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6 Spicy South Asian-Inspired Cocktails for Winter
When the weather turns cold, for many it becomes time to reach for a libation that is more robust in character and possibly a little more on
Canadian Whisky Reviews: CANADIAN CLUB INVITATION SERIES HIGH PROOF 18 YEAR OLD
When people think of Canadian Club, Canada's oldest and most iconic brand of whisky, many view it cheifly as a pouring whisky best suited for making high
An Open Letter to Governments Regarding the Application of Different Regulatory Standards for Premium Cigars than Cigarattes (and Other Tobacco Products)
To whom it may concern, In reading this letter, we thank you for your willingness to acheive a deeper understanding of what a premium cigar is truly
Canadian Whisky Reviews: THE GENTLEMAN’S FLAVOR MIDNIGHT MADURO
Crafted to serve as the perfect accompaniment to a full-bodied cigar, Midnight Maduro Cigar Whisky is a collaboration between Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery and The Gentleman's Flavor.
The Gentleman’s Flavor & Okanagan Craft Spirits Release Cigar Whisky
The Gentleman's Flavor and B.C., Canada's Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery have collaborated to release a cigar whisky. "It's a Canadian first" says Tyler Dyck, Okanagan Spirits' CEO
10 Unique Cigar and Whiskey Accessory Gifts for Him
Whether the occasion be Father's Day, a birthday, a promotion, retirement, or maybe just because, cigars and whiskey accessories often make for great gifts for him. Whether
Canadian Whisky Reviews: WAYNE GRETZKY DISTILLERY SIGNATURE RYE
Now under the direction of Master Distiller and Blender Tim Wilson (since 2020), Wayne Gretzky Distillery in Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario has undergone a positive overhaul in its whisky
Canadian Whisky Reviews: WILDLIFE SINGLE MALT by Davin de Kergommeaux
It's not everyday that Canada's foremost reviewer of Canadian whisky drops a guest review for our little website. In typical Davin de Kergommeaux fashion, it's eloquent, supremely
J.P. Wiser’s NHL Alumni Series Whisky Reviews
In 2017, J.P. Wiser’s and the NHL Alumni Association embarked on a collaboration of a limited-run NHL Alumni Whisky Series, with partial proceeds going toward the ongoing
The Gentleman’s Flavor TOP CANADIAN WHISKIES OF 2023
Our list of the Top 10 Canadian Whiskies of 2023 feature a selection of whiskies that were deemed the very best of everything that we encountered in the
10 Cigars to Celebrate With
As I write this, it's a late November afternoon and it just so happens to be the day of my birthday. In celebration of another spin around the
Canadian Whisky Reviews: SIGNAL HILL FOUNDERS SELECT OP
First launched in 2017, Signal Hill Canadian Whisky is an ode to the historical landmark in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada where 1700s British and French forces once
Canadian Whisky Reviews: BEARFACE MILTENACH ISLAND RELEASE
The second release in the Bearface Wilderness Series is titled Mitlenach Island Release and is named after the small, rocky British Columbia Island. "Mitlenach", is an Indigenous
The Triumphant Return of Vodka: 10 Essential Cocktails
Somewhere in the 1950s, the world fell head over heels for vodka. While so-called 'brown spirits' like whiskey and brandy were experiencing a gradual decline in popularity,
Canadian Whisky Reviews: TABER CORN BERBON
Berbon. Burbon. Burrbon. BRBN. More than any other whisky-producing nation, it is Canada that most frequently chooses to make whisky in the style of American bourbon. However,
The Ultimate Cigar Cocktail: The ‘Gentleman’s Flavor’
In 2018, I created The Gentleman's Flavor as a website devoted to the interests of cigar lovers. The content to be found here was to encompass not only
Canadian Whisky Reviews: GRACE BAY RUM CASK CANADIAN WHISKY
Grace Bay is a glorious stretch of white sandy beach in Turks & Caicos. It is typically hailed as one of the most 5 beautiful beaches in
5 Unconventional Must-Try Spirits That Definitely Aren’t Whiskey
Though we're deep in the midst of a global whiskey boom (very deep actually), it's always a good idea to to take a step away from whiskey
Canadian Whisky Reviews: FORTY CREEK ART OF THE BLEND
Art of the Blend coincides with Forty Creek's rebranding as 'Niagara Whisky', which features a somewhat "collegiate-style" of font on the bottles. A new branding schema that
A Match Made In Heaven: Creating Ultimate Cigar Pairings
Pairing a fine cigar with a well chosen drink can result in wonderful sensory experience. The right drink can effectively draw out, heighten or alter specific nuances
The Gentleman’s Flavor TOP CANADIAN WHISKIES OF 2022
Our list of the Top 10 Canadian Whiskies of 2022 feature a selection of whiskies that were deemed the very best of everything that we encountered in
Canadian Whisky Reviews: OKANAGAN SPIRITS LAIRD OF FINTRY
Described by Okanagan Spirits as a "double-wood whisky [that] pays homage to the true story of Captain James Cameron Dun-Waters, 'The Laird' who in the early 1900s
The Gentleman’s Flavor Cuban Rum Report
A week-long rum field research project in Cuba with its Spanish-style of rum, it's brands, and it's state-run industry Apart from mostly rum
Turning Bad Whiskey Into A Great Cocktail
For a whiskey lover, it's a wonderful feeling to take a chance on a new bottle that ultimately ends up really resonating with your tastebuds. Discovering that
Canadian Whisky Reviews: Willibald Farm Bloodline
There's something unique going on at Willibald Farm in Ayr, Ontario. For one, the former livestock farm is now both a distillery AND a brewery, and it
Canadian Whisky Reviews: HARRIS BEACH RYE FIFTY ONE RYE WHISKY
Former Master Blender for Wayne Gretzky Estates, Joshua Beach is now the principle whisky maker for Harris Beach Spirits, and in Rye Fifty One Rye Whisky has
Canadian Whisky Reviews: CARIBOU CROSSING
Sometime during this current whiskey boom that has essentially gone on uninterrupted for the past 12-15 years, a new term emerged: 'shelf appeal'. Most likely a riff
The LCBO And The Case For A Privatization Of Alcohol Sales In Ontario
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (more commonly known as the LCBO) was established in the year 1927 "to control the sale, transportation and delivery of alcohol
Canadian Whisky Reviews: CANADIAN CLUB 20 YEAR
Unlike other Canadian whiskies that are typically blended after the aging process, all Canadian Club whisky is blended before maturation. Thus, the Canadian Club 20 Year Old
Canadian Whisky Reviews: PARADIGM CANADIAN HERITAGE SERIES 19 YEAR
For roughly 100 years, The Kellogg Cereal Company operated out of London, Ontario until ultimately closing their doors in 2014 to consolidate their efforts at the smaller
Just Chill: A Return To Enjoying Spirits With Ice
After reading the following article about incorporating ice into your spirits, you may think it's all pretty neat... Ok, kidding aside, the following piece will take a
Canadian Whisky Reviews: TWO BREWERS INNOVATIVE RELEASE 27
Yukon Single Malt anyone? To many, hearing the utterance "Yukon Single Malt" sounds about as peculiar as hearing about a Mongolian Weissbier. But that's changing - fast.
Rum Production And The Big Sugar Debate
The following piece shall take a look at the common production methods involved in making rum, and will address the hotly debated practice of adding sugar and
Canadian Whisky Reviews: WISER’S RED LETTER
As I sip, I wonder how this recent batch of Wiser's Red Letter would stand up to the original Red Letter liquid that John Phillip Wiser first
PRO CIGAR FESTIVAL 2022: Member Roundup
"The Procigar Festival is a truly unique and memorable experience unmatched in the cigar industry, that beautifully combines educational opportunities, entertainment, leisure activities, loads of premium cigar
Canadian Whisky Reviews: LAST STRAW STOUT WHISKY
Let it be known that Last Straw Distillery's Stout Whisky is not a stout cask finished whisky. The recently released expression came be as the result of
Canadian Whisky Reviews: NINETY TWENTY YEAR OLD RYE WHISKY
Highwood Distillers - who initially acquired this aged whisky from their purchase of Old Potter's Distillery in Kelowna, BC - chose to name this 20 year old
Canadian Whisky Reviews: GREAT PLAINS 18 YEAR BRANDY CASK FINISH
This Canadian whisky by Great Plains in Calgary, Alberta is one of those releases that doesn't quite know what to call itself by. The website refers to
Canadian Whisky Reviews: SHELTER POINT MONTFORT DL 141
Tucked away on Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia is the Shelter Point family farm. Among 'field-to-glass' touting Canadian whiskies, Shelter Point is currently leading the charge
The Cigar Wrapper Article To End All Cigar Wrapper Articles
Judging a cigar by the look of its wrapper can be akin to judging a book by its cover. The enclosed contents can produce quite a different
Canadian Whisky Reviews: ROYAL CANADIAN SMALL BATCH
Royal Canadian Small Batch Whisky features a carefully chosen blend of aged Canadian whiskies that were acquired by Sazerac in the relatively recent purchase of Seagram's in
Canadian Whisky Reviews: KINSIP COOPER’S REVIVAL
Prince Edward County Ontario's Kinsip House of Fine Spirits is home to one of very few cooperages left in Canada today. They are a 'farm distillery' known
The Five After Five: 5 Unique Whisky Gifts
For this December’s 5 After 5, I want to share with you a letter I had recently received: With that, I offer you my top 5 Unique
Holiday Drinks: Resurrecting The Tom and Jerry Cocktail
When the holiday season is in full swing, many people begin to desire eggnog. I however, would like to share with you an alternative, classic egg based
The Five After Five: Top 5 Glenmorangie Whiskies
From the dawn of time we came, moving silently down through the centuries. No one has known we're among you....until now. According to the legend, the area
Canadian Whisky Reviews: Pike Creek PX Cask Finish 22 YO
Following the success of his recent Pike Creek Oloroso Cask Finish 21 year old (2020 Canadian Whisky Of The Year at Canadian Whisky Awards), Hiram Walker's Dr. Don
Canadian Whisky Reviews: LOHIN MCKINNON SINGLE MALT
Located in Surrey, British Columbia, Central City Brewing apply a unique approach to making whisky. Initially, Central City gained acclaim for brewing craft beer over 25 years
What If A Man From The Year 1900 Were To Drink Today’s Whisky?
Awhile back, Kurt Bradley our Editor at The Gentleman's Flavor posed an interesting question to me: "If you gave a man from the year 1900 a glass
The Five After Five: TOP 5 GLENDRONACH WHISKIES
The following Five After Five outlines our Top 5 GlenDronach Single Malt Scotch Whisky releases. Buckle up. Your DeLorean stops at 1826. The gull wing doors pop
Artist Profile: The Whisky Hunter
Apart from an obvious love and devotion to family, these days Toronto's Chris Gormley has two really big passions. The first one has entirely shaped his career.
Canadian Whisky Reviews: CANADIAN ROCKIES 21 YR
Surprisingly, Canadian Rockies, which is produced by Highwood Distillers in High River, Alberta, was originally released at 40% ABV and was made to be shipped exclusively to
The Five After Five: 5 J.P. Wiser’s Whiskies
Amongst all Canadian Whiskies, J.P. Wiser's, which is distilled at the Hiram Walker Distillery in Windsor Ontario, has some of the most devoted of followers. In this
5 Cigars Paired With 5 Whisky Cocktails
It's time to spice up your cigar pairings a little. Though it's generally agreed upon that a cigar pairs well with whisky neat or on the rocks,
The Five After Five: 5 Writer’s Tears Whiskies
Recently, Irish whiskey has been returning to prominence after decades of spending time in the whiskey doldrums. One of it's current key players is Writer's Tears, distilled
Canadian Whisky Reviews: PIKE CREEK 10 YR RUM BARREL FINISH
One of the beautiful things about purchasing whisky in Canada is the ability to obtain 10 year+ age statement whiskies at a consistently affordable price in comparison
Canadian Whisky Reviews: FORTY CREEK FOXHEART
"I’ve dedicated my life to mastering two passions: blending best in class whisky and breeding best in class dogs. For that reason, Foxheart holds a special place
The Five After Five: 5 Blended Scotch Whiskies
Andrew was the first. Then again, maybe he wasn’t. That’s the thing about the history of usquebaugh [late 16th century Gaelic pronounciation of whisky]; sometimes it’s like
Canadian Whisky Reviews: FORTY CREEK VICTORY
Victory is Forty Creek’s 13th annual limited edition whisky released in 2019 – a tribute to the War of 1812 battle known as 'The Engagement at the
Cigars In Canada: Plain Packaging And Beyond
For many Canadian cigar enthusiasts, it's become a familiar sight: a sea of drab, standardized, generically-packaged cigars sitting up on a tobacconist's shelves, all seemingly looking the
The Five After Five: 5 Whiskies That Hit The Right Notes
The light music of whisky falling into glasses made an agreeable interlude.” - The Dubliners I’m sure you’ve heard this before:
Canadian Whisky Reviews: CANADIAN CLUB CHRONICLES 42 YEAR OLD
Beginning in 2017, Canadian Club - the biggest selling brand of Canadian whisky in the US - chose to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Dominion of
Canadian Whisky Reviews: RUPERT’S EXCEPTIONAL CANADIAN WHISKY
Among Canada's provinces, it's widely recognized that Alberta possesses some of the nation's best grain. In Rupert's Exceptional Canadian Whisky by Eau Claire Distilery, a base whisky
Whisky Ambassador Profile: Cameron Millar of The Macallan
Meet Cameron Millar. A gentleman in every sense of the word, Cameron is the Eastern Canada Brand Ambassador and 'caretaker' to some of Scotch whisky's most prestigious
Canadian Whisky Reviews: SIGNAL HILL
Made in concert with the pristine waters of Newfoundland, Canada, Signal Hill Whisky is a blend of 2 types of grain whiskies: corn and barley. The corn
The Five After Five: Five Single Barrel Bourbons
This bourbon-related piece is our very first list Five After Five shortlist on the great American spirit. The following are excerpts from stories of two of bourbon's
Cigar Humidors And The Evolution of Humidification
Cigar humidors come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from a pocket-sized tube kept in your jacket to a walk in cigar oasis in your home. In
Canadian Whisky Reviews: BARNBURNER
Barnburner Handcrafted Ontario Whisky sits among a series of recent Ontario whiskies that swing well above their weight belt in terms of value (just $35 CDN). Sourced 3-year
Canadian Whisky Reviews: LOT 40 DARK OAK RYE
Distilled in both a column and pot still, the Lot 40 Dark Oak 100% Rye is barrelled in new oak casks. Having first spent maturation time in
Canadian Whisky Reviews: Stalk & Barrel Three Barrel Whisky
Stalk & Barrel's Three Barrel Whisky marries rye, single malt and corn whiskies that have all been aged separately in ex-bourbon casks. Made in small batches of
Modern Cocktail Mixology: Pride and Prejudice?
After a dinner date last year at trendy Mexican food spot in Toronto, my date and I decided to stroll a couple of blocks to a nearby
The Five After Five: 5 Port Cask Finished Single Malts
When the Romans arrived in the Iberian Peninsula in 218 BC, they loved it so much they stretched out their stay for another 500 years. Besides the
Canadian Whisky Reviews: THE FORAGER BOTANICAL WHISKY
Forty Creek's The Forager is a lighter-bodied Canadian whisky that is infused with wild botanicals that are more often reserved for the creation of gin. With surprising
Canadian Whisky Reviews: BEARFACE TRIPLE OAK 7 YR
Bearface Triple Oak Whisky is a sourced, single grain whisky (corn) that has been aged for 7 years in ex-bourbon American oak on the shores of Georgian
Cocktails: Understanding The 5 Main Styles
You may be surprised to find out that there are fewer key concepts behind mixing consistently great cocktails than you think. Though it may seem as though
The Five After Five: 5 Non-Scotch Single Malts
The proper drinking of Scotch whisky is more than an indulgence; it's a toast to civilization, a tribute to the continuity of culture, a manifesto
Craft Brewing: Passing Trend Or In For The Long Haul?
These days, I find myself struggling when having to order a beer at a bar or restaurant. I find myself somewhat paralyzed by the sheer number of
How Many Cigars: The Smoking Frequency of the Modern Cigar Enthusiast
How many cigars do you smoke in a day? A month? How about in a year? They're frequently asked questions that seem to produce wildly varying answers,
The Five After Five: Five Cask Strength Whiskies
The following Five After Five instalment takes a look at the world of cask strength whisky, and, as always, includes 5 expressions that maybe you oughta try
Sip & Smoke Pairing: Sinistro Mr. Red Cigar & Foursquare 12 Year Private Cask Selection Rum
This pairing matches Foursquare's complex 12 Year Private Cask Selection Rum with the bold & robust, Sinistro Mr. Red toro cigar. They were chosen for the likelihood
The Art of Blending Whisky
On a very basic level, the art of blending of whisky involves the intricate blending of different types of whiskies into one precise solution. Blended whisky can
5 Spirits To Wonderfully Compliment A Cigar
Given that our individual palates, preferences and options are all different, there are no universally-agreed-upon spirits to pair with a cigar. However having said that, there are
The Five After Five: Five Whiskies From Where?
Iceland: The land of ice and fire. Vikings and gods. Myths and sagas. Darkness and Light. Volcanoes and glaciers. Now, reread that last bit like Christopher Lee
Featured Pairing: Romeo y Julieta Cedros Deluxe No. 3 & Matsui Mizunara Cask
This instalment of our Sip & Smoke Pairings outlines the dynamic between the Cuban Romeo y Julieta Cedros Deluxe No. 3 cigar and the Japanese Matsui Single
Sensory Evaluation: How To Perceive The Flavor And Aroma Notes Of A Cigar
Have you ever scratched your head after reading a cigar review and thought to yourself, "how the heck did they experience all those different flavors? All I taste
Bourbon: The Inimitable American Spirit
Bourbon. Often referred to as 'America's native spirit', it's about as American as a spirit can get. It's so American in fact, that strict rules and regulations
A Non-Smoker’s Journey To Cigar Appreciation by Michael Gregory
Within the last 6 months, at the ripe age of 40, I have finally come to appreciate a good cigar. What took so long? A Filthy Habit
The Five After Five: 5 Types of Irish Whiskey with Renaud Timson
To The Emerald Isle: To The Land of Saints and Scholars: To Hibernia: I just have to say: “Go raibh maith agat”. Actually, I’ll just write it.
Quality Over Quantity: Enjoying Whisky For Flavor
You've heard it countless times before: Enjoy Responsibly. Yes, the message typically ends up sounding kind of like some sort of after school special. However, when it
Coast To Coast: The Craft Boom of Canadian Rum
Since originating in the West Indies sometime in the 1600's, rum has remained hugely popular in coastal communities and with those known as 'sea-faring people'. To pay
5 Warming Cocktails To Beat Cold Weather
Unless you happen live in a climate that remains nice and warm year round, you're likely going to be exposed to the colder elements during the late
The Five After Five: 5 Whiskies Under $35
Just 35 dollars? Canadian? Really? [NOTE: At time of writing, this converts to approximately $26 USD] Bargain Hunting 101 Yard and or gar(b)age sales, flea markets and
Pairing Cigars With ‘The Brown Spirits’ by Brendan Waller
The amazing thing about the brown spirits like bourbon, rum, and cognac to mention a few, is that they are often paired well with the right cigars.
On Pairing Cigars and Coffee (with Delicia Silva)
The anticipation and excitement generally kicks in after a quick whiff of some very familiar and pleasurable aromatics: The opening of a bag of coffee beans. The
The Five After Five: 5 Peated Whiskies with Renaud Timson
Rannoch Moor, Scotland on Saturday, April 8 in the year 1505. Two kilted and tammed Scots are sitting by a roaring fire to help take the dampness
OWLS: Ontario Whiskey Lover’s Society and the Art of Whiskey Collecting
UPDATED APRIL 2023 Renaud Timson likes his whisky. So much in fact, that that the Ottawa, Canada native is actually a bona fide, card-carrying member of the
A Gentleman’s Urban Retreat: Village Cigar Company & Barbershop
For a brick & mortar establishment that caters to men, success can often be found through curating a unique, off-the-beaten-path kind of experience for a gentleman to
A Little Cheer For The Clear Spirits
A little while back, while out and about in downtown Toronto, I found myself out with a friend for some hipster tacos and overly complicated cocktails at
Gin & Tonic: A Preventative Potation For COVID-19?
NOTE: The following article does NOT advise that consuming alcohol can be used as protection or as a cure from COVID-19 or any other virus. Take the
Cigar Subscriptions: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
Finally a subscription service you'll love burning through: introducing, Bevs & Burns. The idea behind a modern day subscription service is
The History And Future Of Canadian Whisky
Much like scotch or bourbon, Canadian whisky has a very storied history, one that has seen it evolve into into the quintessentially smooth spirit we recognize and
Cocktails: Torched Botanical Whisky Fizz
The arrival of warm weather means it's time for refreshing summer cocktails - and we have just the cocktail for you...
Premium Pairing: Forty Creek Confederation Oak Whisky & Montecristo No. 2 Cigar
Like star-crossed lovers, it just so happens that some things were ultimately meant to be together. When it comes to pairing a cigar with whisky, we've fallen
Beer: How To Home Brew A Black IPA
As a seasoned home brewer, I have a shortlist of go-to beer style favourites that I like to brew and quaff on the regular. As i'm sure
Lifting The Embargo: Cuban Cigars In America
Have you ever wondered what would happen if the decades-old trade barriers to Cuba were lifted making it possible to enjoy Cuban cigars throughout America - the
Leading Ladies of the Leaf: Delicia Silva, ‘The Cigar Vixen’
Within visually-centric social media such as Instagram, there exists a growing spectrum of female cigar smoker profiles who foremost choose to capitalize on an angle of sex appeal
Leading Ladies of the Leaf: Octavia Toliver
Sausage party. The aforementioned two words are synonymous with cigar smoking, as well over 90% of all cigar smokers are male. Since at least when Columbus first
The Indelible Allure of Cigar Porn
Much like food, photography portraying a cigar can make for a highly stimulating sensory experience for enthusiasts, often referred to as, 'cigar porn'. The Visual Appeal of
Plain Packaging: Death of the Cigar Band In Canada
In Canada, things have once again changed in the world of tobacco. Effective April 23, 2019, the government of Canada enacted strict new tobacco product regulations which
Is ‘Cuban Cigar Envy’ A Thing?
We often want what we can’t have. When it comes to desire, there's the potential to be left disappointed - even heartbroken. To protect ourselves, we may
Cigar Iconography: The Cigar Store Indian
Before literacy rates were as high as they are today, we often relied on identifiable iconography and symbols for means of signage and advertising that could be
5 Telltale Signs of a Fake Cigar
You may have seen it before; a guy on the beach somewhere in the Caribbean with a backpack full of cigars to sell you. His story is
Ultimate Cigar Mancaves: Dr. Glenn
For many avid cigar enthusiasts, the quest to create the ultimate personal spot to comfortably enjoy cigars is a seemingly endless one. In many parts of the
Trusted Tobacconist: Culebra Cigars, Ontario, California
Culebra Cigars was recently opened in May of 2019 adjacent to the Ontario Mills Mall in Ontario, California. Proprietor Robert O'Neill has a very large lounge in
The Art of Pairing Food, Beer & Cigars at Tailgate Parties
As a new NFL season gets underway, so do fan tailgate parties. To millions of die-hard football fans, tailgating pre- or post-game represents an ideal time to
House of Horvath: A Toronto Cigar Legacy
House of Horvath, located on 77 Ossington Avenue in Toronto, Canada has been essentially making cigars since before the Great Depression. Though the popular 'Ossington strip' it's
Dunhill: An Empire of Gentleman’s Luxury
Previously, The Gentleman's Flavor profiled a piece on the famous Nat Sherman's Townhouse, as we paid a visit to the modern day institution of tobacco's brownstone located
A Cali Cigar Pilgrimage: La Aroma De Havana in Pismo Beach, CA
In my travels, I recently found myself in northern Santa Barbara County, California, in the city of Santa Maria. Though Santa Maria is a nice little agricultural
Cigar Culture Ablaze in Western N.Y.
When you think about fine cigars and the USA, the mind often jumps to the warm, sunny locales of cities such as Las Vegas, Phoenix, Dallas, Tampa
A Deeper Look: Why We Smoke
Where there is smoke there is fire. More than ever before, man has successfully harnessed the power of fire for his own use. The ancient Greeks believed
Old Dominick Distillery: A Tennessee Whiskey Rebirth
in the heart of the city of Memphis, Tennessee, there exists a distillery with a very storied history involving creation, death and ultimately, rebirth. It's called Old
Trusted Tobacconist: Jerry’s Cigars In Tucson, Arizona
I recently had the opportunity to thoroughly enjoy the El Güegüense, a maduro robusto 'top-5 of 2018' cigar also known to English speakers as 'The Wiseman' on
Weapons of the Weekend Warrior: A Gentleman’s Tactical Guide To Cigars
If you've recently dipped your toe into the wonderful world of cigars - or you may be considering doing so - we wish to impart some useful
My Favorite Cuban Cocktail: El Presidente
When people think of Cuban cocktails, the mind typically jumps to the Mojito or Daiquiri first. Apart from these two classic tropical libations, one might even think
Cuban Cigars And The Problem Of A Command Economy
Cuban cigars are, without question, some of the finest cigars made anywhere in the world, and have been for centuries. La República de Cuba is considered the
A Visit To The Don Lucas Cigar Factory In The Dominican Republic
With an embargo between the United States and Cuba that has persisted since 1958, the Dominican Republic has served as one of the largest exporters of premium
Being ‘The Cigar Guy’ Of Your Circle
If given the opportunity within the right setting, I firmly believe that most men will jump at the chance to enjoy a good cigar among friends. Enjoying
Inside The Nat Sherman Townhouse
UPDATE: The following piece is a personal account of a visit to The Nat Sherman Townhouse in New York City in 2017. As of September 25th 2020,
Cigars: The Rule of Thirds
To some, it often understood that there are three distinct stages of smoking a cigar, also known as 'the rule of thirds'. Stage one is described as
The Breakfast Cigar
There is something truly wonderful about 'the breakfast cigar'. It is at once both an eye opener and yet a mellower. A wonderful feature from the nicotine
White Ties and Tall Tales
Do you recall ever having seen seen an old movie where after dinner the men “retire” to a billiard or parlour room for cigars and brandies? I often
My First Cigar
Over the years, I've been a smoker of all things tobacco. From yes, cigarettes, to cigars, pipes, and even the occasional hookah, I've certainly been a smoker of
Why We Age Cigars
You may wonder why someone would choose to age cigars in a humidor. Similarly, you may wonder why cigar boxes are stamped with a date code on the
Wedding Cigars
Weddings are a time for celebration, and cigars make a welcome addition to such joyous events. A cigar is also the perfect excuse for the men to
“Some people meditate. I smoke cigars.”
“Smoking cigars is like falling in love. First you are attracted by its shape; you stay for its flavor, and you must always remember to never let the flame go out.”
” A cigar is as good as the memories that you have when you smoked it”.