Episode #1000

Episode #1000! The History of Cigar Media

This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s Episode #1000! With the show hitting this milestone it’s the perfect time for us to discuss the History of Cigar Media! Join us as we look back as cigar media has evolved & changed overtime including our own show! We will smoke Camacho Connecticut Toro in the first hour. Enjoy Episode #1000 Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about […]

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Abuelo Padre

Abuelo Padre Cigar Review

Abuelo Padre, true to it’s name meaning “grandfather” & “father” in Spanish, is a heartfelt homage to the patriarchs who laid the foundation for future generations. Handcrafted in Honduras at the Fabrica de Puros Aladino S.A. in Las Lomas, Jamastran, these cigars reflect the expertise of the legendary Julio R. Eiroa. Featuring a curated blend of Honduran-grown Cuban-seed Corojo filler and binders, wrapped in a rich, dark Habano leaf. From the outset, the Abuelo Padre […]

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Cigar Cabinet

The Cigar Cabinet – The After Show

This week on The After Show, its the Cigar Cabinet! The president elect is busy appointing his new cabinet. On today’s episode, we discuss who from the cigar industry should fill which cigar cabinet positions. Hopefully, this will be interesting if somewhat ridiculous. 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 […]

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2024 Contenders

2024 Contenders for The Cigar of The Year

The 2024 Contenders for The Cigar of the Year have arrived! The anticipation is over, and the stage is set for The Cigar Authority’s most coveted honor—The Cigar of the Year. With stringent criteria in place, the contenders for 2024 have been meticulously chosen, representing the pinnacle of excellence in the world of cigars. Let’s delve into the 7 contenders vying for the prestigious title. You can purchase the contenders pack here: https://www.2guyscigars.com/contenders-pack 1.Perdomo 30th […]

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2024 Contenders Show

The 2024 Contenders Show

This week on The Cigar Authority, it’s the 2024 Contenders Show! Today we will announce the 2024 Contenders for The Cigar of The Year! Lots of new cigars have come out in the past year but which ones are worthy of being a contender!? We will smoke La Mezcla Cubana in the first hour. Enjoy the 2024 Contenders Show! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about […]

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Winston Churchill's 150th Birthday

Winston Churchill’s 150th Birthday – The Ash Holes

This week on The Ash Holes, we celebrate Winston Churchill’s 150th Birthday. Winston Churchill’s 150th Birthday is today & The Ash Holes Celebrate by smoking the Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour Robusto while they talk about the legend himself  and the history of the Davidoff Winston Churchill collaboration. 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 […]

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Plasencia Alma Fuerte Colorado

Plasencia Alma Fuerte Colorado Robustus II Cigar Review

The Plasencia Alma Fuerte Colorado Robustus II is a sight to behold. Its glossy, dark reddish-brown wrapper exudes richness, complemented by an oily sheen. The semi-rough texture, “reminiscent of gator skin”, adds character, with visible veins and seams highlighting its handcrafted nature. The cigar is impeccably packed, promising a satisfying smoking experience.  From the first puff, this cigar delivers bold charred wood notes paired with an earthy foundation. A distinct nuttiness emerges, with a touch […]

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Cigar Cabinet

Cigar Crisis in California – The After Show

On September 28, a new bill was passed & signed into law in California by Governor Gavin Newsom that dramatically affects cigar sales in the state. Is this bill an existential threat to cigars in California? And possibly a blueprint for other states to wipe out cigar sales in the future? We discuss the consequences of the bill & the potential cigar crisis in California & potenially beyond. The Cigar Authority is a member of […]

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Evolution of Kristoff

The Evolution of Kristoff Cigars With Glen Case

This week on The Cigar Authority, we talk about the Evolution of Kristoff Cigars with Glen Case Owner of Kristoff! Kristoff is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, we ask Glen about how things have changed over the years & where he see’s the company going in the future! We will smoke the Kristoff Tres Compadres in the first hour. Hear for yourself the Evolution of Kristoff Cigars! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed […]

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EP Carrillo Encore Majestic

EP Carrillo Encore Majestic Cigar Review

The EP Carrillo Encore Majestic is a well-rounded cigar that captures Ernesto Perez Carrillo’s knack for complex flavor and masterful blending. This cigar has been hailed as a masterpiece since it was crowned Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of the Year in 2018, and it doesn’t disappoint. This is EP Carrillo’s first all-Nicaraguan creation, with carefully aged tobaccos sourced from Nicaragua’s prime growing regions: Condega, Jalapa, and Esteli. The cigar undergoes a special “tercios” fermentation process […]

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