J.Lo

Zahn and I had a Juan Lopez each while waiting for Joel to finish in a poker tournament (Joel came third and won a healthy prize). These cigars have proved to be so reliable, straightforward but flavoursome, and relatively more manageable for one person than other big cigars. They're sort of the Merlot of cigars really, I think: quite smooth and you can consume the whole thing in one sitting. Given that we were at a bar, we were drinking beer, but it wasn't the worst match. The highlight of the evening was when a waitress came over to tell us to move out of the empty, secluded part of the courtyard we were in because it was a designated 'family' area through which children come through--never mind the fact it was 10.45 pm. OMG TYPICAL DISCRIMINATION AGAINST CIGAR SMOKERS. #SAFESPACESFORCIGARHERETICS

Bolivar by Halloweenight

On All Hallow's Eve, it was so warm and still that I decided to take a stroll with a Bolivar Petit Corona and a glass of whisky (Benriach 20y.o. from a sample bottle). Tis a while ago now, but I do remember enjoying the signature leather-and-orange peel blend of el Bolivar, which melded seamlessly with the venerable highland dram. Although the cigar was still hefty in body, time had enriched and mellowed it nicely (this was from a box about 3yo I think).

I shared my smoke with someone's dressed up letterbox

The sugary legs of a mature scotch and the wispy smoke of a well-aged Bolivar PC - a match made in heaven

The sun's blessing warmed my glass

I tried out an appropriately titled French detective novel whilst lying on the grass and staring out on the harbour

Classy cigar accessories

Courtesy of Geoff's emporium. A dollar well spent.