The holidays have come and gone. It always amazes me how quickly they recede into the distance. And with the passing of that special time of the year goes the small selection of those special release Arturo Fuente smokes. Fortunately for those of you who love to see a rarity captured for eternity in a […]
Nestor Miranda Special Selection (Short Ashes)
The day I received my new camcorder in the mail, I decided to fire it up and do a quick Short Ashes video. This one was actually done before the Don Pepin Gacria Black Label video. The lighting is off and I was just getting a feel for the new equipment. MP3 Version: Right Click […]
CI Legends Orange (Rocky Patel)
Its been awhile since I reviewed my last cigar from the CI Legends Serie. I’ve received some mail wondering why I haven’t reviewed any Rocky Patel cigars in awhile and thought this would be the perfect time to continue the series and review the Orange Label. Video runs a little over 19 minutes and along […]
Buying Cigars Online
Over the last few days I have received a steady supply of questions through email, twitter, youtube, and the contact form. The strange thing about these recent questions is that many of them have been the same. With the recent announcement of the SCHIP tax proposal (as reported by the Stogie Guys) and Lew Rothman, […]
What is your favorite wrapper?
Not having anything specific planned for todays post, I asked my twitter followers for a poll idea. Among several excellent suggestions, there was one that had the potential to evolve into a future featured article. Thanks to @StogieInfo for the suggestion [poll id=”4″]
Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic (Short Ashes)
I recently upgraded my video setup, as a result I haven’t gotten all of the logistics worked out just yet. With the excitement of my new HD Camcorder still fresh, I decided to fire it up and give a Short Ashes review a try. My HD DV tapes haven’t arrived yet so I didn’t want […]
Colibri Group Closes Without Warning.
While browsing the Stogie Review Fan Forum tonight, I came across a post from our regular participant Nick. It seems that Nick came across an article informing the public that Colibri Group, maker of lighters and jewelry, has closed it doors without warning. The shutdown announcement was made last night via email to all employees. […]
Cuban Crafters Cabinet Selection (Guest Review)
Cigar: Cuban Crafters Cabinet Select Chairman Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Binder: Habano 2000 (not stated but I believe to be Nicaraguan) Filler: Sun Grown Cuban Seed Habano (not stated but I believe to also be Nicarguan) Vitola: 6×60 Price: 118.75/box of 25 Setting: Sun Room, 4pm, about 50 degrees out, drinking a Barq’s. Pre-light: This is […]
Casa Magna Colorado Belicoso
It’s that time again. And I’m not referring to that time of the week were I proudly display the tower of burn. I’m talking about time of the year when the big daddy of cigar media, Cigar Aficionado, crowns a new annual champion. It’s kind of a Miss Universe contest, except the winner is ritualistically […]
Jameson Cigar Co. Black Label (Short Ashes)
This Short Ashes review features the Jameson Cigar Company Back Label. This cigar was one of a couple that were left over from my Blind Cigar tasting at Kensington Tobacconist a couple of months ago. Lets see how it turned out in comparison to the blind review. MP3 Version: Right Click > Save As Check […]