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CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of Cigar Giveaways 2014 Day 13?: Cohiba Cigars

It should come as no surprise that we are, once again, going to Day 13!  It’s a Festivus miracle! I was overwhelmed by the response from my dear friends in the cigar industry. Haven’t they been great?  Please remember to thank all the generous  participants, without whom this would be VERY expensive for me!  Let’s just hope the FDA doesn’t get in the way of our fun, and make sure you join Cigar Rights of America (or Europe, or Canada) so we have a chance to continue to enjoy cigars the way we have. Last night I smoked an Arandoza Red Label toro that I picked up at To’Makao cigars in Bethlehem, PA Sunday. This cigar is a powerhouse, with TONS of dark, rich flavor. If I were making a list, this would be at the top for me this year, I think. Terrific cigar! I know, you want to know who won the box of Arandoza Red Label,  and that lucky individual is Xolotal Mungin.  Make sure to send me your address so I can get this out to you!  And now, on to Day 13!

 

 

Cohiba Nicaragua

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Day 13 brings us another cigar from General Cigar Co., the new Cohiba Nicaragua.  This is Cohiba’s first cigar to be made in Nicaragua with Nicaraguan tobacco from Esteli and Jalapa, wrapped with a Colorado oscuro wrapper.  Today’s present is the Cohiba Nicaragua N60, the largest size in the line at 6″ x 60.  This is a box of 16 cigars. I’ve smoked the robusto in this line and it’s spectacular.  Thank again to Victoria and the folks at General Cigar Co. for their unwavering support.

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All you have to do to enter is to leave a comment on that day’s post and if you like, in one sentence tell us what comes to mind when you think of Cohiba Cigars.  It’s not a condition to win, but I’d like for the folks who make this all possible to come away with some consumer feedback.  Also, be sure to visit the links for each item. Comments on Facebook, Twitter, or anywhere else will not count, but feel free to spread the word!

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CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of Cigar Giveaways 2014 Day 12: Arandoza Cigars

It’s hard to believe it’s day 12 already! Lots of cigars and goodies given away and more to come!  Yesterday I delivered the Day 1 present to Adam.  I met him at To’Makao in Bethlehem, PA and handed off the goodies!  I love it when I can save on shipping and meet another great cigar friend in person! On the way up I smoked my first CAO Columbia and enjoyed it quite a bit. It was mellow and flavorful. The lucky winner of the box of CAO Colombia  Bogota is Frank Germaine. Please send me your address!  Let’s move along to Day 12, and a great Day 12 it is!

 

 

Arandoza Cigars

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Day 12 of CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of CigarGiveaways brings us the third offering from Arandoza Cigars.  The Arandoza Red Label features a spicy San Andrés wrapper and is a strong, delicious cigar. Once again, this comes from the La Zona factory in Esteli. In addition to the Mexican maduro wrapper, it has a Nicaraguan binder and Nicaraguan triple ligero filler.  I really like all the cigars in the Arandoza line, but the Red Label is my favorite.  Many thanks to Robert Arango at Arandoza Cigars for his enthusiastic support this year!

 

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All you have to do to enter is to leave a comment on that day’s post and if you like, in one sentence tell us what comes to mind when you think of Arandoza Cigars.  It’s not a condition to win, but I’d like for the folks who make this all possible to come away with some consumer feedback.  Also, be sure to visit the links for each item. Comments on Facebook, Twitter, or anywhere else will not count, but feel free to spread the word!

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CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of Cigar Giveaways 2014 Day 11: CAO Cigars

Yesterday was the last Saturday before Christmas, big shopping day, I guess. I managed to get some presents shipped out and while the post office was crazy, the stores didn’t seem too bad.  If I may offer a piece of advice to the contest entrants: please use a good e-mail address on your comment!  I prefer that the winner drop me a note with his info, but after a couple days without hearing I senT an e-mail, and it was undeliverable. Rich M, if you’re out there,drop me a note so I can get you your box of Arandoza cigars!  I’m sure there will be plenty of people willing to take your place!  Anyway the winner of the Fleur de la Reine from Day 10 is Andrew CussonPlease let me know where to have the folks at United Cigar Retailers send your lovely box of cigars!  Let’s see what Day 11 has in store for us:

 

CAO Cigars

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Day 11 brings us another offering from General Cigar Co., the newest selection from CAO.  The CAO Columbia has Colombian and Brazilian fillers, Cameroon binder and a wrapper from the Jamastran valley in Honduras.  The Bogota is a 6″ x 60 and is presented in a box of 20 cigars.  This is a cigar I have yet to smoke. I may see if I can find one to smoke today, it sounds really interesting.  Thanks again to Victoria and the folks at General Cigar Co. for putting this under the tree today!

 

 

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All you have to do to enter is to leave a comment on that day’s post and if you like, in one sentence tell us what comes to mind when you think of CAO Cigars.  It’s not a condition to win, but I’d like for the folks who make this all possible to come away with some consumer feedback.  Also, be sure to visit the links for each item. Comments on Facebook, Twitter, or anywhere else will not count, but feel free to spread the word!

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CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of Cigar Giveaways 2014 Day 10: United Cigar Retailers

It’s finally the weekend!  I’m now on vacation for two weeks and will be able to get some packages shipped and some projects finished around the house. I have plenty to do to keep me busy!  Anyway, Random.org didn something I haven’t had happen since I’ve been using it, I punched in 137 and it returned 137. So the last comment is the day 9 winner! It made it very easy for me as I didn’t have to count entries! The winner of the Nomad Connecticut Fuerte is Travis Reynolds. Please send your address.  I  still have a few people I need to hear from, so please send your addresses to me Rich M and Steve W! Let’s proceed to Day 10!

 

 

United Cigar Retailers

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It’s Day 10, and today we have an offering from United Cigar Retailers and Two Guys Smokeshop.  Once again, it’s Saturday, and, depending on when you read this, you can tune in to The Cigar Authority and hear David Garofalo, Mr. Jonathan, Chuck Morrison and Barry Stein. The show airs from Noon to 2 eastern time. I listen to the podcast every week, it’s infotainment at it’s best.  Today’s present is a proprietary brand from United Cigar Retailers, the Fleur de la Reine (box of 20).  The Fleur de la Reine Cinq is a 5½ x 54 robusto with a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, Dominican binder and Honduran and Nicaraguan fillers. It’s a rich, spicy, full flavored cigar which Barry Stein gives a 93 on The Cigar Authority. Thanks to Dave and the folks at United Cigar Retailers/2 Guys Smokeshop for providing today’s present!

 

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All you have to do to enter is to leave a comment on that day’s post and if you like, in one sentence tell us what comes to mind when you think of United Cigar Retailers or Fleur de la Reine .  It’s not a condition to win, but I’d like for the folks who make this all possible to come away with some consumer feedback.  Also, be sure to visit the links for each item. Comments on Facebook, Twitter, or anywhere else will not count, but feel free to spread the word!

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CigarCraig’s 12 Spectacular Days of Cigar Giveaways 2014 Day 9: Nomad Cigars

Welcome to Friday, Day 9 and my last day of work for the year!  I’ll still be getting up early for the next few days to do this, butI won’t have to run out the door when I’m done!  Last night my employer had our holiday party, so I didn’t get my evening walk in, but I smoked a Foundry War of Currents West Orange on the way there.  Like all the Foundry cigars, this is a unique cigar with bright flavors, and an aromatic room note (car note). I enjoyed the crap out of it, much like I’m sure Steve W will enjoy the Cayleys that he won! Please send me your address!  Now, on to number 9, number 9…

 

Nomad Cigar Company

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Day 9 features an outstanding boutique cigar from Fred Rewey’s Nomad Cigar Company.  New this year is the Connecticut Fuerte, featuring an Ecuador Connecticut wrapper, Ecuador Habano binder and Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. This isn’t a mild Connecticut cigar at all, it’s got a little bit of power to it, hence the “Fuerte” designation.  It’s not going to blow your head off, it’s balanced and flavorful. The Corona is 5½” x 44 and the come in boxes of 20. In addition to the box of cigars is a Nomad T-shirt (Lg) and some stickers. Many thanks to Fred for providing this great gift.

 

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All you have to do to enter is to leave a comment on that day’s post and if you like, in one sentence tell us what comes to mind when you think of Nomad Cigars.  It’s not a condition to win, but I’d like for the folks who make this all possible to come away with some consumer feedback.  Also, be sure to visit the links for each item. Comments on Facebook, Twitter, or anywhere else will not count, but feel free to spread the word!

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