The New World vs. The Old Regime: A Tale of Three Nicaraguans

Well now, folks, it seems the Old Regime of Cuban cigars has pulled quite the stunt these last two years—tripling their prices overnight. But here’s a thought for our friends in Havana: do you reckon the quality has tripled too? Or do they think cigar aficionados can’t tell the difference between a cash grab and genuine craftsmanship?

The New Smoke: Are These Cigars Dethroning Cuban Legends?

You’ve heard it before—Cuban cigars, the gold standard, the crème de la crème, the stuff of legends. But what if I told you that the times are a-changin’? Today, we’re not just puffing on any old smoke. We’re diving into three cigars that might just leave even the most storied Cuban rolling in its cedar-lined grave. Let’s take a closer look at the Plasencia Alma Fuerte, the Rocky Patel Disciple, and the Merchant Toro, and see if they can truly stand up to the myths.