This box-pressed marvel, crafted by the esteemed father and son team of José and Jaime Garcia, is easily one of 2017’s best-tasting smokes. Earning an impressive ranking at number 7 on Cigar Aficionado’s ‘Top 25 Cigars of 2017’ list, it just shows that the My Father brand has done it again. This luxurious smoke provides a decadent blast of cocoa, leather, roasted nuts, and toasted cedar nuances, along with a balanced undertone of well-placed, accompanying spice. Both flavor enthusiasts and ‘My Father’ devotees are sure to love this premium gem, which is guaranteed to enhance any smoking session. All rise, because The Judge here is absolutely one of the best tasting cigars of the year!

The reinvented La Flor de Ynclan earned an admirable 93-rating in 2017, and now it’s earing my distinction as one of the best tasting cigars of the year! La Flor de Ynclan Robusto uses choice Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers, an Indonesian binder, and a refined Ecuadorian wrapper to deliver a bold rush of rich, aromatic nuances; all of which are seamlessly balanced against its intricate backbone and lively undertone. This cigar took the Villiger brand years to perfect, and the result is certainly worth the consideration of any full-flavored enthusiast!

Since I’m on the subject of My Father, I figured I’d let you in on this flavorful little Maduro. This probably isn’t fair, to cite the My Father brand twice— but I know I’ve done it before for other brands, so I’m really just being an equal opportunist. The award-winning debut of Flor de las Antillas is also one of the best tasting cigars of the year, using a high-quality leaf, and lush medley of full-bodied tobaccos.  With its masterfully blended profile of cocoa, spice, cedar and dried fruits, this great tasting cigar was just too good to omit.

This inspired Nicaraguan puro is the collaborative result of the legendary H. Upmann brand, and one of today’s best master blenders, AJ Fernandez. This medium-to-full bodied delight is loaded to the teeth with luxurious flavors and tender aroma. Rich, creamy sweetness is masterfully layered with invigorating notes of dark roasted coffee beans, hazelnut, toasted cedar, and subtle hints of spice— culminating in an elegant, and extremely flavorful premium blend! H. Upmann was back in full-swing in 2017, thanks in part to one of the year’s best tasting cigars!

A list of the year’s best tasting cigars isn’t complete without a great selection for the full-bodied connoisseur. Foundation Cigar’s El Gueguense Maduro is bold, robust, and just a wonderful smoke overall. Boasting impeccable construction, its first-rate mix of long-filler tobaccos is augmented by the use of a vintage binder, and a stunningly-dark Corojo wrapper. It’s vigorous profile is one of the best of the year, though certainly not for the faint at heart. But full-flavored enthusiasts and seasoned aficionados take note— because this Maduro is hands-down one of the year’s best tasting cigars!