The Advent of the Best Torpedo Cigars
There is a relevant quote from the cult classic “The Princess Bride” when it comes to Torpedo cigars; “You keep using that word… I don’t think it means what you think it means.” Retail stores and cigar lounges often refer to cigars as Torpedoes when they are something else. In fact, one of the most beloved […]
Six Confessions of a Smoking Lounge Owner
Here is a list of six “rules” an actual cigar shop owner sent Cigar Life Guy; a list of rules that can either make or break the cigar smoking experience in a private, smoking lounge. These rules may seem pretty universal, but you’d be surprised how often they get violated. Smoking Lounge Business Isn’t Free […]
Cigar Life Guy™ Launches Online Apparel Store
For Immediate Release ATLANTA – Cigar Life Guy™, a leading cigar lifestyle brand, recently launched a branded online apparel store. Founder, Dave Arlinghaus received requests for branded merchandise from fans. “I’ve received numerous inquiries from the cigar community,” said Arlinghaus. Fans were “asking where they could purchase Cigar Life Guy gear.” With that, the online […]
Social Distancing and Cigar Smoking
Smoking a cigar is, more often than not, a social event. There is a genuine camaraderie built around the smoking of a cigar. Unfortunately, these days brim with social distancing and mandated quarantine. Thus, the social nature of cigar smoking can be limited. Depending on where you live, the weather isn’t helping the situation. So what can a […]
How to Spot a Fake Cuban Cigar
For decades, there has been a market for counterfeit Cuban cigars. People can easily get duped as, on the outside, many of these Cubans look quite convincing. Some of them even smoke okay—although, if you know what you are doing, you can certainly tell the difference. Thankfully, there are ways to tell if your Cuban is […]
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 […]
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 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 […]