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Spotlight Brand: Hoyo La Amistad Gold

January 1, 2017 |

Hoyo and AJ Fernandez: a camaraderie into the future.

The Hoyo de Monterrey brand continues to surpass its already outstanding position within the cigar industry and pave the way to their future with Hoyo La Amistad. La Amistad, a term meaning “friendship” in Spanish, is a blend developed by none other than AJ Fernandez, the man best known for producing highly-rated cigars in Nicaragua. Showcasing artisanal cigar-making techniques, Hoyo La Amistad comes to life in the modern world.

Hailing from Nicaragua, Hoyo La Amistad Gold is draped in a fine, Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, and blended with tobaccos from the top four growing regions of Nicaragua: Estelí, Condega, Ometepe, and Jalapa—all under the attentive eyes of Cuban expert cigar maker, AJ Fernandez. Bold and full-bodied, Hoyo La Amistad Gold delivers an exceptional balance of sweet and spicy notes that are sure to satisfy your palate. Experience a bold introduction into the future with Hoyo La Amistad Gold.

Get your Hoyo La Amistad Gold Cigars today!

Q & A: What's the best way to light a cigar?

Q.
What's the best way to light a cigar?

12/30/16 | by CR of Lower Lake, CA

A.
​​​​​​In my experience, the key to properly lighting a cigar isn't what kind of lighter you use, but rather the technique. Any steady flame will do, whether it is a torch flame from a butane lighter, a wooden match, or a disposible soft flame. Toasting the foot is a necessity for a good light and burn. This is done by holding the foot of the cigar over the fire without the tobaccos actually touching the flame. To ensure you have a proper light, toast the end of your cigar fully before puffing on it. When puffing, rotate the cigar - careful to maintain enough distance so the flame is still not touching. When you're satisfied, turn the cigar around and gently blow on the foot. If you see the entire foot glowing red, your cigar is properly lit. If not, then repeat the process.

by Tim

Review: Room 101 Uncle Lee

Tim An Uncle you'll like!
With an oily, dark chocolate brown Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Uncle Lee is handsome. Pre-light, the cedar and sweet hay aroma is intoxicating. Inside each you find a hearty blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran Corojos combined with Dominican ligeros. Light up and discover creamy nuances of chocolate, almond, and malt initially dominate the palate, eventually making room for heavier notes of espresso and cedar. The finish is fantastic, with dark chocolate and berry really coming through. Room 101 Uncle Lee is well-balanced and complex, with a pleasing variety of flavors, impressive draw, and ample amounts of smoke. With all of the characteristics of a savory premium produced in limited quantity, Room 101 Uncle Lee is one cigar meant for your humidor RIGHT NOW.
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