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Cigar Review: Umbagog Bronzeback Rothschild

The Umbagog Bronzeback made its debut at PCA 2024 in Las Vegas. The cigar which uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper designated as 2LS comes from a lower part of the stalk than traditional wrapper. The result is a cigar that is less dark and less sweet than the original Umbagog. The original Umbagog was named after Steve Saka’s favorite lake to fish on in New Hampshire. Located in Coos County, New Hampshire the name Umbagog […]

June 11, 2024

Nicaragua Cigar Review

Cigar Review: West Tampa Boliche Blvd 6 x 60

Boliche Blvd is 5th release from West Tamp Tobacco Company joining the ranks of West Tampa White, Black, Red and Attic Series. Like the Attic Series it’s a limited edition and available in only one size a 6 x 60. Named after Columbus Drive in Tampa which is home to Cuban and Latin Restaurants where Boliche is a common dish of beef stuffed with ham with a side of rice. Only 500 boxes of 50 were […]

March 19, 2024

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