The Cigar Authority

Father's Day Cigars with La Gianna

Dave is back from Miami as we celebrate Father’s Day with Dave’s Daughter La Gianna.

Each year Two Guys Smoke Shop hosts an annual sit down dinner featuring the Father & Son or Daughter brand owner. This year we celebrate with Father (David Garofalo) and his Daughter as the La Gianna brand celebrates its 25th Anniversary. We sit down with Gianna herself as we learn about her history with the cigar industry. We will fire up a cigar from the Care Package as we light up La Gianna Natural Torpedo as we put Gianna on the hot seat and maybe get her to dish the dirt on her Father.

In the second hour we will light up the La Gianna Maduro Torpedo as we continue our conversation with Father & Daughter. We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/

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The After Show – What Are the Must Have Cigar Accessories?

Today, on The After Show, we talk about cigar accessories. We share out thoughts on lighters, cutters, humidors and more. The After Show is brought to you by RoMa Craft Tobac.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.

How to Taste & Age Cigars

With Dave Garofalo in Miami the boys are in charge. This week they take a couple of mailbags and turn it into a show.

In the first hour Mr. Jonathan addresses the question, “How do you guys taste all those flavors you mention every week?” While some of us think Mr.J makes them up, there is actually a science behind it. Mr. J shares information about our palates, olfactory receptors and flavor wheels. We will even share some tips on how to make it easier to taste the notes we do all while smoking the Perdomo Champagne Epicure from the Cigar Authority Care Package.

In the second hour Barry will address a question that came in last week about aging cigars. Not every cigar will age well, and the same brand from different vintages might not age the same. However, there are tips to aging cigars and what to look for to determine of there is a chance they will age well. We will do this while we smoke the La Flor Dominicana 50th Segunda Edition TAA.

We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/

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The After Show – What Are Our Favorite Varieties of Tobacco?

Today, on The After Show, we talk about our favorite varieties of tobacco and tackle some listener email. From Pelo de Oro to Pennsylvania broadleaf, there’s something for everyone. The After Show is brought to you by RoMa Craft Tobac.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.

How To Blend A Cigar with Special Guest Willy Herrera

How important is a cigar blender and what role do the play when it comes to a cigar? We will interview Willy Herrera from Drew Estate Cigars as we talk about his path from small boutique factory in Calle Ocho (Miami), Florida to one of the largest in Esteli, Nicaragua.

In the first hour of The Cigar Authority we will light up the Herrera Esteli Brazil Maduro Toro Especial from the Care Package as we share our thoughts on this cigar that started showing up at retailers the end of 2018.

In the second hour of the show we will fire up a cigar that was exclusive to TAA Stores such as Two Guys Smoke Shop with the Don Pepin Garcia Original 2019 TAA Exclusive. We will share our thoughts on this cigar and catch up on some mail bags as well.

We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/

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The After Show Catches Up On Listener Email

Today, on The After Show, we catch up on the email. A lot of it seems to center around mushrooms, dope and personal freedom. The After Show is brought to you by RoMa Craft Tobac.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/

Pairing Candy Bars With Cigars

David is a veteran of the cigar industry and as a result he has been to more IPCPR trade shows than most. This week however he went to the candy convention on behalf of his other podcast, The Snack Authority. How do the two compare? What goodies did he bring back?

This week on The Cigar Authority we pair candy with cigars. In the first hour we light up a Nub Cameroon as we feast on confectionary goodies. Will one pairing stand out over the other? Is chocolate as good as an alcoholic beverage?

In the second hour we light up the Tatuaje 2019 TAA as we continue talking snacks and cigars on the most listened to cigar podcast in the world.

We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.

Never miss an episode by subscribing to the show via iTunes and Podbean.

The After Show Talks with Nelson Alfonso

Today, on The After Show, we continue our discussion with Nelson Alfonso from Selected Tobacco. However, this discussion focuses on his work with the Cuban brands and his view on the state of cigar making in Cuba. The After Show is brought to you by RoMa Craft Tobac.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.

How Does Nelson Alfonso Make Amazing Cigars?

We all know how important tobacco is when it comes to making a cigar. This week we look at what makes Atabey, Byron and Bandolero amazing cigars as we sit down with Nelson Alfonso and delve into how it fits into the name Selected Tobacco.

In the first hour we will light up a cigar from the care package, Bandolero Traviesos as share the story of the mythical Bandolero.

In the second hour we fire up an Atabey and share the legend surrounding its name as we continue to talk with Nelson Alfonso.

Join us on The Cigar Authority, the most listened to cigar podcast in the world. We will have all the usual suspects including Versus, Offer of the Day, Cigar News and a peek into the Asylum.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.

The After Show Talks About the Health Benefits of Cigars

Today, on The After Show, we continue the discussion on the health benefits of cigars. Why are they legalizing hallucinogenic mushrooms but attacking cigars? The After Show is brought to you by RoMa Craft Tobac.

The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH and as always you can find many of the cigars we discuss at http://www.2GuysCigars.com/.