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The Ash Holes

United Podcast Network

The Ash Holes - A weekly cigar podcast dedicated to the cigar industry and other shenanigans surrounding it. We broadcast live from Studio 21 Podcast Cafe in Salem, NH.

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35:46

Indian Motorcycles Maduro Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/09/24

There is nothing like the classics and Indian Motorcycles are as classic as they come. It’s a piece of Americana that one can’t help but admire. However, when it comes to the cigar, Indian Motorcycles Maduro is anything but a classic Maduro. This week we fire one up and let you know if it should be considered a classic cigar. We will discuss how brand owner Phil Zanghi has ties to the company and it is an interesting story. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the

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38:59

La Galera Anemoi Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/09/17

This week we take a look at the La Galera Anemoi which is due to ship to retailers next week. The AshHoles fire up the latest from Jochy Blanco this week. The cigar is named after the Greek god of wind, and we let you know if this is something worthy to PSSITA. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final score. Along the way we will have all the craziness of The Ash

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37:17

The American by J.C. Newman Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/09/10

We are real Americans fighting for the rights of every cigar smoker and today we smoke the cigar that embodies American cigar manufacturers and smokers with The American by JC Newman. We light up this cigar that will be coming to retailers very soon in an extremely limited number. Is it worth tracking down? Does it do the heritage of American tobacco justice? Tune and and find out this week on The AshHoles. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma

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36:20

Henry Clay War Hawk Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/09/03

In March 2019, Altadis USA released the Henry Clay War Hawk which recognizes Henry Clay spearheading the movement that led to the War of 1812. Henry Clay rose to Speaker of of the US House of Representatives in the early 1800s where he was known as a staunch US nationalist. He was the leading voice who applied pressure to President James Madison to defend our young nation by declaring war again Britain in 1812. It was his view that military force was the only option left when it came to the British

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37:41

JFR Lunatic 8 x 80 Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/08/27

This week Aaron and Michael take a look at a cigar that is enormous. The Lunatics themselves take a look at the JFR Lunatic 8 x 80. We will share our thoughts and let you know if you are a lunatic for smoking it or a lunatic for passing it up. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final score. Along the way we will have all the craziness of The Ash Holes including a

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40:17

Hoyo de Monterrey Petit Robusto Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/08/20

One of the questions we get asked most is, do you guys carry Cuban cigars. The answer is no. Which is usually followed with, “Are Cubans as good as they say they are?” It’s a debate held among many cigar smokers, and we will let you know our thoughts if it’s worth the hype, or if it is a myth that should not be believed The guys will take a look at the Hoyo de Monterrey Petit Robusto which comes from an island 90 miles south of Miami. Is it any better then a Nicaraguan, Honduran or Dominican cigar,

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28:48

Intemperance BA Intrigue Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/08/13

If you mention one name in the cigar industry that gets Ash Hole Michael DiMare all hot and bothered, it is Skip Martin. He is a RoMaCraft fan boy to the extreme, and this week we light up the Intemperance BA Intrigue which features a Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper. He won’t be able to sit still and contain himself with glee, but will Ed Sullivan and Aarron Noonan feel the same way? Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show

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34:28

Hightower by Jose Dominguez Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/08/06

His factory makes cigars for many different companies, but often over-looked is his own line Jose Dominguez. Today we catch up with the man, the myth and the legend as we smoke a cigar that is unique in so many ways. The packaging looks like a sneaker box, the cigar sizes match up with the cigar prices (before any local taxes), and in lieu of a band, the name of the brand and its logo are laser etched right into the wrapper. Join us as we storm the caste and fire up Hightower. It’s a cigar that

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36:30

The Wayfarer by Serino Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/07/30

Tony Serino has been in the cigar industry for more than 20 years. You may not have heard of him until 2016 when he launched Serino cigars and then in 2017 his son Carson launched Wayfarer. The brand by was inspired by Carson Serino’s wanderings around Iceland. The Wayfarer has Nicarauan binder and filler and is wrapped with Ecuador Corojo ’99. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our

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37:39

H. Upmann 175th Anniversary Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/07/23

Anniversaries are usually worth celebrating and if you look back throughout cigar history many cigars that celebrated a milestone are often talked about as one of the best cigar of said line. This year, H. Upmann is celebrating their 175th Anniversary and while the cigar is still a few weeks away from retail The Ash Holes are #stackingdimes with this celebratory cigar made at the AJ Fernandez factory. We let you know if its a party worth attending… Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share

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39:32

El Tallo Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/07/16

Today, Oliver Nivaud reappears on The Ashholes. Oliver has been busy with United Cigar but stops in to have us sample El Tallo. El Tallo, translates as the stem. The cigar is true to its name given that the filler is comprised completely of stems. The cigar comes in a single size – 6x50. It has a Sumatran binder and Ecuadorian wrapper. As for the stems, they come from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and the USA. The cigar is produced at Jose Dominguez at the Tabacalera Magia Cubana factory. Be an

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37:37

Balmoral Paso Doble Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/07/09

Last year Royal Agio debuted the first ever Balmoral Serie Signatura called Dueto which was done with E.P. Carrillo. For the second collaboration they turn to Litto Gomez of La Flor Dominicana. The Balmoral Paso Doble blend features a Habano wrapper from Ecuador over a Sumatra binder from Ecuador while the fillers are from the Dominican Republic and the signature and exclusive stalk-cut Brazilian Mata Norte that Royal Agio is known for. Today we fire up an advanced release of this cigar on The Ash

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34:02

King’s Treasure Toro Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/07/02

The King’s Teasure was a contender for Cigar of the Year last year. And what a treasure it is. It comes to us from industry veteran Robert Wright who owns Pura Soul. He spent many years working for Christian Eiroa before venturing out on his own and using the knowledge to create a cigar that is very much his own. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final score

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35:00

Pistoff Kristoff Firecracker Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/06/25

Since 2006, Two Guys Smoke Shop has had the Firecracker as part of the repertoire. Past makers of the Firecracker include My Father Cigars, La Flor Dominicana, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, RoMaCraft, Fratello and an ongoing production by Jose Dominguez. This year David Garofalo gave the task to Glen Case and Kristoff Cigars. The cigars went on sale June 24th, 2019 via 2GuysCigars.com and we offer our review today. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and

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38:24

Back2Back Nicaragua Robusto Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/06/18

The guys at Back 2 Back cigars have captured New Hampshire with the mural they did on Two Guys Smoke Shop Nashua, NH. This week we hope to capture the experience known has Back 2 Back Nicaragua. We will break down this cigar that is part of the Davidoff family. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final score. Along the way we will have all the craziness of The Ash

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39:41

United Cigar Box Press Natural Toro Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/06/11

United we Stand. This week we fire up a cigar with one of the most patriotic bands around. United Cigar has a new look and we will discuss the packaging change and new band. We light up the United Cigars Box Press Natural Toro. Will the red, white and blue get our seal of approval? Tune in and find out on The Ash Holes. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final

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37:36

La Flor Dominicana La Volcada Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/06/04

This week on The Ash Holes we smoke the LFD La Volcada. La Volcada references a step in the tango dance, which originated in Argentina and Uraguy. Litto Gomez, the founder of La Flor Dominican grew up in Uraguay. The cigar is a 7 x 48 Churchill with a pigtail. It uses a Mexican San Andres Wrapper, and Ecuadorian Corojo binder and Dominican fillers. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our

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40:27

Mombacho Liga Maestro Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/05/28

This week on The Ash Holes we welcome Claudio Sgroi from Mombacho Cigars . The company was founded in 2006. The name comes from a volcano in Nicaragua. Today, we will be smoking the Liga Maestro which is a Nicaraguan Puro. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as we share our thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before we close up the show with a rating from each of our hosts as we give a final score. Along the way we will have all the craziness of The Ash Holes including a Top 5 list from our

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29:23

Arturo Fuente Short Story Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/05/21

It’s an iconic cigar that was almost impossible to find during the cigar boom. Even today there are periods of time where coming across the Arturo Fuente Short story can be tough. Today we fire up this cigar that features a Cameroon wrapper. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as Aaron Noonan, Jessica Furnari, Michael Dimare and Ed Sullivan share their thoughts on the burn, taste and aroma before giving the cigar an official AshHoles rating. As always, the cigars featured on The Ash Holes can be

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39:51

Byron Grand Poema Cigar Review

The Ash Holes ·

2019/05/14

In the mid 19th Century, Jose and Eusebio, cousins and offsprings of immigrants from the Canary Islands owned a small cigar factory with about 12 employees on Macías Street of Santiago de Las Vegas, a province of Havana. That factory was the birthplace of Byron cigars. Today, the cigars are made by a descendent of the original factory owner. We light up a Byron from Nelson Alfonso’s Selected Tobacco. Be an Ash Hole by joining the Ash Holes as Aaron Noonan, Jessica Furnari, Michael Dimare and

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