Archive for February 2012

Product Demonstration: Black Label El Presidente Flat Torch Flame Lighter

The Black Label El Presidente Flat Torch Flame Lighter has a very slim design. The front of the lighter has a textured surface on the bottom and on the ignitor. The bottom of the lighter includes a refill valve and flame adjustment knob. This is a double action lighter wherein you flip the lid open and press the ignitor down. This extremely unique lighter features a flat flame making it easy to get a nice, even li read more

Pairing Cigars and Coffee

Because most cigar smokers are pretty set on their favorite brands, it’s almost better to ask which coffees go with your cigars. In reality, any coffee goes well with cigars and vice versa. Tobacco and coffee have tastes that naturally complement one another. If you want to find the perfect match for you, consider the following ideas. Sometimes, one of the best cigar accessories you can have is a French press read more

Product Demonstration: The Aluminum Travel Cigar Humidor

  The Aluminum Travel Cigar Humidor measures 10″ wide, 9″ deep and 2″ tall. The humidor holds up to 20 cigars, has an all aluminum frame and pvc leather on the top and bottom. The back of the unit features 2 chrome plated piano style hinges and the front has a sliding security lock to ensure that the unit never opens while travelling. The inside base of the humidor has a Spanish cedar lip tha read more

The Proper Way To Clean The Inside Of Your Humidor

When you invest in a cigar humidor, you will want to make sure that you take proper care of it. After all, you will want it to last a very long time and you will want to make sure it keeps your cigars at the right humidity. How, though, do you take the right care of the device? Does it need regular cleaning? Should you wipe down the inside of it to keep it clean? These are all very good questions. Let’s address h read more

Cigar Review: Punch Uppercut Toro

  Cigar: Punch Uppercut Toro Size: Toro (6.6” x 54) Strength: MEDIUM-FULL Wrapper: COROJO/CRIOLLO Origin: HONDURAS A lot of sweetness at the start and a woodsy, peppery spice on the finish. A medium cigar that would make a great after dinner smoke. CH would like to thank SmokingCigarGirl for the review. read more

Product Demonstration: The Tonino Lamborghini Aero Windproof Soft Flame Butane Lighter

The Tonino Lamborghini Aero Windproof Soft Flame Butane Lighter comes in a black, leather case with zipper. The inside of the case is lined in crushed velvet and the inside lid of the case features the Lamborghini logo. The lighter has a unique design and fits easily into a pocket. The top of the lighter has the Lamborghini signature. The back of the lighter has a fuel gauge window and the bottom of the lighter read more

Understanding Cigar Flavor Terms

People who smoke cigars regularly know that different cigars have different flavors and tastes to them, and it’s sometimes possible to tell the brand of cigar after a few puffs. Flavor is very important in the cigar world, and many different factors go into creating the flavor of a cigar, including the type of tobacco and wrapper, the age of the leaves, blends, and even the rolling process. Most cigars can be read more

Cigar Review: Padilla 1932 Lancero

  Cigar: Padilla 1932 Lancero Size: Lancero (6.8” x 42) Strength: FULL,MEDIUM-FULL Wrapper: COROJO/CRIOLLO Origin: NICARAGUA Leathery flavors on the front of the palate with a note sweetness every few puffs. Finish is predominately woodsy with a bit of spice. read more

Product Demonstration: The Stinky Cigar Ashtray Herf Edition

  The Stinky Cigar Ashtray Herf Edition is 17″ in diameter and about 7 1/2″ tall. It’s made out of stainless steel so it’s lightweight, rustproof and is very durable. This ashtray features a HUGE bowl that’s easy to clean and can hold a year’s worth of ashes. The ashtray has eight stirrups around the edge and a nice, wide base to sit on so it won’t tip over. You can also f read more

Does a Humidor Come Pre-Humidified?

Humidors are among the most important cigar accessories you’ll buy. Your lighter ensures the right burn, your cutter ensures the right cut but, without your humidor, you won’t even have a cigar that’s worth smoking. Your humidor will not generally come pre-humidified. This shouldn’t be thought of as a bad thing. Preparing a humidor will give you even more appreciation for the cigars that you read more