Episode 139 kicks off a brand-new month of blind reviews as we light up Cigar #1 from the August Cigars Unbanded x Small Batch Cigar monthly pack. With a few of the regular panel members away, some familiar faces from the Cigars Unbanded community step in to smoke along and put the first cigar of August to the test. The cigar delivers a mix of wood, leather, cream, cacao, pepper, toasted bread, and sweetness as the profile develops throughout the night. The conversation also dives into the different stages of becoming a cigar collector, some of the best and worst advice you can give a newer cigar smoker, recent cigars that have impressed the group, and plenty of the usual Cigars Unbanded conversation along the way.

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Episode 138 wraps up the July Cigars Unbanded x Small Batch Cigar mystery sampler with the last cigar in the July pack. The panel finds an enjoyable start featuring espresso, oak, dark chocolate, walnut, stone fruit, baking spices, and subtle sweetness before the profile gradually becomes more earthy, bitter, and wood-forward in the final third. Along the way, the conversation shifts to a fun discussion about what each panelist would do if cigar content disappeared from YouTube, leading to ideas ranging from food, travel, barbecue, and restoration videos to conspiracy theories, plumbing, and 30-day skill challenges. The episode also explores the future of cigar content online, social media censorship, and the challenges creators face on today's platforms before revealing the cigar and discussing Drew Estate's place in the current premium cigar market. A solid B-tier performance closes out the July pack, with announcements for the upcoming Tobacconist of Greenwich Titans of Tobacco series, Small Batch Sunday community smokes, and the August mystery sampler.

Episode 137 puts Cigar #4 from the July Cigars Unbanded x Small Batch Cigar mystery sampler to the test as the panel works through another true blind review. The unique vitola delivers a flavorful, nuanced experience filled with citrus zest, cedar, baking spices, creaminess, floral notes, and a touch of nuttiness before becoming more wood-forward in the final third. The conversation also recaps the recent El Mago interview, celebrates the launch of Garrison Cigars' exclusive "Artifact" blend, shares travel stories, community unboxings, and raises awareness for a charity supporting first responders with PTSD. As always, the cigar is judged solely on its smoking experience before the reveal, where the community ultimately lands on a solid B-tier rating.

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Mike - https://www.youtube.com/@UChbfqdwJ0BOoMfaBVe1YNyw

Matt - https://www.youtube.com/@cigarhounddog

Michael - https://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourAsh

John - https://www.youtube.com/@cigar.alchemist

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Episode 136 features cigar #3 from the July Cigars Unbanded mystery pack, delivering a balanced profile with notes of chocolate, toasted oak, baking spices, nuts, and a long creamy finish. While the first two thirds impressed much of the panel, the final third took a step back for several reviewers, leading to a wide range of opinions and an overall B Tier rating. Along the way, the panel discusses what makes the perfect cigar lounge, from ventilation and comfortable seating to humidor selection, coffee bars, and member culture, before wrapping up with a reveal of the mystery cigar and a look at some exciting new cigars added to the review queue.

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Mike - https://www.youtube.com/@UChbfqdwJ0BOoMfaBVe1YNyw

Matt - https://www.youtube.com/@cigarhounddog

Michael - https://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourAsh

John - https://www.youtube.com/@cigar.alchemist

Sean - https://www.instagram.com/seanicus_smokes_cigars

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Episode 135 welcomes Mat of Sober Cigars as the newest full-time member of the Cigars Unbanded panel before the crew dives into cigar #2 from the July mystery pack. What starts as a pepper-heavy, challenging smoke transforms into a much more balanced experience with notes of baking spice, cream, chocolate, nuts, and graham cracker, leading to a wide range of opinions and a final B Tier community score. Along the way, the panel shares hilarious childhood trauma stories, recaps the Aganorsa Fumas educational session with Terence Reilly, and discusses future pairing ideas and upcoming guests.

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Mike - https://www.youtube.com/@UChbfqdwJ0BOoMfaBVe1YNyw

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John - https://www.youtube.com/@cigar.alchemist

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Episode 134 kicks off the July Cigars Unbanded mystery pack with a Fourth of July celebration, plenty of laughs, and a blind review that earns one of the strongest receptions of the year. The panel discusses a cigar that delivers layers of milk chocolate, root beer, ginger spice, stone fruit, marshmallow, espresso, and baking spices, with many praising its exceptional retrohale and balanced profile. Beyond the cigar, the crew debates their Mount Rushmore of cigar brands and blenders, announces a new partnership with Valet Humidity, shares stories about everything from Olive Garden to Disney trips, and previews the upcoming Terence Reilly livestream. The cigar ultimately earns a strong A Tier from both the panel and the community before being revealed as the Definition Cigars Anillo.

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Mike - https://www.youtube.com/@UChbfqdwJ0BOoMfaBVe1YNyw

Matt - https://www.youtube.com/@cigarhounddog

Michael - https://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourAsh

Johnny - https://www.youtube.com/@JohnnyOCD

John - https://www.youtube.com/@cigar.alchemist

Sean - https://www.instagram.com/seanicus_smokes_cigars

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Episode 133 wraps up the June Cigars Unbanded mystery pack with cigar #4, a cigar that divided the panel from start to finish. Notes of cinnamon, cedar, dark cherry, leather, nuttiness, floral undertones, and smoky spice created a unique profile that some panelists loved while others found overpowering. The cigar improved for many in the final third, leading to a wide range of scores before the final reveal. The episode also features a Father's Day recap, stories about how each panelist got into premium cigars, and plenty of laughs as the June pack comes to a close.

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Nick Fusco, founder of El Mago Cigars, joins Cigars Unbanded to share the deeply personal story behind the brand, from honoring his grandparents' legacy to building one of the fastest-growing boutique cigar companies in the industry. The conversation explores El Mago's unique branding, collectible tin series, factory growth, blending philosophy, and Nick's approach to creating cigars that stand out both in flavor and presentation. Along the way, he shares memorable stories behind releases like James Avenue, the inspiration for the iconic tubos, and what's next for El Mago Cigars.

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Mike - https://www.youtube.com/@UChbfqdwJ0BOoMfaBVe1YNyw

Matt - https://www.youtube.com/@cigarhounddog

Michael - https://www.youtube.com/@MasterYourAsh

John - https://www.youtube.com/@cigar.alchemist

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