Gotham Cigars Blog

In the world of premium cigars, few names command as much respect and admiration as Rocky Patel. With a history steeped in passion, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to quality, Rocky Patel cigars have carved a niche for themselves among aficionados worldwide. Among his illustrious portfolio, the Rocky Patel Vintage 1990 series stands as a testament to Patel's mastery of the craft, blending tradition with innovation to deliver an unforgettable smoking experience.The Genesis of Rock …

Macanudo has been around for decades; in fact, more like a century. And as you can deduce, any cigar brand that is this time-tested has something to say. Macanudo actually means magnificent in Spanish. And magnificent has been the testimony of many aficionados who owe their first cigar experience to Macanudo Cafe.As we trace the history and highlights of the Macanudo story our focus will ultimately be on the Macanudo Inspirado line which is often referred to as the brand’s renaissance …

“In an industry filled with thousands if not millions of different cigars, how can we stand out?” This must have been the question on Jim Robinson’s mind as he was conceptualizing Leaf by Oscar. Full disclosure, I have no idea what he was thinking but I can guess.If you have no idea what I’m talking about or even what in the heavens Leaf by Oscar is, it’s your lucky day. Today we’ll be discussing a feat of genius and one of the most popular cigars in the industry.Leaf by Oscar is a canny bl …

I sat for quite a while thinking about the best way to begin this piece. Undoubtedly, Perdomo is one of the greatest cigar conglomerates yet there is an undeniable enigmatic quality to this company. Maybe it’s just me but the mind boggling number of cigars released every year in unpronounceable names not to mention all the new cigar companies coming up blows my mind. Then there’s Perdomo who appears completely unperturbed by the sheer competitiveness of this industry.It amazes me that  …

AJ Fernandez Enclave is a great cigar to have. Even just seeing it in your humidor should bring a smile to your face. Why? Because it’s an anytime cigar, great value, and an excellent smoking experience. Debuted in 2015, AJ Fernandez Enclave is the second father/son partnership between AJ Fernandez and his father Ismael. It came hot on the heels of New World which had debuted in 2014. And like the majority of AJ Fernandez’s cigars, this line comes in both a Natural and Broadleaf wrapper.To …