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Saturday, July 25, 2026

Toasted Oak, a Cigar, and a Summer Evening

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Not long ago, a friend recommended Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon to me. Knowing we share a similar appreciation for well-crafted bour...
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Thursday, July 23, 2026

A Pairing Rooted in Tradition

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Perhaps I’ve been feeling nostalgic about our visits to Italy, or perhaps the warm summer evenings have simply had me reaching for lighter, ...
Monday, July 20, 2026

Summer Skies, a Bourbon Spritz, and a Fine Cigar

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For our Sunday afternoon aperitivo, Colleen’s usual warm-weather choice is an Aperol Spritz. I’ll often join her in that selection, but this...
Thursday, July 16, 2026

A Sweltering Evening with Southern Draw and Montenegro

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The news and social media are full of reports about the extreme heat affecting much of the country, Virginia included. For my part, I accept...
Monday, July 13, 2026

Bright Hops, Dark Tobacco

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On a recent warm evening, I got a hankering for a nice cold beer — or two — to accompany my cigar. I still had some Sierra Nevada Torpedo Ex...
Friday, July 10, 2026

Five O'Clock Friday: Benefits of a Clean Palate

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A fresh palate is important. Just sayin'. Cheers!
Thursday, July 9, 2026

Worth the Wait: Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Wheated Bourbon & L’Atelier LAT56

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Between a busy — but enjoyable — travel schedule and uncooperative weather, opportunities to sit back with a cigar and whiskey pairing have ...
Sunday, July 5, 2026

The Saint with Cigars in His Pocket

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Yesterday, July 4, marked the first celebration of the feast of Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati following his canonization by Pope Leo XIV on Se...