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Cigars on the Golf Course
There are several necessities on the golf course. All of these things are essential to a golfer who wants to look and act like a pro. Keeping up on the latest trends in golf helps you go out and compete with confidence. One of the most important accessories to bring along with you is a cigar. They are perfect to enjoy while waiting for the group in front of you or while taking in the relaxing atmo... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigar Lounges
A favorite past time of many cigar aficionados is enjoying a smoke at a cigar lounge. There are a few things that make a mediocre and excellent lounge stand apart. When selecting our weekly cigar lounges to present to our followers we look at all four conditions. Most obviously the lounge needs to have cigars, and lots of them. Not just the popular ones that ?tourist? people may enjoy but not know... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Are Cuban Cigars Still Illegal?
You'll often hear about the infamous Cuban Cigar. A classic in old mafia movies and an iconic part of A-list celebrity culture back in the day. We know they?haven't?been around for a while, but what happened to them? February 1962. The then president JFK created a trade embargo against Communist Cuba to sanction Fidel Castro's regime. At the the Fidel had taken control of the the island of Cuba... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigars for Women
The hobby of smoking cigars has always been dominated by men. In fact women make up a mere 10 percent of current cigar consumers. With a slump in sales in Cuba, distributers looked for new ways to reach more consumers and increase sales. ?This resulted in the idea to target the female market with a new slimmer cigar called the Julieta. This is a pretty cigar embossed with gold and red bands. When ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Tobacco Beetles
If you notice a perfectly circular pinhole in one of your favorite cigars, it may already be too late. Tobacco beetles are troublesome pests that ruin cigar collections of all sizes and calibers, poking holes and hatching larvae that leave even the most durable tobacco leaves useless. They appear and thrive in humidors and other storage areas that are left either too warm or too humid. While... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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The Science of Cigar-Drink Pairings
Whether it is a scotch, whiskey, coffee, or even a Dr. Pepper, it is customary to pair your cigar with a drink. ?Your beverage of choice, whatever it may be, is crucial to bringing out certain desired flavors from your cigar. There are four main identifiable tastes: sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. ?These tastes can vary greatly depending on what they are paired with because the different tastes... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Humidor Maintenance and Care
The humidor is an essential accessory for maintaining the quality of your cigars for an extended period of time.? Cigars are kept fresh when stored in the ideal temperature and humidity levels --below 73 degrees and between 65 and 72 percent humidity-- which a humidor offers.? If a cigar?s environment is not humid enough, the cigar will shrink and give a poor draw, but if a cigar?s environment is ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Custom Tobacco Launches With A Bang!
On July 25, 2013 Custom Tobacco celebrated the company's official launch with a party at Lure Nightclub in Hollywood. ?The gorgeous outdoor patio was packed with cigar aficionados and friends of Custom Tobacco, all enjoying a customized smoke from our premium blends. ?The drinks were flowing, the music was jamming, and of course, the cigars were smoking; the guests were having a good time. ?All in... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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New York Times Explores Growth in Popularity of Cigars
In a recent article in?The New York Times, flavored cigars have been identified as the most recent trend in popular tobacco. While certain laws left the responsibility of limiting the distribution of flavored cigars, also known as swishers, up to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2009, the administrative body has made no definitive motion toward banning flavored products, ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigars and Sports
Sport and cigar smoking have long been intertwined as two classics in American culture. Whether in a locker room in a moment of post-championship glory or just in a post-game moment of relaxation, cigars have cemented themselves, especially with a core group of famous athletes, both past and present. Whether they made their money hitting home runs or draining clutch jump shots, included is a li... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
