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Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Cuban Tobacco Industry and Forced Labor

Before proceeding, please note this article includes content some readers may find upsetting. Reader discretion is advised. Every luxury item has its hidden costs. These are sweatshops for handbags or blood diamonds from illegal mines. Now, as recent reports reveal, there are hidden costs for cigars as well. The tobacco industry has long carried an… Continue reading Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Cuban Tobacco Industry and Forced Labor

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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

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Casa Bella Maduro Cigar Review: A Casual Choice

Cigar Review: Casa Bella Maduro (Robusto) Manufacturer: Sindicato Cigars Format: Robusto Rating: 4.5/10 First Impressions: The Casa Bella Maduro is an affordable stick, and honestly, not a bad-looking one either. The cigar has a nice amount of give when squeezed, and the band presents well, classy without being flashy. That said, if I had to… Continue reading Casa Bella Maduro Cigar Review: A Casual Choice