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4 Thick Cuban Cigars That You Should Try

4 Thick Cuban Cigars That You Should Try

Thick Cuban Cigars have been rising in popularity over the years - and it shows no signs of stopping. It’s hard to imagine that about a decade or two ago, having ring gauges over 52 were only made by the select-few cigar makers. Now, thick cigars are being made and...
International Coffee Day: The Best Cuban Cigars to Pair with Coffee

International Coffee Day: The Best Cuban Cigars to Pair with Coffee

Today is a very special day aficionados. Today is the day that we celebrate our love to the thing that gets us out of bed in the morning. The thing that makes our day great and productive. That thing is Coffee. Yes, aficionados, it is International Coffee Day. We can...
Montecristo A Giveaway: Celebrating 100k+ Views

Montecristo A Giveaway: Celebrating 100k+ Views

To our delight, the EGM Cigars blog has reached over 100,000 views! Since we started our blog in January of 2018, we have managed to rack up a portfolio of articles about all things cigars - from the latest news to inside knowledge - aficionados can refresh their cigar expertise through our written...
Martin Scorsese's 'The Irishman'

Martin Scorsese's 'The Irishman'

Today marks the premiere of a long, anticipated film release. That film is Martin Scorsese’s latest motion picture: ‘The Irishman’. The Hollywood-star line-up is more than enough to convince you that you need to see this movie. Stars include Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci – the men who have...
Are Aged Cigars Better? Here are the Facts

Are Aged Cigars Better? Here are the Facts

You have probably heard among expert cigar aficionados that ageing Cuban cigars significantly improves your cigar - but is it true? Before you find out, it is essential to distinguish the difference between storing and ageing cigars. Yes, it is customary to keep cigars in humidors so they remain fresh -...
4 Top Tips for Cigar Beginners

4 Top Tips for Cigar Beginners

The world of Cuban cigars is so vast; we can imagine that it may be daunting for people who are wanting to start out. No one should be held back by fear or uncertainty – this is why we thought we would help anyone who finds themselves in this situation. Today we’re...
How to Stop Your Cigar From Tasting Bitter

How to Stop Your Cigar From Tasting Bitter

Aficionados, do you ever find that your Cuban cigar tastes awfully bitter? Much of the time, you can head straight to the assumption that you simply don't like the cigar. However, did you know, sometimes it's not the cigar itself - but the way you handle it? There are various ways you could...
Exciting New Products - Rare & Limited

Exciting New Products - Rare & Limited

Today, we come bearing good news for all you aficionados! We are thrilled to announce that we have some new products on our Cuban cigar shop. These Cuban cigars are rare and limited, so it will come as no surprise if they fly off the shelf! Now, without further ado, we bring to...
4 Cigars to Try This Fall

4 Cigars to Try This Fall

September is almost over, which means one thing… the Fall season is approaching! This time of year is perfect for cosying up by an open fire, with a cup of coffee (or whiskey) in one hand and a flavoursome smoke in the other. Fall is a season of which you...
How to Organise Your Cigar Collection

How to Organise Your Cigar Collection

It is every aficionado’s dream to keep a collection of Cuban cigars that they can easily access when needed. Like a wardrobe, you need different pieces for different occasions. Wouldn't it be more efficient to easily locate your cigars from your cupboard or humidor? This is why cigar organisation is very...
Can You Revive a Dried-Out Cigar?

Can You Revive a Dried-Out Cigar?

If you read our article about The Importance of Humidity in storing Cuban cigars, you’ll know that it’s a crucial part in the longevity and maintenance of your cigar. Often enough aficionados encounter a cigar, which is devastatingly dry. Many may ask themselves the question – what do I do now? Do I...
EGM Style Mentors: An Interview with Franco Mazzetti (and his Cigar Picks!)

EGM Style Mentors: An Interview with Franco Mazzetti (and his Cigar Picks!)

EGM STYLE MENTORS Throughout our travels across countries and continents, we have encountered many extraordinary individuals who are passionate and talented in their own respective craft – and who also share the same love for all things Cuban Cigars. We decided to create a monthly series called ‘EGM Style Mentors’...
Cohiba Cigars: Banned in Brazil

Cohiba Cigars: Banned in Brazil

It’s pretty safe to say that most aficionados will agree with us when we say Cohiba is one of the best Cuban cigar brands in the world. It’s one of the most highly sought after brands from our Cuban cigar shop. So, you can imagine the horror that our Brazilian friends must’ve felt when they...
6 Interesting Facts About Tobacco that You Should Know!

6 Interesting Facts About Tobacco that You Should Know!

As you aficionados know, the main ingredient of your beloved Cuban Cigars is tobacco. It is one of the most profitable plants in the world! Just think about the many cigar aficionados who smoke it almost daily, including us.  So, sit back and educate yourself on some interesting facts on our beloved...
How to Store Cigars: The Importance of Humidity

How to Store Cigars: The Importance of Humidity

We’re sure that all Cuban cigar connoisseurs will know that humidity and temperature play a crucial part in the longevity and maintenance of a cigar. We’re also sure that you will all know the struggles of maintaining the perfect storage conditions for your smokes. The 70/70 rule is well-known in...