There is a story behind this. Each month, I strive to put the spotlight on a major talent in our industry by sending out a five-pack of either custom blends or vitolas or limited runs by some of the greatest cigar makers of our time. 2023 has kicked off that way with blends like the […]
One of the most iconic blends from Oveja Negra is the Black Label Trading Company Last Rites. This happens to be also one of my favorite blends. This cigar encompasses many things I love about the brand and Nicaraguan tobacco. It’s rich, it’s dark, and it is packed with flavor. If anyone has smoked Black […]
So last week, when I wrote an introduction to this month’s society subscription cigar, some of the info was purposely left out, or should I say, purposely teased. However, I wanted to give a more in-depth introduction to this cigar. As I mentioned, our March release is called “A Fistful of Smoke.” This is a […]
The time has come, finally. It is no secret that at OGT Cigars, we are fans of Aganorsa Leaf tobacco and the company’s creations each year. Even if the cigar itself doesn’t bear the name Aganorsa Leaf on it, some favorite companies use Aganorsa tobacco to create masterpieces. However, amongst the various limited cigars that […]
There are many cigars we test or have blended to be a potential drop for the OGT Cigar Society subscription. What is the membership? It is designed to offer elevated experiences to the cigar smoker, seasoned and novice alike. It’s taking the spotlight and shining it on the talent and passion of the craft of […]
The bitterroot river is one of the best fly fishing spots in West Montana. It is also the name of Big Sky Cigars’ Habano. Big Sky has two Habanos from their portfolio, the Madison and Bitterroot. Bitterroot is a 6×54 Nicaraguan beauty with a kick of strength while maintaining an excellent balance of flavor. Don’t […]
Monsters, folklore, and black pepper. What do these three things have in common? If you say the Big Sky Cryptid 5×60 then you are right on the money. Not exactly a limited cigar; however, the ferocity of how quickly these cigars get picked up might as well make it limited. Big Sky cigars is a […]
The strength of the Corojo 99 leaf. Aganorsa Leaf cigars have an entire portfolio that displays the singularity of Nicaraguan tobacco. Using the specially grown Corojo 99, Criollo 98, and the Newly produced Corojo 2012 leaves, Aganorsa has created a much-coveted tobacco supply. Aganorsa is one of the biggest tobacco suppliers in the world, certainly […]
Who invented the concept of Cigar of the year? Was it CA’s magazine? They certainly made it more mainstream. But no, that credit belongs to a gentleman from New Hampshire. Mr. Dave Garofalo of Two Guys Smoke Shop and the ever-popular podcast, the Cigar Authority. Over thirty years ago, he created the idea of an […]
Winter is not coming; it has arrived. Usually, my palate turns to darker cigars to stand up to the cold. Here in Oak Glen, we get all four seasons: the scorching heat, the golden leaves of fall, the spring showers, and, yes, even the winter snow. Whether it is the pipe or cigars, I usually […]