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Brought to you by J.C. Newman Cigar Co. - On this episode, Kevin returns to the show and the guys welcome industry veteran Michael Giannini of Quality Importers Trading Company to the show to showcase some of the exciting products from brands such as Xikar, Palio and more. Michael also talks about the new Conspiracy cigar band and even talks about their Wine brand that recently launched. Tune in now for more! Visit www.2GuysCigars.com for the best selection of in the industry! Accessories provided by S.T. Dupont - Be Exceptional Micallef Black - It's a black out!

This week, #ELOsoFumarTakes brings in a first-time guest for our #261stTake. Jimmy Miudo of Quality Importers sits down to talk Xikar, Palio, Swag Bunker and more. We'll be pairing cutter and lighter combos and really dive into the accessory space. Additionally, we learn more about Jimmy's journey!   Spotlighting Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, please consider donating HERE.   https://www.qualityimporters.com/   For tonight's demonstration with QI accessories, we used the United Natural Robusto.   Notable Alumni of UMass - Dartmouth- https://edurank.org/uni/university-of-massachusetts-dartmouth/alumni/ Brian Helgeland- https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001338/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_brian%2520Hel   United Cigar Presidential Trivia Segment: https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/10-birthday-facts-about-president-george-h-w-bush    

Quality Importers Trading Company declared 2023 "Year of the Palió" as there was a big focus on the Palió brand. For many years Palió was known for its innovative cutter.  Over the past few years, Palió has become a value-priced brand for cutters and lighters in the Quality Importers portfolio. When Xikar was acquired, that would become the more premium line of cutters and lighters. This year Quality Importers decided to introduce a series in-between the Palió and Xikar series in terms of price point known as Palió Pro which will feature three lighters priced between $44.99 and $49.99. Meanwhile Palió as keeps true to its roots as a value-priced brand as Quality Importers introduced a new value-priced lighter known as the Palió Pistola. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qh4  

Quality Importers Trading Company declared 2023 "Year of the Palió" as there was a big focus on the Palió brand. For many years Palió was known for its innovative cutter.  Over the past few years, Palió has become a value-priced brand for cutters and lighters in the Quality Importers portfolio. When Xikar was acquired, that would become the more premium line of cutters and lighters. This year Quality Importers decided to introduce a series in-between the Palió and Xikar series in terms of price point known as Palió Pro which will feature three lighters priced between $44.99 and $49.99. Meanwhile Palió as keeps true to its roots as a value-priced brand as Quality Importers introduced a new value-priced lighter known as the Palió Pistola. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qh4

It has been over five years since Quality Importers Trading Company acquired Xikar. Since then, the company has worked hard to make it one of its flagship brands in the portfolio.  In the past few years, the innovation pipeline for Xikar has not slowed down - and that trend continued at the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. This year, the company showcased a new in-line dual-flame lighter known as the Xikar Ion. There are some more collaborations coming with New York jeweler Jacob & Co. Also the company has done a soft launch of its next generation of the Xikar Xi Cutter -the Xikar Perfect Xi1 Cutter. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qfX  

It has been over five years since Quality Importers Trading Company acquired Xikar. Since then, the company has worked hard to make it one of its flagship brands in the portfolio.  In the past few years, the innovation pipeline for Xikar has not slowed down - and that trend continued at the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. This year, the company showcased a new in-line dual-flame lighter known as the Xikar Ion. There are some more collaborations coming with New York jeweler Jacob & Co. Also the company has done a soft launch of its next generation of the Xikar Xi Cutter -the Xikar Perfect Xi1 Cutter. Full PCA Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-qfX

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The Quality Importers team joins Smoke Night LIVE for a night of fun and prizes. Michael Giannini (chief of customer engagement) and Joe Gro (director of marketing and communications) field your cigar accessory questions and we also select four winners simply for participating during the show!

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Over the years, Quality Importers Trading Company has assembled and developed a wide portfolio of cigar accessories. When it comes to Quality Importers, there is always plenty to talk about at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. Aside from the products, Quality Importers made headlines when it announced it brought industry veteran Michael Giannini back to the premium cigar business as he was hired to be Quality Importers' Chief of Customer Engagement. In this role, he will be responsible for the Sales, Marketing, and Messaging initiatives of the company. At the same time, the company announced it promoted another industry veteran Alex Goldman to Chief Operating Officer. However, there was so much more than just the personnel moves. This year is the 25th anniversary of Xikar, and Quality Importers has an innovative cutter offering to commemorate the occasion. At the same time, there are new offerings under Palió, Stinky, Humidor Supreme, and Hydra. Finally, Quality Importers offers graphics customization on most of its products through its in-house facility in Weston, Florida known as The Swag Bunker. These customizations are offered to customers and also used by Quality Importers for many of its own products. PCA 2022 Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-nyc  

Over the years, Quality Importers Trading Company has assembled and developed a wide portfolio of cigar accessories. When it comes to Quality Importers, there is always plenty to talk about at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. Aside from the products, Quality Importers made headlines when it announced it brought industry veteran Michael Giannini back to the premium cigar business as he was hired to be Quality Importers' Chief of Customer Engagement. In this role, he will be responsible for the Sales, Marketing, and Messaging initiatives of the company. At the same time, the company announced it promoted another industry veteran Alex Goldman to Chief Operating Officer. However, there was so much more than just the personnel moves. This year is the 25th anniversary of Xikar, and Quality Importers has an innovative cutter offering to commemorate the occasion. At the same time, there are new offerings under Palió, Stinky, Humidor Supreme, and Hydra. Finally, Quality Importers offers graphics customization on most of its products through its in-house facility in Weston, Florida known as The Swag Bunker. These customizations are offered to customers and also used by Quality Importers for many of its own products. PCA 2022 Report: https://wp.me/p6h1n1-nyc  

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company. Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Palió's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Humidor Supreme's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Humidor Supreme's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company. Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Palió's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company. Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Palió's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

From the 2021 PCA Trade Show, we talk to Danilo Faulin of Quality Importers Trading Company. Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about every cigar enthusiast that can be found in Quality Importers lineup. This year, the focus seemed more on humidors and lighters - specifically through the Humidor Supreme, Palió, and Xikar brands. In this installment, we take a closer look at Palió's offerings from the 2021 PCA Trade Show. References PCA 2021 Report: Quality Importers Trading Company

In more talk about Cigar of the Year, we choose one from show sponsor My Father Cigars and Robb Report. The My Father La Promesa. Then we talk about how to care for your lighter, proper filling techniques, and a new tool from Xikar now in stock at birminghsmcigars.com.   www.smokingunderground.com www.myfathercigars.com www.birminghamcigars.com  

Shane smokes a Padron 1964, Trae smokes a Norteño from Herrera Esteli, and the boys talk about the physics of a cigar shop, a new release from Xikar, and the first of many top 25 lists for 2020

In this weeks episode we are all together as Paul joins us via zoom! In sports news (00:01:45) The MLB has finally come to an agreement and is coming back but there are some new rules going into the season. Astros owner Jim Crane says he plans on allowing fans because the team needs revenue but that might not be possible due to the recent new outbreak of Covid-19. We speculate on some early NFL predictions for the upcoming season. And, The NFL to allow teams to set varying fan capacity levels when season commences.In news (00:31:49) Texas, Arizona, and Florida face record coronavirus hospitalizations, Michael Keaton in talks to play Bruce Wayne in ‘The Flash’ movie, Jamie Foxx to star In Mike Tyson biopic, and Kurt Cobain's "MTV Unplugged" guitar sold for a record amount.In cigar news (01:07:11) PCA 2021 has an official date, Xikar is releasing a new $300 cutter, and we review (01:18:24) the Four Kicks No.7 by the Crowned Heads(01:28:55) The Cigarheadz Xtravaganza details are announced coming out July 2nd! Reach out to us with your thoughts, questions, concerns, or comments at: Cigarheadzpodcast@gmail.comFollow us:Cigarheadz- Facebook, TwitterDenny- InstagramMarc- Instagram

I sit down with Jeremy Casdagli of Casdagli Cigars, formerly Bespoke Cigars, live from the Clayton in Chicago, Illinois. Jeremy and I discuss his cigar journey, how and why he started Casdagli Cigars, the name change from Bespoke to Casdagli, his family history and how that has influenced him, how he reacts to bad reviews and so much more!  Plus, I mention how to save 10% by using coupon code simplystogies at Small Batch Cigars. For a limited time, when you use that code to purchase Casdagli Cigars, you will be entered into a raffle for a Casdagli cutter by Xikar!! Details in the episode! LINKS: https://casdaglicigars.com/ https://bespokecigar.com/  

The Liga Privada Nasty Fritas cigar looks kind of like a turd. At least that's what my wife says.Well, she's not completely wrong, but that's what I'm smoking today - the Nasty Fritas by Liga Privada.Let's see if it tastes better than it looks!Buy This Cigar - https://famous-smoke.7eer.net/2BPZDMy review of the Liga Privada T52: https://www.cigarscore.com/cigar-review-liga-privada-t52/Initial Thoughts:Just like not all cigars are created equal, not all cigars are shaped like a tube. And that is definitely the case of this Liga Privada Nasty Fritas.This weird looking, oddly shaped, turd-reminiscient cigar has a dark, brown wrapper that is fairly rustic in appearance. The closed foot is very exciting and a way of rolling a cigar that I've come to really enjoy. Although the Nasty Fritas ("nasty fries" in English) is pretty weird looking, I'm looking forward to diving in.Brand: Liga PrivadaLine: Nasty FritasSize: 4 1/2 x 44Cut: GuillotineLight: TorchPrice: $6.99Learn About This Cigar - https://famous-smoke.7eer.net/2BPZDFinal Thoughts:What an interesting little cigar the Liga Privada Nasty Fritas is. Although this cigar has a weird shape, after cutting it with my guillotine cutter from Xikar, the draw was perfect.While I applaud Drew Estate (the guys who make Liga Privada) for trying something new and making a cigar in a weird size, I think they missed the mark on the price point for the Nasty Fritas. I was only able to enjoy it, which I did, for about 35 minutes. If this cigar had come in at around $4.99 instead of $6.99, it would have scored higher. But, since the quality of the cigar doesn't justify the price, and because I wouldn't really smoke it again, the Liga Privada Nasty Fritas earns a CigarScore of 2.:::::Find & Rate Where to Smoke Cigars at https://www.cigarscore.comWhere I buy my cigars: https://click.cigarscore.com/famoussmokePremium Cigar Samplers: https://click.cigarscore.com/fs-premiumsamplers:::::Subscribe to my YouTube Channel! - https://click.cigarscore.com/subscribeonyoutube::::: Gear I Used or Mentioned in This Video :::::Main camera: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-canon80dMain lens: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-canon18125mmMusic: https://www.cigarscore.com/musicLapel mic: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-movolv1Sturdy tripod: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-tripodTravel camera: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-canong7xiiHandheld tripod: https://www.ellorywells.com/yt-manfrotto:::::SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cigarscoreTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/cigarscoreInstagram: https://Instagram.com/cigarscore:::::AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER: Hey, so, some of the links in my videos and descriptions are affiliate links. But, I only recommend products/services I use and love myself =) More details here - https://www.cigarscore.com/ads-and-affiliate-disclaimer-disclosure/

Kurt Van Keppel and his friends wanted a better cigar cutter, but they wound up disrupting the entire industry with their XIKAR brand! Dick and Loy get some terrific stories from the entrepreneur behind this Kansas City success story.

Shane smokes a TAA exclusive, CAO Esteli, Trae smokes the Casa Fernandez Aganorsa lead maduro, and the boys talk about Shane's cruise as well as a new cutter from Xikar

It's an explosive show as we celebrate our independence and the deceleration of our rights and our freedoms. Kurt Van Kemple, owner and founder of Xikar Cigar Accessories, joins us... as we light up the perfect cigars to celebrate; The Fire Cracker, and the Black Bomb.

David and Mr. Jonathan put themselves and the shows equipment to the test in the direct sun.  They light up and smoke HC cigars with co-owner Scott Almsberger and discus the Xikar brand and products.  Later they sit with Smithfest Director Fred Smith and discus his charity while they light up Perdomo's newest creation The Camaroon Reserva.  All this and more on the Cigar Authority!

This week's special guest is Colin Ganley of Cigar Journal magazine. Colin gives some background on Cigar Journal's 2011 industry awards. He also shares his impressions of the recently held International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailer (IPCPR) trade show and gives his cigar picks for best new releases of the show. Bob and Dale smoke the HC Connecticut as the Cigar of the Week, while Colin smokes newly released La Casita Criolla by Tatuaje. Bob, Dale and Colin give their suggestions to new smoker Chris C., in response to his question about how to spend $50 and end up with a good variety of cigars. Jeff Curtis gets his question answered about aging tubo cigars. Liz wants to thank Dan Crouch for the cigar featured on the "What's My Band?" blind smoke test, the Carlos Torano Cigar Rights of America (CRA) membership limited edition. (Don't forget the special CRA deal for DogWatch listeners: If you follow the CRA membership directions on our website, www.cigarmedia.tv, you will not only receive two free cigars, but also a free CRA t-shirt.) Check out the live show! Go to http://www.cigarmedia.tv/live/ where the show is broadcast live most Friday evenings at 9 PM EST. Bob's & Dale's Cigar of the Week - HC Connecticut by J.Fuego. A cigar 5 years in the making. Jesus Fuego and XIKAR have been working to perfect this blend. Made with Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade, this blend proves to be slightly stronger than the average Connecticut Shade cigar, while staying true to a Connecticut's character! Wrapper: Connecticut Shade - Ecuador Binder: Sumatra Filler: Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua Robusto: 5 x 50; Lonsdale: 6 x 46; Belicoso: 6 x 52; Toro: 6.5 x 52; Grande: 6 x 60 Colin's Cigar of the Week - La Casita Criolla by Tatuaje This new line from Pete Johnson features 100% Broadleaf tobacco. An homage to the broadleaf cigars made in the U.S. many years ago, this is a departure from the other Tatuaje lines. I was fortunate enough to smoke these on a factory trip to Nicaragua this year when they were being produced. In fact, we smoked a ton of them. One would expect 100% broadleaf to be sweet and chewy in flavor, and that it is. While the factory buys a ton of great broadleaf to be used for wrapper leaf, there are filler leaves from the plant as well - seco and viso - and these are used in the blend. They are not as dark in color as the wrapper leaves that you are used to on broadleaf wrapped vitolas, but don't be fooled by the normal looking filler - it is all broadleaf and it is unlike anything in the Tatuaje family to date. La Casita Criolla falls in the medium range, with a distinctly pleasant taste profile of sweetness. An everyday, or multiples per day, smoke. HCB - Corona - 5 1/8 x 42; HCBC - Corona Gorda - 5 5/8 x 46; HCBF - Short Churchill - 6 1/2 x 48 $50 Cigar Shopping Spree - Bob, Dale and Colin answer a listener's question I'm new to cigars, and I'd like to know what you would recommend. I try to get a good idea of the different kinds of cigars out there. I've seen many people in forums talk of online retailers selling variety packs, but nobody is specific about what is good or not, etc. Lets say that in a week I'm going to walk into my local B&M with about $50 in my pocket... what should I buy to get a good variety of cigars to try? Chris C. Colin's recommendations La Reloba Sumatra Ashton Heritage Puro Sol Alec Bradley Family Blend Padron 3000 Fonseca Classic Camacho Triple Maduro Punch After Dinner Maduro Bob's recommendations $5 - Oliva G Cameroon $7 - Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic Black label $4 - Sancho Panza Double Maduro $6 - La Aurora 107 $8 - E.P. Carrillo Short Run etc. $6 - Nestor Miranda Dominicano $7 - Padilla ‘68 $2 - Padron 2000 $4 - Perdomo Lot 23 Extras: Elogio Esencia Primer Mundo El Titan de Bronze Guillermo Leon Jameson Declaration Dale's recommendations Dale gives Chris choices from the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Brazil, Nicaragua and the U.S.A. Click here to see his detailed list and his dialog with Chris as he developed the list. Dominican Republic La Aurora Davidoff A. Fuente Honduras Camacho Alec Bradley Casa Magna line from Quesada Nestor Miranda Brazil Monte Pascoal Nicaragua Oliva Joya de Nicaragua Ilusione Padron Brickhouse Anything by Don Pepin Garcia J. Fuego U.S.A Tatuaje Cabinet line (brown label) Padilla Miami What's My Band? - this week's Unbanded Cigar is the Carlos Torano Cigar Rights of America (CRA) membership limited edition. A Big thank you to Dan Crouch for his generosity in providing this week's unbanded cigar. Bob: Very tasty, just enough spice and a darkness to the flavors. A little sourness in the mouth; retrohale is sour. Palio Cutter Contest: The July contest winner of a classic black Palio cutter will be announced in next week's show. Remember, you must re-enter each month to be eligible to win the featured Palio cutter. Do you have a suggestion for the unbanded cigar of the week? Every week Bob and Dale include an “unbanded cigar” segment in their show in which they smoke a cigar without any markings and give their honest opinions. Bob then opens a sealed envelope and discovers the cigar’s name and manufacturer. If you have suggestions for the "What's My Band?" segment, please send them to liz@cigarmedia.tv. Do you have a Cigar Review? If you call and leave a cigar review on the herf line and it is played on the show, you will receive a DogWatch Cigar Radio patch! You can reach the Herfline at 321-594-4373 - or cigar.radio on Skype. You can also send email to theshow@cigarmedia.tv. 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This week on The Cigar Authority Dave Garofalo, Mr Jonathan and Chuck Morrison are joined by Maurice Antonius Koks from INTERCIGAR s.a.; Kurt Van Keppel, owner and inventor of the Xikar cutter and the HC Cigar; and the "Blogfather" himself, Jerry Cruz from Stogie Review. It's an all-star lineup of Cigarlebrities right here on The Cigar Authority!

Angry Bill checks in from the LawDog Lounge and reviews a Punch Punch. Bob talks about his visit to the Ybor City Cigar and Heritage Festival where he met up with DogWatch listener Mark Hall from Dayton, Ohio. In addition to being a long-time listener, Mark administers a cigar friendly web site (http://www.tobaccoevents.com/) that lists cigar events for Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and Illinois. The site also includes great articles of interest, product reviews, photos and videos, product offers from local retailers, and smoker-friendly locations. Bob and Dale are planning another live show for New Years Eve! Details coming soon. Check out livestream.com/cigar_radio the new home (maybe) for our live recording sessions and enhanced chat room. You might catch Bob & Dale at 9 pm EST on Fridays as they test the capabilities of their equipment in preparation for the live show on New Years Eve. Cigar of the Week - Art Deco. Developed by Nestor Miranda and rolled in the My Father Cigar factory in Estelli, this cigar is distributed by Miami Cigar and Company. Introduced at the 2010 International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailer convention (IPCPR), this new cigar's blend is 60 percent Nicaraguan Corojo 99 and 40 percent Dominican San Vicente, dual Dominican Criollo '98/Nicaraguan Habano '00 binder, and a dark, oily and aromatic Nicaraguan Corojo '06 wrapper leaf with a triple cap "We wanted to get Pepin out of his comfort zone, which is using Nicaraguan tobacco," said Nestor Miranda. "He accepted the challenge and came out with an amazing blend using 40% Dominican tobacco." Instead of using traditional wooden boxes, the Nestor Miranda Art Deco will be sold in metallic art-deco designed tins with 21 cigars each. The sizes are: Coffee Break / 4.5 x 50 Robusto Grande / 5.5 x 54 Gran Toro / 6 x 60 Dark Side - Romeo y Julieta Churchill First produced in the 1850’s by Alvarez Rodriquez and Jose Garcia, the brand was named after the famous Shakespeare characters. In 1903 the brand was purchased by Jose Rodriquez Fernandez also known as Don Pepin. This was the personal cigar (produced only for him) of Winston Churchill until about 1947. Factory name: Julieta 2 Ring Gauge: 47 Length: 7 inches A true classic that ages well and is best with at least 3 years of age.Also available in an aluminum tube What else have you been smokin' Dale? Padilla Miami Churchill - 7 x 48 - One of the old line made for Padilla by Pepin Garcia, this cigar utilized Corojo tobacco for the wrapper & binder and Criollo for the filler. The cigar has a base of creamy smoothness with cedar, earthiness and leather being the main flavor components. There is also a definitive “Cuban Twang” type of spiciness in the last 3rd which is very nice. Room aroma was surprisingly mild, but on the palette there was plenty of flavor. Vegas Robaina Edicion Regional Canada - 4.3” x 52 Petite Robaina - One of the 2009 ER releases, this cigar has the standard Robaina band with an additional Exclusivo Canada band below it. The factory size is actually a Petite Edmundo. Examples I smoked last year all had a tight draw, so I let a few sit a while. This latest one still was a bit snug in the draw, but very acceptable. Flavors very much like the Famosos, but perhaps a bit smoother. Lots of coffee bean, cocoa and peaty earthiness, with a creamy texture. Good spice in the middle of the cigar, growing to a sharp pepper in the last third. A wonderfully long finish accented by the coffee, but with a vanilla overtone. Thoroughly enjoyed this cigar and will dip in the box again more frequently now! What else have you been smokin' Bob? HC Habano Colorado - Grande 6x60 - Pre-smoke aroma is a sweet barnyard that lures you into the cigar. Although I am not typicaly a fan of 60 ring guage cigars, the aroma from the foot caused me to anxiously cut and light this fat boy. The HC Series is produced for Xikar by famed Cuban blender Jesus Fuego. The Habano Colorado engulfs the smoker in deep chocolates and a hint of sweetness that emphasizes the cigar's finely aged tobaccos. The filler is well packed with a dense ash, as if that really matters. What does matter is that the cigar smokes cool if you are careful with the draw which is gentle with only a slight hint of resistance. This is not a mild cigar but the strength is in the pure tobacco flavors and not borne of nicotine like some of today's macho blends. This is a long, engaging smoke not to be taken lightly or quickly. Just as a fine wine is meant to be savored, this is a cigar best enjoyed slowly - sipped and savored while one reflects on life and the glorious enjoyment of smoking fine cigars and the success of one's favorite sports team. Pardon me while I drift away for a few minutes enjoying this fine cigar. I’m back, reluctantly, from a land where cigar smokers are free to enjoy their passion without oppressive laws or critical disdain from family and friends. But I digress, lets get back to the HC Series from Xikar. I have been smoking this darkly enticing cigar for about an hour now and it still shines through with its complexity shrouded in the simplicity of fine tobacco expertly blended. This is a fine cigar from Xikar and the hands of Jesus Fuego. What's My Band? - #940: Siglo Limited Reserve VII Bob: Another churchill, nice barnyard aroma on the foot. Slightly tannic flavor. November Palio Cutter Contest Winner: Bob Baranek from Weymouth, Mass. won the carbon fiber Palio Cutter. Enter the December contest now to win a burl Palio Cutter. Do you have a Herf Line Review? If you call and leave a cigar review on the herf line and it is played on the show, you will receive a DogWatch Cigar Radio patch! You can reach the Herfline at 321-594-4373 - or cigar.radio on Skype. You can also send email to theshow@cigarmedia.tv. Origin of the term HERF: From Cigar Craig, http://cigarcraig.wordpress.com/2009/09/29/the-origin-of-the-word-herf/ Do you have a suggestion for the unbanded cigar of the week? Every week Bob and Dale include an “unbanded cigar” segment in their show in which they smoke a cigar without any markings and give their honest opinions. Bob then opens a sealed envelope and discovers the cigar’s name and manufacturer. If you have suggestions for the "What's My Band?" segment, please send them to liz@cigarmedia.tv. Thanks to Michael Howe for bumpers and special effects in this show. Music provided by the Figurados from their new album, "Lesson Two," and The Surfonics.

The whole show is Xikar's Havana Collection.  Also owner and founder of  Xikar and HC Kurt Van Keppel sits down with the guys in the first hour.  The Cigar Authority says good by to Mr. Jonathan...Tune in next week to meet Chuck the New producer/director of the show. 

The Cigar of the Week is the HC Series Criollo Lonsdale. One of the more talked about introductions this summer, Xikar brought out their HC Series Cigar Collection in three different blends. The HC Series is blended in partnership with Jesus Fuego. This month we feature the Criollo blend in the 6 x 46 Lonsdale format. Both the wrapper & binder are shade grown Criollo leaf from Nicaragua, with the wrapper having 4 years of aging. The filler blend is Nicaraguan & Honduran tobaccos. Together they deliver a medium bodied smoke with some leather & tea flavors, complimented by some caramel sweetness. A little follow-up on the UPC conversation started last week identifies some manufacturers making it easier on the retailers. Craig Rich joins us from the chat room to ask the hard questions! He interviews us on our own show! Discussion on "body" in a cigar. We try to separate myth from truth! On the Dark Side - Marque - Bolivar, Frontmark - Petite Belicosos Edicion Limitada 2009, Vitola - Petit Pyramid, 52 x 125 mm (4.9") This cigar has the Special Release Bolivar band (the word Cuba underneath the word Habana in the center) as well as the second gold & black Edicion Limitada band. The are packaged in dress boxes of 25 cigars. Also, the passing of of the former director of Cubatabaco, Fransisco Padron. What Else have the DWCR guys been smokin'? Avalon 38, Oliva Series O Torpedo, Gurkha Centenary Blend Liga C-10 Micro Batch, J Sanchez y Gomez Herencia, Padron 1964, Cu Avana Intenso. Congratulations to Tony Matsura, this week's winner of a one year subscription to European Cigar Cult Journal! What's My Band? Bob smokes an Arganese Nicaragua Corona, Dale smokes a Gran Habanos 3 Siglos. Opening theme music provided by 25 Smokin' Figurados from their album Divine Spirits, Holy Smoke. Closing theme Longboard Cowboy provided by The Surfonics.

The Cigar of the Week is the Occidental Reserve Natural Torpedo. Frank Herrera of CigarLaw joins us to discuss the fallout from the recent FDA rulings on flavored cigarettes. We play an interview excerpt with Chris McCalla of the IPCPR. Altadis closing down the HavaTampa factory. Congratulations to Anthony Young, winner of this month's Palio cigar cutter contest! Bob learns about good cigar lounges, makes new friends and smokes a bunch of new sticks in Atlanta! What's my Band? Dale smokes an Oliva Serie G, Bob smokes a Gran Habano Habano #3 Robusto. Angry Bill gives us another great herfline review of a few cigars. On the Dark Side - Montecristo No. 1, box code LSM Sep 07. What Else have the DWCR guys been smokin'? Primer Mundo, Cubao No. 1, HC from Xikar, Rocky Patel Edge Maduro, Oliva Serie V maduro, Illusione 88, Tatuaje Triunfadore, La Aroma Special Edicion. Vic Evans is this week's winner of a one year subscription to European Cigar Cult Journal! Opening theme music provided by 25 Smokin' Figurados from their album Divine Spirits, Holy Smoke. Closing theme Longboard Cowboy provided by The Surfonics.