Ralph's Cigars Blog | Ralph's Cigars | Chicago, IL
-
Made for Spring- Floral Notes
Experiencing floral notes in a cigar can come down to care and subtlety. Floral notes means it's reminiscent of flowers. But when it comes down to it, there is not a ton of similarity between, say, lavender and peach flowers. So how can they all fall under the same generalization? Much like leather, cedar, and earth, floral notes are more about the sensation or smell rather than the actual taste. But unlike the former, which are three of the most prominent ‘tasting’ notes, floral is not nearly as common. With that sensation can come varying levels of specificity- perhaps you can discern that one cigar has a note of roses, or orange bud- its that sensation of floral notes that drives the palate. Pushing to be able to discern evermore specific notes will give a deeper, more full smoking experience, but usually noticing the generalities comes first. -
Staff Smokes: Super Bowl LVIII
We are ready to celebrate the Super Bowl in style here in Ralphs, and for us that means a favorite comfort stick and a nice drink to pair it with. Come on over this Sunday and join us for a great game, great food, and even greater cigars.
-
Rocky Patel Dark Star
Another new arrival to Ralph’s, the Dark Star by Rocky Patel is a treat for the senses- not only in its flavor but in its presentation. Enveloped in a rich Honduran Corojo wrapper, its flawless construction and dark, glistening appearance captivate between a white stylized band and classy oak box.
