Burnline Podcast

On this episode we smoke the top-of-the-line Foundation Knight Commander, a 6 3/4 x 52 perfecto featuring a Connecticut broadleaf wrapper, San Andrés binder, and Nicaraguan fillers from Jalapa and Estelí. Is it worth $40 MSRP? We don't think so, but judge for yourself! We also crack open a bottle of Boulard and briefly talk about brandy and cognac and how to pair with cigars. Pull up a chair, ligh...

On this episode we smoke the newly released addition to RomaCraft's core line up, the Maestranza! This 4x50 powerhouse is bold and strong, as you might expect from RomaCraft, and features a San Andrés wrapper over Brasilian binder and fillers from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Honduras. Were also talk about collecting cigars - how to get started, how to maintain it as a hobby, and some co...

On this episode we smoke the Illusione ESP TAA 2022. This cigar, limited to a production run of 1500 ten-count boxes, is hand crafted from tobacco grown by Aganorsa Leaf, including Corona 2006 viso in the filler. Sold exclusively by TAA member retailers, this cigar features notes of shredded wheat, black pepper, café-au-lait, hardwood, and burnt toast. We also talk about the Tobacconist Associatio...

On this episode we lay down the gavel on J.C. Newman's "The American" - a cigar so American, it even boasts American packaging and cellophane! Hand rolled at the El Reloj factory in Tampa, Florida, The American features a Florida Sungrown wrapper from Jeff Borysiewicz's 40 acre farm in Clearwater, Florida, with a Connecticut broadleaf binder and fillers from Lancaster, PA, and Connecticut. We also...

On this episode we pair the Bricktoberfest Limited Edition Pigtail from J.C. Newman with Sam Adams Octoberfest ale. This cigar is a Nicaraguan puro with tobacco from Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega, and featuring notes of leather, light pepper, hazelnuts, and baking spices. We also talk about beer, its two main types, and how to pair it with cigars. Pull up a hay-wagon, light 'em up, and follow along!...

On this episode we smoke the Hot Cake Golden Line from HVC. Featuring an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper draped over Nicaraguan binder and filler, the HVC Hot Cake Golden Line is a mid body, mid strength cigar with notes of mown hay, leather, and cocoa. We also discuss hosting a cigar party - perhaps you are at the point where you want to have the gang over for a party, and it will involve cigars!...

On this episode we smoke something a little different - a little arcane - the all new Thundersmoke from CAO cigars. This 6.5x52 toro is a delightful mix of five nations' tobaccos, featuring filler from three different African countries. We also try out Doc Holiday 7yr bourbon and Wyatt Earp American Whiskey - I'm your huckleberry! Dust off a saddle, mount up, and smoke along!

On this episode Davidus Cigars hosts the unveiling of Ray Lewis's new cigar...and we are there for you! Featuring an interview with Ray Lewis, this episode does a great job of capturing the energy and atmosphere of what was a once-in-a-lifetime event.

On this episode we smoke the Hoya de Monterey Cameroon in the Lancelot vitola, a massive 7.25x54 offering with notes of Raisin Bran, golden honey, and cinnamon. This is also our first ever "backyard bulls*t" episode, where we discuss fantasy football, outlandish news stories, and other meaningless not-cigar-related stuff. Pull up a rocking chair, light 'em up, and get off our lawn!

On this episode we smoke the rare, elusive, and ridiculously expensive Legends collaboration between Fuente and Padron. We smoke one of each, compare notes, and also discuss the rich history of these two stalwart families in the cigar industry. This is the episode you don't want to miss! Grab a chair, light 'em up, and follow along!

Consisting entirely of Honduran Corojo and built in the "11/18" (6x48/54/48) vitola that Christian developed when he still owned Camacho, this week's cigar features notes of roasted red pepper, hardwood fire, salted pretzel, and dark roast coffee. We pair this cigar with a bottle of Knob Creek 9yr Small Batch, and discuss how to smoke a cigar with a stranger - the cornerstone of the lounge experie...

On this episode we smoke the newest release from Rocky Patel; the Gold Label. Redolent of nuts, coffee, black currents, and hint of sweetness, this cigar features features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, a double binder consisting of Connecticut Broadleaf and Connecticut Shade, with fillers from Jalapa and Estelí. We also talk about leveling up your luxury - how to have the luxury cigar lifestyle on...

On this episode we smoke the Cohiba Rivera - a general Cigar offering available in the United States (not to be confused with Cohiba S.A., the Cuban brand available pretty much everywhere else). This luxury smoke features the first Mexican San Andrés wrapper on a Cohiba, as well as the first box-press vitola. It is also rolled at STG in Estelí, unlike most General Cigar Cohibas, which are rolled i...

On this episode we smoke the Lord Baltimore Nicaragua, a Nicaraguan Habano puro rolled by Plasencia and featuring tobaccos no younger than ten years old. We also talk about house brands and the value they bring to cigar passionados like yourself! Pull up a seat, light 'em up, and follow along! https://www.davidus.com https://fatboyscigars.com https://www.2cpremium.com https://linktr.ee/burnlinepod...

On this episode we smoke the beautiful and delicious Dias de Gloria Brazil from AJ Fernandez. Featuring a rich brown Brazilian Mata Fina wrapper and Nicaraguan binder and fillers, this cigar is redolent of pepper, earth, sweetness, and wood. We also talk about the story behind Dias de Gloria, break open a bottle of Basil Hayden's Dark Rye, and launch "treasure or trebuchet"...and we do mean launch...

On this episode we smoke the super limited, super delicious, and super expensive Placensia Alma del Fuego Ometepe. Presenting in a hand-blown glass tube with magnetic foot, this cigar is the only cigar in the world with a wrapper grown in the Ometepe region of Nicaragua. We also talk about the history of Placensia! Pull up a chair, light 'em up, and follow along! https://linktr.ee/burnlinepodcast...

On this episode we smoke a unique offering from Gran Habano - The Persian King Type Mod 60. Designed to smoked from either direction, we try both and compare notes! We also talk about cigar smoking archetypes, from the chewer to the chuffer and everything in between. What smoking archetype are you? Pull up a seat, light 'em up, and find out! https://linktr.ee/burnlinepodcast https://fatboyscigars....

On this episode we smoke the Julius Caeser in the Diamond Crown line of J.C. Newman. Named after the founder of Newman, Julius Caeser Newman, this cigar was blended by Carlito Fuente Jr, and features a rich, dark Ecuadorian wrapper, with premium tobaccos from the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean. With notes of leather, wood, green tea with honey, and a developing hint of spice, this fine cigar...

On this episode we smoke the Lunar Cameroon from Fratello. This cigar features an Ecuadorian Cameroon wrapper with Dominican binder and filler from Nicaragua and the USA. We also discuss our favorite cigars - not to be confused with daily smoke or most common purchase. Pull up a lay-z-boy, light 'em up, and follow along! https://linktr.ee/burnlinepodcast https://fatboyscigars.com https://2cpremium...

On this episode we smoke the third edition of Altidas' Trinidad Espiritu line. This box-pressed toro features a gorgeous toothy wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler. We also discuss parts of the tobacco plant, with the help of visual aids and Professor Schmatt. Pull up a bar stool, light 'em up, and follow along!

On this episode we smoke the seductive Rocky Patel Disciple in robusto vitola. Rolled at Rocky's Tabacalera Villa Cuba S.A. factory in Estelí, this decadent smoke features a Mexican San Andrés wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and fillers. Cocoa, marshmallow, and fermenting hay are included in this cigar's unique bouquet. We also talk about the rebirth of Rocky, including new blends, a move upmarket,...

On this episode we smoke the new Flathead V23 offering from CAO. Crafted in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Le Mans, Flathead V23 delivers a powerhouse full-bodied blend in a gorgeous GT-inspired box. Featuring a Jamastran wrapper from Honduras and a Nicaraguan Habano binder wrapped around fillers that include Brazilian Mata Fina, Honduran Jamastran Viso, Nicaraguan Jalapa Viso, Nicaragu...

On this episode we smoke a remarkably delicious blend from Ram Rodriguez for Ghurka's Year of the Dragon project. Surrounded by YotD cigars and exploring YotD merch, we dive into this rich figurado made in the DR of undisclosed origin tobacco, Ram is Vice President of Tabacalera El Artista, which should give you a hint. https://fatboyscigars.com https://2cpremium.com https://linktr.ee/burnlinepodc...

On this episode we smoke the Case Fuente from Arturo Fuente cigars. Available in several vitolas, this medium bodied smoke was originally produced exclusively for Fuente's Las Vegas cigar lounge. Now available through select retail partners, the Casa Fuente features a rich Cameroon maduro wrapper draped luxuriously over select Fuente Dominican tobacco leaves. Pull up a leather arm chair, light 'em...

On this episode we smoke the new Rojas Street Tacos Cinco de Mayo 2024 Limited Edition. This 6x52 toro features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Mexican San Andrés binder, and filler from Nicaragua and the United States. Retailing for $12 MSRP, this limited edition cigar features notes of cedar, licorice, coffee, brown sugar, lemon grass, and pepper. We also talk about the history of Mexican cigars a...