Contributors
The world of the cigar is not only special but also impressively complex. Even after years of engaging with issues on the manufacturing of cigars, the culture and industry, passionados find that new subject areas and information continually come up.
Our correspondents have an eye on the international industry and are considered the most experienced specialists in their field and branch. We can thus guarantee that the articles in Cigar Journal are not only in-depth but also come directly from the heart of the cigar world.
This is where you’ll find information about the authors and journalists who regularly contribute to Cigar Journal:
Alexandre Avellar
Alexandre Avellar is considered Brazil's main reference in cigars. In 2010 he founded the Conexão Tabaco/Tudo Sobre Charuto, the country's #1 cigar news website. He also writes for many cigar publications around the world. He has been nominated to the Habanos S.A. the Hombre Habano del Año (Habanos Man of the Year) trophy for Communications in the 15th and 16th Habanos Festival. He travels around the world covering the main events and promoting the culture of smoking cigars.
Barbara Kanzian
Brent Butterworth
Bruce Busch
Bruce's love for the leaf quickly became his passion after visiting cigar factories and tobacco fields in Honduras. After participating in the blending and selection processes for many cigar blends over the last 10 years, Bruce became a proofreader for Cigar Journal and has been for the past 3 years. He received his Master's in Foreign Language Education from the University of South Florida and has been teaching German and Spanish for over 15 years. Besides his passion for cigars, Bruce's interests include traveling the world and coaching soccer. He lives in Florida with his wife and 2 children.
Calum Donoghue
