The Connecticut wrappers used for Diamond Crowns are double fermented, contributing bold flavor. This serves as the perfect complement to the mild blend of fillers from the Dominican Republic. Whether smokers select Figurado #6, Pyramid #7, or one of the Robustos, satisfaction will be the result. At a price take starting at $145 for a box of 15, we would hope so.

If you buy cigars online, you know how difficult it can be to find this brand. Certain sizes seem to always be out of stock, which speaks to their popularity. Never fear because there are always the Maximus and Julius Caesar lines if the regular Diamond Crowns are not available. Each features its own unique flavor and body.

The Maximus line is best identified by its very dark sungrown Ecuadorian wrapper. Like the regular line, it features rich flavor but this cigar is full-bodied to the core. Select from the Double Corona #1, Churchill #2, Pyramid #2, Toro #4, and Robusto #5, each featuring a 50 ring gauge. Your wallet better be big because it will cost $200 or more to purchase a box of 20.

Julius Caesar was the line created to honor J.C. Newman Cigar Company founder Julius Caesar Newman. Havana-seed wrappers are used for these hand-rolled beauties that contain five year-old Central American tobacco. Bold and rich, this line does its namesake proud, featuring coffee and woody flavors that are both spicy and sweet.

Whether you visit a cigar store or buy cigars online, you cannot miss the bright yellow bundles of El Creditos. The cigars feature a medium strength and come in multiple sizes, ranging from the 4.5-inch, 40 ring Small Corona to the very impressive nine-inch, 49 ring Gigante. Some sizes feature both natural and Maduro wrappers, providing smokers with additional variety.

A single El Credito costs about $2.50 to $3.30, depending on size. The 25-cigar bundles are very popular, perhaps because they cost just $55 to $70, based on size. El Perrito, which is 5.5 inches long and features a 38 ring, comes in boxes of 50 that sell for about $80. Cigars carrying this brand name generally receive ratings in the high 70s to 80.

Ernesto Carillo left Cuba in 1959 to begin his new life in the U.S. He developed the El Credito factory in Miami, Florida, a series of small stores staffed with workers who hand wrap these smokes. The shop reminds one of Havana at the turn of the century and even caters to customers walking in off the street.

Mr. Carillo says his cigars are made as if the factory was in Cuba, with each person handling a cigar from beginning to end. These few dozen employees manage to create approximately one million cigars each year. Mr. Carillo is modest, saying that the cigar prices are nothing he will get rich from but they allow his company to do well.

Two brands use the name El Rey Del Mundo, one owned by the Villazon family of Honduras and the other produced on Cuba for the Cuban state-owned tobacco company Habanos SA. Since Cuban cigars are off-limits to Americans, we are focusing on the Honduran variety. However, we can say that the original brand was once considered the most prestigious and expensive on the planet.

Honduras yields one of the best-selling and finest cigars in terms of this brand. Ecuadorian Sumatra wrappers are used to contain long Havana seed filler tobacco that features a superb taste. These Havana-style cigars come in various shapes, sizes, and packages, resulting in something for everyone. Smokers are often surprised at the low price for such a great cigar.

Sizes range from the 4.5-inch, 35 ring Café Au Lait to the massive 8.5-inch, 52 ring Coronation. Elegantes must have been named after their ring size, a very delicate 29 gauge. Robustos are just that, with 54 rings and lengths ranging from the five-inch regular Robusto to the 7.25-inch Robusto Suprema. Flor Del Mundo is another impressive choice, featuring a length of 7.25 inches and a 54 ring.

You will find these top sellers in singles or a box of 20, 35, or 40 depending on size. One cigar runs about $5 to $7 and a box of 20 costs anywhere from $50 to $90 based on the size selected. Several varieties feature a choice of natural or Maduro wrapper. The price is the same so why not try both for a double treat?

The move proved very beneficial because it led Evelio to create the cigar that bore his name. Nestor had a desire to create a cigar that reflected Cuban workmanship and quality. Evelio agreed to help Nestor set up the facility that would produce the cigars. The resulting full-bodied brand is creamy and smooth. Smokers notice hints of leather and oak, followed by spice that is pleasant and far from overwhelming.

Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos are used in the filler, the binder is Honduran, and a sweet Ecuadorian wrapper contains it all. Evelios have a quality and taste reminiscent of 1960s Cuban cigars, yet are available at a fraction of the price. Coronas, Double Coronas, #1s, Robustos, Robusto Largas, and Piramides each feature a natural wrapper. Smokers who buy cigars online can purchase a box of 25 of any size for about $55.

This brand proves that sometimes older is better and sticking with a good thing is wise. Being able to control every aspect of the production process to ensure duplication of the Cuban method of cigar making was something Evelio required. When Nestor granted him that authority, the journey began that resulted in this excellent cigar.

Evelio tried several times to move away from the cigar industry but we are glad he failed. Were it not for being called to Honduras, he never would have created the handmade long fillers that feature his name. For those who want the Cuban smoking experience without being thrown in jail, these are one of the best cigars to choose.

The baseline E.P. Carrillo features a blend of Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers contained in an Ecuadorian wrapper with a Nicaraguan binder. An earthy core with hay and grass notes and a finish that is a bit creamy characterize these. Six sizes are offered, ranging from the 4.875-inch, 50 ring Encantos to the 7.125, 49 ring Churchill Especial.

The E.P. Carrillo Edicion Inaugural 2009 commemorated Ernesto Carrillo’s 30 years in the industry. Like the baseline cigar it is medium-bodied and features Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers and an Ecuadorian wrapper. These 5.375-inch, 52 ring stogies retail for about $130 for a box of ten and are available only in limited quantities.

The Elencos Series features a Nicaraguan and Dominican filler blend within a Brazilian wrapper. The taste of this medium to full bodied cigar is cedary and spicy, with sweet notes. A single Elite, Acto Mayor, or Don Rubino costs between $9.50 and $12.50. The New Wave Connecticut Edition comes in four sizes and features a silky Connecticut Ecuadorian wrapper and Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers.

The third E.P. Carrillo limited edition annual release is the Short Run 2011. Construction of this medium to full bodied cigar is impeccable and the spicy, robust blend of aged Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers is a nice complement to the Ecuadorian wrapper. Bombones are 4.875 inches and feature a 50 ring gauge, Canonazos are 5.875 inches and feature a 52 ring, and Inmensos are 6.25 inches and feature a massive 60 ring. Expect to pay about $150 to $185 for a box of 24.

Originally produced by G.H. Johnson Cigar Company, this brand became a flagship for the Consolidated Cigar Company that merged G.H. Johnson and six other companies in 1921. Since 1999, Altadis U.S.A., Inc. has manufactured and sold Dutch Masters. Included in the brand are full size cigars and small cigarellos affectionately called “mini-dutches.”

In the 1950s, Dutch Masters became a household name due to sponsoring television projects for comedian Ernie Kovacs. Ironically, Kovacs never smoked the brand, preferring Havana cigars. In the early 1990s, mentions in various hip-hop songs led to Dutch Masters experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Unfortunately, the mentions referred to the cigar being broken down and then re-rolled in combination with marijuana.

The 5.625-inch, 42 ring Coronas are particularly popular because they come in an assortment of flavors including strawberry, vanilla, and grape. Cigarellos are offered in chocolate, cognac, wine, and other tempting flavors. Smokers can also find vanilla, grape, and cognac Tube Cigarellos if they prefer a smaller smoke. These beloved American stogies can be found for under $1 each, making them a staple in the humidors of everyday smokers who enjoy a mild taste, excellent burn, and remarkable consistency.

A Dutch Masters cigar can be easily identified by its packaging. The image is the 1662 painting, The Syndics of the Draper’s Guild, by Rembrandt. The men in this oil painting are often thought to be Pilgrims but they are really the Drapers Guild paupers. This painting is described as the “last great collective portrait” painted by the world-renowned artist.

Hoyo de Monterrey has its roots in 19th century Cuba and is one of the most recognized names in the industry. When production relocated to Honduras in 1969, quality and flavor did not suffer. Excaliburs are currently rolled in the Villizon Factory under the watchful eye of master cigar maker Estello Padron. They are considered a fuller body blend from Hoyo de Monterrey.

Only the top ten percent of Honduran and Nicaraguan tobacco crops are used in the Excalibur brand. Cultivation and fermentation has not changed since the days in Cuba. The result is a hearty aroma with a finish that is spicy and dry. Each of the 11 Excalibur sizes features the traditional allure of Cuban cigars.

A Cameroon wrapper is used to make the 1066 line. Filler and binder are the same as the regular Excalibur line. This full-bodied cigar comes in seven sizes sold in stained wooden boxes of 20 online. Legend, the newest line in the brand, is a medium to full-bodied cigar featuring Dominican ligero and Nicaraguan tobacco. A Connecticut binder and wrapper are used to create an assortment of flavors ranging from wood to leather, with a peppery finish.

Legends come in three sizes: the 5.25-inch, 50 ring Challenger, the 5.75-inch, 45 ring Crusader, and the Conqueror, which is 6.25 inches long and features a 54 ring. A box of 20 with natural wrappers costs about $135 for the Crusader and Challenger and $150 for the Conqueror. In the regular and 1066 lines, Maduro wrappers are available for some sizes.

This brand comes in one size only, the Churchill, which is seven inches long and has a 50 ring gauge. A box of 20 with Maduro wrappers costs less than $40, making these cigars inexpensive enough to share will all our friends and family. Finnegan’s Reserves are especially popular around St. Patrick’s Day so shoppers should place their orders early because these are bound to sell out.

Holt’s is the only place we know of where you can find these cigars. If you make a purchase now but do not smoke these until later, preservation is important. Those who do not have a humidor can use a lidded wooden box with a latch. To increase humidity within the box, a damp sponge can be added.

When taking cigars on the go, a damp paper towel inside an open plastic sandwich bag does the trick. This bag should be placed within a larger bag that contains the cigar. When the large bag is sealed, internal humidity is preserved. The bag should be kept in a dark place such as a purse or briefcase.

No matter where you smoke them, Finnegan’s Reserves are sure to be lucky. Keep an eye out for leprechauns, rainbows, and four-leafed clovers. They are there to show you that luck can be found anywhere. Although, you may be too distracted by the great taste of these inexpensive Dominican long-filler stogies to notice!

Doc Hollidays have a medium to full body and feature a robust, spicy flavor. They are rich and earthy with a finish that is nutty and smooth. The five-inch Card Shark features a 50 ring and a chest of 20 sells for just under $50. Gun Slinger is a six-inch, 50 ring version featuring a price of about $55 for 20. Tombstones are 5.5 inches long, have a 54 ring, and sell for around $60 for a chest of 20.

If you buy cigars online, you will enjoy the convenience of shopping for Doc Hollidays on the Holt’s Web site. The company is currently running a two-box deal on each size, enabling customers to save cash by purchasing in bulk. The price is right and customers love the gun slinger theme of these cigars.

Those who smoke these regularly report a decent experience. After being aged for one to two months, many people find the taste even better. They are perfect for a golf outing, business deal celebration, or just a regular, everyday smoke. Of course, they are also enjoyable while doing some wagering, paying homage to Doc himself.

Wild West fans who enjoy a medium to full-bodied cigar should try one of these stogies. Holt’s is where you can find them and ordering online is easy. If you are a fan of this brand, take advantage of the two box deal before it ends. Exclusive brands like these are not easy to find, which makes them even better.

Ladies and new smokers in particular seem to appreciate Don Diegos. The brand is a nice introduction to the world of cigars. You can pick up a single cigar for just over $2 and a pack of five costs about $10. These also come in tins of ten and boxes of 27, depending on size. In general, you will not spend more than about $115 on a 27-count box when you buy cigars online.

There are plenty of sizes to select from when shopping the Don Diego brand. Preludes are just four inches long and feature a 30 ring. Robustos are the next size up, measuring five inches long and featuring a large 52 ring gauge. Babies are 5.25 inches long with a 33 ring gauge. These feature a sun grown wrapper and are available in a box of 60 that sells for about $70.

Coronas measure 5.5 inches in length and feature a substantial 44 ring. The Grande is a six-inch, 52 ring gauge version and Lonsdales are 6.625 inches long and feature a 44 ring. Last, but certainly not least, is the seven-inch Churchill with a 54 ring. This size is designed for someone who wants to spend a long, relaxing evening with a drink and a nice cigar.

When shopping online, look for special deals on boxes of Don Diegos because there are some excellent deals available. This brand reflects what a good cigar tastes like, making it no surprise that it has found a wide audience. Whether you are a new smoker or just enjoy a mild-bodied cigar, you will like these.