The Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Toro Gordo from My Father is a great choice for your next stogie. The full flavor profile landed this cigar in our top 12. Nothing less than a luxury, this stick’s a solid dark smoke.

The Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper blends nicely with the Ecuadorian binder and Nicaraguan filler. It’s noteworthy flavors include wood, cinnamon and espresso with just a hint of pepper. An exquisitely rich smoke, you won’t be disappointed. Stop in and pick up this delicacy.

Next on Broadway Cigar’s must have list from 2012 is La Hermandad. A new breakout cigar from El Primer Mundo that is truly a treat. Be prepared though, this well constructed stick packs a punch.

Complete with a Nicaraguan binder and filler, the Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper adds to the full flavor profile of this stogie. As you work your way through the even draw and smooth smoke, flavors of leather, cocoa and spices come forward with a slight hint of fruit. This dark beauty is surely not a smoke for the weak at heart, but a gem just the same.

Looking forward to the upcoming three day weekend? Why not celebrate by lighting up a classic stick in honor of President’s Day. We’ve got a list of three special stogies that can live up to the historical occasion:

1. Fuente Hemingway Classic. As you can see from our post last week this is a first-class cigar and a great choice for the holiday.

2. La Gloria Serie R. A perfectly consistent cigar sure to provide you with a steady smoke and easy draw.

3. The Ashton VSG. A crisp smoke with an easy draw, this stogie will leave you feeling relaxed and satisfied.

As we review our top 12 of 2012, take note of these epic stogies and stop in to pick one up for 2013. Next on the list is Arturo Fuente’s Hemingway Classic. It’s the type of cigar that makes you realize what a first-class cigar should taste like.

This complex smoke is wrapped in a rich Cameroon wrapper and carefully packed with a Dominican binder and filler. Known as a smooth creamy stogie the Hemingway Classic offers flavors like cedar, pepper and warm tobacco.  Don’t miss out on this medium-bodied cigar sure to make your 2013 only that much better.

Skip the flowers, chocolates and bubbly this year and opt for a cigar to light up the passion. This Valentine’s Day our sultry smokes are sure to spark any flame. So fall in love with our top three romantic stogies:

1. The Macanudo Vintage 1997 Maduro. This two-for-one is not only a smooth cigar but it comes with it’s own ring.

2. Romeo by Romeo Y Julieta. The newest in a great line of cigars and third on Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 list, this smoke is it’s own love story.

3. My Father Le Bijou 1922. A quality cigar with an oh so sweet tone.

Ranking high among the Broadway Cigar clan was the Padron 1964 Anniversary Exlusivo Maduro. As to be expected these quality stogies are often saved for a special occasion. The dark wrapper brings out the subtle sweetness in this classic stick, which is why it made the Broadway Cigar top 12 of 2012.

Reported as both a medium and full bodied cigar, the Padron Exclusivo Maduro is pure Nicaraguan tastiness. Constructed perfectly, the square press of this stick only adds to the even burn and easy draw. The most significant of flavors are chocolate and cream paired with a light pepper and coffee. If you haven’t tried this stick, you are missing out, stop in and pick one up at any Broadway Cigar location.

As you spend Sunday morning turning your living room into a football arena, setting out foods that are sure to make your cholesterol peak and cooling your favorite beverage of choice, the last thing you want to do is make a run for your favorite game winning cigar. Plan ahead and stop in at Broadway Cigar this week to pick up your very own touchdown worthy stick. Then the only thing left to worry about is whether it will be The Patriots or The Giants?

No Super Bowl plans you say? Get out of the house to celebrate this hodgepodge of food, football and good ol’ fashioned rivalry with Broadway Cigar! Both locations will have game day food and a plethora of victory stogies.

As we delve further into our top 12 of 2012, it’s only fair that we talk about the Flor De Las Antillas. As a Broadway Cigar favorite we highly recommend you pick up this stogie. It’s classic stick that has a nice draw and a steady flavor throughout.

This medium-full bodied smoke has a smooth start and steady burn. A powerful flavor profile that’s sweet, spice, and everything nice. Hints of earthy and coffee notes can also be picked up. A full five inches of Nicaraguan goodness that is sure to please the palate. Pick yours up soon!

Stop in January 24th at Broadway Cigar Lake Oswego for what’s sure to be a good time at our Perdomo event. Add some spice to your January with the fun BCC gals, a tasty barbecue and freebies with box purchase (RSVP below)! As an added bonus Mr. Don Haines will be there to speak about these classic sticks. So grab your 2013 calendar and pencil this event in, you won’t want to miss it.

When: Thursday, January 24th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm.
Where: Broadway Cigar’s Lake Oswego location at 15561 Boones Ferry Rd.
Who: Join Don Haines and enjoy the Perdomo Cigars
Cost: Absolutely FREE to attend!

RSVP here for your chance at a free humidor, winner will be announced at the event