Mbombay MQBA Mayura Robusto Wrapper: Ecuadorian-grown HVABinder: Ecuadorian-grown HVAFiller: Paraguay, Peru, and Nicaragua (aged 24 years) Coming off our 5-Year Anniversary celebration featuring Mbombay, it only felt right to sit down and properly review the MQBA Mayura Robusto. I’ll be upfront — this is one of their more premium offerings, and after spending quality time with it, I can confidently …
Smoke Rings ’72 5-Year Anniversary Party & Pig Roast — What a Night!
Five years. Let that sink in. This past weekend, Smoke Rings 72 celebrated its 5-Year Anniversary the only way we know how — with a full-blown party, a whole pig roast, premium cigars, flowing drinks, and a lounge packed wall to wall with the best community around. From the moment the pig hit the pit, you could feel it — …
At Smoke Rings 72, we don’t just sell cigars — we create experiences
Several times a year, we host major cigar events that bring the industry’s biggest names, top brands, and true aficionados together under one roof. These events feature exclusive cigar releases, vendor specials, raffles, giveaways, and the opportunity to meet brand ambassadors and reps face-to-face. Whether it’s a powerhouse brand showcase or a special collaboration night, our big events are designed …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- February 11, 2026 – Bella Artes Maduro Robusto
Bella Artes Maduro Robusto Wrapper: Brazilian Mata FinaBinder: Mexican San AndrésFiller: Nicaragua (Estelí) This week I’m revisiting the AJ Fernandez Bella Artes Maduro in the Robusto size—a cigar that’s been seriously slept on lately. And honestly? It shouldn’t be. This stick delivers from start to finish, and it’s time to put it back on your radar. Right out of the …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- December 18, 2025 – JC Newman Angel Cuesta Robusto
JC Newman Angel Cuesta Robusto Wrapper: Ecuador Havana RosadoBinder: UndisclosedFiller: Undisclosed This week I’m reviewing the JC Newman Angel Cuesta Robusto, a cigar with serious history behind it. Originally produced over 100 years ago for Angel Lamadrid Cuesta—one of the founders of the Cuesta Rey brand—this blend is a true throwback. Today, it’s handcrafted in the American Room at the …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- December 3, 2025 – La Aroma de Cuba Small Batch Toro
La Aroma de Cuba Small Batch Toro Wrapper: Ecuadorian HabanoBinder: NicaraguanFiller: Jalapa, Condega, Namanji This week I lit up the new La Aroma de Cuba Small Batch—a once-a-year release limited to just 2,000 boxes of 24. The tobacco is grown on Don Pepin Garcia’s farm and aged for five years, wrapped in a high-priming Ecuadorian Habano leaf. Let’s see how …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- October 8, 2025 – My Father Blue Toro
My Father Blue Toro Wrapper: USA Connecticut BroadleafBinder: HondurasFiller: Honduras This week I’m reviewing ” My Father Blue Toro”, also known around here as “Can’t Keep It on the Shelf!” — and for good reason. This cigar marks a milestone as the very first release from the new My Father Cigars factory in El Paraíso, Honduras. The Honduran tobaccos come …
Elevate Your Smoke: Now Serving Liquor at Smoke Rings 72
There’s something special about the perfect pairing — a fine cigar in one hand, a smooth pour of bourbon in the other, and good conversation all around. That’s the vibe we’ve always aimed to create at Smoke Rings 72 — and now, we’re taking it to the next level. We’re excited to announce that Smoke Rings 72 now has a …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- September 22, 2025 – Cavalier Genève USA Regional Exclusive Robusto
Cavalier Genève USA Regional Exclusive Robusto Wrapper: San AndresBinder: ConnecticutFiller: U.S., Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican Republic Cavalier Genève has earned a reputation for refined craftsmanship and, of course, their signature gold diamond (which is food grade gold) that sets every cigar apart. After getting to know this brand and their lineup, we felt the USA Regional Exclusive deserved a place in …
Shirtless Mike’s Cigar of the Week- September 10, 2025 – AJ Fernandez New World Decenio Toro
AJ Fernandez New World Decenio Toro Wrapper: San AndresBinder: Nicaraguan Filler: Honduran and Nicaraguan The Decenio was crafted to celebrate 10 years of AJ Fernandez’s iconic New World line, and it’s a cigar that truly showcases his artistry. Rolled at AJ’s San Lotano factory, this 6 x 54 box-pressed toro wears a dark, oily San Andrés wrapper over a blend of …