As you can see from our graphics on the website and the included sticker in this month's pack, we're embracing the summer heat theme. August is typically one of the hottest months across all states, and we're turning up the heat with this month's selection. We're excited to bring you a scorching lineup of cigars that perfectly match the season's intensity.
Upholding our motto—Boutique, Limited, Legacy—means we tirelessly seek out the finest and rarest cigars from top brands, as well as the latest releases from our favorites. Despite the challenges, we are dedicated to providing our esteemed members with these exceptional selections. Sometimes, supply is limited, but we're always negotiating behind the scenes to ensure you get access to these exclusive cigars. Our commitment is to bring you the best!
Let's dive straight into this month's curated selection! We're proud to present some of the best blends currently available, and we hope you'll enjoy the lineup as much as we do.
First, we have the highly coveted Smoking Jacket by Hendrik Kelner Jr., son of the legendary Henrdik 'Henke' Kelner of Davidoff fame. This exquisite cigar hails from the family's tobacco farm, Kelner Boutique, and represents their first lineup.
Next, we're excited to feature The Tabernacle - David, a limited edition perfecto from Foundation's popular Tabernacle line. This cigar is sure to impress with that exceptional Foundation flavor profile.
Rounding out the selection is The T. (The Truth), a collaboration between tobacco legends Robert Caldwell, Matt Booth, and AJ Fernandez. We're particularly thrilled to include the Connecticut version of this outstanding blend, showcasing the best of what these masters can offer.
We're also featuring Marun from Black Star Line Cigars, celebrating their 5th anniversary. Named after the Yoruba word for "five," Marun embodies the dedication and spirit of Black Star Line's journey over the past five years.
Lastly, we have the Punch Knuckle Buster, a flavor-packed cigar from the storied Punch brand. This medium-strength stick is handmade in Honduras and delivers a nutty, earthy, and woodsy profile thanks to its Nicaraguan Habano maduro wrapper and binder, complemented by a filler blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran Habano tobaccos.
This lineup is sure to keep your August hot and flavorful as we wait for fall to approach. Enjoy these exceptional cigars!
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Foundation Cigar Co. The Tabernacle - David
The Tabernacle by Foundation Cigars is a Connecticut Broadleaf masterpiece that has quickly become one of the most popular cigars in recent years. Now available in the limited release "David" 5×54 Perfecto, this cigar offers a potent yet flavorful experience. The blend features a rich Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, a Mexican San Andrés binder, and a selection of fillers from Honduras and Nicaragua. Crafted at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A., The Tabernacle delivers robust notes of spice, earth, dark chocolate, and a hint of nuts, making it a truly indulgent smoke.
The vitola's name and artwork are inspired by the biblical story of "David and Goliath," adding a layer of depth and narrative to this exceptional cigar. The Tabernacle's combination of quality and storytelling sets it apart, offering a unique experience for cigar enthusiasts.
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Foundation Cigar Company
Perfecto
5 x 54
Connecticut Broadleaf
Mexican San Andrés
Honduras & Nicaragua
Spice, Earth, Dark Chocolate, Nuts
Smoking Jacket - Kelner Boutique Factory (KBF)
"Smoking Jacket" was designed to offer connoisseurs a truly sophisticated cigar experience, utilizing some of the finest tobaccos available. Inspired by legends in the cigar world, Hendrik has always dreamed of owning an independent cigar factory, allowing him to create unique blends with his personal touch. After nearly 20 years of working alongside his father, Henke, Hendrik's dream has materialized with the opening of KBF.
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Smoking Jacket Cigars
Robusto
5 x 52
Dominican CotuĂ
Dominican Bonao
Dominican, Nicaraguan, USA Broadleaf
Nutty, Creamy, Light Floral Notes
Black Star Line - Marun
Celebrate the legacy and excellence of Black Star Line Cigars with "Marun," a special release commemorating their 5th anniversary. Named after the Yoruba word for "five," "Marun embodies the spirit and dedication that have shaped our journey over the past five years."
Meticulously crafted at the renowned La Zona factory, Marun showcases an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, encasing a rich Nicaraguan binder and filler. Marun is available in a 6x50 vitola. Indulging in a symphony of flavors with every draw. The Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper introduces a delicate spice and earthiness, while the Nicaraguan binder and filler contribute a robust profile with notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and a hint of leather.Â
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Toro
6 x 50
Ecuadorian Sumatra
Nicaragua
Nicaragua
Dark Chocolate, Espresso, Earth, Leather, Spices
Punch - Knuckle Buster Habano
For over a century, the Punch brand has been synonymous with crafting legendary cigars, and the Punch Knuckle Buster continues this legacy. This one is a standout in the brand’s lineup, offering a "hardworking blend for hardworking people." Ideal for everyday enjoyment.
Handmade in Honduras, the medium-strength Knuckle Buster features a dark Nicaraguan Habano maduro wrapper and binder, complemented by a blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran Habano fillers. This combination delivers a nuanced profile with nutty, earthy, and woodsy notes specially in the 6x50 Toro Vitola
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Toro
6 x 50
Nicaraguan Habano Maduro
Nicaraguan Habano maduro
Nicaraguan & Honduran Habano
Cedar, Earth, Pepper, Leather, Nuts
Caldwell - The T.
The T Connecticut is a distinguished collaboration among cigar legends Robert Caldwell, Matt Booth, and AJ Fernandez. As a follow-up to the more robust The T Habano and Maduro lines, The T Connecticut introduces a milder profile within this trilogy. It features a golden Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and carefully selected long-fillers. The T Connecticut offers a mellow to medium-bodied experience with delightful notes of cedar, leather, coffee, roasted nuts, and a touch of pepper.Additional Details
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Nicaragua
Cedar, Leather, Coffee, Roasted Nuts