cigars, Reviews

A Girl with No Name Cigar Review: Perfect After Dinner Smoke

Photograph used with the kind permission of Ali at Diebel's. Brand: Drew EstateCountry Origin: NicaraguaStrength: MediumShape: LonsdaleSize: 7x44Burn time: ~30mWrapper: MaduroFiller: N/ABinder: N/ATaste Rating: 10/10Smell Rating: 9/10Burn rating: 10/10P Nub Club: yesOverall Score: 9.5/10 In talking with one of my mentors about cigars, We were standing in the humidor at my preferred local B&M. A… Continue reading A Girl with No Name Cigar Review: Perfect After Dinner Smoke

Reviews, snuff

Exploring Madras Ghee: A Unique Indian Toast Snuff

Maker: T.S.M. Brand: Temple Car Country of Origin: India Aroma Length: 5–10 minutes Grind: Fine Nose Comfort: 6/10 Strength: 4/10 Aroma Rating: 7/10 Moisture: 6/10 (Slightly moist) Color: Dark Brown Notes: Toasty, buttered biscuit, nutty Drip Levels: 5/10 My Rating: 6/10 The Madras Ghee by Temple Car is a fine example of an Indian “toast”… Continue reading Exploring Madras Ghee: A Unique Indian Toast Snuff

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Why Toque’s Smoky Cheese & Bacon Snuff is Worth a Try

Maker: Toque Country of origin: Isle Of Man Aroma Length: 20 minutes Grind: fine Nose Comfort: 8/10 Strength: 4/10  Aroma rating: 8/10 Moisture: 7/10 Color: Light Brown Notes: Cheddar, Bacon, Smoky Drip Levels: 6/10 My Rating: 8.5/10 Okay. I admit, I went into this wary. Cheese and Bacon? In a snuff? Are you Mad?! Well… Continue reading Why Toque’s Smoky Cheese & Bacon Snuff is Worth a Try

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East Coast Rollers Churchill: A Detailed Tasting Experience

Manufacturer: East Coast Rollers (Exclusive to Famous Smoke Shop) Country of Origin: Honduras Format: Churchill (7 x 50) Wrapper: Habano Binder: Unknown Filler: Unknown Strength: Medium Burn Time: 45 minutes – 1 hour Rating: 7/10 First Impressions: This one’s part of a budget-friendly line from East Coast Rollers. It’s easy on the wallet. It definitely… Continue reading East Coast Rollers Churchill: A Detailed Tasting Experience