Before the internet, whiskey fans had to settle for whatever meager offerings their local liquor store had on hand. However, with the advent and proliferation of online shopping, a whole world of fantastic liquor is now on our metaphorical (and physical) doorsteps. But what are the best online whiskey retailers? The tough part is, there […]
I remember when the original Liga’s where released they were all the rage. When that Flying Pig got into the hands of enthusiasts it instantly became a “Must Have” cigar with its long, fat, round shape and pigtail cap. The attraction, creativity and craftsmanship was there along with a lot of flavor. I recall when […]
The cigar industry is full of stories. Some of them true, plenty made up, and all embellished in one way or another (“the [insert family name here] family has been in the business for 200 years, and the farm was personally blessed by Fidel Castro, Pope JP II, and Michael Jordan“). In fact, the cigar […]
I’m from Portland, Oregon, currently living in New York City with my wife, Catherine. Catherine’s family lives in Fairfax, Virginia, and we make a few trips down there a year to see family. I had complained a few times at how I hadn’t been able to try many of Virginia’s many whiskey distilleries. One of […]
Up for review today is the Montecristo Epic Craft Cured, which is the latest release from Altadis (shipped to retailers in December of 2017). I had been waiting eagerly in early January for the cigars to arrive at Nat Sherman, and after I complained one too many times about the cigars not having arrived on Facebook, […]
A few days ago I stopped by Nat Sherman on 42nd street to pick up an Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Eye of the Shark, which recently won Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of 2017. I should have known I wouldn’t find any since they likely sold out quickly in the #1 Cigar of the Year media […]
If you’re visiting this page, chances are it’s because you’re either a new cigar smoker, or you’re looking to buy a cigar for a friend or a special occasion. You may be standing in a cigar shop with your smartphone out or doing some research before purchasing online. It’s likely you’re looking at a range […]
Up for review today is the Joya de Nicaragua Cuatro Cinco, a cigar that celebrates the 45th anniversary of the founding of the company. As you can see, the cigar is a beauty to behold–part of the reason I picked it up. But beyond any aesthetic appeal has to be quality and craftsmanship. Blend Specifics […]