Singapore has enacted stringent plain packaging regulations following similar legislation in Australia and Ireland, among other countries.
Knowledge
Plain Packaging Commences in Singapur
Singapore has enacted stringent plain packaging regulations following similar legislation in Australia and Ireland, among other countries.
The Index Releases First Box from Its Collection X Program
The Index, Australia’s premier luxury cigar purveyors, has released the first box of aged Cuban Cigars from its exclusive, Australia-first Collection X program.
Cigar Scene
Israeli Cigarmaker Looks to Rest of World
Toreo Cigars of Tel Aviv has long focussed on selling its range of Nicaraguan, Honduran and Dominican cigars to locals, but is now moving further afield.
New Releases
Didier Houvenaghel – Black Is Out Again
The production is only 2400 boxes of 10 cigars, all numbered individually at a size of 6 x 68.
Ratings & Awards
WINNERS OF THE 2023 CIGAR TROPHY AWARDS ANNOUNCED
There are many awards, but only a few are conferred by you, the consumers. The greater the suspense today, on Thursday, September 14 2023, when the winners of the coveted public awards were announced in the presence of the biggest names of the industry.
Cigar Friendly
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Launches Its Online Factory Store
New store offers non-cigar items exclusive to its historic El Reloj cigar factory.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Launches Its Online Factory Store
New store offers non-cigar items exclusive to its historic El Reloj cigar factory.
La Vida Buena
Do we not each have a place of longing? In times of travel warnings and closed borders, they come to mind more than ever. A long time ago, I saw a picture of the bright, white Castel del Monte in Apulia. Since then, I have been drawn to the heel of Italy’s boot. My expectations, which had been piling up over 30 years, were high. They were exceeded many times over.
From the Magazine
A Tour of Doha’s Cigar Lounges
In recent years, Qatar has been talked about across the globe. Thanks to the country’s thriving economy, which is mainly based on the export of natural gas and oil, Qatar has been able to position itself among the richest countries in the world. But the peninsula has undoubtedly received most of its attention for its hosting of the 2022 FIFA world cup.
Turmeaus Cigars & Whisky – UK’s Largest Cigar Shop
Liverpool’s favorite tiny tobacconist, Turmeaus, has just become the UK’s largest specialist cigar shop. C.Gars Ltd took over Turmeaus in 2003. The London-based company’s new flagship store, rechristened Turmeaus Cigars and Whisky, is now in the center of Liverpool.
The Taste of Havana
Recently published, the cookbook The Taste of Havana has numerous original Cuban recipes, is full of funny anecdotes and enlivened with colorful photos. Our Cigar Journal cook, Walter Monschein, tested the recipes and has put together a Cuban menu from the book for you. Put on whatever music you like – son cubano, rumba, salsa or reguetón – turn on the stove, and start cooking!
Las Vegas
Even Las Vegas has its limitations, at least when it comes to smoking. But there are still plenty of great cigar spots in the city, both on and off the Strip.
Travel Corner: Zurich, Switzerland
Cigar travel journalist Gabriela Greess takes us on a trip through Zürich. Read all about the best places to indulge and shop.
Brand Focus: How Eiroa’s Asylum Came to Be
Asylum is the new brand from Christian Eiroa and Tom Lazuka, and it is known for being huge. The big cigars measure 7 x 70 and 8 x 80. But how did the brand come about? According to Tom Lazuka, it was his idea.
Sexy Cocktails in Berlin
“Poor, but sexy!” This is the motto of Germany’s capital. The description of the city of former mayor Klaus Wowereit is evidenced in many subject areas – from the economic situation to the hip trendy neighborhoods. In one area, though, it’s not quite true: the city’s bar scene. It isn’t poor, and in its diversity is very sexy.
The Favorite Wrapper
What makes the cigar manufactures and smokers of the world praise the ecuadorean wrapper? Take a trip with Cigar Journal to a country made to grow wrapper and you might just find out why.
FDA: Regulation of Premium Cigars Now On Hold
Federal Court Holds FDA Regulation of Premium Cigars to be “Arbitrary and Capricious”.
