Released on = March 16, 2006, 7:54 am

Press Release Author = Thompson Cigar

Industry = Food & Beverage

Press Release Summary = Confused by cigar-specific terms such as wrapper and long
filler? Not sure of the best way to store your precious smokes? Just interested in
learning more about the hobby of enjoying premium cigars? Subscribe to Cigar Blog
101 and learn from the experts.



Press Release Body = Al Remp, a 46-year veteran of the cigar industry and currently
a product specialist and trainer at Thompson Cigar Co. of Tampa, has begun writing a
series of historical pieces and advice columns for Cigar Blog 101
[www.cigarblog101.com].

Remp started his career as a cigar salesman in 1960 and has since worked with some
of the world's most renowned cigar makers. His educational focus for cigar lovers
highlights the basic tenets of cigar smoking: Appearance; Taste; Aroma and
Construction. Remp's posts will blend history of the cigar industry with useful tips
for everyday enjoyment.

"Your introduction to cigars - regardless of the fact that you are either a
long-time cigar connoisseur or are still seeking that perfect pleasure, rests with
when you enjoy them," Remp said recently on Cigar Blog 101.

This new site for cigar aficionados and beginners will also include lifestyle tips
and timely cigar news. Cigar Blog 101 has a variety of RSS subscriber buttons for
users and a growing number of links to well-established cigar sites that promote the
industry.

Cigar Blog 101 is sponsored by Thompson Cigar Company, the oldest mail order cigar
company and leading online retailer of cigars in the United States. Thompson Cigar
Company, founded in 1915, offers exclusive and national brands of cigars, as well as
humidors and cigar accessories.


Web Site = http://www.cigarblog101.com

Contact Details = 5401 Hangar Court
Tampa, FL 33634
813-884-6344