Cigar Lifestyle: A Celebration of Black Cigar Smokers – By Mike Holmes

Posted on May 5, 2019May 7, 2019 by bostonjimmie

re·sur·gence/rəˈsərjəns/nounan increase or revival after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence. Within the past few years I’ve noticed that there has been a massive resurgence of black cigar smokers in the United States. Traditionally the cigar community has always been diverse, but through the lens of social media and annual events like Black Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: A Celebration of Black Cigar Smokers – By Mike Holmes[…]

Product Review: Groovy Groomsmen Gifts – Sheer Ecstasy Gift Box

Posted on May 3, 2019May 14, 2019 by bostonjimmie

I recently received cool gift box from a company called GroovyGroomsmenGifts.com. This company offers some very cool gift ideas for men and it targets the Groomsmen market. On their website, there is a Cigars and Lighters menu pick that has a collection of gifts for your favorite cigar enthusiast. Although they are marketing to men, Read more about Product Review: Groovy Groomsmen Gifts – Sheer Ecstasy Gift Box[…]

Cigar Review: Fuente Gran Reserva Hemingway Signature – Rated 87

Posted on May 3, 2019May 3, 2019 by bostonjimmie

I recently received a gift card from Holt’s Cigars last month to use to purchase some Fuente Gran Reserva Hemingway Signature cigars to review on Stogie Press. The package arrived in pristine form and I promptly stored them in my controlled humidor to add to the review rotation. Today I offer my review of this Read more about Cigar Review: Fuente Gran Reserva Hemingway Signature – Rated 87[…]

Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Short Salomone – Rated 97

Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 by bostonjimmie

When I published the news that Crux Cigars will be introducing a Limited Edition Short Salomone vitola of their acclaimed Epicure cigar, I said to myself, can the Crux crew top the original Epicure? I mean it was the #5 cigar of the year in a year with plenty of fine competition. I certainly wanted Read more about Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Short Salomone – Rated 97[…]

Warfighter Tobacco .50 Cal Field Maduro Double Corona

Cigar Review: Warfighter Cigars .50 Cal Field Maduro Double Corona – Rated 89

Posted on May 1, 2019May 1, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Last month we reviewed the Warfighter Cigars Cigars Garrison 7.62 MM Double Corona. Today I would like to offer a review of the Warfighter Cigars .50 Cal Field Maduro. The Warfighter Cigars .50 Cal Field Maduro is a bold and inviting blend that is a just a smidgen away from a Nicaraguan puro: Wrapper – Read more about Cigar Review: Warfighter Cigars .50 Cal Field Maduro Double Corona – Rated 89[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Las Calaveras EL 2019

Posted on May 1, 2019May 1, 2019 by bostonjimmie

The wait is over! Crowned Heads announced today that the Las Calaveras EL 2019 will be shipping in June. The Las Calaveras Edición Limitada line was first introduced in 2014 as a tribute to those who have passed away in the previous year. It is a celebration of lives and remembrances as opposed to a Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Las Calaveras EL 2019[…]

Cigar News: Imperial Brands PLC Divesting Premium Cigar Business

Posted on April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Have a few nickles laying around? It is being reported today that Imperial Brands, PLC has announced it plans to sell its premium cigar business, a business that includes such major non-Cuban brands as Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta, Aging Room, and H. Upmann. You may recognize these top brands as part of the Atlidas S.A. Read more about Cigar News: Imperial Brands PLC Divesting Premium Cigar Business[…]

Cigar News: United Cigars Introduces New La Gianna Packaging

Posted on April 29, 2019April 30, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Originally introduced in 1994 as a celebration of David Garofalo’s new born daughter Gianna, the La Gianna brand is now getting a face-lift for its 25th anniversary. That is, at least from the packaging perspective. United Cigars announced today that its famed La Gianna brand will get new packaging in time for this years IPCPR. Read more about Cigar News: United Cigars Introduces New La Gianna Packaging[…]

Crux Cigars Smoklahoma Corona Gorda Collection

Cigar News: Crux Cigars Brings Back Smoklahoma Corona Gorda Collection

Posted on April 27, 2019April 27, 2019 by bostonjimmie

It is that time of the year, and if you live in or near Oklahoma City, you may want to check the 2019 Smoklahoma Cigar Event this weekend. Crux Cigars is returning to the event this weekend with a re-release of their exclusive Smoklahoma Corona Gorda Collection. The event begins at 6:30 PM tonight, April Read more about Cigar News: Crux Cigars Brings Back Smoklahoma Corona Gorda Collection[…]

Cigar Review: El Viajante Edicion XXXV -Rated 89

Posted on April 27, 2019October 8, 2020 by bostonjimmie

Back in February, Viajante’s Stogie Road owner Kerr Viajante and Tabacalera G. Kafie y Cia. owner Dr. Gaby Kafie announced their collaboration on a new premium cigar line; El Viajante Edicion XXXV. The limited release cigar is the first in a series of The Viajante’s Stogie Road Diaries and is available exclusively to brick and Read more about Cigar Review: El Viajante Edicion XXXV -Rated 89[…]

Cigar News: The Power of Purple Now Arriving at Retailers Nationwide

Posted on April 26, 2019April 26, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Drew Estate has announced the immediate shipping of ACID Plush and ACID Croqueta to retailers nationwide. These two Purple powerhouses in the ACID lineup were showcased at the 2019 TAA conference held at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic and are already in high demand. 20 Years of ACID! Continuing the celebration of the Read more about Cigar News: The Power of Purple Now Arriving at Retailers Nationwide[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley Announces the Global Release of Project 40

Posted on April 26, 2019April 26, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Alec Bradley Cigar Co. has announced the Global Release of the Alec Bradley Project 40. According to the press release, ‘Project 40 is not just a line, but a concept representative of the search to find a deeper understanding as to why cigars have a positive cognitive impact on the mind and body.’ Alec Bradley Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Announces the Global Release of Project 40[…]

Cigar News: Crux Cigars Launches Union Fire a Famous Smoke Exclusive

Posted on April 24, 2019April 24, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Crux Cigars has announced the launch of the Union Fire, a new line of cigars that will be available exclusively through the Famous Smoke Shop. The name Union Fire pays homage to the Union Fire Company. It was a volunteer fire department in Philadelphia, formed with the assistance of Benjamin Franklin in 1736. Known as Read more about Cigar News: Crux Cigars Launches Union Fire a Famous Smoke Exclusive[…]

Cigar News: Altadis U.S.A Announces the Montecristo Espada Oscuro

Posted on April 24, 2019April 24, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Altadis U.S.A., maker of world-renowned premium cigars announced today the release of the Montecristo Espada Oscuro. The Montecristo Espada Oscuro is a follow-up cigar to the Montecristo Espada, which earned a top 20 honors by Cigar Aficionado in 2015. Once again, the “Grupo de Maestro’s” (Montecristo’s highly regarded group of Master Blenders) were given access to the Read more about Cigar News: Altadis U.S.A Announces the Montecristo Espada Oscuro[…]