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Dear aficionados, We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new online shop. Our team is proud to present a completely revamped platform, designed to make your shopping experience smoother, faster and more enjoyable. What's new? 1. clean, modern design Navigate with ease, thanks to the new [...].

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Want to know how to enjoy a cigar? We assume you're not yet familiar with our world. Congratulations! You've agreed to discover a world that will continue to surprise you with each passing day. Forget the tired stereotype of the pudgy capitalist carrying a wad of cash and smoking a cigar. That image is completely out of touch with reality. It's a message we're keen to share, thanks in no small part to the exponential growth of social media.
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When it comes to discovering a new passion like cigar tasting, it can be hard to know where to start. If you've made the decision to enter the wonderful world of cigars, one of the most difficult decisions you'll have to make is choosing the cigar that will make your first experience [...].

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Latest articles on Cigarpassion

Some occasions deserve great cigars. New Year's Eve is one such occasion. To help you enjoy an unforgettable New Year's Eve, we've selected some of the finest cigars available on the market. You'll find exceptional modules from different terroirs, at a variety of prices. Arturo Fuente Don Carlos [...]

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From simple receptacles for some, to veritable collector's items for others, cigar boxes are an integral part of cigar culture. Unlike humidors, their purpose is not to preserve cigars over time, but to facilitate their transport and protect them from external aggression. They [...]

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A true source of pleasure, cigars offer a wide variety of aromas and flavors that make each tasting experience unique. Although some people have a more developed sense of taste and smell than others, the perception and recognition of different aromatic notes, even the most subtle, is not generally an instinctive process. In order to [...]

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Whether you're planning to become a cigar sommelier or just a cigar enthusiast, blind tasting is the ideal way to develop your palate and sharpen your senses. Used every year by Cigar Aficionado magazine to draw up its famous list of the "25 best cigars of the year", this exercise enables you to evaluate a cigar objectively, [...].

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The creation of a cigar involves many stages, from the cultivation of the plants to the blending of the different tobaccos. While the tobacco processing stages generally meet the same requirements as those of most premium cigar manufacturers, the blending stage is a singular one, through which [...].

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On Thursday, October 5, 2023, we were delighted to welcome 30 guests to the launch of the brand's brand new Calibre 58 cigar. The evening took place on the terrace of the sumptuous Domaine du Golf Impérial, offering a warm and intimate setting on a cool October evening. À [...]

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To mark the start of 2024 in style, Davidoff is making a comeback with a special edition of its "Year of" collection, featuring the Dragon, the emblematic and revered figure of the Chinese calendar: the "Year of the Dragon". This twelfth sign joins the previous editions of the collection launched in 2013 [...].

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With around 6 million cigars produced each year, Padrón is one of the least prolific premium cigar manufacturers in the industry. Nevertheless, its cigars are celebrated by aficionados the world over. From Cuba to Nicaragua, by way of Miami and Honduras, this family-run business has undergone many changes and [...].

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If you're a fan of Cuban cigars, you've probably already noticed that some of the most famous brands in the Habanos S.A. catalog also exist on the American market, under similar names. However, these cigars are not made in Cuba, but in the Dominican Republic, Honduras and the United States. But then [...]

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Many cigar aficionados like to enjoy their cigars with a drink. Far from distorting the aromatic palette of a cigar, this type of pairing can enhance and amplify your tasting experience when done correctly. In this article, we give you some keys to successful pairing. What is a pairing? The art of [...]

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On Wednesday June 21, 2023, La Couronne had the honor of immersing some twenty cigar aficionados in a never-before-seen experience dedicated to the Meir de Meerapfel collection. The evening was a perfect reflection of our shared passion for the delicate art of cigar tasting. We would like to express our deep gratitude to @Meerapfel [...].

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Join us for an exceptional evening dedicated to the discovery and tasting of Calibre cigars, and discover the new Calibre 58. When? Thursday, October 05, 6.30pm Where ? Golf Club du Domaine Impérial, Villa Prangins 1196 Gland On the program for this exceptional evening: Calibre cigar tasting - On arrival, you'll be greeted by a [...].

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In recent years, anti-smoking legislation has significantly reduced smoking areas. As an aficionado, it's not always easy to know where to enjoy your cigars once you're out of the house. Fortunately, there are many smoking rooms in Switzerland where you can enjoy top-quality cigars in a relaxed atmosphere.

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As a cigar enthusiast, it's very likely that you share your passion with some of your friends. Like wine, cigars bring people together and allow them to escape together. Organizing a cigar tasting is therefore an excellent way to spend time with your loved ones, whether at a [...]

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Discover Meerapfel's luxurious "Meir" line of cigars, a tribute to age-old tradition and timeless elegance.
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