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How to Deal with a Cigar That Has a Loose Draw

How to Deal with a Cigar That Has a Loose Draw
Have a cigar with a loose draw that you want to get more out of? This article is for you

Cigar of the Week: Dapper Desvalido

Cigar of the Week: Dapper Desvalido
I still don’t quite understand what the name (Hopeless) means for the blend, except that I’m hopelessly infatuated with it

A.C.E. Prime Reviews: Exploring Each of A.C.E. Prime's Cigars

A.C.E. Prime Reviews: Exploring Each of A.C.E. Prime's Cigars
Sharing my experiences with the A.C.E. Prime sampler

10 Common Misconceptions about Cigars

10 Common Misconceptions about Cigars
Learn more about 10 common misconceptions surrounding cigars

Cigar of the Week: Padron 1926 Maduro No. 6

Cigar of the Week: Padron 1926 Maduro No. 6
My first few impressions are usually of gritty leather, earth, and baker’s chocolate up front with a citrusy backend. Soon after, baking spices and dried fruit notes form a second layer of flavor

Cigar of the Week: Xhaxhi Bobi

Cigar of the Week: Xhaxhi Bobi
Xhaxhi Bobi is a great cigar at any price range and a truly exceptional experience at the current MSRP. I can see many, many more of these in my future and look forward to every one of them

Cigar of the Week: Davidoff Special 53 Capa Dominicana

Cigar of the Week: Davidoff Special 53 Capa Dominicana
At first light, the Special 53 hits me with gritty graham cracker, warm cedar notes, a touch of pepper, and a measure of sweetness that I liken to smelling flower stems.

Cigar of the Week: Caldwell Eastern Standard Marble House

Cigar of the Week: Caldwell Eastern Standard Marble House
If you enjoy cigars that slap you around a bit at first, I’d say the Marble House is right up your alley. It’s rich, aggressive, and immensely satisfying. There’s a reason we love these for working around the shop.

Cigar of the Week: Warped Corto

Cigar of the Week: Warped Corto
Is the Warped Corto the perfect size? Sometimes it sure seems that way

Does a Cigar’s Wrapper Impart 70% of the Flavor?

Does a Cigar’s Wrapper Impart 70% of the Flavor?
How much of a cigar's flavor profile is affected by the wrapper? Here's my thoughts, I'm curious to hear yours as well