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As we continue our journey into the Cigar County series, this time we are looking towards a glorious nation saturated in a rich, incredibly long history: Italy. When one considers the cigar, this Mediterranean land may not be the first country that springs to mind when compared to the likes of Cuba or Nicaragua. However, Italy has an interesting history...

Caryn Elaine Johnson (known professionally as Whoopi Goldberg), is an American actress, comedian, author and television host. One of the few entertainers to have won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Academy Award and a Tony Award, Whoopi Goldberg’s impressive career spans decades and is accrued with success. Childhood Whoopi was born in New York City’s Manhattan borough on 13th November...

A wedding is one of those life events where the finer details cannot be overlooked. At such a momentous occasion, cigars are almost mandatory. They are the perfect addition to a day dedicated to celebrating the joining in Holy matrimony of two people in love. You can make the perfect end to an unforgettable day with cigars. Whether your guest...

In this edition of our new Cigar Country Series, we’ll be putting the spotlight on a country we recently had the immense pleasure of visiting. In fact, we had so many wonderful experiences in Nicaragua that we couldn’t even fit it all into one blog post – we had to create two instalments to chronicle all that we experienced and...

2019 sees Cuba celebrates the 500th anniversary of the City of Havana. A nation with a magnificent history, and at times a convoluted history, put on a week to remember as they organised events from sunrise to well after sunset for the 21st Habanos Festival. The Gala Dinner The grandiose closing spectacle did not disappoint as the 21st Habanos Festival...

Hoyo de Monterrey Double Corona Gran Reserva Cosecha 2013   Wednesday night was dedicated to the Hoyo de Monterrey Double Corona Gran Reserva Cosecha 2013. Coming in their most revered vitola, double corona - 7.6’’ (194mm) x 49 ring gauge, this is the first time the Hoyo brand has been granted the Gran Reserva status.   The Gran Reserva cigars are...

In the latest instalment of our spotlight series, we’ll be looking at H.Upmann Cigars. We’ll explore both the brand’s history as well as the iconic flavours their cigars are known for. The History of H. Upmann Cigars One of the oldest and most famous brands in the world of cigars, H. Upmann cigars date back to 1844. This was the...

The Cigar Country series continues, and today we’re looking at one of the world’s biggest exporters of cigars: the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic has plenty to offer the cigar-hungry traveller, so we’re looking at how this land in the middle of the Carribean connected itself to Cigar culture.   ORIGINS: Overtaking Cuba A short distance from the mother of...

Anatomy of a tobacco nation There are four fundamental regions in Nicaragua where cigars are grown or produced. The main spot is Estelí Valley, known today as the modern global hub of tobacco. It is here where most factories are located. The soil of this area is clayey and the tobacco sweet with earthy and spicy notes. Jalapa, which means...

Arnold has been a huge name in both film and politics for decades, but he’s also a dedicated filmmaker, businessman and author. Schwarzenegger has forged a dynamic and multifaceted career, rich with success and cigars. Continue reading →