Discover the Legacy of Topper 1894 Cigars.
Topper 1894 Cigar… featured in
The Blaze Report.
Brand Profile:
Topper Cigar is the oldest family-owned cigar company in the United States with continuous operations since 1894. The classic American cigar brand has been producing quality natural leaf cigars at a value price point for 130 years. A fourth-generation family-owned business; Topper Cigar is based in Southington Connecticut and its products are available across the US.
Topper Cigar proudly announces the launch of its latest product, the Topper 1894 cigar line, commemorating 130 years of excellence and heritage as Topper Cigar is revealed as the oldest family-owned cigar company in the United States.
Rooted in the recent discovery of historical documents by Chris Topper, the fourth-generation steward of this iconic American cigar brand, it has been revealed that the company’s inception traces back to the year 1894. This finding establishes Topper Cigar as the longest-standing family-owned cigar company in America. To honor this legacy and mark the company’s 130th anniversary, Topper Cigar is launching a new line: Topper 1894.
The Topper 1894 cigar line embodies the essence of tradition and craftsmanship that defines Topper Cigar. Meticulously handcrafted, each cigar is a testament to the brand’s enduring and uncompromising commitment to quality. This new offering is comprised of Habano seed tobacco grown in the U.S., and U.S. seed tobacco grown in the Dominican Republic.
Vitola (Size):
6” x 44
Wrapper:
Pennsylvania Habano
Binder:
Undisclosed
Filler:
Dominican Broadleaf / Undisclosed
Topper Cigars
Pairs Perfectly With:
brugal 1888 rum.
Harnessing over 130 years of rum making expertise, Brugal created 1888, an exceptional double-aged Dominican rum, regarded as one of the world’s best. 1888 is first matured in American oak casks, followed by a second maturation in Spanish oak casks. This extensive maturation process creates a sophisticated rum with a complex, rich and beautifully balanced flavor profile of toffee, vanilla, peach, cocoa and cloves. Like the world’s finest whiskies, Brugal 1888 was crafted to be sipped neat, but is equally great enjoyed over frozen coconut water ice, or in a spirit-forward cocktail like the Old Fashioned..
Photo and Review credits: M. “Joe” Gooch
The Blaze Report:
Appearance:
This cigar had a nice oily brown wrapper that was smooth to the touch with a mild earthy and cocoa aroma on the pre-light with a touch of peppery notes. Just the right amount of visible veins and seams.
1st Third:
An incredible smooth draw with the slightest resistance delivered full flavored smoke right away. There was a mouthwatering creamy texture with some that linger on the finish. The cigar had a slow and very even burn, producing a dense, light gray ash.
2nd Third:
Very nice amounts of tobacco notes up front with peppery spices in the nose and on the finish were developing. Creamy texture on the palate with spiciness in the smoke, especially through the nose. Flavors and aroma continued to develop and lingered on the finish and had a very enticing character with light consistent spices.
Final 3rd:
Flavor continued to develop and intensify, delivering a very rich and full flavored, luring characters. The aroma and flavor continued to develop with some woody notes that developed later on. Very rich character overall.
Making the Grade
Final Thoughts:
Outstanding construction with a slow and ever burn that produced a dense, tight gray ash. Medium-full flavors and a very aromatic and luring aroma. Overall an extremely well made complex cigar that delivered great flavor and balance. A full rich cigar with an exceptional aroma. A delicious cigar with a great aroma that wouldn’t let up.
- Was this cigar a good buy? Yes
- Does it have complexity? Yes
- Did the cigar produce spice? Yes
- Would you smoke this cigar again? Yes
- Did the flavors match the description? Yes
- Did the taste transition as you smoked it? Yes
- Did the strength match the description? Medium-Plus
- How consistent was the strength level? Overall Smooth
- Did you enjoy the aroma of the cigar while smoking? Yes
- What makes this cigar different or special? Tobacco Flavors
Final Grade
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