Big Al's Cigar Blog

Here you will find honest reviews about the cigars that I bought myself and smoked myself.  I like to enjoy a fine cigar 3 to 4 times a week, late at night, sipping on some fine bourbon or tequila.  I've been smoking cigars for over 20 years and I try to be unbiased and honest in my reviews.  You can't trust most of the reviews on the internet or posted on most retailer's websites.  I don't really care if some guy tastes every flavor of the dessert buffet on some crappy cigar.  I want to know if it was an enjoyable cigar that satisfied you and you want to smoke another one.  That's what I try to give you.   <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9914815924126887"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

La Gloria Cubano Society Toro cigar review 7/10/2026 La Gloria Cubano is one of my longtime favorite brands. I can confidently say I've never had a bad one. This one is a smaller batch from their regular blends. Supposedly they surveyed smokers to make the ideal smoke and this is it. It turned into a Maduro Honduran wrapped with an Equadorian Sumatra binder and Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers.  Sold in boxes of 10. Priced around $110 a box. Yes, I got a deal on a box and have been enjoying these a lot.  Starts off a little mild and light draw. After a few minutes it brings in some spiciness. It burns a little weird at the foot. But it them evens itself out after a few minutes. Hasn't affected the smoking though. It's starting to smoke good now. Has a good sweet taste with a lingering spicy and earthy profile.  Still burning a little weird, as in it has a huge foot. But it's building up more flavors. Still mostly medium profile.  I hope it builds up. It's Friday nig...

La Gloria Cubano Classic Maduro Robusto cigar review 7/8/2026 To me, La Gloria Cubano has been one the most consistently respected and best value of top smokes for over 25 years. That sounds like a paid ad, but they deserve the praise. They don't have any gimmicky adds or specials. They don't have the actual cuban heritage in their family history. I think they started out in Miami in the 70's and have always been one of the best premiums at a reasonable price. And I've never had a bad one. Actually every one I've had has been really good. One a few brands can accomplish that and I'm going back 25 years. I put this brand up there with Padron.  This one is similar to the original classic with Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers, Nicaraguan binder, but with a dark Connecticut broadleaf wrapper.  Starts off strong. It's supposed to be medium but seems a little stronger the first inch. And it's super smooth. That's why I'm a big fan. Never had a bad one,...