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Copenhagen Tobacco: Long Cut or Fine Cut

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:56:22 +0000

Which type of cut do you prefer on your chew? I have been chewing for about 5 years and when I first started I was using the Long Cut tobacco. My favorite brand of chew is the Copenhagen Tobacco for many reasons, quality and freshness being the main factors. For years I thought that the long cut was the best, the fine cut seemed to be to much like coffee grinds and I was worried if I tried it, I would get a bunch of chew stuck in my teeth. One of my friends, also an avid chewer, always chewed the fine cuts, and convinced me one day to try it. I was suprized by the difference, and it was good. Even though I still feel as though after I am done, I have a bunch stuck in my teeth, I just brush them immediately afterwards and that works. To me, and it is just a personal oppinion, I feel like I get the nicotine fix quicker than with the long cut. That could all be in my head, but ever since my friend had me try it, I have not went back to the long cut. I also think that the flavor is a bit stronger which I really like. Not that the LC was weak, but I tend to get more tobacco flavor when I chew the FC. Recently, more and more chew companies have been offering the pouches. I haven’t tried them yet, but it is definitely something that I am going to look into. My friend has already made the switch and he swears by it. He says that the tobacco is the same as the fine cut, but is put into a small coffee filter like material which makes a little pouch. The pouch can be used either at the front top or bottom as well as between your cheeks an molars. He says it is very conveniant with less mess. Once I am out of the other can that I have of the fine cut, I am going to try my Copenhagen Tobacco in the pouch for the first time. I can only imagine that it is going to be much better than what I am used to right now.

Let the Barbeque Season Open

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:43:58 +0000

It’s time to clean off your griddles, put on your cut-off’s and sandels and enjoy the day out bbqing and toking terrific Cigars. Along with my favourite stogies, I like to sip on a glass of scotch and just relax. After such a long winter, which appeared to be longer than years past, last weekend was perfect BBQ weather. I was able to ultimately open all of my windows and air out the house. I don’t smoke inside, but it needed airing out anyhow. I tuned up my grass mower because yes, unfortunately it is that time of the year also. The snow is gone and the grass is growing. I don’t mind cutting my grass and keeping the lawn up. There’s basically a great satisfaction to a nice looking grass and worth all the effort. This past weekend, I smoked my favourite cigar and BBQ’d up some ribs and pork steaks. I love to think of myself as the master chef, king of the griddle. There isn’t anything like lighting those coals and going to the town on abundant meats and vegetables. Naturally I think of myself as a charcoal man, I love the flavour of the grill. If you use gas, it does not get the smokey flavour that I adore and is way overrated. I invited all of my pals and of course the wife and youngsters were there. It’s a bit to cold to swim yet, but once memorial day comes around, I’m going to open the pool for the season. My youngsters love swimming and splashing around, I am also known to take a dip with cigar and scotch in hand. Summer is just such a great time to meet up with family and friends and enjoying life they way you need to.

Wanting The Most From Your Stogies

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:05:01 +0000

To really think highly of a fine cigar, you should view it as more than a plant in a wrapper. It is much more than that. Great premium cigars are rare. One of my staples is CAO Cigars, a premium cigar that never deceives. There has been great persistence, diligence, and care in producing it, from the rolling process all the way to the local tobacco shop. Keep in mind the wine/cigar situation. You would never enjoy a glass of 200-year-old wine while munching on candy and watching the football game with your pals? Of course you wouldn’t. That would be against the law! The scenario is the very same with smokes. A high end cigar deserves the perfect environment. Atmosphere: Start by finding the perfect Atmosphere. Choose a location that’s stunning, where you won’t be distracted. A spot with some stunning country views are fully perfect, particularly during the fall and spring when it is not too chilly and not so humid. The correct beverage to have with you: If you’re a new smoker, it is critical to grasp that particular wines will go with stogies. There’s no definer, as everyone has a different oppinion. Most high-profile cigar smokers will usually prefer a pleasant robust tea, coffee, or potentially a cognac. Some wines are also awfully good colleagues for a pleasant cigar. Never puff on an empty stomach Have a little break before you puff, nothing that may overpower your palate. Pick something that isn’t terribly robust. Just a tiny snack to wake your taste receptors up and prepare them for the escapade to come. Light your cigar and enjoy it for all its’ worth. Take your time and get most out of your stogie experience.

Producing Cigars

admin — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:20:50 +0000

Just as the european wine industry experienced strain and growing pains as united states wine producers gained international accolades, the Cuban cigar industry must face market realities that they are not the world figure in cigar production and cigar quality. In fact, the lifting of the Embargo ( whatever that means ) will not, can not return Cuba to its glory days. The cigar industry has taken root and gained force in many of the states discussed above, and there isn’t any indication that they may go into bankruptcy if the embargo is lifted. They’re gaining notoriety and accolades for making quality products that the U. S. cigar aficionado has grown to accept and love.

Only a Couple Days until the Cigarette Restriction

admin — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:02:42 +0000

Well, my town has passed a smoking ban for all public building, with only a small number allowances. I’m so tired of my constitutional rights being eliminated, I’m distraught. I cannot apprehend why non-smokers have such a assertive conviction on what we smokers are doing. I understand that smoking is harmful, but I made a conscience selection when I began smoking, observant of the fact it was bad. Just because non-smokers want me to stop, does not mean that it’s going to happen. Smoking in restaurants has been a favor, but most restaurants include a accepted smoking area. If non-smokers do not want to be in the smoke, don’t sit down in the smoking area, you are not coerced to sit in smoking. And as far as the jobholers of these restaurants that comment they are distressed by second hand smoke, I don’t believe it. I was employeed in the service industry for more than 10 years, and I know that most of thepeople I worked with were smokers. Interacting with people, tends to, initiates you to inhale. Also, I have never overheard one non-smoking co-worker ever protest about cigarette smoke while at work in the smoking area. Putting a smoking prohibition in restaurants and bars, can only save me money, considering I refuse to go out after the the new year.

What I have to have for Christmas: Stogies!

admin — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:30:35 +0000

I have choose this year to plead for basic presents that my wife can pick up competently for me. My number one gift, as always, is my favored smoke from cohiba-cigars.org. My wife won’t even have to take leave of the condo, she can go on the web (I have all my favorites sites saved) and place the order there. As far as anything else, she can take a trip to the local retailer and choose a gift. She argues every Christmas that I am utterly complicated husband to purchase for. But we have been inseperable for about 15 years! And if she doesn’t understand the things I want by now, I just don’t know. I always say every year, “I want stogies”, I smoke 1 or 2 per day, and that adds up. I bought a humidor for storing my stogies, “what’s that for?” my love askes. Well my beloved, it’s to keep my cigars green as grass. So, if you get me stogies for the holiday I can keep them in there for a few months and pull one when I am wanting to fancy one. Although I have to say, I got blessed last year, my love gave me a lighter that was ingraved with my initials. The year before, she gave me a fishing pole, because I said I wanted to go fishing again someday. Well, I went fishing one time in two years, but guess what, I still smoke 1-2 stogies every day. Well what do I want for my present this year? I want Stogies, and all else would just be an added delight.

Cigar: Facts for the novice stogie smoker

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:02:46 +0000

The simplest method of categorizing cigars is by the method in which they are made. Cigars are either rolled by hand, or manufactured by machines. The novice smoker may be tempted to start by trying those machine made brands sold in Drug Stores, such as Parodi. However, the aspiring connoisseur should consider spending a few more pennies and moving up to hand rolled cigars, which are sold online or at a local tobacconist.

Daily Smokers Vs Connoisseurs
TypicalIndividual cigar smokers have their own specific tastes, and have their own individual financial constraints. Those who are smoking several cigars per day may need an “everyday” cigar that is less expensive. Therefore, the taste and cost of machine made cigars can be very appealing to some smokers. However, to the new smoker or experienced connoisseurs, the ones who enjoy an occasional cigar as a special treat, the hand rolled cigar is worth every penny.

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admin — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:10:26 +0000

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