Jonathan Carney Teams Up To Launch Bentley Tobacco I USA

Bünde, Germany / Orlando, Florida – A great new chapter opens for Bentley Tobacco and the American cigar industry as Jonathan Carney, widely known in the industry as “Carney”, takes the helm of U.S. operations for Bentley Tobacco | USA. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to taste and quality, Bentley Tobacco | USA operates under the ethos “Driven by Taste,” dedicated to serving customers who expect nothing but the finest. Whether it’s cigars, pipes, tobacco, […]

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New England

New England, The Cigar Capital Of The World!?

This week on The Cigar Authority, we ask is New England the cigar capital of the world? Dave has his reasoning & we’ll be joined by Chris Topper of Topper Cigars to see if he’s right! We will smoke a Topper Danli Belicoso in the first hour. If New England isn’t the cigar capital, what should be? Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The […]

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World's Strongest Cigar Review

World’s Strongest Cigar Review By Dave & Mr. J

The World’s Strongest Cigar Review. To create a strong cigar, you must first use tobacco that has a strong character, soil that is rich in minerals and leaves of high priming.  On September 28, 2024, the New England Cigar Expo will witness the exclusive launch of the World’s Strongest Cigar, but today we will do the first ever review of this cigar.  When I say “we” I mean David Garofalo and Mr. Jonathan in the […]

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Cigar Crisis

Barber Pole Cigars – The After Show

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 […]

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Toscano Brenta

Toscano Brenta Annouced As PCA Exclusive

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 […]

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Cigar Differences Exposed

Cigar Differences Exposed! With Micky Pegg of All Saints Cigars

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 […]

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Cohiba Red Dot

Cohiba Red Dot Robusto Cigar Review

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 […]

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Cigar Olympics

Cigar Olympics – The Ash Holes

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.  

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Cigar Crisis

Cigar and Pizza – The After Show

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

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Best Golf Cigars

Best Golf Cigars

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 […]

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