Whisky and cigars – The perfect symbiosis
Whisky and cigars, women surround it with a touch of wickedness. Gentlemen use it to express well-groomed masculinity. The blue smoke and the golden shimmering “water of life” enter into a perfect symbiosis. They combine to create an overall experience. A more than happy coincidence.
Whisky with heavenly support
The knowledge about the production of alcohol seems to be anchored in the genome of man. At least, corresponding processes are known in all cultures. Archaeological findings point back to the Stone Age. It was not until the technical process of distillation that new alcoholic beverages were created. Until then, people drank wine and beer. In the course of the Christianization of Scotland and Ireland, the first apparatuses arrived on the islands. With them came the production of whiskey. Whether this began in Ireland or in Scotland is unknown today.
Cigars for priests and rituals
Also unknown is the date of origin of the cigar. From the existence of tobacco, Europe and the world known until then learned only through the discovery of America. In the homeland, the tobacco plant was a cultivated cultural asset for cultic purposes. In Europe, the cigar quickly found favor and spread among the population. Until it was replaced by the cigarette. Today the cigar smoker expresses rather his cultivated life feeling. Who also attaches importance to dignified ambience and pleasant company.
Story of success of whisky and cigars with interruptions
Whisky and cigars became so important that they acquired political significance. It was in the tobacco manufactories of Europe that the labor movement began. Prohibition repeatedly tried to influence the popularity of cultivated pleasures. The world of pleasure-loving gentlemen is getting back on track. Now that the embargo against Cuba has been lifted, the world’s finest cigars are once again available. The whiskey distilleries are remembering their roots and bottling from single barrels in numbered bottles.
Buy from the specialist
Some travelers have the chance to buy cigars or whiskey directly at the place of origin. Because not everyone can do that, some experienced dealers convince with a select choice of cigars. They cater to the desire for an accompanying drink. Besides whiskey, gin is gaining in importance. With a good rum, the pleasure even becomes somehow original. Those who can do without spirits will often find a select collection of wines. It is then also worth the somewhat further journey.
The place to enjoy whiskey and cigars
It’s not easy to find a retreat in the world’s metropolises where quality tobacco enjoyment is welcome. Where the map shows an appealing whisky. But it is possible! Some luxury hotels are attuned to these exclusive requests and keep some specialties on hand. Both in the humidor and at the bar. You will find addresses in almost all major cities. For example, in Hamburg at the Atlantic Hotel Kempinski or in Duesseldorf at the Breidenbacher Hof. And we have the right Lady for yor evening.