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A Little Taste of History

Surpassing his liking for his silver goblet, Carolina rocker, and his personalized?coffee mug, President John F Kennedy is a recognized cherisher of Cuban cigars. This?is why hours before he authorized the U.S. trade embargo making his prized cigars?illegal, he tasked his head of press to procure every box of his favorite Petit Upmann?before the export was deemed contraband. Being a fellow ciga...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

50th Birthday Party Ideas: Throw Dad the Best Birthday He's Ever Had

It?s your dad?s 50th birthday party and you don't know what to get him. You decide that for all of the grief you?ve given him over the years, all the times he bailed you out of difficult situations (or jail), you?re going to throw him the ultimate birthday bash. Where to start? Here are some ideas that should set that 50th birthday party in motion. Food?- Start with the essentials and go fr...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

Custom Gifts: It's Trending This Holiday Season

The holiday season has crept up on us. Take a deep breath before the anxiety kicks in when the the ?G? word comes up. Gifts. Gifts. And more gifts. It?s no secret that it?s a mission to to find the perfect gift for your loved ones every year ? especially for that special someone whose been in your life for many years. What do you get for the person who has everything? How do you top the creativ...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

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

Are Cuban Cigars Really Better?

Cuban cigars are often touted as the finest cigars in the world. That?s because our Caribbean neighbor to the South has a rich history of cigar making, as well as some of the most ideal climate and soil conditions for premium tobacco farming. But are Cuban cigars really that much better than the rest? The answer is a little more complicated than ?si? or ?no.? The truth is, Cuban cigars generall...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

Comparing Current Phenomenon of Smoking

As people often point out, the United States is a melting pot that encompasses all different cultures, food, religions and perspectives. However, although striving for a pluralistic society, tensions often arise due to all kinds of cultural disagreement, social issues, and the current political climate. When it comes to smoking, a common activity across different ethnic and age groups, the beliefs...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

How War, Revolution, and Regulation Failed to Derail the Popularity of the Cigar: A History

?If I cannot smoke in heaven, then I shall not go? - Mark Twain The Popularity of Tobacco Since the Beginning of America?s History Tobacco has been popular since the beginning of its cultivation. Tobacco was first used by the natives of the Americas pre-Columbus. Native Americans grew and mastered the product to be used for ceremonial purposes, and would smoke cylindrical bundles of tobacco le...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

The Gift of Cigars: A History

You don?t have to be a habitual cigar smoker to enjoy the complex flavors of a good cigar on special occasions. In light of all the chaos and excitement that is inevitable for any celebration, it is nice to take a step back and relax. It is not surprising then that cigars are the perfect gift for your friends and family members who deserve to unwind on any special occasion. Typical occasions w...

Posted On: 05/09/2018

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

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