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Important Cigar Dates for 2023
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Cigars 101
2023 is officially upon us! That means it’s time to set some goals and plan for the year ahead. The good news for cigar lovers is that plenty of exciting cigar events are slated for 2023.
The Tercio Aging Process
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Cigars 101
Crafting a fine cigar requires skill and patience. However, some processes –– like tercio aging tobacco –– are so time-consuming and complex that few cigar manufacturers use them anymore.
The Most Talked About Maduro Cigars
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Best Of
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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Best Of
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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Cigars 101
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…
Making the Cut: Cutting a Cigar Without a Cutter
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How Tos
We’re back at it this week with the fifth and final edition of the Making the Cut blog series, where the Cigar World team breaks down the top cigar cutting styles, and answers some common questions around cutting cigars. That way, any and every smoke session you have will always make the cut.
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.
The Best Whiskeys to Give or Get Over the Holidays
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Cigars 101
The Holiday season is upon us and that means gift giving time. This year, you’ll want to make sure you give (or receive) the best gift possible. And what better gift than a premium whiskey to pair with premium cigars?
Why It Pays To Age: The Art of Cigar Aging
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Cigars 101
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.
5 Must-Try Winter Ale & Cigar Pairings
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Pairing Guides
Seasonal beverages come and go. But, if there’s one time period that the Cigar World team gets excited for as cigar smokers, it’s winter. The air is cool, there’s a little more time for relaxation, and of course, winter ales are aplenty.
Making the Cut: The Scissor Cigar Cut
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How Tos
We’re back at it this week with the fourth edition of the Making the Cut blog series, where the Cigar World team breaks down the top cigar cutting styles, and answers some common questions around cutting cigars.
Pairing Wine and Cigars
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Masters Series
Wine and cigars may not be the most common pairing, but under the right circumstances, they can work wonderfully together.
Taking Wine to a Party
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Masters Series
We’ve all been there before: you’re headed to a party, and you need to pick up a bottle of wine for it, but you don’t know what to get.
Caring for Wine
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Masters Series
You don’t need your own cellar to properly care for your favorite wines.
Old World vs. New World Wine
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Masters Series
Where is the best wine produced? It’s a common question without an easy answer. Still, proprietor and vintner at Flint Knoll winery Aaron Michaelis explains what makes Old World wine so special, along with what New World wines have to offer at the same time.
Glassware and Decanters
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Masters Series
In our fifth episode of the Masters Series, proprietor and vintner at Flint Knoll winery Aaron Michaelis explains the vital differences between wine glasses and how they affect the overall wine-drinking experience.
Diving Into the Wine Category
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Masters Series
Getting started in the wine category can be an overwhelming experience. Because wine is so popular worldwide, consumers have a huge amount of choices to sort through every time they decide to purchase wine.
Observing, Swirling, & Spitting
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Masters Series
If you’ve ever been to a wine tasting, you’ve probably seen people closely examining, swirling, and then spitting out wine.
Deep Dive: Macanudo Cigars
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Cigars 101
This week, the Cigar World team brings you along for a deep dive into none other than Macanudo, America’s best selling premium cigar.
The Farming Process
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Masters Series
In our second episode of the Masters Series, proprietor and vintner at Flint Knoll winery Aaron Michaelis covers the importance of farming in the wine-making process.
What Cigar Are You Thankful For?
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Cigars 101
As Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, the Cigar World team wanted to do something pretty darn simple. Ask you, the best cigar fanatics on the planet, what cigar (or cigars) are you thankful for?
The Cigartastic Holiday Gift Guide 2022
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Best Of
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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Best Of
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.
Making the Cut: Guillotine Cut
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How Tos
We’re back at it this week with the next installment of the Making the Cut blog series, where the Cigar World team breaks down the top cigar cutting styles, and answers some common questions around cutting cigars.
