That in a nutshell is what you will find aboard many ships in the upper echelon of the cruise world. Now imagine that this magical place would travel with you as you moved from port to port. I couldn’t imagine a better way to spend my summer than down the shore fishing with cigar and a libation in hand while listening to a little Jimmy Buffet….or perhaps some Bob Marley….Imagine a place with high-end accommodations, fine dining and first-class amenities that include luxurious smoking venues stocked with Cuban cigars and the top-shelf spirits. The IPA is also a great accompaniment to your grilled catch of the day. It's that hint of citrus in the 60Minute IPA that makes this pairing work, as it provides just the right accent to bring out the Herrera Estelí Norteño cigar’s spicy-sweet natural flavor. This East Coast IPA from Delaware has a lot of citrusy character without being pungent. Pair it with 60 Minute IPA from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery which has a boatload of hops from the Great Northwest. This full-bodied and full-flavored cigar with rich notes of pepper, toffee, sea salted chocolate and nougat offers earthy characteristics without becoming too cloying with saccharine sweetness. If your ideal day is white beaches, turquoise seas, palm trees, a cool ocean breeze with a drink in hand, you can’t go wrong with a Herrera Estelí Norteño cigar. A Cuba Libre (Rum and Coke) brings out more of the creaminess of the San Lotano. If sea sickness didn’t get you yet, rest assure the San Lotano Requiem Connecticut will not give you “cigar nausea”.Ĭoffee in the morning and a glass of rum anytime makes an impressive pairing with this cigar try rum brands such as Captain Morgan, Sailor Jerry, and Flor de Caña. The cigar is pleasant in the morning and a better choice for a day on the boat due to its mildness. The mild to medium bodied stogie is more complex than the average mild cigar with notes of cream, nuts and a woodsy profile. Mix the ingredients thoroughly, then garnish with a fresh celery stick and lemon wedge and enjoy!Īn AJ Fernandez San Lotano Requiem Connecticut is a great introduction to your cigar newbie fishing buddy.
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A Bloody Caesar and The Judge by My Father is an excellent pairing after a day on the beach.ģ dashes of Old Bay Seasoning additional for rimĭirections: Fill the glass with ice and add ingredients. The Judge is meaty like a ripe beefsteak tomato and will heighten the peppery spice of the Bloody. My Father’s The Judge is smooth with earth, and pepper, and spice. This will overwhelm your senses and ruin the experience.Ī bready component in a cigar will balance the spice in the drink and peppery spice will deepen the flavors. When pairing a cigar with a Bloody, definitely avoid cigars with a naturally salty profile. Salty, spicy and bright with tomato, it is the perfect refreshing afternoon drink with a plate of raw oysters or clams. The classic Bloody Mary and Bloody Caesar are the epitome of a shore cocktail. A change of pace could enhance your smoking experience. Due to the warmer months, summer is the ideal season to experiment with different pairings.įor a change of pace from brown liquor pairings (like bourbon or scotch whisky), try out some rum cocktails, classic mixed drinks, and beer as partners to your stogie. Nothing goes better with the perfect cigar than the perfect drink.
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The addition of a great spirit just adds to the atmosphere. Whether I’m sitting on the beach or deep sea fishing on my Sea Ray sports cruiser, something in the salty sea air brings out the best of my mood and my smoke. If you’re like me, enjoying a fabulous cigar on or near the open water is a pleasurable, relaxing experience. While some may enjoy smoking during a round of golf, playing poker, or just relaxing with a cup of coffee on the patio, there is no wrong or right way to experience the joy of cigar smoking. Most cigar enthusiasts have a preferred time and activity while partaking in their favorite pastime. Change up the brown liquor and try these pairings instead.