
Before The Ash is a 10 minute weekly podcast of cigar reviews, interviews with master blenders, company owners, lounge owners, and of fellow cigar personalities. One week I sit and smoke a cigar by myself, detailing my experience through each portion of the cigar and telling you the story behind it. The following week I sit and smoke with a guest, who gives insight into a different facet of the cigar world that you will want to learn about. You are welcome to sit back, light up, listen, and tell me what you want to hear about next via email or on Instagram @beforetheash !

Episode 6: West Tampa Attic Review
Rick Rodriguez starts his Attic Series off with a…? Listen to what I think of the debut cigar!

Episode 5: Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Review
Did it live up to the celebration? Listen to what I thought of the cigar made to celebrate 85 years of Montecristo’s success here in the United States!

Episode 4: La Gloria Cubana Society Review
What do I think of what the LGC Society thinks? That is a loaded question… listen in and find out!

Episode 3: 2022 CAO Vision Review
How does this year’s Vision compare to 2020’s? Tune in and find out what I think of this completely different blend!

Episode 2: Rick Rodriguez talks West Tampa & new release, Attic!
Hear master blender Rick Rodriguez tell the story of his journey from CAO to West Tampa, as well as details about his next release!

Episode 1: Cohiba Macassar Review
The Cohiba Macassar is the priciest cigar that I have reviewed so far, does the flavor live up to the price? Tune in, light up, and figure out!

Produced by:
Connor Coles
Instagram: @beforetheash
Email: beforetheash@beforetheash.com
