Episodes

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...

Discover the rich tradition of rum and cigar pairing in this episode of Smoke Signals. Journey beyond the usual whiskey and cigar combinations to explore the deep roots connecting rum, cigars, and Caribbean culture. Learn how sugarcane and tobacco shared the same soil, influencing generations of ci…

Show Notes: Smoke Signals – The Whiskeys of Islay Chapter List 00:00:00 – Prologue: Chasing the Smoke of Islay 00:00:32 – Peat: Islay’s Secret Ingredient Unveiled 00:04:43 – Distillery Walk: The Southern Legends 00:10:31 – In...

This episode of Smoke Signals dives into the legendary story of Corojo, the iconic Cuban tobacco leaf that transformed the world of premium cigars. Listeners are taken to the red clay fields of Vuelta Abajo, where relentless innovation led to the creation of Corojo—famed for its silky texture, …

In this episode of Smoke Signals, hosts Bo Kauffmann and Smoke Signals Promo recount the dramatic 1996 Heaven Hill Distillery fire in Bardstown, Kentucky—a disaster that destroyed 90,000 bourbon barrels and threatened a cornerstone of American whiskey. The story highlights the solidarity among riva…

JFK cigars — 1,200 Petit Coronas gathered before the 1962 Cuban embargo. This episode uncovers the secret midnight mission led by Pierre Salinger, the irony behind Kennedy’s famous stash, and how one signature reshaped the entire cigar industry. From Havana to the Dominican Republic, the story blen…

Civil War Cigars: Smoke, Survival, and Secret Orders Cigars weren’t just luxuries in the Civil War—they were lifelines. Soldiers in blue and grey traded tobacco for coffee, shared smokes after battle, and once changed history with three cigars wrapped around General Robert E. Lee’s lost orders. …

🎧 Summary – Whiskey and Cigar Pairings for Beginners In this episode of Smoke Signals, we explore the art of whiskey and cigar pairings for beginners — from matching the mellow sweetness of bourbon with a rich Maduro cigar to balancing a smooth Irish whiskey with a creamy Connecticut Shade. …

The Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 wasn’t just about taxes — it was a dramatic test of America’s young government and a turning point in bourbon history . On the Appalachian frontier, whiskey wasn’t just a drink. It was currency, ...

Not every cigar smoker is the same. Some treat their cigar like a sacred ritual, while others light up casually at the weekend barbecue. That variety is what makes cigar culture so fascinating — it’s not just about tobacco, i...

Introduction Some moments deserve more than champagne or a toast — they deserve a cigar. In this podcast episode, we explore the best cigars for special occasions : from weddings and promotions to birthdays, anniversaries, an...

The story of cigars in America doesn’t begin with factories in the 1800s or the iconic brands of the 20th century. It begins in the smoke-filled taverns of the Revolution, with a general’s pouch of seeds, warehouses set ablaz...

🔥 Podcast Highlights * The story behind the Mil Días — Crowned Heads’ 1000-day masterpiece. * A full flavor journey : spice, cream, coffee, cocoa, and leather. * Why aged rum pairings like Zacapa 23 or Brugal 1888 unlock the ...

Tasting whiskey is more than taking a sip — it’s about slowing down and discovering the layers hidden in every glass. In this episode of Smoke Signals Audio , we break down the step-by-step process of how to taste whiskey lik...

Mark Twain’s 300-Cigar Habit Mark Twain was more than a writer and humorist — he was one of history’s most notorious cigar smokers . His lifelong love of cigars became a defining part of his personality, and the anecdotes aro...

Churchill’s Smoke-Filled War Rooms: The Iconic Leader and His Cigars How Winston Churchill’s Cigars Became Symbols of Power and Resilience Winston Churchill was rarely seen without a cigar, but his love for premium smokes was...

🎙️ Podcast Episode: The 6 Types of Cigar Smokers Which Cigar Personality Are You? Every cigar smoker has a story — and a style that’s uniquely their own. In this episode of Smoke Signals , we dive into the six cigar personali...

Podcast Episode: How to Review Cigars Like a Pro Want to take your cigar game to the next level? Whether you’re just getting started or have years of smoking under your belt, knowing how to review a cigar is a skill that tran...

Welcome to Smoke Signals: The Cigar & Whiskey Podcast Welcome to Smoke Signals, the Cigar and Whiskey Podcast. In this first episode, Bo Kauffmann introduces the spirit of the show — a place for cigar lovers, whiskey enthusia...