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Cigar Reviews by Bob Hritsko

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Room 101 CamachoRoom 101 Camacho
August 26, 2010

He may not recall his high school homeroom number, but Bob recalls all the good qualities of the well-made and tasty Room 101 from Camacho, the product of a master cigar maker.

601 Serie Box-Pressed Maduro601 Serie Box-Pressed Maduro (Blue)
July 23, 2010

Bob talks about competition and the great American pastime, with an insight into parenting. Oh, and he reviews the 601 Serie Box-Pressed Maduro (Blue), a blue-blood cigar with a rich flavor.

Oliva Serie O MaduroOliva Serie O – Maduro
May 21, 2010

Bob recommends not rushin' through a smoke, offering a Spring Break story about his own experience with Russians before praising the smoothness of the Oliva Serie O Maduro.


Cigar Web Guide

Cigar-Review.com
A site devoted to all epicurean delights: eating, drinking, smoking and, of course, women. With news, polls, jokes, merchandise and their Smokin' Babes, Cigar-Review.com is all about having fun and enjoying life to the fullest.

Cigar Aficionado
The online version of the print magazine for the serious cigar smoker. Contains extremely comprehensive and reliable cigar ratings. Also contains celebrity profiles, timely articles (e.g., A Guide to Smoking in Major League Ballparks) and a listing of cigar and cigar-accessory retailers. 

The Cigar Smoker's FAQ
Not fancy but a great quick reference for everything you need to know about cigars. If you have a question about cigars, you'll likely find the answer here. Easy to follow question-and-answer format allows quick access to answers. Very thorough compilation. Also contains links to sources and information. Don't expect a lot of fluff and don't worry, they won't bore you with a lot of questions about tongue and throat cancer. 

CigarFriendly.com
This site is a little cumbersome but it has some redeeming features. Its best feature is its cigar listings/reviews. It also lists upcoming cigar industry events and has a cigar-friendly directory of resorts, restaurants and lounges (e.g., The Cuesta-Rey Cigar Bar at Tropicana Field in St. Pete, Florida). Its Ask Dr. Smoke column answers frequently asked questions about cigars, including such topics as the best way to store cigars and how to revive a cigar gone bad. 

Smoke Magazine
Another online magazine, but this is geared toward the younger, hipper crowd as opposed to the Cigar Aficionado, which is geared toward the more seasoned cigar smoker. 

Cigar.com
Your one-stop shop for all your cigar-related needs. This site allows you to purchase not only cigars and cigar-related accessories, but also cigar art prints and cigar-related books (through Amazon.com). You can also track stocks of, and read stories relating to, publicly traded cigar companies.

How to smoke a cigar
No one wants to look like a fool for that first smoke. With a proper cut and a good light, you'll have a smooth, even burn that only needs lit once. Pick up some quick tips to make each smoke worth having.