Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Padron 1926 80th Anniversary Maduro Cigar Reviews
Cigar Command reviews the Padron 1926 80th Anniversary Maduro. (Feeling a bit jealous here!)
Cuban Cigars in L.A., What Could Be Easier?
James Suckling of Cigar Aficionado illustrates how easy it is to score a Cuban Partagas Serie D No. 4 in L.A. With video!
Felipe Gregorio Icon Einstein Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the Felipe Gregorio Icon Einstein. Wow, that is one crazy looking cigar!
Monday, May 19, 2008
Camacho Coyolar Puro Cigar Review
Cigar Jack reviews the Camacho Coyolar Puro. This one packs a wallop!
Oliva Serie V Torpedo Cigar Review and More
Tiny Tim reviews a bunch of cigars, including the Oliva Serie V Torpedo, as well as a bunch of others.
Old Henry Cigar Review
The Stogie Baby reviews the Old Henry. Hmm... Never heard of it. And a bull dog on the band?
Friday, May 16, 2008
Giant Cuban Cigar Doesn't Beat Record, Yet
The Telegraph reports that Cuban cigar roller Jose Castelar's attempt to win back the world record for longest cigar seems likely to fall short. Worth checking out for the video!
New Hampshire: To Tax Small Cigars As Cigarettes?
WBZ reports that a bill to tax small cigars "packaged like cigarettes" like cigarettes. Which means tacking on $1.08 to their purchase, if the bill passes the NH senate.
ITC Split Decision Double Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the ITC Split Decision Double. (We've heard nothing good about these.)
Free Coffee Samples!
Smoke Signals directs us to check out a variety of free coffee samples available from Starbucks, Seattles Best and others. (We put our orders in!) Note: We're a bit late in finding this, so the Dunkin Donuts offer has already expired.
The Australian Cigar Association
The Inlumino Cigar New Blog down in Australia points out a cigar website all Australian cigar smokers should check out: The Australian Cigar Association.
CAO Escaparate Costa Rica Cigar Review
Smoke Signals checks out the CAO Escaparate Costa Rica. We've never seen this one before!
Guide For Cigar Store Freeloaders Book Review
The Stogie Review checks out an interesting small book called the NACSF Guide For Cigar Store Freeloaders. A guide for freeloaders? Do they really need any help?
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Oliva Series G Cameroon Torpedo Cigar Review
The Velvet cigar reviews the Oliva Series G Cameroon Torpedo. Let's just say, Elvis wasn't impressed!
Lack of Cigar Selection in Caribbean
The Jones Catering blog laments the lack of availability of non-Cuban cigars in the Caribbean. As they point out, Cuban cigars do not trump the many non-Cubans cigars readily available in the U.S. automatically.
Flor de Oliva Gold
The Stogie Review reviews the Flor de Oliva Gold. We keep hearing great things about this budget smoke!
Cigar Alliance Podcast Episode 19
Episode 19 of the Cigar Alliance podcast is up. (if you haven't listened already!)
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Partagas Culebras Cigar Review
Cigar Bunch reviews the Partagas Culebra. (Which happens to be a featured image in their logo!)
Friday, May 2, 2008
New World Record Cigar Coming?
Cigar Cyclopedia reports that Cuban master cigar roller Jose "Cueto" Castelar is planning to roll a new world record length cigar. The length he has to beat? 65 feet.
JML 1902 Coronita Cigar Review
The Box Press reviews the JML 1902 Coronita.
Man, does The Box Press have the best cigar images or what? We recommend this blog if for no other reason than for the cigar porn!
Man, does The Box Press have the best cigar images or what? We recommend this blog if for no other reason than for the cigar porn!
Indian Tabac Super Fuerte Toro Maduro Cigar Review
Smoke Signals reviews Indian Tabac Super Fuerte Toro Maduro. (And drinks a Casa Blanca.)
Dogwatch Cigar Radio Episode 162
Episode 162 of Dogwatch Cigar Radio is available. Pete Johnson interview!
Friday, April 25, 2008
Black Cat Cigars vs. Don Pepin Garcia
The Stogie Guys, as the saying goes, aired some dirty laundry this week on their blog. In two posts on Don Pepin Garcia's decision to discontinue rolling the Black Cat Rey Miguel cigar line, Gary J. Arzt, a writer and friend of Pepin and Sam Driban Black Cat Cigars present point and counter point. Who's the bad guy? Gary thinks it's Black Cat, but Sam is saying Don Pepin is forgetting those that helped make him who he is now. Interesting read.
Hollywood vs. The Cigar Industry
The Stogie Review puts up an interesting post comparing Hollywood and the Cigar Industry. They make an interesting point: Hollywood could learn a thing or two from the Cigar Industry.
Flor de Oliva Robusto Cigar Review
Cigar Advisor reviews the Flor de Oliva Robusto.
We've been hearing a lot about these great bundle sticks recently.
We've been hearing a lot about these great bundle sticks recently.
Cuvee Blanc Salomon Cigar Review
Her Humidor reviews the Cuvee Blanc Salomon. (A great looking stick, and as we recall, an enjoyable smoke.)
Arganese Connecticut Ambassador Robusto Cigar Review
Cigar Command reviews the Arganese Connecticut Ambassador Robusto. We've been seeing a lot of Arganese cigar reviews recently!
New Cigar Shop Directory
Cigar Inspector announces the creation of a new cigar shop directory. This new directory allows users to submit the shop, a rating (thumbs up or thumbs down) and a short comment. Great idea!
Former Smokers Not Eligible For Heart Transplants
Tobacco Analysis reports that an anti-smoking nazi organization named Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) is calling for anyone who was once a smoker to be made ineligible for heart transplants! Their rationale for this ridiculous recommendation? "one in four heart transplant patients resume smoking after their operations..."
Monday, April 21, 2008
Nub Connecticut 460 Cigar Review
Cigar Jack reviews the Nub Connecticut 460. (He really likes that picture, doesn't he?)
Your Questions My Answers Episode 30 Lost Footage
Tom's Cigar Journal posts some comical footage that missed the cut in the final version of YQMA Episode 30. Includes an Opus X rant by a seasoned tobacconist.
2 Arganese Cigar Reviews
Cigar Advisor visits both the Arganese Connecticut Amabassador and the Maduro Chairman.
We've had a few of these smokes, and we give 'em a thumbs up! (We just wish they were a bit easier to find!)
We've had a few of these smokes, and we give 'em a thumbs up! (We just wish they were a bit easier to find!)
Outdoor Smoking Ban May Increase Kid's Secondhand Exposure
Tobacco Analysis reports that smoking bans in large areas of Berkeley, CA will push smokers indoors, and kids will breathe a lot more secondhand smoke as a result. There are always, always unintended consequences. Especially to stupid laws.
Primo del Rey Cazadores Maduro Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys take a quick look at the Primo del Rey Cazadores Maduro. It doesn't sound all that great...
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Rocky Patel Edge Sumatra Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the Rocky Patel Edge Sumatra. Nice cigar, but a little hard to track down!
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Sosa Cigar Review
Guatemalan Epicurean starts the morning off with a Sosa Cigar. It's hard to beat a cigar and a cup of coffee in the morning!
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Cigars Just A Guy Thing?
Cigar Advisor tackles the topics of sex and cigars. In our experience, cigars are not just a guy thing, we know of a lot of women who enjoy a fine cigar. And some, like Her Humidor, who also do a great job review them!
We'd like to raise a glass and a nice puff of premium tobacco smoke to the women who love cigars!
We'd like to raise a glass and a nice puff of premium tobacco smoke to the women who love cigars!
Equus Limited Ligero Cigar Review
Tom's Cigar Journal reposts a hidden gem of a cigar review that originally appeared on the Stogie Review. This video is very funny, and very recommended viewing.
Contest: Win a box of Jameson Petit Corona Cigars
Stogie Review is running a contest through the end of the month. Enter, and you can win a box of Jameson Petit Corona cigars.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Cigar Charity: Matt's Ride For Kids
Matt's Cigar Journal gives us an update on his fund raising efforts for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. It's a great cause, and if you donate, you're in a drawing for a box of fantastic cigars! Check it out.
Illusione ~cg:4~ Cigar Review
Matt's Cigar Journal reviews the Illusione ~cg:4~. Man, you just gotta love those Illusiones!
Indian Tabac Cameroon Legend Toro Grande Maduro
Tiny Tim continues to blaze through the cigars with his review of the Indian Tabac Cameroon Legend Toro Grande Maduro.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Padilla Obsidian Belicoso Cigar Review
The Velvet Cigar reviews the Padilla Obsidian Belicoso. This is a cigar that surprised us.
La Tradicion Cubana Deluxe Anniversary Corona Cigar Review
The Box Press reviews the La Tradicion Cubana Deluxe Anniversary Corona. Nice picture too, it'd make a great desktop wallpaper.
DogWatch Cigar Radio Episode 160
The latest episode of Dog Watch Cigar Radio is ready for your listening pleasure!
Fixing A Damaged Cigar
The Stogie Review shows you how to repair a damaged cigar with pectin. What's pectin? Check it out.
An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars Book Review
The Stogie Review checks out a must have cigar book for any Cuban cigar Enthusiast: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars.
Absolute Shows the U.S. A Big Middle Finger
Cigar Jack reports on something that boggles the mind: an advertisement that shows an "Absolut World" where Mexico owns the south western U.S. WTF?
Tobacco Advertising Snafu in B.C.
Cigar Beat reports the latest in the world-wide anti-tobacco insanity. This time in British Colombia.
Cuvée Blanc Robusto Cigar Review
World of Cigars reviews the Cuvée Blanc Robusto. We thought this was a great smoke also.
Cigar Spots: Plume (Bloom) or Mold?
Keepers of the Flame discusses the very good and the very bad when it comes to your cigar's wrapper.
Cigars And Marriage
Cigar Advisor tackles to the topic of "marrying" cigars. If you have no idea what we're talking about, you really should check out the article!
Good Cigar Deals
Cigar Beat lists a bunch of deals and sales out there for cigars. If you have a few extra bucks, and wanna save a few, check it out.
Xikar Defiance The Instigator Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the Xikar Defiance The Instigator. Wow, yet another smoke we've never heard of.
Macanudo Maduro Hyde Park Cigar Review
Tiny Tim reviews the Macanudo Maduro Hyde Park. (Funny, I think this is the first Macanudo review we've encountered since starting this little blog!)
New Cigars: Tobacconist Association of America Conference
David Savona of Cigar Aficionado discusses Tobacconist Association of America Conference and the new cigars he picked up at the show.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Drew Estate to Distribute Joya de Nicaragua
Cigar Aficionado reports: "Today in New York City, Joya de Nicaragua brand owner Alejandro Martinez-Cuenca and Drew Estate chairman and founder Jonathan Drew told Cigar Aficionado about Joya's five-year marketing and distribution deal with Drew Estate, which begins on April 25."
Freezing Cigars: Good or Bad Idea?
Cigar Advisor discusses the merits of freezing your cigars to beat the dreaded tobacco beetle.
Nub Cigar Event and Sam Leccia Interview
Cigar Jack interviews Sam Leccia of Nub cigars, and posts some pictures of a Nub cigar event he attended in Kentucky.
Nub Cigars Officially Launched
Cigar Command announces the official launch of the much anticipated Nub Cigars. Now we'll finally be able to try them out!
Cuvée Rouge Churchill Cigar Review
World of Cigars reviews the Cuvée Rouge Churchill. Add the Cuvée Rouge to the list of cigars we gotta try.
Arturo Fuente Anejo #77 Shark Cigar Review
In The Humidor review a Arturo Fuente Anejo #77 Shark. Man, oh, man are we drooling.
Tiny Tim's Weekend Cigar Review
Tiny Tim smokes up a storm again this past weekend with the Avo #2 Maduro, Rocky Patel Sungrown Toro, Camacho Coyolar Rothschild, Perdomo Reserve Ltd. Golf Double Eagle, Sancho Panza Extra Fuerte Madrid and Rocky Patel Vintage 90 Churchill.
La Flor Dominicana Cameroon Cabinet #1
The Stogie Review lights up a La Flor Dominicana Cameroon Cabinet #1. Another cigar we really enjoy.
Camacho 10th Anniversary Corojo Cigar Reviews
Cigar Jack links to a bunch of reviews of the new Camacho 10th Anniversary Corojo.
We really need to smoke this. Now that it's available, we've really got no excuse not to.
We really need to smoke this. Now that it's available, we've really got no excuse not to.
Cigar Bobken Cup Holder Ashtray Review
The Stogie Review checks out one of the weirdest looking ashtrays we've ever seen. But it sounds handy. Check out the Cigar Bobken Cup Holder Ashtray review. (We're not sure if we can bring ourselves to buy one.)
White Owl Sports Vanilla Cigar Review
Cigar Beat gives us all a good laugh by reviewing the White Owl Sports Vanilla. April Fools!
Smoking Bans Hurting Charities
The Velvet Cigar reports that smoking bans have hurt charities that benefit from gambling revenue.
Out For A Bit, Back Now
Sorry folks, due to illness, we've gotten a bit behind. After a regimen of heavy drinking, chain smoking and sleeping in, we're now back and in 100% form. Cigar headlines to follow.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Jose Marti Robusto Extra
Tiny Tim reviews Jose Marti Robusto Extra for Cigar Magazine! Nice gig, Tim!
Nat Sherman 1400 Series Omerta Cigar Review
Cigar Jack reviews another Nat Sherman: the 1400 Series Omerta. (Hmm, we think somebody loves them some Nat Sherman!)
Jameson Cigar Company Robusto Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the Jameson Cigar Company Robusto. Yet another cigar we've never heard of!
Cuban Wrapper Issues
Cigar Aficionado has an interesting discussion of the highs and lows of Cuban wrapper leaf.
Padron Serie 1926 No. 1 Maduro Cigar Review
Cigar Inspector smokes a Padron Serie 1926 No. 1 Maduro. We're drooling, we're not to proud to admit it.
El Mejor Emerald Torpedo Cigar Review
Cigar Jack lights up the El Mejor Emerald Torpedo. We've never had one of those, but it sounds like we'll have to now.
Smoking Bans: Fighting Back!
The Stogie Guys let us in on the story of some businessmen around the globe fighting for smoker's rights, in the face of legal and financial penalties. If you live near these folks, give 'em some business as a way of saying thanks.
Berkley to Ban Smoking OUTDOORS!!!
Tobacco Analysis blows our mind with a report that the city of Berkley approved an ordinance to ban smoking outdoors! What the heck?
Fuente Opus X Phantom Lancero Cigar Review
Cigar Jack has another guest review, this time of the Fuente Opus X Phantom Lancero.
Camacho Contest: Win $2,500 or a box of 10th Anniversaries!
If you haven't yet heard, Camacho is running a contest where you can win $2,500 in cash or possibly a box of the brand new Camacho Corojo 10th Anniversary.
New Cigar: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Hammer
Cigar Cyclopedia announces that Holt's is debuting a brand new La Flor Dominicana cigar.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Tabacos de la Cordillera Fundacion Ancestral Pinar del Rio 1941 Torpedo Cigar Review
Cigar Jack reviews a cigar with a name that's a real mouthful: the Tabacos de la Cordillera Fundacion Ancestral Pinar del Rio 1941 Torpedo. Say that three times quickly.
Indian Tabac Split Decision Quad Toro Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews a very unusual looking cigar, the Indian Tabac Split Decision Quad Toro. When was the last time you saw a cigar with 4 wrappers?
Stogie Baby Podcast: La Aroma De Cuba
The Stogie Baby launches it's inaugural podcast by checking out the La Aroma De Cuba.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Gran Habano Connecticut Robusto Cigar Review
Another guest cigar review at Cigar Jack's cigar blog. This time we take a look at the Gran Habano Connecticut Robusto.
Olor Del Cibao Cuban Seed Tequila
Cigar Command reviews the Olor Del Cibao Cuban Seed Tequila. Hmm. Never heard of that one before, but that tequila and cigar combination is intriguing.
False Second Hand Smoke Claim Corrected
Tobacco Analysis brings to our attention that an anti-smoking group has corrected their statement that a "half hour of secondhand smoke can cause atherosclerosis".
ITC 10th Anniversary Cigar Review
Cigar Jack reviews the ITC 10th Anniversary, and finds it to be pretty good in spite of not being a big Rocky Patel fan.
Stogie Review Contest: Enter Now!
The Stogie Review puts up a reminder of the numerous contests the blog is running. Now is a good time to enter to win some free cigars!
Beer Chips!
While not really related to cigars, Cigar Aficionado lets us in on a new creation of a crazy drunken Oregonian: Beer Chips. Man, we're starvin'. Mind sharin'?
Tiny Tim's Weekend Cigar Review
Tiny Tim reviews the Oliva Special S Diadema, Rocky Patel Edge Maduro toro, Montecristo Edmundo (Cuban), 601 Black Connecticut Torpedo and the Rocky Patel Vintage '92 Toro. Man, that's a lotta smokin'.
(We heard a rumor the Oliva Special S is going away. Now would be a good time to snag a few.)
(We heard a rumor the Oliva Special S is going away. Now would be a good time to snag a few.)
Dominican Republic Pro Cigar Festival Write Up
Doc Stogie Fresh writes up his experience at the first annual Dominican Republic Pro Cigar Festival.
Pairing Coffee and Cigars: Science or Serendipity?
The Stogie Review puts up a great essay on the pairing of coffee and cigars, written by none other than the Brian behind Black Dog Coffee.
Myth: Discovery Of Ancient Tobacco Leaves
The Stogie Guys say what we've thought all along. The story of a cigar manufacturer stumbling on a hidden supply of old leaves is bogus.
Arganese Uno Puro Cigar Review
The Velvet Cigar smokes the Arganese Uno. We've heard about these, but we didn't realize they were out already!
Cusano 18 Double Connecticut Cigar Review
Another Cigar Jack guest review: Cusano 18 Double Connecticut.
The Cigar Smoker’s Journey
Cigar Jack's got another guest cigar essay for you, this one titled "The Cigar Smoker’s Journey".
Camacho 10th Anniversary Corojo Torpedo Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys put up a quick write up of the Camacho 10th Anniversary Torpedo.
La Aurora Preferidos Cameroon Robusto Cigar Review
Cigar Jack's cigar blog puts up another guest review, this time of the La Aurora Preferidos Cameroon Robusto.
Dog Watch Cigar Radio Episode 158
The infamous Bob Duffy is back in the latest episode of Dog Watch Cigar Radio.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Cigar Q & A in Albany
The Times Union accurately reports that "Smoking cigars isn't the same as lighting up a cigarette. People see stogie smoking as an art and a hobby, says Scott Bendett, who owns Habana Premium Cigar Shoppe in Colonie and Schenectady."
Check out the questions and answers toward the end of the article.
Check out the questions and answers toward the end of the article.
Winston Churchill No. 10 Cigar Review
The Stogie Review lights up a cigar we haven't even seen around yet, but are very interested in trying out. Check out their review of the Winston Churchill No. 10.
Cigars and Statistics Quote
A quote from Smoke Ring: "Smoking is one of the leading causes of statistics." Well said.
We are reminded of another quote about statistics by Mark Twain: "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics." That last one could easily be "cigar statistics."
We are reminded of another quote about statistics by Mark Twain: "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics." That last one could easily be "cigar statistics."
Padilla Miami Cigar Review
The Stogie Review enjoys the complexities of the Padilla Miami in this cigar review.
Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill Cigar Review
The Box Press is absolutely killing us. This latest review of the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill features a beautiful picture of the cigar with the beach and waves in the background.
Camacho 1962 Robusto Cigar Reviews
Keepers of the Flame gives his standard in depth review of the Camacho 1962 Robusto.
Partagas Serie P No. 2 Cigar Review
The Box Press checks out the Partagas Serie P No. 2 while lounging in Bermuda. Man we're jealous.
Padron 1926 80 Years Cigar Review
Inlumino Cigar News, our favorite cigar blog from "Down Unda" reviews the Padron 1926 80 Years. We're drooling.
Cuban Cohiba Siglos III Cigar Review
Her Humidor lights up a Cuban Cohiba Siglos III. "The finish of this cigar just goes on forever." Man that sounds good right now.
DIY Network: Make Your Own Cigar Sanctuary
We'd really like to thank Cigar Beat for find this for us. The DIY Network is running a special on converting you spare room into a place to enjoy a fine cigar.
Arturo Fuente Double Chateau Sun Grown Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys light up an Arturo Fuente Double Chateau Sun Grown.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Arganese Double Wrap Chairman Cigar Review
The Stogie Review celebrates the return of one of it's founding members with a video review of the Arganese Double Wrap Chairman.
Too Many Cigar Bands?
Cigar Advisor finds himself up to his eyebrows in collected cigar bands. (Yep we have that problem too.)
Arturo Fuente Opus X Robusto 1992 Rare Estate Reserve Cigar Review
Cigar Inspector lights up Arturo Fuente Opus X Robusto 1992 Rare Estate Reserve. We don't think we're spoiling the review by saying it measures up nicely.
Nub Connecticut 354 Cigar Review
Another review of the much hyped NUb cigar surfaces, this time on Cigar Command.
We're curious and a little skeptical of these chubby little cigars. The reviews seem good, but how much of it is the excitement generated by the hype? We'd weigh in on it, but clearly we are not important enough here at Today's Cigar Reviews and News to merit a pre-release smoke! *Sigh*
We're curious and a little skeptical of these chubby little cigars. The reviews seem good, but how much of it is the excitement generated by the hype? We'd weigh in on it, but clearly we are not important enough here at Today's Cigar Reviews and News to merit a pre-release smoke! *Sigh*
Olor Del Cibao Tequila Cigar Review
Cigar Beat lights up an Olor Del Cibao cigar that's infused with Jose Cuervo tequila! Sounds interesting. (We're not sure what we make up "infused" cigars. A little research may be in order.)
Cigar Herf In Charlotte, NC
The Stogie Review puts up some pictures of a herf that one of its members attended in Charlotte, NC.
Stogie Review's Premium Cigar Sampler
The Stogie Review puts together a good collection of premium cigars for a new or intermediate level smoker. (Though we're pretty sure you're not going to have any luck tracking down the Partagas 150.)
How To Make Homemade Wine
Cigar Jack puts up a slightly unusual post on the joys of making homemade wine. (Unusual for a cigar blog, that is!)
Gran Habano #5 Corojo Lancero Cigar Review
Cigar Advisor smokes a cigar we'd love to get our hands on, a pre-release Gran Habano #5 Corojo Lancero
Tiny Tim's Weekend Cigar Review
Tiny Tim smokes his way through a number of sticks including the Ashton VSG, the Oliva Serie V and more.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Tobacco Products Worth $374 Billion by 2010
eMedia Wire reports that "Despite Regulations, Tobacco Products Worth $374 Billion to be Smoked Away by 2010."
Cuba Travel log November 2007
Redlands Daily Facts put up an interesting article by Janet Landfried entitled "Trinidad, Cienfuegos and saying adios to Cuba."
Tobacconist Weighs In On Wisonsin's Tax & Ban
A Wisconsin tobacconist argues that "State government blows smoke at individual freedoms."
DogWatch Cigar Radio Episode 156
The latest episode of DogWatch Cigar Radio is up. This week Mark Neff of Cigarmony sits in for Bob Duffy.
Zino Platinum Scepter Grand Master Cigar Review
Daniel Honigman reviews the Zino Platinum Scepter Grand Master. (After reading this, we're really giving some thought to trying one. Can we bum $15 bucks off ya?)
The Dangers of Improvised Cigar Ashtrays
In a funny submission to Cigar Jack's cigar blog, Tom Martin recounts the dangers of using a wall fixture as a cigar ashtray. He now goes by the name Pyro.
Zino Platinum Pudge Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys put up a quick review of the stubby Zino Platinum Pudge. Anybody else think of NUb cigars when you saw this?
Opus X Petit Lancero and Fonseca Porto Bin No. 27 Review
Smoke Signals puts together a mouth-watering paring in his review of the Opus X Petit Lancero and Fonseca Porto Bin No. 27.
Cuban Cohiba Robusto Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys take a few quick notes on the Cuban Cohiba Robusto.
Aged Camacho Havana Monarca Cigar Review
Keepers of the Flame reviews some Camacho Havana Monarcas he's had aging for a while, and discusses the impacts of age on these cigars.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Counterfeit Cubans For Troops
WXYZ News reports that the cigars from a bust of a major counterfeit Cuban cigar operation will be sent to the troops to enjoy. Let's hope they're actually decent cigars!
An Argument For The End of The Embargo
A student writes a pretty convincing argument for The Villanovan.
Adan y Eva Pecador Culebra Cigar Review
The Velvet Cigar makes our day by lighting up the Adan y Eva Pecador culebra. We've never seen anyone smoke all three cigars at once.
Oasis XL Plus Review
Luv My Cigar briefly describes how the Oasis XL Plus works and why he loves it. Sounds like a easy way to keep your cigars!
Fuente Fuente Opus X Petit Lancero Cigar Review
Matt's Cigar Journal makes us all jealous with his review of the Fuente Fuente Opus X Petit Lancero.
Cuban Cohiba Pyramid 2006 EL Cigar Review
Cigar Jack's latest guest review is the Cuban Cohiba Pyramid 2006 EL. We're drooling. We need a bucket.
Camacho Liberty 2007 Cigar Review
Cigar Command really does not care for the Camacho Liberty 2007. (We need to check this one out sometime, we've heard both good and bad about it.)
Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro Robusto Cigar Review
A guest reviewer on the Stogie Review puts his review of the Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro Robusto to verse. Very cool.
Cupido Criollo Corto Cigar Reviews
The Stogie Guys review a cigar we've never heard of before: the Cupido Criollo Corto.
Smokin' Hot Cuban Women
Cigar Command shares with us an article about the "taboo" Cuban women who smoke cigars.
Ashton VSG Illusion Cigar Review
Cigar Command smokes a favorite of his (and of ours), the Ashton VSG Illusion.
A Discussion Of Cigar Ratings Systems
The Box Press discusses the ins and outs of cigar rating systems, pointing out what he does and doesn't like about the various systems out there.
Arganese Dominican Republic Cigar Trip
Cigar Jack puts up a fantastic article about a trip to the Arganese Cigar factory in the Dominican Republic.
Ohio Needs You To Smoke More!
Cigar Jack comically points out that the Ohio budget shortfall is being blamed on people not doing their job and lighting up. Light one up, Ohio, and tell the person next to you, "your welcome."
The Growing Trend of Employer Snooping Into Private Lives
Tobacco Analysis discusses the growing and scary trend of employers sticking their noses into our private affairs. Guess who they're looking to fire?
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Flor de Caña Centenario Rum Review
In a bit of a diversion from the normal cigar review fare, the Stogie Guys give us their thoughts on Flor de Caña Centenario Rum and the cigars that compliment it. Looks tasty!
Deadwood Cigars Profile
Black Hills Today is a little short on news, and posts a profile of a local cigar shop in their "Headline News" section. Looks like a great place! Ample beer on tap, live blues and plenty of cigars! (Check out the video.)
Tax on Booze And Cigars to Rise in the UK
The Norwich Evening News reports that the tax on booze, cigars and cigarettes is going up in the United Kingdom. Critics are saying this will "signal the death knell of the British pub."
New Rocky Patel Cigar: Conuco
Trans World News reports that Famous Smoke Shop and Rocky Patel are creating a new cigar named the "Conuco".
Building A Cigar Room
Kudos to Diff'rent Smokes for finding the a website dedicated to building a cigar room.
Dominican Republic Pro Cigar Festival Wrapup
David Savona of Cigar Aficionado wraps up his experience at the Pro Cigar Festival in the Dominican Republic.
Don Pepin Deal @Cigar Jack
Cigar Jack announces a special deal for readers on boxes of Rey Miguel cigars, which are made by Don Pepin Garcia for Black Cat Cigar Co.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Killer Beans Coffee Review
Yet another contest submission at Cigar Jack's Cigar Blog. This time the contestant reviews Killer Beans coffee. Killer Beans? With names like "African Assassin" and "Brazillian Bombshell" we gonna have to check it out!
Montecristo Media Noche No. 2 Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys give the Montecristo Media Noche No. 2 a nearly perfect 4.5 out of 5 rating.
How To Video: Using Xikar MTX Cigar Scissors
On the heels of the Xikar MTX Cigar Scissors review, the Stogie Review posts a short, but very handy video on how to use cigar scissors.
Tatuaje Havana VI Almirantes Cigar Review
Cigar Command recommends everybody try the Tatuaje Havana VI Almirantes at least once.
Dominican Republic Pro Cigar Festival Parties
David Savona from Cigar Aficionado goes the extra mile and attends the evening parties at the Pro Cigar festival. That's some hard work right there.
Are You Addicted To Cigars?
A contest winner's essay over at Cigar Jack's Cigar Blog takes on the subject of cigar addiction. (He isn't, and neither are we. That's our story, and we're stickin' to it.)
Rey Miguel Toro by Pepin Garcia Cigar Review
Just when you though you knew every cigar Don Pepin made, Cigar Jack finds another. Check out his review of the Rey Miguel Toro made by Don Pepin Garcia for Black Cat Cigar Co.
Cigars International Legends Series Cigar Reviews
The Box Press takes on four of the different CI Legends cigars in a single, lengthy cigar review. And posts a very cool looking picture of them to boot.
Kids As Cigar Mules in Canada
CNews reports that "The [Canadian] federal government has quietly told Canada Border Services Agency officers to allow children to import tobacco products into Canada from foreign countries, an internal document obtained by Sun Media shows." Talk about maxing out the duty-free!
Habanos Maintain Leadership of World Cigar Market
Digital Granma Internacional very humbly discusses the recently finished 10th Habano Festival.
New Hampshire Cigar Bars Now Exampt From Ban
Cigar Aficionado reports a rare break out of common sense in government. The New Hampshire house passed an amendment to exempt cigar bars from the indoor smoking ban.
Tax Then Ban: Wisconsin Gov't At Work.
The Earth Times reports that the brilliant minds that brought you a 50% tax on the wholesale price of cigars in Wisconsin now want to ban you from lighting up those smokes in your local cigar shop. Just wow.
Little Cigars May Be Taxed In NH
The Nashua Telegraph reports that "little" cigars may become subject to New Hampshire state taxes. Does that include our lanceros?
Monday, March 10, 2008
Cigars To Be Reclassifed As Cigarettes In NY
The Heartland Institute reports that Eliot Spitzer has proposed "redefining little cigars as cigarettes." Why? It's the taxes stupid! (We here at Today's Cigar Reviews and News would like to apologize for that, we don't think you're stupid. In fact, we think you're both smart and attractive.)
The good news is this proposal is likely to go no where with Spitzer I.D.'ed as brothel patron #9 today. (Hear that? That's us laughing evilly.)
The good news is this proposal is likely to go no where with Spitzer I.D.'ed as brothel patron #9 today. (Hear that? That's us laughing evilly.)
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Arturo Fuente Gran Reserve Cigar Review
Luv My Cigar isn't all that impressed with the Arturo Fuente Gran Reserve.
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro Cigar Review
Luv My Cigar checks out his favorite cigar the Cusano 18 Paired Maduro.
Xikar MTX Cigar Scissors Review
The Stogie Review takes a slight change of pace with a review of the Xikar MTX Cigar Scissors. Looks cool!
The Proper Way To Smoke A Cigar
Randy Nacol makes a great find: A YouTube video about the proper way to smoke a cigar. (Warning: Subtitles!)
Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur Cigar Review
Cigar Jack picks another winner, and that winner reviews the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur.
Dominican Republic Festival Update
David Savona of Cigar Aficionado heads into the fields in his latest update from the Dominican Republic Pro Cigar festival.
Interview with Dylan Austin of Camacho & Social Cigar
The Daily Doormatt takes a breather from marathons to interview Dylan Austin of Camacho and SocialCigar.com.
The Cigar Guys: Monthly Events
The Cigar Guys announce they'll be hosting monthly cigar events at local cigar friendly venues.
Launch of the AVO Limited Edition Tesoro
Davidoff announces the launch of the new AVO Limited Edition Tesoro in Midtown Manhattan.
Your Most Expensive Cigar Assesory?
Cigar Jack wants to know. (He's been getting a little nosy recently, hasn't he?)
Smoke Out Event, Avo Limited Edition Tesoro
The Stogie Guy's weekly cigar wrap up takes a look around the cigar blogs, and discusses the a number of events upcoming events.
The Fix For Unraveling Cigars
Cigar Advisor comes up with an ingenious way to fix an unraveling cigar. Let's just say your humidification solution maybe a little more handy than you realized!
Seasonal Drinks and Cigars
Cigar Jack posts another contest winner's writings. This time it's all about the drinks and cigars, baby!
Nub Habano 466 Cigar Review
We're dying of jealousy here at Today's Cigar Reviews and News! Cigar Command gets his hands on a pre-release Nub Habano 466.
Arganese Nicaraguan Presidente Cigar Review
The Stogie Review checks out a brand we've been hearing a lot about recently. Check out their review of the Arganese Nicaraguan Presidente.
Friday, March 7, 2008
Domican Repubic Cigar Festival: Opening Night
Cigar Aficionado's David Savona shares with us his experience at the opening night of the Domican Repubic Pro Cigar Festival.
Mixed Filler Blog Sampler
The Box Press does a quick survey of the latest reviews in the latest weekly installment of Mixed Filler.
Two Cigar Metal Ashtray Review
A participant in Cigar Jack's latest contest reviews a two cigar metal ashtray.
Oliva Series O Maduro Cigar Review
The Stogie Review hosts another guest review, this time the review covers the Oliva Series O Maduro.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Pro Cigar Festival Kick Off in the D.R.
David Savona of Cigar Aficionado heads down to the Dominican Republic to keep tabs on the Pro Cigar Festival in the Dominican Republic.
Dealing With Chronic Ashtray Mouth
Cigar Advisor discusses an issue all lovers of the leaf encounter from time to time, Chronic Ashtray Mouth.
Don Pepin Vegas Cubanas Imperiales Cigar Review
Cigar Command was left unimpressed by the Vegas Cubanas Imperiales, but vows to fight again another day.
Ontario Considering Smoking Ban in Cars
Tobacco Analysis reports that Ontario is considering a smoking ban in cars. You guess it, for the children. Isn't the excuse government always uses when they pick our pockets and stifle our freedoms? Just once, we'd like to see government legislate for adults.
Oliva Angel 100 La Joya Cigar Review
The Box Press checks out the Oliva Angel 100 La Joya. We've smoked a few of these in our time, and when they burn right, they're beautiful. And cheap!
Pro Cigar Festival in the Domincan Republic
Cigar Aficionado reports that the Dominican Republic will not be outdone by it's embargo-ed neighbor. The world's largest producer of premium cigars is holding its own festival! We just wish we could go!
Cigar Bars Exempt From Ban in N.H.
WCAX News out of Vermont reports a rare sign of intelligent life in politics: New Hamphire's House of Representatives have exempted cigar bars in a bill being sent to the state's Senate. Gold star, guys. Now how about dropping this stupid ban all together.
Cigars To The Stars Launched
Press release from The Earth Times:
NEW YORK, LOS ANGELES, CHICAGO and MIAMI, March 5 /PRNewswire/ -- CF Dominicana Cigars has officially launched Cigars to the Stars(TM) announced their newest addition to their innovative Cigar Catering(R) service which features on-site Cigar Rollers and Cigar Servers for special events. The popularity of the cigar company's niche has been so successful that celebrities have been gravitating to the cool party attraction for some time, prompting the brand's newest launch, Cigars to the Stars(TM), http://www.cigarstothestars.com/. These events are planned much in the same way as the consumer events however, they are slanted towards the high profile needs of celebrity red carpet events. The Cigars to the Stars(TM) also marks the introduction of the premium cigars to cigar retailer's stores nationally.
New Hampshire To Tax Cigarillos
The New Hampshire votes to tax "cigarettes masquerading as little cigars" acknowledging that "some premium, small cigars could fall under the bill's new definition." Ah, government at work.
Profile: Pablo Romay, Master Cigar Blender
The Miami New Times writes up a great article profiling Pablo Romay, the master cigar blender of El Titan de Bronze in Little Havana. Be sure to check out the slide show!
Discussion: Maryland Cigar Tax Hike
Cigar Aficionado weighs in on the proposed tax hike on cigars in Maryland.
Interview with Sam Leccia of NUb Cigars
Cigar.com interviews Sam Leccia, the man behind the much anticipated new NUb cigar line.
Cigar Aficionado Wraps Up Festival del Habano
James Suckling of Cigar Aficionado wraps up his experience at the now finished 10th Festival del Habano.
Arturo Fuente Anejo No 48 Cigar Review
The Stogie Baby review the Arturo Fuente Anejo No 48. The Stogie Baby was not impressed!
Donate To A Good Cause, Win A Box of Opus X
Matt's Cigar Journal announces that if you join him in contributing to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, you'll be entered to win one of four boxes of premium cigars! Very, very cool.
Anti-Smoking Groups Do Not Care About Scientific Integrity
Tobacco Analysis reports what we've suspected for a while: Anti-smoking zealots simply do not care about scientific accuracy.
Carlos Torano Signature Cigar Review
Another contest winner at Cigar Jack's cigar blog posts a review of the Carlos Torano Signature.
Camacho Triple Maduro Robusto Cigar Review
Matt's Cigar Journal compares the unbanded pre-release Camacho Triple Maduro to the banded release.
Oliva Serie G Special Cigar Review
Cigar Beat reviews the Oliva Serie G Special. We really enjoy this Cameroon-wrapped treat.
Brazilian Cigar and Spririts Carnival in Sydney Australia
Inlumino reports that a smoke shop in Sydney, Australia will be hosting a Brazilian-themed event, complete with, you guessed it, Brazilian cigars!
Monday, March 3, 2008
U.S. Blogger Sends Smokes To Canadian Troops
The Western Standard reports that a U.S. based blogger wants to send cigar to Canadian troops after successfully sending a $1000 worth of cigars to American marines. Very cool.
Habano International Festival Wrap Up
The Cuban News Agency wraps up the end of the 10th Festival of Cuban Cigars.
La Flor De Cano Petit Corona Cigar Review
A contest winner snags a five pack of Camachos at Cigar Jack by writing a review of the La Flor De Cano Petit Corona.
10th Festival of Cuban Cigars Day 6
James Suckling of Cigar Aficionado writes up his experiences of his sixth day at the 10th Festival of Cuban Cigars.
Illusione No 2 Cigar Review
Cigar Jack writes up a new favorite in his review of the Illusione No 2.
Stogie Review Cigar Questions and Answers
The Stogie Review posts its latest installment of the always entertaining and informative Your Questions My Answers.
Gold Star Smokes Part II
The Stogie Guys compile a short list of their highly recommended cigars in their second installment of Gold Star Smokes.
Tips On Storing Dry-Cured Cigars
Coffee & Cigars discusses the finer points of storing dry-cured cigars.
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Cigarette Bans Driving Women To Cigarillos
The Guardian reports: "The ban on cigarette advertising has had other effects on the type of tobacco products that people buy. Some smokers, say the experts, have taken the view that if they have less time to smoke they will smoke fewer but they choose products that are of a higher premium."
New Hampshire Now "Do As We Say" State
The Union Leader reports the sad state of affairs in New Hampshire. The government there has already destroyed one industry, and is very close to killing off all cigar shops with confiscatory taxes bent on controlling the behavior of it's citizens.
Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 Cigar Review
Cigar Inspector plucks the fruit of the forbidden isle and reviews the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2.
Partagas Connaisseur No.1 Cigar Review
Cigar Jack has a very special guest review by none other than the Dale Roush of Dogwatch Cigar Radio. Dale reviews the Cuban Partagas Connaisseur No.1 (or "Connie #1" as he affectionately calls it).
Dog Watch Cigar Radio Episode 154
The latest episode of Dog Watch Cigar Radio is now available for your listening pleasure. This week's cigar: the El Tiante Series 23.
Indian Tabac Split Decision Quad Cigar Review
A guest on The Stogie Guys lights up the very pretty barber pole cigar known as the Indian Tabac Split Decision Quad. Sadly, no pictures. We're a little disappointed.
Cigar Places Again!
The Stogie Review throws their support in behind the newly created, but incredibly popular CigarPlaces.com
Ramon Allones Specially Selected (RASS) Cigar Review
The Box Press samples the forbidden fruit and reviews the Cuban Ramon Allones Specially Selected. In the process he also weighs in on the Cuban Embargo.
Oliva Special S Torpedo Cigar Review
Keepers of the Flame review a cigar we haven't gotten our hands on yet, the Oliva Special S Torpedo.
Cigar Jack Contest: Win a Camacho 5 Pack
Cigar Jack's Cigar Blog is well know for contests. In this latest contest, you are eligible to win a five pack of Camacho cigars just by mentioning the contest and linking to it. Like so: Cigar Jack’s Cigar Reviews. (Full details here. Yep, this means we're eligible too!)
Great Essay: Just A Cigar Smoker
A participant in Cigar Jack's 1st Anniversary Bash contest wrote a great little bit of prose titled "Just A Cigar Smoker".
Rocky Patel Vengeance Torpedo Cigar Review
Luv My Cigar sizes up the Rocky Patel Vengeance Torpedo he got for Christmas. (We really wish we got cigars for Christmas, our closets are crammed full of quirky Christmas-themed sweaters!)
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