A Summer BBQ Smoke

Cigar Reviewed: Kentucky Fire Cured

Smoked at: Willy's Cigars

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I lit up the Kentucky Fire Cured by Drew Estate—but a few minutes in, I was hooked. There’s something primal and nostalgic about that first wave of flavor: rich, smoky, and deeply satisfying. It instantly made me crave BBQ chicken, like I was sitting by a wood-fired pit on a summer evening.

Halfway through, the cigar shifted. The profile deepened, and the aftertaste became oddly familiar—lingering, almost haunting. Then it hit me: Ardbeg Uigeadail. If you’ve ever sipped that peaty, intense scotch, you’ll recognize the signature finish—earthy, smoky, and just a touch sweet. That same sensation danced on my palate as the cigar burned down.

This isn’t your typical stick. It’s bold, evocative, and unexpectedly complex. For anyone who enjoys a dram of Islay scotch and the comfort of hardwood smoke, the Kentucky Fire Cured is an experience worth savoring.