La Gianna Havana Natural Toro is a cigar built on sentiment and legacy—originally created by David Garofalo in 1994 to celebrate the birth of his daughter, Gianna. This cigar carries with it not only decades of tradition but also a commitment to approachable, flavorful craftsmanship. Rolled in Honduras, it features an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper over Honduran binder and fillers. The cigar presents beautifully with a butterscotch, sandy brown hue. Its wrapper is smooth with a […]
This week on The After Show, we discuss General Cigars losing the Cohiba trademark in the US to Cuba. What does this mean for future projects from General Cigar? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH
Madrid, Spain— Selected Tobacco, under the visionary leadership of Nelson Alfonso, proudly announces the release of its most exclusive offering to date: The Nelson. This limited-edition line pays homage to the Alfonso family legacy while continuing Selected Tobacco’s unique care during their post roll aging process. The Nelson will be available exclusively as a 6 × 54 vitola presented in commemorative packages that include five, four year aged cigars and a custom-designed ashtray created by […]
This week on The Ash Holes, Drew Newman, Owner of JC Newman Cigars joins us live! This May marks J.C. Newman’s 130th Anniversary & Drew Newman is here to share the story of JC Newman with us! We also have our Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, & Weekly Top 5. The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys […]
This week on The Cigar Authority we ask, who are the Real Stars of the Cigar Industry!? Is it the growers, manufacturers, marketers faces, influencers, media or consumers. In the first hour, we’ll be smoking the Gold Star Robusto. Let’s find out who the Real Stars of Cigars Are! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United […]
The new Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva has arrived in stores. Originally intended as an 80th anniversary project, the quest for an unforgettable, legacy-defining cigar took longer than expected. Now, at 87 years old, Julio proudly presents a Pinareño puro, crafted from the rare and challenging Pinareño seed, first brought to Honduras by Tino Agurdin in 1960. The Pinareño seed, known for its small yields and delicate nature, is even more susceptible to disease than Corojo, […]
The Bentley Green Edition Robusto is a Nicaraguan-made cigar that combines elegance and approachability in a well-crafted format. Dressed in an Ecuadorian Rosado wrapper, this Robusto immediately catches the eye with its smooth, reddish-brown hue. The wrapper is clean with minimal veins and tight seams, giving the cigar a refined appearance. It’s well-packed and feels substantial in the hand, promising a quality experience. Upon lighting, the first third delivers a burst of cedar wood that […]
This week on The After Show, Nick and Nicholas Perdomo of Perdomo Cigars join us to discuss limited availability cigars. What is the difference between limited edition & limited availability? Why is one size like Perdomo Legacy Gran Belicoso considered limited availability cigars but the other sizes in the line are not? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 […]
This week on The Ash Holes. Perdomo Legacy Launched! Perdomo Legacy debuted last week at Two Guys & is red hot! Let’s talk about this new cigar & how Perdomo has made launching new products so successful! The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s the Perdomo Legacy National Launch with Nick & Nicholas Perdomo Live in Studio! Perdomo Legacy is officially on sale! We discuss with Nick & Nicholas Perdomo’s Legacy & how this project came to life . In the first hour, we’ll be smoking the Perdomo Legacy Shade Grown Robusto. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority […]