J. Bennett Alexander
21 Jun 2018
Cigar 101
Cigar Tobacco Growing Countries & Regions
We've put together a guide to the most prominent cigar producing countries, regions and nations, complete with a few suggestions of what to try.
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Cigar Culture
Our Favorite Cuban Cocktails & Drinks
Cuba may be notorious for their delicioso cigars, but their cocktails are nothing to scoff at, either.
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Cigar Culture
Who Is Miguel Díaz-Canel, Cuba’s New President?
Cuba’s changing socio-political landscape marks the first time in decades that the country has not been solely controlled by the powerful Castro clan.
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J. Bennett Alexander
13 Jun 2018
Cigar Culture
History of Davidoff Cigars
Davidoff cigars are pricy, to be sure, but consistent with Zino’s philosophy. “Smoke less, but better,” he would say.
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J. Bennett Alexander
11 Jun 2018
Cuban Cigars
Best Cuban Rums to Drink With Your Cuban Cigars
Cuban rum is different – not necessarily better – in significant ways from those made elsewhere in the Caribbean.
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J. Bennett Alexander
8 Jun 2018
Cuban Cigars
History of Ramon Allones Cigars
Ramón Allones was recognized as the first to box cigars in an 8-9-8 formation and among the first to use lithographs as box art and to use bands on cigars.
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Top Lists
Our Favorite Cigar Shirts
When you want to show your pals you’re a fan of fine cigars with a cool and comfortable cigar shirt, here’s a quick rundown of some of our favorite picks.
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J. Bennett Alexander
4 Jun 2018
Cigar 101
The Process of Fermenting Tobacco
In truth, no cigar maker’s fermentation process is exactly like another’s. Each brand has its own recipe.
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