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Top 5 Cigars with a Spice Kick

Top 5 Cigars with a Spice Kick

Are you the kind of person who chooses a vindaloo at your local curry house because it’s packed with eastern spices? Do you grow your own habanero chili peppers? Maybe you carry around a bottle of Tabasco and put fresh ground pepper on everything like it’s going out of style. If so, you’re not alone! While those who crave bold flavors with a hefty dose of spice may be in the minority, they’…
Best Tasting CAO Cigars

Best Tasting CAO Cigars

Cano Ozgener had never smoked a cigar until he came to the United States. Born in Turkey, he was an adamant pipe enthusiast until that first, fateful cigar. After that, things began to change. He built a company that joined a long line of cigar makers pursuing the American Dream. By the time he was done, his "little" company had been bought out by the giant Scandinavian Tobacco Group. This is the…
Cigar Wrappers 101 - The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Cigar Wrappers 101 - The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Cigar wrappers are a thing of great debate and mystery among cigar smokers. For the uninitiated, a cigar wrapper is the part you see on the outside. Quite literally, the final leaf which wraps the cigar. It is the most expensive of cigar leaves to grow. The most delicate to work with. The one that can add great flavor or none at all. The one that, above all else, must look spectacular. Th…
Top 5 Best Maduro Cigars

Top 5 Best Maduro Cigars

For both experienced enthusiasts and newcomers, Maduro cigars are a delightful experience. Known for their dark appearance and exceptional taste, these cigars benefit from a special fermentation process that enhances their natural sweetness and oils. Just because they are dark doesn't always mean they are super strong. You'll find that there are delicious options with an abundance of flavor in the…
Top 5 Cigars to Celebrate July 4

Top 5 Cigars to Celebrate July 4

A special occasion calls for a special cigar. It's time to celebrate this 4th of July with the perfect smoke! Few things say summer like lighting up a premium cigar while burgers and hot dogs sizzle on the grill. We'll help make your choice easier this year with four expert picks we love on Independence Day. Let's find your match for a memorable celebration! Our Expert Recommendations of Four Ciga…
Top 5 Most Popular Nub Cigars

Top 5 Most Popular Nub Cigars

Released in 2008 by Oliva Cigar Co, Nub cigars quickly took the cigar world by storm. Named after the small piece of cigar left in the ashtray when you're done smoking, they stand out for the amount of flavor they pack in such a small cigar. Thicker than most cigars but with a maximum length of only four inches, their short and stubby appearance would have you thinking otherwise. But d…