Rudys Cigars

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

The Way You Hang Your Roll Of Toilet Paper Says A Lot About You

How do you hang your toilet paper? Under the roll and closer to the wall? Or do you hang your toilet paper over the roll? Well, a new study suggests there [...]

How E-Cigarettes Affect Your Body

See how e-cigarettes affect your lungs, brain, heart, and other parts of your body.

10 Great Underrated Whiskeys You Need to Know About

A too-cautious approach to buying booze might be causing you to miss out on something great, like these underrated whiskeys.

Are E-Cigarettes Safe? Here's What the Science Says

They were designed to save smokers, but there's more to the story

Plain Packaging on Tobacco Products: Does It Work?

Research shows that plain packaging on tobacco products counters some of the on-pack advertising that encourages positive brand imagery.

DrugFacts: Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products

Less harm, less tax? Legislature to study new tobacco products

Virginia is taking a fresh look at taxing its oldest product — tobacco — in a new, potentially less harmful form.

Frequently asked questions: Plain packaging of tobacco products

Smokeless tobacco products flying under the radar of regulation in many countries

Smokeless tobacco products cause death and disability yet they are barely controlled in many countries.

Cigarettes, tobacco products to become costlier

Cigar Plume vs Cigar Mold: What's the Difference?

Okay, so you’ve graduated from picking up one or two cigars on rare occasions to storing a collection of smokes in your own humidor. That’s great news! Now you can bulk up on some of your favorite brands or even better: grab a box or two when they’re on sale.

When Do Cigars Go Bad?

Do cigars go bad? And how long will that take? Find out how long your premium cigars will last and why proper storage makes a big difference.

What is a Cigar Herf?

“What is a herf?” is a question we field on a fairly regular basis at Holt’s. “Herf” is a term that is relatively new to the lexicon of cigar lovers. Its origins are debatable, however. “Herf” may be some derivative of “huff” in relation to cigars or other smokable products that one would draw upon, but we can’t be certain.

How to Smoke a Cigar

Learn how to cut, light, and smoke a cigar like a pro in this comprehensive guide

Climate Controlled Humidors: How to Keep Cigars Fresh

No one enjoys a stale stogie. Use climate controlled humidors to keep yours fresh. Use this article to understand why.

Is smoking cigars unhealthy?

How To Light A Cigar With A Butane Lighter

Is there a special lighting method with butane lighters? | Cigar Aficionado

How to Retrohale a Cigar

Retrohaling a cigar is the practice of blowing smoke through the nose, enabling you to sense far more flavors in a cigar. See our tips on the cigar retro.

No, the FDA doesn’t approve cigarettes or other tobacco products

The FDA regulates tobacco products based on a public health standard that considers the product’s risks to the population as a whole.