo Toro | Habano Estelí / Nicaragua | 95 | Orange-zest lift and contained movement temper growing power, preserving composure through a full-bodied finish. |
| Paul Stulac Miami Style | Nicaraguan Habano | 97 | Relaxed early movement develops into a stronger, thicker, more contemplative finish with a distinct identity. |
| Curivari Selección Privada Maduro Magnificos (Jun 26, 2026) | Nicaraguan Habano Maduro / Nicaragua | 99 | An energetic opening settles into dignified composure, with persistent sweetness lifting the dark core. |
| Hound Reserva Maduro Short Robusto | Indonesia | 94 | Aromatic character and persistent movement keep the profile working through the finish without collapse. |
| Cayman Mariner Toro | Nicaraguan Corojo | 97 | Muscular flavor, full body, and Dominican nuance remain smooth and controlled as strength rises. |
| Cuban Partagás Serie D No. 4 | Cuba: Vuelta Abajo / Pinar del Río likely, but not specifically disclosed by Habanos for this vitola | 100 | Free-flowing complexity remains structured and clear, with sweetness and mineral lift balancing a gradual strength build. |
| Ferio Tego Summa Toro (Jun 21, 2026) | Ecuadorian Corojo | 99 | Orderly flavor development and pulsing spice lead to a full, compressed finish that retains balance and clarity. |
| Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 2 | Brazilian Arapiraca | 96 | A steadily assembled structure opens into coordinated late complexity before resolving back to the core. |
| Domain Attenuation Toro Extra | Ecuadorian Connecticut-seed / Ecuador: Cajuaca | 97 | Clarity, expansiveness, and energy as body builds, without becoming heavy. |
| HVC La Decoración | Habano 2000 / Ecuador | 96 | Cuban-like composure develops into bold Nicaraguan strength while retaining balance and articulation. |
| Dunamis Dominion | Maduro (Nicaragua) | 98 | Power and complexity concentrate within a firm structure, with spice keeping the energy visible as density increases. |
| Cayman Tortuga Perfecto | Ecuadorian Connecticut and Mexican San Andrés | 98 | Alternating wrapper influence creates rises and falls in strength, with a coherent core and a final bright shift. |
| Penn Standard Gold Standard Toro Deluxe Tubo | Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade | 90 | Citrus lift and smooth movement balance a darker, more muscular foundation as spice builds late. |
| Curivari Buenaventura Pralines P 652 | San Andrés Maduro / Mexico: San Andrés | 96 | Steady energy and a praline-like theme persist through increasing strength and late compression. |
| La Gloria Cubana Intención Toro (Jun 12, 2026) | Mexican San Andrés | 92 | Restrained, composed delivery maintains its structure as the profile grows darker and stronger. |
| Aganorsa Leaf International Supreme Leaf Euro Toro | Corojo ’99 / Nicaragua | 94 | Bread-like richness smooths a dense, powerful profile, while persistent spice prevents collapse. |
| Cayman Monarch Toro | Arapiraca / Brazil: Undisclosed | 98 | An unwavering core supports purposeful, developing complexity and a composed, firm resolution. |
| Cayman Sovereign II Robusto | Ecuadorian Connecticut-seed / Country: Ecuador | 96 | Effortless movement and savory complexity remain smooth and disciplined through the finish. |
| Ferio Tego Timeless Prestige Robusto | Honduran | 92 | Familiar flavors gain complexity through disciplined organization, becoming more animated as the profile compresses. |
| Crowned Heads Mil Dias Maduro | Connecticut Broadleaf | 93 | A creamy structural center supports slow movement, with spice and mineral lift keeping the dark finish lively. |
| Definition One13 Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 93 | A dark core gives way to lighter, balanced cycling before reconcentrating through a bread-accented finish. |
| La Aurora Family Creed Perseverancia Gran Toro | Pennsylvania Broadleaf | 93 | Discipline and balance preserve the profile’s shape through changing sweetness and savory complexity. |
| Lanuza Maduro | Ecuadorian Habano Maduro | 100 | Rapid sweet-to-savory shifts remain composed, with a persistent core and cream supporting continual changes. |
| Ferio Tego Generoso 2024 Toro | Honduran Sun Grown | 99 | Dark, earthy depth is delivered with deliberate structure, clear identity, and sustained vitality. |
| Drew Estate Undercrown El Tigre Dominicano Corona Viva | Ecuadorian Sumatra-Seed | 95 | A clear core and bright counterpoints sustain energy through compression, with moderate strength and little nicotine impact. |
| Antihero Toro Deluxe Tubo | Nicaraguan | 90 | Straightforward Nicaraguan character stays composed and articulate, with full body developing late. |
| Attaie One and Only Sumatra Torpedo | Indonesian Sumatra | 97 | Wave-like flavor movement gathers intensity while retaining brightness and energy through a darker finish. |
| AJ Fernandez Amar | Nicaraguan Habano | 95 | Subtle movement and well-integrated flavors create a comfortable, articulate progression with restrained spice. |
| Ferio Tego Metropolitan Maduro University | Connecticut Broadleaf | 94 | Mellow strength and rich Broadleaf character conceal an articulate, active profile that persists to the nub. |
| La Aurora Small Batch Lot No. 008 Ambassador Perfecto | Mexican San Andrés, San Andrés rope | 98 | A fully realized, complex profile arrives immediately and sustains its richness without a lengthy transition arc. |
| Cigar Page Scratch Blends Retrohale #1 | Ecuadorian Connecticut | 92 | Brightness and subtle complexity remain articulate as spice and strength build, without late harshness. |
| Attaie One & Only Connecticut Toro | Connecticut | 97 | Shifting points of emphasis within a coherent, refined profile, with citrus, nuts, and a composed finish. |
| AJ Fernandez New World Puro Especial Short Churchill (Apr 30, 2026) | Nicaraguan Criollo ’98 (San José farm) | 95 | A stable core supports lively late combinations and shifting spice, resolving into a smooth, articulate finish. |
| Drew Estate Early Access Fire (El Tigre Dominicano) Toro | Ecuador Sumatra | 80 | A pleasant early profile loses cohesion late as spice, compression, and nicotine overwhelm the finish. |
| Megilla Limited Edition Shofar Salamon | Candela, Connecticut, Habano, Maduro (multi-wrapper barber pole) | 92? | An unstable, continually shifting presentation remains anchored by a core, creating an unpredictable experience. |
| Domain Neutron Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 98 | Elements continually rearrange within a stable shape, expressing San Andrés character at moderate strength. |
| Your Mom Toro | Ecuadorian Corojo Oscuro | 90 | Slow, steady layering develops into a darker, earth-centered profile before nicotine becomes overwhelming at the nub. |
| Partagás Valle Verde Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 97 | Alternating expressions create sustained complexity, with full body, clear articulation, and minimal nicotine impact. |
| Megilla Miami Toro | Connecticut Shade (USA/Ecuador) | 94 | Refinement and composure persist as the profile gains depth, remaining flavorful without harshness or muddiness. |
| Southern Draw Manzanita Toro | Habano Hybrid | 100 | Exuberant flavor activity remains disciplined and refined, gradually resolving into a cohesive core. |
| Hoofty Toro Tubo | Ecuadorian Habano | 92 | A steady core supports subtle foreground changes, with gentle spice and mineral lift maintaining interest. |
| Domain Entropy Toro | Connecticut Broadleaf (USA) | 97 | An initially chaotic profile gathers structure and power, with creamy texture persisting through a full-strength finish. |
| Ferio Tego Summa Toro (Apr 13, 2026) | Ecuadorian Corojo | 98 | A creamy foundation supports quiet, continual motion, with orderly development and a cohesive resolution. |
| Powstanie Wojtek 2023 | Ecuador Habano / Mexican San Andrés (barber pole) | 94 | Contained energy and a stable dark core remain clear as cream recedes and spice becomes more constant. |
| Ozgener Family Bosphorus B52 | Ecuador Habano 2000 | 95 | A restrained middle gives way to pronounced late flavor bursts, ending in a dense but articulate unified profile. |
| HVC 500th Anniversary | Corojo ’99 (Jalapa, Nicaragua) | 96 | Disciplined movement, clear delivery, and restraint resolve into a complete identity without muddiness. |
| Definition 919 Maduro Toro | Ecuadorian Maduro | 96 | A focused profile remains uplifting and refined, with structural sweetness and late creaminess balancing spice. |
| Tatuaje 7th Corojo (Mar 25, 2026) | Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 | 96 | Nearly a year of rest brings greater composure and a continuous sense of forward momentum. |
| Don Emmanuel Anunnaki Anu | Dominican Republic | 99 | Purposeful movement and implicit energy sustain engagement without relying on a large flavor inventory. |
| Don Emmanuel Anunnaki Ki (Mar 19, 2026) | Dominican Republic | 98 | Extended aging reorganizes the profile into deliberate stages, with clear structure and a confident late intensification. |
| Definition The Chairman (Mar 17, 2026) | Nicaraguan | 98 | A year of rest sharpens the profile, with measured movement and surprising transitions around a steady center. |
| La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Monarchy (Mar 13, 2026) | Mexican San Andrés Oscuro | 99 | Rotating complexity and growing intensity retain refinement, articulation, and balance without becoming heavy. |
| Montecristo Crafted by AJ Fernandez | Ecuador Sumatra Oscuro | 95 | A light texture supports rapid, clearly separated flavor changes as strength and intensity increase. |
| Partagás Black Label Piramides | Connecticut Havana-seed Medio Tiempo | 97 | Smooth delivery supports variations around a dark core, balancing considerable strength with sustained complexity. |
| La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol | Mexican San Andrés Maduro | 99 | An initially restrained presentation develops into a firmer, structured expression of power and flavor. |
| Hooten Young Operation Gothic Serpent | Not stated | 88 | A long, relatively inactive opening finally develops lift, direction, and brighter complexity near the finish. |
| LCA La Sirena Super Sea Monkeys 2026 | Not stated | 94 | A more stable, refined expression retains quality but loses some of the original release’s distinctive unpredictability. |
| Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic 1950 Toro (Feb 23, 2026) | Habano | 94 | A year of age brings immediate structure, creaminess, and refinement while preserving pronounced potency. |
| E.P. Carrillo Battleborn Toro | Connecticut Broadleaf | 92 | A clearly established core and disciplined delivery emphasize steadiness over frequent changes. |
| La Gloria Cubana 8th Street Toro (Feb 16, 2026) | Not stated | 98 | Three months of age adds refinement and integration, with subtle flavor appearances around an immediate core. |
| Powstanie San Andrés Corona Gorda | San Andrés | 96 | Dark sweetness and disciplined structure retain clean articulation without aggression or heaviness. |
| Cuban Montecristo No. 2 | Not stated | 100 | A consistently satisfying progression from light-up to nub, supported by excellent construction. |
| AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Habano Churchill | Not stated | 93 | A straightforward profile achieves richness and cohesion through a small, well-integrated set of flavors. |
| AJ Fernandez San Lotano Habano Churchill | Not stated | 92 | Bright, dependable delivery deepens steadily while retaining clarity and avoiding bitterness or collapse. |
| LCA Dead Stock 2025 Figurado | Not stated | 98 | Extended aging brings rounded flavors, silky transitions, and elegance without sharp edges. |
| Curivari Reserva Limitada Café Noir 62 | Not stated | 98 | Full flavor and sustained engagement balance boldness with smoothness and minimal nicotine impact. |
| Dunbarton Umbagog Bronzeback Robusto | Not stated | 98 | Creamier, smoother delivery than the smaller vitola, with subdued pepper and greater balance among the other flavors. |
| Curivari Selección Privada Maduro Magnificos (Jan 17, 2026) | Nicaraguan Maduro | 96 (98–99 suggested) | Extended rest develops a smoother, more complete expression with substantially greater depth. |
| Paul Stulac Post Script San Andrés Toro | Not stated | 97 | Slow, balanced development and dark richness create a luxurious experience with sustained complexity. |
| Paul Stulac Blue Lightning Sky Katman Edition Toro | Not stated | 98 | Bold flavor and strength unfold through repeated transitions, developing a thick, creamy texture late. |
| La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Monarchy (Jan 1, 2026) | Not stated | 99 | Gradual intensity and substantial complexity maintain refinement and an elevated, cohesive presentation. |
| La Gloria Cubana 8th Street Corona Grande | Habano | 97 | Nuanced wood and nut character gains extra spice while remaining smooth and balanced at medium body. |
| Montecristo Espada Oscuro Guard | Nicaragua (Nicaraguan puro) | 96 | Creamy smoothness conceals considerable strength, with bold Nicaraguan character and an elegant presentation. |
| La Gloria Cubana 8th Street Toro (Nov 30, 2025) | Ecuadorian Habano | 96 | Woodsy, nutty complexity and frequent transitions develop at moderate strength, intensifying late. |
| Don Emmanuel Anunnaki Anu Toro | Not stated | 98 | A subdued opening builds toward a more intense final third, rewarding close attention. |
| H. Upmann 1844 Añejo Toro (Nov 14, 2025) | Habano | 95 | Aged-tobacco smoothness balances rising flavor intensity, with spice integrated rather than dominant. |
| Tatuaje 7th Corojo (Oct 24, 2025) | Corojo / Nicaragua | 94 | An unconventional, initially gentle opening develops lively transitions and a wood-and-coffee-centered finish. |
| Joya de Nicaragua Black Swan Robusto | Not stated | 96 | A smoother, more balanced expression than the Corona, with nuanced flavors and prominent chocolate malt late. |
| La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 Natural | Not stated | 90 | A stable, straightforward flavor combination intensifies gradually without requiring distinct transitions. |
| La Aurora Preferidos 1903 Broadleaf Diamond Toro | Connecticut Broadleaf | 100 | Sustained complexity and continual transitions combine with increasing intensity throughout the smoke. |
| AJ Fernandez New World Puro Especial Short Churchill (Oct 6, 2025) | Not stated | 94 | A creamy, shifting profile becomes more animated in the second half as strength and sweetness build. |
| Joya de Nicaragua Black Swan Corona | Not stated | 95 | Complex, distinctive character becomes smoother and better balanced with additional age. |
| Tatuaje Surrogates BackLine EL554 2025 | Ecuadorian Habano | 89 | A gradual build culminates in a cohesive final-third sweet spot with greater flavor intensity. |
| Tatuaje 7th Tuxtla San Andrés | Not stated | 95 | Continuing transitions and full-bodied intensity persist late without becoming harsh or unsmokeable. |
| E.P. Carrillo Black Swan | Habano | 88 | An active middle loses momentum in the final third; extra age improves smoothness but not overall engagement. |
| Paul Stulac White Blinding Light | Not stated | 99 | Rich, creamy complexity develops through distinctive flavor changes and a spice-accented finish. |
| La Flor Dominicana Air Bender Valiente | Habano | 98 | Refined coffee, subtle citrus, and extended movement lead to a rewarding late malted-chocolate development. |
| Steel Horse Corojo Robusto | Corojo | 93 | Balanced, continually changing flavors build from moderate strength to a markedly stronger final third. |
| Micallef Black | Not stated | 90 | Intermittent brilliance and uneven development resolve into a compelling finish, with further aging still needed. |
| Umbagog Bronzeback | Not stated | 97 | Lively movement and refined delivery accompany a substantial late increase in strength and nicotine. |
| Alec Bradley Magic Toast | Not stated | 94 | A dependable, accessible profile offers sustained enjoyment without demanding close analysis. |
| Every Day Is Cigar Day Core Line Pablito Maduro | Mexican San Andrés | 96 | A straightforward foundation intensifies in the second half, with restrained sweetness and moderate nicotine. |
| La Gloria Cubana Los Gloriosos | Not stated | 89 | Frequent changes and surprises provide flavor variety, but the later assessment finds insufficient core identity. |
| Curivari Buenaventura Pralines P554 | Mexican San Andrés | 95 | Subtle sweetness, gentle spice, and nuanced flavor shifts remain smooth and creamy throughout. |
| Micallef Purple | Not stated | 95 | Refined, subtle delivery develops into a velvety final-third sweet spot with medium-plus strength and little nicotine. |
| Black Label Trading Company Rorschach | Not stated | 91 | Compact, full-bodied intensity develops into thick, creamy richness with pronounced late spice. |
| Tatuaje Selección de Cazador 7th Reserva | Not stated | 94 | A thick, creamy foundation supports lively second-half complexity and a concentrated coffee-driven finish. |
| Curivari Selección Privada Maduro Magnificos (May 23, 2025) | Not stated | 96 | Subtle flavor shifts gather into a luxurious, creamy expression with moderate strength and little nicotine impact. |
| Don Emmanuel Anunnaki Ki (May 21, 2025) | Not stated | 98 | Refined complexity and frequent transitions deepen into a more intense finish without losing their lift. |
| LCA La Sirena Super Sea Monkeys | Not stated | 100 | An unpredictable, non-linear progression sustains vivid flavor changes over a distinctive fruity foundation. |
| Paul Stulac Red Screaming Sun | Connecticut Broadleaf | 98 | Creamy smoothness supports unusual combinations and increasingly rapid transitions as strength reaches full. |
| Martinez Don Antonio Escogido Numero 5 | Connecticut | 93 | Bright, lightly creamy delivery reveals greater underlying depth and rewards a slower smoking pace. |
| Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic 1950 Toro (Apr 14, 2025) | Corojo Rosado | 94 | Rapid early changes give way to a thicker, creamier finish with dark coffee, cacao, and fruitiness. |
| Drew Estate Blackened M81 Toro | Mexican San Andrés | 92 | Bold flavor and unpredictable combinations develop around a dark, sweet profile with substantial strength. |
| Drew Estate Undercrown Maduro Corona Viva (Feb 28, 2025) | Not stated | 98 | Intense, changing flavor combinations and thick smoke give the smaller vitola a distinctive expression. |
| Regius Small Batch Black Label Gran Toro | Nicaragua (Nicaraguan puro) | 94 | Balanced, savory-leaning complexity and creamy delivery accompany moderate strength and controlled spice. |
| Drew Estate Undercrown Maduro Corona Viva (Jan 28, 2025) | San Andrés | 97 | Pronounced chocolate-and-coffee richness develops into an intense, creamy profile with abundant smoke. |
| Curivari Gloria de Leon Prominente | Not stated | 95 | A sweet, creamy foundation supports rotating complexity while strength remains moderate and nicotine minimal. |
| Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel-Aged Connecticut | Connecticut | 90 | Subtle, delicate flavors remain consistent, offering steady enjoyment rather than pronounced transitions. |
| La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro No. 5 | Connecticut Broadleaf | 92 | Toffee-like richness and shifting coffee character develop toward a stronger finish with persistent sourdough lift. |
| Don Pepin Garcia Original Blue | Not stated | 96 | Bold, earthy, nutty, and spicy character delivers substantial flavor with limited nicotine impact. |
| CAO Brazilia Gol! | Brazilian | 93 | Rich, creamy smoke and cycling secondary flavors combine full-bodied character with manageable nicotine. |
| IGM Kalavera Yellow | Costa Rica (Costa Rican puro) | 92 | Distinctive complexity, creamy texture, and steady medium body persist through the nub. |
| Tabacalera Aragon VII Potencia Green Maduro | Mexican San Andrés | 92 | Molasses-like sweetness anchors a rich, smooth expression that remains mild to medium despite its dark wrapper. |
| La Gloria Cubana Classic | Not stated | 88 | A solid, straightforward flavor combination remains enjoyable from light-up to nub. |
| Definition The Chairman (Mar 18, 2024) | Not stated | 97 | Measured development brings savory-sweet combinations, wood, and a late espresso finish with light astringency. |
| Definition The Equalizer | Not stated | 97 | A continually changing, full-flavored profile retains velvety texture and moderate nicotine despite growing strength. |
| Every Day Is Cigar Day Core Line Maduro | Not stated | 88 | Creamy richness and a shifting mix of sweet and savory flavors deliver substantial depth. |
| Zino Platinum Scepter Grand Master | Ecuadorian Connecticut | 89 | Delicate spice and a nuanced, continually shifting profile reward close attention. |
| Tatuaje Nicaragua 7th Natural | Not stated | 100 | Growing flavor intensity culminates in thick, velvety creaminess without a corresponding increase in pepper heat. |
