Cigar Snob Podcast
Join the team from Cigar Snob Magazine — along with our guests — as we share all manner of cigar snobbery. We'll talk travel, booze, the news of the day, and also recommend some of our favorite food, books, movies and products.
Episodes
What is the best pairing for a cigar?
Is rum really the easiest pairing category for cigars, or does it just depend on the smoke? The guys tackle that exact question from Chris M. in Denver before lighting up the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust 10th Jubilee — a Corona Gorda with an Ecuador wrapper, Mexican San Andres binder, and an all-star Nicaraguan filler blend delivering cream, soft pepper, and a background sweetness that builds all the
Española Cigars: 30 Years of Dominican Excellence with Anto Mahroukian
Anto Mahroukian of Española Cigars joins the Cigar Snob Podcast to celebrate 30 years in the industry. We cover the brand's origin story, the JM Tobacco portfolio, and light up the new Española Aniversario — a cigar built on seven-year-aged tobacco that's been resting for two years. Find out why this West Coast brand deserves more East Coast love.
Will a tupperdore ruin my cigar collection?
Pedro from Chicago ditched his traditional humidor for a portable plastic bin, and the guys have thoughts — from cedar buffering and Boveda packs to beetle outbreaks and the great debate over whether a tupperdore is a legit long-term solution or just a glorified food container. Then, the Drew Estate Underground 10 hits the desk — the legendary rollers' cigar turned cult classic — and gets paired w
From Teacher to YouTube Star: Mad Scientist BBQ’s Jeremy Yoder on Amish Roots, Barbecue, and Cigars
In this episode of the Cigar Snob Podcast, Erik Calviño sits down with Jeremy Yoder, the creator of Mad Scientist BBQ, to talk about barbecue, cigars, and the unlikely path that led him from teaching science to building one of YouTube’s most respected barbecue channels.
Yoder shares what it was like growing up Amish in Michigan, how studying biochemistry and teaching shaped the way he understands
Is Cognac the Ultimate Cigar Pairing?
The guys put three high-end brandies to the test alongside the newly released Montecristo 90th Anniversary. Planning to enjoy cigars in Paris or London? They tackle a listener's question about navigating cigar lounge etiquette across the pond. For Share a Smoke, Eric Douglas of Davidoff Hard Rock goes in-studio to talk about building a premium lounge experience at The Guitar Hotel and shares the s
Share a Smoke: Litto Gomez Jr.
Erik shares a smoke with the next generation at La Flor Dominicana, Litto Gomez Jr. The young cigar maker shares what it was like growing up in a cigar family and how he cut his teeth developing his first blend. There are stories of sibling rivalries, tales from the road, and an honest assessment of what cigar reps mean to the business.
Are my cigars covered in microplastics!? + Comedian Mario Ramil joins the show
Comedian Mario Ramil joins the show to drop some profound nuggets of comedic wisdom while smoking a Don Pepin Garcia Serie JJ. The guys answer a question from a listener concerned about microplastics in his cigars. What?! Lastly, the Romeo y Julieta 150th Anniversary gets a full review as well as a vertical tasting with Woodinville Whiskey.
My cigar is a dud, can I ask for a replacement?
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Can Cold Weather Wreck Your Cigar?
Ever wonder if frigid temps mess with your favorite cigar? In this episode, the guys tackle a listener’s question: Does cold weather affect how my cigar smokes? They talk about temperature, humidity, construction, and how it all can impact the experience —plus, they drop some pro tips for braving winter with a stogie in hand.
Then, it’s time to put the Titan de Bronze Redemption to the test before
Is a $100 cigar worth it?
One of our listeners asked: "Am I being priced out of the market with these expensive cigars?" The guys deliberate on the recent trend of ultra-expensive cigars and their place in the premium cigar market. They reviewed the Leaf by Oscar and drank top-shelf Kentucky straight bourbons before sitting for a 1 on 1 with Oscar Valladares in studio.
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Don't torch that cigar!
Are you torching your cigar to death? Should you be using a soft flame instead of a quadruple jet cigar scorcher? The guys offer strategies on how to light cigars without destroying them. On the show they reviewed the highly rated My Father Fonseca MX, did they like it?
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Do you trust your tobacconist?
Experts always recommend that you ‘ask your local tobacconist’ but how do you know if this person knows what he/she is talking about? The guys offer some tips and tricks to help you figure out if the person recommending your premium cigars is knowledgeable and trustworthy. In this episode, the guys also reviewed the Rocky Patel Dark Star, which features Paraguayan tobacco in the blend, paired the
Jim's million dollar cigar business idea + Cigar friendly travel destinations
Jim pitches his zany business idea for safe cigar disposal while Erik and Ivan point out some of the best and worst places to enjoy a cigar on vacation. Throughout the show the guys review the Villiger Miami and pair it with a vertical lineup of Benriach single malt Scotch. Finally Dr. Corina and Lucien Villiger share their insights on what it was like growing up as a member of the Villiger family
What exactly is a premium cigar? + Beer, glorious beer and an interview with Orlando Mendez
The title and direction of this show was taken from listener feedback asking, "Can you define the difference between a premium cigar vs a non-premium cigar?" We took a stab at that one while smoking the Aganorsa Rare Leaf Reserve Maduro, very much a premium cigar. We then paired that cigar with 4 dark beers and interviewed the up and coming, cigar-loving country singer, Orlando Mendez aka The Cuba
What makes a cigar bad? + We blind taste 3 California Reds and smoke the Stillwell Star
From construction, to flavors, to fermentation, the guys break down all of the factors that unequivocally mean that your cigar is a bad one. Did they miss anything? Let us know in the comments. Also, they smoke the Stillwell Star from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust and were joined by Cigar Dojo's Eric Guttormson to discuss the upcoming Top 25 lists.
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Does wrapper color equal strength? + Blended Scotch + an interview with JDN's Juan Martinez
A perfectly synergistic episode where the cigar, question, spirit selection, and interview guest all revolve around a question sent in by a listener. The guys smoked the Joya de Nicaragua Antaño CT, drank high-end blended Scotch, and sat down with Joya de Nicaragua's Juan Martinez.
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Rocky Patel is in the House + Bourbon Pairing
We sat down with Rocky Patel to talk about his latest influences in cigar blending as well as his upcoming release of the highly anticipated Conviction. Back in the studio, the guys paired the Rocky Patel DBS with 3 top-shelf bourbons and answered a great listener question.
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Why do different shapes and sizes taste different + Tequilas + Illusione + Manolo Santiago interview
The guys answer an excellent listener question about why different vitolas of the same blend have different flavor profiles and even strength differences. During the show, the guys enjoyed the Illusione OneOff along with 3 fine tequilas. Later in the Share a Smoke segment, Ivan and Erik sat down with Manolo Santiago, the master blender for Casa 1910 Cigars.
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Tatuaje Lomo de Cerdo + Aged Rums + What do you look for in a cigar lounge
The guys get goofy on aged rums while discussing the topic of what you look for in a cigar lounge. They go overboard in their praise for the Tatuaje Tuxtla Lomo de Cerdo and eventually sit down with Ozzie Gomez, co-owner of 3 South Florida cigar bars including the new and impressive Tabacon Cigars & Spirits in Doral.
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Cigar storing with or without cellophane? + Rene Castaneda interview
The guys answer an X's & O's question from a serial emailer about whether it is a good idea or not to store or age cigars in their cellophane. Along the way the guys taste the new and limited Jack Daniel's Twice Barreled with the Villiger de Nicaragua. Finally a sit-down with Rene Castañeda reveals the story behind the new Villiger cigar factory in Nicaragua and we find out that whiskey hits Rene
Smoking a Celebration Cigar!
It's time to celebrate with a proper celebratory smoke, the Davidoff Year of the Rabbit. The guys enjoyed it with a vertical tasting of the Great Jones Distilling Company, Manhattan's first whiskey distillery since prohibition. Then Erik sat down with Davidoff USA's Eddie Guerra to discuss this and many other offerings from the premium cigar powerhouse.
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The Top 25 Show featuring an interview with Nick Melillo
The guys play a game to see who gets to smoke the Cigar of the Year from Cigar Snob Magazine's Top 25. They toast to all 25 of the selections with Zafra 30, a fantastic, limited edition rum. Later in the show, Erik sat down with Nick Melillo, the owner and blender for Olmec Maduro, the #1 cigar of 2022.
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How does Cigar Snob rate cigars? + Michael Herklots interview
The guys tackle a popular question about how Cigar Snob Magazine rates cigars while smoking the Ferio Tego Timeless 10 Years. The Perfect Pairings segment included top-shelf bourbons from EH Taylor, Willett, and Garrison Brothers. Finally, Erik sat down with Ferio Tego's Michael Herklots to talk about how a 1 year old company can have a 10th anniversary cigar...
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Is a Cigar of the Month Club right for me?
The team tackles a listener question about cigar clubs and other cigar buying platforms while smoking the My Father La Gran Oferta. They did a vertical tasting of Broken Barrel Whiskey, which significantly increased the "slur-factor" on the show. Finally, Erik sat down with Jose Ortega, VP of Sales for My Father Cigars, and discussed La Gran Oferta and what My Father Cigars has in store for 2023.
Inflation Buster Cigars + South American Wine Tasting + Interview w/Rafael Nodal
In this episode the guys pick their favorite inflation buster cigars while smoking Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua. They blind taste 3 highly rated South American wines and chat with Altadis USA’s Rafael Nodal.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Blind Tasting Single Malt Scotch w/Rocky Patel Number 6
The boys were blown away by 3 excellent single malt Scotches paired with a Rocky Patel Number 6 corona. They answered a great X's & O's question from a listener about Ybor City cigar factories. And Jim and Jamy took turns butchering Scotch brand names.
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Smokey Man Cave Solutions + Oktoberfest Beers + Aladino Cigars w/Justo Eiroa
The guys answer a listener question about how best to clean the air in his man cave while Jim struggles mightily with the pronunciation of our guest's name. Jamy brings in 4 Oktoberfest beers that the guys try to pair with the Aladino Classic.
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Cigar Buying Tips, Going at it Blind + Reposado Tequilas + Espinosa Las 6 Provincias with Erik Jr.
We help a listener navigate the confusing terms on a cigar box and label then turn our attention to 3 reposado tequilas all the while smoking Espinosa's Las 6 Provincias CMW edition. There's a little bit of everything in this episode including Cuban trivia, and interview with Erik Espinosa Jr., and we even learn about Jim's George Clooney man-crush.
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Don't Char Your Cigar! Lighting a Cigar 101 + American Whiskey Tasting + Stillwell Star
The guys answer listener feedback about a poorly lit cigar and offer tips on how best to do it. All three taste the Stillwell Star - English No. 27 for the first time and pair it with American whiskies.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Humidification A to Z + Blended Scotch Whisky + Integra Boost's Omar Fernandez
In this episode the boys smoke the limited edition My Father Le Bijou 1922 - 100 Years, straight from the PCA trade show floor while drinking 4 excellent blended Scotches. They go deep into cigar humidification methods and bring on Integra Boost's Omar Fernandez for his expertise on the subject.
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Movies, Booze, & Cigars + Blind Irish Whiskey Tasting Surprise + LFD’s Tony Gomez Talks Golden Bull
The guys respond to listener feedback about their movie, drink, and cigar preferences while smoking the La Flor Dominicana Colorado Oscuro. Then they blind-tasted 3 excellent Irish whiskeys with a surprising result before sitting down with La Flor Dominicana’s Tony Gomez to discuss the upcoming Golden Bull NFT release.
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5 Must-Try Cigars for Every Cigar Smoker + Blind Bourbon Tasting + Frank Herrera Interview
The guys put together the ultimate starter guide for cigar smokers and they hit it out of the park with this list. They smoked the new FSG 20-Acre Farm while blind-tasting 4 killer bourbons including one super-value bourbon. Finally, they sat down for a chat with the cigar industry's favorite attorney, Frank Herrera.
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Size matters! How a cigar's shape/size affect the smoke + After-dinner drinks, McFly, and TJ Riley
In this episode the crew smokes the Oscar Valladares McFly, discusses the effect that shape and size has on the experience of a cigar, and sample 4 after-dinner drinks with the McFly, all before speaking with Terence “TJ” Riley about the cigar industry and Aganorsa Leaf.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Is it ever OK to bring your own cigar to a shop? + Single Malt Scotch + Willy Herrera interview
The guys smoke the Herrera Esteli Lonsdale Deluxe and speak with its creator and master blender, Willy Herrera. There is a discussion about whether its OK to bring your own cigars to a cigar shop or lounge, and a blind single malt scotch showdown that ends in a split decision.
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Is it okay to relight your cigar? + the new AVO Syncro Caribe + Añejo Tequila Blind Tasting
Erik, Ivan, and Jim smoke the newly released AVO Syncro Caribe and answer a listener question about the right way to relight a cigar. They also blind taste 3 añejo tequilas and have a great conversation with Total Wine's certified wine and spirits professional who also happens to love cigars and tequila jokes.
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The Art of Retrohaling + Liga Privada H99 + Blind Tasting Aged Rums
The guys smoke the new Liga Privada H99 and introduce Jim to the wonderful world of retrohaling cigars. Jamy supplies the team with 3 aged rums they taste blind with surprising results. Finally, Ivan sits down with Santa Teresa Rum's brand ambassador to learn more about the Venezuelan rum, its roots, and learn how to make a Rumoni cocktail.
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Made in the Shade + Imperial Stout Blind Tasting + Camacho's George Rami
What's the difference between Maduro and Oscuro? Or Connecticut Shade and Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade? The guys break it down for you before getting into 3 outstanding Imperial Stouts. They tasted the beers blind and tried to match them up with the newly released Camacho Factory Unleashed. Speaking of Camacho, we sat down with Brand Ambassador George Rami aka Latin Thunder for our share a smoke s
How Far Down Do You Smoke? + Casey Haugen (Crux Cigars) Interview
The guys weigh in on how far down you should smoke your cigar while enjoying the Crux Epicure Maduro down to the nub! They blind-taste 3 accessible rums, one which apparently "needs a push-up bra" and determine which pairs best with smoke of the day and Erik tells a story of playing golf and drinking heavily at a golf course surrounded by active volcanoes. Perhaps the best golf story of the day be
Cigar Snob Magazine goes topless? + Michael Herklots Interview
It's a loaded show! Ivan shares a backstory about a topless model photo shoot that got us kicked out of a California park. We answered a listener-driven question: what vitola or shape do professional cigar smokers enjoy the most? Plus we caught up with Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego to discuss the latest news surrounding his cigar company. Lastly, we blind-tasted 3 Mezcals and paired them with a T
Developing Your Cigar Palate + blind tasting rye whiskey
Having a hard time picking out the flavors and aromas of your cigar? The Cigar Snob guys can help! On the show they smoked the new and limited Rare Leaf Reserve from Aganorsa Leaf and interviewed Terence Reilly of Aganorsa to get the scoop on this limited blend. In the Perfect Pairings segment they matched up 3 cask strength ryes with the Rare Leaf Reserve and were blown away by one of the three.
Should you keep the band on or off the cigar? + blind-tasting bourbons!
The guys smoke Wild Hunter Oscuro by Oscar Valladares while they discuss whether it's bad form to keep the label on or off of the cigar. They also blind-taste 3 top-rated bourbons in search of the Wild Hunter's perfect match, interview Erik Espinosa about the impact of winning Cigar of the Year, and Ivan shares the backstory of the very first Cigar Snob fashion shoot.
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Top 25 Cigars of 2020... and the winner is?
The guys are back to announce the Top 25! Along with their standard goofiness, they also previewed the new issue of Cigar Snob Magazine including a trip to Atlanta to interview the founders of Warrior Poet Society, a fun travel story about Omaha, a super sexy cover shoot and finally they reflected on the Super Bowl. All the while they smoked 2020's Cigar of the Year. Don't miss this episode!
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Pre-Thanksgiving Episode while smoking Aladino Cigars
We're getting ready for Thanksgiving COVID-edition but before we start frying socially distanced turkeys, we sat down to smoke an Aladino Cigar. We talked about all manner of goofiness including Pope Francis' Instagram gaff, a cigar-chomping puppy savior, and a massive collection effort in support of the hurricane-impacted families of Honduras and Nicaragua.
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Smoking the new Sobremesa Brûlée Blue and talking elections, masters, and more!
The guys are back to discuss the madness that is this election and how it could impact the cigar business with special guest Glynn Loope, former executive director of Cigar Rights of America. Things got much lighter from there when they got into serious Masters talk with predictions from Erik and Ivan. They also responded to some interesting listener feedback! All of this while smoking the new Sob
Interview with HVC's Reinier Lorenzo - HVC Black Friday Release!
HVC's Reinier Lorenzo joined our host Erik Calviño to talk about the latest HVC Black Friday release. Reinier also shares his ideas on blending, Cuban cigars, and which cigars make him want to have a glass of milk!
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Interview with Claudio Sgroi of Mombacho Cigars
Master blender and co-owner of Mombacho Cigars, Claudio Sgroi paid us a visit at Cigar Snob HQ. Erik surprised Claudio with a special cigar that he'd been aging for 5 years. Claudio shared his inspiring and serendipitous story of how he went from never smoking cigars, to falling head over heels, to eventually being offered his dream job of master blender.
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Epic cigar adventure in Utah; models, runaway drones, and Casa Cuba cigars
We traveled out to Southern Utah for an epic photo shoot with two gorgeous models, a photo shoot crew, tons of Casa Cuba cigars, and way too much equipment to haul up and down slippery slopes. Also nearly lost a drone in the high winds of %&@#* Point! We'd tell you the name but swore that we wouldn't share that amazing spot. Did the drone survive?
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Interview with Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf
Not only is Aganorsa Leaf the largest tobacco grower in Nicaragua, but their cigars consistently garner some of the highest ratings in Cigar Snob Magazine. In today's episode we bring back Terence Reilly to discuss Aganorsa's latest release and what the future holds for the New England Patriots...
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Interview with Oscar Valladares of Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co.
Oscar Valladares is the man behind the insanely popular brands LEAF by Oscar, SuperFly, and The Oscar among others. He spent some time with us at Cigar Snob HQ before continuing down to Honduras. His story of grit, resourcefulness, and love for tobacco is one you won't want to miss.
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Talking photo shoots and smoking Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua
We're back with tons of Cigar Snob photo shoot talk while smoking the new Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua made at the AJ Fernandez factory. We discovered a bird that can predict hurricanes and recapped the recent PGA Championship along with Erik's trip to Sanibel Island. And once again we read some great listener feedback.
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Interview with Harry Blustein of Harry Blu's Gin
Harry made a series of cocktails for the team at Cigar Snob and sat down with Erik to share stories about his interesting background and what made him decide to dive into the competitive gin market in the middle of a global pandemic.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Smoking Liga Privada Year of the Rat; talking cigar events, Goya, and hitting cars with golf balls!
We smoked the new Liga Privada Unico Serie Year of the Rat 2020 Limited Edition while talking about our trip to Naples to attend the Traveling Road Show with Rocky Patel, Oliva, Alec Bradley, and Crowned Heads. We played golf and even told the story of the time Ivan hit a car with a golf ball from Erik's parents house. We also read some great listener feedback!
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Fuente OpusX 20 Yrs Lancero! Editors’ Roundtable talking movies, Charlie Daniels, and a little COVID
We’re smoking one of our favorite cigars in lancero format and we got into some stories of when we visited Tabacalera Fuente and spent days smoking nothing but Opus X and Don Carlos. We then got into movies, Charlie Daniels, and Japanese roller coasters! Yes you read that right...
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Editors' Roundtable: The infamous culebra, the perfect song, and everything's cancelled
We smoked the Brick House Culebra Maestra and went deep into what is a culebra, what's so good about it, and why it looks so funky! We also took a page from KROQ's on-air personality and our former classmate Nicole Alvarez and each came up with our perfect song. And finally we got into why cancelling Mt. Rushmore would suck.
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Editors' Roundtable: Smoking the pre-release Davidoff Special 53 CD, and time capsules?
We found our new favorite Davidoff in the pre-release Special 53 Capa Dominicana and we talk about how cigar companies are reacting to not having a trade show. We discuss Father's Day plans and a day at the shooting range. It was all going so well until we got into the idea of a time capsule and what cigars, booze, and copies of Cigar Snob Magazine we would want remembered...
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Editors' Roundtable: Smoking My Father The Judge, talking tons of cigar talk and more
We smoke the My Father The Judge in Grand Robusto and we get into the tricky nature of blending cigars. It goes downhill after that when we get into Major League domestic disputes and some disastrous Cigar Snob photo shoot stories.
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Robusto (5 x 60) box-pressed
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Editors' Roundtable: Smoking Viva La Vida, talking protests, drive-thrus, and COVID's toll on cigars
Erik, Ivan (and Jasper) smoke the Viva La Vida robusto while talking about the protests, riots, and looting. They also get into the impact that COVID has had on the cigar business as well as the wacky drive-thru celebrations being held all over the country.
Viva La Vida
Robusto (5 x 54)
Manufactured by AJ Fernandez
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
MSRP: $1
Editors' Roundtable: We're back! Smoking Oliva V Melanio and talking corona, sports, and giveaways!
The guys introduced a new team member while smoking one of their all-time favorite smokes, the Oliva Serie V Melanio. There's also coronavirus talk including the end of social distancing at Cigar Snob HQ! Also the end of an era at the magazine and podcast, Nick is gone! Finally we announced the winner of the #QuarantineGiveaway and respond to reader feedback.
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Editors' roundtable: smoking Dimplomático by Mombacho cigars, talking coronavirus
The Cigar Snob team gathers around the mics (keeping a safe distance) to smoke Diplomatico by Mombacho, paired with Diplomático rum, and talk about how we've experienced the coronavirus outbreak.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Protocol Themis cigars, corona virus, Miami Heat, UFC 248, cigar festivals
The gang smokes Protocol Themis cigars while talking corona virus, the Democratic primaries, Miami Heat basketball, cigar festivals, and more.
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What's new at Avo and Camacho? We got a visit from Eddy Guerra And George Rami
We got a visit at Cigar Snob HQ from Eddy Guerra and George Rami, who told us all about what's new in the Avo and Camacho portfolios, along with information about events and factory tours.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Joya De Nicaragua Cuatro Cinco Reserva Especial, #FEELTHEBERN, Tyson Fury
On this episode, we smoked a Joya de Nicaragua cigar that's available exclusively at Drew Diplomat retailer events. We also recapped some of our recent travel (Dominican Republic, Austin, Palm Beach) and went over the latest developments in the Democratic Party's primary race, Tyson Fury's heavyweight rematch win, and the retirement of Dwyane Wade's jersey.
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Editors' Roundtable - Rocky Patel's World Championship cigar, SOTU 2020, TPE trade show
The Cigar Snob team has a good old fashioned smoke off, recaps the Puro Sabor festival in Nicaragua, talks about the Top 25 Cigars of 2019, and wonders about whether the Super Bowl Halftime Show would have been better without Shakira or Jennifer Lopez. Also, Donald Trump and Nancy Pelosi are ridiculous, Ivan saw a weird movie, and we got a song about cigars from a reader.
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Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Executive Director Scott Pearce on trade show, FDA, industry rifts
We were joined by phone by Scott Pearce, executive director of the Premium Cigar Association. He and senior editor Nick Jiménez discussed the PCA's history, the future of the trade show it hosts every year, and how rifts in the premium cigar industry are affecting that trade show and the cigar community at large.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Fred Vandermarliere of J. Cortès on Oliva and rethinking the way premium cigars are made
Erik and Nick caught up with Fred Vandermarliere of J. Cortès at Casa Oliva in Estelí, Nicaragua after a tour of the expanded and improved TABOLISA factory. The three had a discussion about Oliva Cigars, technology in cigar making, and the care that's been taken to preserve the original spirit of Oliva.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Oliva Cigars COO Fidel Valdés Rodríguez on the expansion of the Tabolisa factory in Nicaragua
Fidel Valdés Rodríguez is the engineer behind thee recent expansion and overhaul of Oliva Cigar's Tabolisa factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. We sat with the Cuban-born COO to talk about his journey from Cuba to the Nicaraguan cigar industry, the technology behind the new production methods at Oliva, and the way that all the change at the company connects to the happiness of the workers who make it all
Néstor Andrés Plasencia on his family's tobacco history, his native Estelí, what's new at Plasencia
During a visit to Estelí, Nicaragua, Erik and Nick met with Nestor Andrés Plasencia to talk about cigars, Nicaragua, and some of the more recent developments in the Plasencia portfolio.
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"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Drew Estate Year Of The Pig, Cigar Snob in Nicaragua, Christmas
Just before Christmas Eve, the team gathers 'round to try a variety of Drew Estate Flying Pigs, talk about a recent trip to Estelí, recap a photo shoot that'll be published in an upcoming issue of the magazine, and speculate as to whether it's safe to have mealworms eat our plastic.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Bellas Artes Maduro Lancero cigars, Conor McGregor, Kamala Harris
We smoke AJ Fernandez's Bellas Artes Maduro Lancero cigars in this latest Editors' Roundtable episode. Erik, Ivan and Nick get caught up on the Democratic primaries, Kamala Harris' drropping out of the race for the presidency, the new Black Widow trailer, the return of Conor McGregor to the UFC, and more.
Editors' Roundtable - Casa Fernandez Miami Reserva cigars, Tesla Cybertruck, Erik goes to China
We smoke Casa Fernandez Miami Reserva and get caught up on Erik's trip to China, the unveiling of Tesla's new electric truck, Colin Kaepernick's exploits, and a bunch more.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Storm Boen of Operation Cigars for Warriors — getting premium cigars to deployed soldiers
In this episode, you'll hear an interview we recorded back in July. The story you'll hear is every bit as important now as then. Not only because it's narrowly about a cause you might want to support, but because it's broadly about the role cigars can and often do play in making positive change.
Our guest here is Storm Boen, the decorated veteran who leads Operation Cigars for Warrriors, which d
Editors' Roundtable - smoking Vegas Del Purial, Myles Garrett, Evo Morales
The guys smoke Vegas del Purial Gran Reserva and chat about the NFL's helmet swinging scandal, Evo Morales' ouster in Bolivia, and the cost effectiveness of switching to streaming services.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Illusione Garagiste cigars, Jorge Masvidal, nuclear ants, Jeffrey Epstein
We smoke a new release from Illusione Cigars, recap UFC 244 (headlined by the BMF fight between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz), wonder whether Jeffrey Epstein committed suicide, and discuss the phenomenon of "sleep divorce."
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Boris Wintermans on Balmoral Serie Signaturas Paso Doble cigars, working with La Flor Dominicana
Boris Wintermans of Royal Agio Cigars sat with Nicolás Antonio Jiménez to talk about Balmoral Serie Signaturas Paso Doble and what it was like to work with La Flor Dominicana's Litto Gómez on that blend, which is the second installment in the Serie Signaturas lineup.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Episode 100! - Viva La Vida Jester cigars, Miami Heat, dead ISIS terrorists
Incredibly, we made it to episode 100 of the Cigar Snob Podcast!
Erik, Ivan and Nick light up some limited-edition Viva La Vida Jester Cigars to talk sports – NBA, UFC, MLB, PGA, NFL — along with some of the latest news about American forces killing ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Nick's dislocating his shoulder in a Boosted Board accident, and the Joker movie.
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"BossaBo
Editors' Roundtable: Joya De Nicaragua Antaño CT, Miami Mega Herf, Neptune Cigars turns 20
We smoked Joya de Nicaragua Antaño CT, recapped our experriences at a couple of Miami cigar events, and wonder what's behind the controversies surrounding Kanye West and Kim Kardashian.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Tea and pre-embargo Cuban cigar tasting w JoJo Tea founder, American tea master Michael Ortiz
Friend and American tea master Michael Ortiz paid a visit to Cigar Snob HQ and brought a couple of guests along: Frank Baroudi, who came with a treasure trove of pre-embargo Cuban cigars in tow, and Kunikazu Mochitani, a matcha producer who brought along some of his own teas. Together, the three of them led us on one of the most unique tasting sessions we've ever experienced.
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Editors' Roundtable - Las 6 Provincias MTZ by Espinosa Cigars, Daytona Beach, China, Lebron James
We got a personalized box of Espinosa Cigars' Las 6 Provinicias MTZ. Join as we smoke a few, talk NASCAR, Sarasota golfing, the NBA's China controverrsy and the new Joker movie.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Nestor Miranda & Jason Wood on Don Lino Africa cigars, black mambas and working with your in laws
Senior editor Nicolás Jiménez went to Miami Cigar headquarters to chat with Nestor Miranda and Jason Wood about the new Don Lino Africa, their relationship with A.J. Fernández, Nestor's time in Africa, Jason's experiences working with his father in law, and more.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Editors' Roundtable - Cain Daytona cigars and Casillero del Diablo Chilean wine
The team talks wine after a Casillero del Diablo tasting, smokes Cain Daytona Coronas, and trashes a ridiculously gross Miami snack before contemplating whether they should order a few for the office.
Music in this episode:
"BossaBossa" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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