Dominican Cigar Industry Booms with Over 8 Billion Cigars Produce
Dominican Cigar Industry Booms with Over 8 Billion Cigars Produce
The Dominican Republic has once again solidified its reputation as the cigar capital of the world. Recent figures from the Dominican Tobacco Institute (Intabaco) reveal that the nation now produces more than 8.4 billion cigars annually, making it the global leader in cigar exports. Of this staggering total, over 181 million are hand-rolled masterpieces, while the majority—more than 8.2 billion—are crafted using modern machinery.
The Hidden Language of Smoke- How Artists Depict Cigars in Paint
The Hidden Language of Smoke- How Artists Depict Cigars in Paint
From the salons of Paris to the bold canvases of contemporary expressionists, cigars have always carried a story far beyond their smoke. In art, they appear as more than props—they are visual symbols of luxury, rebellion, ritual, and identity.
Che Guevara and the Iconic Cigar
Che Guevara and the Iconic Cigar
Ernesto “Che” Guevara is remembered worldwide as a revolutionary, a thinker, and a symbol of resistance. Yet one seemingly simple object became a signature part of his image: the cigar. Far from being just a personal indulgence, cigars represented Guevara’s dedication, discipline, and the hardships of revolutionary life.
Why Cuban Cigars Are So Expensive and Why Aficionados Still Seek Them
Why Cuban Cigars Are So Expensive and Why Aficionados Still Seek Them
For more than two centuries, Cuban cigars have held a legendary status in the world of tobacco. Known as the most expensive cigars on the market, a premium case of Habanos can cost thousands of dollars. But what makes them so highly valued—and why do cigar lovers continue to chase their mystique, even as countries like the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua rival them in quality?
Whiskey Palettes- Exploring Color, Texture, and Flavor
Whiskey Palettes- Exploring Color, Texture, and Flavor
Golden amber, deep mahogany, pale straw—every whiskey tells a visual story before the first sip. For artists and connoisseurs alike, these hues mirror the palettes of the canvas, each tone whispering a sensory connection between what we see and what we taste.