Cigar Journal

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Oliva Cigars: A Guide to Nicaraguan Excellence

Oliva is one of Nicaragua's most celebrated cigar houses, prized for the bold, refined Serie V and the silky Serie O. Our guide covers the family story, the core lines, vitola sizes, flavour profiles, ideal occasions and how to store them beautifully.

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Aganorsa Leaf: From Seed to Cigar

A complete guide to Aganorsa Leaf, the Nicaraguan house whose seed-to-cigar mastery has made it one of the most quietly revered names in the New World. We explore its tobacco, its key lines, vitola sizes and flavour profiles, and how to choose your first.

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El Rey del Mundo: A King of Mild Havanas

A complete guide to El Rey del Mundo, the elegant, mild-bodied Havana brand. Discover its 19th-century heritage, signature flavour profile, the most rewarding vitolas to explore, and how to enjoy and store these refined Cuban cigars.

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Rafael González: The Lonsdale Pioneer

Rafael González is one of Havana's most refined and understated marques, a brand built around the slender, aristocratic Lonsdale and prized for its gentle, cedary elegance. This guide explores its history, signature vitolas and how best to enjoy it.

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What Is a Churchill Cigar? Size, History & Best Churchills

A Churchill is a long, elegant cigar — typically around 178 mm with a 47 ring gauge — named after Sir Winston Churchill. Here we explore its dimensions, its history, the flavour it delivers and how to choose the right one for an unhurried evening.

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The Anatomy of a Cigar: Parts Explained

From wrapper, binder and filler to the cap, foot and shoulder, every premium cigar is a feat of layered craftsmanship. Here is a clear, considered guide to each part of a cigar and the role it plays in how your smoke draws, burns and tastes.

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