When shopping for cigars online, taxes are required to be paid based on the state where the order is being shipped. The seller should collect these taxes. If they do not, you as the consumer may still be responsible for paying them.
What makes things even more complicated is that tax rules vary dramatically across the country. Some states do not tax cigars at all, while others impose rates as high…
Aug 12th 2025
Don’t be that guy. Learn what to do before you light up.
Smoking a cigar seems easy. Cut. Light. Puff. Relax. But the truth is, there are plenty of ways to mess it up.
New smokers make these mistakes all the time. Some are small. Others can ruin a cigar entirely. The good news? They’re all easy to fix once you know what to look for.
So if you’re new to cigars or just want to stop…
Jun 23rd 2025
Some cigars hit their stride right off the shelf. Others need time. Like wine, cigars in most cases get better with age. Aging cigars is an art and a bit of a gamble. But when it works...it's MAGIC!
Why Age Cigars?
Fresh-rolled cigars are like young wines. Full of individual raw notes, each fighting one another. Sometimes it’s a little wild. Aging marries the flavors and smooths…
Jun 20th 2025
If you're new to cigars or even if you've been smoking them for years, you'd have to have just crawled out from a deep, dark hole not to know about Drew Estate.
This giant cigar monster was founded in the 90s, cemented in the noughties, sold and reinvented in more recent years and is now still fiercely blazing a lone path through the wilderness that is the world of fine, handrolled cigars.
It's no…
May 16th 2025
Ashton cigars have been a mainstay in the cigar world for a reason. Rolled by the Fuente family in the Dominican Republic, these cigars don’t miss. They’re smooth, they’re reliable, and they hit every time. Whether you’re after something mellow for the morning or bold enough to follow a steak dinner, Ashton’s got you covered.
At Atlantic Cigar Company, five Ashton's s…
May 16th 2025
Smoking a cigar is one of life’s simple pleasures. But like anything worth doing, there’s a right way to go about it.
Whether you’re lighting up on your own or hanging with friends, a little cigar etiquette helps everyone enjoy the moment. It’s not about being fancy or following strict rules. It’s just about being cool, respectful, and easygoing.
Here’s what to…
