Explore a world apart from the bustling beach resorts in the province of Pinar del Rio, located west of Havana. Here, amidst the lush landscapes, Cuba’s tobacco and coffee plantations thrive in the rich, fertile soil. This picturesque region, adorned with serene rivers and natural springs, is designated as an ecological biosphere, carefully conserved for…
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Buy the Best Cuban Cigars for Under £20 in 2023
Cuban cigars are renowned for their quality and flavour but can also be expensive. Finding a Cuban cigar under £20 in 2023 may be challenging due to rising prices, but some options are still available. Remember that prices vary based on location, taxes, and other factors. Here are five Cuban cigars that are relatively affordable,…
The Art of Pairing Cigars and Spirits
The timeless ritual of enjoying spirits and cigars in tandem has witnessed a resurgence in popularity in the UK over the past few years. An array of events now grace the British social calendar, focusing on harmonising specific whiskies with particular cigars, all while delving into the delightful world of flavour combinations. If you’ve ever…
Can you Pair Cigars with Champagne?
This largely depends on personal preference. For some, cigars and champagne can be a luxurious and indulgent treat, while for others, it may not be the best combination. However, the notes of the cigar will affect the taste of the champagne, so it is important to consider the flavours of both items before making a…
Cigars: New Global Pricing
Many of you may wonder why all the retailers stocking Havana cigars have increased their prices so significantly in recent days, so here is an explanation. Last week Habanos S.A. announced a new global pricing strategy for their portfolio of handmade cigars. These new prices have been implemented upon global markets with immediate effect. There are…
Cohiba—15 Fascinating Facts About Cuba’s Most Famous Cigar Brand
In a few decades Cohiba went from a private-label brand for Fidel Castro to becoming the most recognizable, sought-after cigar in the world. Up there with Dom Pérignon vintage Champagne, Rolls Royces and Patek Philippe watches, the Cohiba name is now synonymous with luxury goods, and for the most part, they live up to the…
Principal Cigar Shapes and Sizes
One of the glories of Habanos is the sheer choice – 27 brands with more than 250 different cigars between them. Here are the main cigar sizes and shapes that it is useful to know about. Habanos come in lengths from under 4 inches (100mm) to over 9 inches (230mm). The industry standard measure for…
The most common questions we get asked about Cuban cigars
Here are a list of some of the most common questions we get asked by people about Cuban cigars, we hope you find them useful. If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly. What is a Habano? The official Denominacion de Origen Protegida (D.O.P) or Protected Denomination…
Cigars and Cigar Accessories for the Christmas Party Season
Here is your guide to cigars and cigar accessories for a simply successful Christmas party season. Whether you are hosting a lavish ball, a guest at a prestigious party at a London hotel, or mingling with your colleagues at your office Christmas party, you will want to be properly prepared – from your choice of cuff links…
Common Cigar Smoking Faux Pas
Whether you don’t want to look like a novice or just want to lay down the law on your fellow cigar smokers, here are some common bad practices that go by unnoticed too often. Removing the Band Prematurely This seems like a natural thing to do for most novice smokers. You might get lucky and…
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