Reviews

Date Added: Thursday 01 October, 2026

Gawith Hoggarth Kendal Dark Pipe Tobacco 50g Tin by David

A simply easy to smoke blend that's as close to shag cut without actually being as you can get. You get a nice deep smoke but that's about it. There's not much complexity here and it's a very dry smoke even when fresh. Nicotine is medium at most so don't expect a good hit even with a bowl full.

Date Added: Thursday 01 October, 2026

Curivari Buenaventura Picadores Robusto Cigar - 1 Single by Mike

Glad to report Curivari continues to thumb its nose at sticks over twice their price. This Robusto, and the Corona are 'must stock' items for me. I have never had the slightest problem with these cigars. Perfect burn, lovely construction/wrappers, plenty of smoke from a perfect draw. This is not a smoke to sit there po faced scratching your chin trying to find the subtle flavours of Grandma's handbag but rather chatting away with a group of friends and a couple of beers they become a part of the enjoyment. I would definitely rate them slightly on the mild side of medium progressing to the fuller side as it progresses. I probably wouldn't rate it as a morning smoke/ breakfast cigar but after lunch right through to dinner no problem. That said, I think this is an easy one to pair. A cold beer or wine with lunch, absolutely great with a double espresso and enough going on to finish with a dark spiced rum or a gentle, non petty malt. Profile for me was uncomplicated, simply a nice well rounded flavour with very gentle spice, hardly makes your nostrils tingle on the re

Date Added: Thursday 01 October, 2026

La Unica No. 400 Cigar - 1 Single by Jack

Very nice smoke. Quite sweet at times but good draw and no complaints. Had this one before as part of the mystery cigar scheme and would highly recommend. Affordable price and lasted about 40 minutes.

Date Added: Wednesday 30 September, 2026

Capstan Navy Cut Ready Rubbed Pipe Tobacco - 10g Sample by Chas

A very light and refreshing smoke. Tin note is subtle with a hint of raisins and citrus, and room note is similar. Burned very well with little need to relight, and left a very fine, crumbly ash behind. Dottle was almost non-existent. Flavours probably a little too mild for me as I have a poor sense of smell but I did enjoy my first bowl, and would be happy to smoke again if I didn't have anything else available.

Date Added: Wednesday 30 September, 2026

Regius Orchant Seleccion Nicaragua Campana Cigar - 1 Single by ASHLEY

New to me and came as part of a bundle . Quite surprised how good it was, with a perfect burn and easy draw if the finish had been just a little better, then it would be right up there with the top Cubans. Delightful indeed, and with all the elements you would expect from a Regius. Yes, thoroughly recommended.

Date Added: Tuesday 29 September, 2026

Partagas Shorts Cigar - 1 Single by Martin

I got this as part of a sampler and had before, partagas are seen as quite strong but I find the short a good compromise between strength and taste It lit well ashed superbly with no touching up required a lovely Cuban twang taste that stayed in the mouth long after smoking but did not mind as very pleasant and not harsh