The Terra Nova Dark Fire Cured Kentucky Toro is a cigar steeped in tradition, crafted with meticulous care and time-honored techniques. The dark-fired Kentucky tobacco, a hallmark of this blend, is cured to perfection by dedicated farmers in Kentucky. This tobacco is afforded more time to mature under the Kentucky sun until the harvest season ends, after which it is dried in the smoke of smoldering oak and hickory wood. This process infuses the leaves […]
The highly anticipated HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out The Oven Broadleaf has officially arrived in stores, following its unveiling at the 2024 PCA Trade Show in March. This new Hot Cake cigar is meticulously crafted at the renowned Fabrica de Tabacos HVC, SA factory. Featuring a rich Connecticut USA Broadleaf wrapper, the Hot Cake Fresh Out The Oven Broadleaf promises a unique smoking experience. The cigar is composed of a binder from Nicaragua and a […]
The Charter Oak Pegnataro cigars embody the commitment to excellence and artistry that define Foundation Cigar Company. Crafted by Nicholas Melillo, Founder and Master Blender, these cigars pay homage to the unwavering spirit and timeless wisdom passed down by his grandfathers. They also serve to pay tribute the opening of Foundation’s new office on a 300-acre farm in the heart of the Connecticut River Valley tobacco growing region. The Charter Oak Pegnataro features a classic […]
A lot of cigars are consumed on the 4th of July. What should you eat on the holiday? Are there things that shouldn’t be allowed? What about cigars? Do you need music? 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
Atabey Ritos is one of the most beloved blends of Nelson Alfonso’s Selected Tobacco portfolio . The name Atabey has rich cultural roots tied to the Taino Indians and their cigar rituals. The Taino tribe would gather in a circle known as “Cohiba” to offer prayers to their leader, Behike, who would then convey these prayers to the Goddess Atabey. This historical significance is embedded in each Atabey cigar, creating a unique and sacred smoking […]
It’s time for the Mid Year Cigar Review for 2024! A lot of things have been going on in the cigar industry this year. We look at the highlights from the first 6 months of 2024. 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, Eric Newman joins the show to talk about passing the torch. Eric is in the unique position of receiving the torch to carry on the JC Newman Cigar legacy, now he prepares to pass the torch on to the next generation. What is it like? What challenges come with big changes like this? We will smoke Garofalo Family Legacy in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and […]
The Romeo Y Julieta Reserva Real Toro is a testament to the timeless craftsmanship and dedication that has kept the Romeo Y Julieta brand a favorite among cigar aficionados since its inception in 1875. Rolled in the Dominican Republic by Tabacalera De Garcia, Reserva Real is one of the top selling brands in the United States. The Reserva Real Toro is an impressive sight, wrapped in a hand-selected blonde Connecticut Shade seed wrapper from Ecuador. […]
Originally crafted to celebrate Zino Davidoff’s 80th birthday, the Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 embodies the Davidoff tradition of unique conception, and blending as remarkable as the occasion itself. The Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 has been reintroduced for a limited time, allowing both seasoned aficionados and new enthusiasts to savor its rare qualities once again. Measuring at 8.66″ x 48 Davidoff fans are in for a long but remarkable experience. The Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 Limited […]
This week on The After Show, we talk about cigar prices 64 years ago. What was going on 64 years ago? We talk about some of the things happening in 1960, including the birth of David Garofalo! 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