What Is a 109 Cap?

Top-down view of a Crux Marblehead cigar showing the rounded 109 cap positioned over a glass of bourbon.

The Classic Shape That Feels Like a Belicoso — Without the Point If you’ve ever picked up a cigar and thought, “Is this a belicoso? It doesn’t look quite like one.” — you were probably holding a 109. At first glance, it does feel familiar. It has that slight taper toward the head. It’s not flat like a traditional parejo. … Read More

Crowned Heads Announces Juárez Mini-Dozer LE 2026

Crowned Heads has announced the release of the Juárez Mini-Dozer LE 2026, a limited edition extension of its popular Juárez line. The Mini-Dozer follows the success of the Juárez Bulldozer LE 2025, a larger format cigar that introduced Mexican tobacco into the Juárez filler blend to add depth and strength to the profile. The Mini-Dozer delivers that same bold character … Read More

Let the Cigar Choose You: The Art of the Unplanned Smoke

Someone pulling a cigar out of the Blind Cigar Sampler

We spend so much of our lives planning—our calendars, our meals, even our cigars. And while preparation has its place, sometimes the most memorable moments are the ones that catch us by surprise. That’s what the Blind Cigar Sampler is all about. It’s not about chasing the perfect pairing or flavor profile. It’s about letting go of control, if only … Read More