For millions of men and women, it’s the ultimate pleasure . . . From private parties to hip bars to posh gentlemen’s clubs, cigar smoking has become an eight billion dollar global pastime. But, like wine, a fine cigar requires dedicated study and tasting. Here’s the only comprehensive book on the subject, featuring all the information that novice and veteran cigar aficionados need. • New handy 6x9 format • Completely updated with the latest brands, product lines, and accessories • Features web-related cost-cutting tips • Step–by–step instructions for getting the most out of a cigar

SMOKE A CIGAR by J. Matthew Wright - REVISED SECOND EDITION - CIGAR TIPS FOR BEGINNERS * * * * * With the exciting renaissance of cigar smoking, every novice cigar smoker needs this game-changing guide. It will bring you quickly up to speed to help you become an instant cigar connoisseur who reaps maximum enjoyment from cigar smoking. This book begins with a brief history of cigars and then goes on to explain the parts of a cigar, the construction of a quality cigar and the differences among various types of cigars. From there, the book delves into the cigar connoisseur's most closely guarded secrets, including: * How to properly select a cigar so you'll never be disappointed again * How to correctly cut, light, and burn cigars to optimize flavor and taste * How to store and age cigars to prevent deterioration and enhance flavor * How to impress everyone with your classy cigar etiquette * How to end your search for the Holy Grail and acquire Cuban cigars legally * How to ensure that your cigar gift for a new smoker is a hit * How to distinguish a fake Cuban cigar from the real thing * How to treat infested cigars and salvage your investment * How to increase your cigar smoking pleasure and telegraph your sophistication by choosing the best cigar accessories, including ashtrays, cutters, lighters and humidors ...and much, much more. The cigar aficionado knows that sophistication resides in the details, as does the enhancement of smoking pleasure. Written for the beginner cigar smoker, this incisive book cuts to the chase, providing all the information you really need to impress your friends and colleagues and extract every last ounce of pleasure from your cigar smoking experience. Scroll up ... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver this ebook almost instantly to your Kindle or other reading device.

Approximately 10 million Americans smoke cigars today, while cigar bars are popping everywhere. This book is for those who are about to join the latest craze. Features concise guidelines on how cigars are rated today, a run-down of the popular brands, and an overview of the new labels appearing on the market. Readers learn about the different cigar colors, sizes and shapes, and get tips on choosing quality cigars for a good price. Features tips on how to clip, light, and smoke a cigar and even how to deal with an uneven burning cigar.

You might not know a Cohiba from a Corona. You might think a "hot" smoke is cool. You might even think biting the end off a five dollar Churchill is acceptable. But if you want to be a true student of the art of cigar smoking, you need The Cigar Enthusiast. And it is an art -- like a fine wine, a hand-rolled cigar was created to be appreciated. The Cigar Enthusiast will tell you everything you need to know: from choosing the cigar that suits you best, to stocking a humidor, to lighting up. And soon -- as your appreciation and knowledge grow -- vice will turn to virtue. Smoking a cigar will be more than just a cocktail fascination. It will be a life-long passion. The Cigar Enthusiast also includes: - a comprehensive rating guide the history of cigars what makes one tobacco better than another - the "mystique" (and myths) of Cubans - timeless smoking rituals

When it comes to a handcrafted product such as cigars it’s important to recognize key factors to enjoy them, no matter if you’re an aficionado or new to the cigar smoking experience. Mentality is essential to the cigar smoking experience because in order to experience its quality one must be free of stress, worry and the anticipation of things. Rather, be in the moment seeking a complementary pairing with a fine cigar. Environment is also key to enhancing the smoking experience. Rather a lounge, home, or outdoors, whatever makes your experience comfortable is what’s best, just as taste differs when selecting and smoking a cigar. In this guide are fundamentals of selecting cigars but also how to cut, light and store them for future use. Not to mention some history and terminology to get even the most novice smoker familiar in selection as well as conversation.

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First published in 1993, The Ultimate Cigar Book has become a classic in its field, and is generally credited with having helped launch the current cigar smoking craze. It has been reprinted numerous times in the United States, and is now sold worldwide. No other book contains as much detailed and factual information on virtually every facet of cigar making and cigar smoking. And now this trendsetting been has been revised in this fourth edition for the aficionado of the future! Forget 1492. This book starts out in B. C. (Before Columbus) and transports the cigar enthusiast on a fun and fact-filled adventure into virtually every realm of today’s popular and growing cigar smoking pastime. Written by one of the most knowledgeable and internationally-celebrated pipe and cigar authors of our time, Richard Carleton Hacker’s well-known wit and wisdom will keep the reader enthralled with every turn of the page, as he takes you on an information-packed would tour of cigars. Starting off with a history of cigar smoking, the author then shows us how cigars are made today (handmade, handrolled, and machine made), divulges the secrets of finding the “perfect” cigar, and discusses the ritual of smoking and how to properly care for and store our cigars. From there the book lists a number of innovative cigar accessories, suggests which beers, wines, whiskeys, brandies, and cognacs go with what cigars, enlightens us with a chapter on cigar smoking celebrities, and concludes with the world’s first International Compendium of virtually every cigar brand known today, complete with histories and observations on taste, according to the author’s HPH (Highly Prejudiced Hacker-Scale) ratings. If that was not enough, there is even a dictionary of CigarSpeak! The Ultimate Cigar Book is the most comprehensive, factual, and up-to-date book for the cigar smoker or for those who just want to learn more about the fascinating and popular world of cigar smoking.

This Title Is Aimed At Both The Cigar Novice And The Aficionado. Arranged Into Four Chapters, The Book Provides A General History And Overview Of Tobacco And Cigars, Its Discovery By Columbus, Today'S Cigar-Producing Countries As Well As An Indepth Look A

The Cigar Companion is the perfect study-side guide to unlocking the delicate intricacies and delicious undertones of handmade cigars—including the history of cigars, a buyer's guide, and profiles of 70 current top brands of quality cigars complemented by full-color photographs. Much more sophisticated than their slimmer, machine-made counterparts, a good cigar offers a certain levity and celebration. Often compared with fine wine, the way that good cigar products are made and the quality of the ingredients are reflected in the flavor of the final product. The rich history of enjoying cigars has seen many changes, yet hand rolling remains a valued practice among cigar aficionados—there are just some things that machines cannot copy. The time-treasured practice of harvesting, drying, and curing the leaveshas a deep traditional background and has shown innovative developments that offer new experiences to cigar smokers. There are many different ways to make cigars, and even more ways to discern its quality once it is in the hands of the consumer. If you're curious about any aspect of cigar culture, The Cigar Companion covers: The origin story of cigars A cigar directory of fan favorites Best practices for buying cigars Storage techniques for maximum preservation Directory of reputable cigar merchants to get you started A comprehensive directory of every brand of cigar, this book lists all the major brands, such as Havana and Dominican, as well as many lesser-known brands. Information on origin, smoking qualities, flavor and aroma, and buying and storing fine cigars is included. Consider The Cigar Companion your invitation into the fascinating world of cigars.