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OK we have all heard of the dangers of smoking cigarettes, but what are the risks of smoking cigars, and is it just as life-threatening? Well, according to the National Cancer Institute, frequent cigar smoking can lead to a major health threat as scientific study has connected cigar smoking with cancers of the larynx, lungs, esophagus, and the mouth. Newer research also shows that cigar smoking may be strongly associated with the growth of cancer in the pancreas. Doctors Also caution that... Read Full Story
Natalie;_legs asked;:
I re;ce;ntly bought a humidor, dece;nt quality, not the best but it has a good seal and looks nice;. curre;ntly where; i live it has been very humid. the hygrometer on the Humidor read;s 90 (way too high) but the cigars inside are; too dry, one of my finest is so dry that it began to cra;ck, i will probably have to throw it out.
What do i do, the box says its too humid, the cigars are; too dry. Grhh, I dont get it.
Cigars are; considered; a spirit, as they are; enjoyed similiar to a fine wine... Read Full Story
Award-Winning Serie No. 9 Cigar
Padrón , one of the leading cigar manufacturers, released their famous 1926 Serie to commemorate Jóse O. Padrón’s 75th birthday in 2002. Seven years later, it is still considered to be some of the top cigars ever produced. The seven cigar series has been rated highly by Cigar Aficionado , with the Serie No. 9 garnering a 97 in February 2008.
The Padrón family has been involved in the tobacco industry since the late 1800s, with production starting in... Read Full Story
Today I’m smoking the La Aurora Preferido 1903 Cameroon Robusto from Miami Cigar Company . Featuring a true African Cameroon wrapper, the tobacco in this Dominican cigar is aged for 2 years followed by several months in oak barrels, and is rolled by a single roller throughout before 6 more months of aging.
Much shorter review this time! Paired it with some Woodford Reserve bourbon, and talk about the inspiration for the pairing.
Company: Miami Cigar Company
Made In: Dominican... Read Full Story
Sure we’re all aware of the health perils involved with smoking, but is cigar smoking just as hazardous, or worse, than smoking cigarettes? Well, according to the National Cancer Institute, regular cigar smoking can result in a major health threat as scientific study has connected cigar smoking with cancers of the voice box, lungs, esophagus, and the mouth. Newer study In addition signals that cigar smoking may be strongly connected with the development of cancer in the pancreas. Lung... Read Full Story
by Dave Sabot
If you are new to the world of cigars, it can be a confusing place, particularly the lighting process. You’ll find a lot of information out there that’s a bit conflicting. However, one of the first things that you should learn is what you can and cannot use to light your cigar. For instance, if you are contemplating lighting your cigar with a Zippo lighter, you should put the lighter down and back away. Why should you not use a Zippo to light up your smoke? What happens... Read Full Story
Since today is the end of Daylight Savings Time, and we all gained an hour of sleep, I thought I’d list my top 5 short smokes to fit in that extra hour. You’ll notice I picked cigars that are full flavor, but not necessarily full bodied. If I only have time for a petite corona or short robusto, I want to get maximum enjoyment out of it. For a lot of us, this time of year also means the the start of cold weather, and having an enjoyable smoke that you can finish before frostbite sets in is... Read Full Story
Again, I found another great offer (yes, in Playboy Magazine) for Cigars!
Romeo y Julieta Habana Reserve !
I got mine, and shared with my husband, the fantastic cigars in this offer!
You get one each: Belicoso, Churchill, Toro and Robusto!
And all for $7.95 shipping/handling! You can’t go wrong at this price!!
Go to Romeo y Julieta Habana Reserve ! Read Full Story
Gf;iz G aske;d:
I mea;n cigars don’t give you any buzz like cigarettes, so wha;t def;ines a good; cigar, and why are Cuba;ns so good;?
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