Garrett Rutledge

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Associate Editor/ Manager Online at Cigar Aficionado Magazine

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New Flat-Flame Lighters From Les Fines Lames

3 weeks ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

Les Fines Lames, the French manufacturer best known for its distinctive line of cigar knife cutters, has carved a name for itself in the niche world of luxury cigar accessories. Since starting in 2015, the company has gradually added to its portfolio, touching nearly every sector of the accessories market. Now, its most recent addition aims to strengthen its offerings in perhaps the most critical of product lines for cigar smokers: lighters.
French Government Banning Most Outdoor Smoking

3 weeks ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

Starting on July 1, it will be illegal to smoke in most outdoor public spaces in France. The new, sweeping ban is taking aim at primary points of congregation in outdoor spaces, namely beaches, parks, sports facilities, bus stops, gardens and areas close to schools. While the legislation is targeted at young people and limiting their exposure to tobacco and nicotine products, e-cigarettes are not included as part of the ban and smoking on France’s famed café terraces will remain legal.
The Cigar Lounge On Wheels

1 month ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

We’ve seen a lot of cool smoking spots over the years. Ultra-classy lounges, swanky cigar bars of yesteryear, humble, personal smoking abodes, you name it. But we have rarely come across a cigar lounge that’s literally on wheels—at least not on this level. That was until The Mobile Cigar Lounge came rolling into our purview. The aptly-named company offers a new twist on the cigar smoking experience.
Monaco’s Newest, Ultra-Exclusive Cigar Lounge

1 month ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

The glamor and allure of the French Riviera are undeniable. Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Nice: Each of these breathtaking Mediterranean escapes rightfully draw millions of tourists per year. But just nearby, in a territory that occupies only a three-quarter-mile area and just over 500 acres, sits one of the wealthiest countries per capita in the world. The Principality of Monaco is the world’s second smallest country, only behind Vatican City, but it punches well above its weight class.
Minneapolis Cigar Lounge Sues City Over 15-Minute Smoking Limitation

1 month ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

The Minneapolis City Council passed a law last year that prohibited cigar smokers from smoking for more than 15 minutes inside tobacco shops. To add insult to injury, there’s only one cigar shop in Minneapolis where smoking indoors is allowed. The ordinance felt targeted and unnecessary to cigar smokers locally and beyond, and now the shop, Anthony’s Pipe & Cigar Lounge, is fighting back.
The Trapper’s Den At Lone Mountain Ranch

1 month ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

For generations, the sprawling, natural landscapes of the Western United States have captivated would-be explorers and opportunity-seekers alike, often serving those in need of a fresh start. Today, the intrigue remains, largely in the form of tourism. In states like Montana, Wyoming and Colorado, high-end, outdoorsy resorts, centered around nature-driven activities and proximity to America’s renowned national parks, have become increasingly common.
Wisconsin May Open Doors To New Cigar Bars

2 months ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

Wisconsin could become the newest location to ease up on its smoking ban, clearing the way for new cigar bars to open. In 2009, Wisconsin was one of many state or local governments across the country to implement stringent smoke-free laws that effectively banned indoor smoking. The legislation allowed cigar bars that had been in place before 2009 to remain open, but it made it illegal to add any new ones.
The 9 Best Lighthouses in New Jersey to Visit

2 months ago | thedigestonline.com | Garrett Rutledge

The role of the lighthouse in the 21st century is quite an interesting one. These famous shoreline structures once played a vital role in water navigation; some still do. Yet when we think of lighthouses, do we really think of them in action? Nowadays they are known more as landmarks for popular destinations, tourist attractions, and the perfect structure to include in a beach photograph. But for a long time, these structures were the pinnacle of modern technology and architecture.
Mississippi State University To Debut Cigar Line Honoring Baseball Team

2 months ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

Cigars seem to be enjoying a kind of resurgence in the world of sports. The days of Red Auerbach strolling up and down the sidelines of the Boston Garden with a large cigar in his mouth may be long gone, but lately, the victory cigar is making a comeback.
Creating A Racing Haven In Charlotte

2 months ago | cigaraficionado.com | Garrett Rutledge

Charlotte, North Carolina is a racing town. It’s home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, nearly all of the main racing garages for NASCAR teams and Charlotte Motor Speedway, one of the most heralded tracks in the NASCAR circuit. Against this backdrop, on the very same property as the Speedway, a new, luxury “automotive country club,” called Ten Tenths Motor Club, is redefining what a car enthusiast community can look like.