The rise of young cigar smokers in Britain
Young adults are ditching cigarettes and instead turning to pipes and cigars. Is it social media? Celebrities? Here’s my take on the rise of young cigar smokers
What's new pussycat? My latest musings.
Lock, Stock and Two Great Budget Cigars? Two Smoking Barrels from GQ Tobaccos
When GQ Tobaccos asked if I’d review their new Two Smoking Barrels Nicaraguan puro cigars, I couldn’t say no, especially as they’re in the budget cigar range
Southern Draw Rose of Sharon: Soft, gentle and ready to go
The Southern Draw Rose of Sharon might not be my typical choice of cigar, but this mild cigar from America with its claro wrapper was a pleasant surprise
Cigars, mental health, mindfulness and meditation: How to fully enjoy a great cigar
We know that keeping your body healthy is important, but what about your mental health? Here is how I think cigars can be an exercise in mindfulness meditation
Close but no cigar: Celebratory cigars and why you shouldn’t be so precious
We all have those celebratory cigars we have put aside for a special occasion, but I think that’s a fallacy, and this is why…
Quesada Casa Magna Colorado Robusto Cigar Review: 15 years on and still taking on the big hitters?
Back in 2008 Manuel Quesada first released his Casa Magna cigars and they took the cigar world by storm. A collaboration with Nestor Plasencia, this budget Nicaraguan puro took the top spot as Cigar...
Buffalo Ten Double Bill: Clash of El Artista’s high plains heavy weights?
There are lots of great cigars I lament aren’t available in the UK. The Buffalo Ten Maduro and Natural were two such cigars, but were they worth the wait?
Essential cigar accessories: What you really need
What cigar accessories are truely essential when starting your cigar journey? Here is my list of essential cigar accessories, some very obvious, others not so.
Escobar Natural Robusto: Nicaraguan King, or pretender to the throne?
I’m always excited to try new cigars and I was keen to smoke the Escobar Natural Robusto and see what this collaboration between Nas and Puros Privados was like.
Hand Rolled: Essential viewing for all cigar lovers
Of all the documentaries I’ve watched, there have been very few about cigars. When I heard about “Hand Rolled: A Film about Cigars” I was eager for its release
El Artista Puro Ambar Corona: Pure artistry?
When Boutique Smokes announced they were importing El Artista cigars and organising a v-herf with the Puro Ambar and Buffalo Ten Natural, I had to get my ticket
Alec Bradley Black Market Punk: Packing a Panamanian punch
Like the perfect Punk Rock album, the Alec Bradley Black Market Punk is a short and to the point cigar. But can it pack the same punch as the bigger robusto?
Micallef Herencia Habano: A cigar of Cuban legacy… only better?
Over the years I have heard a lot of positive talk about Micallef cigars. Friends over in America who’s opinion I trust have nothing but great things to say about the brand and often...
I didn’t know that! 7 crazy cigar facts that will probably blow your mind
I love picking up random trivia. You never know when it might be handy. Here are 7 crazy cigar facts that I’ve picked up over the years that will blow your mind
Exciting news from Kafie 1901: From Honduras to the Dominican Republic
After 8 years making cigars in his native Honduras, Dr Gaby Kafie moved Kafie 1901 production to the Dominican Republic. But what does this mean for his cigars?
