Cigar Lover’s Gift Set includes:

• (5) Don Pepin Garcia Cuban Classic(5×50)
• (5) Graycliff 1666 Presidente (7×48)
• (5) Gurkha Ltd. Master Select #4 (6×52)
• (5) La Herencia Cubana Toro (6.5×52)
• (5) Rocky Patel Vintage ’90 Robusto (5.5×50)
• (1) Yukon Humidor (40 to 50 capacity)
• (1) Humi-Care Crystal Humidification Jar (4oz)

If my wife wouldn’t kill me for buying for myself, I’d have already ordered one of these sets just for the cigars!

The Cigar Spike

Use of the spike is simple, you prep the cigar for smoking, you push the spike through the end of the cigar, and you light and enjoy (the cigar, not the spike). It works in much the same way a punch does by creating a hole in the end of the cigar for the smoke to come through. I actually liked this method of opening the cigar as opposed to cutting the tip off for a couple reasons, the biggest being I tend to hold the cigar in my mouth while working outside with my hands. Generally to do this I have to apply a little pressure which can flatten or ruin the end of the cigar (no doubt you know someone who likes to chew on the end of the cigar).

With a cut tip, you can end up tearing up the end of the cigar and if you’re like me, there’s often a bit of the tobacco that ends up in your mouth (you know, the loose flakey pieces you have to spit out). The spike relieves that issue by leaving the wrapper at the end of the cigar intact, so you’re smoking through a straw.

One of the other nice features is the fact that its not a blade, its not metal. You can carry it through security at airports or concerts as its on your key chains. This is another plus as if you’re like me, when I carry a cutter in my pockets I end up fidigiting with it, worried that I’ll take off the tip of a finger. Well, no worries with the spike.

In all, the spike makes a good addition to any humidor (or key chain for that matter) and is available in a number of colors. You can order a green ones for the golfer in your life for a cool $2.99 for 3 spikes or you can pick up Blue, black or orange from Cigar Spike or check your local cigar store to see if they have the spike.

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The Perfect Groomsman Gift

Groomsmen gifts are traditionally given either before the rehearsal dinner, before the bachelor party or during a special outing where all the guys are giving the groom-to-be his last hurrah. Liquor flasks are especially smart choices when it comes to groomsmen gift giving.

The cool thing about a liquor flask as a groomsmen gift is this: most guys never think to buy one for themselves. It’s one of those gifts that when you get it you’re like “This is awesome. I know I will use this so many times over the years!” Not only will your groomsmen love the fun factor of a flask, they will appreciate its usefulness. A flask is especially nice for someone that likes to go bar hopping but doesn’t like to spend a ton of money on drinks at the bar. You can bring your own booze and save a fortune. If you’re frugal or on a budget, a flask is your party friend.

Something that makes a liquor flask more meaningful is engraving. You can typically engrave or personalize a liquor flask with a name, initials or a date. Engraving nicknames can be quite funny and will turn the flask into a sentimental keepsake. One tip to remember in terms of engraving is the difference between regular initials and a monogram. Initials are three letters all engraved the same size which signify the first, middle and last name of the recipient. A monogram is engraving where the three letters are not done in the same size. The first letter and last letter are regular size and the middle letter is larger and more prominent. The order for a monogram is first name letter, last name letter and then the middle name letter.

Liquor flasks come in many varieties and shapes. You can go for standard stainless steel which is the most economical or select pewter which is a bit more expensive. Stainless steel flasks can have patterns stamped on them or have leather wrapping in different colors. Pewter flasks can be shaped into many designs such as a fish, horseshoe, heart or binoculars. Some flasks even have your favorite sports team logo on them. There is a flask for every personality and preference.

One of the most popular is the basic 8 ounce stainless steel flask. It is priced low and it has a good capacity and no frills look about it. Leather wrap flasks are nice since they feel a little warmer in your hand than metal and they don’t show fingerprints. Leather flasks usually come in black or brown, but crazy colors like purple, red, green and blue are available too. In general, men like the 6 or 8 ounce sizes and women go for smaller capacity flasks such as 4 or 5 ounce. “Slim” flasks are usually for women and wider, bigger flasks are for the guys.

Whatever style you choose, your groomsmen will love their gifts if you get them flasks. You might even suggest pink liquor flasks for your fiance’s bridesmaids gifts so the groomsmen and bridesmaids all party it up on your big day.

About the Author:
Gunther Gifts specializes in Groomsmen Gifts such as liquor flasks, money clips, pocket knives, personalized pub signs, beer mugs and so much more. Lisa Gunther is co-owner of Gunther Gifts Inc., based in Carlsbad, California, and an expert on wedding accessories and engraved groomsmen gifts.

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