This primer includes information on tobacco production, cigar etiquette, humidor maintenance, and which drinks best complement a fine smoke. Plus, a list of major premium cigar brands, comparative strength ratings, a glossary of cigar terms, full-colour photographs, maps and a pull-out ring gauge and ruler.
A practical yet inspiring tome of quotes from famous cigar aficionados combined with helpful tips and information. Features a useful foldout ring gauge for measuring cigar diameters.
Tours the world's finest private collection of humidors, exploring the history of cigar accoutrements from cutters to ashtrays, in a sumptuously photographed edition by the editor and publisher of Cigar Aficionado.
This complete listing of more than 1200 cigars reviewed in CIGAR AFICIONADO magazine is an ultimate resource for cigar lovers. Each cigar is rated on a 100-point scale and listed along with its price, country of origin, type of tobacco, and description of strength and flavor. Also includes a directory of over 3200 retail tobacconists in the U.S. and some abroad.
CIGAR REVIEW JOURNAL/NOTEBOOK FOR CIGAR SMOKERS AND LOVERS!This cigar tasting notebook is a perfect gift for a cigar lovers whose hobby is to try and taste new cigars for relaxing. This Cigar Journal allows you to review up to 100 cigars you've smoked and allows you to attach your bands. You can record characteristics like date, brand, size, price, wrapper, binder, filler, time smoked as well as a personal rating and comment on the cigar.Designed for the cigar lover in your life. Makes a great gift idea to buy for Father's Day, Birthday or Christmas. For man or woman alike.Buy now and enjoy smoking your cigars.For more book click on the author's name
The most definitive guide to Cuban cigars: The Cuban Cigar Handbook profiles the history of cigars in Cuba and features an extensive guide to over 200 varieties. For more than two centuries, Cuban cigars have been heralded as the best cigars in the world. More than just a cigar, they're an art form, with tobacco growers and hand-rollers considered artists. Today, there are more than 200 varieties to discover, and this essential guide highlights each one. Featuring insights from industry experts like Gary Korb and Denis K. Toulouse, The Cuban Cigar Handbook presents an in-depth look at a wide range of fascinating topics, including: - a complete history of Cuban cigars - how to spot fakes - stories of celebrated cigar aficionados from Ernest Hemingway to Rudyard Kipling - the best Cuban rum to pair with a cigar - vivid descriptions of Cuba and its environs - dynamic profiles of growers, hand-rollers, and producers - and so much more! The Cuban Cigar Handbook tells the history of cigars in Cuba and includes an extensive guide to over 200 varieties. Tasting notes for all varieties of cigars explain what makes each type different from the others, and how to spot fakes. And should you get thirsty, this book also includes a guide for how best to pair Cuban cigars with Cuban rums. Light up a cigar, sit back, and read fascinating stories about notable cigar aficionados to learn what attracted the likes of Ernest Hemingway and Rudyard Kipling to Cuban cigars. The Cuban Cigar Handbook is the ideal gift for the cigar smoker in your life. This is the ultimate handbook for any burgeoning cigar enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur.