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.
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Plasencia Alma del Campo Travesía Box Pressed
Nicaragua
The cigar delivers aromas of wood, earth and toast. It is joined by the sweetness of brioche and caramel, as well as pepper and mint. Its smoke is creamy, slightly nutty, somewhat leathery, and also salty.
RATED 92
Alec & Bradley Kintsugi Corona Gorda
Honduras
At the start, this cigar develops cedary, toast and leathery aromas with spices, and a touch of pepper. Then nutty aromas follow, some bitter chocolate, cocoa, vanilla, and nutmeg.
RATED 91
AVO Syncro Caribe Toro
Dom. Rep.
A cigar like milk chocolate and creamy cappuccino with a slight nougat aftertaste. Leather, wood, and earthy aromas complement the experience as well as a pinch of pepper.
RATED 92
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A.J. Fernandez New World Puro Especial Robusto
Nicaragua
Alongside pepper and marshmallow, licorice and a light pepperiness are the first impressions of this Robusto. It is complex, harmonious, and during the smoke becomes even more interesting.
RATED 92
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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
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.
New Releases
Black Label Trading Co.
Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the shipment of Bishops Blend to select retailers beginning next week.
Ratings & Awards
Cigar Trophy 2022: Every vote counts – until July 11th
From June 1-14, 2022, the global cigar family submitted nominations for the 2022 Cigar Trophies. Now it’s about every single vote.
Cigar Friendly
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.
Patriot Stogies
There is a brand new place for people just North of the Tampa Bay area to go to for all their cigar enjoyment needs, and that place is Patriot Stogies.
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”.
