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What's the Deal with Cuban Cigars?
Despite the opinions of many expert cigar aficionados and rollers who say that the quality of Cuban cigars has waned over the years, people still crave those forbidden stogies. Regardless of individual opinions on the quality of Cubans ? because, let?s be honest, an opinion is an opinion for a reason ? we have been getting a lot of questions over the last several months from our customers and frie... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigars 101: All About Maduro Cigar Wrappers
Did you know cigar wrappers play an important role in a cigar?s flavor and character? Up to 90% of a cigar?s taste can depend on its wrapper. Between habano, corojo, connecticut and more, it?s good to know what each wrapper offers so you can choose the ideal smoking experience for you. To start, let?s go over the dark and delicious Maduro cigar wrapper. What Gives Maduros That Dark Look? ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Smoke like a Pro: How to Store Cigars without a Humidor
Storing cigars is essential to preserving their quality. For a cigar to retain its ideal flavor, strength, and body, it should be not too damp, not too dry. That?s because damp cigars are difficult to light, and dry cigars burn too hot. Both of these scenarios will also negatively affect how the tobacco flavor tastes and how easy it is to smoke. Since cigars will dry out in a dryer environment ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigar Legend Carlos Fuente Sr. Passes Away at 81
The cigar industry has lost one of its icons with the passing of Carlos Fuente Sr., former president of Tampa?s Arturo Fuente Cigar, Co., one of the biggest hand-made cigar businesses operating today. Over the course of many decades, Fuentes led the company to worldwide acclaim after taking over for his father Arturo Fuentes in 1958. Business began picking up after the 1960s embargo on Cuba, wh... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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4 Gifts to Win Your Husband Over
Weddings can be very excited on one hand, and very stressful on the other. While the bride and groom are responsible for planning every little thing about the event, sometimes they are too wrapped up in the emotions to think about gifts for their significant other. Here are 4 unique and clever wedding gifts your husband will love: Liquid Propane Grill: Nothing says marriage like grilling ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Galentine's Day: Spending Valentine's Day with Your Girls
Valentine?s Day is quickly approaching, and whether you?re in a committed relationship, just started dating someone, or are single and ready to mingle, throw those basic Valentine?s Day traditions out the window and try something new this year. It?s called Galentine?s Day. Instead of moping around wishing you had a significant other, or out trying to get a date, get a couple girls together and go ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigar Etiquette: The Ultimate No-B.S. Guide
Didn?t realize there was proper etiquette to smoking cigars? Allow us to enlighten you. Think about it - if you have a personal taste fancy enough to get cigars customized by Custom Tobacco, it is vital to maintain an etiquette to go with it to complete your unique personality. These are the main points to keep in mind when you begin following the cigar etiquette: What does R-E-S-P-E-C-T ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigars And Their Size: How Important Is the Size of Your Cigar?
Does?It Really Matter? Although most guys don't like to hear it, size really does matter. When it comes to cigars, size says a lot about your personality. Depending on the length and ring size of your cigar, it?can really put your personality on display. So, you're probably thinking, "what is the best cigar for me?" There are many different types of cigars, and?many?different cigar sizes tha... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Wine, Cigar, and Food Pairings for the Truly Elite
If you seem?knowledgeable of food and wine pairings, people will think you are elegant and elite. The way to seem even better is by knowing the?best cigars to pair with them. Whether you're trying to impress a date, family member, or business associate, this blog is here to help you be an expert! Reds Ch?teau Peymouton 2012 Bordeaux Wine with?a?Briarmont Classic Maduro Cigar and?Rosemary Brais... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Linguistic History of the Word 'Cigar' and its Slang
Ever wonder where the word cigar came from? It's linguistic origin reveals a rich history of the word. There are two competing theories about where the word?cigar?comes from. One is that it's from the Spanish?cigarro whereas other linguists claim it's from the Mayan word?sikar.? Since?its introduction to the English language, cigar remains?a popular term for the wrapped tobacco leaf.?However, m... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
