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There’s still a chance to grab a spot at this world-class cigar celebration, but you’ll have to act quickly If you’ve always wanted to visit a cigar factory or tobacco field but never knew quite how to do it, then the ProCigar Festival in the Dominican Republic might be the perfect chance for that cigar-centric […]
In 1908, Japanese biochemist Kikunae Ikeda attempted to reproduce the savory taste found in seaweed and thus formulated an additive called monosodium glutamate. It’s used today to not only add flavor to foods, but to also enhance the perception of the ingredients in any given dish. In the cigar world, there’s a tobacco that does […]
An analysis of all of the cigars rated by Cigar Insider this year Our annual Cigar Insider Year in Review is the most thorough, qualitative analysis of premium cigars available, as it draws upon our database of hundreds of scores published throughout the calendar year. By relying on a year’s worth of cigar ratings, we’re […]
The FDA attempted to make its case to three justices in hopes of overturning the ruling that frees the premium cigar industry from overregulation It seemed to be a good day in court for the cigar industry this morning, or rather a difficult one for the FDA. The Food & Drug Administration made opening arguments […]
From seed to shelf, from filler to binder to wrapper, these are the 10 things every cigar aficionado needs to know when cutting, lighting and smoking his favorite cigar. The comforting world of premium cigars can sometimes seem bogged down by endless choices, confusing messages and opinions posing as fact. It can be a complicated, […]
The Lone Star State is about to get its third, massive Cigars International store, this time, in San Antonio. According to parent company Scandinavian Tobacco Group, the store will span 7,197 square feet of interior space with an additional 1,500 square-foot patio for outdoor smoking. The grand opening is scheduled for May 14. So why […]
Lighting a cigar is not like lighting the tip of a cigarette or the wick of a candle—it takes longer. In other words, patience is key, especially when you are starting out. Mistakes happen even if you are a seasoned cigar veteran, so just accept it and try not to let errors ruin what should […]
There’s no need to repeatedly tap or flick a cigar’s ash like that of a cigarette. Handmade cigars are crafted from long-filler tobacco, which holds a far longer and sturdier ash than a cigarette, whose ash flakes and end up in your lap if left to any length. Fiddling with the ash with too much […]
A bad cut will ruin even the best of cigars, so it’s important to snip your smoke correctly to avoid problems later. Before you begin, it’s important to know that the object of the cut is to create an ample. smooth opening for smoking without damaging the cigar’s structure. With most cigars, this means cutting […]