José Orlando Padrón, founder of the world-renowned cigar brand and pioneer of the Nicaraguan cigar industry, celebrated his 91st birthday in the middle of this year. The most valuable present to mark this jubilee, however, was prepared by and for himself (and, above all, for us passionados). In line with the Cuban poet and author…
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.
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.
Up Close – Kuala Lumpur’s Cigar Scene
Our Cigar Journal editor, Samuel Spurr, embarks on a journey to Asia and inquires about the development of the cigar industry in Malaysia.
La Casa del Habano Santiago
Hotel W in Santiago houses a classy Casa del Habano which includes a bar with a lounge.
Cigar Club: Kinlonz 1492
The Cigar Club Kinlonz 1492 not only impresses with its selection of vintage cigars, but also with its accessible exclusivity.
Cohiba Atmosphere Buenos Aires | Cigar Friendly: Buenos Aires
New Cigar Hotspot in Buenos Aires: the Cohiba Atmosphere in the San Telmo neighborhood.
Tobacco Harvesting Methods: Leaf Priming & Stalk Cutting
When it comes to harvesting the tobaccos that will eventually be turned into premium cigars, there are two basic methods: leaf priming and stalk cutting.
Visiting China’s Premium Cigar Production
Rich in history, China’s Great Wall Cigars will be celebrating 100 years of operation in 2018. Over four days, Samuel Spurr was immersed in the company’s production facility and met with a passionate team, which has its sights set on introducing its cigars to the international market.
ABAM Cigars: Villiger’s Unknown Factory
ABAM, a name that few passionados know, is now publicly making rounds with its new launch of Flor de Ynclan. Behind the name is Matías Maragoto, a Cuban exile, who has been responsible for Villiger’s Dominican cigars since the Nineties.
Bars & Cigars: Prague
We explored the best spots to enjoy Whisky and cigars in the Prague.
