The Room101 Namakubi Cigar - A Brutal, Beautiful Smoke
I remember the first time I laid eyes on a namakubi cigar, mostly because the packaging is just impossible to ignore. If you've spent any time in a humidor lately, you've probably seen that striking imagery—the severed head of a samurai, traditional Japanese art style, and a vibe that feels more like a tattoo shop than a stuffy smoking lounge. It's the brainchild of Matt Booth and his brand, Room101, and let me tell you, it isn't just about the edgy aesthetics. There's a lot of soul packed into these sticks. ...