Wednesday, July 16th starting at 7 PM The Last Waltz was a concert by the Canadian-American rock group the Band, held on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1976, at Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco, and was advertised as the Band’s “farewell concert appearance.” The concert had The Band joined by more than a dozen special guests, including their previous employers Ronnie…
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NEW! — Las Canas By Esteban Carreras
I had the opportunity to sample a new cigar from Esteban Carreras a few months ago — Las Canas, whose name translates literally from spanish to “the gray hairs,” but is used more figuratively as a name for a mature and wise person. And, according to a source inside Esteban Carreras, the term is also used as slang for “sugarcane”,…
Peterson 2025 Carroll Of Carrollton Pipes
The fifth installment of the limited edition line, Peterson’s Carroll of Carrollton 2025 pipes will be available starting June 24th at 6 PM, continuing the celebration of 160 years of the Irish marque. Peterson’s Carroll of Carrollton series pays homage to Charles Carroll — the only Irish-American to sign the Declaration of Independence — with pipes that echo tavern pipes…
Kopp Year Of The Dragon
A generous portion of this premium blend is made up of sweet, aromatic Broken Virginia—one of Kopp Tobaccos’ finest. It’s artfully complemented by Cube Cut and Loose Cut Virginias, adding depth and nuance to the mixture. The standout feature, however, is its unique flavor: fully ripe, fruity-sweet star fruit topping that delivers a mouthwatering taste and an exotic, subtly tropical…
Pesse Canoe By Gladora Tobacco
Gladora Enters the U.S. Market This esteemed Turkish brand has just made its debut in the U.S. market. According to the company, every component in its blends is cultivated in Turkey—including the Virginia and Latakia. While Cyprian Latakia is traditionally made from the Izmir leaf, Gladora’s Latakia is processed entirely within Turkey, making it a rare, fully domestically produced version.…
Cigars & Steam
Climb aboard a steam-powered journey through the mountains of Western Maryland—complete with Cigars, Scotch, and Unforgettable Views. Join us for Maryland Senator Mike McKay’s Cigars & Steam Fundraiser — a one-of-a-kind evening of vintage luxury and smoky indulgence as we ride the rails in style on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 10th🕖 Time: 7:00 PM Departure (Arrive…
Your Go-To Cigar Pack for Summer 2025: Fratello Oro Toro Fresh Pack
Each summer, we handpick a special multi-cigar pack to crown as our go-to selection for the season. For the Summer of ’25, we’re proud to feature the NEW Fratello Oro Toro Fresh Pack. Originally launched in 2016, Fratello’s Oro blend—Spanish for “Gold”—takes its name from the cigar’s golden Connecticut Shade wrapper and the elegant gold-accented packaging. This 92-rated gem marked…
Smokehouse By BriarWorks
Briarworks’ Smokehouse is the latest in their robust portfolio of Southern-inspired comfort blends. Smokehouse boasts Dark-Fired Kentucky and Red Virginia with accents of Latakia and Izmir pressed into a hearty flake. It affords sweet mesquite notes with elements of peppery spice and umami. Components: Virginia, Latakia, Dark Fired Kentucky, OrientalsFamily: VirginiaCut: FlakeStrength: ⏺ ⏺ ⏺ ⏺Room Note: ⏺ ⏺ ⏺…
Limited Edition FUEGO Premium Cigars By Privada Cigar Club
Ignited by the rich volcanic soils of Nicaragua and sparked by the wild imagination of Australian pop mash artist Aaron Craig, Fuego is more than a cigar—it’s a fiery collision of craft, culture, and creativity. Expertly blended and rolled at AJ Fernandez’s Tabacalera Annex using 100% Nicaraguan-grown tobaccos cultivated by the master himself, Fuego is a testament to precision and…
Filtered vs. Unfiltered Pipes: A Look at Market Preferences
Pipe smokers use filters primarily to reduce the amount of tar and nicotine from the tobacco smoke, creating a cooler, milder smoke by absorbing excess moisture and potentially mitigating “tongue bite” while also allowing for a more controlled smoking pace, preserving the tobacco’s flavor by slowing down the smoke draw; however, some pipe smokers prefer to smoke without a filter…