Plasencia is one of those brands that tends to sneak up on people. You light one, enjoy it, and only later realize how consistently good they are.
Then you look into their background, and it clicks. These guys have been growing tobacco for generations, long before their name showed up on bands.
For decades, they supplied some of the biggest brands in the industry. When Plasencia finally stepped ou…
Jan 15th 2026
There’s something deeply satisfying about finding a cigar that smokes like royalty but costs less than lunch. You light it up, take that first draw, and wonder how it’s not more expensive.
That’s the kind of magic we’re talking about here. Premium cigars with real name recognition, handcrafted quality, and rich flavor profiles, all without crossing the ten dollar line. Thes…
Jan 14th 2026
You're all set for your trip. Cigars packed. Favorite cutter and lighter tucked in your carry-on. Then, TSA pulls you aside to inspect your bag.
It happens all the time.
The rules for cigar gear aren’t complicated, but a few details can make or break your trip through security. Here’s what you need to know before you fly in 2026.
Can You Bring a Cigar Cutter on a Plane?
You can bring a…
Jan 5th 2026
Most beginners start with the wrong cigar.
Too strong. Too harsh. Burns uneven. Tastes like peppery cardboard.
A lot of people try a cigar or two, don’t love it, and assume cigars just aren’t for them.
But most of the time, it’s not cigars. It’s the cigar they picked.
Each year, we look at the top 100 cigars that were most popular at Atlantic Cigar Co from the prior year. F…
Nov 21st 2025
Choosing cigars for a wedding doesn’t need to be complicated. You just want something guests can enjoy without slowing down the celebration. Before we get into our top picks, here are a few quick pointers to help you choose the right cigars for the big day:
Pick mild or mild-medium cigars so everyone, including casual smokers, can enjoy them
Aim for sizes that burn for thirty to fifty minut…
Oct 15th 2025
La Aroma de Cuba has something most cigar brands don’t: a backstory with swagger. Originally a Cuban brand from the late 1800s, it once found favor with Winston Churchill. Fast forward a century or so, and Ashton Cigars decided to breathe new life into it. They handed blending duties to none other than Don Pepin Garcia, and that’s when things got interesting.
Today, La Aroma de Cuba ci…
