What’s the strangest flavor of ice cream you’ve ever had? Did you say ‘cigar’ flavored? Didn’t think so. Karl Heinz, German ice-cream maker, might say it was the strangest flavor he’s ever made, however. Heinz works at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa and was asked by the hotel to make the cigar flavored dessert. [...]
Unlike most cigars, Gurkhas were not conceived in Central or South America. In fact, Gurkhas originated in British-occupied India and were named after the legendary Nepalese fighters. Each of the collections in the Gurkha line pays homage to the brand’s “warrior roots” with bold, powerful names like Dragonfire, Warlord and Titan. Some of the collections [...]
Father’s Day is just around the corner and there are plenty of ways to help your cigar-lovin’ pops celebrate his big day. Obviously, a pack of his favorite brand of smokes is an ideal gift. However, if you’d like to give your father something a little more unique, we recommend checking out some of Xikar’s [...]
Completing a successful mission with your fellow commanders? That calls for a celebratory cigar. Bringing down the World’s Most-Wanted terrorist leader? That calls for a Gurkha. According to reports, Kaizad Hansotia, owner of Gurkha Cigars, graciously sent a package of Gurkha Grand Reserves to the U.S. Special Forces Team, SEAL Team 6, who killed Osama [...]
While the rest of America is busy banning smoking in almost every kind of social establishment, the golf course remains one of the few cigar friendly environments. And very few people see this changing as most golfers argue that “smoking cigars and playing golf go hand in hand.” Golf is a sport of patience. Unlike [...]
Did you know that just two tablespoons of seed can produce over 10 acres of cigar tobacco? How about that cigars got their name through adaptation of the Mayan word for tobacco − “siyar”? As our fascination with artisan crafted, hand-rolled tobacco continues, we’re always finding new and interesting facts about our beloved stogies. Here [...]
Looking for a unique place to house your stogies with just the right amount of vintage charm? If so, you might be interested in purchasing an antique humidor. Most antique humidors have unique embellishments such as tarnished brass hardware, skeleton key locks and chrome face plates that increase their value and appeal. Some are even [...]
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and we have a few unique ways for you cigar lovers to celebrate. If you’re feeling festive, we recommend trying a candela cigar. Known for their moss green color, these are a perfect way to pay homage to the Irish holiday. Candelas are rolled at a higher [...]
Las Vegas Convention Center, March 2 & 3, 2011 Roll on down to one of the Tobacco Industry’s biggest trade shows of the year. Whether you’re looking to learn about new products, increase your customer base or simply gain recognition amongst other tobacco industry professionals, the Tobacco Plus Expo is the place to be come [...]
If you’re wondering what kind of romantic gesture to make this Valentine’s Day, we have some suggestions that are sure to please the cigar-loving man or woman in your life. Rich Perelman from Cigar Cyclopedia has compiled a great list of fine, premium cigars, most of which are reasonably priced, delivering a high quality smoke [...]
