Celebrity Cigar Smoker: Denzel Washington
Celebrity cigar smoker Denzel Washington is one of only a few names in Hollywood that command attention. Throughout his career, he has become one of the highest-grossing actors. That’s besides directing a few pictures of his own. He was known for being calm, courteous, and utterly unshakable during this time. These are all characteristics that […]
The Cigar Smoking World Championship
“The Cigar Smoking World Championship was born out of the true passion of cigars combined with the beauty of the moments spent sharing this passion with like-minded people from all over the World.” — CSWCWorld.com The cigar-smoking competition has been ongoing for nine years now and counting. You’ll find the best talent in the […]
Tobacco Plus Expo 2020: Our Thoughts
Had a chance to visit Tobacco Plus Expo 2020 in Las Vegas last week. It was a great time! I spent the better part of three days smoking cigars, sharing the Cigar Life Guy brand story, and learning about other businesses in the cigar space. I’ll keep this focused on some high-level thoughts and keep it from […]
History of Cigars: Central America to Cigar City
Can you imagine what it was like to smoke the first stick in the history of cigars? Not one of the crude creations of rolled tobacco burned by ancient Mayans in Central America. The first actual cigar. A cigar brimming with rich Cuban tobacco. A cigar meticulously cultivated and wrapped with care in fragrant tobacco […]
Cigars and Music: The Cigar Lifestyle of Jay-Z
Shawn Corey Carter is one of the most influential billionaires you have probably never heard of. But, his professional moniker, Jay-Z, invokes much more than being a man with a lot of cash, cigars, and music. Since his 1996 hip-hop debut, Jay-Z has navigated an atmospheric rise through the music charts. But, he also found […]
20 Things Premium Cigar Smokers Should Know
It’s the 20’s again, what better time to learn a thing or two about your favorite pastime of lighting up, sitting back, and smoking a premium cigar. Here are 20 things every cigar smoker should know in 2020. 1. Cigars Size Matters There are two things that matter when it comes to a cigar’s […]
Lone Wolf Cigars and Chuck Norris
Chuck Norris and Lone Wolf Cigars go hand in hand. It’s not hard to figure out why when considering the man behind the brand. They say Chuck Norris could make an onion cry. Some believe he can unscramble an egg simply by looking at it. Others believe that beneath his beard is not a chin […]
Cigar Journal Features Cigar Life Guy
It’s great getting your name and your brand noticed, especially in print. But, what’s better is when that notoriety places your goals — helping fellow cigar smokers, in front of the very readers you aim to please. That’s what happened when Cigar Journal contacted Dave Arlinghaus of Cigar Life Guy for the inside scoop. Cigar […]
Cigar Wrappers: A Crash Course in Leaf Types
A guide to cigar wrappers — what is arguably the most important part of the cigar. When you think of a cigar’s flavor and aroma, the first things that come to mind are the types of tobacco leaf used. After all, the leaf makes up the dense, springy interior. The surprising truth is that […]
Michael Jordan and Cigar Lifestyle
Michael Jordan is more than an athlete. He is one of the most successful men of the modern world, period. Jordan has managed to dominate more than just the basketball court. He is the winner of six NBA championships. He’s also the owner of the Charlotte Hornets. And, he’s the driving force behind the world’s […]