Even the most seasoned spirit connoisseurs or cigar aficionados are sometimes flummoxed when it comes to pairing drinks and smokes. This is because they are dealing with two very distinct areas of expertise. A cigar master may be able to identify the type of tobacco and its country of origin simply by smelling a certain […]
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Cigar lovers are often divided as to which is more important–flavor or aroma. It cannot be denied that both are important factors in the selection of a good cigar. While the flavor of the smoke stimulates the sense of taste, the aroma awakens the sense of smell even before you draw your smoke to your […]
January is National Thank You Month and a great excuse to express our appreciation to the people around us who have blessed our lives. We can make others feel happy and appreciated when we show gratitude, but we help ourselves as well. Science has shown that people who regularly count their blessings experience improved physical […]
We opened our doors in June of 2017 with hopes of making Torch Cigar Bar the premiere club of its kind in the state of Arizona. We have quickly become the new gold standard in cigar bars and lounges in the state. We continue to attract cigar aficionados and lovers of fine spirits. Our Scottsdale […]
shapes. Cigar manufacturers use terms that correspond to the approximate width and length of the cigar. They may vary between manufacturers, making the classifications rather confusing. Most cigars have a cylindrical shape, referred to as a parejo shape. Cigars with irregular shapes, such as those with cone heads are referred to as figurado. Vitola is […]
The New Year is best welcomed in the company of family and friends—preferably with a cigar in hand. Your challenge may be deciding exactly where to celebrate. If you’re looking for a memorable place to usher in 2018, here are a few ideas. New Orleans – You can enjoy the fireworks along the Mississippi River […]
Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua produce the best reggae music and cigars. The countries are sun-drenched for most of the year, with beaches and blue seas as a familiar backdrop. If you want to feel cozier this winter, try smoking cigars from these countries while braving the cool temperatures of winter. This can evoke […]
Smoking a cigar is significantly different from smoking a cigarette. You inhale the smoke from a cigarette, but not from a cigar. Smoking a cigar is all about savoring the flavor of the smoke, which you allow to linger inside your mouth before you blow it out. Smoking a cigar is a great way to […]
Black Friday is the biggest shopping day in the U.S. and is generally regarded as the holiday shopping kick-off date. In 2016, Black Friday generated a total of $655.8 billion in total sales. Sales surge on this auspicious day because of the huge discounts that retailers offer. Many products are marked down to more than […]
Tobacco is grown in at least 124 countries in the world. Each year 7.5 million tons of tobacco leaves are harvested on almost 4.3 million hectares of land. The tobacco industry is an important contributor to the world’s economy, with many countries highly dependent on tobacco production for revenues and employment opportunities. Tobacco is produced […]