I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking isn’t this the day you usually write a cigar review? Right you are. But the thing is that I have this unique super power. It’s the uncanny ability to come down with the cold or the flu on any holiday. So like clockwork, only short hours before I […]
Stogie Review Premium Sampler
Not terribly long ago we received a voicemail entry from Dave Hanifan in regards to coming up with a Stogie Review sampler for a new cigar smoker as well as an intermediate smoker. During the recording of Episode 25 of YQMA we didn’t do such a great job of answering the question as it was […]
Your Questions, My Answers (YQMA) Episode 29
Welcome back for another Episode of Your Questions, My Answers Episode 29. Just like last time, I’ve broken the show down into three segments all with separate video for your watching convince. The overall time of the show doesn’t seemed to have changed much, so hopefully you don’t mind the chatter. Segment 1 Question 1 […]
Check this out – Week 9 (2008)
In keeping with the trend, we thought it would be a good idea to put together a list of recommended reading, listening, and watching. With that said, here is what Brian and I checked out this week. Blogs Cigar Advisor: This week Gary tells us all about the La Gloria Cubana Super Roller event held […]
Smokin’ Headlines
It’s time for another round up of the latest, breaking news from around the cigar world. And this time, we’re doing it National Enquirer style: Don’t ask for sources, and don’t scrutinize our shocking photographs, they’re all true, we swear! Walt in hospital after an evening of extreme nubbing! As we all know, Walt White […]
Perdomo Habano Maduro
Brand: Perdomo Habano Maduro Vitola: Robusto Length: 5.00 Inches Ring Gauge: 52 Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan County of Origin:Nicaragua Price Per box: $90.00 Brand: The Perdomo Habano was released in 2007 from tobaccos grown on the Perdomo Farms in Nicaragua. The filler is comprised of Tobacco selected from three different growing regions […]
Perdomo Lot 23 Maduro (Guest Review)
This weeks guest review comes courtesy of Ace from our very own Fan Forums I’m reviewing a cigar that is smoking pretty good. It’s got spicy flavors, hints of leather and wood. It’s a Perdomo Robusto Maduro from their Lot 23, Walt didn’t much like it, but it’s working for me. Lot 23 refers to […]
Rocky Patel Fusion Double Maduro
This is another one of those cigars that just seem to come out of nowhere. A couple of weeks ago, I had no idea Rocky Patel was even planning on releasing a double maduro. Most of my attention was focused on the new NUb cigars and the Camacho 10th Anniversary Corojo. (Neither of which I’ve […]
Using cigar scissors
With the recent review of Brian’s new Xikar MTX multi-tool it seemed like a good time to put together a short demonstration on how to use cigar scissors. Using your scissors: • Open scissors slightly and press against the head of your cigar • With downward pressure on the cigar close the scissors to begin […]
Camacho Coyolar Puro
Camacho Coyolar Puro Review Jason Shaffer – 3/6/2008 Yesterday I attended a Camacho tasting at my local B&M, “The Humidor”, on Wednesday evening. They had several “Baccarat” cigars to try, and a large selection of Camacho-branded cigars as well. I was speaking to the Camacho rep, Tom, and asked him to steer me toward an […]