Why Cigars and Coffee Go Together in the Morning

Cigars and coffee are a perfect match

In Cuba, the traditional way to start your morning is with a cigar and a strong Cuban espresso. Bar none, cigars and coffee offer one of the best pairings you’ll find with cigars. Simply brew a cup, light your cigar and finish both before you get on with your day. The cigar and coffee go […]

How to Select Your Cigar Humidors

Choosing cigar humidors goes beyond the box

If you’ve been living the cigar lifestyle for any length of time then you already know how important cigar humidors are for your smokes. You’ll also know all about how to keep it clean and well taken care of. That’s kind of the Cigars 101 type of thing you usually get told by whoever brings […]

Basketball Great Julius Erving Enjoys Cigars

Julius Erving making a shot

Few can claim not to know the name Julius Erving, who also goes by “Dr. J.” He is one of the greatest ever to hit the hardwood on the basketball court. However, you may not know that Erving is a big fan of cigars and smoking around good company. Erving loves a good conversation with […]

Build Your Own Cigar Smoking Room at Home

A dedicated smoking room is a great place to kick back with your favorite stick.

Let’s face it, the best place to kick back and relax with a nice smoke and maybe a glass of scotch is in the comfort of our homes. So what better way to enjoy a great stick and perhaps some fellowship than in your smoking room? We’ve all heard about celebrities like Arnold Schwarzenegger throwing cigar parties […]

Yes, Good Tequila Pairs Well With Cigars!

Good tequila pairs well with cigars

Every cigar smoker knows that cigars go well when paired with certain types of alcohol. There are many winning combinations, and good tequila pairs well with some of them. However, some folks may need to learn that tequila has some interesting similarities to cigars, making it perfect for pairing. Before we dive into which pairings go best […]

​Football Legend Michael Strahan is a Cigar Lover

Football legend, Michael Strahan

You probably know this record-holding New York Giant for being one of the best defensive ends in the game. Yet, it might surprise you that football legend Michael Strahan is a big cigar fan. When he’s not on TV, one of Strahan’s notable quotes is saying that a good cigar is something he can’t live […]

WWE Champ John Cena Enjoys Cigars

WWE Champ, John Cena

It’s hard to imagine a thirteen-time WWE Champion has time for leisure activities. Yet, when he’s home in his custom-designed gentleman’s room, John Cena loves hanging with his guys and smoking cigars. Of course, he’s not the only athlete or movie star to enjoy the cigar life. The WWE champ has plenty of peers, such […]

Ludacris is Killing the Cigar Game

If you’re unfamiliar with the music of Chris Bridges, better known as Ludacris, then you should definitely be paying attention to him for his cigar-loving lifestyle. He has been an avid cigar fan for years. In fact, as a celebrity smoker, he’s killing the cigar game. He often shows off with a stick in his […]

Matthew McConaughey Thinks Cigars Are Alright

Matthew McConaughey

Everyone’s favorite gentleman from Texas, Matthew McConaughey, is no stranger to the big screen. Regardless of what type of roles he’s playing, McConaughey continues to be one of the biggest stars in Hollywood. Yet, there is something about McConaughey that you may not know. When he isn’t starring in films or endorsing luxury cars, McConaughey […]

Smoking Double: Barbeque and Cigars Go Together

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For centuries man has smoked cigars and for centuries he has also smoked meat. When did the two activities first get paired together? No one knows. One thing is certain, though: barbeque and cigars pair well. Many cigar smokers enjoy a good barbeque and many backyard barbeque fans enjoy a good cigar, even if they […]