This week on The After Show, we talk about the history of barber pole cigars. Who did it first and is it just a gimmick? Micky Pegg of All Saints Cigars joins us to weigh in on the barber pole cigars conversation 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 […]
Rome, Italy- The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has partnered with Toscano Cigars to bring its members a new PCA release, the Toscano Brenta. The Toscano Brenta is the first Toscano blend to use tobacco that has undergone an air-cured process rather than its traditional fire-cured process. The Toscano Brenta’s blend has tobacco that has been aged 3-5 years. After the cigar has been rolled, it is re-fermented in special rooms and allowed to age for […]
This week on The Cigar Authority, the guys hired Micky Pegg of All Saints Cigars to crack open a cold case; Non-Premium, Premium, & Ultra-Premium Cigars, the cigar differences exposed! Is it packaging, tobacco, aging or something else? We break down what the real difference is while we smoke All Saints Solamente in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar […]
The Cohiba Red Dot Robusto, often referred to as the “red dot” because of its distinctive band markings, exemplifies Cohiba’s legendary craftsmanship. Expertly crafted with a toothy Cameroon wrapper and a carefully aged blend of Dominican-grown Piloto Cubano tobaccos. The Cohiba Red Robusto is visually striking, wrapped in a dark, tanned leather-colored wrapper that’s both rustic and toothy. The wrapper is slightly oily with visible veins, giving it a rugged yet appealing look. The construction […]
It’s Cigar Olympics! Today the Ash Holes are lighting up the Fuera De Serie Nicaragua Connecticut while they discuss their version of Cigar Olympics. Who earns the Ash Holes Gold Medals, for packaging, blending, facilities, popularity & more. Not everyone can get a trophy in this contest of brands! They also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 Pack Deal and the Weekly Top 5 segment.
Cigars and pizza are two of Dave’s passions. Today’s After Show talks about both. Dave has his list of the Top 10 pizza places in the Boston area. 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
This week on The Cigar Authority, the guys discuss the best golf cigars! We’re talking 18 cigars that are a perfect addition to your golf bag. We may not be able to fix your game, but we can make sure you have the right cigars! We will smoke Rocky Patel Sun Grown Maduro in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The […]
The HVC Hot Cake Golden Line No. 5 is a newer addition to the HVC portfolio, introduced at the 2023 PCA Trade Show. This cigar, with its golden-hued Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, is an elegant evolution of the original Hot Cake, promising a creamy experience that stays true to its Cuban roots. At first glance, the Hot Cake Golden Line No. 5 impresses with its smooth, golden brown wrapper, which lives up to its name. The […]
On this week’s After Show, lets talk cigar store insurance. Insurance companies don’t seem to want to insure cigar stores anymore. This is becoming a problem for cigar stores. Dave recounts his experience with cancelled insurance. He also talks about the problems with credit card processing. Now, the state of New Hampshire is discriminating against cigars. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a […]
This week on The Cigar Authority, we give you the right cigar for the right event. There’s lots of different events to enjoy a cigar but how do you pick the perfect one for the occasion? We’ll tell you the right picks for any place you’ll be! We’ll smoke the Asylum Serenity Now in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The […]