How Can A Non-smoker Best Enjoy His/her First Cigar?

I purchased a box of A. Fuente don Carlos #2′s to pass out in celebration of my daughters’ birth. Eventually I am going to have to smoke one (or two, or more) with friends. I bought a cheapie cigar just to “practice” on but the taste was equivalent to what I paid. The #2′s, however, [...]

I Really Enjoy Gurkha’s G3 Cigars. Can Anyone Recommend A Very Similar Cigar In A Smaller Gauge?

Gurkha only makes this cigar in a toro, and I am looking for something that won’t take an hour to smoke. The most redeeming characteristics of this cigar are the oily wrapper, the deep cocoa and liquorice notes, and something that reminds me of potting soil. A maduro is a must. Any recommendations would be [...]