The Weekly Word on Pipes and Cigars
Week of August 12
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Cigar of the Week; Flor de las Antillas Toro
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Flor de las Antillas Toro, the 2012 Cigar of the Year
We are very excited to bring you the Cigar of the Year, The Flor de las Antillas
Toro by My Father. This cigar of the week for Victory Cigars boasts a gentle, rounded
box press and a beautiful and evenly colored wrapper- scored 96-points on Cigar
Aficionado’s 100-point scale. The FDLA is delicious from the first puff, with notes
of nutmeg, white pepper and just enough strength without being overpowering. They
are hard to put down.
MADE BY: Tabacalera Cubana S.A.
FACTORY LOCATION: Nicaragua
WRAPPER: Nicaragua
BINDER: Nicaragua
FILLER: Nicaragua
RING GAUGE: 52
LENGTH: 6″
RATING: 96
Available at Victory Cigars
$12.99
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Durham Festival of Spirits- Parkwood Estate
September 8th, 2013
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The first-ever Durham Festival of Spirits will be held on Sunday September 8th at
Parkwood Estate in Oshawa. Participants will have the opportunity to try several
different varieties of Scotch, rum, vodka, gin and wine (both red and white). Beverage
sampling will be held under the guidance of experts from Charton-Hobbs and Gordon-McPhail,
two of the world’s foremost specialty spirit and Scotch suppliers. There will also
be the opportunity to order select wines and spirits not available at the LCBO.
An array of hors d’ouevres will be provided, including an assortment of hot and
cold selections with vegetarian choices. Oshawa’s Victory Cigars will host a cigar
bar next to the Arbour and there will be a demonstration of the art of cigar rolling
by a Master Roller. Cigars will also be available for purchase (they are not included
in the ticket price). Tickets are $99 plus HST, available at Victory Cigars. Visit
www.FestivalOfSpirits.ca often
for the most up to date listing of spirit brands being offered.
Date and Time
Sunday September 8, 2013 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location
Parkwood Estate 270 Simcoe Street North Oshawa, Ontario L1G 4T5 Canada
For More Information
Call Kevin (who turns 40 something today) at 905-443-0193
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Molson Girls Cider Party
at Whisky John’s
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Come and meet the Molson Girls as we sample newly released cider at Whisky John’s.
Just $25 including tax gets you a Souvlaki dinner (1 pork and 1 chicken skewer plus
Greek salad and rice), a pint of beer and two cigars. Tickets on sale now at
Whisky John’s and Victory Cigars.
Date and Time
Wednesday August 21, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Whisky John’s Bar & Grill 843 King Street West Oshawa, ON Canada
For More Information
Call John or Niko 905-571-4533
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Aw, Shucks! The Sequel
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Our inaugural event in 2012 was one of the most popular events we’ve ever staged.
Our customers have been pestering us to set a date; Wanda and her team of culinary
geniuses are only too eager to oblige.
Join us for succulent oysters, mouth watering appetizers and wine – plus cigars,
of course! Tickets on sale soon.
Date and Time
Wednesday October 2, 2013 – 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Shrimp Cocktail Seafood and Pasta
843 King Street West (Thornton & King)Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4 Canada
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Meet the President of
Mombacho Cigars
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Meet Markus Raty, the dynamic Canadian behind Mombacho Cigars. Hear him tell how
his team followed a dream all the way from Toronto to Nicaragua. They established
Casa Mombacho, a new factory, near the Mombacho volcano, creating much needed jobs
in the local economy. This is an inspiring story of Canadian “Can-Do”; and the cigars
are fantastic to boot! There will be lots of specials, prizes and swag for those
in attendance. There is no cost to attend this event.
Date and Time
Saturday August 24, 2013 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location
Victory Cigars Inc. 215 King Street East Oshawa, ON L1H 1C5 Canada
For More Information
Call that spring chicken, Kevin 905-443-0193
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Victory Cigars/Whisky John’s Golf Tournament Saturday September 14th
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Whisky John’s & Victory Cigars Golf Tournament
This is your chance to show your prowess on the links. Just $95 per person gets
you breakfast, a great cigar, 18 holes of golf, dinner and prizes for everyone!
Reserve your foursome at Whisky John’s. Watch for our invitation through our email
newsletter.
Details You Should Know
The day starts with a breakfast buffet at 10:00 at Whisky John’s including bacon,
eggs, toast, etc. From there your foursome will proceed to Sunnybrae for 18 holes
of golf plus carts. There will be prizes for longest drive, closest to the pin,
etc. After the tournament we will retire to Whisky John’s for dinner and prizes.
To register a foursome, please call Whisky John’s and ask for Niko or John (905-571-4533).
Time slots are between 12 noon and 2 pm; this is not a shotgun start, and you must
book a time slot. Registration must be paid at the time of booking. Format is a
scramble; all four golfers play from one ball location for every stroke played.
Date and Time
Saturday September 14, 2013 – Breakfast 10:00; Tee Times 12:00 to 2:00; Dinner 6:00
Location
Sunnybrae Golf Course 1430 King Street Port Perry, ON Canada
For more information
Call the birthday boy, Kevin 905-443-0193
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Facebook Album; Brigham Corn Cob Pipe Night
Be sure to visit our Facebook Page, where the latest event album by Tony Ryta Photography
is now published! Tag yourself if you like!
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If you happen to see this fellow today, you may want to wish him a Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Kevin!
From your Victory Cigars family! Many happy returns.
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