by PCA | Nov 20, 2024 | Feature, Reviews
Oh, Wildfire Wanderer Robusto, you had me at Cold Aroma! The moment this mahogany-colored heater slid out from its cellophane sleeve I was enveloped in fragrant aromas of tobacco, earth, cedar and some sort of sweet pungency. The cigar’s scent was so invigorating, so...
by PCA | Sep 16, 2024 | Reviews
Cigar: Rodriguez Reserva Privada Size: Corona Smoke time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Appearance & Aroma Dressed in a classic, elegant band of red, white and gold with a bit of embossing, this Ecuadorian shade grown Connecticut wrapper is smooth, silky...
by PCA | Aug 20, 2024 | Reviews
Cigar: Gran Habano XX Aniversario Edicion Limitada Size: ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Appearance & AromaThe gold, black, and white foil label, sitting atop a thick black and gold craft paper band, catches your attention immediately. The black and gold foil...
by PCA | Aug 14, 2024 | Reviews
Sometimes, a cigar is more than just a companion during a relaxing interlude of quiet contemplation. Some of today’s best-loved smokes surely provide enjoyable breaks from the hustle and bustle of modern life, but they can also transcend far beyond the realm of mere...
by PCA | Aug 5, 2024 | Reviews
Writing cigar reviews for PCA The Magazine is a pretty good gig. We get to sample and report on some of the best cigars available in the US and international markets. Inevitably, some samples will be better than others, but I can’t say I ever had to review a cigar...
by PCA | Jun 24, 2024 | Reviews
Cigar: GPC 1502 Blue SapphireSize: LanceroSmoke time: 1 hour, 25 minutes Appearance & AromaGlobal Premium Cigar’s 1502 Blue Sapphire is a Nicaraguan puro, and the blend is perfect for this elegant and slender size. The wrapper presents a slightly mottled, slightly...
