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This guide will help you tell fake Cuban cigars from the real thing. One of the questions I’m often asked by other cigar smokers is, “How do I know if I bought a box of fake Cuban cigars?” It’s a good question because, even though on October 14, 2016, the U.S. Treasury Department announced that they had removed the limits on bringing Cuban cigars and rum...

From seed to shelf, from filler to binder to wrapper, these are the 10 things every cigar aficionado needs to know when cutting, lighting and smoking his favorite cigar. The comforting world of premium cigars can sometimes seem bogged down by endless choices, confusing messages and opinions posing as fact. It can be a complicated, confusing hobby, even for a longtime smoker....

There’s nothing better than lighting a cigar and relaxing. If you’re not lighting your cigar properly though, you could be missing out. A properly toasted foot is just part of the enjoyment of smoking a cigar. With these tips and tricks, the cigars your buy from your favorite online cigar shop will taste better and last longer. Your Lighter What are you...

Cuban cigars are world famous. They are known to be the very best cigars on the market. The fact is that tobacco has been grown in Cuba for hundreds of years, and manufacturers have been producing cigars in that country since the time of King Phillip II of Spain (1527-1598). At present, Cuba’s cigar industry is under direct government regulation. This governmental supervision serves...

Have you recently discovered cigars? Perhaps you’ve come across the phrase ‘humidor’ and are keen to learn more? Maybe you already know a humidor is used to store cigars but are keen to find out more information? If so, read on. A humidor can make an excellent gift for yourself or a loved one, and the more you know about humidors, the...

Cigars are arguably Cuba’s most famous export, and there are a number of brands to get to know before you buy. Here are the top names to look out for if you’re in the online market for some cigars. 1: Cohiba Normally the most expensive brand on average, Cohiba cigars were allegedly rolled specially for Fidel Castro. They were also given to visiting heads...