In Memoriam: George Nikols
I have lived in Vegas for almost 6 years and I have been lucky to make some great friends. One of those guys was George Nikols, a fellow cigar smoker and Chicagoan. Over the years I have become...
View ArticleBuilding a Closet Humidor
I was asked by a few friends if I would blog about the construction of my closet humidor. I thought that it was a great idea and that it might be of some help to others. So here goes: After researching...
View ArticleReviewed: Berger & Argenti Entubar Torpedo
By: Doug Wilgar In the world of premium cigars, very few things “surprise” me anymore. There are many new blends and blenders, but generally they are shaped in the traditional methods. Robustos,...
View ArticleIPCPR 2011 Las Vegas
Sean and I are attending IPCPR this week. Today is day 2 and the first day the exhibitor floor is open. It looks to be a great show. Will update more later. Make sure to sign HR 1639 to keep the FDA...
View ArticleReview: CAO OSA Sol Robusto
By: Doug Wilgar For CAO International, makers of cigars such as the Brazilia, the Italia, the La Traviata and the famous Sopranos line, the last 12 months have been quite a ride. They dropped Carlos...
View ArticleModels in Lingerie at En Fuego
A trip to your local cigar lounge is always an exciting trip. Whether you are there for the company or the cigars, you never know what to expect. Owner Michael Abdoulah, a cigar enthusiast himself,...
View ArticleLas Vegas Big Smoke Wrap Up
Another year and another Vegas Big Smoke wrapped up. For the past few years, I have been fortunate enough to get a pass to get in, often times I help a company at their booth, which is a blast. This...
View ArticleCuban Stock 231 Rockhill
231 Rockhill Size: Double Robusto 5.5×56 Procurement: Sent to me from Cuban Stock Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo Filler: Dominican Strength: Medium Smoking Time: 90 minutes Price: A box of 20 is under $100...
View ArticleWhats ahead for 2013
I love the world of cigars and technology. I started this site a few years ago so that I would have an outlet to share my thoughts on cigars. It has been a lot of fun. This year there has not been a...
View ArticleCAO CX2
Disclaimer: I was provided 2 CAO CX2 Robustos from Famous Smoke. The cigars were provided in exchange for this review. I have such fond memories of CAO. I have always enjoyed their cigars and I have...
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