My Biography
I am a 21-year-old law student based in Chicago, Illinois. I am passionate about many things (football, tequila, law, etc.), with cigars being one of my greatest. Though I am inexperienced with Cuban cigars specifically, I aim to enjoy them while educating myself about their history and importance.
What was the first cigar you ever smoked?
Though I cannot remember the first cigar that I smoked, I do keep a journal of most of my smokes. The first entry I choose to forget as the cigar was rather disappointing (see worst cigar you've ever smoked question), but the second entry is when I smoked the Illusione Original Documents Maduro MJ12 2007 Toro Gordo on August 5, 2021.
Which is your desert-island cigar?
Perdomo 10th Anniversary Champagne Super Toro
What is the worst cigar you’ve ever smoked?
Lost & Found SuperStroke Toro (I rated it a 5.5/10)
What is your greatest cigar-related memory?
As my father lived in the middle east throughout my childhood, I was extremely excited to see him at my high school graduation in 2018. When he came, he brought with him a box of Cuban cigars. At the time, I had never smoked a cigar and had really no interest in smoking cigars. We climbed onto the fire escape and he lit one for me. I did not pay attention to the name at all as I was excited to "smoke" for the first time. As I took my first puff, I remember the feeling of warmth that I got. Though I am sure I did not smoke the cigar properly and did not follow the proper cigar rituals, that memory will always stick with me. Since then, I still have not been able to identify the cigars I was smoking, but I will always remember sharing my first cigar with my father.
What is your favourite cigar brand?
Davidoff of Geneva
https://us.davidoffgeneva.com/
What is your favourite cigar accessory?
El Casco Chrome Cigar Cutter
https://www.kirbyallison.com/el-casco-chrome-cigar-cutter.html?queryID=0ca6f9f87646bf8d2a0a9cd618bc72cc&objectID=1298&indexName=prod_default_products
What is your favourite cigar shop?
Anthony's Cigar Emporium
4419 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718
What is your favourite lounge?
Merchants Cigar Bar
1125 1st Ave., New York, NY 10065
What is your favourite method of ignition?
Matches. Specifically, three matches. No more, no less.
What is your favourite cut?
Classic Straight Cut. However, I have enjoyed crown cuts recently though I know they can be controversial.