Cigar beginner forever
Is it good to remain a cigar beginner forever? In the cigar industry, knowledge is almost entirely transferred verbally […]
Blind tests, are they worth the effort?
Blind tests or open tests? Are blind tests worth the effort? People have all sorts of opinions about this […]
A must-have status symbol?
We recently spoke about how unique is our taste with Aniello Buonincontro, who wrote the book, “Degustazione Razionale”, which means […]
Cigar resources : are you the product?
The many cigar resources available to you mostly follow mainstream business models, a handful of popular possibilities. We found it […]
Doubts and reactions to sensory analysis
Many doubts, reactions, engagements and questions indicate the interest that the cigar industry is showing in sensory analysis. We […]
A new profession in the cigar industry
This episode is based on our article Sensory analysis, a misunderstood discipline. Franca explains some key factors that drive misconceptions […]
Sensory analysis, questions and reactions
Since the publication of our article Sensory analysis, a misunderstood discipline, a number of questions and reactions followed. They have […]
On cigar reviews – usefulness and standards
In this episode, Randy Griggs and Franca discuss about cigar reviews, their usefulness for consumers and whether some standards […]
Sensory analysis or tastings?
Episode “Sensory analysis or tastings?” is recorded in Italian, but here follows an interview summary in English. What is […]
What can we learn from cigar ratings?
We have been asked this question several times, the last time at an interview by Cigar Journal. Who benefits […]
