Welcome to the World of the Aficionado

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 by Pat The Cigar Guy
ARTURO FUENTE HEMINGWAY BEST SELLER CAMEROON PERFECTOIf you have just discovered the wonderful world of cigars, welcome aboard the ship called, "aficionado". You have now embarked on a voyage that will probably go on for the rest of your life. No worries there because it's going to be the most relaxing trip you have ever taken and there's no way that you would want to get off the boat in any case. Thousands of new smokes are awaiting your personal judgment. Exclusive, high-rated brands will accentuate important occasions. In your search for a favorite smoke, you are going to learn about the different flavors associated with different wrappers, fillers, and brands.

You are going to learn about humidors and how to protect your treasured collection of cigars. In joining a cigar of the month club, participating in cigar auctions, and buying cigar samplers, you are going to add to your collection without breaking the bank. You will discover when and where to enjoy your prized possessions as well as more common, everyday smokes. With time, you might try and enjoy flavored smokes crafted by the creative folks at ACID. You might find out that you like Swisher Sweets or Backwoods Smokes more than the hand-wrapped brands. No matter where this voyage takes you, it's guaranteed to be a good one.

Find all of your cigars and smoke-related needs at the Thompson online cigar store today!

Which Cigars to Bring on a Trip?

Monday, January 16, 2012 by Pat The Cigar Guy
If you need to do any amount of traveling, cigars should be one of the main items on your NUB BY OLIVA HABANO 460 HABANO ROTHSCHILDchecklist of things to pack. Don't expect to be able to find the cigars you like no matter where you are headed because they might not be available or smoke shops might be hard to find. If you do come across a good tobacco shop, it might also be a lot more expensive than the place where you usually buy your cigars. This will certainly be the case if you make all of your cigar-related purchases from a trusted online cigar store. It's much easier just to pack and bring all of the cigars you need for the trip.

It's easy to just recommend bringing your favorite brands of cigars when traveling but why not try something new for a change? Here are a couple of suggestions for cigars to bring with you when taking a trip:
  • ACID Cigars: If you haven't tried one of these quality, flavored smokes, a trip to a new destination is one of the best excuses for seeing why so many aficionados love this brand.
  • A cigar sampler: Buy an interesting sampler before the trip and try a different smoke each night of your travels.
  • A five pack: Get a five pack of a brand you have yet to try and use your trip as en excuse for trying them.
Find all of the cigars and smoke-related accessories you need for traveling at Thompson Cigars today.

ACID Cigarillos are just as Good as Their Full-Sized Cigars

Tuesday, December 6, 2011 by Pat The Cigar Guy
ACID, that innovative player in the world of cigars, is famous for making creative smokes with ACID KRUSH CLASSICS BLUE CONNECTICUT CIGARILLO INFUSEDinfused flavors. They produce a fair variety of smokes that showcase different flavors, wrappers, and filler tobacco. In addition to their full-sized, hand-rolled smokes, ACID cigars are also available as cigarillos. This smaller version of a cigar is exactly that. Although some aficionados view these pint-sized smokes as being incomparable to larger, properly named cigars, many cigarillos provide an excellent smoking experience.

If that weren't the case, the proud aficionados at ACID would never even offer their own brand of cigarillos. Known as "Krush Classics" these ACID smokes are just as good as their big brothers. They are infused with the same secret ACID formulas, complex tobacco blends, and quality wrappers that have made this cigar company famous. The small size is ideal for those times when you feel like having an ACID smoke but want to save that ACID Red or Blue for another, more time-friendly occasion. It's the perfect way to get a quick taste of an ACID smoke to remind you of the better things in life.

Find and save on Krush Classics by ACID at your favorite online cigar store.

Broaden Your Smoking Experience with Flavored Cigars

Wednesday, November 16, 2011 by Pat The Cigar Guy
One of the best things about being an aficionado is knowing that you can be surprised every time you try a new brand of cigars. Even brands you are familiar with can surprise you CAO FLAVOURS C.A.O. CHERRYBOMB TUBO CAMEROON MINI CIGARILLO CHERRYwith different flavors but no matter how often you read the information that comes with your monthly cigar sampler, you don't really know what the experience will be like until you try that unfamiliar brand. The variety of cigar brands, wrappers, and tobacco provides aficionados with hundreds of smoking experiences to choose from. Nevertheless, no matter how many cigars you smoke, you are going to broaden your cigar smoking horizons even further when you add a flavored cigar to the mix.

Although every cigar has flavor, not every cigar has extra flavors that have been added to the tobacco. This in no way replaces tobacco in any form. The flavors and scents of cured leaf are present but they become heightened with the tastes of vanilla, chocolate, cherry, and even mango. Just a few of the many flavored cigar brands to choose from are:
  • Dolce Vita Cigarillos: Flavored with vanilla for a seriously smooth smoke.
  • CAO flavored cigars: These high quality smokes come in a number of flavors.
  • ACID cigars: Some of the best flavored smokes around, try one of these innovative cigars and see why they became so successful.
Buy these and other flavored cigars at the best online cigar store.

Get A Box of "Wafes" And Smoke The Only Cigar That Holds A Patent

Tuesday, November 1, 2011 by Pat The Cigar Guy
JAVA BY DREW ESTATE MADURO WAFE MADURO ROBUSTOWhat's a "wafe" you ask? No, this isn't a misspelling of a word that refers to a wandering, hapless individual. A "wafe" is the only type of cigar that has a patent so perhaps it also deserves a new word to describe it. Designed and patented by the Drew Estate (the people behind the innovative and aromatic ACID Cigars), wafes are rectangular, fairly flat cigars. They aren't as big as other cigars but they have just as much flavor. The Drew Estate manufactures more than one type of wafe. Here are two of the best:
  • The Java Maduro Robusto: This medium body smoke is filled with rich Nicaraguan tobacco and infused with cocoa and espresso flavors. A Brazilian wrapper is also used to boost its chocolate, spicy edge. 
  • The Java Latte Wafe: Produced in limited numbers, the lucky few who posses this excellent, pressed cigar will enjoy a mild to medium, high quality smoke. Like the Java Maduro Robusto Wafe, the Latte is infused with cocoa and espresso but its Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper gives it a wonderful, creamy flavor.
These special cigars make for an excellent gift to aficionados who enjoy an occasional, mild-mannered smoke.

Experience the Rebirth of Cigars with ACID Smokes

Monday, October 31, 2011 by Pat The Cigar Guy
ACID ONE CAMEROON TORPEDO INFUSEDACID Cigars look like your traditional smokes and then again, they don't. Produced by the Drew Estate, these aromatic smokes have become hugely popular among aficionados and have acted as an excellent introduction to the world of cigars. Relatively new on the cigar scene, the bold changes that ACID Cigars brought to the table convinced many an aficionado that these smokes were destined to rise and fall just like so many other fads. However, more than a decade of rising success has proved the naysayers wrong. ACID is definitely here to stay and fans can't wait to see what they come up with next!

The motto of the Drew Estate is "The Rebirth of Cigars", and this gives you an idea of what to expect from this innovative company. Instead of sticking to traditional, classic cigars, they came up with smokes infused with the taste of chocolate, espresso, and other aromatic flavors. Different wrappers and shapes were combined with high quality Nicaraguan filler to create cigars that stood out from the crowd. These were new, different, and ended up being so good that they became a hit. Acid Cigar brands have also grown to include smokes with a more traditional appearance but that hasn't kept them from sticking to their motto.

To experience the rebirth of cigars, try an ACID sampler from online cigar stores.

The Art of Smoking a Cigar

Sunday, October 16, 2011 by Pat The Cigar Guy
ACID ONE CAMEROON TORPEDO INFUSEDThere is a certain amount of protocol to follow when smoking a cigar. It's not the type of product that requires the simple opening of a package for ready and routine use. No, cigars are far too refined for such generic treatment. Everyone has their own way of enjoying them, but try this protocol for a truly satisfying smoke:
  1. Decide on a cigar and pick a place to smoke it: First and foremost, you need to pick out your choice of smoke. If looking for a soulful, relaxing experience, try one of those limited edition cigars crafted by Padron or ACID that have been carefully hand-wrapped with choice tobacco leaves. Then, head to a place where you can enjoy a quality smoke without interruptions.
  2. Prepare the cigar with a cutter: Get your cigar ready for smoking by properly cutting it. This shouldn't be done with scissors or a knife. While those instruments will work in a pinch, they aren't going to give the clean, straight cut provided by a device specifically designed for cutting cigars. A cigar cutter neatly cuts your smoke with a straight line to enable a proper and thorough draw.
  3. Light the cigar: Once again, you could light your cigar with any sort of flame but why risk lessening the experience when there are devices engineered for this important purpose? Use the steady flame of a cigar lighter to properly light your smoke.
  4. Enjoy the smoke: Most of all, sit back and enjoy your cigar to the fullest.
To enhance your cigar smoking experience, get cigars and accessories from online cigar stores.

Drew Estates

Thursday, October 13, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Simpkinsfire from Union, Ohio reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

Great sampler!

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado, Special Occasion Smoker

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Amazing deal!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Sam from Pittsburgh, PA reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

Great!!!!!

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Great Flavor
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

i love acid

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Customer Reviews

b.m.f from anderson ca. reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

this is a great sampler

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: And a cool metal tin, Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Anytime, Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

good starter value for first time acid s

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 by Customer Reviews

cutter from Minden Nv reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

These acid cigars are a good buy for first time acid cigar smokers. You may not like all the different infusions ,but there is only one that i did not care for.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light Cons: Inconsistent Flavor
Best Uses: Events, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Nice assortment with a collector tin

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Scooter Tramp from Wisconsin reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

This was a nice assortement of Acid cigars. It gave me a better appreciation and understanding of the Acid line. I liked the Extra Ordinary Larry the most. It had a very unique aroma and flavor. I've had several more of the Extra Ordinary Larry's since ordering the assortment.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper
Best Uses: Events, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Weekend chuffer

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

AWSOME!!!!!

Monday, October 10, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Chuck from Cairo, Egypt reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

Great cigars, YOU have to try these, different but I really like them and so did my friends.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Great deal

Monday, October 10, 2011 by Customer Reviews

OK Jeeper from Northern, Mi reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

great deal for the price. gives you a wide variety from acid to try and figure out which ones you like without paying the singles prices at a B&M or buying a whole box. b/c some of the acid flavors are extremely unique and an aquired taste, so at this price if you dont smoke the whole thing you dont feel as bad as if you paid 10 bucks a stick for it.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday, Gifts
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Best way to try Acid Cigars

Sunday, October 9, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Vic Traveler from Phoenix Az reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

You can not go wrong with Acid Cigars. Drew Estates is #1.If you like flavored cigars they are the best choice hands down!

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Excellent Sampler

Sunday, October 9, 2011 by Customer Reviews

SteveP from Harrisburg, NC reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

This is a nice sampler for someone who wants to explore the Acid line.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Fantastic Cigars

Saturday, October 8, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Dino The Dinosaur from Minneapolis, MN reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

Acids are spendy, so when they came on sale you cannot imagine how happy I was to grab a box.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Good if you like flavored cigars.

Saturday, October 8, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Jack the ripper from D.C. Metro reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

These cigars are good and a good value. I would buy these agian.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Cons: Inconsistent Flavor
Best Uses: Events, Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado, Special Occasion Smoker

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

awesome sampler

Friday, October 7, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Fat Carl from Bloomfield, NJ reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

great price for one of each Acid cigar....the only Christmas present I bought myself

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday, Gifts
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.

Great Cigars!

Friday, October 7, 2011 by Customer Reviews

Max from St. Clair Shores, Mich. reviewed the ACID COLLECTOR TIN ASSORTMENT INFUSED

I love to smoke them on my boat with a good single malt or bourbon and watch a nice sunset.I also wish that they were made for a longer smoking time.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Cons: Want a longer smoke time
Best Uses: Events, I love them on my boat, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

The Acid Collector Tin is a Thompson best seller, and for good reason. We have selected 14 of the most unique Acid blends currently produced. This sampler will consist of (1) Extra Ordinary Larry, (1) Nasty, (1) Toast, (1) Subculture Ming, (1) Acid One, (1) Cold Infusion Tea, (1) Atom Maduro, (1) Kuba Kuba, (1) Blondie & (5) C-Notes Cigarillos.

Note: Sizes may vary from picture.