Rose Kiser

If you recently picked up and fell in love with Eight State Burley, then you might be itching to expand your horizons in the world of Burley blends beyond your everyday Codger mixture. While there is nothing quite like Eight State, many Burley blends in regular production offer complex flavor profiles and reliable smoking ... Read More

For many pipe smokers around the world, the morning begins with a cup of coffee and a bowl of their favorite tobacco. While some are content with their Maxwell House and Folgers, others pursue the greatest cup of coffee possible to accompany their morning pipe. I'm partial to the plight of those seeking the perfect ... Read More

Summer is in full swing and between the busy schedule of friendly BBQs, hitting the pool, and lounging in the sun, it's important to cool off in the evening with a quality cigar and an ice-cold drink. Every week on our Instagram (Cigarsatsmokingpipes), we choose a cigar of the week to make picking your summer smoke a little easier. Here's our recommendations for June. ... Read More

In a world with an abundance of cigars, it can be difficult to choose your next smoke. But much like homework in high school, there is an easy solution to this problem: Copy someone else's work. Welcome to What's in your Humidor?, the series where I ask interesting people in the tobacco world what they ... Read More

Summer is here and that means sizzling sun, cool water, and tropical smokes. Get ready for the summer with these hot smokes picked by our cigar experts. Every week on our Instagram (Cigarsatsmokingpipes), we choose a cigar of the week to make your smoking journey a little easier. Here are our recommendations for May. ... Read More

Luxury is one of life's greatest pleasures, transforming pure indulgence into something incidental that we love. For cigar and pipe smokers, it can be as simple as a new smoke or a fashionable new accessory. Some brands strive to encapsulate luxury at its finest and one example of this is Fuente's ... Read More

If you've ever watched "Tasting Notes" and wondered how Shane Ireland identifies those complex flavors during a smoke, when all you can taste is "tobacco," then this is the guide for you. There is nothing more intimidating than refining your palate except possibly drunkenly signing up for a Russian bear wrestling competition. ... Read More

Nicaraguan cigars are beloved by seasoned smokers and newcomers alike as they closely resemble the quality and characteristics of Cuban tobacco due to the country's nutrient-rich volcanic soil. With four distinct growing regions, you can get lost exploring the nuances of Nicaraguan tobacco for a lifetime. Today ... Read More

There are hundreds of cigars in this world and only so much time to smoke. It can be overwhelming to decide where to start in your smoking journey, and even if you're an experienced smoker, the options can leave you indecisive. Thankfully, industry experts are here to offer guidance. Every week on our Instagram ... Read More

We often take things for granted when it comes to enjoying a quality smoke, especially our lighters. From Bics to Zippos and IM Corona Old Boys, you're bound to underestimate their importance till it's not working. However, beyond their innate usefulness, there's a lot to appreciate in a well-constructed and attractive ... Read More