The factory founder’s name is almost entirely unknown today. However, towards the end of the 19th century, Pedro Murias was one of the leading manufacturers of cigars in Havana.
Knowledge
Wrappers: More Than Just a Shell
Few topics in cigar lore attract a greater disparity of views than the effect that wrappers have on the taste of a cigar.
Cuba’s Historic Cigar Factories: Pedro Murias’ La Meridiana
The factory founder’s name is almost entirely unknown today. However, towards the end of the 19th century, Pedro Murias was one of the leading manufacturers of cigars in Havana.
Cigar Scene
Les Fines Lames Cigar Knives: Interviewing Pierre Jourdan
The Frenchman Pierre Jourdan has creates cigar knives that shows great craftsmanship as well as high quality. We met him for an interview.
New Releases
Les Fines Lames Cigar Knives: Interviewing Pierre Jourdan
The Frenchman Pierre Jourdan has creates cigar knives that shows great craftsmanship as well as high quality. We met him for an interview.
Ratings & Awards
Looking Back: Cigar Journal’s Best Buy Cigars of 2018
We combed through our blind tastings from the year 2018 again to find out which cigars received particularly good evaluations during the course of the year but are offered for a much lower price compared to others of the same rating. We characterize such ratings in our magazine with the stamp “Best Buy”.
Cigar Friendly
Main Street Cigar & Pipe Company | Cigar Friendy: Bel Air, MD
Justin Harris ventured north of Baltimore, MD where off the beaten path lies a true gem: the Main Street Cigar & Pipe Company. Upon entering the lobby, Justin could already tell that he was in for a treat and a few hours of enjoyment.
Main Street Cigar & Pipe Company | Cigar Friendy: Bel Air, MD
Justin Harris ventured north of Baltimore, MD where off the beaten path lies a true gem: the Main Street Cigar & Pipe Company. Upon entering the lobby, Justin could already tell that he was in for a treat and a few hours of enjoyment.
Stogies Cigar Lounge: Montreal’s Must Go Cigar Place | Cigar Friendly: Quebec
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, Stogies as the regulars call it, is the best place to take time for yourself. It’s a must stop place for any cigar enthusiast traveling to Montreal.
From the Magazine
Les Fines Lames Cigar Knives: Interviewing Pierre Jourdan
The Frenchman Pierre Jourdan has creates cigar knives that shows great craftsmanship as well as high quality. We met him for an interview.
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.
Cigar-rolling Craft Considered Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Netherlands
Ria Bos from the Netherlands has managed to have cigar rolling registered as a national intangible cultural heritage.
1502 Cigars: Enrique Sanchez is Proudly Nicaraguan
Nicaraguan heritage is very important to Enrique Sánchez, founder of Global Premium Cigars. When he walked into Néstor Plasencia’s office in 2010, he was told to emphasize his roots. It was not the first time – and certainly not the last – that he took the cigar legend’s advice.
Cigar Hotspot in Liverpool: Puffin’ Rooms
Cigar Journal’s Nick Hammond provides a world-exclusive sneak preview of C.Gars Ltd’s stunning new UK venue.
Les Fines Lames Cigar Knives: Interviewing Pierre Jourdan
The Frenchman Pierre Jourdan has creates cigar knives that shows great craftsmanship as well as high quality. We met him for an interview.
Viking Cigars: Spreading the Viking Spirit
Viking Cigars represents the nordic spirit. Embodied in three cigars. It’s about swords and schoolyard fights, an just a hint of Cuba. Arnt Ånensen and Hawk Aanonsen want to offer cigars for “real” men.
Oscar Valladares: The Cigar Industry’s New Rising Star
It takes an extraordinary character to achieve extraordinary things. We sat down with Oscar Valladares, who with an eye for detail, creativity and persistence has made it to the very top in no time at all.
Alec & Bradley
Most people know the cigar company Alec Bradley, but many don’t realize the company’s founder is actually Alan Rubin.