{"id":74508,"date":"2026-01-26T11:58:50","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cigarjournal.com\/?p=74508"},"modified":"2026-01-26T11:58:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:58:50","slug":"cigar-journals-top-25-new-cigars-of-2025-25-to-20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cigarjournal.com\/de\/cigar-journals-top-25-new-cigars-of-2025-25-to-20\/","title":{"rendered":"Cigar Journal’s Top 25 New Cigars of 2025: #25 To #20"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today we are revealing the six cigars ranking from positions 25 to 20.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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#25 | EGM Cigars Empyrean Line Heraldos<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Nutty in the cold draw, this cigar also offers nutty and earthy aromas in the first few draws, along with a slight bitterness. Cedar wood and honey sweetness \u2013 but always accompanied by nutty notes \u2013 complement the flavor from the second half onwards. \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> Chaveta SA \/ EGM Cigars
\nFactory:<\/b> <\/span>ABAM SA<\/span>
\nOrigin:<\/b> Dom. Rep.
\nWrapper:<\/b> Dom. Rep.
\nBinder:<\/b> Dom. Rep.
\nFiller:<\/b> Dom. Rep.
\nStrength:<\/b> 5 (of 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 130 x 21.8 | 5 1\/8 x 55
\nReleased:<\/b> 2925<\/span><\/p>\n

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#24 | Black Label Trading Co. Eletto Parejo<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Lots of wood, bread spice, and cloves in the nose, then, on the palate, close-meshed, dense smoke with bold tannins and some acidity. Towards the end, fresh pepper and salted cashews round off the overall experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> Black Label Trading Company
\nFactory:<\/b> Fabrica Oveja Negra
\nOrigin:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nWrapper:<\/b> USA
\nBinder:<\/b> Ecuador
\nFiller:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nStrength:<\/b> 6 (von 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 114 x 20.6 | 4 1\/2 x 52
\nReleased:<\/b> 2025<\/span><\/p>\n

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#23 | Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf International Edition Toro<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

A mild start with gentle notes of spice, then this perfectly constructed Toro soon gains strength \u2013 brown sugar, dark chocolate, and toasted bread, yet it is sweet and spicy and wonderfully balanced.<\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> Aganorsa Leaf
\nFactory:<\/b> Aganorsa Leaf
\nOrigin:<\/b> Nicaragua.
\nWrapper:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nBinder:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nFiller:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nStrength:<\/b> <\/span>6<\/span> (of 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 152 x 19.8 | 6 x 50
\nReleased:<\/b> 2024<\/span><\/p>\n

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#22 | K by Karen Berger Ixtelli Toro<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This cigar begins with a greenish spiciness, with herbal notes accompanying the oak. The aromas are reminiscent of plantains, fresh grass, and raw walnuts. The finish has the delicately bitter taste of cocoa and espresso.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> Don Kiki Cigars
\nFactory:<\/b> Esteli Cigars S.A.
\nOrigin:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nWrapper:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nBinder:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nFiller:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nStrength:<\/b> 6 (von 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 152 x 20.6 | 6 x 52
\nReleased:<\/b> 2025<\/span><\/p>\n

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#21 | El Titan de Bronze Redemption Robusto<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This cigar scores points with spices, cocoa, earth, and some dark chocolate. It burns perfectly and holds its ash well. There is cinnamon, espresso, and a little black pepper and nutmeg.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> Sandra Cobas
\nFactory:<\/b> El Titan de Bronze
\nOrigin:<\/b> USA
\nWrapper:<\/b> Ecuador
\nBinder:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nFiller:<\/b> Nicaragua
\nStrength:<\/b> 6 (of 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 127 x 19.8 | 5 x 50
\nReleased:<\/b> 2024<\/span><\/p>\n

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#20 | West Tampa Tobacco Company Circle of Life Toro<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Tasting notes:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Dried fruit, orange peel, and vanilla form a pleasing undertone throughout the entire smoking experience. Added to the dark chocolate, leather, and roasted aromas is a nice salty-peppery kick at the end.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Owner:<\/b> West Tampa Tobacco Company
\nFactory:<\/b> Casa Carrillo
\nOrigin:<\/b> Dom. Rep.
\nWrapper:<\/b> Ecuador
\nBinder:<\/b> Ecuador
\nFiller:<\/b> Dom. Rep.,Nicaragua
\nStrength:<\/b> 6 (of 10)
\nSize:<\/b> 152 x 21.4 | 6 x 54
\nReleased:<\/b> 2025<\/span><\/p>\n

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