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Avo Uvezian Dies at 91
Avo Uvezian, famous jazz pianist turned legendary cigar maker has played his final tune and smoked his final cigar two days after his 91st birthday he has passed away and left us. With deep sorrow and a heavy heart we say good bye to a dear friend! Avo Uvezian starts from very humble beginnings, born…
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The Wonderful Spanish Cedar
Ahhh… The Spanish cedar, what would we do without it? Every cigar aficionado heard of the Spanish Cedar. This is the wood that most cigar boxes are made of, and which thin boards of it line the interior of humidors. But very few are aware that the Spanish Cedar is neither Cedar nor Spanish!
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Cocktails, Tricks of the Pros
No, I’m not talking about flaring. Good bartenders know secrets that yield impressive drinks; things which enhance the drinks and the presentation and the joy. When a bartender is asked how he does it, he assumes an expression of mystery and retort, “That’s my secret.” Since many of us host at home, and make drinks…
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The Cigar and Women’s Thighs
Whence comes the legend that Cuban torcedors roll cigars on their thighs? What does it have to do with Cohiba and prostitutes? There is a fascinating legend about cigars which roams about. It’s about premium Cuban cigars are rolled by women on their thighs. It seems that everyone heard it. Is it true? Well, Legends…
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Top Cigar Accessories and How to Organize Them
Smoking fine cigars is a relaxing and luxurious activity. When you smoke a cigar, you are sure to enjoy richly layered flavors along with a sense of style and taste. Let’s look at some top cigar accessories and how to organize them.
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Is that Mold or Plume?
Sometimes you might see some fine white powdery dust that forms on your cigars. Have no fear, this isn’t mold. It’s actually called Plume (also known as Bloom) and it forms on cigars when oils exude from the tobacco as a result of aging. The oils then dry to create a white powder on the…
Cigar Lifestyle
It’s not just an activity. It’s a lifestyle. Well, isn’t it? We’re here to suggest to you why you might want to try a certain cigar with your morning coffee, or enlighten you about the distressing/relaxation benefits of enjoying your cigar with a nice whiskey by the fire or on the porch. Because it is a part of us. And they’re tasty too…right?
