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.
City Guide Hamburg: Smoking in the Elements
We set out for Hamburg to explore the northern German port city’s cigar scene and discover its havens for cigar lovers.
The Best Places to Smoke Cigars in Tokyo
Those visiting Tokyo for business of pleasure have an array of opportunities to indulge in cigars. Here are the best places to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours.
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.
Cigar Artist Manny Iriarte On the Design of the Anniversary Fuente Watch
Manny Iriarte is perhaps the most sought-after artist in the cigar industry. His passion runs deep, his designs are meticulous, and his concepts are brilliant. Together with the Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Hublot, he designed the Classic Fusion 45 mm Fuente 20th Anniversary Special Edition.
Boutique Brand Jas Sum Kral Up Close
There’s nothing new about a long-time cigar fan deciding to throw his hat in the ring and produce his own blend. However, Riste Ristevski’s Jas Sum Kral cigars, branded by Ristevski as “Boutique as f*ck,” have garnered plenty of online attention since debuting in late 2015.
Villa Cora: Stylish Smoking in Florence | Cigar Friendly: Italy
Italy’s restrictive smoking laws make finding a public cigar lounge nearly impossible. But for the cigar smoker visiting Florence, there is good news: the Cigar Room at Villa Cora.
Cigar Hotspots in St. Petersburg
The city of czars was Russia’s capital for many years. St.Petersburg is world famous for its museums, including the Hermitage. It’s also a place where those in the know enjoy their cigars in beautiful settings.
Binder Tobacco’s Role in Premium Hand-Rolled Cigars
Ernst Gocaj speaks in an interview with Cigar Journal about the important role of the binder in the cigar production.
Whiskey and Cigars in Dublin
A remarkable bar scene is establishing itself in Dublin. We tested the pubs for you on whiskey and cigars.
New Cigar Lounge in Havana: Cohiba Atmosphere
In Havana opened a new cigar lounge “Cohiba Atmosphere”.
