Why Are Cuban Cigars Illegal? The Complete Guide to Cuban Cigar Laws
Walk into almost any cigar lounge from London to Tokyo, and you’ll find boxes of Cohiba, Montecristo, and Partagás lining the shelves. Yet in…
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.
102 articles
Price guides
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Storage & ageing
Partagas Serie D No. 4 Review: Bold, Balanced Cuban Robusto
I have always believed that truly great cigars do not rush to make their point. The Partagás Serie D No. 4 is one of…
Trinidad Vigia Review: Balanced Cuban Elegance
Some cigars make their presence known immediately. Others reveal themselves more slowly. The Trinidad Vigía belongs firmly in the second category. From the moment…
Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchills Review: Smooth Cuban Smoke
The Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchill is a cigar that reflects how Cuban tradition continues to evolve without losing its center. It balances generosity…
Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No.2 Review: Classic Cuban Elegance
There are cigars that announce themselves immediately, and others that earn your respect without asking for it. The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2…
Cohiba Siglo VI Review: The Cuban Cigar Experience
I do not think of the Cohiba Siglo VI as a cigar one discovers by chance. It is a cigar you arrive at. Usually…
Montecristo No. 2 Review: A Classic Cuban Cigar Experience
A Cigar That Sets the Pace More reference than introduction There are cigars you smoke without thinking, and others that ask something of you…
Cuban Cigars vs. New World: How the Market is Changing
You’ve likely noticed the subtle shift in the cigar world, where Cuban cigars, once the undisputed kings, are now facing stiff competition from New…
How to Properly Put Out a Cigar
When it comes to enjoying a cigar, understanding how to extinguish it is just as essential as knowing how to light it. This includes…
How to Properly ash a cigar?
Cigar smoking is a delightful experience that extends beyond lighting up and inhaling. It is a ritual that involves every aspect of the cigar,…
How To Fix a Tight Draw Cigar?
Cigars are all about relaxation and savoring the moment. But what do you do when you're all set to enjoy your smoke and find…
How to refill a butane lighter
Have you ever been in a situation where your lighter runs out of fuel just when you need it? It's frustrating, but you can…