The 2023 Contenders for Cigar of the Year have arrived! The anticipation is over, and the stage is set for The Cigar Authority’s most coveted honor—the Cigar of the Year. With stringent criteria in place, the contenders for 2023 have been meticulously chosen, representing the pinnacle of excellence in the world of cigars. Let’s delve into the top 10 contenders vying for the prestigious title. You can purchase the contenders pack here: https://www.2guyscigars.com/contenders-pack 1. Artista […]
This week on the Cigar Authority, it’s the Annual Contenders Show! Who are this year’s contenders for the cigar of the year? Are there more or less than last year? Which are our favorites to win?? Tune in to find out on the Contenders Show! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is […]
West Tampa Red Toro is a delightful addition to the West Tampa line-up, boasting a bold and flavorful experience crafted by brand owner Rick Rodriguez. Unlike many cigar blends created solely for the enjoyment of fans, Rodriguez decided to take the reins and craft a cigar that truly reflects his personal taste. The result is a full-bodied cigar that retains the signature West Tampa flavor. The West Tampa Red Toro boasts a rich, dark chocolate […]
It’s The Ash Holes Contenders Show on this week! They are lighting up the HVC Hot Cake Golden Line No.4 while they discuss their contenders for their cigar of the year. There are some great cigars on the list this year, tune in to find out all about them and what the Ash Holes really think about each of them. We also have a great Dave’s Weekly 6 Pack, our weekly Top 5 and some […]
This week on the Cigar Authority we ask is there an artificial cigar shortage? Micky Pegg of All Saints Cigars has the answer! In the first hour, we’ll smoke the St. Francis Vesper & celebrate All Saints Cigars 4 year anniversary! Tune in to learn more about artificial cigar shortage Saturday at noon! Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. The Cigar Authority is a […]
The Blackened M81 Robusto is a cigar born from a passion project, a collaboration of three renowned and dedicated cigar enthusiasts: Jonathan Drew, the Founder and President of Drew Estate; James Hetfield, the Co-Founder and Front Man of Metallica; and Rob Dietrich, the Master Distiller and Blender of BLACKENED American Whiskey. The journey of this cigar began with Hetfield and Dietrich, who share a love for cigars. After enlisting the expertise of their friend Drew […]
The Big Sky Blackfoot, the final cigar of the Montana River Series, derives its name from the renowned Blackfoot River, a beloved trout stream weaving through the picturesque landscapes of Montana. In its quest to capture the essence of this natural beauty, the Blackfoot cigar takes the STARS on a flavorful journey. Crafted as a 6 x 54 toro, this Dominican cigar boasts a Mexican San Andrés wrapper, Dominican binder, and Dominican fillers, all blended […]
This week on The After Show, we talk about the cigar contenders! What goes into choosing the cigar of the year? How do the contenders get chosen? We give a behind the scenes look on today’s episode. 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 and as always […]
Today, the Ash Holes light up the Artista Midnight Toro, the topic of the day: Comedians and Cigars. Comedians and cigars seem to go hand in hand, we’ve talked about famous smokers before but there is nothing like enjoying a good laugh and a cigar with a comedian like Bill Burr, who was just at the New England Cigar Expo. We also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 Pack, a weekly Top 5 and some Delightful […]
The Freud AlterEgo Lonsdale is a cigar that exquisitely combines the rarest of tobaccos, with a blend featuring Pelo De Oro, one of the world’s scarcest cigar tobaccos. It’s a representation of Master Blender Eladio Diaz’s personal taste, falling within the sweet spot between medium and full-bodied. The blend consists of a Dominican Grown Negro San Andres wrapper, Sumatra binder, and a medley of fillers from the Dominican Republic, including Pelo de Oro, Corojo, Havana […]