Gotham Cigars Blog

It is a common consensus, in the cigar world, that AJ Fernandez can do no wrong. I am obliged to agree.Obviously, not everyone loves AJ Fernandez and his creations. But whether you love AJ or love to hate him, the truth remains; the man knows his stuff. Nowadays, it is virtually impossible to shop for top cigars without coming across one or two of AJ Fernandez's blends. This is probably because these days, he is not just blending for his brand. He is collaborating with other brands to …

Its that time of the year again when we reveal our picks for the best cigars of 2019.In a word, 2019 has been a great year for cigar enthusiasts. With releases such as Dias de Gloria by AJF, H. Upmann 15th Anniversary Limited Edition, and JFR Lunatic Loco, this has been quite a year.Picking the best cigars of 2019 has certainly not been easy. There were lots of good cigars in the running but ultimately, we are pleased with our choices.Without further ado, here are Gotham’s Picks for the b …

As AVO Cigars celebrates its 30th Anniversary, cigar enthusiasts are scrambling to grab a box of the AVO LE05 30 Year cigar. The AVO LE05 is AVO's most revered brand of all time. Some cigar connoisseurs say it was their most potent, too, but…I don't know. A lot of time has passed since the original AVO Limited Edition 2005 (AVO LE05) was released. But the reviews and praise for AVO's most beloved blend live on.It is difficult to imagine the same minimalist cigar released at a cigar d …

Rocky Patel sure knows how to create a buzz. The release of Rocky Patel ALR 1st Edition was phenomenal. These delicately-aged scrumptious smokes were in and then gone before we could blink.If you missed out on the Rocky Patel ALR 1st Edition, don't fret. You still have a chance to grab the 2nd Edition.If you did get the 1st Edition, then you know this is a cigar you cannot miss out on. So, be sure to grab the Rocky Patel ALR 2nd Edition too before it runs out. If you missed the whole t …

We all know and love our Connecticut Shade cigars. They are mellow and easy, and more importantly, they don’t push back with too much force. The Connecticut Shade leaf is beloved by dozens of cigar blenders due to its impeccable smoothness and shy disposition. They say it is perfect for encasing mild, ultra-flavourful, and complex cigars. We do not disagree.In fact, we believe that a new trend is emerging in the Connecticut Shade world. You see, Connecticut Shade cigars have, for …