Many visitors to Cuba purchase cigars as souvenirs but wind up disappointed when they learn their purchases are fakes. Kevin and Julian from Victory Cigars share their expert knowledge on how to distinguish the fakes from authentic Cuban cigars. This information is useful for travelers to any foreign country because while many knock-off cigars are…
Author: Steven Samblis
Cigar Basics
Three Main Cigar Components While there can be an overwhelming amount of information to know about cigars, any good cigar education begins with understanding the three main components of any cigar: Filler: The blend of tobacco leaves that makes up the body of the cigar and contributes to its general taste Binder: The leaf that…
FDA Extends Commenting Period For Premium Cigars
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is giving premium cigar smokers more time. This morning, the government agency announced that it is extending the public commenting period pertaining to the regulation of the premium cigar industry by 30 days. The new deadline to submit a comment to the FDA is now July 25. (Click here…