Cigar Federation

Sharing Our Pairings 185 - EP Carrillo Encore

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:44:46 -0500

Tripp and Denis are back from the DR and are smoking Cigar Aficionado's Number One Cigar of 2018, the EP Carrillo Encore!

CigarChat - Southern Draw IGNITE with Robert Holt

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:52:01 -0500

In this episode, we talk to Robert Holt from Southern Draw Cigars about their "Ignite Some Good" charitable project!

Sharing Our Pairings 150 - Davidoff Year of The Snake

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 13:04:00 -0500

We're BACK FedHeads!

Sorry for the long delay in getting new episodes uploaded, things have been crazy here, but we're working on getting it back on track now.

This is our 150th episode, so to celebrate, we'll be going high-falutin' with the Davidoff Year of the Snake, and a couple of special whiskeys!

And join the FedHeads Facebook group here for sweeeeet giveaways: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1762322743862256/

Sharing Our Pairings 149 - Saga Blend No. 7

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 16:34:19 -0500

This week, Tripp and Denis try out the Blend No. 7 from Saga Cigars and find out how it pairs!

Sharing Our Pairings 148 - Into The Eye of The SHARK

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 16:16:40 -0500

In this episode, Tripp and Denis smoke Cigar Aficionado's number one cigar of 2017, the Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Eye of The Shark, Pairing it with American Whiskey, Scotch, Rum, and a couple of beers!

Sharing Our Pairings 147 - Warfighter 7.62 Garrison

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 12:10:48 -0500

I this episode, John "Cigar Surgeon" McTavish returns to guest co-host! Tripp and John are each pairing a couple of Scotches and a rum with the Warfighter 7.62 Garrison Edition.

Cigar Chat Rountable - April 2018 Edition

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:48:07 -0500

Tripp and Jason sit down to talk about the news in the industry for April and the new cigar releases for the month

Sharing Our Pairings 146 - Atabey Lancero with Barry Stein and Cigar Surgeon

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:46:20 -0500

Guest hosts John "Cigar Surgeon" McTavish from Developing Palates a Barry Stein from The Cigar Authority join Tripp to pair the Atabay Spiritus Lancero with spirits from around the world including Wiggly Bridge Bourbon from Maine, Hudson Baby Bourbon from New York, a pair of Ardbeg's and more!

Sharing Our Pairings 145 - Ohana Pulse Maduro

Sun, 27 May 2018 21:04:02 -0500

Tripp and Denis try out the Ohana Pulse Maduro, and find out how it pairs with beers and bourbons!

Buy the Ohana Pulse Maduro from show sponsor Cigar Federation Store here: https://store.cigarfederation.com/collections/ohana-cigars/products/ohana-pulse-maduro?variant=19505121541

CigarChat Roundtable - March Madness Edition

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 11:50:46 -0500

Tripp, Denis, and Jason recap March Madness and answer some viewer questions!

Sharing Our Pairings 144 - Black Works Serpents and Rainbows

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 11:48:54 -0500

In this episode, Tripp and Denis try a few pairings with the S&R from Black Works Studio.

Sharing Our Pairings 143 - Villiger La Vencedora

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 11:44:29 -0500

Tripp and Denis try pairing with the Villiger La Vencedora with Jack Daniels Gentleman Jack and a couple of other beverages.

CigarChat - News Of The Week Edition - March 2018

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 11:45:49 -0500

Tripp and Jason talk about some of the recent news in the world of cigars, and spend some time answering some viewer questions!

Sharing Our Pairings 142 - AVO Ritmo With Gin

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 11:02:18 -0500

Tripp and Denis finally found a cigar that pairs well with gin, the AVO Ritmo South America. Tripp goes with a trio of West-Coast American gins, 2 of which spent a little time in a barrel, while Denis brings a couple European bottles to the table.

If you haven't already, there are still a couple days left to enter our AVO giveaway: http://cigarfederation.com/page/avo-giveaway

CigarChat - AVO Cigars, plus a contest!

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 15:37:22 -0500

This week, Scott Kolesaire joins us to talk about the 30th anniversary of AVO Cigars, and the year-long celebration they've got planned for 2018.

In addition to the show, we're giving away(For $.99 each) some awesome prizes from AVO, you can learn more here: http://cigarfederation.com/page/avo-giveaway

Sharing Our Pairings 141 - Partagas Secret Upcoming Blend!

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:48 -0500

While at ProCigar, Tripp and Denis were given a new Partagas from General Cigar Company, but they don't have any of the blend details, even the name of the cigar.

Grab a cigar and a drink, have a seat, and find out what Tripp and Denis think of the upcoming mystery Partagas!

Sharing Our Pairings 140 - La Barba Purple with Tony Bellatto

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:49:35 -0500

This week on Sharing Our Pairings, Denis and Tripp are joined by Tony Bellatto, Owner of La Barba Cigars to pair the La Barba Purple with wine. Tony is a BIT of a wine expert, and teaches the Wine Dummies a thing or two about what they're drinking.

Sharing Our Pairings 139 - La Flor Dominicana La Volcada

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:47:09 -0500

La Volcada is the latest release from La Flor Dominicana, with a Mexican San Andres wrapper, Ecuadorian Corojo binder, and filler tobaccos from the LFD farm in the Dominican Republic. Find out what Tripp and Denis thought!

CigarChat - Tony Bellatto, Owner of La Barba Cigars

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 20:35:36 -0500

This week, we talk to Tony Bellatto about what's going on over at La Barba Cigars.

Sharing Our Pairings 138 - Debonaire Maduro and ProCigar Recap

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 02:53:09 -0500

Fresh off their trip to the Debonaire House in Santiago, Dominican Republic, Tripp and Denis recap their experience at ProCigar while pairing the Debonaire Maduro with Debonaire Rum and a couple of beers.

As promised during the episode, here are some of Tripp's pictures from the week:

Day 1: https://photos.app.goo.gl/WTPTTDtYxyFh9Bk92

Day 2 - Reyes Farm: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Eota2tXYW55w17dW2

Day 2 - Reyes Factory: https://photos.app.goo.gl/iXrB4CwfiRQXce0B2

Day 2 - Dinner Party: https://photos.app.goo.gl/2p8WtTTpcHeOkeBr2

Day 3 - Private Reyes Farm Tour: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3ULAM4FyF6ZACsph1

Day 3 - Machine Mades at Reyes Factory: https://photos.app.goo.gl/LT3bKErLblAdOkUa2

Day 3 - White Party: https://photos.app.goo.gl/5lHrjZBlemiyLNJu1

Day 4 - Reyes Factory Private Tour: https://photos.app.goo.gl/A3qOiqcyQbIKZzqB3

Day 4 - Gala Dinner: https://photos.app.goo.gl/yY7peVSnbPYZdhAS2

Blending at the Factory:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Um43II7XmUNWjeab2

The Debonaire House: https://photos.app.goo.gl/JThh9W0aBypAfniC3

CigarChat - Providencia Cigars

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 15:09:00 -0500

Tripp and Jason are joined by Jim and Raymond to talk about the incredible story that brought Providencia Cigars into existence. We're also giving away a couple of Providencia 3-packs, so listen to the podcast for instructions!

Sharing Our Pairings 137 - Crux Guild

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 13:42:34 -0500

Tripp and Denis check out the Crux Guild!

Sharing Our Pairings 135 - La Aurora ADN Dominicano

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:28:03 -0500

Denis and Tripp deal with technical difficulties, and smoke the La Aurora ADN Dominicano!

Sharing Our Pairings 136 - La Gloria Cubana Colección Reserva

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:21:01 -0500

Join Tripp and Denis to smoke the Colección Reserva from La Gloria Cubana. Learn the story behind the cigar, and find out how it pairs!

CigarChat - David Blanco from Blanco Cigars

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 14:01:04 -0500

David Blanco joins us to talk about the relatively short(For a cigar company) but storied history of Blanco cigars, and how they got to be where they are.

Sharing Our Pairings 134 - Espinosa Murciélago with Hector Alfonso and Cigar Surgeon

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 12:12:04 -0500

The bat is back! Hector Alfonso from Espinosa Cigars, and John The "Cigar Surgeon" join us to pair the new Murciélago made by A.J. Fernandez for Espinosa Cigars with several beers, and shenanigans ensue!

CigarChat - Hector Alfonso from Espinosa Cigars

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 21:15:02 -0500

This week, we're talking to Hector Alfonso, Master Blender for Espinosa Cigars and the La Zona factory. We talk about the spectacular run that La Zona had at this year's "Award Season", and get a couple hints about what to expect from Espinosa in 2018.

Sharing Our Pairings 133 - My Father The Judge

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 15:07:41 -0500

Tripp paired The Judge Toro Fino with:
Nectar Creek - Waggle Wildflower Session Mead
Feckin Irish Brewing Co - Feckin De Los Muertos
Havana Club 7 Años

Denis decided to pair The Judge Toro Fini with a beers from Carton Brewing in New Jersey.

Sharing Our Pairings 132 - Camacho Nicaraguan Barrel Aged

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 14:39:08 -0500

Tripp and Denis find out how the latest cigar in the Camacho Barrel Aged series pairs with different beers, scotches, and rums.

Cigar Chat - Cigar Federation Top 25 of 2017

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:32:33 -0500

We revealed our Top 25 a couple weeks ago, but wanted to give any podcast listeners who don't read CigarFederation.com a chance to find out what we thought. In this episode, we go over our Top 25 cigars of 2017 and explain why each cigar made the cut.

Sharing Our Pairings 130 - Foundation Coffee with Nick Melillo and Logan

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:29:22 -0500

Tripp and Denis try to pair the Wiseman Maduro from Foundation with the Wiseman coffee from Layne Coffee(Logan's coffee company), while Logan teaches us about how to make our coffee better.

Tripp forgot to hit the record button, but luckily, you only missed about 3 minutes. Enjoy!

Sharing Our Parings 131 - Tripp's Cigar Safari Blend

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 16:54:42 -0500

Tripp and Denis smoke Tripp's Cigar Safari blend from the 2017 Cigar Federation Cigar Safari, to find out whether or not Tripp is a blending genius!

Cigar Chat - Terence Reilly from Casa Fernandez

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 16:50:02 -0500

Terence joins us to talk about his new position at Casa Fernandez, and explains the relationship between Casa Fernandez and Aganorsa tobacco.

Sharing Our Pairings 129 - Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder with Robert Holt

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 12:45:33 -0500

In this episode, Robert Holt from Southern Draw Cigars joins Tripp and Denis to pair his latest release, the Jacob's Ladder with some wintery beers.

Cigar Chat - Warfighter Tobacco Company

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 22:56:45 -0500

Bonus Episodes! Because of the technical issues that persisted for a couple of weeks, We're wishing all you FedHeads a Merry Christmas with FOUR episodes in one weekend to catch up!

In this episode, Tripp and Jason talk to Scott and Jon, two of the six veterans behind Warfighter Tobacco Company.

Sharing Our Pairings 128 - Tatuaje Michael

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 22:43:59 -0500

Hey FedHeads, sorry for the delay in getting the last few episodes up. There was a bug in the latest version of our recording software that caused someproblems with the audio and video. But now we're back!

This week, Denis and Tripp are smoking the latest Monster from Tatuaje, the Michael.

Cigar Chat - Eddy Guerra from Gurkha Cigars

Sat, 18 Nov 2017 11:10:40 -0500

Eddy joins us from Gurkha Cigars to talk about the new offerings from Gurkha this year, and suggests the best Gurkhas for every palate.

Sharing Our Pairings 127 - My Father Le BIjou and Stouts

Sat, 18 Nov 2017 11:09:05 -0500

Tripp and Jason find out how a few different stouts pair with the My Father Le Bijou 1922. Apologies for the disconnection that cut the show a little shorter than usual.

Cigar Chat - Nicholas Melillo from Foundation Cigar Company

Sat, 11 Nov 2017 22:25:37 -0500

We talk to Nick Melillo about everything from his early days at Drew Estate to his latest release, the Highclere Castle.

Sharing Our Pairings 126 - RobbyRas from Mombacho

Sat, 11 Nov 2017 22:20:37 -0500

RobbyRas joins us to find out what beers pair best with the Mombacho Tierra Volcan.

Cigar Review - Probable Cause Lancero

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon sits down to review the Probable Cause box pressed lancero from Cubariqueno Cigar Company.

Cigar Review - Davidoff Late Hour Robusto

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon sits down with the Davidoff Late Hour Robusto.

Cigar Chat - Brady Hayek from Jeremy Jack Cigars

Sat, 28 Oct 2017 10:54:52 -0500

Tripp and Jason talk to Brady Hayek from Jeremy Jack Cigars about how he got into the industry, and how he got involved with TABSA/Casa Fernandez

Sharing Our Pairings 125 - Jeremy Jack Libelula

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 12:49:16 -0500

Tripp and Denis find out how the Jeremy Jack Libelula pairs with a few craft beers, and a whiskey.

Cigar Chat Episode 260 - Juan Martinez from Joya de Nicaragua Cigars

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 11:13:46 -0500

Tripp and Jason talk with Juan Martinez about what's new for Joya de Nicaragua, including the Joya Family, and the new Antaño Gran Reserva

Sharing Our Pairings 124 - Celebrating Oktoberfest with Terence Reilly from Quesada

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 12:24:10 -0500

Tripp and Denis welcome special guest Terence Reilly from Quesada Cigars for our annual Quesada Oktoberfest and Oktoberfest-style beer pairing.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 123 - Undercrown Sungrown and Craft Beer

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 13:06:27 -0500

Tripp sits down with guest host Denis to pair the new Undercrown Sungrown from Drew Estate with some craft beers.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 122 - Atabey and Farewell Surgeon

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Tripp sits down with Surgeon as they bid Surgeon farewell from Cigar Federation duties. They pair the extremely limited Selected Tobacco Atabey Misticos.

Tripp is pairing with:

Ron Santiago de Cuba
Zafra Master Reserve
Fremont B-Bomb

Surgeon is pairing with:

Blonde Ale - Common Crown Brewing Co.
The Hakushu 12 Japanese Whisky - Suntory
Raftman Smoked Ale - Unibroue
Taketsuru 21 Pure Malt Japanese Whisky - Nikka Whisky

Cigar Chat Episode 259 - Fabien Zeigler with Drew Estate

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Tripp and Jason sit down with Drew Estate's "Dirty" Fabien Zeigler to discuss all things non-traditional.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 121 - Joya de Nicaragua Gran Reserva

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Tripp and special co-host Matt sit down to pair the new Antaño 1970 Gran Reserva from Joya de Nicaragua with beer.

Tripp is pairing a JdN Antaño 1970 Gran Reserva Belicoso with:

Blood Orange Gose - Anderson Valley Brewing Co.
What Rough Beast - Breakside Brewery
Freakcake - Crux Fermentation Project

CigarChat Episode 258 - Jeff Borysiewicz Corona Cigar Company and Florida Sun Grown

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Tripp and Surgeon sit down with Jeff Borysiewicz to talk about his Florida tobacco farm. Jeff anwers audience questions, talks about his history in retail and the Corona Cigar Co. stores.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 120 - Warfighter Tobacco

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to pair with the 5.56 Garrison from Warfighter Tobacco. Surgeon begins his farewall Cigar Federation tour.

Surgeon is pairing a 5.56 Garrison Toro from Warfighter Tobacco with:

Glenrothes 1975
Cadenhead Small Batch Tamdhu-Glenlivet 24
Aberfeldy 21

Tripp is pairing a Warfighter 5.56 Garrison Toro with:

Glenrothes 1988
Glengoyne Cask Strength
Ron Cubay 10 Year

CigarChat Episode 257 - Phil Zanghi of Debonaire Cigars

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 03:59:00 -0500

Tripp is joined by guest co-host Jason as they sit down with Phil Zanghi of Debonaire Cigars. They talk cigars, tobacco, and of course boxing.

CigarChat Episode 256 - James Brown with Black Label Trading Company

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with James Brown from Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio. We apologize to our listeners. Unfortunately we had some audio issues on this episode, which improve around the 8 minute mark.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 119 - Bishops Blend

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to pair with the Bishops Blend from Black Works Studio, a division of Black Label Trading Company.

Surgeon is pairing a Bishops Blend Corona Larga with:

Centenario 18 Rum by Flor de Cana
Seigneuriale Belgian Style Brown Ale - Unibroue
Strange than Fiction - Collective Arts Brewing

Tripp is pairing a Bishop's Blend from Black Label Trading Company with:

The Barista - Clown Shoes Beer
Ardbeg 10
Legendario - Elixer de Cuba

CigarChat Episode 255 - Hand Rolled Movie

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with the folks behind Hand Rolled: A Film About Cigars to talk about their upcoming film.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 118 - Camacho Imperial Stout Barrel Aged

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to pair with the Camacho Imperial Stout Barrel Aged from Cigar Dojo.

Surgeon is pairing an Imperial Stout Barrel-Aged by Camacho with:

Voltage Espresso Stout - Hoyne Brewing
Ichorous Imperial Stout - Blindman Brewing
Ten FIDY Imperial Stout - Oskar Blues Brewery

Tripp is pairing a Imperial Stout Barrel-Aged by Camacho with:

S'more Stout - Base Camp Brewing
Barrel Aged Ten Fidy - Oskar Blues Brewery
City Of The Dead - Modern Times Beer

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 117 - Gurkha Heritage Maduro

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to pair the Gurkha Heritage Maduro.

Surgeon is pairing a Gurkha Heritage Maduro Robusto with:
Small Barrel Bourbon Whiskey - Wiggly Bridge Distillery
Indian Single Malt Whisky - Amrut
Intermediate Sherry Single Malt Whisky - Amrut

Tripp is pairing a Gurkha Heritage Maduro Robusto with:
Master Reserve 21- Zafra
Cavatica Stout - Fort George Brewing
Booker's Bourbon

CigarChat Episode 254 - General Cigar New York and Connecticut Trip

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp are back from their General Cigar Co. trip to New York and Connecticut. They'll be talking about the experience and what they learned.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 116 Vegas Cubanas by Don Pepin Garcia

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Some technical issues with this episode, the first part of the episode was lost and unrecoverable.

Tripp welcomes special guest co-host Jason as they sit down with Barry Stein and the recently re-launched Vegas Cubanas by Don Pepin Garcia.

Tripp is pairing a Don Pepin Garcia Vegas Cubanas Corona with:

Wiggly Bridge Small Barrel Bourbon
Full Sail Hop Shooter IPA
Brugal 1888 14 Year Dominican Rum

Jason is pairing a Don Pepin Garcia Vegas Cubanas Toro with:

Crater Lake Spirits Rye Whiskey
Breakside Brewery Pilsner
Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bourbon

Barry is pairing a Don Pepin Garcia Vegas Cubanas Corona with:

Kirk & Sweeney Rum
Glenfiddich Project XX

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 115 - Davidoff Late Hour

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with the brand new Davidoff Late Hour.

Surgeon is pairing a Davidoff Late Hour Toro

Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Glenfarclas 2002 The Family Cask
Yoichi 10 Japanese Whisky

Tripp is pairing a Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour Toro with:

Inchgower 1982
Glenfarclas 2002
Glenrothes 1975

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 114 - Neon Tiger

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with this very exclusive cigar from Black Label Trading Company / Black Works Studio. Let's see how the Neon Tiger pairs!

Surgeon is pairing a BLK WKS Studio Neon Tiger with:
Lug-Tread Lagered Ale - Beau's Brewery
Original - Innis & Gunn
Thirsty Beaver Amber Ale - Tree Brewing Co.

Tripp is pairing a BLK WKS Studio Neon Tiger with:
Havana Club Seleccion de Maestros
Ardbeg 10 Year
Dino S'mores - Off Color Brewing

Cigar Review - Southern Draw Rose of Sharon

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon sits down to review the 2017 release from Southern Draw Cigars. The Rose of Sharon is a Connecticut Shade and sure to please a lot of cigar smokers.

CigarChat Episode 253 - IPCPR Recap

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon, Logan, and Tripp sit down to recap their IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas experience. They talk booths, cigars, media events, and weird goings on in Sin City.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Dominion Cigars with Steve Ricker

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:20:52 -0500

Tripp talks with Steve Ricker about their originas as a Canadian cigar company. Steve talks about their journey from the first cigar release, and coming into the US market and being based in Las Vegas. Steve talks about the Dominion Classic which will be launching first in the US. The Dominion Confederation will be launching in Canada to celebrate the 150th anniversary.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 113 - El Gueguense Maduro

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp do a short update on what it's like being back from the IPCPR. They sit down with one of the hot cigars from the show, the El Gueguense Maduro from Foundation Cigar Company.

Surgeon is pairing a El Güegüense Maduro Corona Gorda with:
Nicaraguan Eagle bourbon barrel aged coffee - Layne Coffee
Black Butte XXVII 27th Birthday Reserve, Imperial Porter - Deschutes Brewery
18 Year Old Limited Edition Scotch Whisky, Cask 2003 for Kensington Wine Market - The Arran

Tripp is pairing a El Güegüense Maduro Corona Gorda with:
The Glenlivet 12 Years
Havana Club 7
Frootwood - Founders Brewing

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Selected Tobacco with Nelson Alfonso

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 15:37:01 -0500

Tripp interviews Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco. Nelson talks about the history of Selected Tobacco, and the Atabey, Byron, and Bandolero brands. Nelson also talks about their patented Humitube system, and what makes it unique. They also discuss the gorgeous jars in Atabey, Byron, and Bandolero brands. This year Selected Tobacco had exclusive vitolas available for retailers at the IPCPR in Las Vegas.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Quesada Cigars with Terence Reilly

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 14:22:08 -0500

Tripp interviews Terence Reilly of Quesada Cigars. Terence talks about the core lines, the Casa Magna, the Fonseca and the Quesada cigars. Terence also talks about the latest incarnation of the Quesada Oktoberfest.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Caldwell Cigar Company with Robert Caldwell

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:59:40 -0500

Tripp interviews Robert Caldwell about the new shit, The Hit and Run, a joint effort with Matt Booth. Robert also talks about the tri-llaboration between Robert, Matt and AJ Fernandez available for distribution in September, which should be menagical.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - My Father with Jose Ortega

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:37:58 -0500

Tripp interviews Jose Ortega, VP of sales for My Father Cigars. Jose talks about the Connecticut Shade offering of The Judge, the Flor de Las Antillas, Le Bijou 1922, and the predicate blend Vegas Cubanas. The La Opulencia brand gets national distribution and Jose talks about what makes the blend so special.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Villiger Cigars with Rene Castaneda

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:26:41 -0500

Tripp talks to Rene Castaneda. Rene talks about the La Libertad, the oldest brand in the Villiger portfolio. The Sandoro Connecticut, Claro, and Maduro. Rene also talks about the latest Villiger offering, the La Flor De YnClan, which has been brought back in a Robusto, Torpedo, and Churchill vitola. It incorporates tobacco that is at least 5 years of age. The Villiger 1888 was on display, released at the IPCPR 2016.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - D'Crossier with Santana Diaz

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 11:33:20 -0500

Tripp talks with Santana in the D'Crossier booth about some new packaging launched at the IPCPR and the move to the Dominican Republic for production. The Selection 512 available in sealed cans has been revamped with an updated color scheme and printing. The binder tobacco also gets updated from Costa Rican Sumatra to Piloto Cubano from the DR, available for wide distribution in September. Santana also announces the Selection 512 Maduro available in a brown tin with an updated band, and a new blend featuring a San Andres Negro wrapper. The Golden Blend from 2009 is back with 3 new vitolas.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Fratello with Omar de Frias

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 09:33:51 -0500

Tripp sits down with a very busy Omar de Frias talks about the new celebratory cigar, the Fratello Navetta. Omar also talks about the surprise front page article in the Washington Post.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - EP Carrillo with Jose Blanco

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 09:07:35 -0500

Trip interviews Jose Blanco of EP Carrillo. Jose talks about the 2016 packaging redesign across the brand. Jose talks about the return of the Elencos Don Rubino line. The Encore release should be widely available in early 2018.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Illusione with Dion Giolito

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 17:26:16 -0500

Tripp talks to Dion of Illusione to catch up and see how the IPCPR show is going. Dion talks about his annual Singulare release. He also talks about the packaging redesign on Cruzado and Garagiste. Dion talks about his philosophy of focusing and maintaining the core line of cigars.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Epic Cigars with Dean Parsons

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:23:11 -0500

Tripp sits down with Dean Parsons of Epic Cigars. Dean introduces the Smoking Shields a special blended cigar for the Smoking Shields non-profit organization. Dean talks about the Project E, the San Andres Maduro wrapper with a smokeable band. The Maduro Fuerte which is an extension to the existing Maduro line. The La Rubia had widespread distribution at the end of 2016, introducing a Connecticut Shade wrapped cigar.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Gurkha Cigars with Eddy Guerra

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 15:48:54 -0500

Tripp sits down with Eddy Guerra of Gurkha Cigars. Many of the products showcased at the IPCPR were vintage products being brought back into the market. The Cellar Reserve 12 and 15 available now in tubos, and 3 count boxes. The Royal Challenge is now available in tubos as well.

The 10th Anniversary available as a 1,000 numbered humidor release, each containing 50 cigars, with production out of the new factory in Nicaragua. It will be available as a 6x52 parajeo shape.

The Havana Legenda also returns, available in 4 sizes with an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper.

The Masters Select OVB (Original Vintage Blend) gets a re-release as well, with the original blend, and original box design. Inventory was located of the Aged Cabinet Selection, which originally was limited, and will released in 3,000 boxes as a robusto vitola only.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Blanco Cigar Company with David Blanco

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 14:41:08 -0500

Tripp talks to David Blanco of Blanco Cigar Company. David talks about the Blanco Nine, now with a lancero vitola. The Primos Estates Selection which was voted best value cigar of the year. Liga Exclusiva de Familia Connecticut Shade, and the follow up Pennsylvania Broadleaf maduro version.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Southern Draw Cigars with Robert Holt

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:42:10 -0500

Tripp sits down to talk with Robert Holt of Southern Draw Cigars. Robert has updated all the packaging for the core line, with changes to the colors on the bands and boxes. The Rose of Sharon sold through with the original Easter release, the 2nd release made it's debut at the IPCPR with the updated bands, with a lancero vitola to follow in late fall, early spring. Robert also talks about the Jacobs Ladder, a double ligero and double maduro with Pennsylvania Broadleaf.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Warped Cigars with Kyle Gellis

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:07:08 -0500

Tripp talks to Kyle Gellis of Warped Cigars. Kyle walks us through the Black Honey cigar, and the current lineup. Kyle talks about their new cigar the Serie Grande Reserva 1988 coming in December or January. Tripp and Kyle talk about the Delirio Coffee project and espresso sets.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - La Barba with Tony Bellato

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 10:26:37 -0500

Tripp talks to Tony Bellato about his new packaging and band redesign for the La Barba. Tony also talks about his Viva La Vida wine.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Moya Ruiz Il Ridotto with Nelson and Danny

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 08:40:48 -0500

Moya Ruiz introduces Il Ridotto the "Private Room", which was the first casino in Venice in 1638. Danny talks about the history behind the name, and Nelson talks about the blend including the use of a Brazilian Habano wrapper.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - CAO Amazon Basin with Rick Rodriguez

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:30:37 -0500

Tripp talks to CAO's Rick Rodriguez about some of the new Amazon Basin offerings. There's the new Fuma Em Corda and Anaconda.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad with Ed Lahmann

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 21:17:52 -0500

Tripp talks with Ed Lahmann about the Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Silver. It's a collaboration between General Cigar Company and AJ Fernandez, first started with the La Amistad Gold in 2016.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Mike Szczepankewicz of Powstanie Cigars

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 19:24:41 -0500

Mike explains how and why the two core Powstanie blends, Habano, and Broadleaf came to fruition. Powstanie is also introducing an Imperial Stout beer that was designed to pair with the Powstanie Habano.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Torano Cigars with Jack Torano

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 16:29:28 -0500

Tripp speaks with Jack Torano about the Yellow and Blue Vault series extensions which round out the Vault portfolio.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Partagas with Andres Maturen Maal

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 16:03:40 -0500

Andres Maturen Maal talks about the relaunch of the Partagas 1845, with new blends, packaging, and design. The three lines consist of the Clasico, Extra Fuerte, and Extra Oscuro.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Diesel with Justin Andrews

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 15:32:18 -0500

Tripp talks to Justin Andrews about the Diesel Grind, the most full bodied and full flavoured cigar in the General Cigar Company portfolio specifically for Brick & Mortar stores. It features a Habano wrapper and a three region blend for the fillers.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Macanudo with Steve Abbott

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 15:05:53 -0500

Tripp interviews Steve Abbott, brand manager of Macanudo for General Cigar Company. Steve talks about the Macanudo Orange, White, and Black lines.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Fred Rewey with Nomad Cigar Company

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 05:00:00 -0500

Tripp interviews Fred Rewey who talks about the Five Year Aged Collection celebrating the Fifth Anniversary of Nomad Cigar Company. The Classic Line, a Dominican cigar, which was the companies initial release. The Navigator, and Vagabond in round torpedo and short perfecto vitolas for a roughly 200 box run. The Martial Law is now available for wide distribution. The Fin de los Mundos, translated to End of the Worlds, is also now available for additional distribution.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) Cigars with Francisco Almonte

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:45:00 -0500

Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) introduces their new Amarelo Connecticut Shade line. They also introduced their 42 count humidor with the DBL Maduro cigar for $370 MSRP. The Cigar Baseball Bat is now branded for all MLB teams for $20 MSRP.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Cigar In The Bottle

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:30:00 -0500

Tripp talks to Johnny Soyak of Cigar In The Bottle. Johnny has combined an award winning Grand Pommier XS VSOP Cognac with a Vartan cigar custom blended by Hendrik Kelner of Davidoff. The Cigar In A Bottle has a humidification system that will keep the cigar humidified for up to 10 years!

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Enrique Sanchez with 1502 Cigars

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:15:00 -0500

Tripp talks with Enrique Sanchez of 1502 Cigars about the new 1502 XO Churchill.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Ventura Cigars

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Tripp talks to Ben of Ventura Cigars about their new case study series, featuring overrun and overstock blends from Plasencia, Rocky Patel, Drew Estate, Davidoff, and La Aurora.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas Davidoff Golden Band Awards

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 15:21:04 -0500

Davidoff presents the coveted 2017 Golden Band Awards in the categories of Merchandising, Best Davidoff Growth, Single Location, Multiple Locations, Best Davidoff Performance Single Location, Multiple Locations, Canadian Depositaire Award, and the 2017 Appointed Merchant of the Year.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas Dirty Fabien with non-traditional Drew Estate Cigars

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 14:31:40 -0500

Dirty Fabien from the Drew Estate non-traditional line of cigars. Two new ACiD cigars shipping in August; the Kuba Kuba candela , using the blue infusion from the Kuba Kuba and the Blondie and adding a candela wrapper. The Blondie candela, for a short cigar experience.

Drew Estate introduces their new retail water tower display for the tins, with a 36 tin capacity. The 4x32 tins will now include Undercrown, Undercrown Shade, Undercrown Sun Grown, Liga Privada T52, Liga Privada No. 9, Norteno, Herrera Esteli, Kentucky Fire Cured, and LarutaN.

IPCPR 2017 Cigars For Warriors with Storm Boen and special guest Shorty Rossi

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 14:04:34 -0500

Tripp talks with Storm Boen from Cigars For Warriors. Storm talks about some of the challenges they've faced getting cigars to troops with the new FDA legislation. Special guest Shorty Rossi talks about his November road trip in a 1937 Chevy. He'll be at Stetson Cigars in Harker Heights doing an event for CFW. He'll also be visiting Fort Sam Houston and Fort Hood to pass out cigars to troops.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Juan Martinez of Joya de Nicaragua

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 13:45:48 -0500

Juan talks to us about the Joya and the Legacy brands. They go over some rebranding and how Joya is clarifying there message as they turn 50 years old. Juan describes the reintroduction of the Antano family.

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IPCPR 2017 Phil Zanghi with Debonaire and Indian Motorcycle Cigars

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 13:36:18 -0500

Phil talks to us about the new Connecticut Shade Daybreak from Debonaire, rounding out the Debonaire portfolio. Phil also talks about their packaging redesign and introduces their new Brand Manager Jared Ingrisano.

IPCPR 2017 Willy Herrera on Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve with Drew Estate

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 13:08:37 -0500

Tripp talks to Willy Herrera about the history behind the new Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve. A non-infused traditional cigar that Willy blended with Drew Estate before officially joining Drew Estate.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Erik Espinosa from Espinosa Cigars

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 12:49:19 -0500

Logan sits down with Erik to discuss the new releases, the Murcielago's re-release from A.J's factory, and um, then discuss a certain solution to fight the Vegas heat.

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IPCPR 2017 Jeff Borysiewicz and Florida Sun Grown

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 12:48:29 -0500

We interview Jeff Jeff Borysiewicz in the Drew Estate booth. Jeff talks about the challenges of growing tobacco in Florida, and the background of how the Florida Sun Grown project came about.

IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Mitul and Sean of Fable Cigars

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 11:29:40 -0500

Mitul and Sean spend time discussing there brand, the meaning behind the names, and the # 7. Fable cigars are made at Nica Sueno. They also discuss there market strategy during these uncertain times for the premium cigar industry.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Hector Alfonso of Espinosa Cigars

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 23:11:00 -0500

Hector and Tripp discuss the new re-release of the Murcielago. We see and hear about the new Jamaican brand and The Dread also under the Jamaican brand, just with a little more Jamaican tobacco in the mostly Nicaraguan blends.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 17:39:46 -0500

Steve educates Tripp and us about nicotine strength and tobaccos in general. He describes the new Todos las Dias, and the Muestra de Saka. Steve also talks about the eateries in Las Vegas.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas – Nick Melillo of Foundation Cigar Co.

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 12:58:24 -0500

Nick passionately describes to us his new project Highclere Castle. Nick and Lord Carnarvon have formed a partnership to release the cigar. Highclere Castle is from the Downton Abbey Estate. Nick also tells us about the new Wise Man maduro, based off of the El Gueguense. Foundation Cigar Co. won a Best in Show award.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Juan Cancel & Bill Ives of Protocol Cigar

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 21:04:57 -0500

The Protocol lancero is coming out in full production this year. Bill explains that all Protocol cigars will come in 10 count boxes. Protocol is also releasing a new cigar to the international market only, called the Themis. We love you guys too!

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Skip Martin of RoMa Craft Tobac

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:38:15 -0500

Tripp and Skip talk about the new Neanderthal sizes for the international market only. Skip defines and tells us of the importance of Tastosterone in blending cigars. Skip can't say enough about Bizarre Meats in Las Vegas, and ends the interview discussing his new watch.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Pete Johnson with Tatuaje

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 17:42:25 -0500

Tripp and Pete Johnson discuss the new monster in the series, The Michael. Pete talks about his new/old lighter manufacturer relationship, and the new Negocient #4. We find out about a new Surrogate, a blend for the international market, and the Tattoo Needles.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Mariah Ditkowich of La Sirena

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:14:04 -0500

Mariah tells up about La Sirena's seven different blends, along with the people and companies La Sirena collaborate with. They discuss eating in Las Vegas, and Mariah's artwork.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Matt Booth and Room 101 Brand

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:46:48 -0500

Tripp and the Cigar Surgeon hang out with Matt Booth of Room 101 Brand. They play video games, discuss guerrilla marketing, eating from dumpsters in Las Vegas, and the crazy prices for batteries in Las Vegas. Oh, and yes, they briefly discuss the new blends coming from Room 101 Brand. Ventura, and the collaboration between himself, A.J. Fernandez, and Robert Caldwell.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Ralph with Alec Bradley

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 10:27:47 -0500

Tripp talks with Ralph, about the new Alec Bradley blends being added to there stellar lines, Prensado and Black Market. They also discuss Alec Bradley withinthe Canadian market. Ralph hinted towards a Canadian exclusive.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Hamlet Paredes with the Tabaquero

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 18:04:02 -0500

Watch Hamlet roll a lancero, one of the hardest vitolas to roll, as he describes to Tripp the Tabaquero, including the new milder blend.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Rocco with Leadslingers Whiskey

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 15:58:00 -0500

Rocco from Leadslingers Whiskey tells Tripp about the three types of Whiskey they currently have available in 11 states.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Eric Hanson of Hammer & Sickle Cigars

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 15:21:02 -0500

Tripp asks Eric to tell us about the Caleanoch line. It consists of peat fire cured tobacco.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Scott Jansen of Warfighters Cigars

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 15:10:13 -0500

Tripp talks with Scott Jansen one of the six veterans who own Warfighter Tobacco Company. They started the company to make cigars for Veterans from Veterans. The brand is broken down by 3 of the 6 blends being "Field" style cigars and the other 3 are "Garrison" style cigars. The blends are named after calibers

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - James Brown from Ovea Negra, BLTC, and BWS

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 08:50:54 -0500

Tripp Talks with James Brown the owner of Oveja Negra factory, Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio brands. They talk about what new releases we can expect from both of his brands.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Sean Williams with Cohiba

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 08:24:42 -0500

Tripp discusses the Cohiba brand with Sean Williams, the brand ambassador. Sean telss us about the Cohiba Blue and the Macassar

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Mombacho

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 18:59:11 -0500

Tripp and Claudio from Mombacho discuss the vintage blend Cosecha 2012 being released in the August/September time-frame. The Cosecha 2012, have been aging for four years. Claudio tells us how difficult vintage blends can be, like procuring enough tobacco. Expect new band colors!

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - Viaje

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 17:02:00 -0500

Tripp speaks with Andre Farkas of Viaje about his upcoming releases like his 10th Anniversary! We show you the three versions of the cigar, Andre describes the differences between the three blends. The third blend is a limited edition of only 200 cigars. All three versions come in boxes with jars.

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IPCPR 2017 Las Vegas - John Drew Brands

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 15:48:53 -0500

Cigar Federation's Tripp brings you Jonathon Drew from the new John Drew Brands. The discussion starts out with the Brixton Mash, a bourbon and rum mix with an international flair, they then move on to the Dove Tale Rum, a Floridian rum aged in bourbon barrels.
J.D. also passionately discusses the experienced leaders of the John Drew Brands

and of course normal shenanigans!

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IPCPR 2017 - Crowned Heads

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 09:27:04 -0500

Tripp talks with Jon Huber from Crowned Heads about new releases and swag.

Cigar Federation IPCPR 2017 Intro

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 08:19:48 -0500

CigarChat Episode 252 - IPCPR Discussion

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 04:01:00 -0500

No guest this week as the CigFed mods Logan, Surgeon, and Tripp sit down to talk about the IPCPR next week in Las Vegas. Logan, Surgeon and Tripp talk about the future of Cigar Federation, IPCPR and the cigar industry.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 112 - Mombacho Tierra Volcan

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with a Mombacho Tierra Volcan, and they bring along special guest Rob Rasmussen from Mombacho.

Surgeon is pairing a Mombacho Tierra Volcan Grande
Squeeze by Village Brewery
Miyagikyo 15 Japanese whisky by Nikka Whisky Distilling
Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength Single Highland Malt scotch

Tripp is pairing a Tierra Volcan Classico with:
3-Way IPA - Fort George Brewery
Akashi - Eigashima Shuzo
Estate Bottled 3 Year Rye - Willett

Robby is pairing a Tierra Volcan Fino with:
Big Wave Golden Ale
Green Spot Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Mirabelle Brut Rose Sparkling Wine

CigarChat Episode 251 - Skip Martin of RoMa Craft Tobac

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Skip Martin, of RoMa Craft Tobac. We talk Wunderlust, what it's like to be a top 25 cigar for 2016, where the company is headed, and having a top DJ for their IPCPR party.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 111 - Crowned Heads TAA and Rum

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with TAA from Crowned Heads & Rum. Special guest Barry Stein from The Cigar Authority joins them.

Surgeon is pairing a Crowned Heads The Angel's Anvil 2016 with:

Ron Cubay 10 Year Reserva Especial rum
Ron Zacapa Centenario Sistema Solera 23 rum
Havana Club Seleccion de Maestros rum

Tripp is pairing a Crowned Heads The Angel's Anvil 2016 with:

Brugal 1888 Gran Reserva
Havana Club 7 Year
Flor de Cana 7 Year

Barry is pairing a Crowned Heads The Angel's Anvil 2017 with:

Zaya Gran Reserva 12 Year rum
Zafra Master Reserve 21 Year rum

CigarChat Episode 250 - Omar de Frias of Fratello Cigars

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Omar de Frias, of Fratello Cigars. We talk the Fratello line, NASA, IPCPR and much more!

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 110 - Coffee, Coffee, Coffee 2.0

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with the Drew Estate Tabak Especial and some appropriate coffee pairings.

Surgeon is pairing a Tabak Especial Negra with:
Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey
Xocoveza Winter Spiced Mocha Stout by Stone Brewing
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old Solera Cask

Tripp is pairing an Nica Rustica Red Eye Short Robusto with:
Nicaragua El Dorado - Layne Coffee
Cold Brew IPA - Rogue Ales & Spirit
Black House Coffee Stout - Modern Times Beer

CigarChat Episode 249 - Jack Torano of Torano Cigars

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Jack Torano, of Torano Cigars with General Cigar Co.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 109 - Spotlight on Nica Rustica

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to see what pairs with the Nica Rustica from Drew Estate.

Surgeon is pairing a Nica Rustica 'Belly' with:
The Yamazaki 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky by Suntory
Dead Guy Ale by Rogue Ales & Spirits
Oyster Stout by Porterhouse Brewing

Tripp is pairing an Nica Rustica Short Robusto with:
Aooni IPA - Yo-Ho Brewing
Willett Estate Bottled 3 Year Rye
Bomb! - Prairie Artisan Ales

Cigar Review - AJ Fernandez Last Call Maduro

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon sits down to review one of the recent release from AJ Fernandez, the Last Call Maduro.

CigarChat Episode 248 - Rick Rodriguez of CAO and General Cigar

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Rick Rodriguez, Master Blender and CAO Ambassador for General Cigar Co.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 108 - Dark Edition

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with a Joya de Nicaragua Antano Dark Corojo and some appropriately dark pairings.

Surgeon is pairing a Joya de Nicaragua Antano Dark Corojo with:
Wilson & Morgan Barrel Selection 18 Year Old Single Malt form Tobermory Distillery
Black Chocolate Stout by Brooklyn Brewery
Octomore Edition: 7.1 by Bruichladdich

Tripp is pairing a JdN Antano Dark Corojo El Martillo with:
Oban 14 Year
Barrel Aged Ten Fidy - Oskar Blues
Octomore 6.1 - Bruichladdich

CigarChat Episode 247 - Matt Booth of Room101 Brand

Fri, 26 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Matt Booth of Room101 Brand.
We'll talk about his time in the cigar industry, along with his jeweler collection, and The Scent of Struggle tour.

Cigar Review - Davidoff Yamasa Piramides

Tue, 23 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon sits down to review the latest release from Davidoff, the Yamasa in a Piramides vitola.

CigarChat Episode 246 - Victor Vitale of Legacy Brands

Fri, 19 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Victor Vitale of Legacy Brands. We'll talk about his Tortuga brand, as well as the Ora Vivo, a partnership with actor and lifelong cigar smoker Armand Asante.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 107 - Are You Not Entertained

Thu, 18 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with enormous Asylum 13 Eighty (6" x 80 ring gauge, and 7x70). They'll be joined by special guest Barry Stein from The Cigar Authority podcast.

Surgeon is pairing an Aslyum 13 'The Eighty' with:
Green Label by Johnnie Walker
Guardians' Chapter by The Glenlivet
Orkney Bere Barley by The Arran

Tripp is pairing an Asylum 13 'The Seventy' with:
Eigashima Akashi
Jonnie Walker The Spice Road
Elijah Craig Small Batch

Barry is pairing an Asylum 13 TAA Box Pressed Exclusive with:
Wiggly Bridge Small Barrel Bourbon
Glenfiddich 14 Year Bourbon Barrel Reserve

CigarChat Episode 245 - Mo Maali of Patina Cigars

Fri, 12 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Mo Maali, Owner of Patina Cigars and National Sales Manager for Mombacho Cigars.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 106 - Quesada Oktoberfest in May

Thu, 11 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with the 2016 Quesada Oktoberfest release, Dominican Republic version.

Surgeon is pairing a Oktoberfest 2016 The Bavarian with:

Crooked Moon Tattoo Stockholm - Mikkeller Brewing
Hotbox Coffee Porter - Oskar Blues Brewery
Old Man Winter Porter - Ribstone Creek Brewery

Tripp is pairing a Oktoberfest 2016 Das Boot with:

Vienna Lager - pFriem Family Brewers
Hefeweissbier Dunkel - Weihenstephaner
Salvator Double Bock - Paulaner

CigarChat Episode 244 - Andrew Wood of Tabacos Mundial

Mon, 08 May 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Logan and Tripp sit down with Andrew Wood of Tabacos Mundial to talk about his brand as well as details on the FDA legislation.

CigarChat Episode 243 - Phil Zanghi of Debonaire Cigars & Indian Motorcycle Cigars

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Phil Zanghi of Debonaire Cigars and Indian Motorcycle Cigars.

CigarChat Episode 242 - Jon Huber of Crowned Heads

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Jon Huber from Crowned Heads Cigars! Jon talks about his 2016 projects, 2017 projects, the TAA meeting from March, and the upcoming IPCPR.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 105 - All Out Kings

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down with the All Out Kings collaborative blending release from Willy Herrera and Robert Caldwell.

Surgeon is pairing a All Out Kings SMASH with:

18 Year Extremely Rare scotch whisky - Glenmorangie
Americano Stout - Stone Brewing
Small Batch 12 Year bourbon - Elijah Craig

Trippy is pairing a All Out Kings SMASH with:

The Yamazaki 12
Bull Run Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Beer For Breakfast - Dogfish Head

CigarChat Episode 241 - Claudio Sgroi of Mombacho Cigars

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Claudio Sgroi from Mombacho Cigars! Claudio talks about the Puro Sabor festival, Mombacho Cigars, the Mombacho Experience, what's coming for IPCPR 2017, and some new projects they've been working on.

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 104 - Sobremesa And Whisky

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Trippy Trent sit down to pair a Sobremesa from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust with some whiskies.

Surgeon is pairing a Sobremesa Short Churchill with:
The Macallan 12
Scotch Malt Whisky Society 3.217 'A delicatessen shopping basket'
Scotch Malt Whisky Society 31.27 'Bold sailor's dram'

Trippy Trent is pairing a Sobremesa Robusto Largo with:
Oban 14
High West 36th Vote Barreled Manhattan
Laphroaig 10

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 103 - Spotlight on Black Works Studio

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp sit down to pair the Green Hornet from Black Label Trading Company with some tasty stouts.

Surgeon is pairing a Black Works Studio Green Hornet with:
Hazelutely Choctabulous by Rogue Ales & Spirits
Chipotle Chili Porter by Mikkeller Brewery Company

Trippy Trent is pairing a Black Works Studio Green Hornet with:
Tough Love by Crux Fermentation Project
Opacus Oatmeal Stout by StormBreaker Brewing

CigarChat Episode 240 - Robert Holt of Southern Draw Cigars

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 04:00:00 -0500

This week we're joined by Robert Holt from Southern Draw Cigars!

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 102 - Habanos Edicion Limitada

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon just returned from a trip to Cuba, so he and Tripp "Trent" are pairing with the Ramon Allones Club Allones Edicion Limitada 2015

Pairing a Pairing a Ramon Allones Club Allones Edition Limitada 2015 with:
Ron Cubay Reserva Especial 10 Year

Trippy is pairing a Ramon Allones Club Allones Edition Limitada 2015 with:
Havana Club Añejo 7 Años

Sharing Our Pairings Episode 101 - Spotlight on La Flor Dominicana

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 04:00:00 -0500

Surgeon and Tripp "Trent" are back after a bit of a hiatus. Fresh from Nicaragua they are focused on pairing a La Flor Dominicana.

Surgeon is pairing a La Flor Dominicana La Nox Toro with:
Oud Bruin Hip Hops - Brouwerij ’t Verzet
No Hero Oatmeal Stout - Evil Twin Brewing
La Debauche Cognac Barrel

Tripp is pairing a La Flor Dominicana Petite La Nox with:
Imperial Biscotti Break - Evil Twin Brewing
Death By Coconut - Oskar Blues Brewery
Hopped Bourbon Cask Ale - Innis & Gunn