Infused cigars - enjoyment on a new level
Infused cigars are a new level of enjoyment. In this program from The Chedi Andermatt, you will find out what this is and what such a cigar tastes like.
The video: Infused cigars
The best way to enjoy the video is with a great cigar and a nice drink.
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What are infused cigars?
The cigars are stored in glass vials for several weeks. At the bottom hangs a bubble with a spirit that matches the cigar. At the top, the fiole is closed with a cork lid. It is a self-contained system. The spirit slowly releases the moisture for the cigar and infuses the tobacco with its aroma.
To be honest, I was skeptical when I first saw this. In the video with Marie Gerber (Manager of The Bar & Lounges and Cigars at The Chedi Andermatt), we talk about this extremely bizarre way of enjoying a cigar. You can find out how it tasted in the video below.
We tested the Davidoff Winston Churchill Limited Edition 2021, tasting it infused and uninfused with two different spirits as a pairing. Experience this exciting cigar ZEN show. We hope you enjoy it.
- We enjoyed the following drinks while chatting
- Marie Gerber: The Balvenie Portwood 21 years, Whisky
- Vasilij Ratej: Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend, Rum
What is Cigars ZEN?
This is a format of Cigars.Zone Social Network. What does ZEN mean in the context of this format? It is often said that ZEN offers nothing. Neither a teaching, nor a secret, nor answers. It means to live life in its complete fullness. You can find an article about it at Wikipedia. So here it's all about celebrating the pleasure of a cigar, a drink and a conversation. Simply switch off and take time for yourself. Just be and decelerate without pursuing a specific goal.
The Chedi Andermatt and its crazy cigar business - the 2021 series
Blog posts
- Part 1: Mach geil and the fantastic cigar business at The Chedi Andermatt
- Part 2: La Flor De Selva with 2 Cocktail Pairings
- Part 3: San Cristobal La Punta with Japanese Whisky Pairing
- Part 4: to be published on 03 November 2021: The Century Tasting: La Corona, Cuban cigar about 136 years old.
Cigars ZEN shipments
Exciting, funny and interesting ZOOM programs. Recorded with Vasilij Ratej and Marie Gerber.
- Infused cigars - a new level of cigar enjoyment
- Part 1: Infused cigars - cigar enjoyment on a new level
- Part 2: Gilbert de Montsalvat 10 Anniversary Paring with Gilbert's Best Friend
- Part 3: ADV King's Gold with different pairings per third of cigar
- Part 4: to be released on November 18, 2021: Hoyo De Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan with Champagne Pairing
You can find the whole series at a glance here
Years ago, my father-in-law tried to persuade me to put a glass of rum or cognac in the humidor. He had apparently always celebrated this and was delighted. But now we'd rather try Vasilij's recommendation instead of scenting the whole humidor ?
Interesting contribution ?
I certainly wouldn't do that 🙂 Cigars react differently to spirits. "Scenting" a humidor with spirits could have a negative effect on the less strong cigars.