Ortsac San Andres is an extension of the original Ortsac 1962 that was one of the top lines for Cigar Agency back in the day. Since Cigar Agency, Victor Vitale has moved on to Tortuga, but one can never forget their roots. According to Two Guys Smoke Shop, ORTSAC (Castro spelled backwards), is a cigar that directly targets old Cuban Cigars. It’s mission is to dispel the old myth that Cubans are the best cigars, […]
Yesterday the City Council in Pittsburgh, PA voted to ban smoking and all tobacco use at all Pittsburgh owned parks. The measure was passed 7-1 with the lone voice of reason coming from Councilwoman Darlene Harris of Spring Hill who pointed out that the measure was unfair and that alcohol was allowed in the parks with a permit. The measure carries no fines or penalties however tobacco users would be warned and could face forcible […]
In the central southern part of Massachusetts sits the town of Hopedale that voted in a ban late November to prohibit smoking in town parks, playgrounds, beaches and swimming areas. The regulation which includes cigars and electronic delivery units carries fines ranging from $100 $300. The measure which was voted in by the Board of Healthy comes as the town received numerous complaints about the use of bongs at Town Park and Hopedale Pond. The measure […]
As we get ready for Christmas at my place of employment, Two Guys Smoke Shop in New Hampshire we began adding gift packs to the 2guyscigars.com website. The move led to me photographic a Nub Sampler pack and I began to reflect on how long it has been since I smoked one of these cigars. When the Nub first came out it was billed as a cigar utilizing the filet mignon portion of the cigar […]
According to a press release from the city of Edinburg, TX the City Council unanimously amended an ordinance that makes smoking illegal within the city limits. The ban prohibits smoking in places of employment, public places, outdoor areas and all city owned facilities. These spots include but are not limited to the local aquarium, offices, hotels, motels, bars, bingo parlors, comedy clubs, convention center, elevators, theaters, adult care, lobbies, hallways, common areas of buildings and […]
Davidoff closes the cycle of seasons with “Cave de Paille – Saison III” and reveals this last humidor masterpiece exclusively at Art Basel Miami Beach (December 2 – 6) Basel, December 2015. Davidoff is set to present the third edition of its humidor collection “Cave de Paille” at Art Basel Miami Beach. Created in collaboration with Paris-based artist Lison de Caunes and crafted using the traditional technique of marqueterie de paille (straw marquetry), this three-piece […]
Back in 2008, Oliva Cigar Company began what has become a yearly tradition the Oliva V Maduro. While the brand began as a torpedo, the company switched in 2011 to a toro format. But that wasn’t the only change as the cigar went from being a Connecticut Broadleaf, to Habano in 2010 and in 2011 it would change to San Andres, where it remains today. Like last year, the 2015 Oliva V Maduro measures at […]
A little bit over three years ago voters in the state of California voted against an increase in the state cigarette tax which would have resulted in a tax increase on other tobacco products such as cigars. Now, according to a report in the San Jose Mercury News the measure could once again be heading to the ballot. The new proposal would raise cigarette taxes by $2.00 per pack and would include electronic cigarettes as well. […]
In June of 1995, Christian Eiroa began his illustrious career in the cigar industry when he began working for his father Julio at Caribe. It was also that year that the Eiroa family purchased Camacho and made Christian Eiroa a household name among cigar aficionados. In 2008 he would sell Camacho to Davidoff; and today he focuses on his own company CLE Cigars which he started in 2012. The Eiroa First 20 Years is a […]
Approximately 10 days ago we reported that Boston’s Mayor wanted to raise the tobacco purchase age from 18 to 21 joining other communities in Massachusetts. Next week that Boston Board of Health is expected to meet for a hearing that will see the creation of a plan to raise the smoking age. Now according to numerous published reports, the lawmakers on a state level are contemplating bringing a change to Massachusetts and if the measure happens […]