Hostos Fernandez – No Suits, No Drama, Just Damn Good Cigars | Not A Cigar Show
Hostos Fernandez isn’t just rolling cigars—he’s rolling out a new era of Dominican craftsmanship. As the man behind Tabacalera LA iSLA, Hostos has become one of the most respected names in boutique cigar making. From blending magic to mentoring the next wave of cigar talent, he’s redefining what it means to build a factory and a legacy.
In this episode of Not A Cigar Show, Hostos sits down with Fred Rewey to talk about:
- The chaos (and beauty) of running your own cigar factory
- Building trust with blenders and brand owners
- What really makes a blend “click”
- The secret sauce behind LA iSLA’s fast rise
- And yes… a few stories that didn’t make the press releases
It’s equal parts cigar talk, laughter, and behind-the-scenes wisdom from one of the industry’s most down-to-earth innovators.
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0eShzWhbPSzL7RavkMKb5J
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-a-cigar-show/id1840202683
About the Author: Fred Rewey
Fred started smoking cigars in the mid-90s and has been hooked on the lifestyle that came with it ever since. Author of three books, Fred is still waiting for his flying car, which he was promised in childhood, but until then, he enjoys stunt planes, golf, archery, and cooking. PSA: Don't leave your bacon unattended around him!
