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Brian Burt

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I have been smoking cigars since 2005 and reviewing them as a hobby since 2010. Initially, I started out small with a 50-count humidor and only smoking one or two cigars a month. Not knowing anybody else that smoked cigars, it was only an occasional hobby that I took part in. In March of 2010, I joined Nublive and Cigar Asylum, connecting me with many people who also shared an interest in cigars. Reading what they had to say about brands I had never heard of, I quickly immersed myself in the boutique brands of the industry and it was then that cigars transformed from a hobby into a passion.

La Palina Goldie Laguito Robusto Extra

Chances are you’ve heard of the La Palina Goldie line, and if not for the rave reviews that most people give it, then definitely for…

Dunhill Heritage Toro (Prerelease)

The Dunhill brand is an old and well known name with quite the rich history. Starting out with a line of automobile accessories and moving…

Neanderthal SGP

Only a few months ago, RoMa Craft Tobac released the first new line from the company since 2012, the Neanderthal. Underneath the seemingly innocent Mexican…

IPCPR 2015: Boutique Blends Cigars

Boutique Blends Cigars might be a little difficult to find on the show if you’re looking for that name. Previously using the Oliveros name, the booth…

IPCPR 2015: Orleans Group

If you’re not familiar with the Orleans Group International name, you might be more familiar with the Dram cigar line. Or, you might be familiar…

IPCPR 2015: Tre J Cigars

Tre J Cigars was a booth full of three guys who were extremely enthusiastic about their cigars. Jay Clark, John Johnson and Jerry Garrett started…

IPCPR 2015: Black Label Trading Co.

The Black Label Trading Co.’s booth was located off of a main aisle, and despite being towards the end was nicely visible and easy to find….

IPCPR 2015: Emilio Cigars

In one year, things at Emilio have changed dramatically. Last year Gary Griffith and Nate McIntyre headed up the company, but now, both are gone. Spencer…

IPCPR 2015: Veritas Cigars

The Veritas booth was tucked away towards the back of the show, but in a fairly visible location along an aisle. While they had plenty of…

IPCPR 2015: Dictador Cigars

Tucked off the main aisle is a very suave looking booth for Dictador Cigars. The company also makes rum, gin and coffee, and as such…

IPCPR 2015: Bram Warren

Bram Warren is tucked away down an aisle, but when you walk by the art pieces in the booth immediately catch your eye. Warren offers…