Author: ministr5

Unveiling the first cigar of the month for 2025 and starting it right. Tabacco G Stix’s January cigar of the month is the one and only Maverick Candela by Silent Hero Cigar: A Bold New Year for Cigar Enthusiasts. As we step into January 2025, a thrilling new chapter unfolds for cigar lovers everywhere. So… Read more

Have you ever experienced that frustrating cigar paradox? You light up a perfectly-aged, premium blend, only to be met with a disappointing puff. The aroma might be there, the promise tantalizing, but the overall experience falls flat. Then, weeks later, you try the same exact blend in a different shape – a different vitola –… Read more

1) My Father Le Bijou 1922 Petit Roubusto Length: 4 1/2 Ring Gauge: 50 Wrapper: HABANO OSCURO Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Price $8.00 2) Espinosa Cigars 601 Maduro Box Press Robusto Length: 5 1/4 Ring Gauge: 52 Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Price: $9.90 3) Rocky Patel The Edge Corojo Toro Length: 6 Ring… Read more

Winston Churchill: A Life Well-Smoked The Man, the Myth, the Cigar Winston Churchill, the name itself conjures images of a formidable leader, a brilliant orator, and a man never seen without his trusty cigar. His love for cigars was as much a part of his persona as his iconic bowler hat and his unwavering resolve.… Read more

The Cuban Sandwich Cigar. In the sophisticated world of premium tobacco, where the allure of luxury often reigns supreme, there exists a compelling alternative that has captured the hearts of cigar enthusiasts: the Cuban sandwich cigar. This handcrafted delight, distinct in its construction and character, offers an intriguing blend of quality and affordability that is… Read more

The Nest Maduro  By: Blackbird Cigar co. Size: Double Toro 6×60 Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Maduro Binder; Dominican Republic Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican, and USA Pennsylvania MSRP: $4.25 The Judge  By: J Fuego Size: Churchill 7×48 Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina  Binder and filler are of 4 undisclosed nations.  MSRP: $6.00  Indomina By: AJ Fernandez  Size: Toro… Read more

  In the world of cigars, myths abound like the aromatic smoke that wafts from a well-lit stogie. While aficionados and casual smokers alike may have their favorites, it’s time to separate facts from fiction and debunk some of the most pervasive myths surrounding these luxurious tobacco products. Although we will only mention a few… Read more

In this blog we will examine the critical practice of allowing cigars to rest outside of their humidors prior to smoking with moisture regulation and combustion dynamics, this blog aims to enhance the smoking experience and reduce common issues associated with immediate lighting. In the realm of cigar enthusiasts, the intricate process of smoking a… Read more

Ricky Rodriguez: A Cigar Maestro and His Masterpiece, the Red The Story: The seed for West Tampa Tobacco Company was planted in 1953, when Rick Rodriguez’s grandparents, both highly respected master cigar rollers, heeded the call of the U.S. They left behind the glamour of Havana for U.S. shores, seeking to capitalize on the booming… Read more

Cigar Loons Podcast: Top 12 Boutique Cigars – A Smoker’s Guide The Cigar Loons Podcast, a popular cigar podcast hosted by a group of passionate every day cigar smokers recently released their highly anticipated top 12 boutique cigar list. This list, compiled based on their collective expertise and personal preferences, offers a curated selection of… Read more