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Cigar Events – Past, Present and Future With Tony V & Dan

This week on The Cigar Authority, we’re talking Cigar Events-Past, Present, & Future with Comedian Tony V & Dan Davison of The Ash Holes! Neither of these two are strangers to cigar events, lets talk to them about their experiences & what we all think cigar events will look like in the future while smoking Stadium Series 6×60! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. […]

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Liga Privada Aniversario

Liga Privada Aniversario Robusto Cigar Review

The Liga Privada Aniversario Robusto from Drew Estate was created to celebrate a decade of excellence, and it certainly delivers a memorable smoking experience. This limited-edition cigar features a rare Criollo-seed wrapper grown exclusively in the Connecticut River Valley, paired with a Mexican San Andrés negro binder and a blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers. The presentation is striking, with a fan pigtail cap and closed foot. Its mottled, dark chocolate wrapper glistens with oils […]

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Women

Are Women Taking Over the Cigar Industry? – The After Show

On today’s After Show, we follow up on the discussion about women and cigars from last week’s episode of the The Ashholes. Are women poised to take over the cigar industry? 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. As always you can find many of the cigars we […]

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Cameroon Firecracker

El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Shipping Soon To Stores

Hudson, NH – The United Cigar and J.C. Newman’s El Baton Cameroon Firecracker collaboration ships to Firecracker Retailers at the end of the month. This partnership marks the first time J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has created a Firecracker, all in honor of the 60th anniversary of Stanford J. Newman’s discovery of Cameroon tobacco. The El Baton Cameroon Firecracker by J.C. Newman will feature the El Baton band and pay tribute to the rich history and […]

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Cameroon Tobacco

The History of Cameroon Tobacco & Cigars

This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s the Story of Cameroon Tobacco! Cameroon wrapper is one of the rarest & most difficult cigar tobaccos to work with. What make’s this leaf stand out among the rest? Find out this week. In the first hour, we’ll be smoking a rare Cameroon cigar from deep inside the vault, and we will smoke United Sun Grown in the second hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan […]

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CLE Maduro

CLE Maduro 11/18 Cigar Review

The CLE Maduro 11/18 is a beautifully crafted perfecto that immediately stands out with its bulbous shape and rustic charm. The dark Mexican San Andrés wrapper, slightly rough with moderate tooth, gives it a bold, earthy look that contrasts with the smooth draw it delivers. The construction is excellent, with a clean burn that held up even on a windy day, a testament to CLE’s craftsmanship. From the first third, flavors of milk chocolate and […]

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Women

What’s Happening with Cigar Tariffs? – The After Show

On today’s After Show show, we look into the current state of cigar tariffs. How do tariffs this affect the cigar industry? We talk about some of the possible consequences of cigar tariffs. 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. As always you can find many of the […]

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Ed Santamaria

30 Years At Two Guys With Ed Santamaria – The Ash Holes

This week on The Ash Holes, we are joined by Ed Santamaria, Buyer at Two Guys Smoke Shop. Two Guys may be celebrating it’s 40th Anniversary this year but theres another special Two Guys Milestone to talk about as Ed is celebrating his 30th year working for the company! 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 […]

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Casa Carrillo Endure

Casa Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda Launch Coming To Two Guys

Hudson, NH – On Thursday, August 28, 2025, Two Guys Smoke Shop continues its year-long 40th Anniversary celebration in grand style with the exclusive release of the Casa Carrillo Endure Corona Gorda — a limited-production extension of the acclaimed Endure line. Measuring 6″ x 46, the Endure Corona Gorda is a rare treat for cigar aficionados, marking the first time in decades that Casa Carrillo has used authentic African Cameroon wrappers from the legendary Meerapfel […]

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Low Priced Cigars

Low Priced Cigars $10 & Under!

This week on The Cigar Authority, we’re talking low priced cigars under $10, they’re harder to find now than you think! With tariffs & prices on the rise, it’s harder every day to find a great cigar for a great price under $10 we’ll show you some of our favorites. In the first hour, we’ll smoke Intemperance Whiskey Rebellion McFarlane Perfecto Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and […]

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