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Our Cigar 101 series aims to be a comprehensive guide to the world of cigars. After discussing the size and strength of cigars (as well as their anatomy), we are now turning our attention to the rich and complex field of cigar flavours. We are not referring to cigars infused with artificial flavour, but the natural taste of a good...

Many a distinguished individual has taken up the art of smoking cigars. From politicians to actors from the silver screen, cigar smoking is a time-honoured pleasure that we here at JJ Fox have enjoyed for hundreds of years. It seems that the time-old tradition has been a draw for many throughout the years. However, there has been a special group...

Size: 6 ½” x 42 Vitola: Cervantes Box date: December 2000 Great Lonsdale. Nice sheen on its Colorado wrapper, the smoke exhibited much of the tannins and mineral notes that you could hope to find within a Partagas of this age.

Cigars are incredibly diverse, so selecting the one that’s perfect for you requires knowledge of its varied features. While our first article explored the difference in cigar sizes, this next instalment of our Cigar 101 series looks into one of the most important components of your cigar; strength. Strength It is important to make the distinction that the lightness or...

The countdown to Valentine’s Day is officially upon us; in only a matter of weeks the most romantic day of the year will dawn. Millions of people will wake, in a panic, realising that they have nothing planned, or worse… no idea where to take their Valentine for a romantic adventure. Well, fear not! London is awash with culture, liveliness...

When choosing a cigar to smoke, there are many things to take into consideration, and if you are new to the world of cigar smoking, the language can be a little confusing. So, rather than remaining confused about the ins and outs of cigars, take a look at the first in our Cigar 101 series where we will discuss cigar...

London is a metropolis of constant movement, smells, and a buzzing energy. There is nothing quite like it anywhere else in the world; there is little wonder why we have made our home on St James’s Street for over two hundred years. Truly, the city is a marvel and there is almost too much to explore in one visit. But...

  Christmas Day is the one day of the year that I allow myself to enjoy an after dinner cigar at the dining room table with my family. This rarity means that I spend most of December trying to figure out which cigar to enjoy. There are 6 days to go, and I am starting to stress under the pressure...

Humidors are essential to anyone who smokes cigars. They have specialised components that help regulate the humidity and the temperature of the tobacco, so that your cigars do not deteriorate or lose their characteristics over time. Cigar shops may have walk-in humidors, although it’s highly likely that you’ll have box-sized ones in your home. That little unassuming box is the...