Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro. 

Clay Smoot holds an Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro cigar and lighter, ready to enjoy his featured December cigar review.

I try to smoke at least one cigar a day, as it is part of my “calming” routine. Sometimes that smoke is on the way to a meeting, getting on a video conference or after a long and exhausting day of being me. If you know me or follow my social media, then you know … Read more

1875 Bully by Romeo y Julieta

Coffee mug, Romeo y Julieta 1875 Bully cigar, and Dirty Duck Cinnamon Teal coffee on a rustic wooden table.

This month’s review by Mr. Clay the Cigar Guy from The Cigar Society, is the 1875 Bully (5 x 50) by Romeo y Julieta. Since I do not smoke many cigars with Indonesian wrappers, I would be lying to you if I said this cigar is always present in my humidor of go-to cigars. I … Read more

Espada Ricasso by Montecristo 

A Montecristo Espada Ricasso cigar stands in a wooden ashtray next to a glass and bottle of Balvenie 14 Year Caribbean Cask Scotch.

Espada Ricasso by Montecristo  This month’s review by Mr. Clay the Cigar Guy from The Cigar Society, is the Espada Ricasso (5 x 54) by Montecristo. This cigar has been in my rotation of go-to cigars since the first time I tried it four years ago. Today, I prefer to enjoy this great cigar in … Read more

Cigar Review: My Father The Judge

Clay Smoot, cigar reviewer for The Kendall Gentleman and owner of The Cigar Society, holds up a My Father The Judge cigar, showcasing its bold design and rich wrapper.

My Father The Judge: Cigar of the Year 2024 This month’s review by Mr. Clay the Cigar Guy from The Cigar Society is the 2024 Cigar of the Year by My Father Cigars, The Judge. With its impeccable construction and complex flavor profile, this cigar has not only earned top honors but has also secured … Read more