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Cuban Cigar Newsletter February 2013
Serving our clients only Cuban cigars since 1993 |
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Greetings!
I know winter is far from over for some of us, but I sat with my dog Corona on the sundeck this weekend, basking in the rays for a half hour while smoking a Romeo Short Churchill. Yes, a bit cold, but the sun was invigorating and I will do it again every chance I get until spring does arrive in these parts of Southern Canada. 
Gentlemen, please remember Valentine's Day is coming soon, Feb 14th. A well chosen heart felt gift for your loved one not only expresses your true appreciation for her being part of your life, but may just soften her stance on your other love of fine Cuban Cigars! We are always glad to be of service
Canadian Cigar Company Ltd
Toll free: 1-888-830-6162 |
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A new Vitola to enjoy when time is limited!
4" long x 50 ring gauge - Boxes of 25.
The NEW Romeo y Julieta Petit Churchill!
See our Romeo page for pricing details.
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For the "LOVE"
of CUBAN CIGARS
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New Release from Cuba!
Renew your love of Cuban cigars with Romeo y Julieta!  Named after William Shakespeare's tragic lovers, the origins of Romeo y Julieta as a Habano date back to 1875.
The brand rose to international fame during the early years of the 20th Century under the direction of Don "Pepin" Fernandez, a talented promoter, who was amongst the first to recognize the power of the cigar band. During his hey day no less than 20,000 different bands were used in production.
Romeo y Julieta's balanced and aromatic blend of selected leaves from the Vuelta Abajo region make it the classic medium bodied Habano. Romeo y Julieta Cuban cigars are a unique line for Cuba. Within the brand are many different Cuban cigar experiences.
 The standard description of Romeo would be about a medium, slightly peppery with a woody finish. Then there are the exceptions. The Cedros Deluxe Romeos offer much more sweetness, spice and of course the cedar sheath they arrive in imparts a deep wood note to the cigar. The infamous Churchill, Short Churchill and Wide Churchill offer varying degrees of coffee with a hint of cream in it, with there own version of slight sweetness, as if sugar was added to that coffee.
The Churchill is the true iconic cigar in this brand, yet there are many other hidden treasures to be found, such as the Romeo Belicoso, an outstanding belicoso that again suprises the smoker with spice, slight citrus and a little soft black coffee note in the finish.
Winston Churchill became a devotee of Romeo y Julieta. Since his visit to Havana in 1946, his name has not only been commemorated on a band but it has also served to describe the marque's most famous size measuring 7 inches (178 mm) by 47 ring gauge - the Churchill.
Now so many Churchills to chose from. Hmmmm...
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Cigar Bands...
The man, who thought them up: Gustave Bock
The year of his discovery: 1854 
There are numerous stories and legends ascribing the invention of the cigar band to a whole variety of people. But all these stories are based on the false assumption that cigar bands were originally designed to protect smart gloves from tobacco and nicotine stains.
Some of those, who have researched into the history of cigars, have credited Catherine the Great - who loved cigars and supposedly wrapped them in a silk band so as not to stain her white gloves - with their invention. Others have assigned the honored role of cigar-band inventor to the London dandies, who wrapped the end of their cigars in paper for the same reason as Catherine the Great. But in fact, the story of the invention of the cigar band was much simpler and more prosaic. The sharp increase in the number of cigars supplied to Europe during the 1850s resulted in fierce competition among producers, and in those days cigar manufacturers had few effective means at their disposal for dealing with competitors.
The cigar band, invented by Gustave Bock towards the end of 1854, was one of the most effective marketing ploys of its time. Until the appearance of cigar bands, bearing the logo of the manufacturing company and the brand name, cigars were supplied to Europe in casks and leather sacks (boxes had not yet been invented) without any personalized form of identification apart from the markings on the cask or the sack.
In the shops cigars were sold straight from the sack - and from that moment effectively lost their name. It was to form an image of his favorite brand in the mind of the consumer that Gustave Bock thought up the idea of cigar bands. In this way the producer could bring the name of his product to the consumer and with a good deal of probability rely on the consumer's loyalty to the brand.
Cuban cigar bands hold many years of tradition and are seldom changed. Newer vitolas have seen the band become a security device as well as a prestige banner. Holograms, layers of coded lines and other features are ensuring clients receive only genuine Cuban cigars. Plus the modern, amazing multi dimensional look is very appealing to the eye.
You can visit http://www.cubancigarwebsite.com/index.htm for more information about the Cuban cigar band over time.
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Valentines Day thoughts...
Ok, I know Valentines Day is a made up holiday for greeting card companies to feed on the public sentiment for love and romance. Rant and rave about the commercial aspect all you want, then hunker down and realize there are women out there that truly see this one day as a chance for the man they love to show his feelings.
Remember all the times you grunted when asked about drapery fabric, paint swatches, matching love seats and counter top choices, well this is the one time a grunt will NOT do! If there is a hint that Valentine's Day matters, even a slight chance, then be there for her this one day and don't screw it up.
This may not require much on your part. Ironically, the less romantic, caring, and attentive you are the rest of the year is directly related to the effort you must put into this one gesture on Valentine's Day.
It is not the present, it is the presentation. A small thoughtful gift given over a dinner you prepared just for her goes a long way. A diamond slid across the table to her at McDonalds not so much. A nice dinner out, a home cooked meal, a walk in the park, a bag of heart candies left by her purse in the morning, all these are acceptable gestures.
Flowers are cliche, but still wanted and enjoyed. A bottle of wine, a fireplace and sincerity make a single rose seem like a vacation in Paris (almost) so unless you can afford the Paris trip, plan something around your gesture or gift to enhance the presentation of it.
Most importantly, take this one day to let her know what she really means to you. Be honest and open and speak the words you dread having to say out loud. We all know she should "already know" how you feel, but on this one day, just say it!
If she does little things for you that you take for granted, today is the day to let her know you noticed.
If she does more than her fair share of the house cleaning, cooking and so on (most do, who are we kidding).... today you will make her understand how very much you appreciate all that she does.
A sincere and heartfelt small conversation is a massive gift in her mind, so make it count.
Remember, it is Valentines Day for you as well, and you may just get the gift of Cuban cigars or perhaps you have them and she will give you the time to enjoy one without interruption or bother. Maybe a fine dinner will be followed by her suggesting you partake in your favorite whisky and a fine Cuban cigar and then....well who knows....
PS: To all the women out there. Cuban cigars are an expensive hobby. The finest of anything in life costs a bit, I bet that may include you...sometimes...
Thanks & Happy
Valentine's Day DF |
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Even if you weren't in the service like I was you can appreciate this one:
A US Air Force C-130 was scheduled to leave Thule Air Base, Greenland , at midnight during a winter month. During the pilot's preflight check, he discovers that the latrine holding tank is still full from the last flight. So a message is sent to the base and an airman who was off duty is called out to take care of it.
The young man finally gets to the air base and makes his way to the aircraft only to find that the latrine pump-truck has been left outdoors and is frozen solid, so he must find another one in the hangar, which takes even more time. He returns to the aircraft and is less than enthusiastic about what he has to do. Nevertheless, he goes about the pumping job deliberately and carefully (and slowly) so as not to risk criticism later.
As he's leaving the plane, the pilot stops him and says, 'Son, your attitude and performance has caused this flight to be late and I'm going to personally see to it that you are not just reprimanded but punished.'
Shivering in the cold, his task finished, he takes a deep breath, stands tall and says, 'Sir, with all due respect, I'm not your son; I'm an Airman in the United States Air Force. I've been in Thule , Greenland , for 11 months without any leave, and reindeer's rear ends are beginning to look pretty good to me. I have one stripe; it's 2:30 in the morning, the temperature is 40 degrees below zero, and my job here is to pump crap out of an aircraft.
Now, just exactly what form of punishment did you have in mind?
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Confession
An elderly man walks into a confessional. The following conversation ensues:
Man: 'I am 92 years old, have a wonderful wife of 70 years, many children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Yesterday, I picked up two college girls, hitch-hiking. We went to a motel, where I had sex with each of them three times.'
Priest: 'Are you sorry for your sins?'
Man: 'What sins?'
Priest: 'What kind of a Catholic are you?'
Man: 'I'm Jewish.'
Priest: 'Why are you telling me all this?'
Man: 'I'm 92 years old .
... I'm telling everybody!'
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The operation
An older gentleman was on the operating table awaiting surgery and he insisted that his son, a renowned surgeon, perform the operation. As he was about to get the anaesthesia, he asked to speak to his son.
"Yes dad, what is it?" "Don't be nervous, son. Do your best and just remember, if it doesn't go well, if something happens to me, your mother is going to come and live with you and your wife"...
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Big Government vs Small Business
The US Department of Labor, claimed a fishing boat owner wasn't paying proper wages to his crew and sent an agent to Morehead City in NC to investigate him.
Government Agent : "I need a list of your employees and how much you pay them".
Boat Owner : "Well, there's Clarence, my hired hand, he's been with me for 3 years. I pay him $200 a week plus free room and board.
Then there's the mentally challenged guy. He works about 18 hours every day and does about 90% of the work around here. He makes about $10 per week, pays his own room and board, and I buy him a bottle of Bacardi rum and a dozen Bud Lite every Saturday night so he can cope with life. He also gets to sleep with my wife occasionally".
Government Agent : "That's the guy I want to talk to - the mentally challenged one".
Boat Owner : "That'll be me. What'd you want to know"?
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Four girl friends spent weeks planning the perfect girls getaway trip - shopping, casinos, massages, facials.
Two days before the group is to leave Mary's husband puts his foot down and tells her she isn't going.
Mary's friends are very upset that she can't go, but what can they do.
Two days later the three get to the hotel only to find Mary sitting in the bar drinking a glass of wine.
"Wow, how long you been here and how did you talk your husband into letting you go?"
"Well, I've been here since last night............ Yesterday evening I was sitting on the couch and my husband came up behind me and put his hands over my eyes and said 'Guess who'?"
I pulled his hands off to find all he was wearing was his birthday suit. He took my hand and led me to our bedroom. The room was scented with perfume, had two dozen candles and rose petals all over............On the bed, he had handcuffs and ropes! He told me to tie and cuff him to the bed, so I did. And then he said, "Now, you can do whatever you want."
So here I am. |
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Alberta, Canada residents please note that AB tobacco tax and gst will be added
See the Alberta resident Monthly Cuban Cigar page for details and specific pricing |
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