In Episode 027, we break down Steve Saka's advice on cigar smoking progression for beginners, debate the best coffee and cigar pairings, and review the Cigar Aficionado Top 25 list for 2025.

🔥 WHAT WE'RE SMOKING:

La Flor Dominicana Air Bender

RoMa Craft

Tabernacle Double Corona

Nica Rustica

Patina Anniversary

Crowned Heads Belgian Blue

LA Cigar Collective Gris Gris

💡 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

0:00 - Intro & What We're Smoking

0:46 - Gris Gris from LA Cigar Collective

2:53 - Shipping Woes & Online Cigar Orders

12:04 - Coffee & Cigar Pairings Discussion

21:36 - Steve Saka's Beginner Advice & Cigar Evolution

30:46 - Cigar Aficionado Top 25 Breakdown

42:58 - Eddie's Visit to Smokers Abbey Nashville

59:03 - Morning Cigars & Daily Routines

1:00:11 - Mobile Cigar Lounges & New Trends

📚 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

The natural progression from mild to full-bodied and back

Why wrapper color doesn't determine strength

Don't overbuy when you're starting out

Coffee pairs with almost any cigar

Updates on new cigar lounges and products

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