Viva Italia! Italian Craftsmanship and the Pipe

Italian Pipes

Viva Italia! When one thinks of Milan Italy, the first thing that comes to mind might be Alfa Romeo cars, the fashion houses of Armani or Prada, or perhaps the famed opera performed at La Scala. The fabric that weaves all of these together is the level of perfection involved in Italian craftsmanship. And to […]

Step Into the Light..

Cigar Collection

It’s getting dark outside earlier now, but there’s an easy way to brighten your day by choosing a smooth, mild cigar. For people new to the joy of cigar smoking and experienced aficionados alike, these lighter blends invite us to slow down and appreciate their subtlety.

The assortment pictured above includes some of our favorites and they all have one thing in common: a Connecticut Shade wrapper.

Ashton Cigars: A Lasting Friendship

Ashton Cigars

Ashton Cigars: A Lasting Friendship Few of us are fortunate to say we have had a friendship spanning decades, but the cigar industry has fostered several for which we are truly grateful. David Berkebile and Robbie Levin of Holt’s Cigar Company in Philadelphia came up together in the industry as retailers, often sharing their insights […]