Archive for September 2011by

Cigar Review: Carlos Torano Exodus 1959 50 Years Short Churchill

Cigar: Carlos Torano Exodus 1959 50 Years Short Churchill Size: Robusto (6” x 48 Strength: MEDIUM Wrapper: MADURO Origin: HONDURAS Earthy flavors on the front of the palate with a raisin flavor. The finish starts out toasty then goes into a long lasting, strong pepper flavor. CH would like to thank SmokingCigarGirl for the review! read more

How Much of the Cigar’s Cap Should I Remove When Cutting a Cigar?

One of the first problems you’re likely to encounter when you first start smoking cigars is the question of how much of the cap you should remove with the cutter. This is a sticky question. You should remove as little of the cap as possible, while still providing you with the type of smoke that you prefer. Some cutters will be better at this than others. For instance, punch cutters remove virtually none of the ca read more

Cigar Review: Liga IV Almirante Corona

Cigar: Liga IV Almirante Corona Size: Almirante Corona (5.5” x 43) Strength: Medium Wrapper: NATURAL A creamy, nutty cigar with an excellent burn and draw. Mild cigar that would pair well with a nutty or chocolate coffee or liqueur. CH would like to thank SmokingCigarGirl for the review! read more

What’s the Difference in the Taste of Cigars from Different Countries?

The vast diversity of cigar types, from all different nations, gives the dedicated cigar lover a plethora of options to explore. The different tastes of these international cigars are, perhaps, one of the best things about enjoying a wonderful cigar. Exploring those options, perusing the differences, tasting the changes – it all amounts to a world of enjoyment. What makes cigars from other countries taste diffe read more

Cigar Review: Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill

Cigar: Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill Size: Churchill (7.0” x 48) Strength: FULL Wrapper: COROJO/CRIOLLO Origin: HONDURAS Some slight burn and draw issues. Strong spices on the finish, especially during the first third. Best paired with something cold and sweet. CH would like to thank SmokingCigarGirl for the review! read more

Will a Cigar Shop Repair My Lighter?

What good is a cigar if you have no way to light it? Of course, you may enjoy just having those cigars in your humidor, but there is something more that you will want to enjoy. You will eventually want to smoke those cigars. A quality lighter is something that should always be included in your cigar accessories. However, even the best cigar lighters can malfunction. No matter how much you invest in a lighter, it wi read more

Cigar Review: Romeo Y Julieta Habana Reserve Churchill

Cigar: Romeo Y Julieta Habana Reserve Churchill Size: (5.0” x 54) Strength: MEDIUM-FULL Wrapper: NATURAL Origin: HONDURAS Very earthy on the front of the palate. Very smooth smoke overall but had some draw issues and a spongy feel that hindered the burn. CH would like to thank SmokingCigarGirl for the review! read more

How Often Should I Change My Humidor’s Humidifier?

The humidifier you keep in your cigar humidor should not have to be changed very often at all. The most common types of devices that you’ll see on the market are sponges and beads. These can be recharged with water or with a mix of water and vegetable glycerin over and over again. Provided that you treat them properly, they should keep your humidor in good shape for many years. There are some occasions when y read more

Cigar Review: Punch Rare Corojo Double Corona

Cigar: Punch Rare Corojo Double Corona Size: Double Corona (6.7” x 48) Strength: MEDIUM-FULL Wrapper: COROJO/CRIOLLO,NATURAL Origin: HONDURAS A medium to full-body cigar best enjoyed after a meal. Nice black pepper flavors with nice, woodsey notes. Would go well with a beer that could take a slice a lime. Thanks to SmokingCigarGirl for the review! read more