news-press vs. Cigars For Soldiers
2009-03-02 16:31:00 I was going through my daily Google cigar alerts on Saturday and ran across a story named "Lee County cigar charity not tax-exempt" that caught my eye. After reading through it I could not help but to see an agenda here.
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Top 10 Cigars: #4a & 4b ? Jesus Fuego 777 / El Triunfador
2009-02-24 13:00:00 Ok, so I’m writing this on Sunday afternoon and seriously couldn’t decide. Being completely against indecision, I made said decision to not decide. Confused yet? I am. Sooo anyway. There are two cigars at number four because they both bring something amazing to the palate, but yet I can’t bump either on into my top three.�First off ...
Top 10 Cigars: #5 ? Gran Habano 3 Siglos (Hon)
2009-02-23 13:00:00 You don’t always have to look to the top end of a producer’s line to find his best cigar. In this case however, you do. Gran Habano is a relative newcomer to the scene, with a Connecticut #1, Habano #3, Corojo #5, and “3 Siglos” lines. The last is a full bodied, triple ligero roller coaster ...
Top 10 Cigars: #6 ? Trinidad Coloniales (Cuba)
2009-02-20 13:00:00 Coming in at number six in the countdown is a not-so classic Habanos in one of my favorite shapes. Trinidad has only been around since 1998 with the creation of the Fundadores lancero, but this 2003 corona is simply outstanding. There are many other “more classic” cubans that, while great smokes lose a good deal on ...
Top 10 Cigars: #7 ? Oliva Serie V (Nic)
2009-02-19 13:00:00 Rarely do I buy a cigar by the box. I do in this case. As I type this I learn more about my own tastes, in that this is the second double ligero in my top ten. Who knew? I like traveling alone. I don’t really know why, but the quiet and freedom are refreshing. Years ...
Top 10 Cigars: #8
2009-02-18 13:00:00 There are times that I’m in the mood for an adventure. There are times I like to know what’s coming. When it’s consistency you’re looking for, look no further than Arturo Fuente’s Chateau Sungrown Cuban Belicoso. It’s in many ways the perfect cigar. The CB isn’t grossly long like it’s double chateau cousins, or a waste ...
Top 10 Cigars: #9
2009-02-17 13:00:00 Yes, I’m actually going to include a CAO on the list. Usually, I find CAO cigars to not live up to the marketing. Maybe in six months I’ll say the same thing about #9 on the list. Hopefully not, because the CAO LX2 is a pretty fine smoke. Like many of you, I was introduced to ...
Panacea Cigars now available through AFP? 25% special discount
2009-02-16 15:17:00 Hello friends, I’m pleased to announce that now through the link to the right (”give ‘em a holler), you can now order Panacea Cigars directly, without waiting on your local retailer to pick up on the bandwagon! Just click the image and you’ll be taken directly to Panacea’s store. I highly suggest the maduro robusto. Also, for ...
Top 10 Cigars: #10
2009-02-16 13:00:00 Ready to kick it off with a surprise? No, this isn’t going to be a list of Cuban pretense, but I had to include this at number ten if anything for shock value. I discovered Jose La Piedra a few weeks ago from a friend, and let me tell you, for a great Cuban smoke (in ...
The Top 10 Cigars Countdown
2009-02-15 18:51:00 Many of you ask from time to time about my favorite cigars, and while I’m happy to give my opinion the answers are tough to come by. There are so many great smokes out there at the present time that to rank them would take some time to focus and consider many facets of the ...
Calling all you NCAA basketball Guru?s-Win Cigars
2009-02-13 18:58:00 I don't know how they do it but Cigars Direct is having another March Madness Basketball Tournament this year. If you did not get in it last year you might have missed out on some great prizes.
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Tonight on the PorchCast:
2008-10-28 11:51:00 A rare evening of real fellowship was just what the good doctor ordered for Cameron and myself last evening as the Titans trounced the Colts on Monday night football. The fire, as usual, witnessed much conversation and cigar smoke as we both finally got a moment to relax. Good times. Important stuff. I even got a drive home listening to Dave and Tim, among others, so life is pretty darn good.Tonight on the PorchCast, we continue to explore the wisdom of the ancients, then use said wisdom to crack the code of well, something crackable. Also, we talk cigars, describing said cigars, and probably a few other things.Be sure to tune in on facebook to shoot us questions (see the link to the left to our facebook page), and visit our sponsors!See the rest at www.AnAmericanFrontPorch.com
Tradition
2008-10-26 15:11:00 It was the late 1950's, and Alabama had been waiting a while since their last win over their hated rivals, the University of Tennessee. Newly hired coach Paul W. Bryant, who 20 years prior had played an entire game on the defensive line with a broken leg had now just entered the locker room victorious with his boys, full of hope for the future. The tradition of losing was over. It was time for a new ritual.Cigars.For over 50 years now the winner of the Alabama-Tennessee tilt has celebrated in the locker room with cigars. Knowing so much better now than we do, the beneficient, the merciful NCAA recently banned the tradition. They claim that cigars represent "extra benefits" provided to players. It simply furthers the hypothesis that the NCAA is a red-tape monolith; soul-less and obese, that simply needs to die and probably will one day just as Enron under the weight of its own corruption.My own personal favorite victory moment came in the form of a photo. A jubilant Jay Barker (Sara...
Special: 20% Off The AFP Sampler at FumeeWorld.com!
2008-08-18 17:16:00 Hey friends--There's a grand opportunity available for the month of September for you to save on some fine cigars! Drop by Heather Haddad's own FumeeWorld.com and check out the AFP cigar sampler! Enter code AFP01 for a 20% discount on your order!Please visit our neighbors as they provide awesome products and service for enthusiasts everywhere!See the rest at www.AnAmericanFrontPorch.com
This Weekend's Featured Cigar: Rocky Patel Decade
2008-06-07 14:00:00 The Decade, by Rocky Patel.As always, email all suggestions for review, questions, or comments to natesratings@gmail.com.Thanks!S-ee the rest at www.AnAmericanFrontPorch.com
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A Supplement to Sunday's Supplement:
2008-05-27 18:27:00 by NathanI meant to add-- If you have cigar-related inquiries, just shoot me a message at natesratings@gmail.com.Feel free to shoot all your questions, comments, suggestions for reviews, or if you've found a hidden gem just hit me up there. I look forward to hearing from you!Long ashes,Nathan
Cigars for the Judge
2008-05-27 08:25:00 A defendant in a lawsuit involving large sums of money was talking to his lawyer. “If I lose this case, I’ll be ruined.” “It’s in the judge’s hands now,” said the lawyer. “Would it help if I sent the judge a box of cigars?” “Oh no! This judge is a stickler or ethical behavior. A ...
How To Smoke Premium Cigars: Deciding Where To Start
2008-05-13 07:00:00 For the past fifteen years or so, the market for this once-nearly-moribund luxury has been on an impressive rebound. From its height in the 1850s - when Cuba alone exported 356.6 million cigars - until the early 1990s, the cigar market had badly declined, falling victim to competition from cigarettes and then to declining American ...
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Storing Cigars The Right Way
2008-05-11 07:00:00 They say that wine only gets better with age, well so does a Cuban cigar. The aging of Cuban cigars just ads further to the mystique of a fine Cuban. One of the well known Cuban cigar brands such as the Cohiba, actually contain tobacco that has been aged for a minimum 5 years. No ...
By: Resources zone
Friday Flash Fiction: Quantum Cigars
2008-05-09 13:00:00 Here goes. Feedback is welcome. Quantum Cigars By Neil Beynon There was no sound. This was marginally disappointing but not unexpected. Simply changing the quantum frequency to allow his enhanced eyes a view of the multiverse was difficult enough; the power required astonishing. The artificial star he was using to do this pulsed within its containment field, or ...
5 Ways To Purchase Cigars Quietly
2008-04-24 12:00:00 This post comes as a result of the attempted murder by my wife over cigars that showed up at my house. As you may remember not all were purchases. Two were bombs and one was a box sent by a sponsor. Not that she was really that mad or even gets on me to much ...
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Five Ways To Enjoy Cigars During a Recession
2008-04-17 12:00:00 Jon N over at Stogie guys put together some tips so you can still enjoy your cigar hobbies during tough times. Enjoying Cigars in a Recession Sponsored by: CigarMonkey, Inc. Dedicated to the everyday working stiff. Copyright © 2008 Cigar Beat Blog. This Feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not ...
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3 free cigars,leather case and hat
2008-04-13 03:54:00 21+ age request! http://www.gurkhacigars.com/gur-kha_catalogrequest.cfm
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Support Ride for Kids And Win Cigars
2008-04-11 14:45:00 Matt over at cigarsbymatt is doing a little charity work this year to help raise money for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States. His goal is to raise $3000 this year. Visit his post and donate $10 for this good cause. Every $10 you donate you will receive a chance ($50= 7 chances) ...
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Mixing It Up: Food And Drinks That Go Well With Cigars
2008-04-08 07:00:00 Premium cigars are many peoples’ idea of the ultimate inexpensive luxury item. So with more and more Americans putting more thought into their meals - as the proliferation of magazines such as Food and Wine, Cook’s Illustrated and Food, as well as the new popularity of cooking shows and books attests - it’s natural enough ...
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The Proper Care and Feeding Of Cigars
2008-04-07 07:00:00 Picture this: You’re going to have dinner at the home of a famous wine collector - somebody famous for the quality and discrimination of his or her palate, perhaps a wealthy person who can afford to buy those vintages the rest of us can only dream of savoring. You arrive. Your companion asks you if you’d ...
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3 Free Gurkha Cigars and hat
2008-04-01 05:59:00 http://www.gurkhacigars.com/gur-kha_catalogrequest.cfm -it doesnt say on the site, but the catalog usually comes with a few free cigar in a case and a hat
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Buying Cigars As A Gift
2008-03-26 00:00:00 Is there a cigar aficionado on your gift list? Wondering how to choose a decent cigar for a friend or loved one? Even if you know nothing about cigars or choosing a good cigar, just learning a few basics can help you sniff out (sometimes literally) a good cigar to give to a ...
Choosing the Best Ashtray for Cigar Smoking
2008-03-13 05:18:00 Is an ashtray just an ashtray? Unlike regular cigarettes, cigars need their own special space to support their girth and ashes. Many cigar aficionados swear by the pleasures of finding the proper place to hold their cigars and ashes.So what are the characteristics of a good ashtray? First of course, make sure the ashtray you buy is big enough to hold your cigars. Cigars come in varying sizes, so you will want an ashtray that can accommodate the single of your choice. Next, consider your personal style of smoking. Do you produce a lot of ash? Do you let your cigar rest for extended periods of time? These are all important considerations when choosing your ashtray.Look for ashtrays made of metal, heavy glass, or ceramics. Ideally, you will want the ashtray to be big enough to hold the ashes for two cigars.Where can you find the best ashtrays for your cigars? Many cigar aficionados swear by antique ashtrays. Search out flea markets and antique stores for good deals. Tobacc...
Check the Ashtray: Using Ashes to Determine the Quality of Your Cigar
2008-03-13 05:17:00 How to tell if your cigar is of the highest quality? Check the ashtray?the ashes left behind can speak volumes about the quality of your cigar. Here a few simple tips to determining the quality of your cigar.First, note how fast your cigar burns. A cigar that seems to burn too quickly or disposes ashes that break apart easily is probably a lower quality cigar. If the ashes seem too messy, and don't break apart together, this may also indicate a lower quality cigar. Also, check the color of the ashes. If the ash color seems to change, the tobacco leaf mix may be of poorer quality.The highest quality cigars, those that are well packed, will burn very slowly and burn stiff ash. The 'stiff ash' can remain intact up to two to three inches long, and remain on the cigar without breaking apart. A high quality cigar can be burned down to the nub. Even high quality cigars may vary in taste, especially when they are smoked down to the nub. Many times, you can usually get 'burn pa...
How to Blow Smoke Rings with Your Cigar
2008-03-13 05:16:00 Do you yearn to blow smoke rings with your cigar like a pro? Stogie aficionados often speak of the ceremony-like deliberateness of smoking a good cigar. Blowing smoke rings is the mark of a smoker who enjoys the smooth and relaxing effects of smoking. But how do you blow a good smoke ring? Some argue that it cannot be taught?that it will simply come to you with time and practice. Regardless, here are a few tips to get you going.Veteran smokers note that in order to blow a good smoke ring, you will need to create dense smoke. Draw a deep, dense smoke puff into your mouth. Hold the smoke there and then open your mouth slowly and deliberately. Open your mouth, shaping your lips into a rounded 'O.' and pull your tongue back as you expel the smoke.Keep in mind that you are not exhaling the smoke, but simply pushing it out of your mouth. Also keep in mind that this maneuver will not work if there is even a slight breeze in the air. Make sure you try it in a location with still...
4 Tips for Lighting a Cigar
2008-03-13 05:15:00 For new smokers, lighting a cigar can seem as daunting as learning to choose a good single. Here are four tips to guide you in lighting a cigar for the first time.1. Use cedar matches, if possible. If you prefer to use a lighter, make sure it's butane lighter to avoid strong odors.2. Warm the open end of the cigar (aka 'the foot' of the cigar) slowly over the flame, without touching it to the fire. Let a black ring form around the end.3. Place the cigar in your mouth and draw in slowly. Hold the cigar over the flame, about half an inch above it, again without touching. Continue to draw in until the cigar draws the flame. Turn the cigar slowly, spinning it to establish an even burn.4. Once your cigar is lit, take it out of your mouth and observe the burn you have established. If the burn appears to be uneven, simply blow on the unlit sections to draw the burn, and then take one or two draws from the cigar to reestablish an even burn.
How to Choose the Perfect Single
2008-03-13 05:13:00 Wondering how to choose the perfect cigar? If you're a newcomer to the world of cigar smoking, here are a few tips to choosing the best cigar.First, note the texture of the cigar. Squeeze it gently. Is very soft, or rigid? Ideally, the cigar should give slightly, but not too much. Very gently, squeeze the length of the cigar to check for lumps. A good cigar will have a consistent texture.Next, inspect the cigar for flaws. Any cracks or discolorations are the signs of a lower quality cigar. The cigar's wrapper should be wrapped smoothly.Finally, look at the ends of the cigar. Pay particular attention to the exposed end where cigar is lit. If you're new to cigars, it can be difficult to gauge the quality of the tobacco. The simplest way to judge the tobacco quality of a cigar is to inspect the color of the tobacco. If you note any abrupt color changes, this may indicate that the tobacco leaves were not laid out properly. Look for a cigar with a smooth blend of tobacco.
Cigars International - Nice!
2008-03-10 17:40:00 I've been buying my cigars for years from this outfit. They have the best prices, the best service and their reviews are spot on in my opinion. For even better deals, get on their mailing list. About twice a week you get an email with limited time offers. The email deals are often outstanding and can represent a sizeable savings. Highly recommended. P.S. I don't get paid or otherwise compensated for these comments. I'm just a guy who likes to buy stuff on the Internet and report my experiences. powered by Bloget™ - "One File, One Binary, One Blog"
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LA CASA DEL HABANO CANCUN MEXICO CIGARS
2008-03-04 20:08:00 In 1990, the first international La Casa Del Habano began operating in Cancun, Mexico. From that date to the present it’s business concept has evolved. This fine tobacco shop has certified quality cigars from Cuba, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic, along with humidors, cutters, elegant lighters, and other smoking accessories. It’s also a local cigar club, with a walk-in humidor for regular clients. In the back, you’ll find comfy leather couches, TV sports, and full bar service — in other words, a manly place to take a break from shopping. Open Monday through Saturday from noon to 9pm. HOTEL ZONE. Cigar lovers the world over adore the Habanos, or Havanas, made in Cuba, and La Casa del Habano offers one of Cancún’s widest selections of these “fine wines of cigars.” Upmann, Montecristos, and other hand-rolled Cuban cigars are complemented perfectly by the professionalism and knowledge of the shop’s proprietors. We know Cigars contact ch...
Win free Camacho Cigars
2008-03-02 15:43:00 Here is a contest for some free Camacho Cigars. During the month of March Cigar Jack?s Cigar Reviews will be giving away a five pack of Camacho Cigars and a Camacho Hat every day! Visit his site here to enter the contest to win. Sponsored by: Tex Cigar Discount Cigars Online. Copyright © 2008 Cigar Beat ...
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Minor economy manufacturing cigars in Pinar del Rio, Cuba
2008-02-29 06:40:00 Cuba - Country Production cigars ? 1. Today, in the Island of Liberty produce about 35 brands of cigars and 80 varieties. At the same time, more than 90% of tobacco production are implementing small and medium-sized private farms. Plantation, experience and tradition of manufacturing cigars passed on to successive generations. But all the recipes are kept secret. Raw materials for Cuban cigars is a very black Hawaiian tobacco, but the specifics of each class determines various combinations of the three components that affect the castle, burning properties, taste and aroma.
By: Attuworld
Nub Cigars
2008-02-27 11:00:00 I wanted to pass along a review from Stogie Review on a new cigar called Nub. I love the concept of this cigar and the short but fat sizes are just plain exciting. I can not wait to give these a try. �Check the review out here! Sponsored by: CigarMonkey, Inc. Dedicated to the everyday working stiff. Copyright ...
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Freudian Missiles and Freudian Cigars.
2008-02-20 21:03:00 A freind of mine sent me this email today:Does anyone else have an uneasy feeling about that fact that our multi-billion dollar missile defense system missed its first window of opportunity to shoot down the satellite falling out of orbit due to weather? I?m not military strategist but if I were other countries I am pretty sure I would make a note in my procedures to wait until there is bad weather over the Pacific before I launch a strike.Story here I replied:Good point, Doug. It's obvious that the military just wanted to be sure be sure they hit it. The US is a bully and bullies only fight when they can win (I remember the phrase, "at a time and place of our choosing"...). This was a Show of farce...I mean force. Its a Dog and Pony show directed at both China and the US. China shot one down this time last year and the military has since declared that China's missile technology makes it a direct military threat to the US that we will need to counter blow for blow (read: Doll...
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So You Want to Smoke Cigars Indoors?
2008-02-20 03:02:00 Is it possible to smoke cigars indoors without leaving behind that stale-smoke-smell the next day? I recently answered this question and explained how I accomplished this task on my n… More: continued here
How To Age a Cigar Correctly | Learn About Cigars
2008-02-19 23:18:00 Aged cigars are quite popular with cigar aficionados. Proper aging can improve the flavor of a fine cigar significantly. Perhaps you've wondered how to get this aged cigar taste without having to fork out a fortune for professionally aged cigars. The main way to do this at home is to use a good humidor and wait. To find out mo16 Zoom(s)
Tell Me About Cigars
2008-02-18 23:35:00 Smoking cigars has had a lengthy association with wealth and power but also many ordinary people enjoy them as a relaxation aid. Many people just simply enjoy the rich flavor and aroma of a high quality cigar. In this article well take a look at cigar culture and the art of smoking cigars. This includes the best way to light a 15 Zoom(s)
How Do Cigars Get Rated
2008-01-27 00:00:00 The cigar ratings supplied by publications like Cigar Magazine and Cigar Aficionado form an important part of the modern cigar industry For cigar smokers these ratings provide guidance in a crowded market
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Bikini Girls love Cigars
2007-12-28 02:55:00 _1017864, originally uploaded by Paul Cobo Photography.
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Cigars For Troops Shipped
2007-12-17 17:22:00 The 146 cigars along with multiple cutters were shipped out on Monday. If you would like to track these the USPS Delivery Confirmation is 0307 1790 0005 0364 1420 (yea I know USPS tracking sucks). If you would still like to donate cigars or other personal things you can do so by going through Operation From ...
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Scotch and Cigars: The Lecherous Grandpa Diet Since 1494
2007-12-08 03:44:00 Next time you?re cutting up those plastic loops that hold together a six-pack of cans make sure you say, ?There you go, ducks. Saved you again.? Then, later that evening when you?re at a fancy restaurant eating roasted duck slathered in duck sauce you can say, ?Ha Ha - fooled ya, Daffy!? I?m cynical enough with ...
Cigars For Troops Update
2007-12-02 16:52:00 We have have around 90 cigars so far to send over to our guys in Iraq. We will be accepting stuff for about another week and a half. We need stuff like cutters also, nothing like having smokes and nothing to cut them with. If you would like to send a couple cigars or accessories ...
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Beginner?s Guide to Cigars. How to Buy, Cut, Light, and Smoke Cigars.
2007-11-29 03:42:00 With the holidays quickly approaching, I thought it would be a great time to cover cigars. They make a great gift (especially for men) and cigars are enjoyed all throughout the holidays. Buying a Cigar Buying a cigar is very subjective and comes down to personal taste. Cigars are similar to wine, where some people?s ...
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