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No matter the family, no matter the region, mob bosses are always depicted as puffing away on cigars. Some have suggested that this was a form of stress relief, as smoking forces you to control and regulate your breathing. However, the same effect could be achieved for a much lower cost by smoking cigarettes. So then why cigars? Why pay more money for the same effect? Simply put, the smoking of these cigars was to send a message. The cigar communicated the level of power the individual held. The finer the cigar, the higher the cost. The higher the cost,...

  The outermost tobacco leaf of the cigar is known as the wrapper. As there are many different types, the wrapper can have an impact on the overall flavor of the cigar and the aesthetics of the cigar. The capa or wrapper is used in Cuban cigar making for mainly aesthetic purposes, giving it a beautiful finish. In cigar making tradition from places like the Dominican Republic, the wrapper tends to provide an added layer of flavor and complexity. There are many different wrappers, each with a different set of qualities and characteristics. Two of the most common natural wrappers...

Nothing beats the relaxing feel of sitting back and smoking your favorite cigar. Whether you’re a new or a long term smoker, you’ll likely find that you’ve favorites when it comes to size, wrapper type and even shape. Now, speaking of the shape, you may not realize that the shape of that cigar affects the overall experience you have. Different shapes can lead to different mouth feels and even different tastes. The most common cigar shape is something called Parejos, which is a type of cylindrical shape. It usually features some type of wrapper that contains the head or the...

Many people have heard that the flame from a lighter can effect the taste of a cigar, but is this really true or just, as they say, “An Old Wives Tale?” The short answer is yes, it is absolutely true and we’ll be exploring the reasons why; giving you some useful tips on lighter selection and maintenance for producing and maintaining the best possible flavor. First off, most lighters will impart at least somewhat of a flavor to your cigar. The reason for this is to be found in the most common types of fuel used for most lighters, that...

  Every year when autumn comes around the corner, hundreds of tobacco smokers purchase premium cigars for their pleasure. The leaves are fresh during the Fall and this season offers some of the best tasting cigars. Here at BnB Tobacco, we carry a broad selection of cigars and a wide variety of flavors to choose from. What we’re going to focus on are on 3 special cigars that’re perfect for the Fall season. Rocky Patel cigars are one of the top reviewed brands on our website; rating 5 stars. These cigars have a bold and full-bodied flavor. The smoke is smooth yet strong,...