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The Ultimate Guide to Cigar Accessories
The Ultimate Guide to Cigar Accessories Introduction: With our Ultimate Guide to Cigar Accessories, we will breakdown everything you need to know to maximize your enjoyment and knowledge of premium cigars. With terminology definitions, answers to co...
Staff Review: Sobremesa Brulee Double Corona
Staff Review: Sobremesa Brulee Double Corona Introduction: Today, I’ll be reviewing the Sobremesa Brulee Double Corona from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. This is a size extension to the Brulee line, which was originally released in 2019. First time rea...
Staff Review: ADVentura Queen's Pearls Corona
Staff Review: ADVentura The Royal Return Queen’s Pearls Corona Introduction: Our staff review today takes a look at the ADVentura The Royal Return Queen’s Pearls Corona. This is a mellow to medium-bodied cigar from one of the hottest boutique cigar ...
Staff Review: Viaje Farmer Bill Hatchet LE 2021
Staff Review: Viaje Farmer Bill Hatchet LE 2021 Introduction: With today’s review, I will be taking a hard look at Viaje Farmer Bill Hatchet LE 2021. Viaje is undoubtedly the master of limited-edition, small batch releases, and with Farmer Bill Hatc...
Top 5 Up-And-Coming Brands
Top 5 Up-And-Coming Brands Getting Started: As most of you know, there is no shortage of innovation in the cigar industry, and for me, this is one of the main reasons why I become more invested in cigars with each passing day. Whether it’s the seemi...
Best Cigars Under $10
Best Cigars Under $10 Our Experts Provide Their Top Choices Getting Started There is nothing quite like a quality hand-rolled cigar. Everything from the from the intricate band designs to the first smoke-filled puff play a part in creating an experi...
Staff Review: Southern Draw La Manzanita Lancero
Staff Review: Southern Draw Manzanita Lancero Introduction: This week, I’ll be reviewing the new Southern Draw La Manzanita Lancero – a very exciting release for us here on the Cigora team. Southern Draw has long been a favorite brand of mine, and t...
Best Medium-Bodied Cigars
Best Medium-Bodied Cigars Getting Started: Let me start by saying I was really looking forward to putting this sampler together and writing this article. Even though I’m the kind of person who will smoke literally any cigar that is given to me (yes ...
Staff Introduction: Kevin
How long have you been smoking cigars? I started smoking cigars about 9 years ago. I had never smoked, or even been around cigars until, one day on a whim, my uncle invited me to go to a local cigar shop. I had no idea what was happening or what I w...
The Art of Limited Edition Cigars
The Art of Limited-Edition Cigars And Why They Should Matter to You, Or Not Overview: Today we are going to take a brief look at what it means for a cigar to be limited-edition, why it should matter to you, and most importantly, we will give you an ...
Staff Review: Plasencia Alma Del Fuego Flama
Staff Review: Plasencia Alma Del Fuego Flama Introduction: With today’s staff review, we will be taking a look at Plasencia Alma Del Fuego Flama. With blends like Alma Del Fuego, Plasencia has quickly solidified themselves as one of the most luxurio...
Aging Cigars In Practice
Aging Cigars In Practice: Featuring Tatuaje The Basics: If you have smoked cigars for any amount of time (which I assume anyone who is reading this has), then you’ve likely heard at least some amount of fuss about the glory of aging cigars. Coming f...
Top 5 Best Small Cigars
Top 5 Best Small Cigars The Perfect Companion in the Cold Winter Months Setting the Stage: A tale as old as time: you want to enjoy a premium, handmade cigar, but it’s so cold out that you can’t stand outside for more than 30 minutes without losing ...
Staff Review: Sin Compromiso Seleccion Intrepido
Staff Review: Sin Compromiso Seleccion Intrepido Introduction: Today we will be taking a look at Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust’s Sin Compromiso Seleccion Intrepido. Steve Saka and Dunbarton have released some of the best and most highly acclaimed Nicara...
How to Pair Cigars & Beer
How to Pair Cigars & Beer From A Self-Proclaimed Beer and Cigar Expert You might have learned a little bit about how to pair cigars & whiskey from one of our previous articles. Now we’re going to go over the next most important cigar pairing – cigar...
Staff Review: Ozgener Bosphorus B55
Staff Review: Ozgener Bosphorus B55 Introduction: With today’s review, we will be taking a look at Ozgener Bosphorus B55. The Ozgener family of cigars may be newcomers to the scene, but Tim Ozgener himself has deep roots in the industry that go back...
Staff Introduction: Matt
Want to know the folks behind Cigora? Today, I sat down with Matt to get the inside scoop on what cigars he knows and loves, how he got into the hobby, and more. If you have any additional questions, feel free to let us know! How long have you been ...
Staff Review: Cavalier Geneve Black Series II Robusto
Staff Review: Cavalier Geneve Black Series II Robusto Introduction: With today’s review, we will take a deep dive into Cavalier Geneve’s Black Series II Robusto. Cavalier Geneve is quickly becoming one of the most recognizable boutique brands with t...
Brand Spotlight: ADVentura
Brand Spotlight: ADVentura ADVentura’s Ascension to Prestige Introduction: One of my favorite things about working in this industry (aside from the cigars of course), is the opportunity to form relationships not only with consumers and other cigar e...
Staff Review: Dapper La Madrina Corona Gorda
Staff Review: Dapper La Madrina Corona Gorda Introduction: Today’s staff review will feature Dapper’s La Madrina Corona Gorda. Dapper is proving to be one of the hottest up and coming brands in cigars, and although they are relatively young, it hasn...
Aganorsa Leaf's Signature Tobacco
Aganorsa Leaf’s Signature Tobacco Introduction: Aganorsa Leaf is famous for the signature flavor and aroma of the Leaf we grow - the backbone of this unique taste can be traced to the Corojo 99 and Criollo 98 Cuban seed varietals from the Nicaraguan ...
Staff Review: Guardian of the Farm Cerberus Toro
Staff Review: Guardian of the Farm Cerberus Toro Introduction: Today’s staff review will feature Guardian of the Farm Cerberus Toro. Cerberus, as the newest member of the Guardian of the Farm family, had some big shoes to fill and was able to do so ...
Top 5 Cigars for New Year's
Top 5 Cigars for New Year’s Ring in the New Year in Style Setting the Stage: There are a lot of holidays that are the perfect occasion for an over-the-top party - Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, President’s Day, and my birthday are just a...
Staff Review: Latitude Zero Signature Doble Corona
Staff Review: Latitude Zero Signature Doble Corona Introduction: With today’s review, we will be taking a look at Latitude Zero Signature Doble Corona. Although a relatively small brand, Latitude Zero Signature is sure to be the next coming of brand...
Introduction to Humidors
Introduction To Humidors Selecting the Right Humidor, Setup, and Basic Maintenance Setting the Stage: The box of cigars you have been patiently waiting to arrive was just dropped on your doorstep by the local delivery man. You break the box seal and...
Staff Review: RoMa Craft CroMagnon Knuckle Dragger
Staff Review: RoMa Craft CroMagnon Knuckle Dragger Introduction: Today’s staff review will feature RoMa Craft’s CroMagnon Knuckle Dragger. Skip Martin has been able to build his brand into a heavy hitter, especially over the past decade, and with Ro...
Staff Introduction: Gabrielle
Want to know the folks behind Cigora? Today, I sat down with Gabrielle to get the inside scoop on what cigars she knows and loves, how she got into the hobby, and more. If you have any additional questions, feel free to let us know! How long have yo...
Staff Review: Emilio Grimalkin Toro
Staff Review: Emilio Grimalkin Toro Introduction: With today’s review, we will be taking a look at Emilio’s Grimalkin Toro. The Emilio brand has a relatively long history compared to some of the other well-known boutique brands on the market, and wi...
Cigora's Official Gift Guide
Cigora’s Official Gift Guide Gifts that are Sure to Wow the Enthusiast in Your Life Setting the Stage: For better or for worse, the Holiday season is finally upon us, and although this is supposed to be a time for celebration and giving thanks, it w...
Staff Review: Ashton VSG Sorcerer
Staff Review: Ashton VSG Sorcerer Introduction: Today we will be taking a look at the Ashton VSG Sorcerer – an offering from one of the industry’s most highly regarded brands. Ashton is well-known for their mellow, flagship line, but VSG brings a pa...