Take a look at this incredible set: a beautiful (contemporary) briar recreation of an ancient Judean lamp. Another great post from A Passion for Pipes.
Entries from February 2008
February 25, 2008
Cigar Tips: Fire.
Fire. Who doesn’t love fire? I could drone on for a while about how elemental it is, but I won’t because as cigar smokers, I’m sure you all know exactly what I mean. Aside from the ritual of cigar smoking, aside from the camaraderie we feel when relaxing with friends over a great stogie, aside [...]
February 22, 2008
Cigar Review: Three Cigarillos
It is impossible to deny the growing popularity of premium cigarillos in the United States. Long popular in Europe and well-established in Latin America, these small cigars have recently cropped up as the newest additions to many premium lines in North America. Often marketed as a quick smoke for the time-constrained cigar aficionado, cigarillos can [...]
February 19, 2008
Smoking Like a College Student: Ashton Señoritas
At $11.00 for a box of 10, these have to be one of the best bargains in small cigars today. Packaged in a neat white cardboard box emblazoned with the Ashton logo in black and gold, I was surprised to find these small cigars (3.5″ x 30 ring) to be unbanded, pre-cut and rather rough-looking. [...]
February 5, 2008
Cigar Review: Rocky Patel Vintage 1990 Juniors
I recently had another one of these guys, hoping for better than last time. Unfortunately, I ran into even worse burn problems than with the first one, obliterating any chance I had to enjoy the flavor in a few minutes flat. Again, I think the actual blend for this cigar is a good one. Maybe [...]
