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Dominican Delight or Dismay? Victor Sinclair Primeros Evaluation

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Photograph by Madison Hahn Brand: Victor SinclairCountry Origin: Dominican RepublicStrength: MildShape: ChurchillSize: 7x50Burn time: ~40mWrapper: Connecticut Filler: Dominican Binder: DominicanTaste Rating: 4/10Smell Rating: 5/10Burn rating: 8/10Overall rating: 4.5/10 If “you had me at the first half” was a cigar, it would be this one. This was part of the selections included from Cigars International’s Po’ Boy Sampler.… Continue reading Dominican Delight or Dismay? Victor Sinclair Primeros Evaluation

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Discover Evening Flake: Perfect Tobacco for Nighttime

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Maker: Mac BarenLine: 4th generationName: Evening FlakeTobaccos: Golden Virginians, with some Perique.Cut: flakeTaste: 6/10Strength: 4/10Room note: 6/10 (Pleasant for those who like smokiness.) Now this is a relaxing smoke. Evening Flake is a blend By Erik Stokkebye. This tobacco beautifully illustrates that he knows his stuff! Fine tobaccos are used. They are heat-pressed for a… Continue reading Discover Evening Flake: Perfect Tobacco for Nighttime

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Exploring Madras Ghee: A Unique Indian Toast Snuff

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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

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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