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On Prime Time Episode 334, we bring back The Baseball Show for 2025. We will look ahead to the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball season and discuss some topics affecting the game of Major League Baseball. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and Bear Duplisea of El Oso Fumar join Aaron and Coop for this show. Plus, we will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
On Prime Time Episode 334, we bring back The Baseball Show for 2025. We will look ahead to the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball season and discuss some topics affecting the game of Major League Baseball. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and Bear Duplisea of El Oso Fumar join Aaron and Coop for this show. Plus, we will also have our FSG Beef, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation segments.
Prime Time Jukebox Episode 148 features our 18th installment of our Album Archaeology Series, Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd. This album won our 2024 Battle of the Bands – 1970s Tournament, and was the album drafted by Espinosa Cigars' Hector Alfonso. To celebrate Wish You Were Here‘s win, we devote an Album Archaeology to this album. We are also joined by John McTavish of Developing Palates who also participated in this year's tournament. Much like an archaeologist digs and hunts for gems, on Album Archaeology we dig deep into an album. We examine each of the tracks of this album looking at the music, lyrics, and stories behind this album. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 148 Playlist Dave's Top 50 Songs of 2024 References Dave's Top 50 Battle of the Bands 1970s Wayne Osmond, Original Member of the Osmonds Singing Group, Dies at 73 Bob Bryar, Former My Chemical Romance Drummer, Dies at 44
Prime Time Jukebox Episode 148 features our 18th installment of our Album Archaeology Series, Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd. This album won our 2024 Battle of the Bands – 1970s Tournament, and was the album drafted by Espinosa Cigars' Hector Alfonso. To celebrate Wish You Were Here‘s win, we devote an Album Archaeology to this album. We are also joined by John McTavish of Developing Palates who also participated in this year's tournament. Much like an archaeologist digs and hunts for gems, on Album Archaeology we dig deep into an album. We examine each of the tracks of this album looking at the music, lyrics, and stories behind this album. As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 148 Playlist Dave's Top 50 Songs of 2024 References Dave's Top 50 Battle of the Bands 1970s Wayne Osmond, Original Member of the Osmonds Singing Group, Dies at 73 Bob Bryar, Former My Chemical Romance Drummer, Dies at 44
Coming in at #9 on the 2024 Cigar of the Year Countdown is the Las 6 Provincias ZDT by Espinosa Cigars. The ZDT is the fifth installment of Espinosa's limited-edition Las 6 Provincias series. This annual limited edition series pays homage to the pre-Castro era of Cuba. The name Las 6 Provincias means “six provinces,” – and it refers to the six provinces that existed before the takeover of Cuba by Fidel Castro. Las 6 Provincias is Espinosa Cigars' most premium limited edition series. The company has six planned Las 6 Provincias series releases, each with a unique blend, size, and associated artwork. The name ZDT stands for Zona de Tabaco, the name given to the Pinar del Rio province in the western part of Cuba. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-uC1
Coming in at #9 on the 2024 Cigar of the Year Countdown is the Las 6 Provincias ZDT by Espinosa Cigars. The ZDT is the fifth installment of Espinosa's limited-edition Las 6 Provincias series. This annual limited edition series pays homage to the pre-Castro era of Cuba. The name Las 6 Provincias means “six provinces,” – and it refers to the six provinces that existed before the takeover of Cuba by Fidel Castro. Las 6 Provincias is Espinosa Cigars' most premium limited edition series. The company has six planned Las 6 Provincias series releases, each with a unique blend, size, and associated artwork. The name ZDT stands for Zona de Tabaco, the name given to the Pinar del Rio province in the western part of Cuba. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-uC1
Coming in at #13 on the 2024 Cigar of the Year Countdown 601 La Bomba Warhead X by Espinosa Cigars. One of the most popular annual limited-edition cigar series to hit the market over the past decade is the 601 La Bomba Warhead Series. This series has an excellent track record of success, landing on the Cigar Coop Countdown eight times. Warhead is an extension of the original 601 La Bomba line, but it replaces the Nicaraguan Habano wrapper with a Broadleaf wrapper. As the name suggests, it is intended to be a strong, bold cigar. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-uyD
Coming in at #13 on the 2024 Cigar of the Year Countdown 601 La Bomba Warhead X by Espinosa Cigars. One of the most popular annual limited-edition cigar series to hit the market over the past decade is the 601 La Bomba Warhead Series. This series has an excellent track record of success, landing on the Cigar Coop Countdown eight times. Warhead is an extension of the original 601 La Bomba line, but it replaces the Nicaraguan Habano wrapper with a Broadleaf wrapper. As the name suggests, it is intended to be a strong, bold cigar. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-uyD
For Prime Time Special Edition 169, we present our annual CA Top 25 Pre-Game Show for 2024. Next week the CA Top 25 for 2024 list will be revealed. The results of this list will either make some in the cigar industry's hopes and dreams come true, and it will shatter the hopes and dreams of the others. We've assembled members of the Cigar Coop Coalition team and are joined by guest panelists John McTavish of Developing Palates and Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars. Our approach is unique, and probably the most accurate any in the industry. It's also one of our most controversial shows, but as always we will deliver with the utmost respect.` The powerpoint presentation from last year is coming back – with updates! We invite and encourage you to tune in live and weigh in on your precautions. Plus, we have our U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. References 82nd Annual Santa Train Stops for Hurricane Survivors Before Giving 15 Tons of Gifts on Appalachia Whistlestop Tour Dick Van Dyke Dances in New Coldplay Video Premiering on His 99th Birthday (WATCH)
For Prime Time Special Edition 169, we present our annual CA Top 25 Pre-Game Show for 2024. Next week the CA Top 25 for 2024 list will be revealed. The results of this list will either make some in the cigar industry's hopes and dreams come true, and it will shatter the hopes and dreams of the others. We've assembled members of the Cigar Coop Coalition team and are joined by guest panelists John McTavish of Developing Palates and Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars. Our approach is unique, and probably the most accurate any in the industry. It's also one of our most controversial shows, but as always we will deliver with the utmost respect.` The powerpoint presentation from last year is coming back – with updates! We invite and encourage you to tune in live and weigh in on your predictions. Plus, we have our U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. References 82nd Annual Santa Train Stops for Hurricane Survivors Before Giving 15 Tons of Gifts on Appalachia Whistlestop Tour Dick Van Dyke Dances in New Coldplay Video Premiering on His 99th Birthday (WATCH)
Listen in as we welcome Héctor and Jack from Espinosa Cigars to Episode 268 of HBTC Live! We talk about their cigars, and much more! Visit our website, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube Channel. #HBTCigar #HowBoutThatCigar #Cigars #PremiumCigars #CigarPodcast #CigarShow #HBTCLive #PremiumTobacco #CigarLife #CigarCulture #BOTL #SOTL #ISmokeCigars #BurnCigarsNotBridges
As usual, Tim gets all the facts wrong but luckily James and Nick are back to help set him straight as they discuss the latest episode of Simply Stogies Podcast with special guest Hector Alfonso Sr., the blender and Director of Factory Operations for Espinosa Cigars. The three reflect on getting old as they continue to enjoy their cigars. Tim tries to revive the greatest movie quotes and punchlines Hector delivered during the episode without success, and they cover the rising costs of obtaining goods such as cigars and pizza.
James and Nick welcome blender and Director of Factory Operations for Espinosa Cigars, Hector Alfonso Sr., to the show. The trio discuss the cigar industry at large: the differences in B&M's, the internal politics of lounges and how one or two "Alpha Dogs" can sway others in the lounge, and what differentiates "cigar slingers" from those who actually sell cigars. They also discuss why Simply Stogies Podcast is "legit" and what we do differently than others in the media space. Hector talks about Cigar of the Year lists before we dive in to how he met Erik Espinosa and and how Espinosa Cigars began. He also discusses working with Guy Fieri and how he's just build different than other celebrities in the cigar space. Hector also discusses where he thinks Espinosa Cigars will be in five years.
On Prime Time Special Edition 165, the one and only Jack Toraño of Espinosa Cigars returns. We'll have plenty to talk about as Espinosa Cigars continues to grow. Plus, we have our Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. Bear and I will recap and analyze the recent Cigar Journal award winners in our closing segment.
On Prime Time Special Edition 165, the one and only Jack Toraño of Espinosa Cigars returns. We'll have plenty to talk about as Espinosa Cigars continues to grow. Plus, we have our Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. Bear and I will recap and analyze the recent Cigar Journal award winners in our closing segment.
This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes welcomes the return of 'Mr. Warmth' himself - Héctor J. Alfonso Sr of Espinosa Cigars! In addition to the stellar brands of Espinosa, Hector's fingerprints are all over Protocol, La Sirena, Cornelius & Anthony, Balck Star Line, and the coveted Knuckle Sandwich cigars. We catch up with Hector and see what's up all for #Take297! Enjoy!
We have reached the Final Four of the 2024 Battle of the Bands. This year we did albums from the 1970s and once again invited Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and John McTavish of Developing Palates to join the fun. We have reached the final four and each one of us have an album to represent us in the Final Four. On Episode 135, our team will recap the tournament thus far make the cases for which album should win. Like year one, it has come down to Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin with Floyd landing three of the four Final Four slots. The four albums are: Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd (Hector) The Wall, Pink Floyd (John) Dark Side of the Moon, Pink Floyd (Dave) Led Zeppelin IV, Led Zeppelin (Coop) Remember you can vote by following the Cigar Coop X (Twitter) Account! Matchups begin Thursday July 18, 2024. As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 135 Playlist References Battle of the Bands 2024: The 1970s The Dolly Parton Experience Katy Perry Woman's World Video UK Generational Smoking Ban North Carolina Governor and Legislature Advance Cigar Bar Legislation
We have reached the Final Four of the 2024 Battle of the Bands. This year we did albums from the 1970s and once again invited Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and John McTavish of Developing Palates to join the fun. We have reached the final four and each one of us have an album to represent us in the Final Four. On Episode 135, our team will recap the tournament thus far make the cases for which album should win. Like year one, it has come down to Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin with Floyd landing three of the four Final Four slots. The four albums are: Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd (Hector) The Wall, Pink Floyd (John) Dark Side of the Moon, Pink Floyd (Dave) Led Zeppelin IV, Led Zeppelin (Coop) Remember you can vote by following the Cigar Coop X (Twitter) Account! Matchups begin Thursday July 18, 2024. As always, you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 135 Playlist References Battle of the Bands 2024: The 1970s The Dolly Parton Experience Katy Perry Woman's World Video UK Generational Smoking Ban North Carolina Governor and Legislature Advance Cigar Bar Legislation
An incredible interview with Erik Espinosa of Espinosa Cigars! Erik talks about blending, running a cigar company, teaming up with Guy Fieri, and the art of cigar making!Check out our special Espinosa 11 Pack sampler - including event-only and exclusive cigars.https://oakglentobacconist.com/product/espinosa-la-zona-power-sampler/Sign up for the OGT Cigar Society Subscriptionhttps://oakglentobacconist.com/product/ogt-monthly-subscription/
This week the boys are joined by former MLB player, cigar aficionado, and Syracuse Mets Coach J.P. Arencibia. We got to talk about what it was like to make it to the pros and what it was like to make MLB history in his debut. We then got into how his love of cigars developed after his playing career. J.P. Also shared the story of how he met his now wife. (Here's a hint shoot your shot boys) This all went down while we reviewed the 2024 rendition of the Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Chef's Special. Patrol Gone Wild this week is back with another child star in trouble with the law, an online gamer taking the rivalry way too personal, and a Gold digger murder plot foiled! Caleb's got more news this week with PCA announcing their new man in charge, a new release from HVC, and Maker's Mark dropping a new expression! Cigar: Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich "Chefs Special 2024" Whiskey: Bulleit 95 Rye 12yr, WLW 2023 (donated by in studio guest) Cigars donated by Espinosa Cigars and Whiskey was purchased by Down To Herf Podcast! A huge thank you to our show sponsors Crowned Heads Cigars and Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust! Make sure you're checking them out for all of your cigar needs! https://www.crownedheads.com https://www.dunbartoncigars.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AND WATCH ALL OF OUR EPISODES IN STUDIO! Join The After Herf Show on Patreon Now! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DownToHerfPodcast Visit our Social Media Pages for News and More! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtoherfpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downtoherfpodcast/
Earlier this year, Espinosa Cigars introduced a new cigar line to their portfolio, the new Espinosa Sumatra. This new line features a Sumatra wrapper grown in Ecuador which has been used before by Espinosa Cigars, but this is the first use of it out of their La Zona cigar factory. The Espinosa Sumatra was first featured at the 2024 PCA tobacco trade show in Las Vegas, NV. Vitola: Toro Size: 6 x 54 Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: La Zona MSRP: $11.50 Final Score: 84
Earlier this year, Espinosa Cigars introduced a new cigar line to their portfolio, the new Espinosa Sumatra. This new line features a Sumatra wrapper grown in Ecuador which has been used before by Espinosa Cigars, but this is the first use of it out of their La Zona cigar factory. The Espinosa Sumatra was first featured at the 2024 PCA tobacco trade show in Las Vegas, NV. Vitola: Toro Size: 6 x 54 Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: La Zona MSRP: $11.50 Final Score: 84
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On Episode 129 of Prime Time Jukebox, we kick off the 2024 Battle of the Bands Competition and turn our attention to the 1970s. While last year we selected artists, this year we have decided to focus on albums – specifically from the decade of the 197s. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and John McTavish of Developing Palates are once again back and participating. The concept works as follows: Dave, Coop, Hector, and John will each pick eight albums. The selections will occur via a “Draft.” Once the albums are selected, each participant will seed them, place them into brackets and you will decide who should move on. We will go through each round on Twitter, until there is a winner from each of the four brackets. From that point, the four bracket winners will square off in a final four. The tournament commences the week of May 27th with two matchups a day to vote on. Each vote will be eligible to compete to win one of three special prizes that will be announced For this show, here are our smokes: Dave: 601 La Bomba Warhead X Coop: Las 6 Provincias ZDT John: Black Label Trading Company Bishops Blend Hector: Knuckle Sandwich Connecticut As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 129 Playlist References Draft Results Hector's Bracket Coop's Bracket Dave's Bracket John's Bracket
On Episode 129 of Prime Time Jukebox, we kick off the 2024 Battle of the Bands Competition and turn our attention to the 1970s. While last year we selected artists, this year we have decided to focus on albums – specifically from the decade of the 197s. Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars and John McTavish of Developing Palates are once again back and participating. The concept works as follows: Dave, Coop, Hector, and John will each pick eight albums. The selections will occur via a “Draft.” Once the albums are selected, each participant will seed them, place them into brackets and you will decide who should move on. We will go through each round on Twitter, until there is a winner from each of the four brackets. From that point, the four bracket winners will square off in a final four. The tournament commences the week of May 27th with two matchups a day to vote on. Each vote will be eligible to compete to win one of three special prizes that will be announced For this show, here are our smokes: Dave: 601 La Bomba Warhead X Coop: Las 6 Provincias ZDT John: Black Label Trading Company Bishops Blend Hector: Knuckle Sandwich Connecticut As always you can follow along with our Spotify Playlists: Episode 129 Playlist References Draft Results Hector's Bracket Coop's Bracket Dave's Bracket John's Bracket
Tonight on Prime Time Episode 304, Erik Espinosa, founder and president of Espinosa Cigars returns. It's been quite a while since Erik has been on Prime Time, so we are very excited to have him on. We will talk to Erik on some of his projects, and have a couple of unique segments we designed specifically for Erik. Plus, we have our FSG Beef Segments, Altadis USA's Ties the Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and, of course, the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation Segment.
Tonight on Prime Time Episode 304, Erik Espinosa, founder and president of Espinosa Cigars returns. It's been quite a while since Erik has been on Prime Time, so we are very excited to have him on. We will talk to Erik on some of his projects, and have a couple of unique segments we designed specifically for Erik. Plus, we have our FSG Beef Segments, Altadis USA's Ties the Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and, of course, the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Deliberation Segment.
On Episode 329 of the Cigar Hustlers Podcast, we dive into the latest headlines from the cigar industry and beyond. We discuss Altadis U.S.A.'s exciting partnership with the Kentucky Derby for the Romeo y Julieta 1875 Run for the Roses. We also cover the legal battle as 14 cities file a lawsuit against Ohio's new tobacco preemption law. In other news, Jennifer True joins Fratello, and we explore the release of the Arturo Fuente From Dream to Dynasty collection. Fratello also ships its Concealed Carry 18th Amendment line, while Eladio Diaz's Before & After collection begins shipping. On a more serious note, we discuss a shocking incident in Florida where a woman claims God told her to shoot drivers because of the eclipse, resulting in her arrest on several charges. And in an exclusive story, we have a live phone interview discussing Arnold's partnership with Espinosa Cigars to create a signature cigar blend. Tune in for these stories and more, only on the Cigar Hustlers Podcast!
Guy Fieri was in attendance with Espinosa Cigars at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show as he has been the last two years. Guy has partnered with Espinosa Cigars to produce the Knuckle Sandwich brand. Knuckle Sandwich cigars are produced and distributed by Espinosa Cigars. It's been well-documented that Guy and Erik have changed the game in terms of celebrity-branded cigars, and our team got a chance to catch up with the dynamic duo. PCA 2024 Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-srA
Guy Fieri was in attendance with Espinosa Cigars at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show as he has been the last two years. Guy has partnered with Espinosa Cigars to produce the Knuckle Sandwich brand. Knuckle Sandwich cigars are produced and distributed by Espinosa Cigars. It's been well-documented that Guy and Erik have changed the game in terms of celebrity-branded cigars, and our team got a chance to catch up with the dynamic duo. PCA 2024 Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-srA
The C & C Crew visits the crime thriller that won Best Picture in 2006 The Departed. We light up the Murcielago from Espinosa Cigars! Talking story structure, acting, and overall experience.Espinosa Murcielago Torohttps://oakglentobacconist.com/product/espinosa-murcielago-toro-box-press-6x52/Cigars and Cinema Podcast Samplerhttps://oakglentobacconist.com/product/cigars-cinema-september-sampler-pack/Sign up for the OGT Cigar Society Subscriptionhttps://oakglentobacconist.com/product/ogt-monthly-subscription/
Welcome to Episode 157 of The Burning Bush Podcast, where we share the message of the Bible while enjoying a good cigar. Today we're reading the New Testament book of Luke Chapter 14 with commentary from the notes in the Charles Spurgeon Study Bible, and I'm smoking the Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich by Guy Fieri Chef Special Limited Edition Box Pressed Figurado 6.5x52.Charles Spurgeon Study Bible - https://csbspurgeonstudybible.csbible.com/Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich by Guy Fieri Chef Special Limited Edition Box Pressed Figurado 6.5x52: https://espinosacigars.com/knuckle-sandwich/chef-special/https://www.smokeinn.com/Espinosa-Knuckle-Sandwich-Chef-s-Special-Limited-Edition/Listen and subscribe at: https://www.theburningbushpodcast.comYouTube: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2xuUIvnTwNsmlHN2fxlidI6Zhgt-GPB7&si=t0IqlNyWtCYOiSwHRumble: https://rumble.com/user/SteveMcHenryEmail: steve@theburningbushpodcast.com#TheBurningBush #Podcast #Scripture #Theology #Jesus #Bible #Christian #GroundworksMinistries #Cigars #BOTL #SOTL #HolySmokes #TreatsNTruth #CharlesSpurgeon #SpurgeonStyle #EspinosaCigars #GuyFieri #KnuckleSandwichSUPPORT THE SHOW & OUR PARTNERSCash App - http://cash.app/$StevenJMcHenryVenmo - https://www.venmo.com/u/Steve-McHenry-3Paypal - http://paypal.me/SteveMcHenryTreats-N-Truth Ministry Helping those in need through the love & grace of God.Groundworks Ministries Promoting the "chapter-a-day" reading of God's Word.The Burning Bush Merchandise Store Get your Burning Bush Podcast swag here!Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
The episode kicks off with a bang as Tyler Jones earns the Salesman of the Year title for the second consecutive year, this time for both Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri's Knuckle Sandwich Cigars. The achievement was celebrated in Indianapolis, Indiana, where Tyler received trophies from none other than Guy Fieri himself. In an exclusive interview on the Cigar Hustler Podcast, Tyler expresses gratitude for working with a supportive company and hints at aiming for a three-peat, inspired by fellow northeast Ohioan Travis Kelce. Following the success story, the hosts delve into industry updates, including notable announcements: POWSTANIE and FOSFORO are set to increase prices starting March 1, 2024. Asia welcomes the exclusive release of the Cohiba Lancero Tributo Humidor in celebration of the Year of the Dragon. Gurkha faces wrapper shortages, leading to the suspension of the Colección Especial. JM Tobacco plans to unveil the Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024. German Engineered Cigars shifts its distribution to the City of Palms in Florida. In other news, NASA is on the lookout for candidates to participate in a yearlong simulated Mars mission. The peculiar twist comes with the announcement that ALLEGED Central American Trained Astronaut Lucio Morales has initiated his own simulation. Morales claims that, with three friends, anyone can take over a cigar factory in space. This whimsical and connected story adds a touch of humor to the episode, leaving listeners with a blend of industry updates and a space-themed escapade.
The cigar review: The Knuckle Sandwich 56. It was NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, and it was a party. It all started at Blend Bar Cigar with a special VIP event featuring restaurateur, author, and Emmy Award-winning host Guy Fieri. Guests sampled his new Knuckle Sandwich 56 cigar and Guy's new Santo Tequila. The guys talked to Fieri about his collaboration with Espinosa Cigars to create the Knuckle Sandwich. He also discussed how he teamed up with Sammy Hagar to launch Santo Tequila. Tony and Fingers got to speak with Erik Espinosa about how his partnership with Guy began. They also talked about cigar trends going into 2024, and how customers' buying habits may have adapted to a new economic reality. Tom Brinkley of Santo Tequila described how Santo differs from other tequila on the market. Other topics this week include: TSA has issues in Nashville. A woman goes for a plane ride without a ticket. How much were roses on Valentine's Day?!? All that and much more on episode 277 of Eat Drink Smoke. More information on the Knuckle Sandwich 56. Size - 6 x 56 Wrapper - Mexican San Andrés Binder - Nicaraguan Filler - Nicaraguan Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)
We have Tyler Jones, Espinosa Cigars, back on the show and we are in the Tinder Box at Easton for the first time. We are lighting up the NEW Espinosa Sumatra that Tyler has brought with him and we are excited to light it up. The featured bottle tonight is Issac Bowman Port Barrel Finished. Pour one more...light up another...we'll figure it out together. Please Drink Responsibly byjack.com/bourbonandbs to buy some shirts! Thanks to our sponsors: All of you that have been supporting us! Join our patrons at patreon.com/bourbonandbspodcast to help support the continuing growth of the show and the community. Tinder Box at Easton for the weekly featured cigar and check them out for their current featured cigar at eastontinderbox@gmail.com Altadis USA for the weekly second cigar and the continued support BS Cigar Company for the continued support! Check them out at bscigarcompany@gmail.com for ordering the BS Gold and BS Silver
The #7 2023 Cigar of the Year is the Las 6 Provincias CMW by Espinosa Cigars. CMW is the fourth installment of the Espinosa Cigars Las 6 Provincias series. This limited edition series pays homage to the pre-Castro era of Cuba. The name Las 6 Provincias means “six provinces,” referring to the six provinces that existed before Fidel Castro's takeover of Cuba. It is also Espinosa Cigars' most premium limited edition series to date. Each installment of the series has a unique blend, size, and associated artwork. The name CMW stands for Camagüey, the second-most eastern province on the island of Cuba in the pre-Castro era. Since the first installment of the Las 6 Provincias was launched in 2018, it has become one of Espinosa Cigars' most successful near-annual limited series releases. The CMW is the third release of the series to land on the Countdown. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-rfq
The #7 2023 Cigar of the Year is the Las 6 Provincias CMW by Espinosa Cigars. CMW is the fourth installment of the Espinosa Cigars Las 6 Provincias series. This limited edition series pays homage to the pre-Castro era of Cuba. The name Las 6 Provincias means “six provinces,” referring to the six provinces that existed before Fidel Castro's takeover of Cuba. It is also Espinosa Cigars' most premium limited edition series to date. Each installment of the series has a unique blend, size, and associated artwork. The name CMW stands for Camagüey, the second-most eastern province on the island of Cuba in the pre-Castro era. Since the first installment of the Las 6 Provincias was launched in 2018, it has become one of Espinosa Cigars' most successful near-annual limited series releases. The CMW is the third release of the series to land on the Countdown. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-rfq
The #16 2023 Cigar of the Year is the 601 La Bomba Warhead VIII by Espinosa Cigars. One of the most popular annual limited edition series of cigars to hit the market over the past decade has been the 601 La Bomba Warhead Series. This series has a great track record of success, landing seven different times. Warhead is an extension of the original 601 La Bomba line, but it replaces the Nicaraguan Habano wrapper with a Broadleaf wrapper. As the name Warhead suggests, it is intended to be a stronger and bolder cigar. Each installment of the Warhead has featured a different size with a tweaked blend adjusted to that size as well as a different set of artwork. Warhead made its debut in 2013 and, with a couple of exceptions, has maintained an annual release schedule. The eighth installment came out in 2022 – appropriately titled Warhead VIII. This introduced a 6 x 60 box-pressed vitola into the series. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-rao
The #16 2023 Cigar of the Year is the 601 La Bomba Warhead VIII by Espinosa Cigars. One of the most popular annual limited edition series of cigars to hit the market over the past decade has been the 601 La Bomba Warhead Series. This series has a great track record of success, landing seven different times. Warhead is an extension of the original 601 La Bomba line, but it replaces the Nicaraguan Habano wrapper with a Broadleaf wrapper. As the name Warhead suggests, it is intended to be a stronger and bolder cigar. Each installment of the Warhead has featured a different size with a tweaked blend adjusted to that size as well as a different set of artwork. Warhead made its debut in 2013 and, with a couple of exceptions, has maintained an annual release schedule. The eighth installment came out in 2022 – appropriately titled Warhead VIII. This introduced a 6 x 60 box-pressed vitola into the series. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-rao
The #18 2023 Cigar of the Year is the Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro H. One of the big stories of 2022 was the announcement that celebrity restauranteur Guy Fieri would be teaming up with Espinosa Cigars to launch the Knuckle Sandwich brand of cigars. Knuckle Sandwich Cigars is a brand produced and distributed by Espinosa Cigars. The brand has proliferated and now has three regular production lines and three limited edition lines. The Knuckle Sandwich Maduro is a regular production line and is one of the two original blends released when Knuckle Sandwich launched. It's the Maduro that has earned a spot on the Countdown. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-r99
The #18 2023 Cigar of the Year is the Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro H. One of the big stories of 2022 was the announcement that celebrity restauranteur Guy Fieri would be teaming up with Espinosa Cigars to launch the Knuckle Sandwich brand of cigars. Knuckle Sandwich Cigars is a brand produced and distributed by Espinosa Cigars. The brand has proliferated and now has three regular production lines and three limited edition lines. The Knuckle Sandwich Maduro is a regular production line and is one of the two original blends released when Knuckle Sandwich launched. It's the Maduro that has earned a spot on the Countdown. Full Details: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-r99
After a one year absence, the unofficial CA Top 25 Pre-Game Show is making a return for 2023. Next week the CA Top 25 for 2023 list will be revealed. The results of this list will either make some in the cigar industry's hopes and dreams come true, and it will shatter the hopes and dreams of the others. We've assembled members of the Cigar Coop Coalition team and are joined by guest panelists John McTavish of Developing Palates and Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars. Our approach is unique, and probably the most accurate any in the industry. It's also one of our most controversial shows, but as always we will deliver with the utmost respect.` We invite and encourage you to tune in live and weigh in on your precautions. Plus, we have our Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. References History Enthusiasts Found a Buried 15th Century Royal Palace All on Their Own– 'Against all odds' 96-year-old scuba diver holds new world record
After a one year absence, the unofficial CA Top 25 Pre-Game Show is making a return for 2023. Next week the CA Top 25 for 2023 list will be revealed. The results of this list will either make some in the cigar industry's hopes and dreams come true, and it will shatter the hopes and dreams of the others. We've assembled members of the Cigar Coop Coalition team and are joined by guest panelists John McTavish of Developing Palates and Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars. Our approach is unique, and probably the most accurate any in the industry. It's also one of our most controversial shows, but as always we will deliver with the utmost respect.` We invite and encourage you to tune in live and weigh in on your precautions. Plus, we have our Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. References History Enthusiasts Found a Buried 15th Century Royal Palace All on Their Own– 'Against all odds' 96-year-old scuba diver holds new world record
The newest iteration of the Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special by Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri made it's debut at the 2023 PCA trade show in Las Vegas. This is a follow up on the 2022 release which was a huge hit with the cigar community. This new version features and Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper versus the Ecuadorian Habano from last year and a new blend of filler tobaccos all from Nicaragua with a Nicaraguan binder. From Espinosa Cigars: The Chef Special is a yearly release made available to retailers at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show. This 10-count box was first made in 2022. Future Chef Special's will be made with the blend and size change from year to year. For this review, we are going to check it out and let you know how it stacked up to last year's version. From the release article on our site: The Chef Special features a different blend than its 2022 predecessor. This includes an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over all-Nicaraguan binders and fillers. Like last year, the Chef Special comes in a 6 1/2 x 52 Box Pressed Figurado. The cigars will be in ten-count boxes with pricing of $15.00 MSRP per cigar and $150.00 MSRP per box. The cigars are made at the San Lotano Factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua. “This is the first LE we did for Knuckle Sandwich Cigars, the size and the blend really hit. So, we are back this year with a new blend in that same great size, it's an exceptional smoke,” commented Erik Espinosa in a press release. Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special 2023 Vitola: Figurado Size: 6 1/2 x 52 (Box Pressed) Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: San Lotano MSRP: $15.00 Final Score: 89
The newest iteration of the Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special by Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri made it's debut at the 2023 PCA trade show in Las Vegas. This is a follow up on the 2022 release which was a huge hit with the cigar community. This new version features and Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper versus the Ecuadorian Habano from last year and a new blend of filler tobaccos all from Nicaragua with a Nicaraguan binder. From Espinosa Cigars: The Chef Special is a yearly release made available to retailers at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show. This 10-count box was first made in 2022. Future Chef Special's will be made with the blend and size change from year to year. For this review, we are going to check it out and let you know how it stacked up to last year's version. From the release article on our site: The Chef Special features a different blend than its 2022 predecessor. This includes an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over all-Nicaraguan binders and fillers. Like last year, the Chef Special comes in a 6 1/2 x 52 Box Pressed Figurado. The cigars will be in ten-count boxes with pricing of $15.00 MSRP per cigar and $150.00 MSRP per box. The cigars are made at the San Lotano Factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua. “This is the first LE we did for Knuckle Sandwich Cigars, the size and the blend really hit. So, we are back this year with a new blend in that same great size, it's an exceptional smoke,” commented Erik Espinosa in a press release. Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special 2023 Vitola: Figurado Size: 6 1/2 x 52 (Box Pressed) Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: San Lotano MSRP: $15.00 Final Score: 89
La Zona Palooza 2023 is coming up the first weekend in November, and tonight we will preview the upcoming event with Hector Alfonso and Jack Toraño of Espinosa Cigars. In addition, we will catch up on the happenings of Espinosa. Plus, we have our Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group U.S. History segment, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments. References 19 Wildcats Set to Bring Back Scottish Highland Species – They're Thriving in a Reintroduction Program Here are the Top 10 most popular Halloween candies, according to Instacart - CBS News
Tony and Fingers' cigar review: Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich 2023 Chef's Special. Their drink review: Uncle Nearest's Straight Rye Whiskey. The guys sat down with Tyler Jones of Espinosa Cigars during the Twin City We Care fundraiser at the Mississinewa Cigar Company in Gas City, Indiana. They talked about Espinosa's partnership with Guy Fieri to create their Knuckle Sandwich line, the cigar industry and its growth moving into 2024. Topics this week include: Hamas attacks Isreal. Coca-Cola embraces controversial AI image generator with new “Y3000” flavor - Tony and Fingers review it! Hybrid workers are 'coffee badging' to spend less time in the office and dodge RTO mandates. Burger King has a new permanent menu side dish. All that and much more on episode 259 of Eat Drink Smoke. More information on the Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich 2023 Chef's Special: Size - 6 1/2 x 52 Wrapper - Ecuadorian Sumatra Binder - Nicaraguan Filler - Nicaraguan Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)
On this episode the guys are joined by Hector Alfonso, Operations Director and Blender for Espinosa Premium Cigars to discuss all things Espinosa! We Find out what its like working with Guy Fieri! The guys share stories about past policing vs current policing, What is the greatest police show ever made and much more! So sit back light up and join us for this great interview! Cigar: 601 La Bomba Warhead IX 2023 Whiskey: Glenmorangie scotch 10 year Follow Us On: Podbean: https://acigarhustlerspodcast.podbean.com Buzzsprout: https://downtoherfpodcast.buzzsprout.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKhxsobU8k8EAyYBgWoCBaQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downtoherfpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downtoherfpodcast/
This week, Tony and Fingers reviewed The Las 6 Provincias ZDT from Espinosa Cigars and Jack Daniel's Sinatra Select. Tony sat down with Erik Espinosa at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas to talk about the latest developments at Espinosa Cigars, and their relationship with Guy Fieri that produced the Knuckle Sandwich. Other topics this week include: More bad travel experiences because of the TSA. Passengers aboard a Las Vegas flight pass out while awaiting takeoff in triple-digit temperatures. NFL training camps have opened! The Washington Commanders were sold! A disturbed woman tried to hire a hitman online. It ends badly for her. All that and much more on episode 247 of Eat! Drink! Smoke! More information on the Las 6 Provincias ZDT: Size - 6.5 x 48 Wrapper - Nicaráguan Corojo Binder - Nicarágua Filler - Nicarágua, Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy (http://eatdrinksmokeshow.com) host Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Follow Eat! Drink! Smoke! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoEatDrinkSmoke | @GoEatDrinkSmoke Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke | @eatdrinksmoke IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatdrinksmokepodcast | @EatDrinkSmokePodcast The Podcast is Free! Click Below! On Apple Podcasts (http://bit.ly/eatdrinksmoke) On Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/09697f78-947d-4008-92f6-18f6b241774a/Eat-Drink-Smoke) On Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/show/eat-drink-smoke) On Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qf6qSmnpb5ctSMEtaB6lp)