Cuban Cigars

The Hoyo du Maire is part of Le Hoyo Series and is of Small Panetela/Entreactos format, 30 ring gauge and 3.9 inches (100mm) in length. This cigar is part of the Le Hoyo series, a special series made for a Swiss distributor in the years 1940's and, as the cigars from this series, is pretty different than other Hoyo de Monterrey. The Hoyo du Maire, is a medium to full flavored cigar, with tobacco and wood as main flavors. There are also lots of toasted aromas, and notes of leather, cream and a bit of tea notes. Despite being a pretty short smoke, not more than half an hour, but still manages to provide the typical Cuban "twang" with a lot of complexity, while never being over powerful. This is a very good choice for a first Cuban smoke. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Souvenir de Luxe is a light-medium bodied Petit Corona, 5⅛″ (129 mm) by 42 ring gauge. This cigar provides a compact yet sophisticated smoking experience. Smooth, creamy, and highly enjoyable, it complements a wide range of pairings. Its outstanding quality ensures satisfaction for any smoker. Featuring prominent flavors of fruit, smoke, and honey, the Hoyo de Monterrey "Souvenir de Luxe" is meticulously crafted to deliver a light and smooth smoke with delightful fruity and honeyed undertones. Its gentle profile appeals to aficionados of mild yet flavorful Havanas, seeking an elegant and complex smoking experience. A reliable choice for moments of relaxation and indulgence. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Brevas is a tasty medium-bodied cigar, of Corona format, 5.2”(133mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Cazadores is an affordable and tasty Cuban cigar, of Cazador format, 43 ring gauge, 6" (152mm) long and comes in box of 12 cigars. Never too strong and full of typical Cuban flavors, it is really a great Habano which quality price ratio cannot be easily beaten. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Cazadores is a cheap and medium Habano cigar, of Cazador format, 43 ring gauge, 6" (152mm) long and comes in 5 packs of 5 cigars. Never too strong and full of typical Cuban flavors, it is really a great Habano which quality price ratio cannot be easily beaten. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Cremas is a subtle medium-bodied cigar, of Corona format, 5.2”(136mm) long, of 40 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Petit Caballeros is an amazing Corona Extra, 4.75” by 48, rolled with short-filler and comes in a pack of 15 cigars. Released in 2020, it is the latest release from the Jose L. Piedra brand before the planned makeover of the brand by Habanos. The vitola used for this cigar is called Hermoso Especial, only used before for the 2017 Punch Regios de Punch Edición Limitada. Its rather simple flavor profile is dominated by cedar, pepper and peanuts, and its perfect construction makes it the ideal cigar for an outdoor activity or when you cannot focus too much on the flavors. At this price-point, this is a must-have in your humidor. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Petit Caballeros is an amazing Corona Extra, 4.75” by 48, rolled with short-filler and comes in a pack of 3 cigars. Released in 2020, it is the latest release from the Jose L. Piedra brand before the planned makeover of the brand by Habanos. The vitola used for this cigar is called Hermoso Especial, only used before for the 2017 Punch Regios de Punch Edición Limitada. Its rather simple flavor profile is dominated by cedar, pepper and peanuts, and its perfect construction makes it the ideal cigar for an outdoor activity or when you cannot focus too much on the flavors. At this price-point, this is a must-have in your humidor. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Petit Cazadores is a enjoyable and tasty Petit Corona, 4.1”(105mm) long, of 43 ring gauge, and comes in a 12 cigars box. A pleasant medium flavored smoke for a good price. Ideal for a casual smoke such as a game of golf or some other outdoor activity. The Petit Cazadores is a good cigar, not too strong, that burns fine. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Petit Cazadores is a enjoyable and tasty Petit Corona, 4.1”(105mm) long, of 43 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. A pleasant medium flavored smoke for a good price. Ideal for a casual smoke such as a game of golf or some other outdoor activity. The Petit Cazadores is a good cigar, not too strong, that burns fine. En savoir plus

The Jose L. Piedra Petit Cazadores is a enjoyable and tasty Petit Corona, 4.1”(105mm) long, of 43 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. A pleasant medium flavored smoke for a good price. Ideal for a casual smoke such as a game of golf or some other outdoor activity. The Cazadores is a good cigar, not too strong, that burns fine. En savoir plus

The Juan Lopez Seleccion Especial is a La Casa Del Habano exclusive, a 6.75” (170mm) by 52 ring gauge, and comes in a humidor-like box of 25 cigars. Released in 2020 to celebrate Juan Lopez’ 150th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of La Casa del Habano franchise network. This is why this cigar stands out, with its highly lacquered luxury box which stays shut thanks to magnets. The vitola used for this Seleccion Especial is the very rarely used Fortuna, similar to a Double Robusto. The cigar is rolled to perfection and is medium bodied, offering plenty of wood, spices and other Cuban flavors. It goes very well next to a light lunch or as an early evening smoke. This makes a great cigar to keep for special occasions or to keep aside and enjoy when the flavors get even rounder in a few years time. En savoir plus

The Juan Lopez Seleccion No.2 is a Robusto superstar, a tasty medium Habanos, 4.9” (124mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Edmundo is a cigar more powerful than it looks, of 52 ring gauge, 5.3” (135mm) long and comes in aluminum tubes in a box 15 cigars. Even if it packs a punch, it is smoother than most other Montecristos. It is a very round and balanced smoke of medium to full body, with a flavor profile typical Montecristo. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Edmundo is a cigar more powerful than it looks, of 52 ring gauge, 5.3” (135mm) long and comes in 3 aluminum tubes. Even if it packs a punch, it is smoother than most other Montecristos. It is a very round and balanced smoke of medium to full body, with a flavor profile typical Montecristo. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Especial No.2 is a well-balanced Habano, a medium Laguito No.2, 6" (152mm) long, of 38 ring gauge, and comes in a cabinet of 25 cigars. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Joyitas is a delicious little Habano, a medium-full Laguito No.3, 4.5” (115mm) long, of 26 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Dumas, the smallest of the premium Linea 1935 series, is a beautiful medium-full Corona Extra, of 49 ring gauge and 5.1” (130mm) long. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Maltés, part of the Linea 1935 series, is a complex medium-full Habanos, with 53 ring gauge, 6.0” (153mm) long and comes in box of 20 cigars. En savoir plus