Burning history at The Laundry mat...
Strolling down a small walk way covered with ivy and greenery I am sweating and excited. Rounding the corner of an old mostly brick building built over 100 years ago that was once used in to wash laundry by hand. It was hot, nearly 95 degrees with a touch of humidity in the air. Perfect weather for growing lush wine grapes, a bit of a challenge for teaching a class.
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“For any cigar connoisseur, the Fuente Fuente Opus X is an absolute reference, as much in terms of its remarkable flavour as in the quality of its execution. A quest for the finest products and for manufacturing excellence with which we at Hublot totally identify. We are very happy to be able to join in the celebrations of the two decades of this exceptional puro through our third collaboration with the Arturo Fuente house. A partnership that is rolling along nicely!”
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO Hublot
Women and cigars...
After much feedback and requests I decide to write a little guide for women to help them pick out a cigar a bit easier...
Manchester is a sleepy industrial town in southern New Hampshire. Once a thriving textiles city some 100 years ago the town has struggled a bit to keep its footing. Manchester actual had quite a cigar history with RJ Sullivan Cigar factory rolling the 7-20-4 brand of cigars in a large brick building in the center of the town.
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Daniel Marshall, a 35-year veteran of the cigar industry, is one of the world’s leading names in No. 1 rated top quality humidors and finest cigars, including the coveted 24kt Red Label Golden Cigar. DM Humidors are enjoyed in the homes and offices of countless Hollywood celebrities, US presidents, dignitaries, titans of industry, and fashion designers among others. Marshall is also a cigar and humidor supplier of England’s Royal Family. Since 1982, Daniel Marshall has created and designed for the prestigious luxury gift houses Dunhill, Tiffany & Co., S.T. Dupont, Cartier, Hermes, Fred Joaillier, Harrod’s, Bally of Switzerland and Garrard’s of London. Daniel Marshall’s humidors are historic, with a collection on display at the Smithsonian Museum.
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Want to buy some amazing cigars? Want to make some extra cash by selling some of those smokes you've been holding onto in your humidor? Want to get connected with other cigar enthusiasts? PuroTrader has it all! We'll give you a quick intro to the site inside.
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VSB London - A family run company specialising in designer luxury cigar cases and modern gentleman accessories. VSB London uses years of honourable design knowledge, premium quality materials and experienced hands to make only the best quality products for the righteous gentlemen around the world. Each product is hand checked, tested and personally packaged with only those which are flawless passed on to our customers.
VSB London are dedicated to:
- Habanos, S.A. introduces this new release together with The Pacific Cigar Co. LTD., its exclusive distributor in Asia Pacific
- This product, exclusively designed for “La Casa del Habano” stores, is showcased simultaneously in 8 retail establishments in several cities of the Asia Pacific region.
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HABANOS, S.A INTRODUCES THE COHIBA TALISMÁN
2017 LIMITED EDITION IN LONDON
This new Limited Edition will be available in the United Kingdom right after launch and on the following days across Habanos’ major markets around the world.
The Cohiba Talismán 2017 Limited Edition’s meticulous creation and development processes are carried out at the legendary El Laguito factory, in Havana.
PUROTRADER PARTNERS WITH WORLD RENOWN HUMIDITY EXPERT BOVEDA INC.
August 31, 2017, Boston, MA - Purotrader is excited to announce their partnership with Boveda Inc., the largest and best producer of 2-way humidity control.
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One user who takes our survey will be the lucky winner of a rare box of Opus 6! Will it be you?!
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The Fuente Fuente OpusX for the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation, aka Opus 22, was dedicated to the thoughtful cause of providing substantial humanitarian impact to communities in the Dominican Republic. It includes some of the finest cigars from the Fuente line. Do you want to be the lucky winner who gets their hands on a box from 2014?
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Wonder how PuroTrader got started? Our friends at PYMNTS.com interviewed our very own Co-Founder for this article on PuroTrader's mission, struggles, and backstory. Full article available here!
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PuroTrader is thrilled to announce the addition of major cigar and accessories retailer, Cigar Manor, to the platform!
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Feeling confused by all of the legal changes surrounding Cuban cigars and the Embargo? We'll break it down for you.
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Love that cigar smell until you notice it lingering inside days later? We have just what you need!
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If you’re a cigar enthusiast, you’re probably either a smoker, collector, or both. Ever wondered how you can turn your passion for cigars into a money maker? We're sharing some helpful info to get you started when you want to invest.
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It’s cool and crisp. The streets are paved with elegant cobblestone dusted with snow. The backdrop is a range of snow-covered mountains, with the mighty Matterhorn towering over the landscape. The scenery is a thing of beauty, and the cigar lounges around every corner were no exception. Despite the numerous places to enjoy a cigar, this musing zeros in on one in particular. After all, if you haven’t already gathered, this is Switzerland…and it’s the home of an icon.
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The most prestigious international event dedicated to Premium Cigars is back! The 19th Habanos Festival edition will be held in La Habana from February 27th to March 3rd, 2017.
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We'll likely see the U.S.-Cuban Trade Embargo lifted in the near future, and as tensions ease and tourism increases, we can expect some big changes for Cuba's largest export: their beloved cigars. Sounds great, right? WRONG! Check out why making Cuban cigars fair game internationally could be Cuba's downfall.
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Celia Sandys joins Daniel Marshall, Davidoff, and Glenfiddich in London to celebrate Sir Winston Churchill!
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In the PuroTrader office, we're constantly looking for ways to enhance our (and your) smoking experience. We believe that fine cigars can be a culinary experience on par with wines, scotch, and prestigious dining, but when it comes to food, we struggle to find the perfect go-to cigar pairing. The Fuente family has the answer!
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Counterfeting is a problem in nearly every industry these days, and the Cuban cigar market is no exception. Here we'll examine some tips to spot a fake of one of our favorite Cubans, the Cohiba BHK 52. Can you tell the difference?
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I recently had an AMAZING experience at a members only, exclusive cigar lounge located in the heart of downtown Napa, California.
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We've reached our final week for Cigar of the Year Awards of 2016! Here are the top three cigars in the Torpedo format!
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