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Spotlight Brand: Ave Maria Cigars Immaculata

January 19, 2014 |

Ava Maria Cigars Immaculata: Smooth and elegant.

Ave Maria is one of the most exceptional lines we have seen come out of Nicaragua. Whether you’ve enjoyed the original or sprung for the must-have Ave Maria Reconquista, you know the uncompromising quality of this burgeoning brand.

Now, the brand raises the bar with the new Ave Maria Immaculata. A Connecticut-wrapped gem that strays from the normal ho-hum mellow Connecticuts of the world and packs a hearty punch in the form of a luscious medium-bodied blend from Nicaragua. There is no question this elegant super-premium will compete with the industry’s leading brands, and promptly transform the traditional landscape of the Connecticut-wrapped cigar.

Q & A: Too Many Cigars?

Q.
Look, I have a problem. How many cigars are too many?

1/14/14 | by PL of Sommerville, MA

A.
​​That was a question posed by the new intern in the office. Of course, everyone around him just laughed and shook their heads. For any enthusiasts out there, it’s a question that has been asked by your wife, a buddy, and even yourself. Amidst all of your humidors, cool-idors, or any other place you may hide cigars, we can’t get enough. And that’s part of the joy and relaxation of the hobby. After all, these cigars are like investments. Tending to all your various storage units, rearranging the cigars, keeping track of how long a blend has aged, and even basking in that Pepin-made Padilla that’s been discontinued for years now, is all part of the experience. Of course, only keep what your budget will allow but stock up when you can. You’ll find yourself gaining more knowledge about cigars and enjoying the experience that much more… 

by Bryan

Review:

Sean G Alec Bradley Mundial
Yes, this is that cigar. The blend garnered a lot of attention at this year’s IPCPR for being the first cigar shot into space. And unless you can tell me that shooting a cigar into space makes the blend better, I could really care less. Regardless, I still felt the need to try the cigar because of all the goodwill the brand has built up with all of their legendary blends.

The blend is described as being loaded with ligero leaves and it proves that right out of the gate. Notes of a dark espresso and leather are prevalent up front while hints of spice are present on the finish. After about half an inch, the cigar mellows and gives off more of a medium to full-bodied profile. To me, it’s definitely not a complex cigar and tastes a little bit like everything else that Alec Bradley makes. That being said, tasting like every other Alec Bradley isn’t really a bad thing but when you factor in all the great blends they’ve made.
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