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The Best Cigars for BBQs
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If you needed an excuse to break out the grill (and let’s be honest, you don’t), then good news: May is National BBQ Month! Of course, every barbecue is enhanced by lawn games, cool drinks, and –– you guessed it –– fine cigars. Whether you’re planning to grill up a few burgers with your family or you’re hosting the barbecue event of the century, any of these cigars will make a fabulous addition to the occasion.
The Best Cigars for Weddings
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Cigars make a memorable addition to any celebration. So it’s no surprise that cigars are popular mainstays at weddings! As we approach peak wedding season, now’s a great time to review some of the best cigars to mark a special occasion. Note: we’re going to arrange our list a little differently this time –– so you should be able to find the ideal cigar no matter what you’re looking for.
The Best Short Cigars for Summer ‘23
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In a perfect world, nothing would keep you from enjoying a premium double corona every time you wanted to smoke a cigar. However, we don’t live in a perfect world. Bad weather, a busy schedule, and plenty of other factors may limit your relaxation time with a cigar. Thankfully, even if you only have a few minutes, you can still find a great smoke for any occasion.
The Best Cigars for a Retirement Party
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Few milestones call for a more significant celebration than retirement. After all, retiring just means you’ll have plenty more time to dedicate to cigars! In that spirit, today, we’ll focus on the best cigars to pick up for a retirement party. Don’t worry –– we cover a variety of cigars, so you’ll be sure to find something perfect for your situation.
The Broadleaf Broads and Female Cigar Clubs You Should Know About
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Cigars are –– by their very nature –– great conversation pieces. And for nearly as long as there have been cigars, there have been cigar clubs. After all, it’s easy to see the appeal of gathering with like-minded individuals to bond over a mutual love of high-quality smokes. Cigar World is on a mission this year to meet with, get to know, and potentially work with female-cigar groups.To continue our series on the remarkable women of the cigar industry, we’re focusing on a few female cigar clubs that every smoker should have on their radar.
Irish Whiskey to Pair with Your Cigar
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When people talk about pairing whiskey with cigars, they usually stick to bourbon or Scotch. However, whether you’re prepping for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration or just looking for a change of pace, Irish whiskey is a fabulous partner to a fine cigar. So, without further ado, let’s examine some of the best Irish whiskeys to pair with your favorite smoke.
The Best Female Cigar Influencers to Follow
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In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting some of the most influential ladies of the cigar industry: from famous women smokers to women who run their own cigar brands.
Cigars with Floral Notes
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“Stop and smell the roses,” they say. While there’s nothing wrong with that attitude, we’d much rather stop and have a cigar. Thankfully, you can get the best of both worlds by trying out cigars with floral notes.
Famous Cigar Smoking Couples
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The couple that smokes together stays together! Valentine’s Day may have come and gone, but there’s plenty of romance left to go around the rest of the year. And in that spirit, today we’re going to review some of the most famous cigar-smoking couples in history.
Pairing Cigars with Food
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For the most part, cigar companies focus on what drinks pair best with their cigars. However, that’s not to say that a cigar cannot form a fabulous piece of a culinary experience. The truth is that capping off a fine meal with a premium cigar is often the highlight of the night (well, at least our night). And whether you’re itching to fire up the grill in your backyard or you have reservations for a romantic dinner, know that there’s a cigar that’s likely an ideal match for your favorite meal.
The Sexiest Cigar Smokers
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Sexy is –– as they say –– in the eye of the beholder. What’s not up for debate, though, is that smoking a cigar automatically makes you look more attractive. That’s just science. All kidding aside, today, we’re going to highlight some of the best-looking folks on the planet: the sexiest cigar smokers alive.
Ask Your Valentine for These Cigars (And Accessories!)
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Nothing –– and we mean nothing: not diamonds, not chocolates, not roses –– says love like a box of fine cigars. So when Valentine’s Day rolls around, the question is not whether cigars would make a great gift but which ones are best for the occasion. Because picking out the right stogie can be challenging, we’ve curated a quick list of fantastic cigars (and cigar accessories) that will always make great Valentine’s gifts.
Chocolate Cigars –– Cigars with Chocolate Tasting Notes
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It’s true –– all the best things in life involve chocolate. Indeed, premium cigar tobacco can often impart chocolatey-tasting notes that delight new smokers and seasoned aficionados alike. Sure, you could shell out for a box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day. Or, you could pick up any of these cigars with chocolate in their profiles instead:
Outdoor Smoking Tents & Accessories
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Smoking outdoors can be a thoroughly relaxing experience . . . at least when the weather cooperates. Unfortunately, the elements aren’t always so kind to cigar smokers. And if you’re not lucky enough to have access to indoor smoking quarters all the time, you should have a plan in place to ensure the best outdoor smoking conditions possible. Thankfully, we’re here to help you on that front.
New Cigar Brands
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Everyone has to start somewhere, and 200 years from now, some cigar company may proudly chart their heritage back to this year, 2023. On that note, today, we’re going to look at some new cigar brands that have recently hit the market.
New Cigars to Try in 2023
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The best cigar you’ve ever had could be the next one you light up. Whether or not that turns out to be the case, the truth is that there are a ton of new cigars worth trying in 2023!
The Best Flavored Cigars for 2023
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Flavored cigars have a unique place in the cigar industry. While some may overlook or dismiss flavored cigars, the reality is that many infused cigars taste fantastic and perform exceptionally well too!
The Most Talked About Maduro Cigars
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Out of all the different types of wrapper tobacco that adorns premium hand rolled cigars, there isn’t a more mystified leaf than the Maduro.
The 5 Best Premium Cigars With Honey Flavors
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I’m going to say it, honey is money. In the past, we’ve covered all sorts of top-rated cigars with distinct flavor or tasting notes. We’ve done chocolate, coffee, vanilla, the list goes on and on. Well, we figured it was about time we touched on one of the most talked about flavor profiles in recent times, honey flavored cigars. TBH, the CW team was pretty blown away by all 5.
The Top 5 Cigars to Ring in the New Year
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New Year's Eve. It’s a time to celebrate your wins, remember the good times, and prepare for the coming year ahead. And what better way to do all that than by cutting, lighting and connecting with great friends and family, and with your favorite premium cigars.
What's Your Favorite Cigar Size?
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Much like a personal preference on tobacco blends, we all have a personal preference on the size of cigar we like to smoke. That leads us to this week's blog topic. Well, it’s more of a simple question that doesn’t get asked enough…
5 Essentials For the Cigar Cave
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With winter in full effect and frigid weather embracing half the country, there isn’t a more perfect time than now to beat the cold and puff on your premiums in a warm and cozy cigar room. Over the last year, the Cigar World team received a slew of questions around what are some essential items that any cigar cave should have. So, we kicked it, smoked cigars, had discussions, even some arguments and compiled our favorites below.
Why It Pays To Age: The Art of Cigar Aging
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Premium cigars. Just like fine wine, cheese or spirits, when stored correctly, certain cigars (and the tobacco inside them) can improve with age. Aging cigar tobacco amplifies flavor and aroma nuances, it’ll soften the rough edges, and generally improve the cigar, and the entire smoking experience. That’s why the Cigar World team wanted to answer some common questions around cigar aging, and showcase why (when done right) it does pay to age your cigars.
The Cigartastic Holiday Gift Guide 2022
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Halloween is done, Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, and that means if you haven’t yet started this year’s Holiday shopping, now may just be the time to start.
The Top Wine & Cigar Pairings of 2022
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Cigars and beer. Cigars and whiskey. Cigars and coffee. You’ve all heard them, and hell, you’ve probably tried them. They’re all great pairings depending on your preferences. But this week, the Cigar World team wanted to celebrate one of the most overlooked pairings with a cigar, wine.
