The Cigar & Whiskey Guide Podcast

Show Notes: Smoke Signals – Cigar and Empty Stomach Chapters The Unexpected Effect of a Respectable Cigar [00:00:00] Searching for the Cause: Is It the Cigar or You? [00:00:33] Understanding Nicotine's Role [00:01:06] Common ...

Show Notes: Smoke Signals – “The Cigar Lounge Experience: Finding Comfort Beyond the Drink” Chapters The Invitation: Anticipation & Anxiety ([00:00:00]) The Comparison Trap ([00:00:12]) Navigating the Drink Menu ([00:00:24]) ...

Chapter Summaries The Truth Behind Premium Cigar Lists [00:00:00]This opening segment calls out a familiar frustration among cigar enthusiasts: the most hyped cigars are either impossible to find, outrageously priced, or part...

This episode explores how terroir—the unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation—profoundly shapes the flavor profiles of Cuban and Nicaraguan cigars. It highlights Cuba’s iron-rich, sandy loam over limestone, resulting in smoother, more refined and mineral-driven smokes, compared to Nicara…

Show Notes: Mild Cigars and Rum – Discovering the Beauty in Subtle Pairings Chapters The Art of Subtle Pairings (00:00:00) What Makes Mild Cigars Special (00:01:08) Finding the Right Rum: Beyond Sweetness (00:02:29) Rum and C...