Gotham Cigars Blog

Cigar smoking is an expensive affair. It is not a “wham bam thank you ma’am” kind of affair either. It is a long-term loving commitment between a person and their cigars. What do I mean?Cigars require more than just basic care. These babies are premium products that need equally premium TLC to thrive. If you are a cigar newbie, there is a lot to learn about maintaining your cigars. For starters, do not fall prey to the misconception that cigars will stay fresh as long as they …

Rocky Patel is a living legend in the cigar world. In truth, his creations feature prominently in top cigars lists year after year. Also true is the fact most Rocky Patel cigars are quite pricey. They are not your everyday smokes that you can give away all willy-nilly. There are, however, some little-known budget-friendly cigars in the Rocky Patel arsenal. Our favorite is the Rocky Patel Cargo.About Rocky Patel CargoEvery time I hear of Rocky Patel, my mind conjures images of premium …

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 …

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 …