pipesandcigars.com cigar gift guide • spring 2012

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SamplerOne could make the argument that the entire cigar section of PipesandCigars.com is in effect a “Build Your Own Sampler” since we offer singles of everything we sell. However, this section of our site is designed to do much more than give you the flexibility and ease of use that comes along with us breaking open everything we sell for you to sample. It is also set up for your to save big!

Just click through the link on this page and fill in the slots with the cigars you want in your sampler. No matter which cigars you select, you’re paying the same low price for your custom-made, one-of-a-kind sampler. Now compare the prices - the average savings is about 35% off what you’d pay if you bought each cigar all by itself at our regular everyday low prices!

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Featuring selections from:Alec Bradley, Avo, Cain,

Padron, Rocky Patel, La Flor Dominicana

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If you've never smoked an Arturo Fuente cigar, why not crawl out from under that rock you've been living under for the last 50 years and join the rest of us who appreciate Fuente as one of the finest cigar makers around. The renowned Hemingway line among their best, and if you just don't believe me, you can check out the astronomical ratings or the gigabytes of the blogoshpere dedicated to how amazing this smoke is. If none of that convinces you, the only way to find out is to smoke one yourself!

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleBest Seller Cam 4 1/2 x 55 Box of 25 $158.75 $142.95 $6.25 Classic Cam 7 x 48 Box of 25 $218.75 $182.95 $7.95 Masterpiece M 9 x 52 Box of 10 $170.00 $152.95 $15.95 Masterpiece Cam 9 x 52 Box of 10 $170.00 $144.95 $15.00 Short Story Cam 4 x 49 Box of 25 $136.25 $122.95 $5.50 Signature Cam 6 x 47 Box of 25 $183.75 $159.95 $6.95 Work of Art M 4 7/8 x 60 Box of 25 $225.00 $206.95 $8.75 Work of Art Cam 4 7/8 x 60 Box of 25 $225.00 $189.95 $8.25

Handmade in Santiago, Dominican Republic W: Ecuador or USA/Connecticut, Cameroon B: Dominican Republic F: Dominican Republic

Arturo Fuente Anejo There are few names better known in the cigar world than the iconic Arturo Fuente. Fuente cigars have been classics for generations and the quality construction and delicious tobacco blends keep smokers coming back to the brand time and time again. The limited edition Anejo line is the sister blend to the famous Opus X, with the same binder and filler tobaccos but a different wrapper - a lush Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro that gives the blend depth and complexity. A smoke for the true connoisseur, this is a cigar every smoker should treat themselves to at least once, if not over and over again.

Name W Size Qty P&C#46 M 5 5/8 x 46 Single $14.95 #48 M 7 x 48 Single $16.95 #49 M 7 5/8 x 49 Single $18.95 #50 M 5 1/4 x 50 Single $15.95 #55 M 6 x 55 Single $19.95 #60 M 6 x 48 Single $17.95 #77 Shark M 5 7/8 x 54 Single $22.95 Arturo Fuente

Hemingway The Arturo Fuente Hemingway line is a rare smoke that delivers quality comparable to any cigar on the market but maintains a price low enough to smoke daily. Starting under $5 per cigar and delivering a priceless smoking experience, if you haven't tried this brand yet you owe it to yourself to find out what millions of smokers already know.

Medium Bodied

Full BodiedHandmade in Dominican Republic W: Connecticut B: Dominican Republic F: Dominican Republic

Romeo y Julieta Ashtray Samplers

Nothing says class like a hefty Romeo y Julieta logo ashtray. It will add an instant dose of upscale design to your smoking sanctuary. Not to mention the five premium smokes that come along to make these samplers irresistible. Whether you opt for the smooth Reserva Real line or the richer, spicier Habana Reserve, you’re getting a steal of a bargain at only $27.95.

5 Cigars Plus Ashtray MSRP $45.00 P&C $27.95

Not For WussiesSampler

This sampler is for the dude who just can't get enough strength from a cigar. Get your ass kicked twice each by four of the heaviest hitters on the market. WARNING: Do not smoke on an empty stomach

Contains two of each: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Chisel, Cain Fuerte 550, Joya de Nicaragua Antano 1970 Consul, Sancho Panza Extra Fuerte Barcelona.

8 Cigars - MSRP $64.00 P&C $44.95

Big Fat Partagas Samplers Seems like these days everyone is always after the thickest cigar they can get their hands on. Partagas has certainly noticed this trend and has added a number of 60+ ring gauge offerings to their repertoire. To let you take these big bad smokes for a test-drive before you pick up a whole box, Partagas has also introduced these two samplers. The first is the Gigante 3-Pack Sampler. You get to try the 6 x 60 size from the classic Partagas Natural line, the Black Label and the Spanish Rosado. The second pack features 3 different 60-ring sizes from the Partagas Black Label line. No matter which you pick, you're getting 3 top-notch stogies and saving some dough too since these are even cheaper per cigar than our everyday low box prices.

Black Label 60 Ring 3pk – MSRP $24.00 P&C $16.95Gigante 3pk – MSRP $21.97 P&C $14.95

W ith our Five On Five Samplers, we're pitting some of the highest quality and most popular cigars we carry in a

head-to-head battle for supremacy. We've matched up these cigars that represent a wide variety of the best the cigar world has to offer and packaged them up in neat 10-packs. You get five cigars from each top-notch brand, and so smoke them and see which one is the best. The one person sure to win is YOU, since you're getting 10 outstanding cigars for less than you'd pay at our everyday low box prices. You won't find these premium cigars cheaper anywhere, period.

Each year, Cigar Aficionado Magazine releases their list of the best cigars of the year. They smoke thousands of different blends to select their top cigars, and have an expert panel make the final picks. Seems like every year, they bring out some diamonds in the rough as well as putting a spotlight on some standby classics. The 2011 list was just released, and we put this sampler pack together so you can try the 10 best (available) cigars from the list and form your own opinion on if they're truly the best. Contains one of each: Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill (#1), La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor Belicoso (#2), Illusione Epernay Le Taureau (#3), Rocky Patel 15th Anniversary Torpedo (#6), Cabaiguan Guapo (#7), Warlock Robusto (#9), Casa Magna Colorado Diadema (#10), Arturo Fuente Rosado Sungrown Magnum R54 (#11), Casa Fernandez Miami Toro (#12), Ashton ESG 22-Year Salute (#13). Various Sizes, Pack of 10

Cigar Aficionado Top 10 of 2011 Sampler

MSRP $110.00 – P&C $89.95

Witness Protection Collection

In order to protect the innocent, the identities of these tasty stogies must remain hidden. Each Witness Protection Collection is a one-of-a-kind 20 cigar sampler pack made up from extra singles of premium smokes we carry here. We aren’t telling you the brand names, but

here’s what we can reveal about the cigars contained within:20 Handpicked Premium Cigars • No flavored cigars • Easily Identifiable Brands

Guaranteed MSRP value of at least $4.00 per stick • Guaranteed no more than 2 of any one cigar20 Cigars - MSRP $80 - P&C $59.95

The great cigar making companies in the world are always innovating and coming out with new lines, looking for the next perfect smoke.

Once you're under the spell of a particular company, of course the natural instinct is to try everything they make. However, that can always be tough with expensive full boxes and so many choices to pick from. That's why we made our Factory Tour sampler collection. These sample packs give you the chance to try a variety of offerings from a company without investing in a whole box. So take a look around, find your favorite brand, and get a little taste of everything they have to offer. After you've finished touring their factory you'll know for sure what your favorite is.

Alec Bradley Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: Tempus Inception, Prensado Robusto, Family Blend VR1, Black Market Toro, SCR Robusto, MAXX Fix, American Classic Blend Toro, Vice Press 6T4, Occidental Connecticut Reserve Toro. 9 Cigars, MSRP $75.00 – P&C $44.95

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Rocky Patel Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: Decade Robusto, Vintage 1990 Robusto, Vintage 1992 Robusto, Vintage 1999 Robusto, Vintage 2003 Robusto, 15th An-niversary Toro, Olde World Reserve Toro Maduro, Sungrown Robusto, Winter Collection 2012 Robusto, Edge Toro Corojo. 10 Cigars – MSRP $80.00 – P&C $57.95

Perdomo Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: 10th Anniversary Reserve Champagne Robusto, 10th Anniversary Reserve Maduro Robusto, Lot 23 Robusto Natural, Lot 23 Robusto Maduro, Patriarch Robusto Natural, Patriarch Robusto Maduro, Gran Cru Robusto Natural, Grand Cru Robusto Maduro. 8 cigars – MSRP $55.00 – P&C $37.95

Drew Estate Factory Tour SamplerLIMITED AVAILABILITY – Contains one of each: Liga Privada #9 Robusto, Liga Privada #9 Parejo, Undercrown Robusto, Undercrown Belicoso, My UZI Weighs a Ton 750, My UZI Weighs a Ton 660. 6 cigars – MSRP $65.00 – P&C $44.95

The great cigar making companies in the world are always innovating and coming out with new lines, looking for the next perfect smoke.

Once you're under the spell of a particular company, of course the natural instinct is to try everything they make. However, that can always be tough with expensive full boxes and so many choices to pick from. That's why we made our Factory Tour sampler collection. These sample packs give you the chance to try a variety of offerings from a company without investing in a whole box. So take a look around, find your favorite brand, and get a little taste of everything they have to offer. After you've finished touring their factory you'll know for sure what your favorite is.

Rocky Patel Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: Decade Robusto, Vintage 1990 Robusto, Vintage 1992 Robusto, Vintage 1999 Robusto, Vintage 2003 Robusto, 15th An-niversary Toro, Olde World Reserve Toro Maduro, Sungrown Robusto, Winter Collection 2012 Robusto, Edge Toro Corojo. 10 Cigars – MSRP $80.00 – P&C $57.95

Arturo Fuente Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: Anejo #50, Hemingway Signature, Rosado Sun-grown Magnum R52, Don Carlos Robusto, Double Chateau Sungrown, Flor Fina 858 Natural, Flor Fina 858 Maduro. 7 Cigars – MSRP $75.00 – P&C $44.95

Drew Estate Factory Tour SamplerLIMITED AVAILABILITY – Contains one of each: Liga Privada #9 Robusto, Liga Privada #9 Parejo, Undercrown Robusto, Undercrown Belicoso, My UZI Weighs a Ton 750, My UZI Weighs a Ton 660. 6 cigars – MSRP $65.00 – P&C $44.95

Gurkha Factory Tour SamplerContains one of each: Assassin Robusto, Seduction Gran Robusto, Royal Challenge Toro, Ninja Knife, Evil Robusto, Ancient Warrior Rothschild. 6 Cigars – MSRP $50.00 – P&C $32.95

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the only thing you have to give up is paying too much for your cigars! The Discount Devil has taken up residence on the PipesandCigars.com website, offering incredible savings on a variety of premium cigars.

Here's how the Discount Devil does his dealing: You check out the special Discount Devil section of the website, conveniently linked from this page. Browse around the items listed, you'll see the MSRP, and the regular everyday low price that all the goodie-two-shoes at PipesandCigars.com think they should be sold for. When you add the box to your shopping cart, the Discount Devil's powers take effect and you'll see a hefty discount appear in your shopping cart. After that, just finish off the checkout process and get ready to enjoy some of our most popular and highest rated cigars at an incredible savings! Keep checking back often as the Discount Devil turns his wrath on new brands all the time.

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Padron 1964 Anniversary Series

RATEDCigar Aficionado

95

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleCorona N, M 6 x 42 Box of 25 $240.00 $216.24 $8.65 Diplomatico N, M 7 x 50 Box of 25 $330.00 $297.33 $12.88 Exclusivo N, M 5 1/2 x 50 Box of 25 $275.00 $247.78 $9.91 Imperiales N, M 6 x 54 Box of 25 $370.00 $333.37 $13.33 Monarca N, M 6 1/2 x 46 Box of 25 $275.00 $247.78 $9.91 Piramide N, M 6 7/8 x 52 Box of 25 $357.50 $322.11 $12.88 Principe N, M 4 1/2 x 46 Box of 25 $220.00 $198.22 $7.93 Superiores N, M 6 1/2 x 42 Box of 25 $252.50 $227.50 $9.10 Torpedo N, M 6 x 52 Box of 20 $316.00 $284.72 $14.24

Hand Crafted in NicaraguaW: Nicaragua B: Nicaragua F: Nicaragua

Full-Bodied

To say Drew Estate was wildly successful with their Liga Privada line is an understatement. The blend took the cigar world by storm, winning

universal praise from critics and smokers alike. Another group who fell in love with Liga Privada is the folks who roll them in the factory. They smoked so many that Drew Estate had to restrict the rollers from smoking Ligas due to the high demand and scarcity of the tobacco. Rather than go on strike, the rollers responded by making a new blend to smoke on the factory floor, one made from different primings and vintages of the same tobaccos used in Liga Privada. The end result was no knock-off, but a fantastic cigar that more than stands on its own. The blend was too good not to put into regular production for everyone, so Drew Estate did just that. We’ve got a shelf full now, but I’m guessing there will be no restrictions on the rollers smoking these babies, so supplies will be limited. Come get yours before our employees smoke ‘em all!

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleBelicoso M 6 x 52 Box of 25 $210.00 $188.95 $7.95 Corona Doble M 7 x 54 Box of 25 $223.75 $201.95 $8.50 Gran Toro M 6 x 52 Box of 25 $198.75 $178.95 $7.50 Robusto M 5 x 54 Box of 25 $186.25 $167.95 $6.95

Handmade in Esteli, NicaraguaW: Brazil, Cameroon, Ecuador, Nicaragua B: Nicaragua

F: NicaraguaVarious Strengths

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single354 Connecticut CT 3 3/4 x 54 Box of 24 $122.16 $102.95 $4.50 358 Cameroon Cam 3 3/4 x 58 Box of 24 $115.44 $97.95 $4.25 358 Connecticut CT 3 3/4 x 58 Box of 24 $135.36 $114.95 $4.95 358 Habano Hab 3 3/4 x 58 Box of 24 $135.36 $114.95 $4.95 460 Cameroon Cam 4 x 60 Box of 24 $122.16 $102.95 $4.50 460 Connecticut CT 4 x 60 Box of 24 $141.84 $119.95 $5.25 460 Habano Hab 4 x 60 Box of 24 $141.84 $119.95 $5.25 460 Maduro M 4 x 60 Box of 24 $157.68 $133.95 $5.75 464T Cameroon Cam 4 x 64 Box of 24 $135.36 $114.95 $4.95 464T Connecticut CT 4 x 64 Box of 24 $155.04 $130.95 $5.75 464T Habano Hab 4 x 64 Box of 24 $155.04 $130.95 $5.75 464T Maduro M 4 x 64 Box of 24 $170.88 $144.95 $6.25 466 Cameroon Cam 4 x 66 Box of 24 $161.76 $136.95 $5.95 466 Habano Hab 4 x 66 Box of 24 $181.68 $153.95 $6.75

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Oliva has consistently made some of the highest quality and best value cigars on the market for generations. The company and family’s story starts way back in 1800s Cuba, and continues to the lush fields of Nicaragua today. However, up until recently the Oliva company didn’t have an over-the-top strong cigar in their line-up of premium offerings. That all changed in 2007 with the release of the Oliva Serie V. Instantly scoring a 94 rating from Cigar Aficionado and twice cracking the magazine’s Top 25 Cigar of the Year list, the Serie V took the cigar world by storm. Offering rich, complex flavors and plenty of strength, the delicious blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos delivers notes of coffee and dark chocolate while still maintaining a smooth finish in spite of the ash-kicking strength. A smoke that delivers value far beyond its price tag, the Oliva Serie V has become the smoke of choice for thousands who want a strong, flavorful smoke that is affordable enough to smoke daily.

Oliva Serie V

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleBelicoso SG 5 x 54 Box of 24 $155.00 $119.95 $5.55 Churchill Extra SG 7 x 52 Box of 24 $201.00 $154.95 $7.25 Double Robusto SG 5 x 54 Box of 24 $155.00 $119.95 $5.55 Double Toro SG 6 x 60 Box of 24 $195.00 $148.95 $7.00 Special V Figurado SG 6 x 60 Box of 24 $222.00 $166.95 $5.10 Torpedo SG 6 x 56 Box of 24 $188.00 $147.95 $7.95 Lancero SG 7 x 38 Box of 36 $213.00 $159.95 $6.85

Rocky Patel

Vintage 1990Lawyer turned cigar mogul Rocky Patel seems to release a new outstanding cigar blend every time he turns around. But no matter how many blends he comes out with, the Vintage 1990 will never be outshined. The first cigar to bear Rocky’s name, this classic is a staple in humidors and cigar shops everywhere. This rich, full flavored blend with a 12 year aged Maduro wrapper is a classic, well worthy of the high critical praise it garnered and just as worthy of its own spot in your humidor.

DecadeAfter 10 years of making some of the best cigars on the market, Rocky Patel decided to celebrate. His idea of an anniversary party of course was blending a new cigar, and the Rocky Patel Decade was born. The blend starts with a beautiful Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, and then delves into a delicious mixture of binder and filler tobacco that Rocky keeps as his own secret to avoid copycats. He certainly did something right, this smoke scored an unheard of 95 rating from Cigar Aficionado as well as making the same magazine’s prestigious Top 25 Cigars list in 2008.

RATEDCigar Aficionado

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Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single Churchill M 7 x 48 Box of 20 $171.00 $152.95 $8.35 Perfecto M 4 x 48 Box of 20 $115.00 $105.00 $5.55 Petite Corona M 4 1/2 x 44 Box of 20 $119.00 $106.95 $5.75 Robusto M 5 1/2 x 50 Box of 20 $151.00 $134.95 $7.35 Sixty M 6 x 60 Box of 20 $216.00 $193.95 $10.00 Toro M 6 1/2 x 52 Box of 20 $171.00 $152.95 $8.35 Torpedo M 6 1/4 x 52 Box of 20 $191.00 $170.95 $9.35 Toro Deluxe Tube M 6 1/2 x 52 Box of 10 $93.00 $84.90 $9.05

Handmade in Danli, HondurasW: Honduras B: Mexico F: Dom. Rep., Nicaragua

Handmade in Danli, HondurasW: Ecuador B: Secret F: Secret

“A cigar numbs sorrow and fills the solitary hours with a million gracious images.

– George Sand”

Medium-Full Bodied

Medium Bodied

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single Lancero Sum 7 x 38 Box of 26 $233.00 $119.95 $7.95 Robusto Sum 5 x 50 Box of 20 $192.00 $171.95 $8.50 Toro Sum 6 1/2 x 52 Box of 20 $212.00 $189.95 $9.60 Torpedo Sum 6 1/2 x 52 Box of 20 $222.00 $198.95 $10.25

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Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single#2 CT 6 x 50 Box of 25 $240.00 $143.95 $6.79 #2 Tubos CT 6 x 50 Box of 20 $198.00 $118.70 $7.29 #3 CT 7 1/2 x 50 Box of 25 $267.50 $159.95 $7.49 #3 Tubos CT 7 1/2 x 50 Box of 20 $220.00 $131.95 $8.29 #5 CT 6 7/8 x 46 Box of 25 $237.50 $141.95 $6.69 #5 Tubos CT 6 7/8 x 46 Box of 20 $196.00 $117.95 $8.75 #9 CT 4 3/4 x 48 Box of 25 $210.00 $125.95 $6.09 #9 Tubos CT 4 3/4 x 48 Box of 20 $174.00 $103.95 $7.99 Piramides CT 7 x 54 Box of 25 $267.50 $159.95 $7.49 Piramides Tubos CT 7 x 54 Box of 20 $220.00 $131.95 $8.29 Puritos CT 4 x 30 Brick of 100 $200.00 $149.95 $16.95 Robusto CT 5 x 50 Box of 25 $222.50 $133.95 $7.39

Handmade in Santiago, Dominican RepublicW: Ecuador, USA/Connecticut B: Dom. Rep.

F: Dom. Rep.Mild Bodied

AVO

ORTSAC 1962 BulletproofORTSAC 1962 BULLETPROOF comes complete with an EVA-material zipper enclosed box first of its kind in the cigar business. The cigar is full-body, full-strength, full-flavor mouth watering deliciousness. The reviews have been raving and the fanatics keep coming back for more. Use your BULLETPROOF box to travel with your smokes anywhere in the world.

Medium Bodied

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleRobusto CJO 5 x 52 Box of 20 $130.00 $118.95 $5.95 Toro Gordo CJO 6 x 54 Box of 20 $140.00 $126.95 $6.50 Torpedo CJO 6 1/4 x 54 Box of 20 $140.00 $126.95 $6.50

Hand Crafted in Dominican RepublicW: Nicaragua B: Dominican

F: Dominican, Nicaragua

Hair O’ The DogMaker’s MarkCigars and booze go together like, well, cigars and booze! Pairing a fine cigar with your adult beverage of choice is truly one of life’s great pleasures. This fact is certainly not lost on the fine folks at Ted’s Cigars who specialize in alcohol-seasoned stogies. Their flagship line, Maker’s Mark, fuses the classic bourbon with a delicious blend of premium Dominican tobacco. Perfect for any occasion, I can’t think of a better time than St. Patrick’s Day to fire up one of these beauties!

HopzTed Cigar’s latest creation, Hopz, is yet another stroke of genius. It is a medium bodied premium cigar expertly blended, then seasoned with the flavors of the hops used to create the world’s finest microbrewed craft beers. This cigar delivers a flavor unlike anything else out there, and while it stands just fine on its own, try pairing it with your favorite IPA after a hard day’s work for ultimate relaxation.

Handmade in Navarette, Dominican RepublicW: Indonesia, USA/Connecticut B: Dom. Rep. F: Dom. Rep. Medium-Full bodied

Name Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleToro 6 x 50 Box of 25 $300.00 $159.95 $8.95

Handmade in Dominican RepublicW: Cameroon B: USA F: Dom. Rep. Medium bodied

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Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single538 CT 5 x 38 Box of 25 $208.00 $124.95 $7.50 562 Torpedo Sum 5 x 62 Box of 25 $260.00 $139.95 $8.95 650 Toro Tubes Sum 6 x 50 Box of 25 $287.50 $154.95 $9.50 Cigarillos Sum 4 x 28 Brick of 100 $219.00 $134.95 $17.95

Medium Bodied

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleChurchill Hab 7 x 48 Box of 20 $160.00 $143.95 $7.25 Gigante Hab 6 x 58 Box of 20 $156.00 $139.95 $7.00 Gran Robusto Hab 5 x 52 Box of 20 $150.50 $134.95 $6.75 Gran Toro Hab 6 x 52 Box of 20 $156.00 $139.95 $7.00

Hand Crafted in HondurasW: Honduras B: Honduras

F: Honduras, NicaraguaMedium-Full Bodied

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C Single6 x 60 Criollo 6 x 60 Box of 20 $192.00 $172.95 $8.75Gran Corona Criollo 5 5/8 x 46 Box of 20 $170.50 $153.95 $7.75Gran Robusto Criollo 5 x 52 Box of 20 $175.00 $157.95 $7.95Gran Toro Criollo 6 x 52 Box of 20 $180.00 $161.95 $8.25

Hand Crafted in HondurasW: Honduras B: Honduras

F: Honduras, Nicaragua

“The cigar is the perfect complement

to an elegant lifestyle”– George Sand

RATEDCigar Snob

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J. Grotto Series J. Grotto Series Reserve

Earning a 90+ rating from Cigar Aficionado magazine is a very high honor for a cigar and a true mark that the cigar is in elite company. Alec Bradley's Prensado blend achieved that upon its release in 2009, but in 2011 there were even bigger things in store. Cigar Aficionado selected the Prensado Churchill as the #1 cigar of 2011 with a rating of 96, in their blind taste test that starts out with over 700 premium smokes and narrows them down to the very best. This well

deserved achievement has shined a spotlight on this rich Honduran smoke. Smokers everywhere are appreciating the lush mixture of Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos that mesh perfectly to create a complex flavor containing hints of leather, chocolate and spice. Flawless construction and a gorgeous appearance make this cigar well worthy of its high praise and a spot in your regular rotation.

RATED Cigar Aficionado

96

The Number ONe Cigar Of 2011As Selected by Cigar Aficionado

Alec Bradley Prensado

Name W Size Qty MSRP P&C SingleChurchill Cjo 7 x 48 Box of 20 $205.00 $174.95 $9.50 Corona Gorda Cjo 5 5/8 x 46 Box of 20 $179.00 $151.95 $8.25 Double T Cjo 6 x 62 Box of 20 $240.00 $203.95 $11.25 Gran Toro Cjo 6 x 54 Box of 20 $235.00 $199.95 $11.00 Robusto Cjo 5 x 50 Box of 20 $185.00 $157.95 $8.75 Torpedo Cjo 6 x 54 Box of 20 $235.00 $199.95 $11.00

BriosoA budget bundle from the makers of iconic brands like Macanudo, Punch, Cohiba, and La Gloria Cubana, the Brioso is designed to give customers a quality, long-fill smoke that is affordable. A medium-bodied cigar, this one isn't going to be Cigar of the Year any time soon, but if you're looking for a stick that burns goods, has nice flavor and won't break the bank this may be the one for you.As low as $1.90/Cigar

Factory ThrowoutsYou might not normally do well smoking something that the factory throws away, but when the factory in question makes Arturo Fuente cigars, you can imagine even the stuff that doesn’t make the initial cut is still pretty darn good. These value bundles utilizes tobacco from the same plants used for Fuente’s premium lines, but from different layers and primings that didn’t get picked for those high-dollar stogies. You can scoop up these bundles for pennies on the dollar and get yourself a solid cigar that tastes great, burns well, and most importantly will set you back less than $1 per cigar!As low as $0.95/Cigar

QuorumA fantastic budget smoke from the Fuente Family, Quorum is the world’s best selling bundled cigar. If you’re looking for a new everyday budget smoke and haven’t tried them yet, you owe it to yourself to give them a try. Made with a rich blend of Nicaraguan tobacco and topped off with either a Sun Grown Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper or a smooth Shade Grown Ecuadorian wrapper, these bundles deliver the same quality as many cigars that cost twice as much or more. Find out the secret to saving on quality smokes that millions of smokers already know!As low as $1.25/Cigar

Casa de GarciaFrom the makers of Montecristo, Romeo Y Julieta, H. Upmann and many more iconic brands comes this budget smoke that delivers some solid quality and flavor at an incredibly affordable price. Available in either Connecticut, Sumatra or a Maduro wrapper, there is the perfect smoke for any palate among their offerings. Wrapped up in no-frills packaging to ensure every penny you spend goes towards top-notch tobacco, Casa de Garcia is the perfect cigarfor the guy who just wants to smoke something solid without investing half his paycheck into his cigar collection.As Low As $1.40 Per Stick

Perdomo FrescoTabacalera Perdomo always lives up to their reputation for producing outstanding smokes using carefully selected tobaccos and impeccable craftsmanship. Despite its miniscule price tag, the Perdomo Fresco is no different. We still can’t figure out how they managed to put such a small price tag on such a well made cigar that uses such outstanding tobaccos, but we sure aren’t complaining. Comparable to smokes that cost twice as much or more, the secret of Perdomo Fresco is right out in the open as one of the best bang-for-your-buck bargains in our humidor.

As Low As $1.92 Per Stick

Cusano BundlesFrom the makers of Montecristo, Romeo Y Julieta, H. Upmann and many more iconic brands comes this budget smoke that delivers some solid quality and flavor at an incredibly affordable price. Available in either Connecticut, Sumatra or a Maduro wrapper, there is the perfect smoke for any palate among their offerings. Wrapped up in no-frills packaging to ensure every penny you spend goes towards top-notch tobacco, Casa de Garcia is the perfect cigarfor the guy who just wants to smoke something solid without investing half his paycheck into his cigar collection.As Low As $1.40 Per Stick