All the talk of spies getting busted here in New York has inspired looks back, and the many, many attempts on Fidel Castro’s life came up. Of course, the exploding cigar was mentioned: According to Fidel Castro’s former protection agent Fabian Escalante there have been no fewer than 638 attempts on the Cuban leader’s life. [...]
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When Tom and I started this site, we figured we’d goof around a little, do some posts, smoke some cigars. Well, now we need help. The backlog of reviews is piling up and we need someone with good writing skills to help out with posts on the site. Drop us a line at tips@cigarreader.com describing [...]
For those looking forward to a relaxing 4th, to be enjoyed with a favorite beer and a great cigar, here are some suggestions for pairing up from Vin Lee, CEO of Beverly Hills Cigar Club. Print it out and take it on your next shopping expedition. Cigar Reader Summer Cigar Cheatsheet
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CA looks at the old question of in-humidor cigar rotation. Should you do it? When? Why? The answer? Simple: do it once every two months or so. Why?
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It’s been two months since Rocky Patel picked up 50 percent of EO Brands, a deal that brought such lines as 601 and Murcielago out from under the Miami Cigar umbrella. As part of the new relationship, Eddie Ortega said at the time of the deal that he expected lower prices for his products and [...]
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Pete Johnson, of Tatuaje Cigars, played coy when asked about the stick he was about to light up. Any guesses?
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A packed house had a great time last week at the Drew Estate/De La Concha cigar event in New York City. Weren’t there? Check out the photo gallery below to see what you missed!
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Springfield, Missouri is trying to go completely smoke-free, regardless of what that will mean for local businesses. The mayor, Jim O’Neal, has proposed a broad smoking ban, but one man is fighting back. Christian Hutson, co-owner for Just for Him, notes the ban will make him shut down his in-store smoking room. via KSPR
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Yes, it sets a new world record. I understand, from Gran Habano, that you could have made 25,000 cigars with this tobacco instead of one. (Photo gallery below)
