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Cigar Review: Don Pepin Vintage Edition
May 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
As kick-off to the 20th anniversary of Don Pepin Garcia cigars, the Vintage Line was released as a TAA exclusive in 2023. Read more
Tatuaje Opens Florida Warehouse in Doral
May 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Tatuaje has opened a new Florida Distribution Center to fulfill orders faster and optimize shipping costs and times for their retailers. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: David Swinburne of Sans Pareil
May 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt welcomes on David Swinburne of Sans Pareil and they talk about who this brand is and what they are all about. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Cigars raises $14,700 in April to Benefit Els for Autism Foundation
May 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo Cigars has announced The Pledge98 campaign, benefitting Els for Autism, has earned nearly $14,700 since beginning April 1st, 2024. Read more
Tyson 2.0 Undisputed by Gurkha Cigars Now Shipping
May 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group, Inc announced the Tyson 2.0 Undisputed are now shipping to a retailer near you. Read more
Macanudo Gold Label Returns with Limited Edition Vitola
May 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Macanudo Gold Label is now making its annual return, marking the occasion with a new, limited-edition size available this year only. Read more
Diesel to Launch Whiskey Row Founders Collection Mizunara Cigar
May 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Diesel and Rabbit Hole are marking their fourth collaboration with the release of Diesel Whiskey Row Founder’s Collection Mizunara, a cigar that highlights the mastery of blending. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces New E.P. Carrillo Maduro
May 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo introduces the newest addition to its cigar lineup, the E.P. Carrillo Maduro, showcasing a sophisticated yet inviting cigar that promises a delightful medium-bodied and rich-flavored journey for enthusiasts. Read more
Alec Bradley Launches Safe Keepings Brand with the First Release from Its Founder’s Blend Book
May 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley announced this week the launch of Safe Keepings, a new brand that will feature blends made according to recipes recorded in the Alec Bradley founder’s blend book. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Blind Tasting Exercise!
May 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin let their wives blind pick some cigars for them and they smoke together on the show and try to guess what the ladies came up with! Read more
Punch Releases Limited-Edition Retro Father’s Day Release
May 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Remember renting VHS tapes from a local video store and recording home videos on a bulky handheld camera? Neither do we. But your dad, Father-in-Law, and Grandad remember those days as the best of times. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Introducing 3 Leaf Cigars and Welcome Back Erik Wentworth!
May 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin help introduce 3 Leaf Cigars and welcome Erik Wentworth back to the industry. Read more
Cigar Review: Protocol Cigars Phoebe Couzins
May 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Protocol Cigars Lawmen Series sees its first tribute to a woman in the fourth iteration of this line. Read more
Bolivar Cofradia Oscuro Debuts on May 1
May 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Bolivar portfolio will soon expand to include a three-cigar collection called Bolivar Cofradia Oscuro. The new, medium-plus blend ships to retailers today, May 1. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Introduces Two New Encore Lines
April 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo has announced the launch and immediate release of two additional lines under the Encore brand, Encore Edicion Unica I and Encore Noir. Read more
Black Label Trading Co. to Begin Shipping Orthodox
April 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Label Trading Co. has announced it will begin shipping the new Limited Release, Orthodox, next week. Read more
Premium Cigar Association Announces Departure of Scott Pearce
April 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association, a leading trade association representing specialty tobacco retailers, announces the departure of Scott Pearce, its executive director. Read more
All Saints Cigars and Micallef Cigars Announce New Phase ofIndependent Growth Following Collaborative Success
April 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
All Saints Cigars and Micallef Cigars have jointly and amicably decided to conclude their successful unified sales operations program. Over the next 90 days, the partnership—which has effectively leveraged the strengths of both brands—will gracefully transition to allow each company to pursue tailored operational strategies. Read more
Spare Notes Series #55: 2024 Post-PCA Show
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin, and Coop do a full recap of the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas. Read more
J.C. Newman Opens a Diamond Crown Cigar Lounge at Corona Cigar Co. Tampa
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. and Corona Cigar Co. opened a new Diamond Crown Cigar Lounge at Corona’s Tampa cigar store at a grand opening celebration attended by 250 people, including local politicians and local celebrities. Read more