Valentine’s Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, is a day dedicated to love and affection. The origins of Valentine’s Day are somewhat unclear, as there are multiple legends and historical events associated with its celebration. One popular belief is that it commemorates the martyrdom of Saint Valentine, a Roman priest who lived during the third […]
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Cigar blending requires the same level of dedication and expertise as producing fine spirits, brewing beer, or growing coffee and tea. It involves a delicate blend of science and art, with flavors influenced by the soil where tobaccos are grown and the variety of leaves used. From hundreds of types of leaves grown from only
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“If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying, or he is a Gurkha” Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Former Chief of Staff of the Indian Army Hailing from South Asia, the Gurkha soldiers have been recognized throughout history for their loyalty and bravery. They are notoriously feared, among some of
Rocky Patel jokes that, for the first few years, he had no clue what he was doing, but he had a few years to figure it out. In 1996, the Indian-born, Hollywood lawyer bought into a compatriot’s tobacco factory, before founding his own company, the Rocky Patel Premium Cigar Company, in 2003. More than 30
Cigars are a commodity that come in countless different varieties to smokers of all backgrounds. Many folks who aren’t even habitual cigarette smokers often appreciate the full-bodied flavor of the fermented tobacco that makes a cigar. There are three types of leaves that go into making these delicious smokables: ligero, seco, and velado. Stronger, thicker
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