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Cigar reviews, tastings and news

cigars

Feb 26, 2026

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14 min read

Are Cuban Cigars Overrated?

The truth might surprise you.

Bo Kauffmann

Cigar Culture

The Volcanic Leaf Changing What’s in Your Humidor

Nov 20, 2025

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3 min read

The Volcanic Leaf Changing What’s in Your Humidor

A journey through volcanic soil, deep flavor, and the leaf behind today’s best Maduros.

Bo Kauffmann

Rum and Cigars

Cigar Rum Pairing: The Tradition That Never Faded

Nov 6, 2025

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3 min read

Cigar Rum Pairing: The Tradition That Never Faded

Whiskey may headline the lounge today, but rum still carries the heartbeat of cigar tradition.”

Bo Kauffmann

cameroon

Oct 30, 2025

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3 min read

Cameroon Cigar Wrapper: Africa’s Golden Legacy

From fragile leaves to Fuente fame — how a golden African wrapper became the soul of cigar craftsmanship.

Bo Kauffmann

Cigar Culture

JFK’s Cigars and the Embargo That Changed Everything

Oct 9, 2025

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3 min read

JFK’s Cigars and the Embargo That Changed Everything

He filled his humidor, then changed cigar history forever.

Bo Kauffmann

American History

Sep 25, 2025

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3 min read

Smoke and Survival in the Civil War

From campfire rituals to a lost order wrapped around cigars, discover how tobacco shaped the war’s most human moments.

Bo Kauffmann

Cask-Finished Whiskey

Aug 21, 2025

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3 min read

Cask-Finished Whiskeys & The Connecticut Wrapper

Discover how sherry, port, and rum barrels transform whiskey — and why the golden Connecticut wrapper remains a timeless cigar classic.

Bo Kauffmann

mild creamy cigars for beginners

Connecticut Shade Cigars: Top Pairings & Picks

Aug 19, 2025

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3 min read

Connecticut Shade Cigars: Top Pairings & Picks

Elegant, creamy, and refined — discover the best Connecticut Shade cigars, drink pairings, and lighters for the perfect smoke.

Bo Kauffmann

speyside scotch

Aug 5, 2025

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3 min read

Speyside Scotch & Cigar Pairings: A Smooth Guide

Discover Speyside Scotch’s smooth flavors and the cigars that bring out its best notes.

Bo Kauffmann

sustainable cigars

Jul 21, 2025

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3 min read

Sustainable Cigars: How the Industry Is Going Green

Eco-friendly tobacco practices shaping premium cigars

Bo Kauffmann

bourbon

Jul 18, 2025

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3 min read

Smoke Signals Is Here

Your guide to great cigars and whiskeys

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Jul 10, 2025

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8 min read

Top 5 Morning Cigars to Start Your Day

Smooth, flavorful smokes for early risers

Bo Kauffmann

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La Promesa vs. Ashton Classic: Which Cigar Is Right for You? 🔥💨

Feb 5, 2025

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5 min read

La Promesa vs. Ashton Classic: Which Cigar Is Right for You? 🔥💨

🔥 Smooth & Mellow vs. Bold & Complex – Find Your Perfect Cigar! 💨

Bo Kauffmann

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🔥 Spicy or Sweet? How to Pair BBQ with Different Cigar Flavor Profiles

Jan 26, 2025

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6 min read

🔥 Spicy or Sweet? How to Pair BBQ with Different Cigar Flavor Profiles

Enhance Your BBQ Experience with Perfect Cigar Pairings

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

2025 Cigar Trends: What’s Hot in the Cigar World?

Jan 19, 2025

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5 min read

2025 Cigar Trends: What’s Hot in the Cigar World?

Exploring the Latest Innovations, Blends, and Trends in Cigars

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Jan 14, 2025

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7 min read

Evolution and History of Cigar Rolling

Discover the Art and Evolution of Handmade Cigars

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Jan 6, 2025

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7 min read

The Social Side of Smoking: How Cigars Build Connections

How cigars unite people through tradition and shared moments.

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Dec 27, 2024

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6 min read

2025 Trends to Watch in the Cigar World

Explore the Future of Cigars: Innovations, Releases, and Culture in 2025

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Dec 22, 2024

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5 min read

Southern Draw Morning Glory

A Smooth, Creamy Cigar For Any Occasion

Bo Kauffmann

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Cohiba Serie M 2023: An In-Depth Review 🥃🔥

Oct 20, 2024

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7 min read

Cohiba Serie M 2023: An In-Depth Review 🥃🔥

A luxurious, handcrafted cigar offering rich flavors and bold complexity.

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Perdomo 10th Anniversary Maduro: A Rich, Flavorful Journey

Oct 12, 2024

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8 min read

Perdomo 10th Anniversary Maduro: A Rich, Flavorful Journey

History & Tasting Review

Bo Kauffmann

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Southern Draw Jacob’s Ladder Cigar: A Bold Journey into Flavor

Oct 7, 2024

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7 min read

Southern Draw Jacob’s Ladder Cigar: A Bold Journey into Flavor

A Deep Dive into Flavor and Craftsmanship with Southern Draw’s Boldest Cigar Yet

Bo Kauffmann

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The AVO XO Cigar: A Symphony of Flavors 🎶

Sep 30, 2024

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8 min read

The AVO XO Cigar: A Symphony of Flavors 🎶

Smooth, Balanced, and Crafted to Perfection

Bo Kauffmann

cigars

Knob Creek 9 Year Small Batch: A Bold Classic Bourbon

Sep 23, 2024

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8 min read

Knob Creek 9 Year Small Batch: A Bold Classic Bourbon

A bourbon rich in flavor and history.

Bo Kauffmann

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H. Upmann 1944 Reserve Toro: A Comprehensive Review

Sep 13, 2024

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8 min read

H. Upmann 1944 Reserve Toro: A Comprehensive Review

A Legacy in Every Puff: The H. Upmann 1944 Reserve Toro

Bo Kauffmann, +1

cigars

Are Cuban Cigars Overrated?

The Volcanic Leaf Changing What’s in Your Humidor

Cigar Rum Pairing: The Tradition That Never Faded

Cameroon Cigar Wrapper: Africa’s Golden Legacy

JFK’s Cigars and the Embargo That Changed Everything

Smoke and Survival in the Civil War

Cask-Finished Whiskeys & The Connecticut Wrapper

Connecticut Shade Cigars: Top Pairings & Picks

Speyside Scotch & Cigar Pairings: A Smooth Guide

Sustainable Cigars: How the Industry Is Going Green

Smoke Signals Is Here

Top 5 Morning Cigars to Start Your Day

La Promesa vs. Ashton Classic: Which Cigar Is Right for You? 🔥💨

🔥 Spicy or Sweet? How to Pair BBQ with Different Cigar Flavor Profiles

2025 Cigar Trends: What’s Hot in the Cigar World?

Evolution and History of Cigar Rolling

The Social Side of Smoking: How Cigars Build Connections

2025 Trends to Watch in the Cigar World

Southern Draw Morning Glory

Cohiba Serie M 2023: An In-Depth Review 🥃🔥

Perdomo 10th Anniversary Maduro: A Rich, Flavorful Journey

Southern Draw Jacob’s Ladder Cigar: A Bold Journey into Flavor

The AVO XO Cigar: A Symphony of Flavors 🎶

Knob Creek 9 Year Small Batch: A Bold Classic Bourbon

H. Upmann 1944 Reserve Toro: A Comprehensive Review

Smoke Signals

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