We’ve previously discussed popular drinks that are great to pair with a cigar, such as champagne and whisky. This next instalment in our series will focus on how coffee can be the perfect accompaniment to a great smoke, from the classic strong, black coffee to the mellower latte. Coffee is a drink that can be appreciated at any time and...
After a cold start to the year, the summer of 2018 has already been one of the warmest seasons ever recorded. This unusually long stretch of sunny days has encouraged many to make the most of this delightful summer weather whilst it lasts and, with so many fantastic ways to spend one’s time in London, this has never been easier...
There is no greater joy in life than a cigar in one hand and a drink in the other. We have already explored the world of pairing cigars with liquor, wine, whisky and champagne. Now it’s time to take a dive into the world of novels and, more specifically, big cigars that perfectly complement a short but sophisticated read. Big...
The historic city of Trinidad, or to give its full title, La Santisima Trinidad (The Holy Trinity), is nestled on the coast of central Cuba and dates back to 1514. Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in recognition of the significance the former sugar trade played in Cuba’s cultural and economic history, Trinidad provides the perfect backdrop for...
Cigar smoking in London is not a rarity. In fact, London is arguably the city where golden brown tubes of Cuban tobacco achieved their peak at the gentleman’s pursuit. As the memorable words of Edward VII state, after the death of his mother Queen Victoria: “Gentlemen, you may smoke”. Not to mention that the cigar was the constant companion of...
At James J. Fox, we offer a wide range of cigars from all over the world, which we have covered extensively in our Spotlight series. In the past, we have looked into: Oliva Cigars Joya de Nicaragua Cigars Bolivar Cigars Ramon Allones Cigars Partagas Cigars Cohiba Cigars Hoyo de Monterrey Cigars Montecristo Cigars Romeo Y Julieta Cigars In this new...
At James J. Fox, we pride ourselves on our exquisite selection of cigars from around the world, that we stock exclusively for your enjoyment. Some of these we have recently discussed, such as: Joya De Nicaragua Bolivar Ramon Allones Partagas Cohiba Hoyo De Monterrey In this edition of our cigar spotlight series, we will take a look at the Oliva...
What exactly is a cigar humidor? “A Humidity controlled box used for storing cigars at the regulated and specific temperature and humidity it needs to keep the tobacco in pristine condition” Without storing your cigars in a humidor, they will dry out, burn too quickly, lose their essential flavours, and can even have detrimental effect on the quality of the...
Dominican Republic cigars are high-quality cigars loved around the world. One of the reasons for this is due to the climate of the Dominican Republic. With their consistent tropical temperatures, it is a superb location for growing tobacco. Home to some of the greatest hand rolled premium cigars, what is the importance of cigars to Dominican culture? Here at James...