Padron 1964 TAA Maduro Toro Cigar Review The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series, a celebrated line introduced in 1994 to commemorate Padrón’s 30th anniversary, is a benchmark in the cigar world. Among its sixteen sizes, the TAA Toro stands out as an exclusive offering available only to members of The Tobacconists Association of America. Crafted with 4 year aged tobacco, available in a box pressed shape as an homage to the Cuban tradition of rolling cigars. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
We’re talking cigars with Jorge Maique of EPC Cigars on the After Show. He covers some topics besides the new EPC Encore Noir that we didn’t get to on the main show including the EPC firecracker. 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
The name La Mezcla Cubana translates to “The Cuban Mix,” and while the first taste might hint at an authentic Cuban experience, this cigar is not made with Cuban tobacco. Instead, this cigar is handmade in the Dominican Republic and boasts an all-Nicaraguan blend, including its wrapper. The La Mezcla Cubana Rothschild features a darker golden Connecticut wrapper with a rustic look. Visible veins and a densely packed construction give it an authentic, handcrafted feel. […]
The highly anticipated Rocky Patel Gold Label is arriving in stores this week. Despite its opulent name, gleaming gold packaging, the Gold Label will be available at an accessible price point of under $15 per cigar across all sizes. The Gold Label is enveloped in a Habano wrapper from Ecuador. Beneath this exterior lies a double binder or Connecticut Shade and Connecticut Broadleaf. Its filler tobacco is sourced from the regions of Jalapa and Esteli […]
Lets talk about Cigar Taxes! Cigar smokers are in the minority, so it can be easy for the politicians to raise taxes on cigars. It’s critical for cigar smokers to make their voice heard. Every cigar smoker should join Cigar Rights of America. Today, we talk about the tax increase landscape. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 […]