In the world of Cuban robustos, there are plenty of names that stand out, but one that is often overlooked is the Juan Lopez Selección No. 2. The Juan Lopez brand as a whole is one that gets little attention in the cigar community, to the benefit of those who know what the brand is…
Read MoreJames and Tim return to Habano Cigar Lounge in Davenport, Iowa to drink coffee and smoke cigars. This time we discuss how expensive the hobby can be and how to get started without breaking the bank. Freddy, the owner of Habano gives his take while we drink some Caribou Coffee.
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The Vegas Robaina Famosos is a regular production cigar from Habanos S.A. The brand is one of the youngest brands in the Habanos portfolio with its introduction to the world of cigars in 1997. The Famosos is a Hermoso No. 4 vitola that offers a perfect balance between mild and full bodied cigars. With youthfulness,…
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The Partagas Serie E No.2 is part of the Partagas regular production line produced by Habanos S.A. It is the largest gauge cigar produced for the Partagas family. Though this is a younger cigar in the Partagas portfolio, it has become one of the most sought-after cigars in the lettered series. The boxes that were…
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‘Tis the season to start thinking about what to get your tobacco enthusiast friends and family for the holidays. Buying for that special cigar or pipe enthusiast is never easy. This year, Simply Stogies is here to help. Whether it’s a custom whiskey glass, a branded cigar cutter, or a brand new pipe, we’ve got…
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The Trinidad Vigia is a regular production cigar from Habanos S.A. The Vigia is one of the more recent editions to the Trinidad family (originally released in 2014) and arguably one of the most popular as well. Though the Trinidad Vigia is newer in the Trinidad portfolio, the brand has a long history, established post-revolution…
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The Romeo y Julieta Exhibiciòn No.4 is a regular production cigar by Habanos S.A. The Exhibiciòn No.4 is one of 27 regular production blends offered in the Romeo y Julieta portfolio, one of the largest Tripa Larga, Totalmante a Mano portfolios available from Habanos S.A. The Exhibiciòn No.4 is made from tobacco grown in the…
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The “hobby within the hobby,” as James puts it, is the collecting of all the essential gear one needs to properly smoke cigars. When we first began the hobby of cigar smoking, we knew we would need a lighter, a cutter, and an ashtray. Little did we know that finding the right type of gear,…
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James and Tim so some catching up after a derecho hit the state knocking out power and internet for thousands. James then explains that Simply Stogies Podcast is no longer affiliated with the club of the same name and wishes them all well, before giving a shoutout to the Keeper of the Flames Cigar Club….
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OVERVIEW VITOLA:Â Â CubaSIZE:Â Â 5.6″ x 46 ORIGIN:Â Â CubaFACTORY/BOX CODE:Â Â DEC 19 WRAPPER:Â Â Cuba (Vuelta AbajoBINDER:Â Â Cuba (Vuelta Abajo)FILLER:Â Â Cuba (Vuelta Abajo) STRENGTH:Â Â Medium SOURCE:Â Generous gift from a friend at simplystogies.club ENVIRONMENT WHERE:Â Â Open patio in my backyard WHEN:Â Â July 6, 2020 @ 8:30 AM DRINKS:Â Â Black coffee WEATHER:Â Â Beautiful summer morning;low-80s in the shade, light…
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