"Another grade of Virginia that we use a lot, though, is C1L and C1F coming out of Canada, C for cutters, L for lemon, and one or two, first or second quality." He clarified that first quality means that within a given lot of tobacco, 95% or greater of that lot is consistent, and consistent across 11 different quality conditions that would put it into that grade of first quality
Backwoods cigars are known for their rustic appearance, frayed ends, and sweet, aromatic flavor varieties, which helped them stand out in the mass-market cigar segment
Illicit trade remains a persistent concern for enforcement agencies
Online retailers typically offer lower prices due to reduced overhead costs, especially when buying multiple tins or taking advantage of bulk discounts and free shipping thresholds