Tag: cigar
How to Make an Ashtray for $10
Several months ago, I had an experience smoking some Taboo cigars that we ashed into a rather ingenious tin can ashtray. Ok, it wasn't...
First Smoke of the Summer
Here in the Pacific Northwest, summer has been late in its arrival. A wet April transitioned into a worse May, and before I knew...
Smoking in Pairs
I would argue that smoking a cigar solo is the best way to unwind and spend time collecting one's thoughts, gaining an inner calm...
Scotch & Cigars in Vancouver
If you are traveling to the west coast and Vancouver, as we at The Aspiring Gentleman did over the last few weeks, you may...
The Gentleman’s Cellar: Sauternes
Dessert wines are not in style. With the exception of when I am looking to create a specific recipe pairing, or when I am...
Luis Martinez Silver Selection Robusto
The Luis Martinez factory in Esteli, Nicaragua holds its roots in Cuba. According to the manufacturer's website, Don Luis Martinez started making cigars in...