Cohiba vs Montecristo: Which Cuban Cigar Brand Is Better?
If you’ve spent any time around Cuban cigars, you’ve faced this question at least once: Cohiba vs Montecristo — which one deserves your money?…
The Habanos Journal
Cuban Cigars, Explained
Box prices, tasting notes and straight answers from people who have been sourcing Havana's cigars since 1999 — written for the smoker deciding what to light next.
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Cuban Cigar Size Guide: Understanding Vitolas, Ring Gauge, and Length
Cuban Cigar Size Guide: Understanding Vitolas, Ring Gauge, and Length Cuban cigar sizes are defined by two measurements — length in inches and ring…
Best Cuban Cigars for Beginners: Where to Start Your Journey
Best Cuban Cigars for Beginners: Where to Start Your Journey The best Cuban cigars for beginners are the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 and…
Cigar and Drink Pairings: The Complete Guide to Matching Cuban Cigars with Spirits
Cigar and Drink Pairings: The Complete Guide to Matching Cuban Cigars with Spirits The best cigar and drink pairings match the intensity of the…
How to Spot Fake Cuban Cigars: The Complete Authentication Guide
How to Spot Fake Cuban Cigars: The Complete Authentication Guide To spot fake Cuban cigars, check the Habanos warranty seal on the box for…
Cuban Cigar Gift Guide: The Perfect Present for Every Budget
Cuban Cigar Gift Guide: The Perfect Present for Every Budget The best Cuban cigar gifts match the recipient’s experience level and your budget, starting…
Cohiba Behike 56 Review: Is the World’s Most Coveted Cigar Worth?
Review: Cohiba Behike 56 — The Pinnacle of Cuban Craftsmanship There are cigars, and then there are experiences. The Cohiba Behike 56 does not…
Most Expensive Cuban Cigars: From $100 Smokes to $36,000 Humidors
Most Expensive Cuban Cigars: From $100 Smokes to $36,000 Humidors The most expensive Cuban cigars range from around $128 per stick for a Cohiba…
Humidor Buying Guide: How to Choose, Season, and Maintain Your First Humidor
Humidor Buying Guide: How to Choose, Season, and Maintain Your First Humidor A humidor is a humidity-controlled storage container that keeps cigars at 65-72%…
Montecristo No. 4 Review: Cuba’s Most Popular Cigar for a Reason
Montecristo No. 4: A Cuban Classic in Every Draw There are cigars known for size and there are cigars known for presence. The Montecristo…
Cuban Cigars vs Dominican Cigars: Which Are Actually Better?
Cuban Cigars vs Dominican Cigars: Which Are Actually Better? Neither Cuban nor Dominican cigars are objectively “better” — they represent two distinct traditions of…
Are Cuban Cigars Overrated? An Honest Expert Assessment
Are Cuban Cigars Overrated? An Honest Expert Assessment Cuban cigars are not overrated in terms of their unique terroir, centuries of tradition, and distinctive…