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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.
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
Posted in 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
Posted in 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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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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You don’t need your own cellar to properly care for your favorite wines.
Old World vs. New World Wine
Posted in 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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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
Posted in 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.
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
Posted in 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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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?
Posted in 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?
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
Posted in 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
Posted in 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.
The Emergence of Napa Valley
Posted in Masters Series
The first episode of the Masters Series, learn about the emergence of Napa Valley from Aaron Michaels - founder of Flint Knoll Winery
Does an ashtray really matter? Pssh, to propose that question is like asking a golfer if their golf bag matters. Heck yeah it matters. Now don’t get me wrong, a quality ashtray isn’t nearly as important as having a reliable cutter or lighter. It’s not really going to affect your cigar smoking experience, but it’s all part of the lifestyle.
10 Best Desktop Humidors for 2022
Posted in Best Of
Great speakers, a minimalist desk mat, a sleek magnetic charger. These are just a few unspoken desktop accessories that take any desk space over the top. However, for us cigar smokers, one of the most important desktop accessories is the desktop humidor. That way you can be sure your favorite cigars are always within arms reach, and always fresh.
Making the Cut: Punch Cut
Posted in How Tos
We’re back at it this week with the second installment of the Making the Cut series, where we’re breaking down the top cigar cutting styles, and answering common questions around cutting cigars. That way, any and every smoke session you have will always make the cut.
In the world of premium, hand rolled, flavor infused cigars, there’s no brand more beloved or more dominant than ACID by Drew Estate.
Making the Cut: V-Cut Cigar Cutters
Posted in How Tos
At Cigar World, we take pride in obsessing over anything and everything cigars. And we mean every-thing.
Deep Dive: Liga Privada
Posted in Cigars 101
Well, this deep dive isn’t about any of Drew Estate’s flavored cigars. No no no. It’s about their breakthrough and ascent into super premium, top-shelf cigars with the brand none other than Liga Privada.
Whether you’re dressing up as a cigar smoking character for Halloween or looking for a great cigar to puff on while Trick Or Treating with family and friends, the Cigar World team has scoured the internet for the highest rated and spookiest cigars on Earth.
The flannels are out in full effect, football is on, and the scent of pumpkin spice wafts through the air. Yep, it’s fall. And what better way to enjoy the crisp, cool evenings than with the premium cigar of your choice and a delicious fall cocktail to pair with it.
