WHAT'S IN MY CIGAR PACK DECEMBER 2021 – VIDEO RECAP | MY CIGAR PACK
A December Worth Slowing Down For
December has always carried a certain weight in the cigar world. It is the month when routines soften, schedules loosen, and cigars become less about checking boxes and more about marking moments. The December 2021 My Cigar Pack release leans fully into that spirit, offering a lineup designed to feel generous, layered, and reflective of the season.
This video recap walks through the full December selection, covering both the mild to medium pack and the medium to full pack. Rather than treating the cigars as isolated products, the conversation frames them as part of a broader experience, one shaped by balance, variety, and a clear intention to close out the year on a high note.
What makes this release stand out is not just the number of cigars included, but the way the selection moves across factories, styles, and flavor profiles without losing cohesion. December feels curated rather than crowded, and that sense of direction carries through the entire breakdown.
Opening the Box With Purpose
The episode begins with a simple promise. This is not about filler or theatrics, it is about getting straight to what subscribers actually want to know. What is in the December pack, and why it matters.
At the center of every December 2021 pack is a shared inclusion that bridges all strength profiles. The Makerspace Factory Direct cigar appears across the board, setting a common baseline for the month. From there, each pack branches out to reflect different preferences, while still maintaining a sense of seasonal continuity.
This structure reflects one of My Cigar Pack’s core strengths. Even when packs differ by strength, there is always a shared thread that keeps the community experience intact.
Makerspace Factory Direct: The Common Ground
The Makerspace Factory Direct cigar anchors the December release. This is a My Cigar Pack house product, and for December it receives a special treatment. Factory Direct subscribers receive five robustos, fully banded, marking a shift from previous presentations.
These cigars are produced at Leo Reyes Factory, reinforcing the project’s connection to established manufacturing roots. The blend is described clearly, featuring a Jalapa wrapper from Nicaragua, a Dominican binder, and a mix of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. Additional aging is noted, and the smoking experience is framed around brightness and structure.
Flavor impressions focus on citrus and oak, with a zesty quality that moves back and forth throughout the smoke. Rather than overpowering the palate, the cigar is positioned as engaging and dynamic, offering enough variation to stay interesting without demanding too much attention.
This cigar appears in different formats across packs, including a pyramid shape for the mild to medium lineup. The consistency of the blend across formats helps reinforce its role as the foundation of the month.
Mild to Medium: A Thoughtful Balance
The mild to medium pack opens with an intentional nod to approachability. December can be indulgent, but not every cigar needs to be heavy to feel celebratory. This selection focuses on nuance, comfort, and versatility, making it well suited for a wide range of smoking moments.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co.
Perla del Mar Maduro
The Perla del Mar Maduro brings history into the mix. A revival of an old Cuban brand, this cigar carries weight without leaning into excess. The thick Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper sets expectations visually, but the experience itself is framed as medium bodied rather than overpowering.
The binder and fillers are described as Nicaraguan, sourced from multiple growing regions. Flavor impressions center on chocolate, coffee, cocoa, and cream, delivering richness without crossing into heaviness. The cigar is positioned as morning friendly, even for smokers who prefer to ease into the day.
J.C. Newman’s long standing presence in the industry adds confidence to this inclusion. It represents reliability and continuity, qualities that resonate strongly in a year end pack.
Warped Cigars
Chinchale
Chinchale marks an important moment for Warped Cigars. Produced at Calera La Isla in the Dominican Republic, this cigar represents the brand’s first Dominican focused project. The name itself references Cuban slang for a small factory, an intentional nod to scale and craftsmanship.
The wrapper is identified as Ecuadorian Habano, with binder and fillers sourced entirely from the Dominican Republic. The conversation highlights the diversity of microclimates within the Cibao Valley, and how that diversity influences the blend.
Flavor impressions are broad and layered. Fruity, leathery, woody, and smoky elements are all mentioned, creating a profile that feels exploratory rather than linear. The cigar is framed as easygoing and highly compatible with coffee, reinforcing its role as a versatile daily smoke.
Warped Cigars
La Hacienda First Growth
Warped appears again with La Hacienda First Growth, a sequel to the original La Hacienda release. This version uses the same core blend, featuring Criollo and Corojo fillers, but with higher primings selected.
The discussion emphasizes that higher primings bring more than just added strength. They introduce deeper complexity, with roasted, fruity, and pepper driven notes becoming more prominent. While this cigar might typically be considered full bodied, its size and balance place it comfortably within the mild to medium category for December.
This inclusion reinforces a theme seen throughout the pack. Strength is contextual, and balance often matters more than labels.
Villiger Cigars
La Libertad
La Libertad closes out the mild to medium selection. This cigar represents a refreshed release within Villiger’s portfolio, now produced under the company’s own processes rather than external arrangements.
The blend features fillers from Estelí and Jalapa, with Dominican and Nicaraguan leaves used for binding and wrapping. Flavor impressions lean toward fruity, peppery spice, continuing the seasonal trend toward sweetness and warmth.
The cigar is described as large but easy smoking, pairing well with lighter beverages such as light bodied beer. Particular attention is given to the aroma at the foot, noted for its raisin like quality. This sensory detail reinforces the idea that December cigars should engage before the first draw even begins.
Medium to Full: Turning Up the Volume
The medium to full pack builds on the shared Makerspace inclusion and then moves into deeper, bolder territory. This is where richness, intensity, and classic heavy hitters come into play, without abandoning balance or structure.
Makerspace Factory Direct
As with the mild to medium pack, the Makerspace Factory Direct cigar serves as a bridge. Its presence here reinforces continuity across the subscriber base and ensures that every pack shares at least one common experience.
Quesada Cigars
Casa Magna Liga F
Liga F introduces a more assertive profile. Produced by Quesada, this release is described as intentionally strong, both in concept and execution. The name itself is playful, with multiple interpretations offered, but the goal is clear. This is a cigar meant to deliver impact.
The wrapper is identified as Ecuadorian Corojo, with a Dominican binder and a blend of Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers. Flavor impressions focus on savory elements. Barbecue, leather, black pepper, smoked wood, and caramelized sweetness on the retrohale are all mentioned.
The experience is likened to standing near a grill, surrounded by smoke, meat, and heat. This vivid analogy helps anchor the cigar within a familiar sensory landscape.
Arturo Fuente
Reserva Carlos Fuente
Few cigars carry the same recognition as Reserva Carlos Fuente. Presented here in robusto format, this inclusion needs little introduction within the industry.
The cigar features an authentic Cameroon wrapper, a material described as increasingly scarce. That scarcity adds to the cigar’s prestige, but the focus remains on experience rather than rarity for its own sake.
Flavor impressions include nutty, leathery, and sweet Dominican tobacco notes, accented by the Cameroon wrapper’s roasted honey aroma. The cigar’s reputation as an industry favorite is reinforced by its long standing presence among both consumers and publications.
Cavalier Genève
Black Series II
Cavalier Genève brings visual flair alongside substance. Known for incorporating gold into its bands, the Black Series II arrives in a thick robusto format.
The wrapper is identified as Mexican San Andrés, with Nicaraguan tobaccos used beneath. Flavor impressions focus on leathery San Andrés character paired with spicy, earthy Nicaraguan notes.
The playful commentary around smoking up to the gold band underscores a recurring theme. Presentation matters, but it should never distract from the cigar itself. Here, the gold serves as a symbol of value rather than a gimmick.
Oliva Cigar Co.
Serie V Melanio
The December lineup concludes with a widely recognized favorite. The Oliva Serie V Melanio is framed as one of the most marketed cigars in the industry, a statement offered without criticism. Visibility, in this case, is tied to consistent quality.
This box pressed Nicaraguan cigar is described through coffee driven flavor impressions. Roasted bean, green bean, sweet coffee, and smoky undertones define the experience. Rather than over explaining, the cigar is allowed to speak for itself.
Its inclusion as the final cigar reinforces the strength of the December pack. Ending with a familiar and respected release provides a sense of closure and confidence.
A Seasonal Through Line
Across both packs, a pattern emerges. Fruity notes, sweetness, warmth, and approachability appear again and again. This is not accidental. December is framed as a time for generosity and comfort, and the selection reflects that mood.
Rather than pushing extremes, the lineup emphasizes enjoyment. Even the bolder cigars are described in terms of flavor and aroma rather than brute strength. This creates a cohesive experience that feels intentional rather than scattered.
What This Selection Says About My Cigar Pack
December 2021 highlights My Cigar Pack’s ability to balance education with enjoyment. The video does not simply list cigars. It contextualizes them, explaining why each inclusion belongs where it does.
There is also a clear respect for the audience. Subscribers are trusted to appreciate nuance, to notice differences between similar blends, and to engage with the cigars on their own terms.
By combining house products, established classics, and boutique releases, the pack reflects the diversity of the premium cigar landscape without overwhelming the smoker.
Closing the Year With Intention
The December 2021 My Cigar Pack release feels like a deliberate pause before turning the page. It acknowledges the year that was, celebrates the season at hand, and sets the stage for what comes next.
For subscribers, it offers variety without confusion, richness without excess, and familiarity alongside discovery. For the broader cigar community, it serves as a reminder that thoughtful curation can elevate even the most crowded month on the calendar.
As the year comes to a close, this selection invites smokers to slow down, light up, and enjoy the moment. That, more than anything else, captures the spirit of December.