Nick has come, Chris has risen, and Derek will join us again for this final wrap-up of the 2022 best cigar lists. From all over the industry, cigar publications like Cigar Aficionado, Halwheel, Blind Mans Puff, Cigar Coop, Cigar Dojo, Cigar Snob, and Nick and Chris’ top smokes of 2022.

Breaking down the consensus by top smokes, companies, factories, and regions, the guys take note of certain trends and old stigmas while bringing to light how master blender AJ Fernandez receives little recognition for being one the most prolific blenders in regards to how many of the top-ranked cigars he has his named attributed to over the years.

From celebrity endorsement to the truth about the hit musical film Grease, Nick, Chris, and Derek have the hot take in this very funny episode of the Long Ash Podcast.