Ferio Tego's Michael Herklots explains that new cigar smokers shouldn’t feel obligated to begin with mild or flavored cigars. 💨 Since most people already have defined tastes in food and drink, the best approach is to pick cigars that match those preferences. Fans of bold flavors like bourbon or espresso may gravitate toward richer blends, while lighter choices such as coffee with cream or light beer point to gentler cigars. 🔥 The idea is to meet your palate where it already is rather than work

Check out October 2025 picks for our Cigar of the Month Club Box! 🔥💨 The leaves are changing colors, the days are getting shorter, and the weather is starting to cool—October represents the perfect time of the year to spend time outside enjoying top-shelf cigars. This month’s Expert-Selected Collection highlights craftsmanship and character, offering blends perfect for game-day gatherings, harvest feasts, or fireside relaxation. Celebrate the season with cigars that embody deep flavors, refine

When it comes to pairing cigars, alcohol isn’t the only choice. As Ferio Tego's Michael Herklots points out, the best pairings are about flavor and texture—not proof. 🔥 In fact, higher alcohol content often works against the cigar, rather than with it. During the blending process, cigars are typically enjoyed with water, coffee, or Coca-Cola, and those remain timeless companions. Coffee, soft drinks, seltzers, and tea all bring their own character to the experience, enhancing the cigar’s nuance