The second, lovingly designed edition of the reference work “The Cigar, from Soil to Soul – 2nd Edition” by tobacco and cigar expert Didier Houvenaghel has been available since April.
Kristoff Corojo Limitada Lancero
Dom. Rep.
This panetela with a linked braid and closed foot starts off quite sweet with earth and espresso aromas. The creamy smoke features bittersweet notes, chile spiciness and delicate acidity.
RATED 90
Now it's getting serious. The final preparations for the Grand Finale.
Cigar Journal at the Cigar Smoking World Champion Ship 2022, Grand Finale in Split.
Diamond Crown Maximus Churchill No.2
Dom. Rep.
A delicate honey/raisin sweetness accompanies the cigar all the way to the finish. It also delivers wood, earth and nut flavors with spicy smoky notes, pepper spice and fruit sweetness in the creamy smoke.
RATED 90
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Teilnahmeschluss: 09.09.2022
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Perla del Mar Shade Corona Gorda
Nicaragua
This box-pressed cigar starts with a subtle pepper note, citrus acidity and nut aromas. Soon, aromas of toast and nougat/honey sweetness join the creamy flavor profile.
RATED 91
Flor de Selva Año del Tigre LE Toro
Honduras
Fresh herbs, cinnamon sweetness, nut aromas, eucalyptus notes, and some pepper are found in the extremely creamy smoke of this cigar, later joined by milky coffee and cardamom notes.
RATED 91
Knowledge
EMS gets new look for 2022
The new EMS stamp has now been released and is being applied to all UK Havana cigars within the duty paid market by Hunters & Frankau’s quality control department.
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
Ace Prime Is Now “Luciano Cigars”
Ace Prime is rebranded as Luciano Cigars and launches independent U.S. distribution.
New Releases
Aganorsa Leaf Adds a New Size to the Original JFR Brand
For the first time in over half a decade, Aganorsa Leaf is adding a new size to the original JFR brand portfolio: Mi Favorito.
Ratings & Awards
WINNERS OF THE 2022 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 15 2022, when the winners of the coveted public awards were announced in the presence of the biggest names of the industry.
Cigar Friendly
Empire Social Lounge Las Olas Expected to Open in September 2023
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is ready to welcome Empire Social Lounge Las Olas.
Empire Social Lounge Las Olas Expected to Open in September 2023
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is ready to welcome Empire Social Lounge Las Olas.
CST Consulting to announce the release of “Smoke Signals”
Consulting is proud to announce the release of “Smoke Signals”. Smoke Signals is a series of documentaries that will take its viewers on a cigar adventure like never seen before.
From the Magazine
FDA: Regulation of Premium Cigars Now On Hold
Federal Court Holds FDA Regulation of Premium Cigars to be “Arbitrary and Capricious”.
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”.
