Cigar & Bourbon Pairing Experience
Date: Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Time: 2 PM - 4 PM
Venue: Mystic Farm & Distillery, Durham
Price:
Category: Food & Drink
Join an exclusive, professionally led Cigar Blending Class—a hands-on journey into the craftsmanship behind blending premium cigars, perfectly paired with a tour of our bourbon making process and cigar bourbon pairing. Whether you're new to cigars or a seasoned aficionado, this immersive class will deepen your appreciation for the art of blending cigars. Learn how different tobacco leaves from various regions influence flavor, aroma, and strength. Under expert guidance, you’ll explore blending techniques of cigar rolling then enjoy 3 Mystic Bourbons with a cigar on the porch after the class. What’s Included: Cigar Blending Instruction: Discover the components of a cigar—wrapper, binder, and filler—and how they interact to create a balanced smoke. Learn blending theory and experiment with creating your own blend profile. Bourbon Pairing Session on the Porch : After your blending session, head outside for a guided tasting of three distinct bourbons, each chosen to complement different cigar flavor profiles. Learn the art of pairing and how to match strength, body, and notes between cigar and spirit. Distillery Tour: Go behind the scenes with an insider’s look at how our bourbons are crafted—from grain to glass.
