Episodes

AL.com did a story a year ago talking about the dangers of smoking one cigar a year. WE disagreed with the story a year ago and wanted to circle back around this year to provide our thoughts, backed by the FDA and the NASEM report and Monograph #9 . After we talk celebrations that should be celebrated with a nice stogie. www.smokingunderground,com NASEM report on cigars 2022 Monograph Number 9 www.Vitolafinecigars.com

Talking about the things we do every time. Precut habits, cutting styles, smoking styles not that they are wrong, heck some of them are good rituals www.smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com Where all orders $75 or more ship free!

For your enjoyment- we tell our favorite cigar-related jokes, almost. We smoke the La Gloria Cubana TAA 2023 www,smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com Where orders $75 or more ship free!

What actions are considered risky or downright frowned upon when partaking in the hobby? Sharing cigars? Licking? Cutting too much? www.smokingunderground.com www.vitolafinecigars.com orders over $75 ship free

Whiskey and Bourbon? Not today! How about Hershey or Kit Kat. What junk for are Gary and Devin having with their cigars? www.smokingunderground.com

Live from the Cigars and More/Vitola Fine Cigars studio a live interview with Joe Brantley from Asylum Cigars. We discuss the Anniversary Series cigars from Asylum, we also talk some 90's. The cigar of the day is the Asylum Eleven 11/18. So join us as we visit the Asylum! www.vitolafinecigars.com www.smpkingunderground.com #cigars#cigarsandmore#vitolafinecigars#birminghamcigars#cra#cigarrightsofamerica#asylumcigars#CLE

Devin and Gary discuss one of John's favorite cigar cuts, the Shuriken. Oh, and they mention some cigar that is coming to market that measures 10x100. Get your Shuriken Cutter here https://amzn.to/3qRhg13 www.smpkingunderground.com #cigars#cigarsandmore#vitolafinecigars#birminghamcigars#cra#cigarrightsofamerica we may receive some income from any links provided.

What is the reason you choose the cigar you do? Do you seek the nuances of flavor it brings? Do you seek a buzz from it? We touched briefly on the fires at Funtes warehouse earlier this year. www.smpkingunderground.com #cigars#cigarsandmore#vitolafinecigars#birminghamcigars#cra#cigarrightsofamerica

Yep Chat GPT can even affect your cigar. John shares his experience with chat GPT and decides to see how well it can answer questions about cigars. It's fascinating to see how accurate it can be. Tune in to hear some interesting insights and discussions about the intersection of technology and cigars. We also smoke the Asyslum 13 Ogre Lancero, does this cigar meet our standards You know how we love our Lanceros. John does mention AI software he is using quite often AudioPen. Overview Video http...

We have a pop-up live stream with Carson, our Ashton Cigar rep. We smoke the new La Aroma de Cuba Connecticut. (well one of us smokes an Ashton VSG). Devin gets a surprise pairing, chosen by Carson. We chat about celebrities, new stuff from Ashton, visiting the factory, and so much more. www.vitolafinecigars.com www.ashtoncigars.com

A quick overview of the importance of cigar wrappers, and wrapping styles. Devin and Gary smoke the Gurkha Ghost. Wrapping About Wrappers and Smoking the Gurkha Ghost Ep 112

[00:01:43] Smoking a special non-pitted prune cigar. [00:05:17] Classing up the cigar. In this episode, we had a few unexpected twists and turns, but it turned out to be an absolute blast. Here are three key takeaways from this episode that I think you'll find interesting: 1️⃣ Live Show Experiment: We decided to shake things up a bit and do a live episode. It was a bit nerve-wracking at first, but thanks to the encouragement of our amazing listeners, we went for it. And let me tell you, it was a...

In this episode, we have some hilarious banter, as always, with John, Gary and Devin dive into how they choose a new unknown cigar to smoke.. Trust me, you won't want to miss out on the laughs and stories we share. But that's not all! We also discuss some amazing cigars that have caught our attention recently. From new releases to hidden gems, we cover it all. You'll hear about the M81 Blackened, a dark and rustic cigar that took us by surprise, and the Perdomo 30th anniversary, which is going o...

In this episode of Smoking Underground, Devin, Gary, and John discuss tips on cigars. They start by talking about the importance of being specific when making a wish with a genie, and then move on to discussing the different styles of cigars and the proper way to smoke them. Gary, who is an expert on the subject, shares his knowledge on the topic. They also talk about the specific cigar they are smoking that day, the Tatuaje Ina 6, made by Pete Johnson. They give a brief history of the brand and...

Smoking Underground is a laid-back podcast for cigar enthusiasts, where the hosts talk about their love for a good smoke. Devin, Gary, and John discuss their experiences trying the Romeo y Julieta 1875 Nicaragua cigar, sharing their thoughts on its toasty flavor and aroma. Devin also surprises his co-hosts with two different libations: Jura single malt Scotch whiskey aged 12 years, and Shakey's Whip, a humorous-named black Irish whiskey that turns out to be quite sweet. Throughout the episode, t...

Smoking Underground returns with a discussion of the Drew Estates Blackened M81 Maduro and its collaboration with James Hetfield of Metallica. Devin and Gary explore palate evolution and how it affects smokers' tastes and preferences. They also pair the cigar with Redwood Empire Lost Monarch blend of Scotch whisky, examining the flavors and complexity. [00:01:04] Palatevolution. [00:05:00] Cigar band design. [00:09:16] Cigar Humidity and Maturity. [00:13:39] Cigar smoking trends. [00:19:18] Ciga...

For many years, General Cigar has been producing cigars under the name “Cohiba”. However, in 1997, the Cuban cigar conglomerate filed a lawsuit against General Cigar, claiming that they had a history of the Cohiba name and its trademark dating back to 1929. Since then, the case has been bouncing back and forth between the courts, and finally, in December of 2020, the Trademark Commission found in favor of the Cuban cigar conglomerate. This ruling meant that General Cigar no longer had a trademar...

The Senelio Edition Limitada Nicaragua 2022 is our backdrop as we discuss Mexico's new tobacco legislation and how it impacts you. We discuss flavored cigar legislation in the US. We question the health risks of Marijuana and question why it gets a pass. Gary and Devin keep John's boring legal talk exciting. All on the episode of Smoking Underground. www.smokingunderground.com The "Thrifty Travelers" Take on the Tabacco Ban ABC News On the Ban Recent State and Federal Laws Impacting Flavored Tab...

The Ferio Tego Timeless is smoked. We talk about the oldness of this "NEW, Timeless" cigar. The discussion leads into is the public perception of smoking hinders your enjoyment of grabbing a Stoogie. Even if the establishment allows for it? www.smokingunderground.com www.birminghamcigars.com www.feriotego.com

Gary and Devin talk lighters and matches. The discussion leads to lounge etiquette and how lucky we are to have lounges. We suggest a lighter or two, plus some chat about Gary's smoking pod. www.smokingunderground.com Alec Bradley Burner www.smokingunderground.com/burner Vertigo Cyclone (possibly the best cigar lighter made, according to John) www.smokingunderground.com/cyclone Smoking Pod www.smokingunderground.com/pod

Smoking Underground discusses Ducks Unlimited's 2023 Scotch and Cigar Event at Good People Brewing with organizer David Patton. We smoke the 20 Acre Farm Robusto by Drew Estates. Gary and Devin review the cigar and show how to remove the cedar rap and light the cigar. Devin also discussed pairing a cigar with a tequila. For event details- http://www.smokingunderground.com/ducks More about the show- http://www.smokingunderground.com Car HEPA Filter Unit Discussed in the show -

This podcast is about the E.P. Carilio cigar from CRA pack, discussing the brand's background and why you should be a CRA member. Gary and Devin, the producer, talk about cigars, the new podcast format, Cuban cigars, and the Cigar Point System..

Honestly, John cannot remember what is in store for tonight. Maybe a guest we all know and love. Maybe a discussion on what excites us as we enter the holiday season. Either way, we smoke something good!

LCA cigar time! We sample the November release from LCA (well, one of the two). very interesting blends this month, and some of us are excited to see how this measures up to some of the great releases of the past few months THEY HAVE BEEN ON A ROLL....