History of Cuban Cigars

Cuban cigars have a long and storied history, dating back to the early 19th century. The origins of cigar smoking in Cuba can be traced to the native Taino people, who smoked tobacco leaves wrapped in palm or plantain leaves. However, it was the arrival of European settlers, particularly the Spanish, that led to the…

Smoking Cigars

How to Ash a Cigar

Ashing a cigar is an important part of the smoking experience. Properly ashing your cigar helps to maintain a consistent burn and ensures that you get the most out of your favorite smoke. Follow these steps to ash your cigar like a pro. 1. Choose the right ashtray. The first step in ashing your cigar…

Light a Cigar

How to Light Your Cigar

Lighting a cigar is an art that requires patience, precision, and the right tools. Follow these steps to properly light your cigar and enjoy the full, rich flavor of your favorite smoke. 1. Gather your tools. You will need a high-quality lighter or matches, a cigar cutter, and your cigar. 2. Cut the cigar. Using…

Cigar Flavors

The Natural Cigar Flavour Components

The natural flavor components of a cigar are the flavors that come from the tobacco leaves themselves. These flavors are influenced by a variety of factors, including the type of tobacco used, where it was grown, and how it was cured and aged. There are many different types of tobacco that can be used in…

How to Cut Cigars

Cutting a cigar is an essential part of the smoking experience. Properly cutting your cigar ensures that you get the most out of your favorite smoke and helps to maintain a consistent burn. Follow these steps to cut your cigar like a pro. 1. Gather your tools. The first step in cutting your cigar is…

The Parts of a Cigar

A cigar is a rolled bundle of dried and fermented tobacco leaves that are intended to be smoked. There are several key parts of a cigar, including the filler, the binder, and the wrapper. The filler is the innermost part of the cigar and is made from a blend of different types of tobacco leaves.…

Cigar Storage

Optimal Temperature and Storage to keep your cigars perfect

Cigars are made from carefully selected tobacco leaves that have been blended together to create a specific flavor profile. The flavor and quality of a cigar can be greatly affected by the temperature and humidity in which it is stored. Optimal cigar temperature is between 68-70 degrees Fahrenheit and the optimal humidity is between 68-72%.…

How Cigars are Made

Cigars are made from tobacco leaves that are carefully cultivated and selected for their quality and flavor. The leaves are harvested and then undergo a curing process, during which they are hung in barns to dry and ferment. After curing, the leaves are sorted according to their color, texture, and size. The leaves are then…

Romeo y Julieta Romeo No. 1 (Tubo)

Romeo y Julieta Romeo No. 1 (Tubo)

The Romeo y Julieta Romeo No. 1 (Tubo) is a premium cigar from the Cuban brand Romeo y Julieta. It is known for its rich flavor and high-quality construction. The cigar is hand-rolled using tobacco leaves from the Vuelta Abajo region of Cuba, which is considered to be the finest tobacco-growing region in the world.…