Cigars are a pastime enjoyed worldwide. Explore its origins and learn about the unique tobacco-growing characteristics of the top cigar countries and regions.
A beginner’s guide to cigar origins and regions
All you need to know about cigar binders
We’ve now covered two of the three main parts of a cigar — the wrapper leaf and cigar filler. Two out of three isn’t bad, but we want to complete the set by telling you about the final element and perhaps the unsung hero of the trio — the cigar binder. Fillers and wrappers often…
November Perfect Pairings
November Perfect Pairings The warm days of summer have passed, the weather is cooler, and the leaves are now turning brown, making it the ideal time for Football, Hoodies, Crockpots, and Roasted Chestnuts. Fall is also the time when beers make their shift from light and fruity summer ales to rich and robust fall-themed blends.…
What is a cigar filler?
An essential component of your cigar’s quality, cigar fillers are the tobaccos at the heart of a smoke. Fill your boots and learn about a cigar’s filler here.
How to keep your cigars fresh
When you buy or are gifted a premium cigar, you want to ensure that it stays fresh and retains its quality when you come to smoke it. Learn more in this blog.
A beginner’s guide to the different cigar wrapper types
Understanding the anatomy of a cigar is vital for beginners. A premium stogie has three distinct parts: the filler, the binder leaf, and the wrapper leaf. For this blog, we will uncover the outermost part of the cigar (the wrapper) in this guide. There’s more to the colorful cigar wrapper leaf than meets the eye...…
How to properly cut a cigar
Mastering how to cut a cigar is just as important as knowing how to smoke one. It might sound simple enough, but to be a cut above the rest takes confidence, finesse, and plenty of practice. Let’s grab a cigar cutter and learn how to properly cut a cigar so you can enjoy a great…
September Perfect Pairings
The leaves are changing and it's getting colder which means the Fall season has finally arrived! It's a time of sweaters, warmer jackets, football, and seasonal beers that make drinking and smoking indoors a very enjoyable experience. Check out the list of 5 Fall Favorites that we have put together, making these cooler months a warm…
Cigar etiquette guide for beginners
Over the centuries, many traditions and unwritten rules have developed around smoking cigars. Whether stepping foot into a cigar lounge for the first time or trying to fit in at a backyard party, it’s helpful to know the do’s and don’ts of cigar smoking to avoid embarrassment. Why is cigar smoking etiquette important? Demonstrating polite…
Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder Toro Cigar Review
We’re directing shade on a cigar whose name stems from the beautiful bell-shaped, lavender-blue flowers known as Jacob’s Ladder. It was released quickly in 2016 to beat the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) August deadline. However, it took another year for one of the boldest smokes in Southern Draw’s portfolio to appear more widely.…
