I picked up a five-pack of the El Pulpo by Artesano del Tobacco about four weeks ago. Since then, I’ve often caught myself eyeing them in the humidor, tempted to light one up. But I try to give new cigars — especially those that arrive by mail — at lea…
And alcohol tax, and property tax, and sales tax, and gas tax, and restaurant tax, and …Here’s to a fun weekend despite the government’s efforts against it.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]
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