Gigantes? Gordos? Grandes? Call them what you want, but they’re 6 inches long and have a ring gauge of 60. These are the hot new sizes in the cigar market, according to Cigar Aficionado, and the amount 6×60 cigars hitting retailer shelves is on the rise, particularly based on what came out last week at [...]
Interested in trying out Macanudo, Punch, Partagas, Hoyo de Monterrey or La Gloria Cubana? Well, here’s your chance.: In celebrating its 50th anniversary, General Cigar is going to have a ten (10) city tour in smoke-friendly places across the U.S. Here’s the full event schedule via their website www.cigarcelebration.com. Benji Menendez, the master cigar blender, will [...]
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As I walked in, I picked up a crystal chalice and a pamphlet describing each whiskey, cigar, and their recommended pairings. I was a bit surprised to find that there were no guides to lead us through the tasting experience. (I may very well be spoiled by Jose Blanco’s blending event). But extremely helpful BaDC [...]
Continue reading about Scotch, Bourbon and Cigar Tasting in Washington DC: On the Ground
DC lawyers sure love whiskey and cigars. The Young Lawyers Section of the Bar Association of the District of Columbia, Beam Global, and General Cigar Company is hosting a Scotch, Bourbon, and cigar tasting at the offices of Sutherland, Asbill & Brennan LLP. We could use more lawyers to help us rally against all those [...]
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Looking for some free cigars? Head over to see our friends at Toasted Foot. You could win a box of Macanudo cigars (several opportunities available). All you need to do is leave a comment telling everyone that you’ve entered. Hey, I’m a big fan of free sticks, so I encourage you to go check this [...]
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Dad’s day is right around the corner, and for those of us who smoke cigars, it’s time to whip out the wish list. If you’re not sure which stick to pair with this special occasion, turn to Vin Lee, CEO of the Beverly Hills Cigar Club, for some advice. He’s put together five recommendations for [...]
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Let’s welcome a new cigar to the fold. The Macanudo Gold Label Cigar is is a limited edition stick with a unique twist: it’s box pressed! The cigar has a golden Connecticut shade wrapper around a hefty 60 ring gauge stick (which is 6 inches long). According to Bonita Smoke Shop, the Macanudo Gold Label: [...]
