Princeton Humidor Collection


CNX Cigar CounselUnless otherwise noted,
all articles written by
Steve Saka



Year 2000 RTDA Review

Join us for this indepth and insightful review of the 68th Annual RTDA Convention. Learn about many of the new products, what's hot and what's not, and the general buzz from this annual cigar trade exposition. Also included is a list recommending some of the best new cigars introduced at the show worth trying.


The Ultimate Cigar Storage Manifesto

For years I have been meaning to devote the time and effort to writing a top shelf cigar storage primer. This is a straight forward, easy to understand reference that not only shares with you the "ins and outs" of proper cigar care, but also dispels many of the myths purported by others. It includes concise everyday advice and truths based on centuries of shared experience. So if your looking for sage stogie storage guidance there is no better source than The Ultimate Cigar Storage Manifesto.


Year 2000 Cuban Cigar
Prices In Cuba
Compiled By Fred & Lynn Kuzyk

One of the most common questions we receive here at CigarNexus is, "What are the prices of cigars in Cuba?" Well thanks to the work of Fred & Lynn Kuzyk we are proud to be able to publish the most current and largest list of these prices to date. You will be amazed at just how inexpensive fine Habanas can be procured for when you visit the source!


New Cuban Warranty Seal:
The Inside & Invisible Scoop
By John Chunko

Boxes of Cuban cigars are now being shipped with a new, updated Warranty Seal. In a move aimed at making it much more difficult for counterfeiters to package and sell fake Cuban cigars, Habanos S.A., the company which is responsible for the export of Cuban cigars, has modified the look (both visible and invisible) of the familiar green and white "Cuban Government Warranty Seal of 1912" which adorns all legitimate boxes of Havana cigars.


Machine Made Havanas:
Luxury on Budget?
By John Chunko & Steve Saka

Handmade "Havanas" have long been regarded as highly prized luxury commodities. As such, they are priced accordingly making them obscenely expensive for the average wallet. However, Cuba manufactures seven-fold their premium production in lesser grade and lower priced machine-made vitolas. Join us for this introduction to these budget Cuban cigars and our recommended list of 21 machine-made vitolas to try.


Habanos Box Codes
CNX Exclusive!!!

"NIVELACUSO" is dead. Habanos S.A. has finally begun shipping boxes of cigars with the new factory/date codes that they have been talking about for nearly two years. Learn all the new codes regarded as "super top secret" by Habanos officials only here on CigarNexus.com!


Burn Baby' Burn

Few things can be as aggravating while trying to relax as a cigar that burns unevenly. Here are some insights into the reasons that this occurs, the different types of burn problems, and some practical suggestions on how to correct a poor burning cigar.


The Havana Shopping List

Selecting a Havana cigar for the uninitiated can be a daunting task, particularly without knowing the individual's personal tastes. Here is a shopping list of internationally distributed Havanas that will expose the smoker to the wide spectrum of what is available from Cuba.


Cigar Aging?Cigar Aging

Did you know that cigars improve with time like a fine wine? If you are smoking your cigars as soon as you purchase them you are missing out on the tremendous smoking experience of enjoying aged cigars. Read this primer detailing the benefits and basics of cigar aging and reap the rewards of smoking a well-aged smoke.


The Ultimate Counterfiet
Cuban Cigar Primer

CigarNexus.com is proud to publish this invaluable online resource to help protect cigar smokers around the world from counterfeit Cuban cigars. As this problem has reached epidemic proportions over recent years, most of the advice published on the topic has lacked detail, been haphazard, and rather suspect at best. Our primer includes the details, insights, and the experienced guidance necessary to help you protect your wallet from "fugasi" Habanas.


Perfect-O-Nuptials?Perfect-O-Nuptials?

Ever wanted to share your love of cigars with your wife or girlfriend? Included in this article is helpful advice to assist you in introducing the pleasures of cigar smoking to your other love. Follow these straightforward tips and you are ensured cigar and marital bliss.


Got a Tough
Cigar Question?

Have you read something online or in a magazine that you think is suspect? Are you getting conflicting answers from your tobacconist? If so, then send your question to CNX. Every so often we will publish the answers to the most interesting questions we received over the previous months.

Q&A Current Edition
EDITION.05
 
EDITION.04
EDITION.03
EDITION.02
EDITION.01

[ Home | Welcome | MOTT | Contest | SSS | Museum | Scrapbook | JC's Facts | Interview | Q & A | Counsel | Email ]
Princeton Humidor Collection
The CigarNexus Logo

Copyright ©1999 Nexus InterMedia LLC. All rights reserved.