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Anatomy of a Cigar
Like many pleasurable commodities, a fine cigar is the sum of each of its well-crafted parts. Every cigar smoker should be knowledgable about the anatomy of this elegantly crafted tobacco device before smoking. ?Who would wantto look like a rookie in front of a group of aficionados? The cap is a loose piece of tobacco on the top of the cigar, made from natural glue. It keeps the cigar together ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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How to Break In a New Humidor
The humidor is almost as important as your luxury custom tobacco cigar. If you just bought a humidor, don?t put your cigars in right away. You can ruin your tobacco! Humidors need to be broken in to simulate the moisture in the air of the tropical countries in which these cigars are made. Here?s how to break in your humidor: 1. Grab a brand new sponge. Make sure it is unscented or does not have... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cigar Aficionado's Big Smoke
This past weekend was one of the biggest weeks for a cigar smoker; it was Cigar Aficionado?s sold-out 17th?annual Big Smoke in Las Vegas! More than 4,500 cigar lovers came out for seminars and smokes for the three day weekend at the Mirage Hotel and Casino. Friday and Saturday nights included meals, a variety of drinks, and booths of the top-shelf cigars for avid smokers to have a memorable time. ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Tips for Smoking Cigars
Cleaning the Cigar Cutter: There is a simple way to clean your cigar cutter if it has stainless steel blades. Soak the blades in a cup of hot water until all of the bits of tobacco and gum are soaked off. ? It should take about an hour.? If you have a plastic single-blade guillotine, throw it away and buy another.? There is no use in ruining a Custom Tobacco Cigar when you could simply buy a ne... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Cars and Cigars: A Match Made in Heaven
Are you tired of that new car smell? Or maybe you just prefer the smell of a smooth cigar or the feel of a cigar between your hand and the wheel. Either way, you?re in luck. Here are six luxury cars that pair extremely well with your cigar. 1. Cadillac CTS The engineer of this delicate car, Randall Shwarz even states that this car ?tends more towards art than science?, a design that riva... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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How to Craft a Coolidor
Want to take your hobby to greater heights? Make a ?Coolidor,? a humidor made out of a cooler. It takes about half the time of smoking a really good cigar (a.k.a. 30 minutes.)? Given a cooler?s airtight seal and humidity lock, it is perfect for holding your next batch of stogies. If you were to have a humidor the size of a cooler, you?d be out $500, but the average cooler only costs about $... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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Where it's Inappropriate to Not Smoke a Cigar
Just like indulging in a nice glass of whiskey, you can?t just light up a cigar anywhere. It has to be in the right ambiance, and with most public places being smoke-free, cigar smokers sometimes have to get creative. An emblem of festivities, a symbol of relaxation and an overall sign of a good day, there are inappropriate places to smoke a cigar; however, there are places where it?s inappropria... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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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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How to Throw an Epic Cigar-Centric Memorial Day Party for Smokers and Non-Smokers
We may be stuck in that rut of Spring showers and pre-June gloom, but it always seems to clear up by Memorial Day ? just in time for you to throw your annual epic party. Whether your guests are seasoned cigar smokers or novices, we have some tips on how to throw a party for all types of guests. This year, don?t wait until the last minute to do the planning. Let us help you prepare in advance and t... 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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Smoke Rings
The act of smoking a cigar is a unique experience in itself, but having a few tricks up your sleeve can make for some fun competition. Why not produce a few smoke rings from your mouth after saving a sweet cigar? ?After inhaling the cigar?s aroma, keep a good amount of smoke in your mouth. Suck your cheeks in leaving your mouth open about the size of a quarter, in the shape of a circle. The trick ... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
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How to Blow Smoke Rings
Have you ever seen those suave smokers that casually exhale smoke rings out of their mouths? Have you ever wanted to learn how to do it? Have you ever wanted to be one-of-those smooth smokers, impressing everyone around them? Well, now you can! I?ll teach you how to do it. 1. The first item you need is smoke. But not just any smoke. The thicker and denser the smoke, the better. Custom tobacco c... Posted On: 05/09/2018 |
