Presidents Day 2026 Virtual Deployment: Bourbon & Cigar Tasting Benefiting the Holy Smokes Chaplain Corps – Cigar Therapy

Presidents Day 2026 Virtual Deployment

Bourbon & Cigar Tasting Benefiting the Holy Smokes Chaplain Corps – Cigar Therapy

In honor of our American Presidents, Deployment Cigars invites you to join us for a Virtual Deployment Fundraiser on Thursday, February 19, 2026, featuring an American Whiskey & Cigar Tasting Experience benefiting the Deployment Brands Holy Smokes Chaplain Corps Cigar Therapy Program.

This special evening marks our 14th Virtual Deployment and will be hosted by SiriusXM’s David Webb and Deployment Cigars’ own Chuck, with Nik Sampat and special guest speaker former White House Chef Sam Morgante

🕖 Time: 7:00–9:00 PM Eastern (1900–2100 EDT)
💻 Format: Live via Zoom Conference

Percentage of the proceeds from this event directly support military chaplains who use cigar therapy as part of their ministry to service members, veterans, and first responders.

What’s Included in Your Shipped Tasting Kit*:

• 1 official tasting glass
• 1 official Sam Morgante Presidential Chef's Choice knife
• 1 Presidential White Series Cigar (Nicaraguan Maduro Gordito)
• 1 Deployment Freedom Cigar (Nicaraguan Rothschild)
• 1 Deployment Chaplain Corps Cigar (Nicaraguan Toro) — perfect to share or gift to a veteran, first responder, or friend
• Four (4) one-ounce tastings of premium American whiskies:
• Lincoln
• Jefferson’s Presidential Select
• Old Crow
• Old Forester President’s Choice
• A sweet treat
• Tasting chart with detailed notes and descriptions
• Everyone who signs up for the VIP before January 1st will also receive a WH chef's apron.

Event Highlights:

• Live whiskey & cigar tasting discussion
• Interactive Q&A with David Webb, moderated by Chuck and Nik Sampat
• Special guest appearances (including a politico or two)
• Presidential-themed trivia between tastings
• Prizes awarded to registered, paid attendees

Chef Sam Morgante is a former White House Military Chef who served Presidents like George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, specializing in dishes like Tex-Mex, and is known for his unique background, transitioning from the Navy to culinary arts, with a "Presidential Chef's Choice" line. He's a decorated veteran, holding a Presidential Service Badge, and often works with veteran organizations, sharing his experiences and recipes. 

Key Highlights:

• Navy & Military Chef: Retired as a Chief Petty Officer from the Navy in 2005, serving as a White House Chef under the Bush administration and during the Clinton years.
• Culinary Style: Known for his Tex-Mex expertise and creating meals for world leaders, balancing high-pressure situations with unique requests, like President Clinton's love for chocolate chip cookies.
• Post-White House Career: Launched Morgante White House culinary line featuring a "Presidential Chef's Choice" line, and is involved with veteran support organizations.
• Decorations: A highly decorated chef with numerous awards, including a Presidential Service Badge,. 

In essence, Sam Morgante is a respected military veteran and chef who provided culinary service to the highest office in the U.S., later leveraging his unique experience into entrepreneurship and advocacy. 

Important Notes:

• This is a virtual tasting event. Kits will be shipped the week of the event, as they include perishable items.
• Dates and times are subject to change.
• No refunds or exchanges.
• To save on shipping, up to five (5) registrations may be shipped together per order. Additional groups of five may be purchased in a separate order.
• Everyone who signs up for the VIP before January 1st will also receive a WH chef's apron.