Author: Briley

Drying tobacco leaves on a pallet at La Aurora factory in the Dominican Republic
Written by on January 20, 2025

What is Andullo tobacco?

Cigar 101 Article

A proprietary blend, andullo tobacco is almost exclusively made by La Aurora in the Dominican Republic and is inspired by the local natives.

Dominican Republic cuisine, Pork Tomahawk from Camp David.
Written by on January 18, 2025

Visiting La Aurora Part III: The Dominicano flavor

Editorial Article

This is the third part of a series on my visit to La Aurora in the Dominican Republic. You’ll learn about my tour of Santiago and beyond.

La Aurora factory Dominican Republic private lounge with Leon family in view
Written by on January 17, 2025

Visiting La Aurora Part II: The trip, tours, and experiences

Editorial Article

This is the second part of a series on my visit to La Aurora factory in the Dominican Republic. In this part, you’ll learn about the major tours and more.

La Aurora cigar factory in the Dominican Republic sorting room - Briley Kenney The BS Lounge in orange format
Written by on January 16, 2025

Visiting La Aurora Part I: Any port in a storm

Editorial Article

This is the first part of a series on my visit to La Aurora cigars in the Dominican Republic. In this one, you’ll learn about my initial prep and Milton delays.

La Aurora private smoking lounge above the factory - Briley Kenney The BS Lounge
Written by on January 16, 2025

Visiting La Aurora: A Series

Editorial Article

Serving as the directory for my Visiting La Aurora series, you’ll find shortlinks to all available parts here.

Man smoking and surrounded by smoke - from do cigars have nicotine in them
Written by on January 15, 2025

Are you supposed to inhale cigars?

Cigar 101 Article

Newbie or not, you’ve probably wondered are you supposed to inhale cigars? The answer is no and here’s why.

Aganorsa Leaf Flex Samplers with 10 amazing cigars from the brand.
Written by on January 14, 2025

Want to get your hands on the new Aganorsa Leaf Flex Sampler? Here’s how

News Article

The new Aganorsa Leaf Flex Sampler is available at select in-store events only, with the first batch available soon.

Dominican woman from La Aurora replanting the tobacco plants for the cigar industry
Written by on January 13, 2025

The cigar industry is one of the few that stands the test of time

Cigar 101 Article

For hundreds of years, the cigar industry has continued operating in the same way, with people working hands-on and directly with the tobacco.

Briley Kenney's humidor from The BS Lounge with favorite cigars visible.
Written by on January 11, 2025

My top 10 favorite cigars

Best Cigars Article

If you want a better idea of what smokes I like, read this list of my top 10 favorite cigars. It will help you compare your tastes to mine.

Man smoking a cigar in a hat close up with rings.
Written by on January 10, 2025

How and why do you purge a cigar?

Cigar 101 Article

If you’re wondering how or why do you purge a cigar to introduce fresh oxygen, give this guide a read. It explains everything.

Warped cigars Futuro label with cigars in box.
Written by on January 9, 2025

Warped to discontinue Futuro and Maestro del Tiempo labels

News Article

Warped cigars has announced it will discontinue the Futuro and Maestro del Tiempo labels in a move to help evolve the brand’s lineup.

Tobacco plant leaves hanging in a curing barn.
Written by on January 8, 2025

Understanding the tobacco plant

Cigar 101 Article

We take a closer look at the tobacco plant, how it’s divided, and how it’s cultivated before eventually being rolled into cigars.

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