Well, here we are with another incremental episode of the Smoke and Steel Podcast. I know what you’re thinking – “Walt’s been saying he’s getting the crew together for a month now, does this guy even have friends?” Fair question. The truth is, I’ve been a little overzealous with the timeline. From my perspective, I’ve […]
Smoke & Steel: Episode 0.75 – Drips, Dead Cars & Dried-Out Cubans
Let me back up a second. I wasn’t planning to record another solo episode. The guys are hitting the social club tonight, and we’ve got a full session on tentatively scheduled for next week. But this setup of mine? It’s been fun. Nostalgic, even. It kind of lit a fire under me, and I didn’t […]
Smoke & Steel: Episode 0.5 – Testing Gear and Scoring Vintage Cigars
Welcome to episode 0.5 of the Smoke & Steel Podcast, where the ash is in the tray and the stories are in the air. This isn’t the official kickoff just yet, but rather another behind-the-scenes test run—and let me tell you, things are getting real. New gear, new energy, and a cigar shop discovery that […]
Smoke & Steel: A Podcast Born in the Garage
Hey there, Walt here — and yeah, I know, it feels a little strange saying that again after so long. But here we are, doing something under the Stogie Review name for the first time in what feels like forever. Before you get your hopes up, let me be clear: this is a rough start. […]
Adrian Magnus XO
Howdy do, fellow cigar enthusiasts! I’m back this week with something truly special that landed in my humidor – the Adrien Magnus XO cognac infused cigars. These premium Dominican sticks caught my attention not just for their luxury positioning, but for their unique Hennessy XO cognac infusion process. After smoking through three of these beauties, […]
Drew Estate Blackened M81 Cigar Review: Metallica’s Heavy Metal Smoke That Won’t Knock You Down
How y’all doing, you crazy people! I’m back today with something I’ve been absolutely looking forward to reviewing – the Drew Estate Blackened M81. If you’re anything of a Metallica fan, you know exactly who worked on this masterpiece: James Hetfield, Jonathan Drew, and Robert Dietrich. That’s right, we’re talking about a collaboration between one […]
Illusione Haut 10 Cigar Review: A Relaxing Premium Experience from Dion Giolito
Hey everyone! I’m back here with something special that arrived at just the right time – the Illusione Haut 10. Now, if you’re wondering about that pronunciation, a French woman told me you pronounce “haut” as just “oh,” so we’re going with the Illusione O-10. She probably knows better than I do since I never […]
Alec Bradley Post Embargo B15 Cigar Review: A Straightforward Honduran Experience
Howdy howdy howdy! All right, today we’ll get right into it here. I’m going to take a look at the new Alec Bradley Post Embargo and this is the blend code B15. I’m not sure, but it’d be kind of neat if they keep doing different blend codes – maybe one a year or something […]
Rojas Street Tacos Barbacoa Cigar Review: Ecuadorian Excellence in a Accessible Package
Hey hey! I’m back here this time with another Street Tacos offering – the Rojas Street Tacos Barbacoa. Now, I’ll be honest, I don’t know exactly how to pronounce “Barbacoa” – is it bar-ba-COA? Bar-BA-coa? I’m going with Barbacoa and hoping for the best, but you get the idea! This is another entry in what’s […]
Rojas Street Tacos Carnitas Review: A Smooth Ecuadorian Experience with a Twist
Hey everyone, Mike here with another cigar review for you! Today I’m diving into something that caught my eye – the Rojas Street Tacos Carnitas. Now, I’ll be honest with you folks, I had to fire up the old camcorder for this one, and let me tell you, that thing’s been giving me trouble with […]