Lounge Lizards - a Cigar and Lifestyle Podcast

Ep. #233: La Galera Imperial Jade Robusto (w/ Lost Lore Tequila Reposado, Brilliant New Orleans Restaurant Experiences, Cinco de Mayo, Is Improper Stemware Affecting Ratings?, Cooking Tips from Chef, Cuban Tourism Down 50+% & Pagoda Goes Airborne)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

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Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair La Galera Imperial Jade in Robusto with Lost Lore Tequila Reposado. The guys recap their New Orleans food, drink, music and cigar experiences, they share an injury report on two lizards and they discuss if improper stemware is affecting the liquor ratings.
PLUS: Cooking Tips from Chef, Cuban Tourism Down 50+%, JC Newman/Milwaukee Humidor for America 250, Pagoda's ATV Mishap, Bam's Dental Work, Chef's War on Ice, Pagoda and Nish Patel's History, Gizmo vs. Collared Shirts & Lizards Saved Rocky at a PCA Event

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Ep. 232: PCA 2026 - Lizards Live in New Orleans (w/ Aging Room Blue Amber Blue Turquoise, PCA Recap and Favorite Moments, American Tobacco Roaring Back In Premium Cigars, Blenders' Secret Ingredients, Rocky Patel's Genius & Latest Ruling from Judge Mehta)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded in New Orleans, Louisiana at the 2026 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show, the lizards smoke the Aging Room by Rafael Nodal Blue Amber in Blue Turquoise. The guys share their impressions and favorite moments from this year’s PCA show, they discuss the larger presence of American tobacco in new releases and they celebrate the latest FDA vs. Premium Cigars decision from Judge Mehta.
PLUS: Pagoda's Satchel, Cigar Blenders Keeping Ingredients a Secret, PCA New Releases, Rocky Patel's Legal and Marketing Genius, PCA Interview Previews & More

Ep. #231: Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Puro Nicaragua Habano Robusto J (w/ Wild Turkey 101 8 Year, New Releases for 2026, PCA Show Preview, League of $65M Valuations, Fuente's Latest 'X' Lawsuit, Merits of Blind Reviews & Do Cut Styles Affect Flavor?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Puro Nicaragua Habano Robusto J with Wild Turkey 101 8 Years Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys detail discuss several new releases coming around the PCA show, they answer a listener email on how cuts affecting flavor and they debate the merits of blind reviews.
PLUS: Erik Espinosa's Self-Made History, Two Kinds of Celebrity Cigars, Startup Cigar Organization That's Worth $65M?, Fuente's Latest 'X' Trademark Lawsuit & More

Ep. #230: Partagás Serie P No. 2 (w/ Santa Teresa 1796, One Hit Wonder Pod Cigars, Gizmo's NJ Tobacco Tax Bill, Importance of Hospitality at Retail Shops, Lacquer Aroma Affecting Cigars, Differences Between PCA and ProCigar & The Purpose of Cellophane)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Partagás Serie P No. 2 (TUA JUN 21) with Santa Teresa 1796 Ron de Solera. The guys discuss a tobacco tax bill Gizmo got from the state of New Jersey, they review their first product from Venezuela and they reveal podcast-reviewed cigars that ended up as one hit wonders.
PLUS: One Hit Wonder Cigars on Pod, Importance of Hospitality at Retail, Lacquer Aroma Affecting Cigars, Storing In/Out of Cellophane, What is different about PCA and ProCigar?, PCA's Hospitality Effort for Retailers, Perdomo Father and Son Announced, Avo's 100th, New Juan López Cuban Regional, Cuba Offers to Pay U.S. Cubans for Nationalized Property, Project Alcatraz, Captain Kirk is 95 & More

Ep. #229: Davidoff Winston Churchill Churchill (w/ Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey, Tobacco Bale Aging vs. Bundle Aging, Brands That Have Done a 180°, Cigar Smoking Hygiene Redux, Cigars in Dark Times & Price's Effect on Lizard Ratings)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Davidoff Winston Churchill The Original Series in Churchill with Hillrock Solera Aged Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss St. Louis trying to attract future PCA shows, they share another Hemingway offshoot shipping soon from Fuente and they discuss cigar brands not disclosing their blenders.
PLUS: Aging Tobacco in Bales vs. Rolled Cigars in Bundles, Brands That Have Done a 180°, Cigar Smoking Hygiene, Cigars/Movies/Music for Dark Times, Price's Effect on Lizard Ratings, Where Else to Find Cohiba's Grassy Profile?, New Asylum 90x9, Raching's New Portable Draw Machine, Solera Aging + Dave Pickerill, Does Padron Thousand Series With Age Become Anniversary 1964?, Bam's Recency Bias & More

Ep. #228: Foundation The Tabernacle Havana Seed CT No. 142 Lancero (w/ Jack Daniels Single/Heritage/Toasted Barrel, Pagoda & Giz ProCigar Finale, Davidoff Puro Dominicana Returns, Gizmo vs. United Airlines, Lizards' Longest Cigar Breaks & Cigar Media)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Foundation The Tabernacle Havana Seed CT No. 142 with Jack Daniels Single Barrel Heritage Barrel Toasted Barrel Tennessee Whiskey. Pagoda and Giz wrap up their time at ProCigar, Gizmo details going to war with United Airlines in the D.R. and they answer a listener email on other cigar media we consume.
PLUS: U.K. Generational Tobacco Ban Progresses Further, Davidoff Puro Dominicana Returns, Kelner S.A.S. Visit, ProCigar Auctions, Lizards' Longest Cigar Breaks & More

Ep. #227: Perdomo Legacy Nicaraguan Shade Grown Epicure (w/ Volcan de Mi Tierra Reposado, Perdomo and Opus X Defied the Wrapper Odds, Rooster vs. Bear, Bam's Fundie Dinner Update, Can Time Fix a Bad Blend?, Brands Lizards Avoid, Camping w/ Cigars & More)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Perdomo Legacy Nicaraguan Shade Grown Epicure with Volcan de Mi Tierra Reposado. The guys do a first-time review from a major cigar brand, Rooster shares another wildlife encounter and we get an update on Bam’s Fundie dinner plans.
PLUS: Perdomo's History, Perdomo and Opus Defying the Wrapper Odds, Brands Lizards Avoid, Can Time Fix a Bad Blend?, Rooster's Cigar Pairings, Camping and Cigars, Indoor vs. Outdoor Smoking, Macallan 12 110 Proof & More

Ep. #226: Plasencia Alma del Cielo Boreal (w/ Volans Tequila Reposado, Pagoda and Gizmo at ProCigar w/ La Aurora Pt. 1, Mysterious Lounge Member Stories, PCA 2026 is On!, Can New Smokers Find Legit Cubans, Lounge Owner Gaffs & What is Gizmo Like Off Air?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Plasencia Alma del Cielo in Boreal with Volans Tequila Reposado. Pagoda and Gizmo detail their first two days at the 2026 ProCigar festival, the guys discuss a new release from non-Cuban H. Upmann, and they answer an email about a mysterious member of their lounge.
PLUS: What's Gizmo Like Off Air?, New Dunbarton Corona Sampler, PCA 2026 is On!, Podcast on Video?, New Smokers Sourcing Cubans, Lounge Owner Gaffs & More

Ep. #225: Cohiba Ambar (w/ Abuelo 12, Bam's Handkerchiefs, New Ratings Guide Announcement, LOTW Winners Update, Tabacalera S.L.U. Insolvency, Hoyo's 160th, Lizard Favorite Destination Smoking Spots & Cuba's Blending Process Debate)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Cohiba Ambar with twelve year aged Abuelo rum. The guys answer a listener email on their favorite destination smoking spots, they discuss the Tabaclera S.L.U. bankruptcy and they somehow find their way into Bam’s use of handkerchiefs and sinus maintenance.

PLUS: Lizard Favorite Destination Smoking Spots, Cuba's Blending Process Debate, New Ratings Guide Announcement, LOTW Winners Update, Tabacalera S.L.U. Insolvency, Hoyo's 160th & More

Ep. #224: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Solita Red (w/ Knob Creek 12, Habanos Festival 'Postponed', The Future Of Cuban Tobacco, Importance Of Cigar Lounge/Shop Owner Hospitality, Great Cigars You Don't Reach For & Creating Consistent Humidity for Smoking)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Solita Red with twelve year aged Knob Creek Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. The guys discuss the supposed postponement of the Habanos Festival, they debate the future of Cuban tobacco and they share the importance of cigar lounge and shop owner hospitality.
PLUS: Successfully Joining a Lounge, Great Cigars You Don't Reach For, Plasencia Barn Fire, Listener Humidity Aligning with Pod Review Humidity, Consistent Humidity for Smoking, More Lizard X/Wife Detail & More

Ep. #223: Avowed The Vow 6.29 (w/ Lagavulin 11 Offerman Edition, Habanos Festival/Cohiba Updates, Estate Planning for Your Cigar Collection, Listener Rum Additive Call-Out, Spouses Buying Cigars as Gifts & Lizard Cigar Enlightenment)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Avowed The Vow 6.29 and eleven year aged Lagavulin Offerman Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys discuss the Habanos Festival and planned releases, they share ideas for estate planning for your cigar collection, and a listener calls them to task on Rum additives. (This episode was recorded Feb. 9, 2026, before the Habanos festival was postponed indefinitely.)
PLUS: Breakfast Cereals, Cuba Has No Fuel, Spouses Buying Cigars as Gifts, What NOT to Do With Your Cigars When You're Gone, Enlightenment Cigars & More

Ep. #222: CAO Brazilia Box-Press (w/ Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Women in Lizard Nation, Cigars for Celebrating Milestones, Cigar-Related Gifts from Significant Others, Davidoff Ownership Transition, Tennessee E-Commerce & New Cuban Trinidad)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the CAO Brazilia in Box-Press with Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss recommended celebratory cigars, they answer a listener email on the best credit cards for rewards, and they share a voice memo unlike any other before.
PLUS: The Women in Lizard Nation, Cigars for Celebrating Milestones, Cigar-Adjacent Gifts from Significant Others, Davidoff Ownership Transition, Tennessee Legislator Proposes E-Commerce Ban, New Cuban Trinidad & More

Ep. #221: Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 3 Belicoso (w/ Yellow Spot 12, First Ever Change to Lizard Ratings Process, Cuban Marca Confusion, Rafael Nodal's Fingerprint on Trinidad, Unpleasant Cigar Notes, Reflective Listener Email & Blend Transparency)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 3 Belicoso with twelve year aged Yellow Spot Irish Whiskey. The guys discuss unpleasant flavor notes in cigars, they share a reflective listener email, and they make their first-ever change to the formal rating process.
PLUS: Rafael Nodal's Impression on Trinidad, Davidoff Exclusive Editions, Blend Transparency Importance, Consistency vs Marketing Gimmicks & More

Ep. #220: H. Upmann Magnum 46 (w/ Don Pancho 8, Halfwheel's Top 25 of '25, Senator's Crazy Experience w/ Lounge Member's Irate Wife, Cigar Industry Theft and Murder, Unbanded Cuban Cigar Truths, Habanos S.A. 2026 Price Increases & Cigar Lounge Etiquette)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair H. Upmann Magnum 46 (OEG ABR 22) with Don Pancho 8 Years Old Panamanian Rum. The guys return to a cigar they first reviewed four years ago, they go through Halfwheel’s Top 25 Cigars from 2025 and Senator shares a crazy story from their member lounge.

Plus: Cigar Lounge Etiquette, Are "Unbanded Cuban Cigars" Real?, Cigar Industry Theft and Murder, Habanos S.A. 2026 Price Increases & More

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Ep. #219: Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva Robusto (w/ Abuelo 7, Klaas Kelner Calls In to Discuss Kelner LE 80 Review, Bam's Fundadores Auction Transaction Completed On-Air w/ Special Guests, Customer Service Redux & VM on Memorable Moments in '25)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva in Robusto with seven year aged Abuelo Rum from Panama. Klaas Kelner joins the Lizards to discuss the recently rated Kelner LE 80, the guys go back to their discussion on customer service, and, with some special guests, they finally complete Bam’s Fundadores Auction Transaction.
PLUS: Voice Memo on Memorable Smoking Moments in 2025, Abuelo's Rich Panamanian History, Dunbarton's New Year of the Release, Bam's Big Check & Does Alcohol Impair the Formal Lizard Rating?

Ep. #218: My Father Le Bijou 1922 Torpedo Box Pressed (w/ Graham’s 20 Tawny Port, LIZARD EXCLUSIVE: New Cohiba "Excelentes" LE Coming in '26, Gizmo Named FOH Man of the Year, More Chen Zhi Chaos & Senator Returns to Panama)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the My Father Le Bijou 1922 in Torpedo Box Pressed with Graham's 20 Year Old Tawny Port. The guys reveal the new Cohiba "Excelentes" LE Coming in '26, they share that Gizmo has been named FOH Man of the Year and Senator details his latest trip to Panama.
PLUS: More Chen Zhi Chaos, The Pod Debut of Port, Sweden Bans Habanos S.A. & What Does the Future of Cuban Cigars Look Like?

Ep. #217: Kelner LE 80 (w/ Writers' Tears Copper Pot Irish Whiskey, MAJOR UPDATE on Bam Selling His Fundies, Cigar Aficionado 2025 Top 25 Review, Klaas Kelner's Birthday Cigar for his Father, Venezuela's Effect on Cuba & Will Rooster Return?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Kelner LE 80 with Writers' Tears Copper Pot Still Blended Irish Whiskey. The guys discuss Cigar Aficionado's 2025 Top 25, chaos erupts when Gizmo provides a major update on Bam selling his (or Rooster's?) Trinidad Fundadores and the guys smoke a Klaas Kelner cigar created for his father's 80th birthday.
PLUS: Nicaragua's Effect on Cuba and Cuban Cigars, Bam's New Buzzer, More Blind Rating Episodes?, Davidoff Diademas Finas Inspiration & More

Ep. #216: Byron 19th Century Poemas (w/ 1933 Macleod's 15 Years Old, Does Retrohaling Affect the Palate for Food/Wine?, Senator on Bad Customer Service, Spanish Smoking Ban, Gizmo vs. USPS, EDIAV Loves the Black Honey & Most Cherished Cigar Memories)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Byron 19th Century Poemas with 1933 Macleod's 15 Years Old Sherry Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys debate if retrohaling affects how we taste food and wine, Senator talks handling bad customer service and a listener asks them to reflect on their most cherished cigar memories.
PLUS: Gizmo vs. USPS, EDIAV Loves the Black Honey, Spanish Smoking Ban, New Cuban Punch, Nicaraguan Cigar Tariffs & More

Ep. #215: Cohiba BHK 54 (NYE 2025 w/ French Bloom Le Blanc & The Dalmore King Alexander III, Ratings Year in Review, 2025 Podcast Data, Behike Pricing Realities, Smoking More White Whales, Dialing in Tupperware Humidity & Dalmore's Mad Master Distiller)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Cohiba BHK 54 with French Bloom Le Blanc Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine & The Dalmore King Alexander III Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys ring in the new year with one of Rooster’s favorites, they review the best and worst cigars and pairings of the year and they learn from a master on how to properly taste whisky.
Plus: Poobah Sends a Voice Memo, Is Behike Worth the Price?, Smoking More White Whales, Dialing in Tupperware Humidity & More

Best of 2025 Pt. 2: The Interviews

Lounge Lizards — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

LOUNGE LIZARDS - BEST OF 2025 PT. 2 - THE INTERVIEWS - PRESENTED BY FÁBRICA 5 CIGAR CO.
We were supported in 2025 by Fábrica 5 Cigar Company, Small Batch Cigar, Bond Roberts and LIZARD NATION listeners like you! Thank you! All episodes were recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, except where noted.

TIMESTAMPS
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(00:02:07 – 00:44:05) JORGE PADRÓN - PADRON CIGARS (EP 183)
(00:44:05 – 01:17:06) RAFAEL NODAL - AGING ROOM/ALTADIS/TABACLERA USA (EP 193)
(01:17:06 – 02:17:52) ROB AYALA & HAMLET PAREDES - FABRICA 5/BOND ROBERTS/FOH - (EP 185)
(02:17:52 – 02:53:35) LISSETTE PEREZ-CARRILLO - CASA CARRILLO (EP 197)
(02:53:35 – 03:36:25) VANCE TAYLOR - STOIC CIGARS (EP 206)
(03:36:25 – 03:57:30) JUSTO EIROA - ALADINO (EP 187)
(03:57:30 - 04:30:34) KLAAS KELNER - KELNER TABAK (EP 201)

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Best of 2025 Pt. 1: Year of the Lizard

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

LOUNGE LIZARDS - BEST OF 2025 PT. 1 - YEAR OF THE LIZARD - PRESENTED BY FÁBRICA 5 CIGAR CO.
We were supported in 2025 by Fábrica 5 Cigar Company, Small Batch Cigar, Bond Roberts and LIZARD NATION listeners like you! Thank you! All episodes were recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, except where noted.

TIMESTAMPS
Timestamps may be off slightly on various platforms due to sponsored content.

(00:02:37 – 00:17:06) NOSTALGIC LISTENER EMAIL + ORIGINS OF THE POD (EP 164)

(00:17:06 – 00:23:29) AI IMAGES OF THE LIZARDS / BAM'S NOT HAPPY (EP 170)
(00:23:29 – 00:31:12) REFLECTING ON 200 EPISODES + PAGODA LIGHTS EARLY (EP 200)

(00:31:12 – 00:50:41) CHEF RICKY’S TOWER / INVENTORY TALK + SELLING CIGARS TO FRIENDS (EP 176)

(00:50:41 – 01:05:54) HABANOS / CUBA PRISONER CIGAR-ROLLING STORY (EP 206)

(01:05:54 – 01:38:17) TIMEPIECE DEEP DIVE (EP 205)

(01:38:17 – 02:01:33) FATHER/SON FIRST CIGAR EXPERIENCE + BAM JR. GOES TO COLLEGE (EP 194)

(02:01:33 – 02:02:51) THE DALMORE'S (AND ROOSTER'S) THOUSAND YEAR HISTORY (EP 193)

(02:02:51 – 02:26:17) DAVIDOFF'S ROUGH YEAR: AGE-STATEMENT REINVENTION + “YEAR OF THE HORSE” PACKAGING (EPs 165 & 210)

(02:26:17 – 02:35:57) GIZMO (IN A MOMENT OF VULNERABILITY) + CHER = GILFMO (EP 173)
(02:35:57 – 02:51:06) PAGODA'S ONE WORD REVIEW + CHEF RICKY CULINARY SCHOOL STORY (EP 174)

(02:51:06 – 02:59:04) PAGODA: A MANHATTAN TALE (EP 204)

(02:59:04 – 03:00:00) POOBAH GOES DEEP ON CORPORATE STRATEGY / BAM’S “MARKETING” (EP 173)

(03:00:00 – 03:19:02) REDDIT TALE W/ EVIL MICKEY MOUSE (EP 169)
(03:19:02 – 03:32:58) GRINDER GOES OFF THE RAILS ON TEQUILA (EP 198)
(03:32:58 – 03:51:20) WINE DEEP DIVE (EP 175)

(03:51:20 – 04:02:01) CIGAR STORAGE + CURRENT LIZARD INVENTORIES / “BANE” APPEARS (EP 186)
(04:02:01 – 04:06:28) BAM IN TURKS & CAICOS AND VIOLATES FREEZER PROTOCOL

(04:06:28 – 04:20:11) REMEMBERING NORTH KOREA (EP 211)

(04:20:11 – 04:29:15) BAM'S CROC/TOE CONFUSION/CONCERN (EP 213)

(04:29:15 - END) FOUR-YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOAST / GARÇON RETURNS WITH POL ROGER (EP 209)

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Ep. #214: Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario 25 Edición Limitada (w/ The Macallan A Night On Earth: The First Light, UK vs. Cigar Lounges, The Year of the Horse Continues, J.C. Newman's Ybor City Restoration, Aganorsa History & More Distracting Packaging)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario 25 Edición Limitada with The Macallan A Night On Earth: The First Light Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys share Aganorsa’s history, they discuss more 'Year of the Horse' releases and they find themselves once again distracted by packaging.
PLUS: New Diplomáticos Cancilleres, UK vs. Cigar Lounges, S.T. Dupont's $70k Lighter, The BrickHouse is On Fire, a New Offering from The Macallan, Gizmo Banned from Selecting Cigars & More

Ep. #213: La Galera Habano Perillas Lancero (w/ The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve, "Dr. Bam Bam Scholls" is Concerned and Confused, New Bond Roberts and Habanos S.A. Releases, UK House of Lords Cigar Speech & Lounge/Shop Owners Treating Young Smokers Poorly)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair La Galera Habano in Lancero with The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys return to the lancero after a full year away, they share new cigar releases from Bond Roberts and Habanos S.A. and "Dr. Bam Bam Scholls" proves gullible with some unique lounge attire.
PLUS: New Bond Roberts & Habanos S.A. Releases, Lounge/Shop Owners Treating Young Customers Poorly, Pairing Mentality Redux, The Economist on Cuba, Passionate UK House of Lords Cigar Speech, World Cigar Show in Dubai & Gizmo's Spanish Lesson

Ep. #212: Warped La Colmena Black Honey 2023 (w/ Larceny Small Batch 92 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Fuente's New Cameroon Tobacco, Favorite Breakfast Cigars, Habanos S.A.'s Zhi vs. China, JC Newman for America's 250th & Lizard Meetups/Samplers)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Warped La Colmena Black Honey 2023 with Larceny Small Batch 92 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss Fuente finding new Cameroon tobacco, they answer listener emails on meetups and samplers and they share some of their favorite breakfast cigars.
PLUS: California UTL Lawsuit Update, New Jersey Cigar Tax Proposal, Habanos S.A.s' Chen Zhi vs. China, Senator vs. Senator, JC Newman for America 250 & More

Ep. #211: Partagás Serie D No. 4 (w/ Grgich Hills Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Lizard's Perfect Plate: Thanksgiving Edition, Lizard FAQs Answered, Helping New Smokers/Being a New Smoker, World's Largest Cigar Lounge & Gizmo Bought a Watch)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Partagás Serie D No. 4 (TLU FEB 22) with Grgigh Hills Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020. The guys discuss the world's biggest cigar lounge coming to Pennsylvania, they answer Lizard FAQs, and they each build a perfect plate for Thanksgiving.
PLUS: Helping New Smokers/Being a New Smoker, Gizmo Bought a Watch, Denver vs. Pipe Smokers & More

Ep. #210: Montecristo Double Edmundo (w/ La Marielita 18 Year Panamanian Rum, New Davidoff and Cohiba Releases, Year of the Lacquer Boxes and Collectible Coins, Rehabilitating Underselling Cuban Brands & Lizard Cigar Rotation Changes)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Montecristo Double Edmundo with eighteen year aged La Marielita rum from Panama. The guys discuss new releases from Cohiba and Davidoff, they debate how Habanos S.A. could rehabilitate underselling marques and they discuss their recent cigar rotation changes.
PLUS: Panamanian Rum and La Marielita History, Davidoff's Year of the Lacquer Boxes and Collectible Coins, Maldives Generational Smoking Ban, Pre/Post-Pod Lizard Rituals & More

Ep. #209: Tatuaje Cabaiguan Imperiales (w/ G4 Tequila Reposado, Champagne Toast for Four Years of the Pod, Can Nicaraguan Tobacco Taste Cuban?, Lizard Cold Weather Smoking Setups, Nicaraguan Tariff Threat & Gizmo’s Garage War)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Cabaiguan by Tatuaje in Imperiales with G4 Tequila Reposado. The guys toast champagne for the podcast's fourth anniversary, they answer listener emails on humidity and cold weather smoking setups and Gizmo tells a story about intruders in his garage.
PLUS: Can Nicaraguan Tobacco Taste Cuban?, Nicaraguan Tariff Threat, More Tobacco Bans in California & Massachusetts & Listener Feedback on: Timepieces, Stoic & Prison Labor Discussions

Ep. #208: Oz Family Cigars Karatoba Robusto Extra (w/ Yamato Cask Strength Whisky, Bond Roberts LOTW, Brilliant Non-Cuban Cigars, US Gov't Indicts an Habanos S.A. Owner for Fraud, 'Pig Butchering' Scams, Oral Hygiene After Smoking & Bolognese is Back)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Oz Family Cigars Karatoba Robusto Extra with Yamato Special Edition Cask Strength Japanese Whisky. The guys discuss the US Government’s Claims against a major stakeholder in Habanos S.A., they share a voice memo praising the improvement of non-Cuban cigars over the last decade, and they make a huge Lizard of the Week announcement.
PLUS: The Return of Bam's Bolognese, Ozgener History, Chen Zhi's $15B Pig Butchering Scam, Oral Hygiene/Smelling Like Smoke at Home, Non-Alcoholic Pairing Recommendations,

Ep. #207: La Flor Dominicana Cameroon Cabinet No. 1 (w/ Lagavulin Distiller's Edition, New Sponsor Alert: Small Batch Cigar, 25 Years of Habanos S.A., Cigar Industry vs. California AG Update, Belgian Plain Packaging & Gizmo's "Forced Growth")

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair La Flor Dominicana Cameroon Cabinet No. 1 with Lagavulin Distiller's Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys announce their exciting new partnership with Small Batch Cigar, they revisit the U.S. Cigar Industry suing California and they discuss twenty-five years of Habanos S.A.
PLUS: Home Run Humidor, New Year of the Snake for Partagás, Belgian Plain Packaging, & Gizmo's "Forced Growth"

Ep. #206: Stoic Equanimity Courage & Interview w/ Vance Taylor (w/ Macallan 12 Double Cask, Stoic's Origin and Blending Process, Habanos S.A.'s Statement on Prison Labor, Using Tech. to Connect w/ Smokers & Lizards on Reddit)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Stoic Cigars Equanimity in Courage with twelve years aged Macallan Double Cask Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys share their interview with Stoic Cigars Owner Vance Taylor, recorded at PCA 2025, where they discuss the brand’s origins, Vance's collaborative blending process in the DR with Klaas Kelner, and how he’s using unique technology to connect with cigar smokers.
PLUS: Habanos S.A. Confirms NGO Prison Labor Report, Lizards on Reddit, Drew Estate/Joya de Nicaragua Distribution Split, Building a Cigar Company & Cigar Industry Sues California Attorney General

Ep. #205: Romeo y Julieta Dianas (Línea de Oro) (w/ Planteray XO 20th Anniv. Rum, Lizard's Favorite Timepieces, Gizmo Pronunciation Vindication, Cigar/Watch Culture Parallels, Finding Lizards to Split Boxes With & HAV Cigar Seizures)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Romeo y Julieta Dianas with Planteray XO 20th Anniversary Rum. The guys return to Cuban cigars after five weeks, they share a listener voice memo on a successful New Orleans trip, and the guys answer an email and do a deep dive on their favorite timepieces.
PLUS: Havana Intl. Airport Cigar Seizures, Finding Lizards to Split Boxes With, Disappointed Listener Asks: Does Alcohol Affect the Ratings?, Gizmo Pronunciation Vindication, Daily Driver Timepieces & Cigar/Watch Culture Parallels

Ep. #204: My Father Blue Toro (w/ Partido Roble Fino Sherry Cask Tequila Reposado, Cuban Prisoners Rolling Cigars, Overheating Your Cigar While Smoking, Trinidad's $1,000 Fundadores & Another Instant-Classic Pagoda Story)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the My Father Blue in Toro with Partido Roble Fino Sherry Cask Finished Tequila Reposado. The guys discuss an NGO report on Cuban Prisoners Rolling Cigars, they share how not to overheat your cigar while smoking, and another instant classic Pagoda story comes to light.
PLUS: Agave Meets Scotch Barrels, Fuente's Don Carlos Change, Trinidad's $1000 Fundadores, Lawrence Taylor on the Jumbotron, HSA Bullfighter Release, Listener Email on Rating Systems & More

Ep. #203: Davidoff Chef's Edition 2025 (w/ Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2023, Senator in D.R., The Importance of Smoking the Entire Cigar, Unnecessarily Lavish Cigar Packaging, Where to Smoke in NYC When Visiting, & White Wine's Short Shelf Life)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Davidoff Chef's Edition 2025 with Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2023. The guys discuss the faults in lavish packaging, they revisit why they smoke the entire cigar each week and Senator tells us about his trip to Dominican Republic.
PLUS: Where to Smoke in NYC When Visiting, Michelin Stars, White Wine's Shelf Life & More

Ep. #202: Padrón 1964 Anniversary Torpedo Maduro (w/ The Balvenie Sweet Toast of American Oak, Lizards Current Feelings on Cuban Cigars, Episode 200 Feedback, Retrohale Debate Returns, Davidoff Announces Chef's Edition '25 & Another Cuban Blackout)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Torpedo in Maduro with The Balvenie Sweet Toast of American Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys debate their current feelings on Cuban Cigars, they discuss Davidoff’s 2025 Chef's Edition and they share some feedback on Episode 200.
PLUS: Cuba's Fourth Island-wide Blackout, PCA's CEO Contract Extension, Another Retrohale Debate & More

Ep. #201: Avowed New Dawn Toro & Interview w/ Klaas Kelner (w/ Glenmorangie 10, Blending for Palate Coverage, Parallels Between Plating Food and Cigar Blending, The Story of Avowed, Norwegian Plain Packaging & Listener VoiceMemo on Cigar/Family Balance)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Avowed New Dawn in Toro with ten years aged Glenmorangie The Original Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys share their interview with blender and manufacturer Klaas Kelner, recorded at PCA 2025, where they discuss how Klaas blends cigars for clients like Avowed and Stoic, his approach to complete palate coverage and his controversial feelings on the retrohale.
PLUS: The Story of Avowed, Norwegian Plain Packaging, Parallels Between Plating Food and Cigar Blending, Voice Memo on Cigar/Family Balance & Giz on Pickled Asparagus

Ep. #200: H. Upmann Sir Winston 2018 (w/ Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2015, Memories from 200 Episodes, Impact of Cigarmageddon 2025 from Tariffs, Seizures and Pauses, Cuban Cigar Rotation Update, Senator's Honey Deuce & Pagoda at the U.S. Open)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair H. Upmann Sir Winston (EOS OCT 18) with Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Vintage 2015 Champagne. The guys celebrate 200 episodes with a Winston Churchill pairing, they discuss the wide reaching impact of Cigarmageddon 2025 and they answer a listener email about their first 200.
PLUS: Cuban Cigar Rotation Update, Churchill's Relationship w/ Pol Roger, Senator's Honey Deuce, Pagoda at the U.S. Open and Memories from 200 Episodes

Ep. #199: Liga Privada H99 Toro (w/ Heaven Hill 7 Year Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, RIP Flory Padrón, Tell-Tale Signs of an Aged Cigar, Stalk Cut Tobacco, Bam Jr. Goes to College, Senator Jr. Turns 3 & Fuente/Meerapfel International Distro Ends)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Liga Privada H99 in Toro with Heaven Hill 7 Year Aged Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys share the tell-tale signs of an aged cigar, they learn about stalk cut tobacco and Bam takes his son to college.
PLUS: RIP Flory Padrón, Senator Junior Turns 3, Sobremesa Brûlée Debate Continues, ProCigar and Puro Sabor '26 Announced, Fuente/Meerapfel Distro Fallout, Greek Wine Recommendations & Listener Email on Plume vs. Mold

Ep. #198: Cuaba Distinguidos (w/ El Tesoro Tequila Blanco, Customs Issues at US Border, Buena Vista Social Club Musical Review, Box Seizures and Global Entry, Senator in Atlanta, Havana Travel Hesitations & Grinder Goes Off the Rails on Tequila)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Cuaba Distinguidos (BRM ABR 24) with El Tesoro Tequila Blanco. The guys discuss the recent ramp up in customs issues at US borders, they share a Havana travel update and Grinder goes off the rails after too much tequila.
PLUS: Senator in Atlanta, Buena Vista Social Club Musical Review, Podcast Pairing Philosophy, Ratings Controvery Erupts & Southwest Cuts Cuban Flights

Ep. #197: Perez-Carrillo Encore Black Robusto & Interview w/ Lissette Perez-Carrillo (w/ Southern Star Paragon Bourbon, Women in the Cigar Industry, Casa Carrillo Blending, Brûlée Debate Continues & What Makes a Cigar Great?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Perez-Carrillo Encore Black in Robusto with Southern Star Paragon Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys share their interview with Casa Carrillo’s co-owner Lissette Perez-Carrillo recorded at PCA 2025 where they discuss the recent change to the company’s name, the impact of Lissette's father’s legacy and their plans for the future of the company.
PLUS: What Makes a Cigar Great?, LPC on Women in Cigars, Casa Carrillo's Blending and International Footprint, Sobremesa Brûlée Debate Continues, New Cigar Oasis Caliber V & Boveda's New Desktop Humidor

Ep. #196: Cohiba Siglo II (w/ Domaine Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko 2020, Two Firsts: A Box Code Revisit and a Non-Sparkling White Pairing, Retail Lounge Hospitality, Festival del Habano ’26, Cohiba’s 60th, Lizards on Patreon? and Freezing Cuban Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Cohiba Siglo II (UAO AGO 19) with Domaine Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko Vintage 2020. The guys revisit tonight’s cigar in a whole new way, review their first-ever non-sparkling white wine pairing, and dive into the often-lacking hospitality at retail lounges.
PLUS: Festival del Habano '26 Announced Celebrating 60th Anniversary of Cohiba, Listener Patreon Requests, Listener Get Together Update, Freezing Cuban Cigars, Listeners on Newbie 5-Pack, Greek Wine Deep Dive

Ep. #195: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa Brûlée Robusto (w/ Glenmorangie 12, Non-Cuban 5 Pack for New Cigar Smokers, The Great Brûlée Sweetening Debate, Cigars and Tobacco Back In Pop Culture, RIP Ozzy Osbourne & Pagoda Melts into the Couch)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa Brûlée in Robusto with twelve year aged Glenmoranie Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys build their non-Cuban 5 pack for new cigar smokers, they debate if cigars and tobacco have made a return into pop culture and Pagoda melts into the studio’s loveseat.
PLUS: The Great Sobremesa Brûlée Sweetening Debate, RIP Ozzy Osbourne, Tariffs Hit Cigars, Do Men and Women Have Different Palate Preferences?, Acquired Tastes in Cigars, Coffee and Music, How Have Lizards Palates Changed?, The Honduran Cigar Boom, & The New 12 Year Expression from Glenmorangie

Ep. #194: Romeo y Julieta Churchills (w/ Billecart-Salmon Champagne Le Rosé, Garçon Joins for Bam's and Chef's Birthday, RyJ History, How Rosé Champagne Is Different & Are the Lizards Hypocrites on Cuba?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Romeo y Julieta Churchills with Billecart-Salmon Champagne Le Rosé. The guys celebrate Bam’s and Ricky’s birthdays, they share a powerful email from an Australian Lizard and they hold themselves accountable for ignoring tonight’s marca.
PLUS: Garçon Joins for Bam's and Chef's Birthday, RyJ History, How Rosé Champagne Is Different & Are the Lizards Hypocrites on Cuba?

Ep. #193: Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Concerto Maestro & Interview w/ Rafael Nodal (w/ The Dalmore 12 Year Sherry Cask Select, Lizards' Daily Smoking Routines, Senator Attacked on YouTube & Nicaraguan Speed Limits)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey and at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show In New Orleans, Louisiana the lizards welcome Rafael Nodal, President/Blender of Aging Room Cigars and VP of Product Capability for Tabacalera USA. In studio, the guys pair the Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Concerto in Maestro with twelve year aged The Dalmore Sherry Cask Select Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Rafael and the guys discuss Aging Room blending, his love of music, cigars, cooking and - like Senator - great champagne and caviar. The guys also answer a listener email on their daily smoking routines.
PLUS: Senator Attacked on YouTube, New Releases from Stoic and Aladino, Nicaraguan Speed Limits, Gizmo Got Pulled Over While Smoking & Tommy Bahama Cigars

Ep #192: H. Upmann No. 2 (w/ Cascahuín Tahona Blanco, Core Flavor Notes for Core Cuban Marcas, Lizard Five-Pack for New Cuban Smokers, Punch Nectarés Launch, Bam in Turks and Caicos, Tahona vs. Steel for Tequila & Freezer Protocol for Tobacco Beetles)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair H. Upmann No. 2 with Cascahuín Tahona Tequila Blanco. The guys answer a listener email on what flavor notes to expect from the core Cuban marcas, they put together a five-pack for the "New Cuban Smoker" and Bam details his trip to Turks and Caicos.
PLUS: J.J. Fox Launches the Punch Nectarés, Was This Cigar Worth COTY?, Cuban Tobacco Yield Drops, American Airlines Reduces Cuban Flights, Tahona vs. Steel for Tequila & Freezer Protocol for Tobacco Beetles

Ep. #191: J.C. Newman The American Toro (w/ Aberlour A’bunadh Cask Strength Scotch, Our First Premium Handmade American Puro, How to Choose the Right Pairing for Your Cigar & Listener Email on Changes to the Lizard Smoking Rotation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair the J.C. Newman The American in Toro with Aberlour A’bunadh Speyside Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys smoke their first-ever American puro, they discuss how to choose the right pairing for your cigar and they answer a listener email on changes to the Lizard smoking rotation.
PLUS: The "Authenticity" of Cask Strength Spirits, Peter James Cigar Cases Discontinued & Davidoff News + Future Chef's Editions

Ep #190: Montecristo No. 2 (w/ Flor de Caña 18, 'Golden Age of Cigar Quality' Deep Dive, Update on Cuban Cigar Review Frequency, Smoking in Singapore, Bam Spills Rum & Lizard Email on Edicións Regional & Limitada)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Montecristo No. 2 with eighteen year aged Flor de Caña rum. The guys revisit a Cuban classic, they discuss if we're in a "golden age" of cigar quality, and Gizmo provides an update on the state of Cuban cigars on this podcast.
PLUS: Smoking in Singapore, Bam Keeps Spilling Rum, Is Change Coming for Cuba?, Gizmo Messed Up the Liquor Pairing & Why Don't the Lizards Smoke More Edicións Regional & Limitada?

Ep. #189: Fuente Fuente Opus X Oro Oscuro Robusto (w/ Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado, Opus X Marketing, French Smoking Laws, Sugar Content in Rum Pairings, Listener Email on Padrón & Will Opus Ever Meet Expectations?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Fuente Fuente Opus X Oro Oscuro in Robusto with Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado. The guys revisit Opus X and discuss its marketing success, they comment on new French smoking laws and they share the added sugar content in several of our rum pairings.
PLUS: New Dunbarton Umbagog, Lizards' Favorite Traveling Cigar Memory, Padrón Natural vs. Maduro & Will Opus Ever Meet Expectations?

Ep. #188: El Rey del Mundo Choix Suprême (w/ Cascahuín Tequila Reposado, A Lizard Nation "Call to Action", Discussion on Podcast's Cuban Cigar Future Continues, Cuba's Rum Crisis & Recent Cuban Cigar Purchases)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair El Rey del Mundo Choix Suprême with Cascahuín Tequila Reposado. The guys revisit one of their favorite summer cigars, they discuss two new Habanos S.A. releases and they continue the discussion around the frequency of Cuban cigars on the podcast.
PLUS: The First Lizard Nation "Call to Action", Lizards on Hookah, Cuba's Rum Industry is a Disaster & Lizards' Most Recent Cuban Cigar Purchases

Ep. #187: Aladino Cameroon Robusto & Interview w/ Justo Eiroa (w/ Cantera Negra Tequila Añejo, Has Senator Found the New D4?, Disappointing Unicorn Cigars, JRE/Aladino History and New Cigars & Bam vs. Senator Post-Ratings)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey and at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show In New Orleans, Louisiana the lizards welcome Justo Eiroa, President of JRE Cigars/Aladino. In studio, the guys pair the Aladino Cameroon Robusto with Cantera Negra Tequila Añejo. Justo and the guys discuss Aladino’s success and the ties between Honduran and Cuban tobacco plus they debate if Senator has indeed found the "New D4".
PLUS: Disappointing Unicorn Cigars, Aladino History and New 85th Line, US Cigar Prices Increasing Due to Tariffs, Connecticut vs. Online Cigar Sales & New Tatuaje

Ep. #186: Sancho Panza Belicosos (w/ Cave L' Aurance Cremant de Bourgogne Brut, Debating the Future of Cuban Cigars on the Podcast, Senator's Search for Budget Sparkling Wine, Getting a Spouse to Support Buying Cigars & Bane Joins the Program)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Sancho Panza Belicosos with Cave L' Aurance Cremant de Bourgogne Brut. One of the last remaining cuban marcas makes its review debut tonight, the lizards answer a listener email on a budgeting for cigar purchases and they begin a discussion on the future of Cuban Cigars on this podcast.
PLUS: Senator's Search for Budget Sparkling Wine, Percentage of Cubans/Non-Cubans In Lizard Collections, Why Are Long Ashes Celebrated?, Sancho Panza History, Cuban Cigarillo Demand, Michael Jordan Joins NBC, Cohiba vs. Cohiba & Bane joins the program

Ep. #185: Rob Ayala and Hamlet Paredes In Studio (w/ Bond Roberts 109 & Bond Roberts Fenómenos, Fabrica5 Blending & QC, Bond Roberts Auction Impact, Brilliance of Honduran Tobacco & Current/Future State of Cuban Cigar Market)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards welcome Rob Ayala (Friends of el Habano/FOH, Bond Roberts) and Hamlet Paredes (Cuban Legend, Master Blender, Partagás, Rocky Patel) in-studio for a two and a half hour conversation. The guys smoke Bond Roberts 109 and Bond Roberts Fenómenos, they discuss all things Fabrica5, blending, quality control, the Honduran parallels to Cuban tobacco and the current state of the Cuban cigar market.

PLUS: Foursquare 12 Years Aged Private Cask Selection Single Blended Rum, The "Why" of Fabrica5, Hamlet's Storied History, Rob's Perspective on Cuban Cigar Price Increases and the Future, How Sharing Cubans has Changed.

Ep. #184: Diplomáticos No. 2 (w/ J.P. Wiser's 18, Cigar Inventory Management, Retailer Impact on Cuban Cigar Prices, Sharing Holy Grail Cigars, Rob Ayala/Hamlet In-Studio Preview & When Do Aged Cigars Peak?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Diplomáticos No. 2 with J.P. Wiser's 18 Years Old Canadian Blended Whisky. The lizards revisit the only cigar this Cuban marca produces, they answer a listener email on a retailer’s impact on Cuban cigar prices and they discuss inventory management.
PLUS: NY/NJ Travel Nightmares, The Joy in Sharing Holy Grail Cigars, Preview of Rob Ayala/Hamlet Paredes In Studio Next Week & When Do Aged Cigars Peak?

Ep. #183: Interview with Jorge Padrón (w/ Padrón Family Reserve No. 45 Maduro & Lagavulin 16, Jorge Discusses Product Development, Quality Over Quantity and Padrón's Future & Listener Email on Lizards Current Cigar Buying and Aging Habits)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey and at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show In New Orleans, Louisiana the lizards welcome industry legend Jorge Padrón, President of Padrón Cigars. In studio, the guys pair the Padrón Family Reserve No. 45 in Maduro with sixteen year aged Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jorge and the guys discuss new Padrón product development, the brand’s quality over quantity ethos, and his approach to charting the future of Padrón Cigars.
PLUS: Grinder Makes His Return, Lizards on Cigar Buying/Aging Habit Changes, Lagavulin History, New Padrón Releases, Davidoff Closing Two Lounges and a NJ Municipality Launches Public Smoking Ban

Ep. #182: Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan (w/ Cierto Private Collection Tequila Blanco, Cigar Lounge Etiquette Redux, Lizards Return to Agave, Bam Cries While Laughing at Pagoda & Scones Discussion)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair ten years' aged Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan with Cierto Private Collection Tequila Blanco. The lizards revisit a listener email on cigar lounge etiquette, they smoke a ten years aged cigar thanks to a Lizard listener, and the guys discuss their love of Scones.
PLUS: Fabrica 5 Lineup Recommendations, Return to Agave and Pagoda Cracks Bam Up

Ep. 181: PCA 2025 - Lizards Live in New Orleans (w/ La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol Robusto, E. León Jimenes 1903 Rum, Louisiana Food and Culture, Muffuletta Obsession & Trade Show Highlights)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded in New Orleans, Louisiana at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show, the lizards pair the La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol Robusto with E. León Jimenes 1903 Rum. The guys share their impressions and favorite moments from the PCA show, they detail our appreciation for New Orleans cuisine and hospitality and they discuss our new obsession with a famous sandwich.
PLUS: Interview Previews and New Orleans vs. Las Vegas

Ep. #180: Cohiba BHK 58 (w/ Ron Santiago de Cuba 8 Años & 11 Años, The Brand New $700 Cohiba Behike, Bam and Gizmo in Havana, "Selling Cigars to Friends" Debate Redux & Current Lizard Cuban Cigar Buying Habits)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Cohiba BHK 58 with both eight and eleven year aged Ron Santiago de Cuba rum. The lizards review the new high-dollar flagship cigar from Cuba, Bam and Gizmo discuss their latest trip to Havana and listeners prompt a revisit to the 'selling cigars to friends' debate.

PLUS: Diminishing Returns of Larger Ring Gauge Cigars, New Cuban Cigar Releases, Current Lizard Cuban Cigar Buying Habits, Listener Criticism of Cohiba Siglo VI Ratings & Are Factory Codes Less Relevant Today?

Ep. #179: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Umbagog Bronzeback (w/ Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie, Steve Saka's Branding Choices, Factory Fire in Nicaragua & Listener Email on Cigar Lounge Etiquette)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Umbagog Bronzeback with Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie Single Malt Scotch. The guys discuss Steve Saka’s unique branding decisions, they learn of a recent factory fire in Nicaragua, and they answer listener email on cigar lounge etiquette.

Ep. #178: Punch Punch Punch (w/ Larressingle Armagnac VSOP, Cuban Cigar Retailers Ending US Shipments, Lizard Memories of Great Cuban Cigars & Pagoda's Unique Cigar Journey)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Punch Punch Punch with Larressingle Armagnac VSOP. The guys discuss the impact of popular retailers ending US shipping for Cubans, they share their first memories of great Cuban cigars and they discuss Pagoda’s unique cigar journey.
PLUS: Shipping Change Affecting the Secondary/Tertiary Markets, Palette Development from Smoking With Friends & Bam and Giz Preview their Cuba Trip

Ep. #177: Stoic Cigars Courage (April Fools' Day Blind Review w/ Flor de Caña 18, PCA 2025 Preview, Dunbarton and Davidoff New Releases, Senator's Patio is Open & Lizard Henrito Joins Post-Rating to Reveal the Cigar)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Stoic Cigars Courage with eighteen year aged Flor de Caña rum. The guys do their first-ever full-panel-blind cigar review with a shocking result, Lizard Henrito joins the panel to reveal the details post-rating and they preview PCA 2025 in New Orleans.
Plus: New PCA Releases from Dunbarton and Davidoff, Senator on Outdoor Stemware, Best Outdoor TV Setup
Thanks to Lizard Henrito and Matt at Summit Cigars in Akron, Ohio for making tonight's full panel blind review possible.

Ep. #176: Partagás Línea Maestra Rito (w/ Bacardí Reserva Ocho, Habanos S.A. Announces New Cigars, Selling Cigars to Friends, Bam in the Hot Seat Again & Preparing Just-Arrived Cigars for Smoking)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Partagás Línea Maestra in Rito with Bacardí Reserva Ocho. The guys discuss eleven new Habanos S.A. cigar releases, they share the amazing history of Bacardí in Cuba and a lizard debate begins on how to price selling cigars to friends.
PLUS: Bam in the Hot Seat Again, Preparing Freshly-Delivered Cigars for Smoking & Do Humidity Probes Matter?

Ep. #175: Padrón 60th Anniversary Maduro (w/ Cade Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Senator’s Wine Deep Dive, Why Howell Mountain is Special, Bill Murray on Rogan & Lizards on Cigar Lingo)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Padrón 60th Anniversary in Maduro with Cade Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2018. The guys smoke the latest limited release from Padrón, they answer an email on cigar lingo and Senator does a listener-requested deep dive on wine.
Plus: Bill Murray on Rogan, Wine Rotation/Line Up, Why Howell Mountain is Special

Ep. #174: Cohiba Siglo VI (w/ Glenfiddich 14 Bourbon Barrel Reserve, Habanos Fest. XXV New Releases (R&J, H. Upmann GR, BHK58), Cuban Travel Advice & Pagoda Finally Captures the Retrohale)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Cohiba Siglo VI with fourteen year aged Glenfiddich Bourbon Barrel Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys discuss three of Habanos S.A.’s big new releases, they share some Cuban travel advice and Pagoda is amazed when he discovers the retrohale.
PLUS: Habanos Festival XXV New Releases (R&J, HU GR, BHK58), Habanos S.A. 2024 Revenue, Customs Concerns & Ratings Go Off the Rails

Ep. #173: Weller by Cohiba 2024 (w/ Russell's Reserve 10, Podcast Behind the Scenes, Lizard Family News, Wild Turkey History, SNL50 Concert & Chef Ricky Tower Update)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Weller by Cohiba 2024 with ten year old Russell's Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys share some exciting Lizard Family News, Chef Ricky gives an update on his tower and they answer a listener email on the podcast “behind the scenes”.
Plus: Gizmo on Cher at the SNL50 Concert, Wild Turkey History & More

Ep. #172: Montecristo Wide Edmundo (w/ Glenfiddich 12, iHavanas Accusation on Reddit, Bam in DC, New Habanos S.A. Releases & Lizard Stemware Preferences)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Montecristo Wide Edmundo with twelve year aged Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys discuss the recent Reddit drama around iHavanas, Bam talks about his trip to DC and they are amazed by the history of the scotch pairing.
PLUS: A Podcast First, Three New Habanos S.A. Releases, Gizmo's Amazing Monte A, Shelly's Backroom in DC, Senator's Hotel Mishaps & More

Ep. #171: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos The Man (w/ Redbreast Lustau Edition, Prostate Cancer/Screening Awareness, Whiskey ASMR, Car Smoking Accessories, More Generational Smoking Bans & Chef Ricky's New Tower)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Arturo Fuente Don Carlos The Man with Redbreast Iberian Series Lustau Edition. The guys read a listener email about prostate cancer and detecting it early, they enjoy some Whiskey ASMR, they discuss Car Smoking Accessories and Chef Ricky gives an update on his new tower.
Plus: Preferred Hygrometers and More Generational Smoking Bans

Ep. #170: H. Upmann Magnum 54 (w/ Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky, Telltale Signs of Counterfeit Cuban Cigars, Listener Created Lizard AI Images & Johnnie Walker History)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair H. Upmann Magnum 54 with Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky. The guys review AI created images of themselves sent in by Lizard listener, they detail the long history of the whiskey pairing and they discuss the tell tail signs of counterfeit Cubans.

Ep. #169: Paul Garmirian Gourmet Series 25th Anniversary Belicoso (w/ Trois Rivières Agricole Rum 13 Year K+L Exclusive, Plume vs. Mold Redux, PG & TR Histories & The Evil Mickey Mouse and Avoiding Cigar Scams)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Paul Garmirian Gourmet Series 25th Anniversary in Belicoso with thirteen year aged K+L Exclusive Trois Rivières Agricole Rum. The guys find themselves perplexed by the flavor notes in the cigar, they explore the rich histories of both pairings in detail and they revisit the plume vs. mold debate.

Ep. #168: Juan López Selección No. 1 (w/ Mijenta Tequila Blanco, First Cuban Cigar Re-Visit, Cigar Storage/Towers & Listener Voice Memo on Eating While Smoking)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Juan López Selección No. 1 with Mijenta Tequila Blanco. The guys do their first-ever revisit to a Cuban cigar they smoked years ago (Episode 15), they answer a listener email on cigar storage/towers and they play a voice memo about eating while smoking.
PLUS: Cigars Only One Lizard Likes, Juan López History & Mijenta History

Ep. #167: My Father MF The Judge Grand Robusto (w/ Willett Pot Still Reserve Bourbon, Cigar Aficionado #1 Cigar of 2024, Does Cold Draw Matter?, Willett and Garcia Family Histories, & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair My Father MF The Judge in Grand Robusto with Willett Pot Still Reserve Bourbon. The guys smoke Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of 2024, they discuss how disconnected the cold draw can sometimes be and they answer some listener email and a voice memo.

Ep. #166: La Flor de Cano Elegidos (w/ Volans Tequila Blanco, Senator and Pagoda in Panama, Box-Worthy Cubans in 2025, Short vs. Long Filler & New Cuban Releases)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair La Flor de Cano Elegidos with Volans Tequila Blanco. The guys discuss three new releases from Habanos, Senator and Pagoda detail their recent trip to Panama and its food/cigar scene, and they share Cuban cigars they still consider box-worthy.
PLUS: La Flor de Cano History, Short Filler vs. Long Filler, "Budget Cigars" at $20+ & Carlos Camarena Tequila Influence

Ep. #165: Davidoff Winston Churchill The Late Hour Robusto (w/ Aberlour 18, Lizard Review of Cigar Aficionado's Latest Top 25, Davidoff Tries to Reinvent the Age Statement, Oliva V Lancero Concerns & Lizard Daily Rotation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Davidoff Winston Churchill The Late Hour in Robusto with eighteen year aged Aberlour Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. The guys review Cigar Aficionado’s latest top 25 list, they debate how The Late Hour has changed over the years and they discover how Davidoff is trying to redefine a cigar’s age statement.
Plus: Oliva V Lancero Concerns, Lizard Daily Rotation & Dry Boxing/Storage

Ep. #164: Cohiba Espléndidos (NYE 2024 w/ Veuve Clicquot La Grand Dame & Hine Cigar Reserve XO, Ratings Year in Review, Cohiba BHK58 and BHK59 Rumors and Facts, Podcast Origin Stories & More Gizmo Accountability)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Cohiba Espléndidos with Veuve Clicquot La Grand Dame 2015 & Hine Cigar Reserve XO Cognac. The lizards ring in the New Year with Clicquot and its long history, they review the best and worst cigars and pairings of the year and Gizmo faces another accountability hour with a wild listener gift.
PLUS: Cohiba BHK58/BHK59 Rumors and Facts for Habanos Festival XXV, Bam’s Refined Palette, Podcast Origin Stories & Listener Email

Best of 2024

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

LOUNGE LIZARDS - A CIGAR AND LIFESTYLE PODCAST - BEST OF 2024 - PRESENTED BY FÁBRICA 5 CIGAR CO.
We were supported in 2024 by Fábrica 5 Cigar Company and LIZARD NATION listeners like you! All episodes were recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, except where noted.

TIMESTAMPS

(These timestamps are behind ~90 seconds on platforms running our ‘upcoming cigars’ and sponsor audio on the front of the episode.)

(00:00:57 - 00:02:52) CHAMPAGNE TOAST (EP 149)

(00:03:13 - 00:12:52) LIZARDS IN HAVANA JAN 2024 (EP 117)

(00:13:02 - 00:41:30) LIZARDS IN PINAR DEL RIO (EP 119)

(00:41:58 - 01:25:02) INTERVIEW W/ COHIBA PRODUCTION MANAGER DANILO RODRÍGUEZ PORTAL IN HAVANA (EP 121)

(01:25:22 - 01:46:25) PCA SHOW IN VEGAS (EP 126)

(01:46:44 - 02:21:30) INTERVIEW WITH INDUSTRY LEGEND STEVE SAKA IN LAS VEGAS (EP 128)

(02:21:52 - 02:25:45) "GOV. JESSE VENTURA" JOINS THE SHOW (EP 135)

(02:26:04 - 03:10:47) LIZARDS IN HAVANA OCT 2024 W/ CUBAN ELECTRICITY CRISIS (EP 155)

(03:11:00 - 03:22:01) BAM AND HIS DRIED FRUIT (EPs 134, 135, 138)

(03:22:17 - 03:34:45) OPUS DUBAI LISTENER ACCOUNTABILITY (EP 134)

(03:34:58 - 03:40:12) GIZMO HATES BIG RING GAUGES (EP 140)

(03:40:24 - 03:44:55) OPUS DUBAI SURPISE & DRIED FRUIT REDUX (EP 150)

(03:45:17 - 03:59:20) HOLIDAY FOOD PLANS, KUHN SPOON & THE BAM PRICE IS RIGHT (EP 162)

(03:59:38 - 04:09:04) PAGODA CALLED THE POLICE ON HIMSELF (EP 160)

(04:09:17 - 04:11:14) BAM’S METALLICA KARAOKE (EP 118)

(04:11:25 - 04:18:26) CIGAR BIB LUNACY (EP 131)

(04:18:37 - 04:20:39) GIZMO LOVES THE RETROHALE (EP 125)

(04:20:59 - 04:31:53) BOLÍVAR NEW GOLD MEDAL & LESS LIGERO IN NEW CUBANS? (EP 163)

(04:32:10 - 04:38:22) MEANING OF IT ALL AND THANKS (EP 133)

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Ep. #163: Bolívar New Gold Medal (w/ Don Fulano 20th Anniv. Añejo, Bond Roberts Auction Milestone, Holiday Gifts for Smokers, Senator on Wine, & Is Cuba Blending New Releases Differently?

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Bolívar New Gold Medal with Don Fulano 20th Anniversary Tequila Añejo. The guys discuss a recent Bond Roberts auction milestone, they share how they think Cuba has changed how it blends new releases and Senator answers a listener email on wine.
PLUS: Holiday Gifts for Cigar Smokers, Pagoda Sotelo Update, Cuban Honey, Is Now the Best Time to Buy?

Ep. #162: HVC Selección No. 1 Esenciales (w/ Baker's Single Barrel Bourbon 7 Year, Holiday Food and Cigar Plans, JC Newman Private Reserve Program & "The Bam Price is Right")

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the HVC Selección No. 1 in Esenciales with seven year aged Baker's Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky. The guys discuss a new custom cigar program from JC Newman, Chef Ricky guides us through some great holiday food plans and Senator introduces a new game called "The Bam Price is Right".
Plus: Bam Hasn't Been In a Food Store in Years, Hot Tea Discussion, Favorite Pairings, Holiday Cigar Choices

Ep. #161: Quintero Favoritas & Padrón 1926 Serie No. 35 Maduro (Short Smoke Special No. 6 w/ Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon, Do New World Manufacturers Get Off Easy on Price Increases?, Memories with Favorite Discontinued Cigars & New Oliva Releases)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Quintero Favoritas and Padrón 1926 Series No. 35 in Maduro with Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon for their sixth Short Smoke Special. The guys debate if New World cigar manufacturers have gotten an easy pass on their recent price increases, they answer a listener email on their favorite discontinued cigars and they learn of two new cigars from Oliva.
PLUS: Listener Email on Using Zyn Nicotine Pouches While Smoking

Ep. #160: Aladino Classic Elegante by JRE (w/ Kirkland Signature 16 Year Aged Scotch, Return to the Lancero, JRE Tobacco History, Pagoda Calls the Police on Himself, Alexander Murray Whisky Story & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Aladino Classic Elegante by JRE with sixteen year aged Kirkland Signature Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys return to lanceros with a Honduran puro, they learn how Pagoda called the police on himself and lost yet another cigar case and they answer some listener email.
Plus: Pagoda Calls the Police on Himself, JRE Tobacco History, Alexander Murray's Whisky Story, Rooster fired up about Costco

Ep. #159: San Cristóbal de la Habana Edición Regional Portugal Saudade (w/ El Tequileño Platinum Blanco, RIP Stefan Heym, Cigar Lounge Etiquette, Cuba's Woes Continue & Is "Additive-Free" Legit?)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair San Cristóbal de la Habana Edición Regional Portugal Saudade with El Tequileño Platinum Tequila Blanco. The guys debate cigar lounge etiquette, they discuss Cuba’s continued challenges with power and weather, a Sommelier writes in to take "additive-free" labeling of spirits to task, and they share a tribute to BOTL Stefan Heym.
PLUS: Gizmo's house nightmare and tonight's cigar screw-up

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Ep. #158: Rocky Patel Sixty Sixty (w/ Woodford Reserve Double Oaked KSB, Gizmo in Dom. Rep. with La Aurora, La Aurora's Cigar Institute Experience & Lizard Favorites: Music with Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Rocky Patel Sixty Sixty with Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Gizmo recaps his recent trip to the Dominican Republic with La Aurora, they smoke their first 60 ring gauge cigar, and they discuss their favorite music for cigar smoking.
Plus: La Aurora Cigar Institute Experience, Lounge Lizards' Third Birthday, Music Preferences While Smoking, Outdoor Portable Speakers & Day in Lizard Life

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Ep. #157: Quai d’Orsay No. 52 (w/ Siete Leguas Tequila Blanco, Buying Recommendations for New Cuban Cigar Smokers, Shifting Agave Preferences from Añejo to Blanco & Lizard Argument Over Liquor Ratings)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Quai d’Orsay No. 52 with Siete Leguas Tequila Blanco. The guys discuss yet another limited Cohiba release, they share cigar recommendations for a new Cuban smoker and a listener takes Rooster to task on his advice for smoking at home.
PLUS: More Siete Leguas History, Shifting Agave Preference from Añejo to Blanco & Lizards Argue Over Liquor Ratings

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Ep. #156: Warped El Oso 10th Anniversary Grand Papa (w/ Indri Single Malt Indian Whisky, Davidoff's Astronomical Price for Oro Blanco 111, Listener Email on Golf Cigars and Accessories & Senator Visits Toronto, CA)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Warped El Oso 10th Anniversary Grand Papa with Indri Single Malt Indian Whisky. The guys discuss Davidoff’s astronomically priced Oro Blanco Special Reserve 111, they answer a listener email on golf cigars and accessories and Senator details his recent trip to Toronto, Canada.
Plus: Why are Lizard ratings so different from other publications?

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Ep. #155: Lizards in Cuba & Cuban Electricity Crisis (w/ Por Larrañaga Fénix Edición Regional Phoenicia, G4 Tequila Blanco Madera, Pagoda in Havana During Power Outage, Future of Cuban Travel & Impact on the Cuban People)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Por Larrañaga Fénix Edición Regional Phoenicia with G4 Tequila Blanco Madera. The guys discuss the current Cuban electricity crisis, Pagoda’s experience navigating it firsthand on the ground, and what this all means for future travel to Cuba and for the Cuban people.

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Ep. #154: La Aurora 120th Anniversary Robusto (w/ E. León Jimenes 110th Anniversary Rum, Unique Story of the Oldest Manufacturer in Dom. Rep., Big Retailers and their Approach to Plume/Mold/Humidity & New Segment Alert: Lizard Daily Rotation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the La Aurora 120th Anniversary Robusto with E. León Jimenes 110th Anniversary Rum. The guys discuss the unique history of oldest cigar manufacturer in the Dominican Republic, they discuss old cigar favorites that have fallen out of favor and they launch a new lizard rotation segment.

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Ep. #153: H. Upmann Royal Robusto LCDH (w/ Remy Martin Tercet, Buena Vista Social Orchestra Live Review & Listener Email on Smoking Aged Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair H. Upmann Royal Robusto LCDH with Remy Martin Tercet cognac. The guys try another La Casa Del Habano exclusive cigar, they recap their night with the Buena Vista Social Orchestra live and they answer a listener email on when to smoke aged cigars.

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Ep. #152: Padrón Family Reserve No. 50 Natural (w/ El Tesoro Reposado, Padrón 60th Anniversary Release and Pricing Discussion, Lizard Favorite Tequila in Reposado & Listener Emails)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Padrón Family Reserve No. 50 Natural with El Tesoro Tequila Reposado. The guys discuss the release of Padron’s new 60th Anniversary cigar, they revisit one of their favorite tequilas in a different expression, and they answer some listener email.

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Ep. #151: Vegueros Centrofinos (w/ LALO Tequila Blanco, Our First 'Budget' Cuban, 'For the Love of Agave' Event Recap, Eating While Smoking & Cohiba Espléndidos Gran Reserva Cosecha Pricing Announced)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Vegueros Centrofinos with LALO Tequila Blanco. The guys venture into the world of budget Cubans, they answer a listener email on smoking while eating and they discuss Chef Ricky’s recent Agave event at Añejo Tribeca in New York City.
PLUS: Cohiba Espléndidos Gran Reserva Cosecha 2007 Pricing Announced & Food Pairing Suggestions for Cigars

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Ep. #150: Fuente Fuente Opus X 2020 Viento d'Amor (w/ 123 Organic Tequilas Blanco and Añejo, Bam's Opus Dubai Debut, Listener Email on Palate Development & Sister Tequila Reviews)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Fuente Fuente Opus X 2020 Viento d'Amor with 123 Organic Tequilas Blanco and Añejo. Bam's infamous "Opus Dubai" makes its long-awaited debut, the guys discuss palate development and finding new flavor notes in cigars and they compare two sister spirits.

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Ep. #149: Partagás Maduro No. 3 (w/ Glenmorangie Cadboll Estate 15 Year, Bollinger Special Cuvée Champagne, Senator's Birthday, Listener Feedback on Pouring Water on Cigars & Time Machine Cuban Cigar Buying)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Partagás Maduro No. 3 with Glenmorangie Cadboll Estate 15 Years Old Single Malt Scotch and Bollinger Special Cuvée Champagne. The guys celebrate Senator’s birthday, they revisit pouring water over your cigar with listener comments and they go back in time for a Cuban cigar buying exercise.
Plus: Cuban Cigar Authenticity & Other Cuban Marcas Deserving a Maduro

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Ep. #148: Roma Craft Intemperance Volstead VO 1920 Noble Experiment (w/ Oban 14, Davidoff Returns to PCA Show, New Lizard Bingo Card & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Roma Craft Intemperance Volstead VO 1920 Noble Experiment with fourteen years old Oban Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The guys revisit a familiar friend from Oban, they discuss Davidoff returning to the PCA show and they share the latest lizard bingo card from a listener.
PLUS: Roma Craft Story & Rating Debate: When does the Formal Lizard Rating require a box purchase?

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Ep. #147: Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 3 (w/ Château d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé, Cohiba/Trinidad Market Correction?, Next Cuban Marca Rumored for Pivot & Listener Voice Memo)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 3 with Château d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé. The guys debate whether a market correction has started for Cohiba and Trinidad, they learn what marca might be next for a Habanos brand pivot and they share a listener voice memo.

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Ep. #146: Bond Roberts Petit 109 Linea D No. 6 (w/ Nikka Miyagikyo Single Malt, Similarities between Honduran and Cuban Tobacco, Finding Your Lizard Cigar Crew, Smoking in your 20s & Olympics)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Bond Roberts Petit 109 Linea D No. 6 with Nikka Miyagikyo Single Malt Whisky. The guys discuss the similarities between Honduran and Cuban tobacco, they answer a listener email about smoking in your early 20s and finding your own lizard smoking crew, and they share their thoughts on the Olympics.

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Ep. #145: Por Larrañaga Picadores No. 1 (w/ Flor De Caña 7 Year Rum Gran Reserva, How to Tell Friends They've Purchased Fake Cubans, Senator Details Running Cigars Under Water & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Por Larrañaga Picadores No. 1 with seven year aged Flor de Caña Rum Gran Reserva. The guys answer a listener email about friends buying and sharing fake Cuban cigars and Senator shares his newfound appreciation for running cigars under water.
Plus: Ten86 Lounge Charity Golf Outing Recap

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Ep. #144: Byron 21st Century Elegantes (w/ The Balvenie Curious Casks American Bourbon Barrel 14, Byron History/Renaissance, Atabey Comparison, Senator in Chicago, Biggs Cigar Lounge Review & Supporting Local Lounges)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Byron 21st Century Elegantes with fourteen year aged The Balvenie Curious Casks Collection American Bourbon Barrel single malt scotch whisky. The guys discuss the long history of the Byron name and the story of its renaissance, this marca's relation to Atabey, Senator reviews Biggs Cigar Lounge in Chicago and they share listener email.
Plus: Supporting local cigar lounges, Chicago food and hospitality & Crowdstrike outage

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Ep. #143: Ramón Allones Gigantes (w/ Camus Cognac VSOP, New "LIZARD OF THE WEEK" Listener Giveaway Segment, Senator in Italy, Kirby Allison/Cigar Aficionado Feedback, Traveling to Cuba & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Ramón Allones Gigantes with Camus Intensely Aromatic VSOP Cognac. The guys launch a new “LIZARD OF THE WEEK” listener giveaway segment, Senator details his trip to Italy, they discuss traveling to Cuba alone versus with an agency and they read some listener feedback on our recent comments on Kirby Allison and Cigar Aficionado.

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Ep. #142: Casdagli Brothers of the Sabre Brave Piramide (w/ Henry McKenna 10 Years Old Single Barrel Bourbon, The Cigar Authority Podcast Attacks "Lounge Lizards", Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon and Poobah vs. Napoleon)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Casdagli Brothers of the Sabre in Brave Piramide with ten years old Henry McKenna Kentucky Single Barrel Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys review the long history of and French influence on this cigar, they discuss bourbon that’s bottled-in-bond and they respond to clips from another podcast putting “lounge lizards” and other cigar smokers on blast.

Plus: Poobah vs. Napoleon & The Real Cigar Authority

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Ep. #141: Fonseca No. 1 (w/ Cazcanes No. 7 Tequila Reposado, Lizards First Cigar Box Purchases, Trinidad EL 2024 Pricing, Cazacanes Achievements & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair Fonseca No. 1 with Cazcanes No. 7 Tequila Reposado. The guys discuss their first-ever cigar box purchases, they share the origin and unique achievements of the tequila pairing and they answer a few listener emails. PLUS: Chef Ricky Camacho guests on the panel.

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Ep. #140: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa Cervantes Fino (w/ Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Listeners Demand Gizmo Accountability, An International Bourbon Voyage at Sea & Gizmo on Video for FOHtv Deep Dive)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sobremesa Cervantes Fino with Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The guys hear critical emails and a voice memo on Gizmo accountability, Poobah and Senator argue over NYC lounge experiences, they share the international journey of the bourbon pairing and they discuss a recent video interview Gizmo did with FOH.

Watch the FOHtv Deep Dive w/ Lizard Gizmo (video): https://youtu.be/UCHp18DzICk?si=Qnrc2eFNC8dAfo5P

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Ep. #139: Trinidad Esmereldas (w/ Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne, Trinidad History Discrepancies and 55th Anniv. Media Blitz, Kirby Allison and Cigar Aficionado Frustrations & New Cuban Vintage Program Redux)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair Trinidad Esmereldas with Ruinart Blanc de Blancs champagne. The guys discuss Trinidad's history, the recent 55th Anniversary Media Blitz and they share their frustration with Cigar Aficionado and Kirby Allison. Finally, they revisit their discussion on the new Habanos S.A. Aging Program with new information.

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Ep. #138: Davidoff Maduro Robusto (w/ Pol Roger Réserve Brut Champagne & Orin Swift Papillon 2019, Davidoff Value Debate, Listener Email & Poobah's Birthday Celebration)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Davidoff Maduro in Robusto with Pol Roger Réserve Brut Champagne and Orin Swift Papillon 2019. The guys debate the value of this high-priced Dominican maduro, they answer some listener email and they celebrate Poobah’s birthday.

Lizards' Preferred Wine Saver: https://amzn.to/4cqM6zE

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Ep. #137: La Gloria Cubana Glorias LCDH (w/ A. de Fussigny Cognac VSOP, Listener Emails on Defining Lizard Palates, Toasting Cigars and Prohibitive New Zealand Tobacco Laws & Habanos S.A. ELs for 2024)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the La Gloria Cubana Glorias LCDH with A. de Fussigny Cognac VSOP. The guys answer listener emails on: toasting cigars, New Zealand’s tough tobacco laws and how to profile each lizards individual palate, plus they discuss Habanos S.A.’s 2024 Edición Limitadas. Plus: Can a pairing detract from a cigar smoking experience?

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Ep. #136: Drew Estate Liga Privada T52 Corona Viva (w/ Mezcal Deep Dive ft. Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of Añejo Restaurant Group)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Drew Estate Liga Privada T52 in Corona Viva with mezcals Neta (Espadín), Lalocura (Espadín) and Rey Campero (Tepextate). The guys welcome Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of the Añejo Restaurant Group (NYC/PHI/NJ) for a deep dive on artisanal mezcals. They discuss why mezcal pairs so well with cigars, the differences in agave varietals and the confusion around this sometimes divisive spirit.
Plus: Chef Ricky's favorite cigars and Lizard palate growth

For more on Chef Ricky's restaurants:
https://www.anejotribeca.com/
https://www.anejonyc.com/
https://www.anejophilly.com/
https://www.eatplaya.com/

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Ep. #135: H. Upmann Half Corona & Arturo Fuente Rosado Sungrown Magnum R 44 (Short Smoke Special No. 5 w/ Flor de Caña 12, Lizards Take Cigar Aficionado to Task on Cuba, Minneapolis Cigar Smoking Ban & Poobah Introduces us to Jesse Ventura)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the H. Upmann Half Corona and Arturo Fuente Rosado Sungrown Magnum R Vitola 44 with twelve year aged Flor de Caña rum for their fifth Short Smoke Special. The guys take Cigar Aficionado to task on their recent Cuba-focused issue and they discuss one city’s controversial new law to limit indoor cigar smoking to no more than 15 minutes.
Plus: Flor de Caña history & Poobah invites Jesse Ventura to join the episode

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Ep. #134: J.C. Newman Julius Caeser Toast Across America 2023 Shark (w/ Calumet Small Batch Bourbon, J.C. Newman History and Fuente Partnership Deep Dive & Bam Bam In Listener Voice Memo Crosshairs)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the J.C. Newman Julius Caeser Toast Across America 2023 Shark with Calumet Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The guys discuss J.C. Newman's extensive history, their longtime partnership with Arturo Fuente, the impact of horse racing on tonight's pairing and Bam Bam finds himself in the crosshairs of a lizard listener voice memo.

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Ep. #133: Partagás Aliados (w/ Weller 12, Habanos S.A. Changing Distribution Control and Reducing Supply, Listener Emails with FAQs & Tribute to Gizmo's Mom)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Partagás Aliados with twelve year aged Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss Habanos S.A.’s controversial plan to increase their global distribution control and to reduce supply in some markets, they bring in a special spirit for a tribute to Gizmo's mom and they answer the latest listener emails with some frequently asked questions.

Halfwheel article referenced on Habanos S.A. distribution changes: https://halfwheel.com/habanos-s-a-reducing-supplies-of-cuban-cigars-to-switzerland/438415/

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Ep. #132: San Cristóbal de La Habana El Principe & Davidoff Winston Churchill Belicoso (Short Smoke Special No. 4 w/ Redbreast 12, Generational Cigar Bans in the US, Cigar Bibs Launch on Kickstarter, Listener Emails & Pagoda In Rare Form)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the San Cristóbal de La Habana El Principe and the Davidoff Winston Churchill in Belicoso with twelve year aged Redbreast Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey for their fourth Short Smoke Special. The guys answer a few listener emails, they discuss the rise of generational tobacco bans in towns across America and we debate the merit of a cigar bib recently launched on kickstarter.
Plus: Pagoda in rare form, Why are the Lizards Anonymous?, Redbreast history and What is Cuban twang?

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Ep. #131: Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas (w/ S.T. Dupont CEO Alain Crevet, Martell Blue Swift Cognac VSOP, Hoyo History, Habanos S.A. Aging Program Follow-Up & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey and at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show In Las Vegas, Nevada, the lizards welcome Alain Crevet, CEO of S.T. Dupont. In studio, the guys pair the Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas with Martell Blue Swift Cognac VSOP. In their conversation with Alain Crevet, the guys discuss S.T. Dupont's storied history, his plans for the future of the brand, his love of cognac and cigars and the brand new collaboration with Padrón. In studio, the guys discuss Hoyo's inconsistency and they answer listener emails.

Plus: Habanos Aging Program Follow-Up and HSA Wins Trademark Suit in Germany

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Ep. #130: Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata Maestro (w/ Angel's Envy Port Finished Kentucky Straight Bourbon, A New Type of Cigar Boom?, Aging Room's Story & Listener Emails)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata in Maestro with Angel's Envy Port Finished Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The guys discuss Aging Room’s history and the unique story of its founder, they read some listener email, and they debate if we’re experiencing a new type of cigar boom.

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Ep. #129: Cohiba Siglo V (w/ Pahlmeyer Jayson Cab. Sauv, Fabrica 5 - New Sponsor Alert, Habanos S.A. Announces New Aging Program & Senator vs. Listener Email on Retrohale)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Cohiba Siglo V with Pahlmeyer Jayson Cabernet Sauvignon 2018. The guys discuss the newly-launched Habanos aged cigar program, they introduce a new podcast sponsor Fabrica 5, and Senator takes retrohale heat from a listener email.
PLUS: Habanos S.A. Phases Out Añejados Program, Pahlmeyer Attempts to make a California Bordeaux and Gizmo’s Odd Steak Order

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Ep. #128: Interview with Industry Legend Steve Saka (w/ Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Selección No. 4, Weller Antique 107 Bourbon, Wide-Ranging Convo with Saka, Our Final PCA Thoughts, Sharing Cigars & Listener Appreciation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey and at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show In Las Vegas, Nevada, the lizards welcome Steve Saka, founder and master blender of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. In studio, the guys pair the Dunbarton Sin Compromiso in Selección No. 4 with Weller Antique 107 Bourbon. In a wide-ranging conversation with Steve Saka recorded at the PCA show, the guys discuss Steve's approach to both blending and his business, his long history in the cigar industry, the discerning taste of the modern smoker and his surprising thoughts on Cuban cigars.

Plus: Final PCA Thoughts, Sharing Cigars & Listener Appreciation

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Ep. #127: Montecristo Especiales No. 2 (w/ Don Fulano Tequila Reposado, Farewell to Min Ron Nee, Massive Miami Counterfeit Cigar Bust, Recent Civil Unrest in Cuba & Forgetful Pagoda)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Montecristo Especiales No. 2 with Don Fulano Tequila Reposado. The guys smoke one of the most listener requested Cuban cigars, they celebrate the life of the late Habanos legend Min Ron Nee, and they discuss the recent civil unrest in Cuba. Plus: Miami Police bust a major Cuban cigar counterfeit ring and Pagoda keeps losing cigar cases.

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Ep. #126: PCA 2024 - Lizards Live from Las Vegas (w/ E.P. Carrillo Allegiance Sidekick, Flor de Caña 130th Anniversary 20-Year Rum & Trade Show Highlights)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded in Las Vegas, Nevada at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Convention and International Trade Show, the lizards pair the E.P. Carrillo Allegiance Sidekick with twenty year aged Flor de Caña rum. The guys share some of their favorite moments from the PCA Show, including opening day presentations from Foundation, Padrón and La Aurora, their impressions of the trade show floor and they talk about meeting a few lizard listeners at an afterparty. They also welcome Luis Baez, Global Ambassador for Flor de Caña on, to introduce and tell the story about tonight's pairing.

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Ep. #125: H. Upmann Connoisseur No. 2 (w/ Tomatin 12, Connie Line Finale, Gizmo is Obsessed with the Retrohale & Listener Emails on Cuba Travel and Garage Smoking Setup)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the H. Upmann Connoisseur 2 with twelve year aged Tomatin Single Malt Scotch. The guys review the latest release in the Connie series, Gizmo attempts to revisit the power of the retrohale and they answer a few listener emails on Cuban travel and garage smoking setups.

Items discussed on podcast:
Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Air Freshener: https://amzn.to/3PxDHBy
Lampe Berger: https://amzn.to/3IRijmL

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Ep. #124: Padilla Candela Robusto (w/ Jameson Irish Whiskey, PCA 2024 Preview, Candela Wrapper Production Process & New Interactive Listener Segment)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Padilla Candela in Robusto with Jameson Irish Whiskey. The guys smoke their first candela and explore the production process needed to produce a green wrapper, they preview their upcoming trip to the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas and they debut a brand new interactive listener segment.

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Ep. #123: Por Larrañaga Montecarlos (w/ Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky, Another Habanos S.A. Price Increase and How It Impacts Smoking Decisions & Origins of Japanese Whisky)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Por Larrañaga Montecarlos with Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky. The guys smoke their thinnest Cuban cigar yet, they discuss the Habanos S.A. price increases taking effect this month, how higher prices will impact smoking decisions, and they talk about the origin of Japanese whisky.

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Ep. #122: Foundation The Tabernacle Lancero (w/ E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bourbon, Gizmo Loves to Retrohale, Recent TV Show Favorites & 'Bottled in Bond' Deep Dive)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Foundation The Tabernacle in Lancero with Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys return to review a Foundation cigar on a listener recommendation, they discuss their recent favorite TV finds and Gizmo shares his newfound love of the retrohale.

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Ep. #121: Interview w/ Cohiba Production Manager Danilo Rodríguez Portal (w/ Cohiba BHK 54, Fábrica de Tabacos El Laguito, Cigar Production, Tobacco Procurement and Fermentation, Cigar Authenticity & Cigar Community Appreciation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded live in Havana, Cuba the lizards welcome Danilo Rogríguez Portal - Production Manager of Cohiba and the El Laguito Tobacco Factory. This is the final of three episodes recapping their Cuba trip in January 2024. Danilo and the guys discuss his history and passion for cigars, the procurement and fermentation process for Laguito tobacco, as well as production and quality control of cigars made at El Laguito. Plus: Cuban Cigar Authenticity, Cohiba's Future and our shared appreciation for friendship and community around premium cigars.

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Ep. #120: La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull (w/ Dewars 18, Cigar Boom Debate, FDA Update, Listener Email and Rooster's True Identity Revealed)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the La Flor Dominican Andalusian Bull with eighteen year aged Dewars Blended Scotch Whisky. The guys discuss the brand and history of this popular cigar, they debate if we are in another cigar boom, they read listener email and Rooster reveals his true identity as an A-list movie star. Plus: FDA Cigar Lawsuit Update

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Ep. #119: Lizards in Cuba 2024 Pt. 2 (w/ Vegas Robaina Famosos and Campo Viejo Tempranillo; first-ever Lizard Visit to Viñales and Pinar del Rio, Tobacco Farms, Cuban Countryside & Habanos Festival Preview)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair Vegas Robaina Famosos with Campo Viejo Tempranillo. This is the second part of three recapping their Cuba trip in January 2024. This week's focus: the first-ever lizard visit to Viñales in the province of Pinar del Rio - Cuba’s home for premium tobacco farms. They discuss the tobacco growing process, their impressions of Cuba’s countryside, and they preview the upcoming Habanos Festival.

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Ep. #118: Drew Estate Blackened M81 Corona (w/ Blackened 72 Seasons Whiskey, Bam Does Metallica Karaoke, Packing Cigars for Travel, Padrón's New Finca & Pagoda Visits Costa Rica)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Drew Estate Blackened M81 in Corona with Blackened 72 Seasons Straight American Whiskey. The guys enter the world of Metallica and Bam does karaoke, they discuss Padron’s new farm in Estelí, we reveal yet another Year of the Dragon release and Pagoda details his recent trip to Costa Rica.

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Ep. #117: Lizards in Cuba 2024 Pt. 1 (w/ Punch Double Coronas and Glenlivet 14; Havana First Impressions, Food and Lounge Recommendation Updates, Inflation Impacts in Cuba & Rooster's Birthday at Tropicana)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair Punch Double Coronas with fourteen year aged Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch. This is the first part of three recapping their Cuba trip in January 2024. This week's focus: first impressions of Havana a year later, restaurant and lounge recommendation update, inflation impact on the Island & Rooster's birthday at the Tropicana.

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Ep. #116: Arturo Fuente Vintage 1960s Series Rare Pink Signature (w/ Brugal Extra Viejo Rum, Gurkha vs. Davidoff & Big Box Liquor Retailer Promoting "Plume")

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Arturo Fuente's Vintage 1960s Rare Pink in Signature with Brugal Extra Viejo Rum. The guys discuss and review Fuente’s newest line, they take issue with a big box retailer promoting "plume" on cigars and they debate the merits of Gurkha’s lawsuit against Davidoff over a fire breathing reptile.

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Ep. #115: Cohiba Piramides Extra (w/ Camus Borderies XO, Cohiba Deep Dive & Battle of the Piramides Continues)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Cohiba Piramides Extra with Camu Borderies XO. The guys continue their journey into Cuban piramides, they do a deep dive on Cohiba’s line, and they explore a super premium cognac.

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Ep. #114: Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro Figurado (w/ Glenmorangie 14 Quinta Ruban, Cigar Aficionado Top 25 & Lizards in Panama)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Oliva Serie V Melanio Maduro in Figurado with fourteen year aged Glenmorangie Quinta Ruben single malt scotch. The guys revisit Oliva in a different line, they discuss Cigar Aficianado’s Top 25 Cigars from 2023 and Pagoda and Senator recap their trip to Panama.

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Ep. #113: Partagás 8-9-8 (New Year Celebration w/ Dom Pérignon 2013, Delord 25, Year in Review: Cigars and Spirits & CA's Cigar of the Year)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Partagás 8-9-8 with Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013 Champagne and Delord 25 Year Aged Armagnac. The guys review the best and worst cigars and spirits they rated in 2023, they discuss Cigar Aficionado’s recently announced Cigar of the Year and they raise a glass to 2024.

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Best of 2023

Lounge Lizards — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Lounge Lizards - a cigar and lifestyle podcast - Best of 2023 Episode. We were supported in 2023 by Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey and amazing listeners like you!

TIMESTAMPS
(These stamps are behind by about 50 seconds on platforms running our 'upcoming cigars' audio on the front of the episode.)

(00:00:55 -00:33:20) HOW THE LIZARDS MET (EP 79)
(00:33:24-00:40:10) LIZARDS IN CUBA PT. 1 - HAVANA FIRST IMPRESSIONS (EP 74)
(00:40:12-01:37:05) LIZARDS IN CUBA PT. 2 - EL LAGUITO FACTORY/COHIBA (EP 76)
(01:37:05-02:02:40) LIZARDS IN CUBA PT. 3 - LA CORONA FACTORY (EP 78)
(02:02:40-02:15:28) LIZARDS IN CUBA PT. 4 - RETAIL STORES/PARTAGÁS LCDH (EP 80)
(02:15:30-02:59:25) BAM BAM ACCOUNTABILITY HOUR (EPs 62, 63, 112)
(02:59:28-03:09:32) FDA DISCUSSION (EP 112)
(03:09:32-03:17:49) CIGARS HELP CREATE SPECIAL MOMENTS (EP 85)
(03:17:50-03:27:15) LIZARDS PRANK ROOSTER (EP 94)
(03:27:18-03:34:03) SENATOR'S BREACH OF LIZARD PROTOCOL (EP 99)
(03:34:03-03:35:44) THE INCREDIBLE OLIVA V LANCERO (EP 99)
(03:35:44-03:42:11) GIZMO PRONUNCIATION BLUNDERS & ARMAGNAC ARRIVES (EPs 90, 92, 109)
(03:42:15-03:45:49) BAM BAM: "OXYGEN OXIDIZES" (EPs 99, 105)
(03:45:53-03:54:01) EPISODE 100, PADRON HAMMER vs. 80TH & LISTENER APPRECIATION (EP 100)

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Ep. #112: ADVentura The Navigator Pinzon (w/ Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky, Fuente/Padron LEGENDS Delayed Again, Mobile Cigar Lounge, New $100 Rocky, Arnold's Cigar Tent & Congress vs. FDA)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Casa Gizmo (a Ten86 annex) in northern New Jersey, the lizards pair ADVentura The Navigator in Pinzon with Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky. The guys share the ADV origin story, they discuss yet another Fuente/Padron LEGENDS delay, and they discover a mobile cigar lounge business.
PLUS: New $100 Rocky, Arnold's California Cigar Tent & Congress vs. FDA)

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Ep. #111: H. Upmann Connoisseur B (w/ Weller Special Reserve Bourbon, Habanos S.A. Loosening Counterfeit Security Protocol & Lizard Christmas Plans)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the H. Upmann Connoisseur B with Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys continue their journey through Upmann's Connie line, they discuss their Christmas cigar and drink lineups and they learn that Habanos S.A. is loosening its counterfeit security protocols.

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Ep. #110: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Muestra De Saka The Bewitched (w/ Little Rest American Single Malt Whisky, Padron/Fuente Legends Coming Soon & The World's Most Secure Humidor)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Muestra De Saka The Bewitched with Little Rest American Single Malt Whisky. The guys review Steve Saka’s marca and his industry history, they reveal new details about the upcoming Padron/Fuente Legends collaboration, and they discuss what may be the world’s most secure humidor.

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Ep. #109: Ramón Allones Allones No. 3 (w/ Bunnahabhain 12, Habanos Festival '24 Announced, Proper Cigar Storage, Avoiding Tobacco Beetles & Pagoda is Roving)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Ramón Allones Allones No. 3 with twelve year aged Bunnahabhain Single Malt Scotch. The guys review the first new regular production RA cigar in decades, they discuss the 2024 Habanos Festival, they answer a listener email about proper conditions for cigar storage and Pagoda finally has a rover.

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Ep. #108: HVC Hot Cake Corona Gorda (w/ WhistlePig 10 Year Small Batch Rye, Davidoff YOTD Discussion, E.P. Carrillo Customer-Blended Cigar & Our Desert Island Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the HVC Hot Cake Corona Gorda with WhistlePig 10 Year Small Batch Rye Whiskey. The guys smoke a cigar from a Miami-based boutique brand, they discuss a pricey new release from Davidoff plus an upcoming customer-blended cigar from E.P. Carrillo, and they debate their favorite desert island cigars.

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Ep. #107: Bolívar Coronas Gigantes (w/ Courvoisier XO, Bolívar's Long History w/ Partagás, New Habanos S.A. Releases & Advice on How to Avoid Predatory Cigar Sellers)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Bolívar Coronas Gigantes with Courvoisier XO cognac. The guys smoke a discontinued Churchill, they review Bolivár’s history and its ties to Partagás, they discuss two new Habanos S.A. releases, and they share advice on how to avoid predatory cigar sellers.
PLUS: Will and Jada, a Lizard Analysis

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Ep. #106: Foundation Olmec Claro Robusto (w/ Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey, Dr. P Makes Manhattans, Cigar Tower Recommendations & Retailers Have Us Dumbfounded)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Foundation Olmec Claro in Robusto with Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey. The guys answer listener email about cigar towers and seasonal humidity changes, their have their first-ever podcast cocktail, and they lament over brick and mortar retailers who don’t understand their own products.

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Ep. #105: Rafael González Coronas de Lonsdales (w/ Aberlour 12, Recent Cuban Blending Decisions, Uptick in U.S. Customs Shipment Seizures, Cold Weather Smoking Setups & Listener Gifts)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Rafael González Coronas de Lonsdales with twelve year aged Aberlour single malt scotch whisky. The guys smoke their first Rafael González and discuss the marca’s long history, they share their favorite cold weather smoking setups, they discuss Cuban blending decisions on new cigars and they open a listener gift.
Plus: U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Increasing Shipment Seizures

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Ep. #104: Rocky Patel ALR Second Edition Robusto (w/ Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey, RP the Entrepreneur, NY Whiskey, Pagoda in Toronto & American Vitola Preferences)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Rocky Patel ALR Second Edition Robusto with Hillrock Double Cask Rye Whiskey. The guys discuss Rocky Patel’s unique story and extensive product line, they try a whiskey from a nearby distillery, Pagoda goes back to Toronto and they debate entering Rooster into a slow smoking competition. Plus: FDA Fight & American smoker vitola preferences.

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Ep. #103: Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 (w/ Lambay Irish Whiskey, Major Havana Air Travel Changes, Listener Email & Cuban Ingenuity)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1 with Lambay Irish Whiskey. The guys discuss the HDM line and its history, they read some listener email, they learn of serious changes to airline routes in and out of Havana and they share stories of Cuban ingenuity.

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Ep. #102: Punch Short de Punch & Liga Privada Unico Serie Papas Fritas (Short Smoke Special No. 3, w/ Knob Creek 9 Year, Punch History, Mark Wahlberg's CA Cover, & Most Popular Brick and Mortar Cigar Brands in the US)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke Punch Short de Punch & Liga Privada Unico Serie Papas Fritas for their third Short Smoke Special with nine year aged Knob Creek Bourbon. The guys discuss the long history of Punch and the fifteen year history of Liga Privada, they talk about the top cigar brands at brick and mortar shops in the US, and they try a one hundred proof, accessible bourbon. Plus: Mark Walhberg on the cover of Cigar Aficionado and Cuban/New-World Price Discussion

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Ep. #101: El Rey del Mundo Grand Marshall Edición Regional Balkani (w/ Quill Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, El Habano Moderno Book Release, RyJ Stinks, Wine and Tobacco Production Parallels & Senator's Birthday)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the El Rey del Mundo Grand Marshall Edición Regional Balkani with Quill Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2012. The guys discuss the long-awaited El Habano Moderno book release, they revisit their frequent disappointment with Romeo y Julieta, they discuss the parallels between wine and tobacco production, and they celebrate Senator’s birthday with champagne.

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Ep. #100: Padrón 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Maduro "The Hammer" (w/ Pol Roger Vintage Champagne, The Balvenie 21 Portwood, Best and Worst Reviewed Cigars, Favorite Pod Moments & Lizard Origins)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Padrón 50 Years The Hammer in Maduro with Pol Roger 2013 Vintage Champagne and The Balvenie 21 Year Aged Portwood Scotch. The guys celebrate 100 episodes by recapping their favorite podcast memories, reviewing the best and worst rated cigars on the podcast and sharing stories of their lizard origins.

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Ep. #99: Oliva Serie V Lancero (w/ Hennessy VSOP, Listener Emails and Inventions, NYC/NJ Dine and Smoke Spots & Senator's Serious Breach of Ratings Protocol)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Oliva Serie V Lancero with Hennessy VSOP Cognac. The guys explore a budget lancero, they read listener email about the cognac journey, they share lizard-listener inventions and they debate their first serious breach in ratings protocol.

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Ep. #98: Cuaba Salamón (w/ Tequila Ocho Reposado Barrel Select Widow Jane, Johnny Football Docu. Review & Ethics of Buying Cuban Cigars and Traveling to Cuba)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Cuaba Salamón with Tequila Ocho Reposado Barrel Select Widow Jane. The guys do a deep dive on the history of Cuaba, they discuss two recent football documentaries, and they answer a listener email about the ethics of buying Cuban cigars and traveling to Cuba.

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Ep. #97: Ashton VSG Torpedo (w/ The Senator Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey, Post-Covid Cigar Trends, Rooster v. Poobah on Chocolate & Senator's Travel Woes)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Ashton VSG Torpedo with The Senator Barrel Proof Straight Rye Whiskey. The guys revisit a Fuente blended cigar, Poobah and Rooster argue over chocolate, they answer a listener email about post-Covid smoking trends and Senator details his latest flight experience gone wrong.

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Ep. #96: H. Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 (w/ Siete Leguas Tequila Reposado, Cuban Box Code Archive PDF Announcement & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the H. Upmann Connoisseur No. 1 with Siete Leguas Tequila Reposado. The guys continue their journey through Upmann's Connie line, they discuss the recently launched Cuban Factory Box Code guide and they answer a listener email about finding spirit pairings.

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Ep. #95: El Güegüense Toro Huaco (w/ Mount Gay XO Rum, Cigar Industry Major Victory vs. FDA, DoorDash Delivering Cigars, Spotted Lanternfly Invasion & Rooster Gifts Custom Cigar Stands)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair Foundation Cigar's El Güegüense in Toro Huaco with Mount Gay XO Rum. The guys smoke one of Pagoda’s old favorites, they discuss the cigar industry’s major legal victory over the FDA, they learn that DoorDash is delivering cigars in Texas and they discuss the spotted lanternfly invasion. PLUS: Rooster gifts the lizards with a custom cigar stand.

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Ep. #94: San Cristóbal de La Habana Harimau Malaya Edición Regional Malaysia (w/ Courvoisier VSOP, Lizards Prank Rooster, Cuban Prices One Year Later & Regional Edition Value)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the San Cristóbal de La Habana Harimau Malaya Edición Regional Malaysia with Courvoisier VSOP cognac. The guys debate the value of Cuban regional editions, they review the Habanos S.A. cigar pricing strategy one year in & and a few lizards recount an all-time prank on Rooster.

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Ep. #93: CAO BX3 Robusto (w/ Peroni NA & Stella Artois NA, CAO Brand Deep Dive, Retrohaling, Rooster in Canada & Senator Goes to the Movies)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the CAO BX3 in Robusto with Peroni and Stella Artois Non-Alcoholic beers. The guys do a deep dive on CAO history and marketing decisions, they recap the Fuente and General Cigar lawsuit over this cigar line, Rooster visits Canada and Senator goes to a surprising movie.

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Ep. #92: Juan López Selección No. 2 (w/ Dartigalongue Bas Armagnac XO, Cuban Relations with China and Russia & Regional vs. Limited Editions)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Juan López Selección No. 2 with Dartigalongue Bas Armagnac XO. The guys journey into a new type of spirit, they debate the merits of Cuban regional and limited editions, and they discuss Chinese and Russian relations with Cuba.

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Ep. #91: Plasencia Alma Fuerte Generación V (w/ The GlenAllachie 12 Year Old, "Woodmaster" Billy, Plasencia History, Lizard Travel & Bam's Birthday)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Plasencia Alma Fuerte Generación V Salmones with twelve year aged The GlenAllachie Single Malt Scotch. The lizards discuss the long history of the Plasencia family, they learn about a "woodmaster" named Billy, Senator and Pagoda detail their recent travel abroad, and they celebrate Bam’s birthday.

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Ep. #90: Quai d’Orsay No. 50 (w/ anCnoc 12, Poobah's Birthday Celebration & What Makes Vintage Champagne and Cigars Special)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Quai d’Orsay No. 50 with twelve year aged anCnoc Single Malt Scotch. The guys review QD’s current line, Garçon (a.k.a. Senator w/ his saber) joins the podcast to celebrate Poobah’s birthday, and they discuss what makes both vintage champagne and cigars special.

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Ep. #89: Tatauje Tuxtla Lomo de Cerdo (w/ Highland Park 12, Smoking While Eating, Yellowstone Drama & Highland Viking History)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Tatauje Tuxtla Lomo de Cerdo with twelve year aged Highland Park Single Malt Scotch. The lizards discuss the unique presentation of this cigar, the guys dive into the viking history of the scotch pairing, they talk Yellowstone Drama and they answer a listener email about smoking while eating.

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Ep. #88: Por Larrañaga Galanes (w/ Barbancourt 15, PL History, Smoking Outside in the Summer & Repairing Cracked Cigar Wrappers)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Por Larrañaga Galanes with fifteen year aged Barbancourt Haitian rum. The lizards discuss PL’s history with machine made cigars, they talk smoking outside in the summer and they debate repairing cracked wrappers on cigars.

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Ep. #87: E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance 2023 LE (w/ The Dimple Pinch 15, American Tobacco, Titanic Submersible & Burgers and Fries)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance 2023 LE with fifteen year aged The Dimple Pinch Blended Scotch. The lizards smoke a brand new Fourth of July release featuring American tobacco, they discuss the titanic submersible disaster and they debate the best burgers and fries for the holiday.

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Ep. #86: H. Upmann Connoisseur A (w/ Foursquare Rum Exceptional Cask Selection XXI 2010, Cigars as an Investment, High-Proof Rum Re-Visit & Upmann Needs Time to be Great)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the H. Upmann Connoisseur A with Foursquare Rum Exceptional Cask Selection XXI 2010. The lizards discuss the aging potential of Upmann cigars, they revisit a high-proof Rum pairing from Episode 6 and they debate whether cigars should be considered an investment.

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Ep. #85: Padrón Family Reserve No. 85 Maduro (w/ Martell VSOP, Cigar Imports Decline, Cognac Brand History & How Cigars Buy Time and New Experiences)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Padrón Family Reserve No. 85 in Maduro with Martell VSOP Cognac. The lizards discuss the recent decline in domestic U.S. cigar imports, they do a deep dive on Martell’s brand history, and they discuss how collecting cigars is about buying time and new experiences.

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Ep. #84: La Gloria Cubana Turquinos (w/ Tequila Ocho Anejo, LGC History with Partagás & Tequila Brand History)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the La Gloria Cubana Turquinos with Tequila Ocho Anejo. The lizards smoke a brand new Habanos regular production release, they talk La Gloria Cubana and its shared history with Partagás, and they do a deep dive on the tequila pairing.

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Ep. #83: Freud Cigar Co. SuperEgo Lonsdale (w/ Jura 12, Lizard Backyard Setups for Summer, Freud Cigar Co. History & Favorite Coffee Machines)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Freud Cigar Co. SuperEgo Lonsdale with Jura 12 Year Aged Single Malt Scotch. The lizards discuss Freud Cigar Company’s founding, they share some of their favorite at-home coffee machines, and we detail lizard approved backyard summer smoking setups.

ROVER TV STAND LINK: https://www.amazon.com/Mobile-TV-Cart-23-55-Inch/dp/B09CT7P4FC
THERMOCELL MOSQUITO REPELLANT: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C8YDMJJ/

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Ep. #82: Partagás Serie E No. 2 (w/ Ommegang Hennepin Farmhouse Saison, Cohiba Behike Conspiracy Theory, Factory/Box Code Importance & Belgian Beer Deep Dive)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Partagás Serie E No. 2 with Ommegang Hennepin Belgian Style Farmhouse Saison. The lizards debate the impact of Cuban factory codes on cigar quality, they do a deep dive on Belgian beer, and they present a conspiracy theory about the release of this cigar and the Cohiba Behike.

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Ep. #81: Illusione Holy Lance Maduro (w/ Lagavulin 16, Lizard Raccoon Battles, Merits of the V-Cut & Privada's Chicken Bucket)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Illusione Holy Lance Maduro with Lagavulin 16 Year Aged Single Malt Scotch. The lizards do a deep dive on Illusione, they discuss the merits of a V-Cut, and a few of the guys share their battles with the neighborhood raccoons. Plus: Drew Estate & Metallica’s James Hetfield M81 Cigar, Privada Cigar Club Chicken Bucket vs. Cigar Legislation, John Wick

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Ep. #80: Lizards in Cuba Pt. 4 ft. Cigar Shops/Lounges & Festival Recaps (w/ Montecristo Edmundo & High West Double Rye Whiskey)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Montecristo Edmundo with High West Double Rye Whiskey. This is the fourth and final episode recapping their Cuba trip in March. The lizards highlight their favorite cigar shops and lounges in Havana and they discuss their experiences at the Habanos Festival '23 and Amigos de Partagás '22.

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Ep. #79: Davidoff Millennium Lancero LE 2023 (w/ Caol Ila 12 Year, How the Lizards Met, Listener Takes on Rooster & Senator's Gift for Gizmo)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Davidoff Millennium Lancero Limited Edition 2023 with Caol Ila 12 Year Aged Single Malt Scotch. The guys discuss the history of the peaty scotch pairing, they reveal how they met, a listener email takes Rooster to task, and Senator gives Gizmo an all-time gift.

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Ep. #78: Lizards in Cuba Pt. 3 ft. La Corona Cigar Factory (w/ Cohiba Lancero & Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Cohiba Lancero with Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon. This is the third part of four recapping their Cuba trip in March. The lizards visit the La Corona Factory in Havana - the manufacturing powerhouse of Cuban cigar production. They reveal what they learned during their private factory tour and they discuss the famous origin story of tonight’s cigar.

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Ep. #77: Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Norteño Lonsdale (w/ The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old, Nomad Van Life Vortex, Favorite Warm Weather Smokes & Listener Email on Sourcing Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Norteño Lonsdale with The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old. The guys discuss the story behind the Norteño cigar line, they enter a YouTube vortex on nomad van life, they answer a listener email on sourcing cigars and they share their favorite warm weather smokes.

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Ep. #76: Lizards in Cuba Pt. 2 ft. El Laguito, the Cohiba Factory (w/ Ramón Allones Allones No. 2 EL 2019 & Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 20 Años)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Ramón Allones Allones No. 2 EL 2019 with Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 20 Años Cuban Rum. This is the second part of four recapping their Cuba trip in March. The lizards visit the Mecca of Cuban Cigars: El Laguito, the Cohiba Factory. They do their deepest dive ever on blending, sourcing and rolling tobacco from their time with the production manager of Laguito and the guys surprise Gizmo for his birthday.

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Ep. #75: Caldwell Cigar Co. Long Live the Queen in Queen’s Sword (w/ D'Usse Cognac VSOP, Caldwell Fire, Jay-Z, Masters Tournament & MLB Broadcast Fiasco)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Caldwell Cigar Long Live the Queen in Queen’s Sword with D'Usse Cognac VSOP. The guys discuss Caldwell Cigar Co.'s recent setback, Jay Z’s involvement in tonight’s pairing, the Masters Tournament and they get frustrated trying find baseball on TV.

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Ep. #74: Lizards in Cuba Pt. 1 (w/ Hoyo de Monterrey Elegantes LCDH & Havana Club Añejo 7 Años, First Impressions, Food/Restaurants, Culture & In Support of the Cuban People)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Hoyo de Monterrey Elegantes LCDH with 7 year aged Havana Club Cuban Rum. This is the first part of four recapping their Cuba trip in March. This week's focus: First Impressions, Food/Restaurants, Culture & In Support of the Cuban People

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Ep. #73: Don Pepin Garcia Blue Lancero (w/ Basil Hayden Bourbon, Cigar Storage Conditions and Freezing Protocol, Cuban Baseball Player Defects & Long Term Cigar Aging)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Don Pepin Garcia Blue in Lancero with Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss Jose Garcia’s wide range of influence, they share their thoughts on the best cigar storage conditions and cigar freezing protocols, and they discuss the Cuban World Baseball Classic defector.

Plus: Gizmo's Buying Freeze, Seasonal Cigar Preferences, ‘Rediscovering’ a Cigar, Cigar International's Purchase of Boveda Digital, Long Term Cigar Aging

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Ep. #72: H. Upmann Robustos Añejados (w/ The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Year, Cuban Quality Control, How Construction Affects Burn & Lizard Post-Pod Indulgence)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the H. Upmann Robustos Añejados with 14 year aged The Balvenie Caribbean Cask. The guys discuss how a cigar’s construction can affect performance, they debate Cuban quality control and value, and they reveal a post-pod lizard indulgence.

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Ep. #71: La Palina Goldie Laguito No. 2 (w/ H by Hine VSOP Cognac, Soft Flame v. Jet Flame, Gizmo's New Cigar Vault & Proposed Cali. Tobacco Ban)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the La Palina Goldie Laguito No. 2 with H by Hine VSOP Cognac. The guys discuss the unique story behind the Goldie line, they debate the merit of lighting a cigar with a soft flame versus a jet flame and they discuss Gizmo's new cigar vault.

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Ep. #70: Trinidad Fundadores (w/ Don Fulano Tequila Añejo, Castro's Diplomatic Gifts, Trinidad Pricing & Cuba Trip Preview)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Trinidad Fundadores with Don Fulano Tequila Añejo. The guys discuss Castro’s diplomatic use of this cigar and its value versus its current price, they preview the upcoming trip to Cuba, and they debate Rooster’s breach of lizard protocol.

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Ep. #69: Warped Maestro Del Tiempo 5205 (w/ Athletic Brewing Run Wild IPA, Cigar Journal's Top 25 of 2022, Gifting Cigars & Super Bowl Pain for Giz)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Warped Maestro Del Tiempo 5205 Lonsdale with Athletic Brewing Run Wild Non-Alcoholic IPA. The guys review Cigar Journal's Top 25 Cigars of 2022, they discuss the importance of reciprocity when gifting cigars and the guys revel in Gizmo's Super Bowl pain.

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Ep. #68: Bolívar Royal Coronas (w/ Iter Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Tribute to Lizard John, Gizmo Eats While Driving, Listener Email & Bolívar Discussion)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair Bolívar Royal Coronas with Iter Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The guys discuss discuss the complete Bolivar line, they confront Gizmo about his ‘dinner while driving’ habit, they answer a listener email, and they share a tribute after the loss of their close friend Lizard John.

Plus: Starting Your Cuban Aging Program, Aerating Wine Pt. 2 & Bam Sourced Cigars

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Ep. #67: New World Dorado by AJ Fernandez Robusto (w/ Hine Rare VSOP Cognac & Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 of '22)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the New World Dorado by AJ Fernandez in Robusto with Hine Rare VSOP cognac. The guys do a deep dive through Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 Cigars of 2022 and Senator shares the history of tonight’s cognac pairing.

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Ep. #66: Montecristo Supremos Edición Limitada 2019 (w/ Hennessy XO Cognac, Another Cuban Price Increase, History of Hennessy, Proper Stemware & Recent EL Releases)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Montecristo Supremos Edición Limitada 2019 with Hennessy XO Cognac. The guys discuss recent EL releases, they do a deep dive on the history of Hennessy, they discuss proper cognac stemware and they review yet another Habanos S.A. price increase.

Plus: Cognac Comparison, Rooster Got a Cat, Valentine’s Day Plans, Cuba

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Ep. #65: La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor Robusto (w/ Oban Distiller's Edition 2021, Senator's History with this Cigar, Non-Alcoholic Beer Deep Dive & College + Pro Football)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor Robusto with Oban Distiller's Edition 2021 single malt scotch. Senator details his history with this cigar, the guys go even deeper on non-alcoholic beer pairings, and they talk about college and professional football.

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Ep. #64: Partagás Coronas Gordas Añejados (w/ Macallan 15, History of Habanos Añejados, Butane Lighter Issues & Gizmo's Box Seizure)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Partagás Coronas Gordas Añejados with 15 Year Aged Macallan Single Malt Scotch. The guys discuss the history of the Habanos Añejados line, they debate the value of the scotch pairing and they review Gizmo's first-ever box seizure.

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Ep. #63: My Father No. 4 (w/ Widow Jane 10 Year Bourbon & Bam Bam in the Crosshairs for the Conclusion of the Lizard Tower Intervention)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the My Father No. 4 with 10 Year Aged Widow Jane Bourbon. The guys do a deep dive on this New World lancero, they discuss bourbon made in Brooklyn, and Bam Bam finds himself in the lizard crosshairs after finally setting up his tower, ultimately rising like a phoenix from the ashes.

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Ep. #62: H. Upmann Magnum 50 (w/ Aberlour 12, Bam and Giz Went to Cuba, Caviar: Blini vs. Kettle Chips & Bam Bam Cigar Tower Intervention)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the H. Upmann Magnum 50 with 12 Year Aged Aberlour Single Malt Scotch. The guys discuss Bam's and Gizmo's recent trip to Cuba, they ponder this cigar’s place in the H. Upmann line, and they have a cigar tower intervention with Bam Bam dubbed the "Bam Bam Accountability Hour".

PLUS: Current Run of Cuban Cigars, Grinder’s Birthday Toast & Blini vs. Kettle Chips with Caviar

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Ep. #61: Leaf by Oscar Maduro Toro (w/ Tapatio Excelencia Extra Añejo, The Wonder Mobile Restaurant Lounge Revolution, Disappointing TAA Releases & Truth about Ticketmaster)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke the Leaf by Oscar Maduro in Toro paired with Tapatio Excelencia Extra Añejo. The guys discuss this cigar’s very unique presentation, how the Wonder mobile restaurant has changed lounge life, TAA Release Disappointment, and the truth about Ticketmaster.
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NYE 2022: Vegas Robaina Clásicos (w/ Vilmart & Cie Grand Cellier Brut Champagne, Formal Lizard Rating Year in Review & H. Upmann No. 2 Named CA COTY)

Lounge Lizards — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Cuban Vegas Robaina Clásicos with Vilmart & Cie Grand Cellier Brut Champagne for a very special New Year's Eve episode. Senator introduces the guys to the world of Grower Champagne, they discuss CA naming the H. Upmann No. 2 Cigar of the Year, and they review the year in cigar and spirits ratings.
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Ep. #60: Quai d’Orsay Senadores 2019 Edición Limitada (w/ Glenlivet 12 Year, Senator on Fatherhood, EL Discussion, Rooster Sold His Tower & Lizard Listener Makes Incredible Humidors)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded in October at Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey the lizards pair the Quai d’Orsay Senadores 2019 Edición Limitada with 12 Year Aged Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch. The guys discuss Edición Limitada releases, Rooster selling his cigar tower, Senator discusses being a dad and the guys read an email from a listener who makes amazing desktop humidors.

Listener humidors we discussed: https://JMLModern.com
Cigar humidity tool we discussed: https://www.amazon.com/HumidiMeterTM-Cigar-Humidity-Tester-Accessory/dp/B082GJRKV6

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Best of 2022

Lounge Lizards — Sat, 24 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Lounge Lizards - a cigar and lifestyle podcast Best of 2022 Episode. We were supported in 2022 by PerfectCigarBlend.com, Ten86 Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey and amazing listeners like you!

TIMESTAMPS

(00:01:49-00:20:24) ORIGIN OF LIZARD NAMES (EP. 3)

(00:20:24-00:21:54) GRINDER’S FIRST MENTION OF PETRICHOR (EP. 4)

(00:21:54-00:23:25) GIZMO IS A GRINCH (EP NYE 2021)

(00:23:25-00:27:12) FUENTE DON CARLOS SHARK NOTES (EP. 12)

(00:27:12-00:32:23) H UPMANN NO. 2 (EP. 40)

(00:32:23-00:36:27) H. UPMANN HALF CORONA STORY / BAM HOARDING CIGARS (EP. 40)

(00:36:27-00:38:32) BAM’S CIGAR TOWER & HE CURSED CUBAN PRICING (EP. 38)

(00:38:32-00:43:26) BAM WON’T SHARE CIGARS

(00:43:26-00:48:15) PAGODA FENDER BENDER (EP. 36)

(00:48:15-00:51:54) PARTAGÁS CULEBRAS/PAGODA’S IMPROMPTU BIRTHDAY W/ CHAMPAGNE (EP. 14)

(00:51:54-00:56:10) SENATOR AND WINE (EP. 8)

(00:56:10-00:58:55) POOBAH YELLS AT GIZMO (EP. 18)

(00:58:55-01:02:22) GIZMO TURNS INTO BILL O’REILLY (Ep. 20)

(01:02:22-01:16:37) LIZARD ROAST OF GIZMO (Ep. 37)

(01:16:37-01:22:15) GRINDER ISLAY REGION DISTILLATION (EP. 9)

(01:22:15-01:23:58) BATTLE OF THE PIRAMIDES CONCLUSION (EP. 44)

(01:23:58-01:45:50) CIGAR MINDSET DISCUSSION (EP. 46)

(01:45:50-01:54:35) TEQUILA W/ CHEF RICKY (EPS. 32 & 34)

(01:54:35-01:57:25) COUNTERFEIT CUBAN CIGAR DISCUSSION W/ DAN FROM CIGAR SALUTE (EP. 52)

(01:57:25-02:00:03) HOW TO AVOID BUYING FAKE CIGARS W/ DAN FROM CIGAR SALUTE (EP. 52)

(02:00:03-02:03:46) CROWNED HEADS LAS CALAVERAS: THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS… (EP. 58)

(02:03:46-02:07:13) ATABEY BRUJOS TAKEDOWN (EP. 49)

(02:07:13-02:14:20) ROB AYALA FROM FOH ON GOOD CUBAN FACTORY RUNS (EP. 56)

(02:14:20-02:19:02) ROB AYALA FROM FOH ON DOING BUSINESS WITH HABANOS S.A. (EP. 56)

(02:19:02-02:24:33) ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY & LISTENER APPRECIATION (EP. 53)

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Ep. #59: The Nightmare Before Christmas (w/ Crowned Heads Las Calaveras EL 2022 LC46 & Ryūjin Japanese Whisky)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke the Crowned Heads Las Calaveras EL 2022 in LC46 paired with Ryūjin Japanese Whisky. The guys share their holiday plans, Bam gives a tower humidor update, they talk butane lighters and discuss the most controversial cigar and spirit they've reviewed this year.

The discussed Soft Flame/Jet Combo Lighter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W71M6D4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Ep. #58: Punch Duke Edición Regional 2018 (w/ El Tesoro Tequila Añejo, Frustration with HSA Regionals, Artisanal Tequila Production & CA's Confusing Unboxing of Cohiba 55)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Punch Duke Edición Regional 2018 with El Tesoro Tequila Añejo. The guys share their frustration with Habanos S.A. Regional Edition Releases, they do a deep dive into the artisanal production of the tequila pairing, and they discuss Cigar Aficionados unboxing of the Cohiba 55.

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Ep. #57: Drew Estate Undercrown Maduro Gran Toro (w/ Beck's NA + Guinness Draught NA, Non-Alcoholic Beers/Spirits Boom, Canada Hates Smokers & Tip Culture Frustration)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke the Drew Estate Undercrown Maduro in Gran Toro paired with non-alcoholic Beck's and Guinness Draught beers. The guys discuss the boom of non-alcoholic beers and spirits, Canada’s crackdown on smoking indoors, Drew Estate’s Creativity and their frustration with tip culture.
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Ep. #56: Partagás Lusitanias (w/ Rob Ayala from FOH/Bond Roberts ft. Rob's History, Impact of FOH’s Forum, Building Bond Roberts, Doing Business w/ Habanos S.A., and FOH’s New World Releases)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke a Partagás Lusitanias with Rob Ayala from Friends Of el Habano & Bond Roberts. The guys discuss Rob's history and passion for the hobby, FOH’s famous forum, Bond Robert's online auction house, the pitfalls of doing business with Habanos S.A., and FOH’s Nudies new world releases.

Plus: Rob's Favorite Cigars (Cuban and Non-Cuban), Best and Worst Runs of Cuban Production, Blending Cigars, Friendship/Partnership with Hamlet

Friends Of el Habano (FOH): fohcigars.com
Bond Roberts: bondroberts.com
FOH YouTube Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/@FOHtvChannel

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Ep. #55: Ramón Allones Small Club Corona & Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story (Short Smoke Special #2 w/ Desktop Humidors, Why Cubans Go First & Thanksgiving Plans)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards smoke two short cigars with the cold weather in mind: the Cuban Ramón Allones Small Club Corona and the Dominican Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story. The guys discuss the value of desktop humidors, why they always smoke the Cuban first, and their Thanksgiving plans.
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Ep. #54: Ramón Allones Superiores LCDH (w/ Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, La Casa Del Habano Releases, Decanting Wine & Poobah Loves His Flat Top Grill)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Ramón Allones Superiores LCDH w/ Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon from 2017. The guys discuss La Casa Del Habano speciality cigars, Senator details the importance of decanting wine, and Poobah shares the glory of the flat top grill.

Vinturi Wine Aerator System (discussed in episode): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T1F5CSU?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_H3RWVP15TFFDY1K2FD2K

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Ep. #53: Padrón 1926 Serie 80 Years Maduro (One Year Anniv. Ep. w/ Remy Martin 1738, Bollinger Champagne & Lizard Merch Launch)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards celebrate their one year anniversary with the Padrón 1926 Serie 80 Years in Maduro with Remy Martin 1738 Cognac & Bollinger and Pol Roger Champagnes. The guys announce the new website, lizard merch store and ratings archive (loungelizardspod.com), they discuss the rich history of Bollanger, and they share thoughts about the first year of the podcast.

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Ep. #52: Saint Luis Rey Regios (w/ Dan from Cigar Salute ft. Counterfeit Deep Dive, Gizmo Bought Fake Cohibas, How to Avoid Buying Fakes & Current State of Habanos S.A.)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards smoke an aged Saint Luis Rey Regios with Dan from Cigar Salute. The guys do a deep dive on counterfeit Cuban cigars, they discuss Gizmo’s purchase of fake Cubans from a trusted retailer and how to avoid making the same mistake, and they review the current state of Habanos S.A.
Plus: The Legend of the Dr. Joe Show, Dan's Favorite New World Cigars, Bond Roberts' Impact, Cigar Aficionado Cohiba 55 Unboxing

Link to Dan's Reddit post about Gizmo's box with Photos, Evidence and Montefortuna's response: https://www.reddit.com/r/cubancigars/comments/xozyl0/montefortuna_confirmed_to_be_selling_fakes/

Cigar Salute on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cigar_salute
Cigar Salute on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbb685s6fQd33-8h7CdtOXw

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Ep. #51: Ashton VSG Illusion (w/ Singleton 15, Fuente/VSG, Summer Concert Review & Love of Grateful Dead)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Ashton VSG Illusion with 15 Year Aged Singleton Scotch. The guys discuss Carlito Fuente’s involvement in VSG, Senator details Ashton’s history and they review some of our favorite '22 summer concerts. Plus: Grateful Dead, Gizmo hates Connecticut, Lizards Smoking in Secret // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #50: Quai d’Orsay No. 54 (w/ Schneider Weisse Beer, QD's Recent Rebrand & Modern American Beer Culture)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Quai d’Orsay No. 54 with Schneider Weisse beer. The guys discuss QD’s place in the Habanos S.A. catalog, Senator and Grinder talk about the most challenging beer to brew, and they do a deep dive on modern American beer culture. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #49: Atabey Brujos (w/ Yamato Japanese Whisky, Atabey Hype, Poobah's Gin Campaign & Derek Jeter Documentary)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Atabey Brujos with Yamato Japanese Whisky. The guys assess whether Atabey lives up to its' hype as the “Cuban Killer,” Poobah campaigns for a lizard gin tasting, and they discuss the Derek Jeter documentary. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #48: Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchill (w/ Stag's Leap Artemis, History of RyJ, Humidity While Traveling, Cuban Pricing Update & Habanos S.A.'s Plan for Portfolio Marcas)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair a Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchill with Stag's Leap Artemis. The guys do a deep dive on all things Romeo y Julieta, Senator details Stag’s Leap’s place in Napa history, and they discuss Habanos S.A.'s plans with their smaller portfolio brands. PLUS: Humidity While Traveling; Cohiba/Trinidad Pricing Update; Smoking in Japan // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #47: Illusione Cruzado Robusto Classic (w/ Four Roses Small Batch Select, Aging New World Cigars, Illusione's 'Mystique' & LIV Golf Lawsuit)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Illusione Cruzado Robusto Classic with Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon. The guys discuss aging new world cigars, the mystique of tonight’s cigar marca and the merits of the LIV Golf lawsuit. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #46: Montecristo No. 1 (w/ Croizet VS Cognac, Montecristo Inconsistency, Cigars that 'Preview', & Mindset with Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair a Cuban Montecristo No. 1 with Croizet VS Cognac. The guys discuss how young cigars can preview future potential, Montecristo’s inconsistency, and they explore how mindset can affect a cigar and also how a cigar can affect mindset. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #45: Davidoff Millennium Robusto (w/ Dewars 15, Death of Queen Elizabeth II, Football is Back & Our First Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Recorded at the Ten86 Cigar Lounge in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the lizards pair the Davidoff Millennium in Robusto with 15 year aged Dewars Blended Scotch Whisky. The guys discuss the return of football, the Death of Queen Elizabeth II and they read a listener email about the experience of their first cigars. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #44: Diplomáticos No. 2 (w/ Fortaleza Tequila Reposado, NYC and DC Cigar Lounges & Battle of the Piramides Finale)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair a Diplomáticos No. 2 with Fortaleza Tequila Reposado. The guys discuss Diplomáticos' interesting history, they share thoughts on cigar lounges in NYC & DC and they wrap up the 2022 Battle of the Cuban Piramides. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #43: Foundation The Tabernacle Maduro Robusto (w/ Johnny Walker Double Black, James Webb Space Telescope, Tennis and FDA Update)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Foundation Tabernacle Maduro in Robusto with Johnny Walker Double Black. The guys discuss the James Webb Space Telescope, the cigar industry’s case against the FDA, and they find that a pro tennis player could really use a cigar. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #42: Los Statos de Luxe Delirios (Rooster's Connoisseur Corner for a 50 y/o Cuban w/ Remy Martin XO Cognac)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair a fifty year old Los Statos de Luxe Delirios with Remy Martin XO Cognac. The guys enter Rooster's Connoisseur Corner for the first time with this 1970s cigar, Poobah's shares his cognac burger recipe and Rooster questions giving out nice cigars at parties. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #41: Tatuaje Reserva Broadleaf Regios (w/ Angel's Envy Rye, Tatuaje's Success & Favorite New World Cigar Retailers)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Tatuaje Reserva Broadleaf in Regios with Angel's Envy Rye Whiskey. The guys discuss how Pete Johnson’s built his brand, the change in power dynamic in professional sports and they name their favorite retailers for new world cigars. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #40: H. Upmann No. 2 (w/ Remy Martin VSOP, Poobah's Favorite Cigar, Introduction to Cognac & How Age Can Improve Cubans)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair an aged H. Upmann No. 2 with Remy Martin VSOP Cognac. The guys discuss Poobah's favorite cigar, Senator introduces Cognac to the group and they discuss how age can turn a good Cuban cigar into a great one. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #39: Arturo Fuente Hemingway Signature (w/ Johnny Walker Black, Blended Scotch Taste-off & Poobah Loves Pushcart Hot Dogs)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Arturo Fuente Hemingway in Signature with Johnny Walker Black Label blended scotch. The guys discuss Johnny Walker's recent evolution, Senator forces a blended scotch taste-off and Poobah shares his passion for pushcart hot dogs. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #38: Vegas Robaina Unicos (w/ Akashi White Oak, Robaina History, a Lizard GOAT Cigar Reveal & Bam Refuses to Share Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Vegas Robaina Unicos with Akashi White Oak Japanese Whisky. The guys discuss the history of the marca and its' founder Don Alejandro Robaina, they reveal one of the greatest Lizard cigars of all time and Bam refuses to share cigars with Pagoda. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #37: Oliva V Churchill (w/ Chivas Regal 18, LIV Golf League Discussion & the Lizard Roast of Gizmo)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Oliva V in Churchill with Chivas Regal 18. The guys discuss Oliva, the LIV golf league and they roast Gizmo about an infamous night out. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #36: Partagás Serie P No. 2 (w/ Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky, a Critical Listener Email & Pagoda's Fender Bender)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Partagás Serie P No. 2 with Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky. The guys discuss the patented distillation process of the whisky pairing, they read a critical listener email and Pagoda details his first fender bender. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #35: Aging Room Quattro Espressivo (w/ WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye 6 Years, Retrohale Discussion, Products for Outdoor Summer Smoking & Senator's Trip to Greece)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Aging Room Quattro in Espressivo with WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye 6 Years. The guys discuss Aging Room’s unique brand, their favorite products for smoking outside in the summer, Grinder explains smoking with a retrohale and Senator recaps his trip to Greece. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Items we discussed for Summer smoking:
ROVER TV CART LINK: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QYLSWCK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ROKU TV: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tcl-55-class-4-series-4k-uhd-hdr-smart-roku-tv-55s455/6500472.p?skuId=6500472
THERMACELL INSECT REPELLENT: https://www.amazon.com/Thermacell-Cartridge-Repellent-Protection-Mosquito-Free/dp/B07JCQ8GQJ/ref=sr_1_8?

Ep. #34: Por Larrañaga Petit Corona (w/ Tequila Deep Dive Pt. 2 ft. Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of Añejo Restaurant Group)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Por Larrañaga Petit Corona with Tequila Fortaleza Añejo and Tapatio Excelencia Extra Añejo. The guys welcome Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of the Añejo Restaurant Group (NYC/PHI) for part two of a deep dive on artisan Tequila. They also discuss their experiences in the restaurant industry and detail Por Larrañaga's long history. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #33: Davidoff Millennium Piramides (w/ Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whiskey, Davidoff Special Releases & Growing Lizard Palates)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Davidoff Millennium in Piramides with Hibiki Japanese Harmony Whiskey. The lizards review one of Bam’s all-time favorite cigars, discuss Davidoff’s special releases, and Gizmo shares a story about his growing lizard palate. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #32: San Cristóbal de la Habana La Punta (w/ Tequila Deep Dive ft. Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of Añejo Restaurant Group)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the San Cristóbal de la Habana La Punta with Fuenteseca Cosecha Blanco Tequila 2013 and Casa Noble Tequila Reposado. The guys welcome Chef/Partner Ricky Camacho of the Añejo Restaurant Group (NYC/PHI) for part one of a deep dive on artisan Tequila. They also discuss the shortfalls of commercial tequilas and why tequila pairs so well with cigars. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #31: Fuente Fuente Opus X PerfecXion 8-8-8 (w/ Green Spot Single Pot Still Whiskey, Opus X History, Clean Eating & Ozark's Final Season)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Fuente Fuente Opus X PerfecXion 8-8-8 with Green Spot Single Pot Still Whiskey. The lizards discuss their experience with the Opus X line, clean eating, and the final season of Ozark on Netflix. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #30: Quai d'Orsay Coronas Claro (w/ Suntory Toki Japanese Whisky, Cuban Price Hikes, Cohiba/Trinidad Luxury Branding, & Listener Email)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 31 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban Quai d'Orsay Coronas Claro with Suntory Whisky Toki. The lizards do a deep dive on Cuba’s new approach to cigar pricing, they debate Cohiba and Trinidad becoming luxury brands and they read a listener email. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #29: Herrera Esteli Habano Robusto Grande (w/ Maker's Mark 46, Depp/Heard Trial & Cuban-Inspired New Worlds)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 24 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Herrera Esteli Habano in Robusto Grande with Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon Whiskey. The lizards debate this cigar’s Cuban-inspired flavor profile, the guys share their appreciation for classic Maker’s Mark Bourbon and they discuss the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #28: Montecristo No. 2 (w/ Appleton Estate 12 Year Rum, Cuban Twang Discussion & 'The Batman')

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 17 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban Montecristo No. 2 with 12 year aged Appleton Estate Rare Casks Rum. The lizards attempt to define Cuban twang, they discuss Jamaican Rum, and they share a not-so-kind review of the new Batman film. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #27: Davidoff Late Hour Churchill (w/ Glenfiddich 15, Churchill's Legacy & Davidoff Innovation)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Davidoff Late Hour in Churchill with 15 year aged Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch. The lizards discuss the legacy of Winston Churchill, Davidoff’s history of innovation, and the guys debate the hype surrounding regional and limited edition cigars. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #26: Trinidad Coloniales (w/ Glenlivet 18, Grinder's Return & Fatherhood Discussion)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 03 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban Trinidad Coloniales with 18 year aged Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch. Grinder returns and the lizards discuss fatherhood, the guys go through Trinidad’s storied history and they discuss better ways to travel. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #25: Padron 2000 Maduro (w/ Woodford Reserve, Bourbon Discussion & Cigars for Any Budget)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Padron 2000 Maduro with Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The guys discuss Woodford’s impact on the greater bourbon industry, things to look for in cigars on any budget and Senator gives Bam a gift he’ll always remember. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #24: Cohiba Siglo II (w/ Don Julio Reposado + Anejo, Cohiba's History & Counterfeit Cubans)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban Cohiba Siglo II with Don Julio tequila in both Reposado and Anejo. The guys do a deep dive on all things tequila, discuss some of Cohiba’s interesting history and chat about the increase in counterfeit Cubans. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #23: My Father The Judge (w/ Robert Craig Howell Mountain Cuvee, Questionable Cigar Marketing & Wine with Cigars)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the My Father The Judge in Toro with Robert Craig Howell Mountain Cuvee. The guys discuss questionable cigar marketing, pairing various wines with both cigars and food, and the perils of driving with boxes of cigars on the roof of your car. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #22: El Rey del Mundo Choix Suprême (w/ Dalmore 12 & Cuban Cigar Shortage)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban El Ray del Mundo Choix Suprême with 12 year aged Dalmore scotch. Senator shares some history on Dalmore, the guys discuss Habanos S.A.'s approach to their smaller marcas and debate the reality of the Cuban cigar shortage. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #21: Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua No. 2 (w/ Oban Little Bay, Pacing Yourself While Smoking & Classic TV Shows)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua No. 2 with Oban Little Bay Scotch. The guys discuss the benefit of pacing yourself while smoking as well as classic 80s and 90s TV shows. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #20: Punch Punch (w/ Glenmorangie 10, Punch History & 'Bill O'Reilly' Technical Difficulty)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the Cuban Punch Punch with 10 year aged Glenmorangie scotch. Poobah gives some history on Punch, Grinder explains the unique distilling process of the scotch pairing and Bill O’Reilly joins during a technical difficulty. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #19: E.P. Carrillo La Historia El Senador (w/ Guinness Draught, St. Patrick's Day, Guinness History & Poobah Calls In)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

The lizards pair the E.P. Carrillo La Historia El Senador with Guinness Draught Stout. The guys discuss St. Patrick’s Day, some history on Guinness and Poobah calls in live from Florida. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #18: Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (w/ Aberfeldy 12, HDM History, 'El Habano Moderna' Book & Poobah Annoyed w/ Gizmo)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair the Cuban Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 in a tubo with 12 year aged Aberfeldy scotch. Poobah gives some history on Hoyo, the guys discuss an upcoming book project on modern Habanos, and Poobah airs a grievance with Gizmo. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #17: Padrón Anniversary 1964 Torpedo Natural (Cigar Aficianado's 2021 Cigar of the Year w/ Balvenie 12 Doublewood, Non-Alcoholic Drink Pairings & Cigar Cutters)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards discuss the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Torpedo in Natural paired with Balvenie's 12 Year Doublewood and answer a listener question about non-alcoholic drink pairing and cigar cutter choices. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #16: Partagás Shorts & Tatuaje Petit Cazadores Reserva (Short Smoke Special w/ Michter's Bourbon & Smoking in the Cold)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards smoke two cigars, the Cuban Partagas Shorts and the Nicaraguan Tatuaje Petit Cazadores Reserva, with the cold weather in mind and pair them with Michter's Bourbon. The guys also discuss the best heating options to make cold-weather smoking tolerable and the history of Michter's. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #15: Juan López Selección No. 1 (w/ Dalwhinnie 15, Juan López History & Cigar Storage)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair the Cuban Juan López Selección No. 1 with 15 year aged Dalwhinnie scotch. Poobah discusses the history of Juan López and the guys discuss various types of cigar storage. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #14: Partagás Culebras (w/ Auchentoshan 12, Pagoda's Birthday & Impromptu Champagne)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair aged Cuban Partagás Culebras with 12 year aged Auchentoshan scotch. The guys realize it's Pagoda's birthday, things go off the rails a bit with the help of Senator's impromptu champagne sabering, and the guys are blown away by this very odd cigar. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #13: Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Belicoso (w/ Talisker 10, First 'Formal Liquor Rating', CA's Top 25 for 2021 & Grinder's Deep Dive on Isle of Skye Scotch)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair Joya de Nicaragua Antaño in Belicoso with 10 year aged Talisker scotch. The guys do the first formal liquor rating, discuss Cigar Aficianado’s top 25 cigars from 2021 and Grinder talks about scotch from the Isle of Skye. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #12: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Eye of the Shark (w/ Aberlour 12, Fuente History, 'Yellowstone' & Storing Your Cigars at a Lounge)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair Arturo Fuente's Don Carlos Eye of the Shark with 12 year aged Aberlour Scotch. Senator dives into Fuente brand history and the guys discuss storing your cigars in a locker and the TV show Yellowstone. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #11: Bolívar Belicosos Finos (w/ Macallan 12, Bolivar History & Macallan Deep Dive)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair the Cuban Bolívar Belicosos Finos with Macallan 12 Year Sherry Oak Cask Scotch. Poobah discusses the history of Bolivar and the lizards explain their love of Macallan single malt scotch. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #10: Liga Privada No. 9 (w/ Eagle Rare Bourbon, Drew Estate History & Pappy Van Winkle Doc.)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair Liga Privada No. 9 in toro with Eagle Rare bourbon, discuss Drew Estate and the Buffalo Trace distillery and also recommend a wild documentary about Pappy Van Winkle. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #9: Ramón Allones Specially Selected (w/ Lagavulin 16, Ramón Allones Deep Dive & Islay Peaty Scotch Discussion)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair the Cuban Ramón Allones Specially Selected with Lagavulin 16 Year Aged Scotch. Poobah does a deep dive on the history of Ramon Allones and Grinder discusses peaty scotches from the Islay region of Scotland. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

NYE 2021: Partagás Serie D No. 4 (w/ Pol Roger Champagne, Favorite Cuban Robustos & Sourcing Authentic Cubans)

Lounge Lizards — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair the Cuban Partagás Serie D No. 4 with Pol Roger Reserve Brut champagne for a very special New Year's Eve episode. Senator attempts to democratize caviar, the lizards discuss Cuban robustos, sourcing authentic cubans and end with a discussion on their deep appreciation for the cigar hobby. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #8: Davidoff Dominicana (w/ Cigar Humidification & Senator's Love of Good Wine)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards smoke the Davidoff Dominicana in robusto, discuss cigar humidification and Senator talks about his love of good wine. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Holiday 2021: Punch ManTua

Lounge Lizards — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards smoke the Cuban Punch ManTua Italian Regional for the Holiday 2021 episode. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #7: Blind Cigar Tasting (w/ Redbreast 12)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards do a blind taste test of an un-banded cigar provided by Grinder, paired with Redbreast's 12 Year Aged Irish Whiskey. (Cigar reveal is at 52:20 or you can find it at the bottom of the full show notes.) // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod // Tonight's Cigar: Avo Syncro Caribe Toro

Ep. #6: H. Upmann Magnum 46 (w/ Foursquare 2009 Mark 17 Rum, Holiday Cigar Ideas & Upmann History)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards pair H. Upmann's Magnum 46 with Foursquare's 2009 Mark 17 Rum, holiday cigar sampler ideas and the history of H. Upmann in Cuba. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #5: E.P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel (Cigar Aficionado's 2020 Cigar of the Year w/ Kirkland 12)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards discuss the E.P. Carrillo Pledge Prequel (Cigar Aficionado's 2020 Cigar of the Year) and Kirkland's 12 Year Aged Blended Scotch. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #4: Montecristo 1935 Linea Maltés (w/ Glen Deveron 20, Grinder's Scotland Trip & Poobah's Bloody Mary Recipe)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards discuss the Cuban Montecristo 1935 Linea in Maltés, Glen Deveron's 20 Year Aged Scotch, Grinder's Scotland trip and Poobah's famous Bloody Mary recipe. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #3: Padrón 1964 Anniversary Exclusivo Maduro (w/ Balvenie 14 & Origin of the Lizard Names)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards discuss the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Exclusivo Maduro, Balvenie's 14 Year Caribbean Cask Single Malt Whisky and answer a listener email about the origin of the Lizard Names. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #2: Davidoff Chef's Edition 2021 (w/ Dalmore Cigar Malt Scotch)

Lounge Lizards — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

The lizards discuss the Davidoff Chef's Edition 2021 cigar paired with Dalmore's Cigar Malt Scotch. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod

Ep. #1: Partagás Maduro 1 (w/ Scotch & Tennis Discussion)

Lounge Lizards — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 23:29:55 -0400

The lizards discuss the Cuban Partagás Maduro 1 while watching tennis and drinking scotch. // Join the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We’re a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh. Email us at loungelizardspod@gmail.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode! Find us on instagram: @loungelizardspod