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Since the beginning of film and television, characters onscreen have often been depicted with a drink in hand, sat at a bar, or enjoying a sneaky sip at home. Some of these characters and shows have made the drinks famous, or have made the drink so iconic, linking it to the character that we can’t think of one without the other. We take a look at some of the best cocktail depictions in film and TV, and how you can recreate them at home!
While in the past, the only way to enjoy a dram and a smoke would be to actually have a cigar and a glass of whisky, now with the age of social media, experiencing some of the joys of these treats can be instantaneous with the incredible Instagram accounts showing off the impressive collections of others. Although nothing can ever beat the real deal in your hand, these Instagram accounts can often provide a human insight into which stogie or whisky bottle you should buy and try next. We present a few of our favourite accounts in the cigar and whisky world.
A recent discovery could well have shed some more light on the history of pipe smoking, with historians now believing that Native Americans were smoking tobacco 3,000 years ago! (more…)
For regular stogie smokers, any time is a good time to enjoy a cigar. However, if you are new to the art of cigar smoking or simply like to savour it for a special event, there are several occasions that present the perfect opportunity to relish a pleasurable puff. From the birth of a baby to your own or even a close friend’s wedding, we take a look at five of the most fitting occasions for cigar smoking:
When it comes to alcohol and cigars, even the most seasoned cigar aficionado and spirit buffs can find themselves in a bit of trouble when it comes to finding the perfect drink and cigar pairings. We take a look at how to pair cigars based on our ability to pick out complex flavours with our sense of taste.
You already use your natural abilities for taste, such as noticing a new ingredient in your lunch or deciding which wine would taste best with the dinner you made for your partner. With time your palate will evolve and become more refined, which is the way sommeliers and expert cigar makers acquire their skills.A master cigar maker can pick out a single tobacco leaf, and just by smelling and smoking it, they can identify the type of tobacco, tell you where it was grown, and how far along it is in the fermentation or ageing process.When you are able to pair two exquisite items together, the magic starts to happen. Some classic pairings for cigars when it comes to alcohol are Cognac, Single Malt Whisky, Bourbon and Port. Drinks such as Vodka and Gin alone do not work as well, as the cigar overpowers the subtle herbal notes of the beverages.Weaker alcohol content drinks, such as red wine and craft beers, also make an excellent match for certain cigars, just make sure they balance each other out by not letting one dominate and overpower the other.A simple method for beginners is to follow a few of these basic ideas of cigar and drink pairings.
Mild cigars such as a Davidoff Grand Cru No.2 cigar, go particularly well with cocktails that use coffee or Irish cream.Mudslide – This vodka-based drink can be made using 3 equal parts vodka, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream liqueur. Just fill a glass with ice, pour an ounce of each ingredient into a cocktail shaker, shake, and strain into the glass.Black Russian – This is a similar drink which uses vodka and coffee liqueur. Mix about 1 ¾ oz vodka with ¾ oz coffee liqueur into a glass filled with ice and stir.If you’re not a big fan of vodka, you can replace it with Malibu, Amaretto or Kahlua.
With medium-bodied cigars, such as the Swag Connecticut VIP Petit Robusto cigar, drinks like an Irish coffee during the cold winter months, or a stinger when it’s warmer, are a perfect choice.Irish coffee – Mix 1 ½ oz Irish whiskey with a tablespoon of brown sugar, 6 oz of hot coffee, and as much heavy cream as you want. Mix the first three ingredients together, and put the cream on top to complete this drink.Stinger – Stingers are made using brandy and white crème de menthe liqueur. Typically they are paired with chocolate desserts, but they go very well with medium-bodied stogies. Mix 1 ¾ oz brandy with ¾ oz white crème de menthe. Pour into a glass with crushed ice and stir (shaking is optional).
For full-bodied cigars, like a Davidoff 702 Series Entreacto cigar, here at Havana House we enjoy an Old Fashioned cocktail using a quality single-malt, such as Ardbeg Uigeadail Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Mix 2 oz whisky with 1 sugar cube, 1 dash of bitters, 1 slice of lemon, 1 orange and 1 cherry. Start by combining the bitters, sugar cube, and a teaspoon of water in an old-fashioned glass. Once they are well mixed, add your whiskey and stir well. Now add your ice cubes and lemon peel, along with your orange slices and cherry. In the end, like most things in life, it all comes down to individual taste. You will soon discover through trial and error what works best for you and what doesn’t. Buy cigars online and develop your own perfect pairings by testing out a variety of cigar and drink combinations. What’s your favourite cocktail to enjoy with a cigar? We’d love to try it out, so let us know in the comments below!
A Scottish distillery is launching a fashion line, inspired by the whisky it produces. BenRiach, a Speyside distillery who are known for their adventurous approaches to whisky making, will be working hand in hand with Scottish designer Kestin Hare to form a series of apparel inspired by the distillery, scotch and the Speyside landscape.
For months, cigar lovers have been puffing away around the world to win themselves the chance to compete in the ultimate smoking showdown; the Cigar Smoking World Championship. Qualifying rounds have taken place everywhere from Canada to Thailand, in preparation for the grand finale which is being held later this year in Split, Croatia between the 31st August and 2nd September.
With cigars acting as symbols of power, wealth and success, it is no surprise that many famous people smoke them! Take our quiz to find out which famous stogie smoker you are most like!
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