Friday, March 28, 2008
Jose Marti Robusto Extra
Tiny Tim reviews Jose Marti Robusto Extra for Cigar Magazine! Nice gig, Tim!
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
jose marti,
maduro,
robusto
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!)
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
nat sherman,
puros,
torpedo
Jameson Cigar Company Robusto Cigar Review
The Stogie Review reviews the Jameson Cigar Company Robusto. Yet another cigar we've never heard of!
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
jameson,
natural,
robusto
Cuban Wrapper Issues
Cigar Aficionado has an interesting discussion of the highs and lows of Cuban wrapper leaf.
Labels:
cigar 101,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
miscellaneous,
video
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
double corona,
maduro,
padron
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
el mejor,
shaggy,
torpedo
Brasilian Carnivale in Sydney, Australia
Inlumino Cigar News shares some pictures of the Brasilian Carnivale in Sydney, Australia.
Graycliff G2 Cigar Reviews
The Stogie Review hosts a guest cigar review of the Graycliff G2.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
graycliff,
natural,
robusto
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
fuente,
lancero,
opus x
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.
Labels:
cigars,
la flor dominicana,
ligero,
prerelease
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
costa rica,
natural,
puros,
tabacos de la cordillera,
torpedo
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?
Labels:
barber pole,
candela,
ccigar reviews,
cigars,
habano,
indian tabac,
maduro,
natural
Stogie Baby Podcast: La Aroma De Cuba
The Stogie Baby launches it's inaugural podcast by checking out the La Aroma De Cuba.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
la aroma de cuba,
podcasts
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
connecticut,
gran habano,
natural,
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.
Labels:
box pressed,
cigars,
flavored cigars,
natural,
olor del cibao
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
corojo,
natural,
robusto,
rocky patel
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!
Labels:
cigars,
contests,
miscellaneous,
video
EO 601 Serie Blue Toro Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys check out the EO 601 Serie Blue Toro.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
eo 601,
maduro,
toro
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.)
Labels:
connecticut,
cuban cigars,
eo 601,
maduro,
montecristo,
oliva,
rocky patel,
toro,
torpedo
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.
Labels:
cigars,
coffee,
drinks,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
cigar 101,
cigars,
miscellaneous,
outrages
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!
Labels:
arganese,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
dominican republic,
double toro,
natural,
puros
Cusano 18 Double Connecticut Cigar Review
Another Cigar Jack guest review: Cusano 18 Double Connecticut.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
connecticut,
cusano,
robusto
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.
Humidifying Your Humidor
Luv My Cigar shares with us some information about managing the humidity in your humidor.
Labels:
cigar 101,
cigars,
humidification,
humidors,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
podcasts
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
corona,
natural,
padilla
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
natural,
romeo y julieta
Camacho 1962 Robusto Cigar Reviews
Keepers of the Flame gives his standard in depth review of the Camacho 1962 Robusto.
Labels:
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
partagas,
torpedo
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
figurado,
padron,
perfecto
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cohiba,
cuban cigars,
natural
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
fuente,
natural,
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.
Labels:
arganese,
barber pole,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
video
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
fuente,
opus x
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*
Labels:
box pressed,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
connecticut,
nub
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.)
Labels:
box pressed,
flavored cigars,
natural,
olor del cibao,
toro
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
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
corojo,
gran habano,
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.
Labels:
alec bradley,
ashton,
belicoso,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
oliva,
omar ortez,
robusto,
vsg
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."
Labels:
cienfuegos,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
trinidad
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
podcasts
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.
Labels:
ashtray,
cigars,
humor,
miscellaneous
Cuban Cohiba Esplendidos Cigar Review
Cigar Inspector checks out the churchill-sized Cohiba Esplendidos. Man, that looks good.
Labels:
churchill,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cohiba,
cuban cigars,
natural
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?
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
robusto,
zino
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cohiba,
cuban cigars,
natural,
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.
Labels:
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
robusto
Avo Uvezian Begins L.E. '08 Tesoro Cigar Tour
Cigar Advisor advises us that Avo is beginning a nation wide tour to support the new L.E. '08 Tesoro cigar.
Labels:
avo,
cigars,
miscellaneous,
prerelease
Camacho Diploma Figurado 11/18 Cigar Review
Dale from Dogwatch Cigar Radio puts up a guest review of the Camacho Diploma Figurado 11/18 on Cigar Jack's cigar blog.
Labels:
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
figurado
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!
Labels:
counterfeit,
cuban cigars,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
adan y eva,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
culebra,
natural
New Tatuaje Cigar: La Riqueza
Cigar Command reports that Pete Johnson of Tatuaje is coming out with a new cigar named "La Riqueza". Check it out!
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!
Labels:
cigars,
humidification,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cohiba,
cuban cigars,
pyramid
Perdomo Reserve Champagne CT Cigar Review
Her Humidor lights up a Perdomo Reserve Champagne CT.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
perdomo,
toro
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.)
Labels:
barber pole,
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
figurado,
pre-embargo cuban
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
maduro,
perdomo,
robusto
Cupido Criollo Corto Cigar Reviews
The Stogie Guys review a cigar we've never heard of before: the Cupido Criollo Corto.
Labels:
box pressed,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban crafters,
figurado
Smokin' Hot Cuban Women
Cigar Command shares with us an article about the "taboo" Cuban women who smoke cigars.
Labels:
cigars,
cuban cigars,
humor,
miscellaneous
Ashton VSG Illusion Cigar Review
Cigar Command smokes a favorite of his (and of ours), the Ashton VSG Illusion.
Labels:
ashton,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
sun grown,
vsg
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.
Labels:
arganese,
cigars,
dominican republic,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
cigars,
dominican republic,
events,
video
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
Gran Habano 3 Siglos & Don Juan Urquijo Cigar Reviews
2 Cigars A Month checks out the Gran Habano 3 Siglos and the Don Juan Urquijo this month.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
don juan,
gran habano
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
maduro,
montecristo,
torpedo
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
tatuaje
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.
Labels:
cigars,
dominican republic,
events,
video
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.)
Tiny Tim's Weekend Cigar Reviews
Tim Tim smokes up a storm this week, and tells you all about it.
Labels:
ashton,
camacho,
cao,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
vegueros
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
don pepin garcia,
natural,
toro
Camacho Coyolar Puro Cigar Review
The Stogie Review posts a guest review of the Camacho Coyolar Puro.
Labels:
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
puros,
robusto
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.
Labels:
camacho,
ci legends,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
don pepin garcia,
graycliff,
plasencia
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cusano,
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!)
Labels:
cigar 101,
cigars,
miscellaneous,
video
Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur Cigar Review
Cigar Jack picks another winner, and that winner reviews the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
hoyo de monterrey,
robusto
Comparing Notes: Illusione Cigar Reviews
Cigar Jack compares notes on the Illusione cigar reviews from around the cigar websites.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
illusione,
natural
Illusione 88 Cigar Review
The Stogie Baby reviews the Illusione 88. Looks tasty!
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
illusione,
natural
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.
Labels:
camacho,
cigars,
interviews,
miscellaneous
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?)
Labels:
cigar accessories,
cigars,
miscellaneous
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.
Labels:
arganese,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
maduro,
oliva,
robusto
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
don pepin garcia,
natural,
torpedo
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!
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
oliva tobacco company
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!
Labels:
cigars,
cuban cigars,
dominican republic,
events
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
cuban embargo,
events,
video
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.
Santa Ana, CA Cigar Event Announced
The Cigar Guys announce a cigar event in Santa Ana, CA. Admission: 20 bucks.
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
maduro,
torano
Camacho Triple Maduro Robusto Cigar Review
Matt's Cigar Journal compares the unbanded pre-release Camacho Triple Maduro to the banded release.
Labels:
camacho,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
maduro,
prerelease,
robusto
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.
Tiny Tim's Weekend Cigar Review
Tiny Tim writes up his reviews of the past week's smokes.
Labels:
cao,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
eo 601,
la aroma de cuba,
oliva
Conuco Robusto Cigar Review
Cigar Advisor names the Conuco Robusto his weekend cigar.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
conuco,
robusto
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
contests,
la flor de cano,
natural,
petite 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.
Labels:
cigar 101,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
video
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
hoyo de monterrey,
natural,
robusto
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).
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
delicados,
partagas
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
cuban cigars,
podcasts
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.
Labels:
barber pole,
cigar reviews,
cigars,
indian tabac
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.
Labels:
cuban cigars,
cuban embargo,
natural,
ramon allones
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.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
oliva,
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!)
Labels:
camacho,
cigars,
contests,
free cigars
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!)
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
rocky patel,
torpedo
CAO Vision Cigar Reviews
Cigar Jack looks around the cigar blogs and compares his review of the CAO Vision with the reviews of others.
Perdomo Lot 23 Robusto Cigar Review
The Stogie Guys do a quick smoke and a brief review of the Perdomo Lot 23 Robusto.
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
natural,
perdomo,
robusto
Inlumino Cigar News Retailer Profile #5
Inlumino Cigar News out of Australia continues it's Retailer Series by talking with Michael Tuchin of Casa Del Oro.
Blowin' Smoke Episode #055
The latest Blowin' Smoke podcast is up!
Labels:
cigar reviews,
cigars,
humor,
podcasts
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