The Lounge

My Father Blue — Forgive Me, Father, As I Have Sinned

It’s hard to admit fault. Luckily, I rarely have to do it since I’m as close to perfect as one…

You’re Wasting Money On Cigars

Yeah, you read that right. The cigar blog is telling you that you’re wasting money on cigars. No, I haven’t…

Bentley White — The Unsung Hero of Cigars

Well, they still aren't, and that's especially true for the Bentley White that I've fallen in love with. With no relation to the Continental GT that (doesn't) sit in...

My Father Le Bijou 1922 — Strength With Purpose

Full-bodied without being obnoxious. Pepper, leather, a little sweetness hiding underneath. This is what I reach for when I want…

Montecristo White Series — Easy, Clean, Forgettable (in a Good Way)

This is a “don’t think about it” cigar. Creamy, mild, zero rough edges. You’re not going to have a spiritual…

Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story — Small Stick, Big Reputation

Short smoke, zero filler. Cedar, mild spice, and that classic Fuente smoothness from start to finish. Is it overpriced for…

Padron 1964 Anniversary Maduro — Still the Benchmark

I don’t reach for this one often, and that’s intentional. Rich cocoa, espresso, and that unmistakable Padron “everything is dialed…

Quit with the Pretentious Reviews

Regardless of what it appears like, I’m actually a nice guy. Are cigar tasting notes real? Sometimes. Most other times,…