Hey you guys - I hope you are having an amazing summer! This summer for me has been a complete whirlwind but in the best way. This past weekend we hosted a cigar & whiskey night where guests could enjoy the two with all the accoutrements. Cigars can definitely be an acquired taste but having the tools and education to really enjoy can change your whole perspective on a good smoke session.
Smoking cigars is like falling in love. First, you are attracted by its shape; you stay for its flavor, and you must always remember never, never to let the flame go out!"
-Winston Churchill
A couple of things to remember as you are getting ready for your pairing:
Try to make sure your cigar and alcohol flavors are opposing flavors that balance each other and enhance each profile.
Avoid pairing similar notes together so that it doesn't blend into one note. The goal is to compliment.
With each sip of liquor and each puff it should be looked at as palette cleansers for each other.
Once you have the pairings set, settle into your space and get ready to savor using the steps below:
Take a puff of the cigar and roll the smoke around in your mouth.
Take a sip of your whiskey and roll that all around in your mouth as well.
How does the smoke match the flavor of the whiskey?
Take a sip of the whiskey and roll it all around in your mouth, followed by another puff of the cigar.
How does that whiskey mingle with the flavor profile of the cigar?
Always Keep notes of your favorite pairings. There is nothing wrong with having a favorite go to pairing.
Let me know when you setup your pairing and share some of your favorite pairings in the comments.
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