Two More Years in the Barn: King's Blood Adds Corona and Blood Drop
A Boutique Favorite Just Got Deeper
Since we first brought King's Blood to Mardo, it has been a heavy hitter. Customer demand has stayed strong, and we keep placing reorders to keep it in stock. That is not something we see with every new cigar brand.
Now Kenneth of Fanatix Cigar House is adding two new vitolas: the King's Blood Corona and the King's Blood Blood Drop. And here is the thing, they are not just new sizes.
AT A GLANCE
- Two new King's Blood vitolas from Kenneth of Fanatix Cigar House: the Corona and the Blood Drop.
- Built on the same 6 to 7 year aged tobacco as the original, plus two more years of aging in the Dominican Republic (about 8 to 9 years total).
- Corona: boxes of 25, $350 MSRP. Blood Drop: boxes of 25, $300 MSRP.
- Both ship October 30, 2026, and both are available at Mardo (not exclusive to us).
- Both are Mardo Money eligible.
What Kenneth Actually Did
Here is the part that makes these interesting. Kenneth did not just roll the existing King's Blood blend into two new shapes. He took the same 6 to 7 year aged tobacco that made the original work, and he gave it another two years of aging in the Dominican Republic.
Add it up and you are looking at roughly 8 to 9 years of aging in these cigars. That kind of patience is rare. It is exactly the sort of thing we respect in boutique cigar making, and it is why these two deserve more than a passing glance.
The two new vitolas
| King's Blood Corona | Box of 25 · $350 MSRP |
|---|---|
| King's Blood Blood Drop | Box of 25 · $300 MSRP |
| Blend base | Original King's Blood, 6 to 7 year aged tobacco |
| Extra aging | About 2 more years in the Dominican Republic (roughly 8 to 9 total) |
| Ships | October 30, 2026 |
| Availability | Available at Mardo · Mardo Money eligible · not exclusive |
What Kenneth Says to Expect
According to Kenneth, these two vitolas deliver even more flavor and complexity than the originals, showing the King's Blood blend at its fullest. He describes them as full-bodied, with rich chocolate, smooth creaminess, layered complexity and balanced spice.
We want to be clear about whose words those are. That profile is Kenneth's description, not a Mardo review. We have not sat down with the Corona and the Blood Drop ourselves yet, so we are not going to hand you tasting notes we have not earned.
Why King's Blood Earned Its Spot
King's Blood started with the Legacy and the Redemption, and it did not need hype to catch on. It sold. Then it sold again. We have placed repeat order after repeat order because customers keep coming back for it.
That track record is why these two additions matter to us. This is not a brand we are guessing on. King's Blood has already proven itself with our customers, and now we get to see where Kenneth takes it next.
Patience Over Hype
At Mardo, we are always drawn to boutique makers who care more about the tobacco than the calendar. Kenneth clearly did not rush these. He let the leaf age, and then he aged it some more.
That is the difference between a release with a real story and one built on marketing. The extra two years are the story here. They are a big reason the Corona and the Blood Drop deserve your attention.
It is also a smart way to grow a brand. Instead of chasing a dozen quick releases, Kenneth doubled down on what already worked. That is a quieter kind of ambition, and it tends to age well, pun intended.
Mardo's take
- We love seeing a brand we already believe in keep raising its own bar. King's Blood did not slow down. It got deeper. Taking proven tobacco and giving it two more years of aging is the kind of patient, deliberate move we respect in boutique cigars.
- Is it worth it? If you already enjoy King's Blood, these are an easy yes to try, especially at a shop like ours where you can earn Mardo Money on them. If you are new to the brand, the Corona is a friendly way in, and the Blood Drop gives you a perfecto shape to play with.
- One honest note: the chocolate, cream and spice are Kenneth's descriptions, not our verdict. We have not reviewed these yet. What we can vouch for is the brand's track record with our customers and the care that clearly went into the aging.
Get King's Blood at Mardo
Both new vitolas ship October 30, 2026, and both are available through us, though they are not exclusive to Mardo. If you have been curious about this brand, this is a good moment to jump in. You can also explore more boutique cigars and Dominican cigars while you are here.
King's Blood isn't slowing down.
Shop the Corona, the Blood Drop and the original King's Blood at Mardo.
Shop King's BloodThe Next Chapter
King's Blood is not slowing down. It is evolving. Two more years of aging, two new vitolas, and Kenneth still refining his craft. For a boutique brand that already won over our customers, the Corona and the Blood Drop are a strong next chapter.
So we will ask you this: have you smoked King's Blood yet, and are you more curious about the Corona or the Blood Drop? Tell us where you land, because we will be stocking both.
Mardo Cigars sells premium tobacco products intended for adults 21 and older. Please enjoy responsibly.
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