A Quick Guide To Aging Cigars

Cigars and wine have a lot in common. Both are appreciated for their depth of experience, and how they reward those who pay attention to quality. Also, both undergo changes as they age. Just as a wine can truly mature … Continue reading →

A History of Cigars

Cigar smoking is a storied pastime, with rich lineages that stretch back for many of the families who produce cigars, but for how long? Cigars have been around a long time, and were actually paired with another notable discovery. The … Continue reading →

Cigar Gifts For Dad

Father’s Day is this Sunday, and if you’re still stumped for a gift for dad, look no further than our store! Even if your dad isn’t a cigar enthusiast, it’s never too late to introduce him to the world of … Continue reading →

A Guide to Cigar Sizes

If you’re new to the world of cigars and you walk into a shop’s large humidor, you may be overwhelmed by the variety of cigars available. There’s plenty to learn and explore in the world of cigars, so in this … Continue reading →

Cigar Profile: Romeo y Julieta

From time to time we like to put a spotlight on a specific cigar manufacturer. In this blog we’ve chosen one of the most highly respected brands in the business, Romeo Y Julieta. Named after Shakespeare’s famous play (obviously), Romeo … Continue reading →

A Short Glossary of Cigar Terms

If you’re new to cigars, walking into a shop to browse may seem intimidating, since the vocabulary of the cigar aficionado can be somewhat confusing. While you can always ask for clarification if you’re not sure what someone is talking … Continue reading →

Why Cuban Cigars Are Illegal

Everyone knows Cuban cigars are illegal. Even people with very little knowledge of cigars in general know that the words “Cuban cigar” are infamous. Here is a brief history of what happened to make Cuban cigars the forbidden fruit they … Continue reading →

A Quick Guide To Cigar Wrappers

The wrapper on a cigar is not merely a means to contain the tobacco inside, it provides most of the overall character of the smoke. While there are more individual shades of wrapper than we could cover in this brief … Continue reading →

Gifts for Cigar Lovers

If you have a cigar lover on your shopping list, there are plenty of gift options, and not just cigars. In fact, unless you know their taste very well, you may want to avoid buying them actual cigars and think … Continue reading →