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I'm going to do a master class focusing on my 5 tier Cuban cigar rating classifications. PM if you are interested in this in depth lecture and discussion of the most accurate way to evaluate and appreciate your precious cigars. Space is limited.

It's no surprise to me that two of the most polarizing figures that have infiltrated the cigar industry have created a pay to play masterclass. The other being Brian Desind of Privada Cigar Club (I'd personally argue that guy has done far more damage to the cigar world than Kirby ever will). Only thing I have to admit I'd be intrigued by is really diving into the process of the agricultural aspects of cigars as well as the blending process with Klaas. Bias aside, I think it would be fascinating. Granted, there's plenty of free content covering that already available so my own sole argument is already shot down lol. Don't you guys miss the days when the biggest drama in the cigar world was everyone coming out with a 60 ring gauge plus cigar. Ego left unchecked is a dangerous thing.

Sadly the A+ editing doesn't extend to spelling.

How was it? I have a 10 box coming same box code.

Last night's Libertador (2018) & Siglo IV (2017) . Now enjoying a RGPC (2017). All from our gracious host.

Sour Cream's not a note I hear often. I'm curious now..

Punch Super Selection No.1 RE Thailand. These are delicious and abundant. In a 50 cab... tempting even with the crazy Thai tax.

I am glad someone else saw the reviews before they deleted him. I thought I was going crazy.

The YouTube face of “this thing of ours” has distilled it all down to an annually billed cash-grab Masterclass. Have we reached top of grift mountain? The now-deleted ChatGPT reviews section was the best part…Mark D. from Chicago left his [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ review after watching all 22 hours of content before it was even available to be watched: “Worth Every Minute — My Cigar Skills Improved Instantly. Cigar Masters feels calm, polished, and serious about the craft. It doesn't talk down to you or oversell anything. You just learn, at your own pace." Susan R. from Florida couldn’t stop smiling as she wrote “[emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ [emoji294]️ What stood out to me most was how balanced it is. Cuban, New World, history, technique — it all connects naturally. It feels curated, not thrown together." This is like Chef Boyardee running a 24 hour cooking seminar in front of IMAX cameras with Thomas Keller and Morimoto as surprise (to them, Punk’d style) walk-on guests.

Quai d'Orsay No.52 - GRB May 2024...

San Cristóbal de la Habana la Fuerza 1.5 y/o. Pretty good. Quai D'Orsay No50 (1y/o). Not my favourite QdO but still good. Quai D'Orsay No52 (2y/o). Quite good 1st third. Let's see how it goes. Have a great Sunday.

By the way I am not quite sure that is the issue. The La Gloria Cubana Medaille d’Or Especial Edición Regional shows up just fine.

Grotesque. Cigar keep not working out then. Try something else. I hope the masters used in the material get decent commission.

I'll have to go find the bands from the release. I don't remember them being textured. Is that like doing up the bottom button of a suit jacket? Grotesque?

PSDP Rat May 21 from our host. Sour cream on show.

How was the Wise Man?

No you wouldn't.

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Those cigars are so good the bands could be made of toilet paper and I wouldn't care. Okay, so I would probably draw the line at used toilet paper. 😝

Bit of a surprise to see myself front and centre on their list of masters.🤣 My involvement was an interview that Kirby and Adam shot with me in 2024. I don't recall saying anything especially revelatory, but hopefully it helps someone on their journey of cigar mastership. It was a fun experience. Lasted about an hour. I haven't seen any of the other content so I can't comment on that. One thing you're not going to be able to argue with is the production values. They had a whole set with multiple cameras, lights, about a 10 person crew. Every other interview I've ever done in cigar world has been shot on an phone, and if it's someone really professional they might have a lapel mic for you. Kirby is at a whole other level with that side of things.

Thursday night was the UK release of the Punch Nectares Irlandia Regional at James J. Fox. I think the cigar has improved in the months since the original release in Dublin. Good times, good cigars, good whisky, s***e weather but better than home.

I will! Unfortunately have a cold right now, but the regular Churchill Belicoso is one of my favorite non-Cuban short smokes. Incredible value and taste.

I have somewhat of an interest in those new Belicosos. As a mixed filler, I’m curious how they’ll compare to the regular Late Hour cigars. Please let us know what you think!

Aganorsa Supreme Leaf and Foundations The Wise Man Lancero while dinking with the car.

Agree with this wholeheartedly, but it falls outside of the parameters due to length, as you pointed out. My favorite 48rg, though, above the Connie 1, in my opinion.