If there’s one wrapper that Drew Estate undoubtedly knows how to work with, it’s Maduro. Featured on the original Undercrown, as well as their world-famous Liga Privada lines, these guys have been slinging full-bodied, Maduro wrapped blends for as long as I can remember… Today, a new contender for the DE throne enters the ring – Factory Smokes Maduro, a bundled product that delivers the excellent flavor you’d expect from a Jonathan Drew release at a most wallet-friendly price tag.
Offered up in four different sizes, Factory Smokes Maduro features a dark and oily wrapper overtop Indonesian binder. And let’s get one thing clear — these aren’t 2nds or Fumas. This is a blend specifically designed and crafted to innovate in the bundled space. The best cigar I’ve found par none for yard work or BBQ’ing, each Factory Smokes Maduro delivers a nice balance of espresso, dark chocolate, and slight black pepper at one helluva nice bargain.
The construction of the Maduro wasn’t great. I punch my cigars. The cap fell off every time, leaving the end to fray and fall apart. I recommend a full cut with the Maduro. I ordered the Connecticut, the Sweets and the Maduro. I had no issues with the others. All good smokes, especially for the price. I will be ordering more.
5 out of 5
I’ll be buying more.
Feb 12, 2019
Good flavor, great bang for your buck.
3 out of 5
Good everyday smoke
Feb 04, 2019
Good everyday smoke
5 out of 5
Awesome deal
Feb 02, 2019
Fantastic cigar for the price. Perfect for when I'm working at the fire dept and might have to put it down for a call, instead of having to put down a pricey cigar. Good flavor, good draw. Will buy again.
5 out of 5
very good
Jan 31, 2019
very good
5 out of 5
Factory smokes
Jan 09, 2019
Good taste, nice burn, good daily smoke
5 out of 5
I like 'em
Jan 06, 2019
Great Smoke. Good taste.Great Price. A little loose and definitely a "V" cut is best. Will buy again
2 out of 5
Fair at best
Jan 06, 2019
Fair at best
4 out of 5
Likes them
Jan 05, 2019
Very pleased. Great taste. A bit loose but a great buy. saw me thru a few good Bowl games and a whole lotta bad ones. Will buy again
4 out of 5
Surprise!
Jan 04, 2019
Not really a surprise since it is a Drew Estate but this has become one of my favorite everyday cigars.
5 out of 5
Good smoke
Jan 04, 2019
I love these cigars. Not to light not to strong just right and a Great burn!!!
5 out of 5
Factory Smokes
Jan 02, 2019
Excellent cigar. Good taste, good draw, and burns evenly. I smoke the generic maduro and it is everybit as good as the brand name cigar. I highly recommend it.
5 out of 5
Great everyday smoke
Jan 02, 2019
They are very similar to an Undercrown Maduro with a little more crudeness to the taste. I only smoke them if I want a cigar while I’m driving or working in the garage. They serve the purpose I hired them for! :)
5 out of 5
Great smoke
Jan 02, 2019
Burns even, nice mild smoke!
5 out of 5
Very nice. Should of bought
Jan 01, 2019
Very nice. Should of bought more!
4 out of 5
Factory smokes pass the test
Dec 31, 2018
Good burn. These are some Dandy's for the buck
3 out of 5
Good smoke for the price
Dec 30, 2018
Good smoke for the price
4 out of 5
Pretty good smoke, great price.
Dec 29, 2018
A tasty smoke, burns a little too quickly for me because of it's loose construction. I really do like the taste but more importantly, how can you ever beat the price of this everyday working stiff's cigar? You cant!
5 out of 5
danno cigar man
Dec 27, 2018
first review on this cigar smoked two so far and they are great for the money mmmmmmm hints of coffee and chocolate great draw smokes well burns slow has quite a kick will buy again an will recommend this yummy cigar
3 out of 5
Not a bad inexpensive smoke
Dec 27, 2018
Not a bad inexpensive smoke
4 out of 5
Smooth easy cigar
Dec 26, 2018
Smooth easy cigar
5 out of 5
WOW
Dec 19, 2018
EUREKA! Rejoice Blue & White collar men of work. This new Drew Estate release entering the sub-$2 stick market is such a surprise. Freshness, flavors of chocolate & smoke abound. What really stands out is how fresh these are ready to deliver a fine experience right out of the bundle as one would expect with a much higher priced DE cigar.They'll even cure the common cold, well maybe not - nothing does! Ready to try the Sun Grown. Enjoy.
5 out of 5
Great cigar
Dec 14, 2018
Great cigar
4 out of 5
Smokes Maduro
Dec 12, 2018
They were very satisfying .
4 out of 5
Great smoke for the price
Dec 10, 2018
This is my daily smoke. they burn even and taste good enough for me while out in the field working or outside at home doing yard work. I have ordered about 4 packs of these and will be getting more soon. At this price it can't be beat and do recommend giving it a shot.
3 out of 5
Fair
Dec 10, 2018
The cigars are ok.
5 out of 5
Drew Estate Factory Smokes
Dec 09, 2018
Superior smoke. Worth every penny
Exquisite taste.
5 out of 5
I like ‘em
Dec 08, 2018
Great taste and smooth to the last puff
5 out of 5
Great: New Daily
Dec 08, 2018
Wish I could work in the factory. Even burn, great taste, priced right.
4 out of 5
Great price
Dec 07, 2018
Good cigar, well constructed, even burn, easy draw, medium bodied smoke. About what I would expect from Drew Estates higher end cigars. Only knock is last third of stick gets a bit harsh if smoked hard
4 out of 5
Impressed
Dec 06, 2018
Thought i would gives these a try and glad i did. Good smoke and good price.
5 out of 5
Great
Dec 06, 2018
Great cigar for the price. Nice and smooth with plenty of flavor. Like sipping on some hot chocolate.
4 out of 5
good flavor, rough mouth feel
Dec 03, 2018
it's a good value - the smoke is flavorful and the burn is fairly consistent - i've been through 4 bundles i think, and all had a good draw. the wrapper is a bit rustic for my liking. not so nice in the mouth. they tend to get smushy and unravel in the last 3rd
5 out of 5
Great cigar
Dec 03, 2018
Very nice stick. Smooth even burn, nice flavorful notes. Everything you expect from Drew Estate. Will definitely buy again.
3 out of 5
Decent smoke
Dec 01, 2018
This is a good cigar for what you have to pay for it. It’s not a Nica Rustica or a RP 1990 but will worth the price. I’ll buy again. You have to be realistic about gett ing what you pay for.
4 out of 5
Very enjoyable flavor
Nov 30, 2018
I love these things. Very enjoyable flavor. Got any bigger ring sizes?
3 out of 5
Great smoke
Nov 28, 2018
I think its pretty good, with hints of chocolate
4 out of 5
Great Smoke for the Price
Nov 16, 2018
I was very pleased with this cigar. I typically smoke the Kentucky- Fired Muwat, but wanted a more affordable daily smoke. Very good smoke for the price.
3 out of 5
Ok
Nov 09, 2018
These are tasty, but could be rolled a bit tighter. The head unravels on most of them too. Good yard work smoke
4 out of 5
Good for the money
Nov 06, 2018
Nice everday smoke. Smooth draw, nice flavor. Good construction
4 out of 5
Good, everyday cigar!
Nov 06, 2018
Clearly these aren't rolled with the same long pieces of tobacco, but the flavor and smoke is tasty and very similar to the long leaf maduro. These are great for an everyday smoke and much easier on the wallet.
5 out of 5
Dark Shark
Nov 06, 2018
What a great cigar. Slow and Steady burn, easy draw, great notes from start to finish. Guys on my annual golf trip loved them.
5 out of 5
Drew estate factory smokes
Nov 06, 2018
Absolutely awesome. Even better for the price value.
5 out of 5
Factory Smokes,Maduro..Drew Estates
Nov 04, 2018
Bought The Gordito,A Mild Tasting Maduro Wih A Surprisingly Easy Draw.
Very Good Taste And Well Constructed.Will Buy Again
4 out of 5
Good smoke for the price
Nov 03, 2018
Good smoke for the price
5 out of 5
Very good cigar
Nov 02, 2018
I am really glad that I ordered these cigars they have such big, rich and creamy smoke the flavors are very smooth nothing harsh or overwhelming they are now on my top five cigar list. Wow
4 out of 5
Surprised!!
Nov 01, 2018
Was pleasantly surprised by the quality and construction! The flavor, draw and burn were very good , great value!
4 out of 5
Very Smokable
Nov 01, 2018
This was quite a flavorful surprise for such a budget cigar. Great gar for hoofing it around the links. Be aware it is a short filler so there is the usual spitting with such fare. But a small price (no pun intended) to pay for a tasty number.
5 out of 5
Drew Estate Factory Smokes (Gordo)
Oct 31, 2018
I like them! They burn a little fast and the wrapper can be a little loose, a good flavored cigar! Over all, a great buy! I will definitely buy again.
4 out of 5
Nice smoke but burns fast.
Oct 31, 2018
Nice smoke but burns fast. Will but again
5 out of 5
New Cigar
Oct 26, 2018
Fantastic burn thanks Drew Estate
5 out of 5
DE Factory Smokes
Oct 25, 2018
This is a good cigar for the price. I differently was pleased
4 out of 5
Factory smokes
Oct 25, 2018
Nice flavor little loose wrap but burns good
4 out of 5
Nice Smoke,
Oct 23, 2018
Very good smoke, especially for the price.
4 out of 5
Good strong flavor
Oct 23, 2018
I bought these on a lark and they have turned out to be an amazing buy! The flavor is robust with a bit of spice at the end of the cigar. Definitely one that I will buy again.
4 out of 5
Decent smoke for the average Joe
Oct 22, 2018
Inconsistent ring size, otherwise we'll with the price.
5 out of 5
Great mild smokes, at a
Oct 22, 2018
Great mild smokes, at a great price!
4 out of 5
Nice flavor
Oct 22, 2018
The factory made maduro’s have a nice mild flavor with good burn time
5 out of 5
Pleasantly surprised
Oct 19, 2018
I purchased these gems because I was on a budget. I didn’t expect much but was looking for a bold smoke. I was pleasantly surprised at how good they are! Nice even burn, bold yet not overpowering. I’ll be buying them again and again.
4 out of 5
Factory Smokes Maduro
Oct 18, 2018
For the money this is a fantastic smoke. Great construction for a short filler cigar. I would compare this to the Nica Rustica or My Uzi Weighs a Ton. Hopefully they don't jack the price up on these.
4 out of 5
Factory Smokes
Oct 17, 2018
A full draw of good tasting smoke, great while I’m working in the shop or yard.
4 out of 5
A very good cigar
Oct 17, 2018
This cigar exceeded my expectations. I thought it would only be acceptable, but when I tried it, I realized that this cigar can not be considered just as from day to day, but that it exceeds that category because of the excellent construction, taste and price-quality.
5 out of 5
Drew Estate Factory Smoke
Oct 16, 2018
Gentleman it is tie to fill the Humidor. You no longer have to fear having a get together with friends, passing out expensive smokes only to find them not even smoked halfway when you cleanup! You can pass these out and they are great and they wont brake your bank!
3 out of 5
Nice
Oct 16, 2018
Lots of smoke but has nice flavor. Good every day smoke. Will buy more.
5 out of 5
Nice Maduro for the price.
Oct 16, 2018
Was excited to try these, and was not disappointed. The robustos is a good size, the burn was actually very good and dumped smoke like a No.9. Flavor is that of an Undercrown Maduro and a little Nica Rustica with a nice medium body.
4 out of 5
Budget smokes
Oct 15, 2018
Like the Maddie’s for the price. Don’t care for sungrown, they taste like a budget mixed filler stick..bland
4 out of 5
ITS A GOOD SMOKE.
Oct 14, 2018
Mild..
Burn is ok.
Light it up... everyday smoke!
5 out of 5
DE Factory Smokes Toro
Oct 13, 2018
This is a nice cigar for the price. Even burner, good "nose" and never got hot even to the last 2".
5 out of 5
Great Smoke for the Price
Oct 13, 2018
Great smoke for the price. Quality and taste far exceeds what you pay for.
5 out of 5
decent quality for a factory cigar
Oct 13, 2018
overall a really good cigar for the price point. Take the label off and you would think its a more expensive cigar.. This goes to prove you dont need to spend a lot for an enjoyable cigar..
5 out of 5
Really Enjoyed
Oct 12, 2018
Really Enjoyed
4 out of 5
Awesomeness
Oct 12, 2018
A great cigar with an awesome price.
5 out of 5
Good smoke for the price
Oct 11, 2018
The old saying is you get what you pay for, it’s no liga or undercrown but definitely a good $2 smoke
4 out of 5
My kind of smoke.
Oct 10, 2018
Premium cigar at a good price. Tried these because they're from Drew Estates and am really impressed. Good ash, flavor and burn. Just ordered my second batch.
2 out of 5
I will buy again only
Oct 10, 2018
I will buy again only if they are on sale
2 out of 5
Too loose
Oct 09, 2018
Flavor wise it is. Good gor its price , construction poor..
4 out of 5
A good, light smoke.
Oct 09, 2018
Picked up a couple of these at the store over the weekend. The wrapper is a beautifully colored dark chocolate, but has a rough appearence, andthe foot on both sticks I purchased has a definite outward bloom. I used a V groove cut, and the cap cut smoothly without flaking or cracking. The pre-light draw is smooth, if a bit loose, and has a pleasant flavor. The foot lit easily and had a consistent start. The first draw had a well-rounded but mild flavor (for a maduro, this stick is mild). The wrapper started to split in multiple places for about the first inch, after a few minute of smoking. Fortunately, this did not extend further than about a an inch and a half from the foot, and once the burn caught up, I had no further issues. In the last third of the stick, it became mushy to the touch, but maintained a good smoke and flavor. The stick lasted about 30 minutes.
4 out of 5
New favorite
Oct 09, 2018
Very bold and dark flavored. Burns fairly well all the way through and very affordable. My new go to cigar along with dark shark
5 out of 5
Great everyday every man's smoke!
Oct 08, 2018
As always Drew Estates delivers! Great smokes for everybody's price points. I'm smoking the maduro every day. Definitely stocking up the humidor.
5 out of 5
Amazing addition to the DE line!
Oct 05, 2018
JD is an amazing individual, and he has created yet another incredible gem! As someone that can appreciate the top end hand crafted smokes, yet has a budget that doesn't allow indulging upon $10+ sticks with regularity, allow me to say that he has knocked this one out of the flipping park! The Kuba Kuba has always been a gem to me, but this new selection is going to appeal to so many cigar lovers. Beautiful hand rolled stick with a Maduro wrapper, a sweet tip, and nuances to entice even those that can afford the higher priced selections. Great ash. This is a beautiful stick. If you can relate to anything I've written, gift yourself and order some of these tonight!
5 out of 5
Drew Estate Factory Smokes A++++
Oct 05, 2018
What a great smoke! Same Drew Estate quality at a super duper low price. Once you try it you’ll find yourself a new favorite. My new go to smoke!
4 out of 5
Good smoke
Oct 03, 2018
Med. body with descent flavor.
5 out of 5
Good value
Oct 03, 2018
I would rate these 5 stars based on price. They are a good smoke for the money.
3 out of 5
Just like other factory second's,
Sep 28, 2018
Just like other factory second's, half are good and half are smoke able. Some tight some loose. Some your spitting leaves/stems, some your blowing rings. I will buy again.
5 out of 5
Great
Sep 28, 2018
Great smoke my every day after work go to!
3 out of 5
Two weeks from now I'll leave another review
Sep 26, 2018
Need better quality control. Tried right off truck little mushy lit up tasted good minute later tasted bland minute later tasted good again.budget cigars is an oversaturated market drew estate should leave it alone. Not sure if I would buy again. Let you know in two weeks
5 out of 5
can't beat the price
Sep 24, 2018
Great cigar for the price.
5 out of 5
great for the price
Sep 23, 2018
Right off the truck, great cigar for the price. I am sure they will improve in the humidor. They are smooth with transitioning flavors.
4 out of 5
No disappointment here...
Sep 22, 2018
I reckon this is Drew Estate's offering into the world of blue collar cigar lovers. Since that's the world I live in (Patron pallet and Swisher Sweet budget) I feel I'm qualified to chime in. First, the price point can't be beat. Second, construction is excellent for a blue collar offering. The stick offers a good volume smoke and an after taste that doesn't need to be gargled away with bourbon. Actually paired quite nicely with a taste of Evan Williams Black. Burn was even, right down to the nub. The ash doesn't hold very tightly, but doesn't flake off and drift around my head either. The opening burn is a bit harsh, but settles down into an increasingly intense and nice smoke. Been smoking the CI Freash Rolled as my daily, but if the remaining sticks stay consistent, Factory Smokes will be replacing them. Ordering up the Sungrown next. Was expecting something nice from Drew Estate with this cigar...and they didn't disappointment me.
5 out of 5
HOW SWEET IT IS!
Sep 20, 2018
This is one of the greatest maduro cigars I have ever smoked! I do not usually buy sandwich cigars, but I had to try this one..And I am happy I did...It has a fantastic sweet taste that will please maduro cigar lovers.....And you can't beat the price....I hope Drew Estate keeps making this cigar and soon comes out with a long filler version so I won't have to keep spitting out the short filler bits in my mouth....
4 out of 5
Top shelf flavor with out the top shelf price
Sep 18, 2018
If you craving that maduro flavor but don't have full pockets give this one a try
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