Yiorgos

About this author:

Originally from Greece, Yiorgos moved to Ireland in 2004. It was a year after he was introduced to the world of cigars, when Mark offered him what he remembers to be his first Cohiba Robusto. Since then, Yiorgos has developed a keen interest in the cigar industry and is continiously trying to further his knowledge of all its dimensions. While his family and work are his highest priority, he has found his pursuit of cigars to be more than just a hobby; a passion.

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August 21st, 2010

Diplomatico No.2

Diplomatico is one of Cuba’s relatively newer brands. Released back in 1966, Diplomatico was launched and marketed as a milder and cheaper alternative to the Montecristo range. The brand was created for the French market initially, but it wasn’t long before they became popular in the rest of Europe and worldwide. The original release of the Diplomatico [...]

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August 18th, 2010

2011 Regional Editions - Preliminary list

A little later than last year, the preliminary list of the Regional Editions of 2011 has surfaced. Long as always, the list includes 23 vitolas in total, from 12 different brands and for 17 regions.

An interesting addition to the list is the thin and slender “Selectos Finos” from La Escepción, a brand which was discontinued [...]

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August 18th, 2010

Photos from our August Herf

Some photos from our latest herf, on Monday August 16th in the Morgan Hotel. We all had a great night, filled with drinks and some great cigars! If you want to join us on the next one, keep an eye on this space for arrangements.

Harry, Paddy and Dara smoking their Monte D’s

Mark, Ian ans John, [...]

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August 12th, 2010

La Gloria Cubana Glorioso - RE United Kingdom

The La Gloria Cubana Glorioso was released in 2008 as part of the Regional Edition program for the UK. The Glorioso was the first ever regional to be released by the brand, so Habanos had to put together an attractive package for this demanding region. The popularity of La Gloria Cubana has been fading in the [...]

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August 6th, 2010

August Herf, Monday August 16th @8pm, Morgan Hotel

After herfing three times in July, we needed a couple of weeks to recover. August is here though, so we shouldn’t leave it too long before herfing again!
Our August Herf will take place on Monday August 16th 2010, in the Morgan Hotel Temple Bar, from 8pm onwards. Come along for a few drinks and a [...]

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August 4th, 2010

Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo du Dauphin

I have recently taken a liking for thinner ring gauge cigars, after smoking some delicious panetelas,lonsdales and coronas. These sizes are no longer considered “favourite” sizes, with Habanos axing them every year to make space for the current fashion, that dictates cigars should have a ring gauge larger than 50. We are being fed with these new releases [...]

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August 3rd, 2010

5 must have iTunes apps for cigar lovers

Habanos Club
Habanos Club is a relatively new application in iTunes, but is one of the most useful for the cigar lover. It is developed by Phoenicia T.A.A. Cyprus, one of Habanos’ largest distributors worldwide. The application has some very informative features, regarding the history of each Brand as well as all their vitolas currently [...]

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July 26th, 2010

Pictures from July Herfs

Some pictures from our last two herfs, on July 13th and 22nd and our special guests, Smithy, Arild and Ida.

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July 26th, 2010

1998 Trinidad Fundadores Images

Full box of 1998 Trinidad Fundadores in JJ Fox. Can you resist???

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July 18th, 2010

Mini Herf, Thursday July 22nd

Meeting up for a herf every time a friend from abroad visits Ireland tends to become a fashion, or maybe an excuse to meet up for a smoke. Aussie Smitty smoked with us last week and he is a great character. This week, another BOTL from abroad is visiting Ireland for a few days, Arild [...]

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