The binder, or Capote, is the special leaf that wraps around the leaves of the filler, defining the shape of the cigar and perfecting its smoking quality. The binder leaf is always a Volado leaf, taken from the bottom of the sun-grown pla... more
The mixture of different types of tobacco in a cigar, formally made from combination of Volado, Seco and Ligero.
The blend is chosen by the Master Blender, who is the only one who knows which leaves from which harvest will produce the fla... more
“Bloom” appears like a white mould-like substance on cigars. It occurs naturally when there is a sudden increase in humidity. It is a sign that the cigar is alive and well and should simply be removed with a brush.
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Boisdale’s Cigar Terrace
Top mark’s must go to Ranald Macdonald, tireless campaigner against the smoking ban and owner of the Boisdale group of restaurants, for creating a London’s finest outdoor cigar terrace.
You’ll find it on th... more
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