Episode 174: Ezra Zion All My Ex’s Maduro

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Ezra Zion All My Ex’s Maduro Kip – The All My Ex’s maduro made its appearance in April 2016 as a followup to the original released blend. The Ezra Zion guys generously gave us these while I was at IPCPR 2016. The maduro All My Ex’s features a Mexican San Andres wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler. They were made via Noel Rojas at the Aroma de Jalapa factory in Estelí. The line was available in three vitolas (6”x52 toro at $8.95, 5”x50 robusto for $8.50, and a 6.5”x42 lancero ($8.95)). Total production was 800 boxes of 25 (20,000 total production). I remember these having a healthy dose of potency, yet being entirely approachable; some dry cocoa flavors and an occasional wisp of smoky woodsiness. I couldn’t help but notice that only 18 months in the cello left it incredibly yellowed. Interesting. Let’s see how the cigars are smoking these days…. Cigar News My old haunt – Tampa Humidor – announced since our last show that they had been acquired by Casa de Montecristo (Tabacalera USA/Altadis/JR Cigars)….and subsequently, a few more acquisitions have occurred. It was announced that Xikar has been bought by Quality Importers (!), and Thompson Cigar has been purchased by STG, the parent company to General Cigar and CI. Halfwheel is reporting that Altadis is suing another company for trademark infringement with the fleur-de-lis. Gary Laden of Smooth Draws Radio Show passed away. Our condolences to his family and friends. Remembering Gary, by Cigar Coop Carlito Fuente announced during the Puro Sabor festival that the Fuente family is opening a new cigar factory in Nicaragua. They have maintained a farming presence there for many years since their original factory in Estelí was burned in 1978. This comes on the heels of announcing the name change for distribution from Fuente & Newman Premium Cigars Limited to the Arturo Fuente Cigar Co. What Else We’ve Been Smoking Craig – Tatuaje Little Boris Robusto Extra – Holy Poop Tatuaje Capa Especial 2012 Book Toro – Nirvana Tatuaje Tattoo Robusto – Overlooked too often Ramon Allones SS – Not the best example Ramon Allones PC – Old Faithful Cornelius & Anthony Cornelius (Corona) – Generic Kip JC Newman El Baton – Fuente 858 Sungrown – Deer Tongue!

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