I like that wrapper
Every cigar enthusiast has their own criteria for choosing new cigars. Wrapper choice is often a significant factor, with […]
The Cigar Sommelier
The world of cigars is evolving, and the title of “cigar sommelier” carries more weight than ever before. The […]
Tasting Fundamentals – part 1
We are excited to share with you the first lesson on tasting fundamentals that Franca recently delivered to the students […]
Cigar tasting [e-book]
Our new e-book, “Cigar tasting. Beyond the casual, social experience” is a 34 page collection of learnings and practical tips. […]
The salty taste in cigars
Have you ever had a cigar that tasted “salty”? It may not be the most commonly identified flavor, but […]
How “off” is my perception?
Asking ourselves how “off” is our perception when learning or refining our tasting skills is very common. Discerning consumers […]
Creaminess in cigars
Creaminess is a popular sensory feature, which many of us tend to seek in cigars. Differently from the “dry” […]
The sour taste in cigars
Talking about the sour taste in cigars might evoke some mixed reactions among cigar lovers. This is why we want […]
“Is it the cigar or am I off?”
We get questions from our members. Recently Albert, a long time member, asked us: “Sometimes while smoking a familiar […]
Of Cigar Tasting – The Tastes
Generally speaking, the “tastes” tend to be referred to as a term used instead of the word “flavor”, which […]
