How To Build The Ultimate Collection Of Cigars

Have ever visited a friend with an impressive cigar collection? They probably have been aging cigars from their favorite brands for several years, waiting for a special occasion. Even better, they may also have a beautifully-crafted humidor where they store their prized cigars and boast an extensive knowledge of which cigars are best suited for…

Which Drinks Pair Well With Cigars

Typically, many people opt for a cognac or a Scotch if they are going to unwind over a cigar. However, there are still many questions left unanswered, not least because it depends on which type of cigar you’re smoking, and the types of spirit you have on hand. Here, we’re going to run through six…

Why Cuban Cigars Remain the Standard

The general consensus among the majority of cigar experts and connoisseurs alike is that Cuba is the undisputed master of hand-made cigars. Cuban history and cigar history have been intertwined for many centuries. As soon as Christopher Columbus found the Caribbean islands in 1492, he encountered the Tainos natives who happened to be smoking the…

The Rise and Rise of Nicaragua’s Cigar Empire

In less than 20 years, Nicaragua has become the top producer of premium cigars in the world, beating out smokes from not only Honduras but the Dominican Republic as well. Tobacco growers say the region’s rich black soil and perfect climate make for the best tobacco, along with a close connection to their Cuban cousins.…

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The Perfect Leaf

Finding the perfect leaf to use for tobacco for cigars is one of the keys to having a truly special cigar. That is why Habanos does everything they can to make sure each cigar they offer is only using the best leaves available in all of Cuba. It is really just a matter of finding…

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Processing Cuban Tobacco Leaf

Processing Cuban tobacco leaf can take many months, and sometimes years, before the leaf is ready to be used in production for a cigar. The first step is perhaps the most crucial one that is taken. This is the air curing of the recently harvested tobacco leaves. It helps to remove all the moisture from…

Cigars for the discerning gentleman

Presentation of the Cuban Cigar

Once the cigar has gone through the entire production process all that is left is the final presentation. For a Cuban cigar, this is just as important as any other stage of the process. No other cigar on the planet takes as much care when it comes to proper presentation and packaging. Cigars, based on…

Cabana Cigars

How a Habano is Made

Once the growing and curing processes have been completed, it is time for the work to begin in making a Habano. There are certain parts that need to be prepared properly before the cigars can begin to be rolled. This preparation is done with great care and by those with vast experience in working with…