Reviews by Kyle O.

I went into this cigar completely blind, not knowing a damn thing about what I was about to light up, and it paid off. It essentially felt like cracking open a mystery box, and what I got in return was a cigar that actually lived up to its lore.
Right away, what caught my attention was the licorice red band that twisted up the cigar like a snake, boldly carrying the name Fratello. Now I will be honest, the Habano wrapper really wasn’t a selling point for me. It’s just not my go-to preference. Still, that unique presentation and raw curiosity really were enough to get me to clip a little off the cap and torch the foot without reluctance.
From the initial draw, I was greeted with nutty and cedar notes that are great indicators for me. It was one of those moments when the stars aligned. Not only was there mystery behind this cigar, but it was already delivered on the type of profile I looked for early on. Naturally, I reached for my phone and started digging into the brand to see what I was dealing with here.
That’s when things took an unexpected turn. Lo and behold, the backstory was out of this world, literally. The man behind Fratello, Omar de Frias, actually came from NASA. That alone added a whole new layer to the experience. You’re not just puffing away on a cigar anymore; you’re holding a piece of something built by someone who helped explore the final frontier. It’s a wild crossover, and honestly, it made the whole thing even more enjoyable.
Back to the cigar itself, the burn was solid, holding a clean and impressive ash throughout. However, I did pick up on a slight bitterness during the first portion that didn’t click for my taste. It lingered just enough to bother me, though it wasn’t overwhelming. The good news is that as the cigar dwindled, it began to smooth out. By the second half, it settled into a more balanced state, bringing on hints of leather layered with a subtle creaminess that rounded out the rest of the cigar pretty well.
As I wrapped this cigar up, scrolling through articles, browsing through their website, and even watching a quick documentary, it all came together. Fratello isn’t just another cigar brand trying to make some noise. It’s genuinely fascinating, with a story that stands apart from the rest. 
Overall, this is worth trying, especially if you enjoy cigars that evolve and carry a story with them. While it wasn’t perfect from start to finish, it delivered a unique experience that I can look back too fondly. I’ll definitely be diving deeper with what Fratello has to offer, likely doing it the right way. With my feet kicked up, my head tilted back, and as puffs of smoke plume above into the starry night sky.

Listen up. I am not one to lean toward a Corojo wrapped cigar, heck, even a box-press, but let me tell you, the Liga Privada H99 Churrasco flipped my perspective. The first thing that grabbed my attention was the color of this wrapper, a rich crimson tint with a hue of deep chocolate brown. This, plus the beautiful cedar-lined box, had me entranced and ready to dive in and give it a shot. No regrets here.

The initial draw made me realize how toothy the wrapper was, which had me anticipating all the layers to those flavorful natural oils. Spoiler alert, the Churrasco smoothly delivers. Right from the start, I was puffing away on a variety of flavors like cedar, deep cocoa, and a slight peppery kick that lingered on the back of my tongue. After that I really didn't get notes of anything else, those several notes stayed consistent and pure. Which usually isn't my cup of tea, I prefer a creamy cigar with a spectrum of flavorful notes. But for some reason, I kept picking this bad boy up and have been craving my second cigar ever since. A small Corojo journey took me to a point where I have been now pining about Corojo wrapped cigars and even more so, the Liga Privada H99 Churrasco by Drew Estate.

This is one of those cigars an aficionado can appreciate, but it’s also approachable enough for someone who’s only had a couple cigars in their life. It layers nuanced flavors over a medium bodied profile, making it a standout cigar no matter where you are in your cigar journey.