Falcon Pipes & Accessories
In 1936 Kenly Bugg revolutionised the pipe industry with his patented Falcon design. In this blog we look at the history of the company and what makes these pipes so different.
Backwoods – Authentic Flavoured Cigars
HISTORY The Backwoods brand was first created in the USA nearly 50 years ago. It was first formed as a reaction to new advertising laws that had been overseen by President Nixon. These laws prevented the advertisement of cigarettes on television and radio, a move which was set to have a big impact on the…
VegaFina Classic Cigars
Introduction VegaFina was launched in Spain, 1998 by the Tabacalera company who are situated in the Dominican Republic. A massive international distributor, Tabacalera had an idea about what people wanted from a cigar. Well constructed, good flavour and most of all a good price, that’s what the people want. And so they set about creating…
Cigar Of The Month – Alec Bradley Tempus Natural Genesis
Introduction For the second month in a row an Alec Bradley cigar has been awarded our Cigar Of The Month. This time around it is the award winning Tempus Natural blend in a corona format named the Genesis. Before we get in depth let’s hear what Alec Bradley’s founder Alan Rubin had to say about…
Plasencia – Cosecha 149 La Vega Robusto
In this blog we look at Plasencia’s fantastic 100% Honduran puro, the Cosecha 149 La Vega. Bold, daring and and delicious are a few of the ways to describe this robusto…
Davidoff Cigars – 100 Years Of History
Foundation With nearly 100 years in the cigar industry, there are few names that inspire admiration quite like Davidoff. Founded in 1911 by a Russian born Jew by the name of Zino Davidoff, the company wouldn’t turn its hand to the cigar trade until 1924. His base of operations, Geneva, Switzerland, was a hotbed for…
Toscano – Arrivederci!
The popular Toscano cigar is soon to be discontinued in the UK, we have a look at the history of these fascinating cigars and what makes them so unique.
Sir Walter Scott’s – Thrice Brewed Snuff
Sir Walter Scott’s Thrice Brewed snuff has a fascinating history dating back to the 18th century. Click here to find out more…
Sir Walter Scott’s – Port O’ Leith Snuff
In this blog we look at the interesting history of Leith and Sir Walter Scott’s snuff created in it’s honour – Port O’ Leith.
Reunion Series – No.27 Flake Pipe Tobacco by Gawith Hoggarth
In this blog we look at one of the finest examples of a Virginia & Perique Flake, Reunion Series No.27.