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The Smoking Syndicate: Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Toro 2023

Earlier this year, Aganorsa Leaf released the new iteration of the Supreme Leaf.  They used the toro size they previously used in 2020, but this time, the cigar is round instead of a boxed press.  This is the first time they have used a round format instead of the box press.

From the Aganorsa Leaf press release:

“Demand for Supreme Leaf continues to grow and we are committed to releasing the same incredible blend in a new format with each release, ” says Terence Reilly, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Rolling the blend as a traditional parejo and not box pressing it gives the consumer the opportunity to compare how this vitola compares to previous releases. I’m excited for the feedback from consumers once this hits the market in February, especially since this release will mark the first time in over a year Supreme Leaf will be available and expectations are higher than ever.”

Packaged in boxes of ten, Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Toro will consist of 2,750 boxes and will be available for order. Pricing is set at $13.99 SRP per cigar.

• Vitola:  Toro
• Wrapper: Aganorsa (Nicaragua)
• Binder: Aganorsa (Nicaragua)
• Filler: Aganorsa (Nicaragua)
• Country of Origin: Nicaragua
• Factory: Tabacos Valle de Jalapa S.A. (TABSA)
• MSRP:  $13.99

Final Score:  91

Prime Time Episode 273 Audio: Virtual Trade Expo 2023 Edition, Day One

For the fourth year in a row, we are bringing the Virtual Trade Expo Concept back. The concept is very simple. We give a cigar company a 15-minute slot to come on and talk about their summer/upcoming releases. This is the first of two shows over two weeks.

Here is the lineup from Day One (6/22/23):

• Hector Alfonso, Espinosa Cigars
• Brian Motola, Cavalier-Geneve Cigars
• Justo Eiroa, JRE Tobacco Co
• Pete Johnson, Tatuaje Cigars
• James Brown, Oveja Negra Brands
• Casey Haugen, Crux Cigars
• Enrique Sanchez, 1502 Cigars
• Dave Spirit & Jerry Gripp, EP Carrillo
• Gus Martinez, West Tampa Tobacco Co
• Mike Szczepankiewicz, Powstanie Cigars
• Ed Treviño, Luciano Cigars

Prime Time Episode 273: Virtual Trade Expo 2023 Edition, Day One

For the fourth year in a row, we are bringing the Virtual Trade Expo Concept back. The concept is very simple. We give a cigar company a 15-minute slot to come on and talk about their summer/upcoming releases. This is the first of two shows over two weeks.

Here is the lineup from Day One (6/22/23):

• Hector Alfonso, Espinosa Cigars
• Brian Motola, Cavalier-Geneve Cigars
• Justo Eiroa, JRE Tobacco Co
• Pete Johnson, Tatuaje Cigars
• James Brown, Oveja Negra Brands
• Casey Haugen, Crux Cigars
• Enrique Sanchez, 1502 Cigars
• Dave Spirit & Jerry Gripp, EP Carrillo
• Gus Martinez, West Tampa Tobacco Co
• Mike Szczepankiewicz, Powstanie Cigars
• Ed Treviño, Luciano Cigars

Prime Time Special Edition 142 Audio: Rafael Nodal, Tabacalera USA/Aging Room Cigars

Prime Time Special Edition is back, and tonight we are honored to welcome back the one and only Rafael Nodal. He is the Director of Product Capability for Tabacalera USA, and the co-founder of Aging Room Cigars.

Bear and Coop will smoke the new Aging Room Nicaragua Quattro Sonata – it’s the sequel to the highly acclaimed Aging Room Nicaragua Quattro. We’ll get the details on this project and plenty of the other “Great Things” happening at Tabacalera USA including another sequel, the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Diamante – and barber poles!

Bear is back from Europe and will get him to weigh in on some PCA thoughts in our second segment.

Finally, we have our United Cigars Presidents, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening, and Espinosa Today in Sports History segments! We will also bring a special “Ties The Bind” segment to tonight’s show!

References

• Young Innovater Fights to Make Economy Class More Spacious With Wild Double-Decker Aircraft Seats
• Houston Elephants Do Yoga 7-days a Week to Stay Flexible and Healthy

Prime Time Special Edition 142: Rafael Nodal, Tabacalera USA/Aging Room Cigars

Prime Time Special Edition is back, and tonight we are honored to welcome back the one and only Rafael Nodal. He is the Director of Product Capability for Tabacalera USA, and the co-founder of Aging Room Cigars.

Bear and Coop will smoke the new Aging Room Nicaragua Quattro Sonata – it’s the sequel to the highly acclaimed Aging Room Nicaragua Quattro. We’ll get the details on this project and plenty of the other “Great Things” happening at Tabacalera USA including another sequel, the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Diamante – and barber poles!

Bear is back from Europe and will get him to weigh in on some PCA thoughts in our second segment.

Finally, we have our United Cigars Presidents, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening, and Espinosa Today in Sports History segments! We will also bring a special “Ties The Bind” segment to tonight’s show!

References

• Young Innovater Fights to Make Economy Class More Spacious With Wild Double-Decker Aircraft Seats
• Houston Elephants Do Yoga 7-days a Week to Stay Flexible and Healthy

The Smoking Syndicate x El Oso Fumar Takes – Tatuaje Avion 13 Tuxtla (Audio)

The Smoking Syndicate teams up with El Oso Fumar Takes to review the Tatuaje Avion 13 Tuxtla. This is an edited version of the live show that was showcased on El Oso Fumar Takes Episode #252 on Facebook.

• Wrapper:  Mexican San Andres
• Binder:  Double Nicaraguan
• Filler:  Nicaraguan
• Country of Origin:  Nicaragua
• Vitola:  Perfecto
• Size:  6 7/8 x 52
• MSRP: $12.50
• Factory:  My Father Cigars SA

Final Score:

• Ben – 90
• Bear – 89

The Smoking Syndicate x El Oso Fumar Takes – Tatuaje Avion 13 Tuxtla

The Smoking Syndicate teams up with El Oso Fumar Takes to review the Tatuaje Avion 13 Tuxtla. This is an edited version of the live show that was showcased on El Oso Fumar Takes Episode #252 on Facebook.

• Wrapper:  Mexican San Andres
• Binder:  Double Nicaraguan
• Filler:  Nicaraguan
• Country of Origin:  Nicaragua
• Vitola:  Perfecto
• Size:  6 7/8 x 52
• MSRP: $12.50
• Factory:  My Father Cigars SA

Final Score:

• Ben – 90
• Bear – 89

Prime Time Jukebox Episode 102 Audio: Personal Soundtracks

Inspired by Hector Alfonso, tonight Dave and Coop unveil what would be their Personal Soundtracks!

Both Dave and Coop take a different approach with the same goal – a soundtrack that best describes then. What’s different about this show is we talk about how the songs personally impact us.

Plus we have music news, cigar news, and the Developing Palates Review of the Week!

On this Episode Dave smokes the Liga Privada Dirty Rat and Coop smokes the AVO LE05 30 Years.

As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists:

• Episode 102 Playlist

References

• Urge Overkill Drummer John Rowan, Who Performed as Blackie Onassis, Has Died
• Foo Fighters’ Rescued: Healing Through Music
• Pride Month: Have a Happy Pride with these LGBTQIA+ Artists
• I Need This: 10 Collabs That Should be on Harry’s Next Record
• The Beatles will release a final record, using John Lennon's voice via an AI assist
• The Rolling Stones 'welcome Bill Wyman back to the band for first time in 30 years
• The Oscar Connecticut to Make Debut at 2023 PCA Trade Show
• Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co to Introduce 2012 by Oscar Sumatra at PCA 2023
• Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. to Introduce Leaf by Oscar 10th Anniversary Criollo
• Developing Palates: Team Cigar Review: Gurkha Ghost Connecticut Shadow 
• Tony Manero's Iconic Entrance

Prime Time Jukebox Episode 102: Personal Soundtracks

Inspired by Hector Alfonso, tonight Dave and Coop unveil what would be their Personal Soundtracks!

Both Dave and Coop take a different approach with the same goal – a soundtrack that best describes then. What’s different about this show is we talk about how the songs personally impact us.

Plus we have music news, cigar news, and the Developing Palates Review of the Week!

On this Episode Dave smokes the Liga Privada Dirty Rat and Coop smokes the AVO LE05 30 Years.

As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists:

• Episode 102 Playlist

References

• Urge Overkill Drummer John Rowan, Who Performed as Blackie Onassis, Has Died
• Foo Fighters’ Rescued: Healing Through Music
• Pride Month: Have a Happy Pride with these LGBTQIA+ Artists
• I Need This: 10 Collabs That Should be on Harry’s Next Record
• The Beatles will release a final record, using John Lennon's voice via an AI assist
• The Rolling Stones 'welcome Bill Wyman back to the band for first time in 30 years
• The Oscar Connecticut to Make Debut at 2023 PCA Trade Show
• Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co to Introduce 2012 by Oscar Sumatra at PCA 2023
• Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co. to Introduce Leaf by Oscar 10th Anniversary Criollo
• Developing Palates: Team Cigar Review: Gurkha Ghost Connecticut Shadow 
• Tony Manero's Iconic Entrance

Prime Time Episode 272 Audio: Media Panel #15 – PCA 2023 Edition

It’s the second installment of our four part 2023 PCA Pre-Game Series. Tonight it’s our annual panel discussion.  Aaron and Coop will be joined by John McTavish of Developing Palates, Erron Nielsen of Cigar Coop and the Smoking Syndicate, and being the independent voice of reason, Matt Tye of How Bout That Cigar. We will discuss all things PCA and all things media t PCA. You won’t want to miss this

Plus, we will have our Cattle Baron Steak Question of the Night, Tabacalera USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa Today in Sports History, and the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation segments.