Cigar Aficionado
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Sautter cigars in the heart of Mayfair & Knightsbridge, London
If you’re really into cigars and find yourself in London, chances are you’ve heard about Sautters – it’s like a household name among cigar enthusiasts. But if you’re new to the world of cigars, you might not have stumbled upon it yet. Let me tell you, Sautters is a place you’ll definitely want to check…
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Indulging in fine cigars at Havana Cigar Exchange in St. James, London
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Sampling cigars at The Connaught Cigar Merchants, Mayfair, London
As I continue to explore London’s cigar scene and mark off visiting cigar bars, terraces and sampling lounges from my list, I sometimes notice the emergence of new cigar venues. Last year, I heard on social media that the renowned Connaught Hotel, was on the brink of revealing its latest treasure, The Connaught Cigar Merchants…
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Looking back on my cigar journey since starting this blog
Exactly two years ago, I started this blog about my cigar experiences and wow, what a journey I’ve had so far! During the first year (2021), I set myself a cigar challenge to smoke as many cigars as possible from the A-Z of cigars in ‘The Cigar Companion: The Connoisseur’s Guide‘. I managed to smoke…
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Partagas – Lusitanias
The next cigar I am going to try as part of my cigar challenge is from the Partagas cigar brand. I will be smoking the Partagas Lusitanias. The stats: Length: 7 5/8″Ring Gauge: 49Strength: FullVitola: ProminentesCountry of origin: CubaCost: £31.99 @ CGars Background: Partagas is one of the oldest cigar brands, established in Havana, Cuba, in…
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El Rey Del Mundo – Demi-Tasse
The next cigar I will try as part of my cigar challenge is from the El Rey Del Mundo cigar brand. I will be smoking the Demi-Tasse cigar. The stats: Length: 4″ Ring Gauge: 30 Strength: Light to MediumCountry of origin: Cuba Background: The name El Rey Del Mundo translates as ‘King of The World’.…
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Dunhill – Aged Selection Robusto Grande 2006 Limited Edition
The next cigar I will try as part of my cigar challenge is from the Dunhill cigar brand; I will be smoking the Aged Selection Robusto Grande 2006 Limited Edition cigar. The stats: Length: 5 1/2″Ring Gauge: 54Strength: Mild – MediumCountry of origin: Dominican Republic Cost: £15.99 from MySmokingShop Background: Dunhill‘s history dates back to 1907, the year Alfred Dunhill opened his tobacco…
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Don Tomas – Clasico Robusto
The next cigar I am going to smoke as part of my cigar challenge is from the Don Tomás cigar brand, I will be trying the Clasico Robusto. I remember buying a box of Don Tomás cigars from JFK airport shortly after my first ‘proper’ Davidoff cigar back in the day (approx 2005-2006) via a…
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Cohiba – Piramides Extra
After smoking the Cohiba: Robusto, I just wasn’t happy to move on to another cigar brand without at least trying one other Cohiba. I looked high and low one more time for the Behike either 52, 54 or 56 at an affordable price, but it wasn’t meant to be. I then stumbled across this beauty……
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Cohiba – Robusto
Finally a cigar brand I can actually get my hands on, it’s been a while… it’s one of the biggies… the Cohiba! The most famous cigar brand on the planet. I did want to try the Cohiba Behike, considered the very top-tier of the entire Cohiba portfolio. However, it is billed as being the most…
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CAO – Flathead 770
The next cigar I will be trying as part of my cigar challenge is from the brand CAO. I will be smoking the Flathead 770 Big Block. I was inspired to pick this cigar after watching YouTuber Jed Hassell of Cigars of London try it out. The stats: Length: 7”Ring Gauge: 70Wrapper: ConneticutOrigin: NicaraguaStrength: Full…