Pipe smoking is the oldest known form of smoking in the world, and with millennia of history and centuries of heritage, it is perhaps not shocking that it is not always easy to find the perfect pipe for you. As expert connoisseurs and guides to the refined world of pipes and cigars, we are often asked which pipe is the best in the world, or whether a certain manufacturer makes
Zippo lighters are iconic and a staple for many cigar aficionados, but how much do you really know about Zippo lighters and where they came from? We’re going to take you on a journey through almost one hundred years of history and while we all love a trusty Zippo lighter, we will also introduce you to some alternatives that are designed with cigar smokers in mind. Zippo lighters were invented
Brick House cigars are a well-known and well-loved cigar brand around the world. Before we get into the various Brick House cigars for sale, let’s look at the history of the brand and where its somewhat unusual name comes from. Brick House cigars are manufactured by the J.C. Newman Cigar Company, which was founded by its namesake Julius Caeser Newman in 1895. He became a cigar apprentice at the age
We know pipe smoking is more than a hobby or a pastime, it is a way to unwind, a comforting ritual and an aromatic experience. Choosing what tobacco to pack in your pipe can be an overwhelming decision. Choosing the best loose-leaf tobacco is more of a job for a connoisseur than an amateur. The decision is vital for the experience. Thankfully, we’re here to give you some pointers on
Unlike any other way to smoke, a cigar cannot be rushed; you carve time out of your day to embrace its unique and subtle flavours and slow the hectic pace of life down to a more manageable tempo. This is why there is a certain romantic allure to a morning cigar; you get up in time to see the sun rise languidly over a beautiful sky, you have a pastry
When you spark up that rollie or hold that weighty cigar in your hand, ready to indulge and luxuriate in some premium tobacco leaf, do you ever have a little ponder and ask yourself: “What is the history of tobacco in the UK and how did it become so popular?” Just what exactly is the tale that lies behind one of the most heavily marketed and successful consumer products in
While we’re very spoiled in the 21st century to have such a dazzling array of different tobacco products and smoking paraphernalia at our veritable fingertips, it hasn’t always been this way… and, in fact, there was once a time when tobacco wasn’t even known about on British soil. It’s thought that tobacco first arrived in England in the balmy month of July 1586 on the arm of Sir Walter Raleigh,
Cigar aficionados go to lengths to find the best tobacco, the right blend, and the purest smoke. Whether they are enjoying a drag in an exotic destination, a luxury setting or in the comforts of their home, they want it to be of the best quality to really get the most out of their experience. One place that is world renowned for its cigars has to be the Dominican Republic,