176 episodes
Cigar Snob Podcast Cigar Snob
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4.5 • 72 Ratings
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Join the team from Cigar Snob Magazine — along with our guests — as we share all manner of cigar snobbery. We'll talk travel, booze, the news of the day, and also recommend some of our favorite food, books, movies and products.
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Jim's million dollar cigar business idea + Cigar friendly travel destinations
Jim pitches his zany business idea for safe cigar disposal while Erik and Ivan point out some of the best and worst places to enjoy a cigar on vacation. Throughout the show the guys review the Villiger Miami and pair it with a vertical lineup of Benriach single malt Scotch. Finally Dr. Corina and Lucien Villiger share their insights on what it was like growing up as a member of the Villiger family.
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What exactly is a premium cigar? + Beer, glorious beer and an interview with Orlando Mendez
The title and direction of this show was taken from listener feedback asking, "Can you define the difference between a premium cigar vs a non-premium cigar?" We took a stab at that one while smoking the Aganorsa Rare Leaf Reserve Maduro, very much a premium cigar. We then paired that cigar with 4 dark beers and interviewed the up and coming, cigar-loving country singer, Orlando Mendez aka The Cuban Cowboy.
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What makes a cigar bad? + We blind taste 3 California Reds and smoke the Stillwell Star
From construction, to flavors, to fermentation, the guys break down all of the factors that unequivocally mean that your cigar is a bad one. Did they miss anything? Let us know in the comments. Also, they smoke the Stillwell Star from Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust and were joined by Cigar Dojo's Eric Guttormson to discuss the upcoming Top 25 lists.
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Does wrapper color equal strength? + Blended Scotch + an interview with JDN's Juan Martinez
A perfectly synergistic episode where the cigar, question, spirit selection, and interview guest all revolve around a question sent in by a listener. The guys smoked the Joya de Nicaragua Antaño CT, drank high-end blended Scotch, and sat down with Joya de Nicaragua's Juan Martinez.
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Rocky Patel is in the House + Bourbon Pairing
We sat down with Rocky Patel to talk about his latest influences in cigar blending as well as his upcoming release of the highly anticipated Conviction. Back in the studio, the guys paired the Rocky Patel DBS with 3 top-shelf bourbons and answered a great listener question.
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Why do different shapes and sizes taste different + Tequilas + Illusione + Manolo Santiago interview
The guys answer an excellent listener question about why different vitolas of the same blend have different flavor profiles and even strength differences. During the show, the guys enjoyed the Illusione OneOff along with 3 fine tequilas. Later in the Share a Smoke segment, Ivan and Erik sat down with Manolo Santiago, the master blender for Casa 1910 Cigars.
Customer Reviews
Smoke, laughs and unfiltered wisdom!
The Cigar Snob Podcast is an unmissable treat for all who appreciate the nuanced world of cigars. Hosted with a perfect blend of passion and expertise, it serves as a masterclass in all things cigar-related. Each episode is an engrossing journey into the depths of the cigar world, whether you're a novice or an expert.
What makes this podcast a standout is its ability to interweave engaging narratives and expert commentary with accessible explanations. This harmonious balance makes the podcast as enlightening as it is entertaining. The hosts, with their charm and wit, are effortlessly captivating, demonstrating an admirable depth of knowledge on a wide variety of cigar brands, techniques, and histories.
Their interviews with industry insiders offer fascinating insights and stories that would otherwise remain untold. And let's not forget the exceptional reviews—detailed, honest, and eloquently expressed, helping listeners make informed choices about their next cigar selection.
Overall, the Cigar Snob Podcast is a testament to the art and enjoyment of cigars. It's a delightful listen that educates, engages, and excites in equal measure. An absolute must-listen for any cigar enthusiast.
Informative and entertaining
Eric, Ivan and Jim do a fantastic job of teaching flavor vocabulary and sharing industry insights as well as fun behind-the-scenes anecdotes bringing the premium cigar industry to life for all those that listen. One of my absolute favorite shows and I feel like I learn something with each new episode.
Great PODCAST
Very good information each session. Informative on all things cigars. Light discussion that keeps the podcast entertaining.
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