Friday, December 29, 2017

1% Loyalty Rewards Program

Saludos,

Greetings, savers and frugal friends. Starting January 1, 2018, earn 1% credit on your purchases with us when you register a free profile with us at any of our locations. Visit us for more details. This is just another way to show you our appreciation for your loyalty and support over the years.

Until the next post, Siempre fumando,
Habana port

Saturday, December 23, 2017

Cigar Aficionado's No. 1 Cigar of the Year: A. Fuente Don Carlos Eye of the Shark

Saludos,

Greetings, connoisseurs and chicas. Cigar Aficionado's No. 1 Cigar of the Year: A. Fuente Don Carlos Eye of the Shark now available. In-store purchase only.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, December 15, 2017

Habana Port Gift Card

Saludos,

Greetings, carolers. When in doubt a Habana Port gift card makes for a great holiday present.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Monday, December 11, 2017

La Volcada Cigar by La Flor Dominicana

Saludos,

Greetings, dancers and double toros. La Volcada by La Flor Dominicana is a tribute to Uruguay's tango dance. The cigar measures 7 by 48 and has a San Andrés wrapper.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, December 8, 2017

Sneaux Day 2017

Saludos,

Greetings, frigid friends. Of course we're open in Baton Rouge today. Free coffee for all those who brave the treacherous weather. (Don't laugh, northern friends). Metairie/Riverwalk pending #sneaux2017

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, December 1, 2017

Warped's Black Honey Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, small batch brethren. The Black Honey by Warped Cigars is a blend of El Oso wrapper and La Colmena filler. Made in Miami at Titan de Bronze this is a very small production. We are fortunate to get this allocation as they are very rare. Happy hunting.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Viaje Stuffed Turkey EL 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Thanksgiving pilgrims. Carving up Viaje Stuffed Turkey ELs. White and Dark Meat available. The cigars are box pressed for 2017. Also pictured is a Xikar steak knife.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Saturday, November 11, 2017

Davidoff Year of the Dog Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings loyal liaisons. The Davidoff Limited Edition 2018 Year of the Dog measures 7x50 and has an Ecuadorian habano claro wrapper, a Dominican San Vicente seco binder and four fillers.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, November 3, 2017

Alec Bradley Fine and Rare 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, royal monkeys. The Alec Bradley Fine & Rare for 2017 is a second issue of the BR12=13 blend that was released in 2012. This torpedo measures 6x52.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Tatuaje Monster Michael Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, monsters and maduros. The Michael is Tatuaje's Monster Cigar for 2017. Measuring 6.5x52 the wrapper is Ecuadorian Habano with Nicaraguan binder and filler.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, October 27, 2017

Aquitaine Blockhead and Intemperance Revenge Cigars

Saludos,

Greetings, craft creatures and weasels. The Aquitaine Blockhead and Intemperance Revenge are box-pressed offerings from these RoMa Craft brands.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,

Habana Port

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Viaje Full Moon 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, goblins and ghouls. The Viaje Full Moon 2017 release includes 2 blends. One incorporates a Nicarguan Corojo wrapper and the Edicion Limitada has a dark Mexican San Andres wrapper.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

My Father La Opulencia Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, friends and family. The My Father La Opulencia cigar incorporates a Mexican Rosado Oscuro wrapper and a dual Nicaraguan binder of Criollo and Corojo varieties.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Asylum Medulla and Oblongata Cigars

Saludos,

Greetings, brainiacs and belicosos. The Asylum 13 Medulla cigar is a round while the Oblongata is a box-pressed version of a Honduran Corojo blend.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, October 12, 2017

Camacho Liberty 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, patriots and panatelas. The filler in the Camacho Liberty 2017 is comprised of Nicaraguan Corojo tobacco grown in Estelí, a first for the brand and the most Nicaraguan filler ever used in a Camacho cigar. The format is a 6x54 Super Toro, a wider format, which greatly showcases the spicy and complex taste experience of this new blend.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Hit and Run Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, boofy bums. The Hit & Run cigar is a collaborative effort among Room 101's Matt Booth, Caldwell Cigars and the DR's Willy Ventura. Smooth graham-like notes with a fuller finish.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, October 6, 2017

Pappy Van Winkle Tradition Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, bourbon and belicoso bums. Pappy Van Winkle Tradition cigar is a blend made by Drew Estate and approved by Julian Van Winkle. Scarce.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, October 5, 2017

All Out Kings Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, royals. All Out Kings is a collaboration between Drew Estate and Caldwell Cigars.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Molino de Viento Cigar Design Draft

Saludos,

Greetings, HP horde. This is an initial draft for our Molino de Viento cigar brand which will be dressed up after years of being naked. What do you think? In case you haven't tried it, this blend is crafted for us by Casa Fernandez. Our other brands will get some new clothes too.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Bobken Cigar Ashtray

Saludos,

Greetings, cigar travelers. The Cigar Bobken is the classic cigar ashtray that fits in a cupholder. Available in 3 colors.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Nice Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, cigarians. We would just like to wish you well and to have a great day.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, September 8, 2017

H. Upmann The Banker Ingot Rosé Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, bottle poppers. A cigar fit for Rick Ross. Or any other epicurean. The H. Upmann Banker Ingot Rosé is a 5k box production and uses a Cameroon wrapper. Filler is Peruvian, Nicaraguan and Dominican. The profile is cashew, coffee and spice.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Another Batch of Fuente Opus 20 Years Cigars

Saludos,

Greetings, Fuente fans. We received another batch of Opus 20 Years. Limit of 2 per person and in-store purchase only.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Monday, September 4, 2017

Cigar Expert? No Matter.

Saludos,

Greetings, cigar connoisseurs.

"I know a lot about cigars...do you have any cognac-dipped Cuban Cohiba cigars?"

Beginner, expert or showboat. Whatever your knowledge level regarding premium cigars is, our trained CRT's will be glad to walk you through our selection.

By the way, this was a real question that was asked today.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Donations for Houston

Saludos,

Greetings cigar family. If you would like to donate goods and provisions for the flood victims in Texas, you can drop them off in our Baton Rouge location by Sunday September 3. Jeff Groover one of our cigar brokers is driving them over and is offering a 5 pack (including HR and Kristoff) if you donate $100 worth.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Davidoff Master Selection 2010 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Davidoff disciples. The Davidoff Master Selection Series is blended by longtime master blender and quality control chief, Eladio Diaz, and are his personal blends. Six are to be released in small lots and the 2010 has a Dominican wrapper, San Andres binder, and 10 year DR and Nicaragua filler.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Monday, August 21, 2017

Todos Las Dias Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, full-bodied folks. Todos Las Dias cigar from Steve Saka's Dunbarton Tobacco is one of his strongest to date. Incorporate this blend in your lineup everyday!

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Padrón 1964 Tube Cigars

Saludos,

Greetings, Paddy peeps.  The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series offer square tubed formats in the Soberano (5x52) and the Presidente (6x50) and both in Maduro & Natural.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Did you know?

Saludos,

Greetings, curious cigarians. Didnyoy know the modern day cigar (wrapper, binder and filler) was invented in Sevilla Spain in 1676?

We are proud to continue this tradition.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Sunday, August 6, 2017

The Perfect Weekend

Saludos,

Greetings, epicureans. Finish the weekend nicely with a demitasse of espresso paired with a fine cigar.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Saturday, July 22, 2017

Now Hiring - Retail Cigar Associate at the Riverwalk New Orleans

Retail Cigar Sales


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500 Port of New Orleans Place
compensation: starting hourly rate is $12 per hour
employment type: part-time 
Overview:
Applicants for this position preferably must possess a thorough, in-depth knowledge of cigars but it is not necessary for employment. The applicant must be willing to learn as knowledge of product is crucial for sales. The ability to maintain superior customer service skills to drive sales within either of the company's 2 locations in Greater New Orleans is mandatory.

Responsibilities:
Assists in developing sales and providing assistance to customers.
Continues to develop knowledge of store products.
Works as part of a team to keep the department and store organized and effectively merchandised; this includes moving, stocking and staging product.
May be required to work in either store location (1700 Veterans Blvd, Metairie and Riverwalk New Orleans).
Must possess tact, presentable hygiene and an outgoing sales type personality.
Will abide by company dress code.
Must use a POS/cash register and handle payments perhaps deposits.

Qualifications:
Must be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of cigars or willing to learn about the trade.
Ability to effectively communicate with customers and managers.
Ability to repeatedly lift 40-50 pounds.
Ability to attend tasting events to better assist customers with their selections.
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
Must attain and pay for a Louisiana Responsible Servers Permit if you are to work in a retail setting that serves tobacco. A manager will help you with this state requirement and we must keep a copy on file.
Must be at least 18 years old and be a U.S. Citizen or have valid worker's permits.
Must keep the shop and humidor in an orderly and clean fashion. You will be called on to sweep and mop the floors, clean the restrooms, clean the ashtrays, wash glass windows, and perform any other janitorial task.
Must take a drug screen test and submit to a background check.

If interested please email a resume to jobs@habanaport.com and if we accept your candidacy an interview will be scheduled at our 1700 Veterans Blvd, Suite 300, Metairie, LA 70005 location.

Sunday, June 18, 2017

Happy Father's Day

Saludos,

Greetings, cigar-puffing pappies. Happy Father's Day. We are closed today and will reopen tomorrow.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, June 15, 2017

Hamlet Culebra

Saludos,

Greetings, Vitola vixens. Buy a box of Rocky Patel's Hamlet & get an event-exclusive Culebra (Robusto shown as a reference). See you today in BR from 4 to 8.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Night, night.

Saludos,

Greetings, cigarians. We would like to wish you a good night. Sleep tight, cigars.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Partagas 150th Signature Series Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Party patriots. General Cigar first released the Partagas 150 Signature Series in 1995 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the brand. We have a limited offering of the B (6.25x47) and the Figurado (6x52).

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Warped Flor de Valle Sky Flower 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Warped warriors. The Flor de Valle Sky Flower from Warped is a more robust version of the line because it has medio tiempo filler. A Nicaraguan puro made by Casa Fernandez this is an annual small release.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, May 19, 2017

Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Crowned Heads crowd. It has been 5 years since we last carried Four Kicks Mule Kick L.E. The 2017 vintage is a recreation of the original which has a higher priming Ecuador Habano wrapper with Nicaragua binder and filler. Measures 5 7/8 inches by 52 and made by EP Carrillo.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Thursday, May 18, 2017

La Palina Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Nica nuts. Rolled at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A., the La Palina Nicaragua has an Ecuadorian wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and fillers.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Hamlet Paredes from Rocky Patel Visits Us

Saludos,

Greetings, cigarians. Save the dates (6/14 & 6/15) for Hamlet Paredes of Rocky Patel Cigar who visits us for a cigar rolling event with exclusive vitolas. Details to follow.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Happy Mother's Day

Saludos,

Greetings, moms. Happy Mother's Day. We love the mothers who work hard to support their family.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Saturday, May 6, 2017

Remembering Carlos A. Fuente

Saludos,

Greetings, Fuente fans. Remembering Carlos A. Fuente with a Personal Reserve cigar. Here is to #TheMan who was influential in transforming A. Fuente to the legendary company that it is today. His legacy will live on.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Swamp Thang and Swamp Rat Cigars

Saludos,

Greetings, ghouls in green. The MUWAT Kentucky Fire Cured Swamp Thang and Swamp Rat cigars are from Drew Estate and produced by Joya de Nicaragua. The cigars incorporate a candela wrapper below the band and an undisclosed leaf above it. A "deeply disturbing yet pleasing smoke."

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Friday, April 28, 2017

Cigar Boss

Saludos,

Greetings, cigarians. Who cares about a comb-over when you have a pile of money and a cigar.

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Monday, April 24, 2017

Muestra de Saka Exclusivo 2017 Cigar

Saludos,

Greetings, Saka scions. The Muestra de Saka Exclusivo 2017 cigar measures 6x52 and is limited to 1500 boxes of 7. A complex smoke of fillers from all 4 primary growing regions in Nicaragua (Jalapa, Condega, Ometepe & Esteli).

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port

Saturday, April 15, 2017

Words of Wisdom from Frank Sinatra

Saludos,

Greetings, crooners and other derelicts. Ol' Blue Eyes was no stranger to the world of vices. So we leave you with one of his famous quotes:

"Fresh air makes me throw up. I can't handle it. I'd rather be around three Denobili cigars blowing in my face all night." -Frank Sinatra

Until the next post, siempre fumando,
Habana Port