Nicaragua has risen to the apex of the cigar making world over the last few decades, but now that status is being called into question.

Cigar makers have been drawn to Nicaragua for it's nutrient rich soil and the powerful leaf it produces. However, over the last few years, nearly every cigar making family has made bold moves to build brand new factories and cigar making infrastructure in Honduras. So has Nicaragua had it's 15 minutes of fame? Is Honduras going to become the new cigar making capital of the world? On tonight's episode, we'll talk about this topic and what it means for cigars long term.

Ever wonder what the people who make cigars actually smoke?

Tonight on Cigars Daily LIVE, we're diving into the world of farm rolled cigars—the unbanded blends rolled right on the factory floor, not for retail, not for ratings… but for the rollers themselves. These are the blends that never hit the shelves but hold a special place in the hearts of those who spend their days crafting cigars for the world.

We'll be lighting up some of these rare, rustic beauties and talking about what makes them so unique—from their construction and flavor to the down-to-earth culture that surrounds them. This is the side of the cigar world you don’t usually see—the behind-the-scenes smokes meant for the people who live and breathe this craft every single day.

In the cigar world, Corojo leaf is used by cigar makers to craft some of the most beloved blends we have today.

During this episode, we’ll discuss what makes Corojo such a valuable part of the blending process for so many cigar makers. We’ll look at where the Corojo seed was born, and how it has transformed over the years of moving around Latin America. Plus, we’ll answer your comments and questions

We’re living in a new era for the cigar aficionado. The cigar world used to be… well, a sausage fest. But these days, you’ll see more and more ladies in the local lounge than ever before. Today there are more ladies and couples in the world of cigars than there have ever been before. If makes my day when I see couples posting pics of their date night at a lounge or back porch with some inspiring blends.

At the same time, there’s still a massive group of guys who want to know how to introduce their romantic partners to the hobby. So for this episode, we’re joined by my wife, Allison The Wrench, and Billy’s wife, Michelle (who will likely have a nickname before the episode is over). They will be on the show to help discuss the ins and outs (no pun intended) of wooing the ladies with the potent perfume of cigars.

Who really is the king of the cigar making world? There are lots of contenders for this title. Hell, there's even a Master Blender Hall-of-Fame. If you ask 100 aficionados who is the best of them all, you're likely to get a lot of different responses. Some will favor newer boutique brands while others will swear by time tested names. During this episode, we'll be discussing some of the world's most premiere cigar makers and what sets them apart form everyone else.

The art of crafting cigars is timeless and traditional. It's not often that new methods pop up… and when they do, they're frequently novelties. During my 10 years in the cigar world, I have seen A LOT of 'new' ideas. And for the most part they are just ways to try and grab attention. But true innovation only happens in cigars then cigar makers redefine their creative process to bring a unique experience to aficionados. This week we will be diving into the immense effort that the Plasencia Family put into the Plasencia Alma Del Cielo (Soul of the Sky). This is the world's first high altitude cigar, and comes with a unique experience all it's very own.

In the fast evolving world of Limited Edition cigars, there's a race. It's a race to create the king of ALL LE blends on the market! Each cigar maker is hard at work to craft elite premium flavor that leaves the aficionado desperate for more. Some projects come out as one time, here today gone tomorrow, single releases. Others are made to be annual returns that bring cigar lovers back year after year. This year, Justin Andrews and AJ Fernandez are continuing their Whiskey Row Founders Collection project with Rabbit Hole Distillery. This year's release, the Raceking, is set to try to take the crown for Limited Edition luxuries. Tonight we'll look at the project, what went into creating it, and were it stacks up against the rest of the world of LE blends!

Today is truly a momentous day in the cigar world. We are just a week after the PCA trade show, where cigar makers have shown off their best and brightest new projects for 2025. I gotta tell you, there are some profoundly artistic new cigar in production right now! On this episode, we’ll discuss some of the best ones coming down the pipes to see what true aficionados are all excited about.