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To say that taste is subjective is to elicit sighs and yawns. Everyone knows this to be true. Yet, to see it in action is eye-opening. On a recent trip to the La Aurora factory in the Dominican Republic, I participated in a cigar tasting and blending seminar, led by local guru Jose Blanco. Does [...]
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Ever wondered how Drew Estate cigars are made? Watch this video with company co-founder Marvin Samel to learn the intricacies of the cigar manufacturing process. Disclosure: I received a cigar, a few slices of pizza and a few glasses of cognac free at this event.
I just finished reading “Cigar Companies in Trouble” over at Puffing Cigars – don’t worry, it’s not nearly as gloomy as it sounds. It talks about the competition out on the market and how boutique manufacturers and the big guys will bump up against each other in the marketplace. The little guys, it seems, are [...]
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How does the rain afect the way your cigars taste? How about other aspects of the growing and production process? Watch this video interview with Jose Blanco of La Aurora to gain some insight into how small changes can make a big difference in your cigars.
It’s not nearly as easy as you think! The proess involves a hefty amount of trial and error, carefulattention to flavor and strength … and a hell of a lot of smoking. But, if you navigate it properly, you’ll wind up with a tasy, complex cigar that you and thousands of people will enjoy. Head [...]
