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Aganorsa Leaf Announces Two New International Supreme Leaf Sizes at InterTabac
September 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Aganorsa Leaf announced today the release of two new vitolas of Supreme Leaf—one of the company's most exciting and sought-after cigars it has ever produced. However, these will be exclusively for the International Market. Read more
Micallef Introduces Micallef Red to Color Series
September 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Micallef Cigars introduced its latest release today, the Micallef Red, a rich new addition to its Color Series that continues the tradition of delivering premium cigars at an exceptional value. Read more
Diesel Ships Final Fool’s Errand Cigar, “Worthy Fool”
September 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Diesel Cigars completes the Fool’s Errand line with the third and final iteration, Diesel Worthy Fool. Read more
Montecristo Adds New Size to 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Line
September 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Montecristo announced yesterday the addition of a 54 x 5 Robusto size extension to its celebrated 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua line. Read more
Spare Notes Series #60: Coop Lives The Rafael Nodal Life in Italy
September 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Coop discuss Coop's trip to Italy, Kevin's trip to Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival, and Jon Carneys new venture with Bentley Tobacco. Read more
FDA Issues Final Ruling on Tobacco 21 Law
September 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a final rule on the prohibition of sale of tobacco products to persons younger than 21 years of age. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Rockstar Michael Giannini Brings All the Flavor to the Show!
September 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Kevin returns to the show and the guys welcome industry veteran Michael Giannini of Quality Importers Trading Company. Read more
Jonathan M. Carney Partners with the Schuster Family to Launch Bentley Tobacco | USA together with The Purveyors
August 30, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
A great new chapter opens for Bentley Tobacco and the American cigar industry as Jonathan M. Carney, widely known in the industry as Carney, takes the helm of U.S. operations for Bentley Tobacco | USA. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces New Essence Series Line with Plasencia
August 30, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo has announced an addition to its Essence Series, the E.P. Carrillo Honduras. Read more
Ceniza Fina Expands Line with New Box Pressed Robusto Gordo – Announces Price Adjustment
August 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Ceniza Fina Cigars announced today the addition of a new vitola to its cigar line — a Box Pressed Robusto Gordo. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Anto of JM Tobacco – A Brand You Should Know If You Don’t Already
August 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt welcomes Anto of JM Tobacco. Read more
Xikar to Begin Shipping Flip Dual Cutter
August 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced today that the versatile XIKAR Flip Dual Cutter is now shipping four color options, Black, Blue, Gunmetal, and Red and the remaining three colors, Black & Bronze, Bronze, Brushed Chrome will be available in mid-September. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Arnold Serafin and Jose Blanco Together at Last!
August 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt welcomes Arnold Serafin of Serafin de Cuba and Jose Blanco of Arturo Fuente to the show for one is perhaps one of the best episodes we have ever had. Read more
Tatuaje to Ship Monster Smash Sampler Next Week
August 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
We first saw the Monster Smash at PCA 2024 where it was on display in the Tatuaje booth. It is a a fourteen cigar sampler with all thirteen Monster blends along with one called the Creature. Read more
League of Fat Bastards Welcomes Ferdinand Piet as Vice President of Business Development for APAC and MENA Regions
August 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Ferdinand Piet, a seasoned expert with nearly two decades of experience in the cigar industry, has joined League of Fat Bastards (LOFB) Cigars as the Vice President of Business Development for the Asia Pacific, Australia, Middle East and North Africa (APAC and MENA) regions. Read more
Toscano Partners with PCA to Release Brenta
August 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association has partnered with Manifatture Sigaro Toscano to bring its members a new PCA release, the Toscano Brenta. Read more
Quality Importers Adds Camo Cigar Caddy Five-Cigar Carrying Case
August 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company has revealed a new line of Cigar Caddy Travel Cases – The Camouflage Series. Read more
CAO Announces Third Addition to Arcana Line
August 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO announced yesterday a third groundbreaking addition to its acclaimed Arcana lineup: CAO Thunder Smoke. Read more
Davidoff Announces Return to PCA Trade Show in 2025
August 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Davidoff of Geneva USA announced they will be retuning to the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show and Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana for 2025. Read more
Quality Importers Ships Conspiracy Cigars
August 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced this week the immediate availability of Conspiracy Cigars. This innovative new line of premium cigars, blended by Hall of Fame Master Cigar Maker Ernesto Perez- Carrillo Jr. at Casa Carrillo, was launched at PCA 2024. Read more
Drew Estate Sparks the Scene with the New 2024 Herrera Estelí Tienda Exclusiva Inktome, Exclusive to Maxamar / Small Batch Cigar
August 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate is firing up the cigar world with the announcement of the Herrera Estelí Tienda Exclusiva Inktome’s exclusive 2024 release, only at Maxamar / Small Batch Cigar. Read more
Black Label Trading Company Ships Coffin Nails
August 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the shipment of Coffin Nails to select retailers this week. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Doing Things Different with James Brown of BLTC
August 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt welcomes James Brown of Black Label Trading Company, Black Works Studio, and Fabrica Oveja Negra to the show. Read more
Spare Notes Series #59: Are Cigar Executives Leaving the Industry?
August 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt and Coop discuss the conversation of industry staff departures before starting a mid-year check in of the year. Read more
Luciano Cigars Introduces New Size for Underrated Cigars – 6 x 60 “Summer Breeze”
August 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Following the success of the "Underrated" cigar line, Luciano Cigars announced this week the launch of a new size: "Summer Breeze," a Gordo 6 x 60. Read more
Drew Estate Builds on Chateau Real Brand with Cigars International Exclusive Habano Expression
August 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate announced last week the exclusive launch of Chateau Real “Habano” for Cigars International. Read more
Cigar Review: La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull
August 4, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Cigar Review: Released back in 2016, the Andalusian Bull is an homage to the heritage of cigars in Spain and based on an old mold that Litto brought back from the country. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: A History Lesson with Bobby Newman of J.C. Newman!
August 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt welcomes on industry veteran Bobby Newman of J.C. Newman! Read more
Gurkha Ships Oliva Made Year of the Dragon
August 3, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group announced the third Year of the Dragon installment is now shipping to retailers. Read more
Room101 Adds 7 x 70 to The Big Payback Maduro Line
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Room101 is bringing a popular — and hefty — size to The Big Payback Maduro line. The new cigar, Room101 The Big Payback 70s Maduro, is a 7 x 70 and the biggest size offering in the The Big Payback Maduro line. Read more
Tatuaje to Release Limited Lonsdale Extra Next Week
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Back in 2021, the Tatuaje LLE (Limited Lonsdale Extra), was released with a Sumatra wrapper as Tatuaje LLE Capa Especial as a small, Limited run in boxes of twenty. This year, Tatuaje decided to bring this vitola back for another Limited run with a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, the Tatuaje LLE Broadleaf Reserva. Read more
Black Works Studio Releases Hawaiian Tiger Exclusive with R. Field Wine Co.
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the release of Hawaiian Tiger as an R. Field Wine Co. exclusive; hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. Read more
J.C. Newman and the LeRoy Neiman Foundation Release LeRoy Neiman 2024 Collection
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
LeRoy Neiman Collector’s Edition cigars are handcrafted at J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory in Tampa, Florida. Read more
World’s Strongest Cigar Set to Ignite at New England Cigar Expo
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On September 28, 2024, the New England Cigar Expo will witness the exclusive launch of the World’s Strongest cigar. This limited-edition masterpiece promises to redefine the boundaries of cigar strength and craftsmanship, available first to the attendees of the Expo. Read more
Los Statos Deluxe Adds Connecticut Shade
August 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Los Statos Deluxe is expanding its profile with an impressive new Connecticut Shade cigar. Los Statos Deluxe Connecticut, the third entry Read more
Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta Announces 2024 Annual Release at the New Jersey Cigar Festival
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate announced earlier this week the return of the highly anticipated Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta, scheduled to debut at the upcoming New Jersey Cigar Festival this year. Read more
Mike Palmer Promoted to National Sales Manager for Pospiech Distribution
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Pospiech Distribution announced this week the promotion of Mike Palmer to the position of National Sales Manager. Read more
PCA Hires New Director of Trade Show & Events
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced the hiring of Shannon Marie as its new Director of Trade Show and Events. Shannon's first day with the PCA was July 15, 2024. Read more
Cavalier Genève Shipping LE2024 in August
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Cavalier Genève Cigars announced earlier today that its Limited Edition 2024 will be released in August. The LE2024 has been produced in one size only, a 5.5 x 58 Double Figurado. Read more
Asylum Ships Asylum 12 2024
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announced today that the Asylum 12 2024 is now shipping. The Asylum 12 cigar brand is released yearly, and this 2024 version is housed in new sleekly designed packaging. Read more
Punch Releases Golden Era Lancero
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Punch Cigars is delighted to announce a classy new vitola in the Golden Era line. The new size is a 7 x 38 Lancero, and it features the same spectacular Corojo-heavy blend as previous Golden Era releases. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Izzy Woods Brings the Heat!
July 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin welcome Izola "Izzy" woods from Drew Estate onto the show for her first visit to talk bout all things DE and what is to come this year. Read more
Spare Notes Series #58: Subway Sandwich Reviews & Traveling Cigar Roadshows
July 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out the latest episode of the Spare Notes Series here! Read more
What Happened to “My Body, My Choice”? – The Problem With Anti-Tobacco Arguments
July 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
When arguing that it should be "my body, my choice", shouldn't everyone including cigar smokers have the same right to chose how they use their body as well? Read more
Fratello Cigars Unveils Second Installment in Concealed Carry Program: The Detroit River
July 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announced the second chapter in its exclusive Concealed Carry program, the Detroit River, set to begin shipping to select retailers on July 15, 2024. Read more
Davidoff Announces Zino “Summer All Year Long” US Road Tour
July 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Davidoff has kicked off the Summer with its Zino “Summer All Year Long” road tour which will be traveling all over the country, making an impact at tobacco shops and cigar festivals all year long. Read more
Gurkha Ships 35th Anniversary
July 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
In 2023, Gurkha announced the celebration of their 35th Anniversary in 2024 with a limited edition collector’s Ferrari red humidor housing seventy-five cigars inside. Now, Gurkha has brought the 35th Anniversary to market in a ten count box. Read more
Quality Importers Acquires Stinky Ashtrays Brand
July 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company has officially acquired the Stinky Cigar brand of cigar accessories. Read more
Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente OpusX Oro Oscuro Reserva d’Chateau
July 11, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
The original Fuente Fuente OpusX was released in 1995 and twenty years later in 2015 Arturo Fuente released a new OpusX blend called the Oro Oscuro. Read more
Meerapfel Adds Two New Sizes to Meir Line
July 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Meerapfel Cigar announced the addition of two new sizes to their Meir line which debuted back in 2022. Read more
Padron to Update Bands on 1964, 1926 and Dámaso Lines
July 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Have you purchased a Padron cigar recently and questioned the authenticity because the band was...off? Rest easy, as those concerns have been cleared up. Read more
Guy Fieri, Espinosa, & Cigar Dojo Team Up to Launch “Knuckle Sandwich Strike Force” Cigar
July 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Guy Fieri’s fan-favorite Knuckle Sandwich brand expands its footprint in the craft cigar scene with its first-ever collaborative release, combining forces with Cigar Dojo, Espinosa Premium Cigars, and Smoke Inn Cigars with the new Knuckle Sandwich Strike Force cigar. Read more
North Carolina Governor and Legislature Advance Cigar Bar Legislation
July 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed S.B. 527, which allows for enhanced flexibility in permitting cigar bars in the state. Read more
JR Cigar Announces Next Crafted By JR Release with Aganorsa
July 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
JR Cigar has announced the launch of Crafted By JR: Aganorsa Leaf, the latest addition to its Crafted By JR series. Read more
Black Label Trading Company Ships Bishops Blend
July 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Label Trading Company announced today they have begun shipping Bishops Blend to select retailers beginning next week. Read more
Cigar Review: Drew Estate Liga Privada 10 Aniversario Selección de Mercado
July 6, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
How do you make one of the hardest to find and most sought after cigars in the USA even harder to find? You make the cigar only available outside of the USA. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Jon Carney Makes First Post-LFD Appearance!
July 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin start off the show talking about the biggest story of the year before welcoming Jon Carney back to the show for his first post LFD appearance! Read more
Plasencia Cigars Ships Alma Del Campo Box-Pressed Guajiro
July 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia Cigars has announced the Plasencia Alma Del Campo new box-pressed vitola, Guajiro 5 ½ x 54, is on the way to stores across the nation. Read more
Jonathan Carney & La Flor Domincana Part Ways
July 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Jonathan Carney told Smokin Tabacco that he is no longer working for La Flor Dominicana. Read more
SCOTUS Facilitates Challenges to Agency Law
July 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, the Supreme Court of the United States published their decision in Corner Post v. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, in which they ruled that the six-year statute of limitations to challenge an agency regulation begins when a party is first harmed by the regulation. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Willy Marante Talks Cigars & Basketball
July 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt hosts Willy Marante of La Aurora to talk about cigars and...maybe some basketball. Who knows? Read more
Miami Cigar & Co. Ships Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve
June 30, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Miami Cigar & Co. announced this week that the limited-edition Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve 2024 is now shipping. Read more
J.C. Newman Releases The American Bison Walnut Cigar Case by Brizard
June 30, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping The American Bison Walnut Cigar Case to retailers throughout the United States in time for Independence Day this week. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces US Release of Encore Noir with Event at Two Guys Smoke Shop
June 30, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo announced today the United States release of Encore Noir with Exclusive Event at Two Guys Smoke Shop featuring Jorge Luis Fernandez Maique. Read more
Macanudo Inspirado Brazilian Shade Returns
June 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Macanudo will release Inspirado Brazilian Shade for the first time since its launch in 2021. Read more
C.L.E. Cigar Company Announces Eiroa Exclusivo Regionales Bulgaria
June 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announced today that the country of Bulgaria was chosen for the first ever C.L.E. Cigar Company Exclusivo Regionales. Read more
PCA Names Joshua Habursky as New Executive Director
June 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Board of Directors announced yesterday the promotion and hiring of Joshua Habursky to the role of PCA Executive Director, effective immediately. Read more
Traveling Cigar Road Show Returns for 2024
June 25, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Traveling Cigar Road Show is back! Spanning sixteen cities across the nation from July 29th through August 9, 2024, Rocky Patel Cigars, Altadis U.S.A, Oliva Cigars, and C.L.E. Cigar Company/Asylum will bring “The Traveling Cigar Road Show” to retailers across the country. Read more
Ferio Tego Adds Distribution in Dubai
June 25, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Ferio Tego has partnered with The Leaf Master (“TLM”) in Dubai. The brand is now available in Dubai and throughout the United Arab Emirates, and soon in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait. Read more
Sans Pareil Releases Gold Line
June 24, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Sans Pareil has announced the re-launch of their exclusive Gold Line, headlined by the eagerly awaited cigar, Jeddo, which heads to stores in late June. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Crushing Grapes with Aaron Michaelis – Owner of Flint Knoll Winery
June 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week on The Smokin Tabacco Show, Matt and Kevin host Aaron Michaelis of Flint Knoll Winery. Read more
Davidoff Announces Grand Cru Diademas Finas Limited Edition Collection
June 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Davidoff Cigars will conclude its “Cigar History Re-Rolled" series with an innovation that will go down in the history of the brand. Read more
Quality Importers Ships Cigar Caddy Tubes
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced today the availability of the single and triple-capacity Cigar Caddy Cigar Tubes which were launched at PCA this past spring and are now ready to ship globally. Read more
C.L.E. Ships Asylum April Fools’ 2024 “Year of the Dragon”
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Asylum April Fools’ 2024 “Year of the Dragon” is now shipping. Asylum April Fools’ 2024 Year of the Dragon is the fourth in this series of cigars. Read more
Joya de Nicaragua Expands Distribution of Beloved Clásico Original
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Joya de Nicaragua announced the return of the Clásico Original to the US market, initially as an exclusive for Club de Amigos, a community of JDN's elite retailers. Since its launch, it's become a hot topic among cigar shops, praised as one of the most sought-after cigars due to its unbeatable price-to-quality relation. Read more
Crowned Heads Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Las Calaveras
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Crowned Heads has announced its latest installment to their highly sought-after and eagerly anticipated annual Las Calaveras series, Las Calaveras EL 2024, along with a release to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the brand, Las Calaveras Décimo Aniversario. Read more
Plasencia to Release Alma del Fuego Ometepe Edicion Limitada
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia 1865 has announced the release of the Alma del Fuego Ometepe Edición Limitada. This blend is the first of its kind, as it is the only cigar that has a wrapper made with tobacco from Ometepe. Read more
Altadis U.S.A. Launches Saint Luis Rey Carenas Ultramar.
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Saint Luis Rey Carenas line, first launched in 2021, is expanding with a new extra-aged blend – Saint Luis Rey Carenas Ultramar. Read more
West Tampa Ships Lanceros
June 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
West Tamp Tobacco Company has announced that West Tampa Lanceros have begun to ship, both in the US and international markets. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2024 CFCF Fundraiser Celebration – Winners Announced
June 17, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin celebrate the 2024 Smokin Tabacco CFCF Raffle and announce all the winners as well as the final total raised. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Nicholas Perdomo Talks Taking the Next Step
June 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin welcome Nicholas Perdomo on the show for the first time to talk about Perdomo 30th Anniversary and what is to come as the torch slowly gets passed down. Read more
Lunatic Firecracker Heads to Stores
June 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The 2024 Limited Edition Lunatic Firecracker is has begun shipping to stores in time for the Fourth of July, offering cigar enthusiasts a rare opportunity to savor a one-of-a-kind smoking experience. Read more
Espinosa Adds Distribution in Canada
June 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced that they will be entering the Canadian market with Brigham Enterprises as their distributor. Read more
Women of PCA Light Up Washington, D.C.
June 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Women of PCA, a new resource group within the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), hosted its inaugural policy conference in Washington D.C. on June 5, 2024. Read more
Cigar Review: Asylum Cool Brew
June 6, 2024 By Dee Pitman
The Asylum Cigar line, (C.L.E. Cigar Company), is known for its unorthodox and out of the box thinking when it comes to their cigars. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Adds Salomon Size to Pledge of Allegiance
June 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo announced today the addition of the exclusive Pledge of Allegiance Salomon cigar to their distinguished collection. Read more
Ferio Tego Adds Toro Vitola to Summa Line
June 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
One year after its debut, Ferio Tego is adding a toro format to their award-winning Summa Blend. Read more
Spare Notes Series #57: Is The Industry In An All Time Slow Down?
June 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Matt, Kevin and Coop discuss the 2024 Smokin Tabacco CFCF Fundraiser as well as the state of the industry being in what is one of the quietest periods in a long time. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2024 CFCF Raffle Update
June 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin talk about the 2024 Smokin Tabacco CFCF Raffle Fundraiser and announce someone's, answer questions we have received and discuss the event further. Read more
La Aurora Announces Best Sellers Sampler
June 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
La Aurora has announced the Best Sellers 2024 Sampler Pack. The 2024 Sampler Pack offers aficionados a curated selection of ten top-rated cigars, showcasing the best-selling blends from La Aurora. Read more
Lure Cigars Releases The Last Cast Limited Edition
June 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Brand owner Lou Cross of Lure Cigars announced this week the release “The Last Cast” – the first
Limited Edition cigar to honor the memory of his late father, Lou Cross Jr. Read more
JM Tobacco Ships Year of the Dragon
June 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
JM Tobacco, Inc. announced yesterday the imminent release of its highly anticipated Limited
Edition Española Year of the Dragon cigars, set to ship to retailers today. Read more
Upcoming Hoyo de Monterrey Collections Signal Storied Brand’s New Beginning
June 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Hoyo de Monterrey will mark its evolution with the launch of two new collections, Hoyo de Monterrey Rojo and Hoyo de Monterrey Oscuro. Read more
Cigar Review: Perdomo 30th Anniversary Maduro Epicure
May 30, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
In honor of Perdomo’s 30th anniversary in the cigar industry, the company released the 30th Anniversary cigar line to celebrate. Here is our review of the Maduro Read more
Drew Estate Announces the Return of Liga Privada Unico “Year of the Rat” Spring Release
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate is delighted to announce the return of the much-anticipated Liga Privada Unico Serie “Year of the Rat,” available exclusively at Drew Diplomat Retailers nationwide. Read more
Palio Ships Veneto Quadruple Jet-Flame Lighter
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced this week that the highly anticipated Palió Veneto Quad Lighter, introduced at the TPE and PCA tradeshows earlier this year, is now shipping globally. Read more
Smokin Tabacco Extends CFCF Raffle
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Over the last month, we have been running our annual Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Raffle. We have since raised over $18,000 for the cause. We have had to extend the raffle due to some last minute additions. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces Second Release of Pledge of Allegiance
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo has announced the second annual release of their newest creation: E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance 2024 cigar. Read more
C.L.E. Begins Shipping All PCA 2024 Exclusives
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the annual PCA Exclusive blends are now shipping. Read more
Tatiana Delights Begins Shipping
May 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Miami Cigar & Co. announced today that the Tatiana Delights cigar brand is now shipping. Read more
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Ships First 2024 Release of Yagua
May 25, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping the first release of the year of its famous Yagua cigars. A total of 1,550 boxes of Yagua are being shipped to 466 premium cigar retailers in 48 states. Read more
Dreamer Cigars Adds Three Pack to Dennis Rodman Cigar
May 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Dreamer Cigars unveils the three pack of its latest masterpiece: the Dennis Rodman Ring of Honor Cigar in celebration of Dennis Rodman’s birthday month. Read more
Spare Notes Series #56: Carlito’s 70th & Staff Changes
May 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt and Coop discuss some of the staff changes in the cigar industry, Coop's visit to Tampa for Carlito Fuente's 70th birthday party and more! Read more
Cigar Review: Dissident Heretic Corona Larga
May 19, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Dissident Cigars Heretic is a midwest regional exclusive with a bit of twist. Read more
Fratello Cigars Ships Arlequin Connecticut
May 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Originally unveiled in March 2024 at the Premium Cigar Association trade show in Las Vegas, the Fratello Arlequin Connecticut garnered significant attention from retailers and enthusiasts alike. Read more
Drew Estate Expands Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado with new “Corona Viva” Size for International Markets
May 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate has announced the addition of a new vitola to its prestigious Liga Privada 10 Selección de Mercado line, “Corona Viva.” Read more
Cigar Review: Don Pepin Vintage Edition
May 14, 2024 By Dee Pitman
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
Avo Ships Avo Expressions 2024 DJ D-Nice Collaboration Cigar
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Avo Cigars announces that the “Avo Expressions 2024” Is now shipping. This highly anticipated blend is a collaboration with world-renowned DJ D-NICE. Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Announces the Year of the Dragon by AJ Fernandez and Ernesto Pérez-Carrillo are Now Shipping
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group Inc announced the shipping of two of the four quarterly releases for The Year of the Dragon. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Pete Johnson Talks About What Keeps Him Busy
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin welcome Pete Johnson of Tatuaje back to the show to talk about what keeps him busy in the office as well as with what products he is working on. Read more
Alec Bradley Uncut Series Taps EverNorth Spirits for Coveted Single Barrel Pairing
April 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley will release an exceptional Uncut Series pairing in partnership with EverNorth Spirits. The single barrel and cigar pairing will launch on April 22 when 126 collectible sets will be available for sale exclusively on Bourbon Outfitters. Read more
Smokin Tabacco Announces 2024 CFCF Fundraiser Raffle
April 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
It is time once again for the fundraiser many of you have gotten so excited for, the 2024 Smokin Tabacco x CFCF Fundraiser Read more
Romeo y Julieta 1875 ‘Run for the Roses’ to Celebrate 150th Kentucky Derby
April 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. announced today the launch of Romeo y Julieta 1875 ‘Run for the Roses,’ a limited-edition premium cigar that pays tribute to the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby, the most famous horse race in the world. Read more
UNC Research Pushes For Less Freedom on the Golf Course
April 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
New “research” from the University of North Carolina (UNC)is proving that even one of America’s last great pastimes, golf, is not safe from the nanny-state agenda. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Going for Gold with Rocky Patel
April 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin welcome Rocky Patel to the show for the first time! Read more
Premium Cigar Association Expands Government Affairs Staff
April 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) welcomes Richard Chalkey as its new Director of Coalitions and Policy. Read more
Cigar Review: Powstanie Connecticut Justice
April 11, 2024 By Dee Pitman
Powstanie Cigars has extended their Connecticut line with the addition of the Corona Gorda. This new vitola is named “Justice”, paying tribute to the middle child of Mike Szczepankiewicz, co-owner, and master blender of Powstanie. Read more
LFD Launches Bulls Breath Bourbon
April 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
In pursuit of the perfect pairing, cigar blender Tony Gomez collaborated with Forward/Slash Distillery to craft a whiskey that would enhance the cigar-smoking experience with a dimension perhaps yet unknown. Read more
Fratello Cigars Appoints Jennifer True as Vice President
April 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announces the appointment of Jennifer True as its new Vice President of Marketing and Operations, effective April 1, 2024. Read more
Cigar Review: Jake Wyatt Cigar Co Icarus
March 30, 2024 By Kevin Acuff
The use of mythology is an excellent fit for the cigar world. Some myths and legends can fit virtually any facet of the story a cigar manufacturer wishes to tell with their release. We see a great example of that in the latest release from Jake Wyatt Cigar Co., which was released at this year's TPE trade show in Las Vegas. Read more
Davidoff Announces Limited Release Maduro Line
March 28, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The new Maduro, which features Toro, Robusto and Short Corona cigars, is a successor to the brand's former Maduro line of 2008. Read more
PCA 2024 Video Coverage List
March 28, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Below is an alphabetized list of all our video/interview coverage from the PCA 2024 Trade Show. Please note, it is almost impossible to get interviews at every booth with being... Read more
Cigar Review: Drew Estate Liga Privada H99 Phineas Gage Lancero
March 27, 2024 By Dee Pitman
Drew Estate is always pushing the boundaries of the cigar lines they produce. The well-known and loved “Liga Privada” line includes such hits as the T52, the No 9, and the Unico series. Never willing to settle, they have once again pushed the creativity of blending to produce the H99 Phineas Gage Lancero. Read more
C.L.E. Updates Core Line Packaging at PCA 2024
March 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company presented updated packaging for the C.L.E. core line of cigars at the 2024 PCA Trade Show this past weekend. Read more
Dreamer Cigars Announces Dennis Rodman Ring of Honor Project
March 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Dreamer Cigars has announced its latest project, the Dennis Rodman Ring of Honor Cigar. This cigar pays homage to the rebel spirit and unmatched legacy of basketball icon Dennis Rodman. Read more
Oliva Debuts 2024 Limited Edition at PCA 2024 with Pianist Paul Montag
March 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
For its 2024 Limited Edition, Oliva found a rather unusual but extremely talented partner. Piano virtuoso Paul Montag composed a music piece while enjoying the sensational Serie V Melanio Gran Toro. Read more
Casa 1910 Announces Expansion to Revolutionary Line
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 announced today the launch of several new products that will further enrich its Revolutionary lineup. Read more
Quality Importers Unveils Two New Cigar Caddy Tubes
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company unveiled two new Cigar Caddy Cigar Tubes today and will be available in both single and triple cigar capacity options. Read more
Fratello Announces 18th Amendment as Part of Concealed Carry Collection
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announced today the official launch of its highly anticipated Concealed Carry program at the annual Premium Cigar Association 2024 Trade Show in Las Vegas. Read more
Quality Importers Launches XI80 Perfect Cut Large Ring Gauge Cutter
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announces global availability of the XIKAR XI80 Perfect Cut Cigar Cutter tailored for large ring cigars. Read more
Miami Cigar to Showcase Tatiana Delights at PCA 2024
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Miami Cigar & Co. announced today that the Tatiana Delights cigar brand is to be showcased at the 2024 PCA. Read more
Miami Cigar Announces Return of Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve Limited Edition for PCA 2024
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Miami Cigar & Co. announces the unveiling of the limited-edition Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve 2024 at the 2024 PCA in Las Vegas. Miami Cigar & Co. previously released prior editions of the brand in 2011 and 2012. Read more
West Tampa Tobacco Company Announces Circle of Life
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, West Tampa Tobacco Company introduced their latest project: Circle of Life. Circle of Life brings together two of the industry’s most well-known master blenders, Ernesto Perez-Carrillo and Rick Rodriguez. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces Sumatra Line for PCA 2024
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo unveiled its latest cigar blend today, the E.P. Carrillo Sumatra. Introducing the newest addition to E.P. Carrillo's portfolio, this blend is designed for everyday smokers who seek the brand’s pristine quality and complexity in a new format. Read more
CAO to Debut New FASA Line
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO is launching two new collections called CAO FASA Sol and CAO FASA Noche. The lines share the same blend yet offer uniquesmoking experiences due to their distinctive wrappers. Read more
El Titán de Bronze Taps General Cigar to Distribute New Redemption Blend
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
El Titán de Bronze Cigar Factory and General Cigar will come together at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) show in Las Vegas on March 23-25 to debut a new expression of El Titán de Bronze’s Redemption brand. Read more
C.L.E. Bringing Display Cases for Asylum 867 to PCA 2024
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that they will debut a newly created instore display case for the Asylum 867 at the 2024 PCA. Read more
C.L.E. Announces PCA 2024 Trade Show Exclusives
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces the showcasing of its annual PCA Exclusive blends. In what has become a yearly tradition Christian Eiroa, and team will present the 2024 PCA Exclusive blends for C.L.E. Cigars, Eiroa Cigars, and Asylum Cigars. Read more
J.C. Newman Introduces Tampa Smokers Cigar with Baseball All Stars
March 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Earlier this week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. introduced Tampa Smokers cigars at an event hosted by the Florida Sports Hall of Fame at J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory in Tampa, Florida. Read more
Protocol Cigars Releases Fourth Installment in Lawmen Series, Phoebe Couzins
March 21, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
There is a story behind the name; Phoebe Couzins was born in St. Louis, Missouri and was one of the first woman in United States history to graduate from Law school. Read more
Wildfire Cigar Company to Release Two Limited Editions at PCA 2024
March 21, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
'B-side' and 'The Hook' are both follow up cigars from previous releases for Wildfire Cigars. Read more
Fuente – Padron “Legends” Project Arrives in Stores
March 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
One of the most historic releases in cigar history, the Arturo Fuente and Padron “Legends” collaboration is now in retail stores. Read more
Quality Importers Expands Palio Line with Tazza Ashtray
March 21, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This compact, all-metal, four-cigar rest personal ashtray, available in five colors, is set to ship in June. Read more
JRE’s Aladino Cameroon Reserva Line to Hit Shelves This June
March 21, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This will be a limited production and only available through allocation. Read more
H. Upmann Celebrates 180th Anniversary With Commemorative Limited Edition Cigar and Humidor
March 21, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The legacy of the brand began when German banker Herman Upmann took a leap of faith and moved to Havana, Cuba, to open a branch for his family bank. Read more
Spare Notes Series #54: Vanity Plates & PCA 2024 Pre-Show
March 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin, and Coop are back together to talk about the upcoming 2024 PCA Trade Show. Read more
Drew Estate Releases Asia Pacific Exclusive Liga Privada Unico Serie Bakkwa
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Inspired by the Chinese delicacy Bakkwa, a symbol of good fortune and prosperity, this cigar aims to blend cultural significance with a smoking experience. Read more
JRE to Bring New Cigar Line and Line Extension to PCA 24
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The first release is the Aladino Maduro Gordo, made with large ring gauge cigar enthusiasts in mind, while the second release called the Aladino Fuma Noche, is rich and intense, geared for those who seek a fuller-bodied smoke. Read more
Hiram and Solomon to Special Limited Release for PCA 24, “Cornerstone”
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The "Cornerstone" embodies the strength and unity of Freemasonry, featuring a distinctive Indonesian Sumatra wrapper. Read more
Quality Importers Presents New Xikar Flip Dual Cutter
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Xikar Flip Dual Cigar Cutter has an aluminum body and incorporates stainless steel blades capable of handling 64-ring gauge cigars. Read more
Fratello Introduces New Venture: Concealed Carry Cigars
March 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Concealed Carry logo, featuring a chameleon, symbolizes adaptability, resilience, and belonging. Just as the chameleon seamlessly blends into its surroundings, Concealed Carry Cigars is here to blend and forge connections across a very selected group of retailer members nationwide. Read more
United Connecticut Set To Release at PCA 2024
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Using higher primings for the wrapper, United Cigars found the best Ecuador Connecticut Shade wrapper to compliment the United blend of Dominican tobaccos. Read more
C.L.E. Announces the Asylum April Fools’ 2024 “Year of the Dragon” 9 x 90
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
In true Asylum style, the blend will come in a massive 90 x 9 vitola. Blended by Christian Eiroa, this Honduran puro is a full-bodied blend featuring bold flavors throughout the smoking experience. Read more
La Aurora’s Cazadores Line Gets Two New Additions
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Cazadores was first introduced in 2018 with Cazadores Claro featuring a Connecticut wrapper. La Aurora is now growing their value-priced cigar line with two new additions for 2024: Cazadores Maduro and Cazadores Nicaragua. Read more
Annual Asylum 12 by C.L.E. to be Released at PCA 2024
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Asylum 12 2024 blend will be different from years past as the binder and filler is composed of tobacco from C.L.E. Cigar Company’s new farm in South America. The wrapper and type of tobacco in the binder and filler will remain undisclosed. Read more
Black Label Trading Co. to Release PCA 2024 Exclusive
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Black Label Trading Co. (BLTC) will be showcasing a new release at this year’s PCA in Las Vegas, Orthodox. Read more
La Flor Dominicana to Debut LFD 30 Years at PCA 2024
March 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
In the span of only 30 years Litto and Ines Gomez have etched their name into the history of cigars in ways beyond what they could have imagined back in 1994. Read more
ADVentura Announces The Chancellor
March 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, ADVentura announced the latest addition to The Royal Return line – The Chancellor. Read more
Quality Importers Announces Conspiracy Cigars and Swagstorm Packaging
March 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company will introduce Conspiracy Cigars – an exclusive new line of premium cigars featuring Swagstorm packaging, at PCA 2024 this week. Read more
Espinosa to Release Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special 2024 at PCA 2024
March 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Espinosa Premium Cigars and Knuckle Sandwich Cigars announced the release of the Knuckle Sandwich “2024 Chef Special.” Read more
Asylum Announces ‘Serenity Now, Insanity Later’ Line
March 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company will be debuting the Asylum Serenity Now, Insanity Later line of cigars at the 2024 PCA Trade Show this week. Read more
Drew Estate Unveils Next Freestyle Live as Blackened S84 “Shade to Black”
March 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Following the resounding success of Drew Estate’s partnership with BLACKENED Whiskey on BLACKENED Cigars “M81 Maduro to the Core” in 2022, Drew Estate announces the new, Connecticut Shade wrapped brand release and shipping of BLACKENED “S84 Shade to Black.” Read more
Crowned Heads Announces Coroneta
March 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Crowned Heads announced this week its latest core line called the Coroneta. The name comes form the term Coronet, which means a small or relatively simple crown. Read more
Joya de Nicaragua Announces Clásico Medio Siglo
March 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Joya de Nicaragua Clásico Original, a favorite among seasoned cigar smokers worldwide, was re-released in the USA in 2023 as a Club de Amigos exclusive at 120 stores across the country. Read more
Foundation Discontinues El Güegüense – Moves Production to My Father for New Wise Man Series
March 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Foundation Cigars has announced the new Wise Man Corojo and Wise Man Maduro cigar lines. In doing so, the company has announced it will stop production at Aganorsa and move production to My Father Cigars S.A. Read more
Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua Cinco de Cinco Toro
March 15, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Come read the review of Joya de Nicaraguas brand new premium offering, Cinco de Cinco Toro. Read more
Don Doroteo Unveiling El Alcalde at PCA 2024
March 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Don Doroteo Cigars announces the'' El Alcalde” cigar brand to make its debut at the PCA Convention & International Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada later this month. Read more
Artista Announces Three New Products for PCA 2024
March 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Artista Cigars announces two-line extensions, one each for the Artista Series and Ortiz Series, and a whole new SKU set for the value segment named Art-56. Read more
Dissident Announces Plasmatic Limited Edition for PCA 2024
March 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Dissident Cigars pays tribute to a true punk rock Dissident with the release of the Limited Edition Plasmatic. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Jon Carney Talks LFD’s Big Year Ahead at PCA 2024
March 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Jon Carney are back together again...like old times! Jon talks to us about what La Flor Dominicana will be bringing to the 2024 PCA Trade Show next week in Las Vegas. Read more
El Septimo to Release ‘Vartan the Dragon’ with Ambassador Fine Cigars
March 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
El Septimo, in collaboration with the cigar retailer Vartan Seferian, announced the launch of "Vartan the Dragon," a limited-edition cigar series. Read more
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust to Release New Sin Compromiso Vitola and Lancero Sampler at PCA 24
March 14, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Steve Saka, owner of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, has been busy posting up a storm on Facebook this week about new releases he plans on debuting at the upcoming PCA 2024 Trade Show later this month. Read more
United Cigars to Debut La Gianna Havana 30th Anniversary at PCA 2024
March 14, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This limited-edition collection is offered in one vitola, measuring 6” x 54 and has a unique barber pole design, intertwining Ecuador Connecticut and Mexican San Andres wrappers. Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Announces Multiple Releases for the PCA 24 Trade Show, Including New Tyson 2.0 Undisputed Cigar
March 14, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Gurkha's showcase will include 10-count boxes of the 35th Anniversary and Colección Especial Nicaragua, the full Year of the Dragon Collection with all five collaborations, and two blends honoring Mike Tyson dubbed Tyson 2.0 Undisputed that are a collaboration between Gurkha and Mike's teams at LGNDS and Carma HoldCo. Read more
Drew Estate Expands Exclusive Liga Privada Expression to International Markets
March 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate announced today the addition of two new sizes to its Liga Privada “Selección de Mercado” expression, broadening this exclusive international collection for aficionados around the world. Read more
Aganorsa Honors Arsenio Ramos with PCA Release
March 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Aganorsa Leaf announced today a new line of cigars—Aganorsa Leaf Arsenio—in memory of our Master Blender Arsenio Ramos who passed in 2018. Read more
Micallef Announces Micallef Blue for PCA 2024
March 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Micallef Cigars announced today the release of a new line called Blue. This is a follow up to last year's critically acclaimed Micallef Black. Read more
DTT Umbagog Bronzeback Debuting at PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The 'Bronzeback' will be a 5 x 48 cigar with the standard Umbagog blend, however, it will include a "2LS" Connecticut Broadleaf capa. Read more
Kafie 1901 Cigars Set to Release 10th Anniversary Sampler at PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The 10th Anniversary Sampler encapsulates a decade in the industry for Dr. Kafie. The cigars are encased in a silver box that includes artwork depicting the history of Dr. Kafie's grandparents. The sampler pays homage to the Kafie family's rich legacy in Central America. All blends are hand crafted at La Aurora Cigars Factory. Read more
Joya de Nicaragua Brings Back Cabinetta Lancero as Limited Release for PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This blend has milder binders and fillers complemented by the spicy kick of dual wrappers; a Ecuadorian Shade CT with a Nicaraguan H. Criollo cap. This unique combination ensures a creamy smoke with a spicy twist in the final third. Read more
JM Tobacco to Release Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
JM Tobacco announced this week they will be releasing Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024 in Las Vegas. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2024 PCA Pre-Game Show with Scott Pearce
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week Matt and Kevin welcomed Scott Pearce, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association to talk about the upcoming 2024 PCA Trade Show Read more
La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Returns This Spring
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Ashton Distributors announced this week the La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse would be getting a rerelease with a new look and blend this Spring. Read more
El Septimo to Launch Culinary Art Collection for PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
El Septimo has announced the launch of its Culinary Art Collection for the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show later this month in Las Vegas. Read more
LH Adds Nicolas Line
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
LH Premium Cigars announces the launch of its latest addition to the Nick Line, the “Nicolas” It will be offered in two sizes. Read more
Colorado Legislative Committee Hears Bill Calling for Relief
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week, a member of the Colorado state senate sought tax relief for the state’s small business tobacconists and their customers. Although the measure came up a couple of votes short, the case was made as never before. Read more
Rock Patel Releasing Gold Label at PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Rocky Patel will be showcasing a new core line at PCA 2024 called Gold Label, a presumed follow up to its White Label line. Read more
Cavalier Adds ‘Petit N2’ Size to White Series, Black II, and BII Viso Jalapa Lines for PCA 2024
March 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Petit N2 is a new core vitola for the White Series, Black II and BII Viso Jalapa lines. They are the second core offering in the Black II and BII Viso Jalapa that are not soft box-pressed cigars. Read more
Sans Pareil Cigars Adds ‘Green’ to Core Line
March 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The anticipated Green line will debut at the 2024 PCA Convention & Trade Show taking place March 23-25 in Las Vegas. This is the first expansion to Sans Pareil’s core line of cigars since its start in 2017. Read more
Cigar Review: Davidoff Limited Edition 2024 Year of The Dragon Double Corona
March 9, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Come read if we thought the new Davidoff 2024 Year of The Dragon was all smoke, or worth the fire. Read more
Spare Notes Series #53: ProCigar and PCA 2024
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin, and Coop are back together and on this episode, Coop gives a recap all of the ProCigar Festival in the Dominican Republic. Read more
STG Creates One Global Commercial Organization and Promotes Régis Broersma to Chief Commercial Officer
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announces the merger of its three commercial divisions into a singular, global structure to enhance the company’s growth potential. Read more
Fratello Bringing Arlequin Connecticut to PCA
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announced this week the upcoming launch of its latest offering, the Fratello Arlequin Connecticut. Read more
CRA Meets With Director of CTP
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Cigar Rights of America (CRA) met with Dr. Brian King, Director of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), to discuss key issues concerning the premium cigar industry, including CTP’s five-year strategic plan and pending proposed regulation to limit nicotine in tobacco products. Read more
Quesada to Debut Oktoberfest 2024 at PCA
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quesada Cigars presents their Seasonal cigar Quesada Oktoberfest celebrating the 2024 edition. Debuting at PCA 2024 convention in Las Vegas this March. Read more
Altadis Bringing $150 Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante to PCA 2024
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. announced today the release of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante. Read more
Black Works Studio Announces Paper Crane for PCA 2024
March 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Works Studio (BLK WKS) will be showcasing a new release at this year’s PCA Trade Show in Las Vegas; Paper Crane. Read more
La Aurora Announces La Aurora Preferidos Hors d’Age 2022 LE
March 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
La Aurora USA announces the release of La Aurora Preferidos Hors d’Age 2022 LE. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Ships Encore Black
March 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo Cigars has announced Encore Black is now shipping the first batch to select retailers. Read more
Punch Knuckle Buster Shade and Maduro Stubby Hitting Retailers Now
March 5, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Punch Knuckle Buster Shade and Maduro Stubby. Mobbed-up names? Characters from an obscure Tarantino movie? Or two new releases from Punch cigars? Maybe all three. Read on and decide for yourself. Read more
Premium Cigar Association Launches ‘Women of PCA’ Initiative
March 4, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The mission of the Women of PCA is to create a network for women across the association including retailers, manufacturers and industry partners to share ideas, support one another, and create programs to contribute to the professional and personal development of the association's women members. Read more
Espinosa to Release 601 La Bomba Warhead X
March 4, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
601 La Bomba Warhead X is packaged as a large wall-mountable, gold painted bomb, containing 10 cigars. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Michael Herklots With a Side of Vino!
March 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin play host to Michael Herklots of Ferio Tego where they trio holds a wine pairing conversation and fields several questions about the topic from the audience. Read more
Kafie 1901 Announces New Sweet Tip Cigar for PCA 2024
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Liga De La Casa will arrive in April 2024, initially available in robusto and toro vitolas. Kafie 1901 has decided only to unveil the wrapper used in each blend. Read more
New England Cigar Expo Returns in September 2024
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The New England Cigar Expo promises to be the largest cigar gathering in New England, showcasing the best and most beloved cigar brands in the industry. Read more
Room101 Hit & Run Redux Ships Today
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Matt Booth describes the experience as being “sophisticated with depth and transition,” and notes that it “blends power with balance.” He says Hit & Run “pairs well with your favorite memory of the DMV.” Read more
Atabey Limited Edition Humidor Now Shipping
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Limited Edition Atabey Humidor features four compartments; two side drawers, a front drawer, and a traditional humidor tray to accommodate the 60 Atabeys inside. Read more
Club Macanudo Opens New Location in Jakarta, Indonesia
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
In addition to the five Club Macanudo locations in New York City, Bossier City, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei and Jakarta, Scandinavian Tobacco Group also operates a Macanudo-branded, luxury retail shop and cigar lounge in Copenhagen called “Cigar Shop Macanudo.” Read more
Black Star Line Cigars Announces Fifth Anniversary Cigar
March 1, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Marun blend consists of Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and Nicaraguan binder and fillers, all in a 6 x 50 vitola. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Montana and Texas Life with Brandon Marsh
February 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Mitchell host Brandon Marsh of Big Sky Cigar Co. Read more
Fratello Bringing Pocahontas to PCA 2024
February 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announced today the upcoming launch of its latest offering, the Pocahontas. Read more
OpusX “Heaven and Earth” Big B and OpusX the Lost City Carlito’s A Begin Shipping
February 27, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
A portion of the sales proceeds will be donated to Cigar Family Charitable Foundation, which provides education and health services to the underprivileged children in the Bonao region of the Dominican Republic, and the Lost City Scholarship Fund, which offers college scholarships to the students who graduated from the Cigar Family high school established by Cigar Family Charitable Foundation. Read more
Diesel Vintage Series Natural Will Begin Shipping March 1st
February 27, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The five-cigar collection will debut in March, shipping to retailers on the first of the month. Diesel Vintage Series Natural compliments Diesel Vintage Series, the Maduro-wrapped line that launched last year. Read more
Black Star Line Cigars Add Vitolas to Dark War Witch and Lalibela Lines
February 27, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Both new offerings will be shipping mid-April 2024. Read more
Cigar Review: J.C. Newman Brick House Bricktoberfest 2023
February 23, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Cigar Review: Come read what we think about the new J.C. Newman Brick House Bricktoberfest 2023 Read more
Los Statos Deluxe Limited Edition to Begin Shipping March 1st
February 23, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Los Statos Deluxe Limited Edition, a masterful collaboration created by Matt Booth, Justin Andrews and William Ventura will ship to retailers on March 1. Read more
Club Macanudo To Open in Taipei
February 22, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Located in Xinyi, the central business district of Taipei, Club Macanudo is at the epicenter of Taiwan’s fashion capital where art installations, stunning architecture including the iconic Taipei 101 tower, world-class shopping and an array of cultural and culinary destinations draw a chic, well-heeled clientele. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Cigar Co. Renames Factory to ‘Casa Carrillo’
February 22, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Back in 2009, Tabacalera La Alianza opened in Santiago's Zona Franca (Dominican Republic) as a 40,000 square foot facility. Read more
Cigar Review: Perdomo 30th Anniversary Sun Grown
February 20, 2024 By Dee Pitman
In honor of Perdomo’s 30th anniversary in the cigar industry, the company released the 30th Anniversary cigar line to celebrate. Here is our review of the Sun Grown. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Juan Lopez’s Trip to Cuba and Year of the Dragon!
February 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Juan Lopez from Gurkha comes by to talk about the Year of the Dragon project as well as his trip back to Cuba. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Cynn & Josh Coburn Tease Boundary Pushing Cigar for PCA
February 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Kevin host Cynn and Josh Coburn of Dissident Cigars who teased a new cigar coming at PCA that will really "push the boundaries". Read more
German Engineered Cigars Partners with City of Palms Cigar Distribution for U.S. Distribution
February 20, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
City of Palms Cigar Distribution, a Fort Myers, Florida-based startup, is the new distributor for German Engineered Cigars. Read more
Foundation Rebrands Metapa to Aksum
February 20, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company proudly presents Aksum, a brand inspired by the resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. Formerly known as Metapa, this rebranded line continues to deliver the same exceptional blend. Read more
Somm Cigars Begin Shipping BDX Corona Gorda
February 20, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The limited production consists of only 2600 cigars, available in packs of 10, with an MSRP of $13 each or $130 for the pack. Read more
Atabey Black Ritos by Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco is Now Shipping
February 20, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
After five years of post-roll age in Selected Tobacco’s aging rooms, the 2024 release is now shipping to only ten retailers across the country. Read more
Club Macanudo to Open New Location in Louisiana
February 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Club Macanudo hosted a grand opening event yesterday to celebrate the official launch of its second US location. Called Club Macanudo Bossier City, the luxury cigar lounge marks the first resort to host the Club Macanudo brand and follows the February 2022 premier of Club Macanudo Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. Read more
Cigar Review: Cohiba Riviera Robusto
February 18, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Come read what we think about the new Cohiba Riviera Robusto boxpressed. Read more
S.T. Dupont Announces Year of the Dragon Collection
February 15, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Year of the Dragon collection draws inspiration from contemporary artists like Yayoi Kusama and her infamous polka dots and playful dragons from the world of Anime and street art alike. Read more
Alec Bradley Ships Black Market Filthy Hooligans Today
February 15, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock are based on the popular Alec Bradley Black Market blend which has been tweaked to complement the multiple wrapper format. Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Announces Suspension of Colección Especial
February 15, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Colección Especial was released by Gurkha Cigar Group in 2022 as an annual limited run of cigars. The Ecuadorian hybrid wrapper encasing the Colección Especial is scarce and difficult to cultivate, but was a crucial part of the cigar. Read more
LH Cigars Introduce ‘Sofos’ Short Salomon to Nick Line Beginning March 1st
February 15, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This cigar release pays homage to both LH founder & blender Nicholas Syris’s Greek heritage and the tradition and craftsmanship in the art of cigar-making. King Solomon was revered for his wisdom, and "Sophos," the Greek word for "wise" or "learned," perfectly encapsulates the essence of this cigar. Read more
United Cigars Announce Limited Gold Star Line to Benefit Families of Fallen Navy Seals for PCA 2024
February 15, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This Gold Star limited-edition will be available in one vitola measuring 6” x 54 and will be presented in 20-count boxes. Limited to 4,000 cigars, this release honors the Navy Seals’ dedication and support of our way of life. Read more
S.T. Dupont Releases ‘Memento Mori’ Collection
February 13, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
S.T. Dupont presents a reimagined and iconic skull design with philosophical meaning, creating a potent symbol serving as a reminder to embrace the preciousness of life and to live each moment to the fullest. Read more
Erik Wentworth is Back – Launches 3 Leaf Cigars
February 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Erik Wentworth, formerly of Hammer & Sickle, announced today the release of 3 Leaf. Read more
Cigar Review: Perdomo 30th Anniversary Connecticut Epicure
February 12, 2024 By Kevin Acuff
For a cigar company to celebrate a 30th anniversary is a major milestone. Looking back to where Nick started the company, it is hard to believe he and his wife Janine started the company, Nick’s Cigars back in 1992 in their garage while Nick worked a full-time job as an air traffic controller. Read more
Espinosa Hires Chrissy Stratman to Southwest Territory Sales
February 12, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced the hiring of Chrissy Stratman. Chrissy joins the Espinosa Team as the new Southwest Territory Manager for the states of Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, and New Mexico. Read more
Lure Cigars Announce Release of Second line, Habano
February 10, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The company was created by Lou Cross III to honor the memory of his late father, Lou Cross Jr., a lifelong outdoorsman, avid fisherman, and a cigar enthusiast. Read more
United Cigars Kills ‘Dragon Slayer’ and Leaves Unnamed
February 10, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
United Cigars was poised to unleash a fiery masterpiece, draped in red and gold, dubbed the Dragon Slayer this week until the legal hands of justice sheathed their sword. Read more
Aganorsa Leaf Unveils Supreme Leaf Gran Robusto Exclusively for Wooden Indian Tobacco’s 60th Anniversary.
February 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Aganorsa Leaf announced the release of its latest addition to the Supreme Leaf line – the Gran Robusto. Measuring 5” x 56, this exclusive vitola commemorates the 60th anniversary of Wooden Indian Tobacco, a milestone for the Havertown, PA brick-and-mortar. Read more
Allison Trainer Departs Hooten Young
February 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Allison Trainer is departing from Hooten Young to continue growing her cigar business consulting, Abbondanza. Read more
Davidoff Announces The Year of Collectors Edition Containing All Zodiac Releases
February 9, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
After twelve successful yearly launches dedicated to the Chinese zodiac, Davidoff surprises its aficionados and collectors around the world with an extraordinary collection: The Davidoff The Year of Collector's Edition Read more
S.T. Dupont Reveals New Koi Fish Collection
February 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
ST Dupont has a reputation for creating some really unique products among their existing models of cutters, lighters and non cigar related accessories. Their most recent creation comes to us today, they have announced their new Koi Fish collection. Read more
CAO to Use AI For Virtual Hot Rod Dream Concept
February 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Cruising behind CAO’s release of the mammoth Resonator cigar is the “Flathead Dream Machine,” an AI tool that puts the CAO smoker in the driver’s seat. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Announces Wayne Stoner as National Sales Manager
February 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo Cigars announced today the promotion of Wayne Stoner to National Sales Manager starting February 19, 2024. Read more
Industry Veteran Ike Karipides Promoted to SVP, Sales at Drew Estate
February 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
In his new role, Karipides will also oversee the company’s Wholesale sales channel as well as the Trade Marketing and Business Intelligence departments. Read more
Ferio Tego Releases Timeless Panamericana Secreto
February 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Building on the momentum of the successful expansion from the Ferio Tego Timeless Prestige blend in the latter half of 2023, Ferio Tego introduces a new addition to its Timeless Panamericana line – the Secreto. Read more
TPE 2024 Tradeshow Recap
February 7, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Another year, another cigar trade show in the books. TPE, also known as the Total Product Expo, hosted another successful event at the Las Vegas Convention Center between January 31st and February 2nd. Read more
Rabbit Air Releases Lofoten Islands Collection to Contemporary Artists Series
February 7, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Marina Ester Castaldo's original artwork, Lofoten Islands, is inspired by an arctic paradise in Norway where the mountains stand tall and mighty and the clear waters of the Norwegian Sea hug the rocky shores. Read more
Quality Importers Release Limited Year of the Dragon Accessories
February 7, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This carefully curated collection pays homage to the powerful symbol of the dragon. Read more
Cigar Review: Casa 1910 Soldadera Edition Teniente Angela
February 5, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Check out our latest cigar review on the Casa 1910 Soldadera Edition, the Teniente Angela. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Airport Selfie Winner
February 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
In one of our more...less conventional awards, this is a contest that used to belong to Cigar Coop. After William Cooper gave us his blessing, we decided to give it a go in 2023. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Eddy Guerra – From the Bottom to the Top!
February 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt hosts Eddy Guerra from Davidoff while Kevin attends the TPE 2024 Trade Show. Read more
Lampert Cigars to Release Lampert Limited 2023 at PCA 2024
February 3, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Lampert Cigars has announced that the Lampert Limited 2023 will launch officially at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show and Convention in Las Vegas next month. Read more
Quesada to Celebrate 50th Anniversary
February 3, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quesada Cigars celebrates fifty years in the premium cigar industry with a limited-edition cigar blended to emulate the journey through 50 years of cigar manufacturing and market evolution. Read more
La Gloria Cubana Releases Corojo de Oro
February 3, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
La Gloria Cubana is shipping the 2024 allocation of Corojo de Oro, a limited-edition blend that debuted in 2023 and is named after a proprietary hybrid tobacco. Read more
Punch Rare Corojo Returns
February 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Punch Rare Corojo is making its annual return to retail, featuring a lineup of the brand’s perennial bestsellers. The 2024 release ships to retailers today. Read more
FDA Files Appeal of Judge Mehta’s Decision
February 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On January 31, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) filed its appealing Judge Amit Mehta’s orders holding the FDA’s decision to regulate premium cigars arbitrary and capricious and vacating it. Read more
Plasencia to Release ‘Year of the Dragon’
February 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia Cigars, a world-leading premium tobacco grower since 1865, announced today the release of the limited edition “The Year of the Dragon”. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Introduces the Encore Black
February 1, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo Cigars has announced the late February launch of the Encore Black. This new addition builds upon the legacy of the Encore. Read more
Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top Launches Cigar Brands Virtu and Twin Turbo
January 31, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Legendary musician and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Billy F Gibbons of ZZ Top is bringing his love of cigars to the mainstream and to collectors worldwide through a partnership with BandKandy to launch his first-ever cigar brands. Read more
Cigar Review: Davidoff Aniversario No. 1 Limited Edition 2023
January 31, 2024 By Kevin Acuff
The latest release from Davidoff is a combination of those, giving the nod back to 1986 when they released the Aniversario cigar in honor of Zino Davidoff’s 80th birthday. Read more
Limited Edition Punch Dragon Fire to Ship to Retailers on 2/1
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The new release marks the sixth installment of the brand’s highly successful Chinese New Year
Series which has included these highly-rated Punch blends: Spring Roll (2023), Fu Manchu
(2022), Kung Pow! (2021), Chop Suey (2020) and Egg Roll (2019). Read more
Davidoff of Geneva USA Announces the 2023 American Golden Band Award Winners
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Marking a decade of tradition in the United States, the Golden Band Awards recognizes the best of the best in the industry, awarding top-performing Davidoff Appointed Merchants. Read more
Jake Wyatt Cigar Co. to Debut Icarus at TPE 2024
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Icarus cigar boasts a San Andres Maduro wrapper and a Dominican Olor binder, complemented by an intricate mix of fillers including Tennessee fire-cured, Criollo 98, Piloto Cubano, and Pennsylvania Broadleaf. Read more
Quality Importers Launch New Palió Quadruple Jet Desktop Lighter, Veneto
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
When the high-capacity, extra-large, transparent fuel tank is full the Palió Veneto can light up to 150
large-ring cigars, with easy fuel monitoring. Read more
Quality Importers Introduce G10 Crafted Versions of the Xikar VX2 V-Cut Cigar Cutter
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The VX2 is produced with G10, the toughest glass fiber resin laminate. Read more
Quality Importers Announce New Xikar Xl1 Perfect Cut Cigar Cutter is Shipping Globally
January 30, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The new cutter features the classic teardrop design that is bold, masculine, and superbly engineered, yet features a closed back to ensure the exact straight cut of a cigar. Read more
Rocky Patel Releases New Size of ALR Second Edition as Casa de Montecristo Exclusive
January 29, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The ALR Second Edition Robusto Grande has warm cocoa notes and hints of cream – a perfect choice to pair with your morning coffee, yet bold enough to match your favorite spirit. Read more
Cigar Review: Alec Bradley Post Embargo Blend Code 815
January 29, 2024 By Dee Pitman
Alec Bradley reintroduces the Post Embargo line after a couple year hiatus. The original Post Embargo was released in 2015 and was discontinued in 2021. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Company of the Year
January 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This award, which goes to the company who we felt had the best year in the business for a handful of reasons goes to Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust. Read more
J.C. Newman Opens Cigar Workers Park
January 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On Tuesday, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, U.S. Congresswoman Kathy Castor, and the Newman family cut the ribbon to open Cigar Workers Park. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: The Rum Episode!
January 27, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Kevin enjoy some different rums and smoke some great cigars with them. Read more
Cavalier Geneve Adds Corona Size to Black II and BII Viso Jalapa for TPE
January 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Cavalier Genève announces that it is adding the Black II and BII Viso Jalapa 5.75x44 Coronas to its core line offering as of TPE 2024. Read more
Espinosa Releases Knuckle Sandwich “56”
January 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Espinosa Premium Cigars announced today the release of the second Guy Fieri Birthday Cigar, the Knuckle Sandwich “56” cigar. Read more
United to Introduce Connecticut Firecracker at TPE 2024
January 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
United Cigars expands its iconic Firecracker line with the introduction of the Firecracker Connecticut. Read more
CAO Announces Largest Flathead Cigar with Resonator
January 26, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO will release its largest full-time Flathead cigar to date with an 8 x 60 monster smoke named after the hefty component of a car’s exhaust system. Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Announces Unique Collaboration for The Year of the Dragon with 4 Additional Releases
January 25, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The project is the first collaboration of it’s kind - 5 different manufacturing partners to release an entire project incrementally throughout the year. Each box contains a humidor seal and is the perfect collector’s item commemorating the Year of the Dragon 2024. Read more
My Father Cigars and Tatuaje Cigars Release La Union
January 25, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of their working relationship, both My Father Cigars and Tatuaje have created a limited-edition project named La Union. “La Union” (The Union), a trademark owned by My Father Cigars, consists of two different crafted boxes, one in black and the other in red. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Person of the Year – Carlos “Carlito” Fuente Jr.
January 23, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
If you have picked up a cigar more than once in the last twelve months...or maybe even in your life, there a serious chance you have heard of Arturo Fuente or even its third generation owner, Carlos "Carlito" Fuente Jr. Read more
New Brand: Lure Cigars Makes Debut
January 23, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Lure Cigars was created by Lou Cross III to honor the memory of his late father, Lou Cross Jr. He was a lifelong outdoorsman, avid fisherman, and a cigar enthusiast. Read more
United to Release Lunatic Firecracker in 2024
January 20, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This year’s annual United Cigar July Firecracker series will be the highly coveted Lunatic line by Aganorsa Leaf. Read more
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Launches Tobacco Tasting Classes at El Reloj Factory in Tampa
January 19, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
In this smoking class, visitors to J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory in Tampa, Florida will learn about 24 types of premium cigar tobacco grown in 9 countries and smoke a selection of single-leaf puritos. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Best Show Guest
January 19, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Every year we give an award for Best Show Guest on the Smokin Tabacco Show. This award is based on the total views of the episodes of shows that featured guests which also usually dictates the guest's popularity. Read more
Cigar Review: CLE PCA Exclusive 2023 Robusto
January 19, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
CLE introduces their inaugural PCA exclusive in 2023 that was only available for purchase by retailers who attended the tradeshow in person. Read more
Crowned Heads Announces Mil Días Maduro
January 18, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Mil Días Maduro will make its global debut at the upcoming Total Product Expo (TPE) trade show to be held January 31-February 2, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Accessory of the Year
January 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
We saw a wide range of Accessories this year from budget friendly lighters and cool collectables to ultra-luxury yet somewhat unnecessary stone ashtrays. Read more
Quality Importers Announce Price Reductions for 2024
January 18, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Quality Importers is implementing a price reduction on select products within our portfolio of esteemed brands including Xikar®, Palio®, Humidor Supreme® AND Hydra®. Read more
Boutique Cigar Association (BCA) Announces 2024 Updates
January 18, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
One of the primary goals of the BCA is to foster diversity and representation across the board.
With a commitment to inclusivity, the Board now includes members representing brand owners,
distributors, retailers, and other industry experts. This strategic move aims to bring a variety of
perspectives to the decision-making process and better serve the diverse needs of the BCA
membership. Read more
Dissident Announces Midwest Exclusive, The Heretic
January 18, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Heretic, a 6.5x46 Corona Larga Box Press, is a medium/full body cigar with notes of cream, nuts, earth, light pepper and chocolate. Read more
Fratello to Launch New Premium Fresh Pack at TPE24
January 18, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The cigars included in the latest Fresh Pack are presented in a 6 x 50 format and consist of the following varieties: 1 Classico, 1 Bianco, 1 Sorella, 1 Navetta, and 1 Arlequin. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2023 Cigar of the Year Announced
January 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
This week we reveal our Top 25 cigars of 2023. Read more
2023 Smokin Tabacco Cigar of the Year List
January 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Once again it is time to reveal the Top 25 cigars of the year. 2023 was a difficult year as many cigars that were introduced earlier on seemed to carry a high level of hype. However once many of these cigars hit the market, many of them did not meet expectations and ultimately fell flat. Read more
Spare Notes Series #51: Cigar of the Year Discussion
January 15, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Mitchell talk more in-depth about the 2023 Smokin Tabacco Cigar of the Year list as well as some predictions about what is to come in 2024. Read more
Oliva Announces Year of the Dragon for China Duty-Free
January 14, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Oliva Cigars announced this week the release of a limited-edition cigar box with ten Churchill cigars in celebration of the Chinese New Year – the Oliva Year of the Dragon. Read more
Product Review: CigarBros Personal Humidor Powered by Boveda
January 14, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
CigarBros are a humidor company more well known for their large upright standing humidors designed for retail stores, but in 2023 they decided to enter the consumer market with a personal humidor powered by Boveda Read more
Espinosa Cigars Adds Brandon Luna to Sales Team
January 10, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Brandon will serve as the
new Territory Manager for the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Inch Nicaragua No. 70 Now Shipping
January 10, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Inch Nicaragua has a robust and peppery character with a prominent, almost caramel sweetness that balances the spice. Read more
Selected Tobacco Forced To Miss PCA 2024
January 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Selected Tobacco, regrets to inform its valued partners, colleagues, and enthusiasts that it will not have a booth at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in Las Vegas this year. Read more
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Releases 2024 José Gaspar Cigars
January 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Since 1904, pirates have been invading Tampa and throwing a large festival called Gasparilla. Each year, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. brings both traditions together by releasing a limited edition José Gaspar cigar. Read more
CAO Amazon Basin Returns for 2024
January 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
CAO Amazon Basin centers on an Amazonian tobacco called “Bragança,” which is organically grown on unspoiled tropical land and harvested once every three years. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Annual Validation with Terence Reilly!
January 7, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week Matt returned to the show and brings Kevin Acuff officially on board to replace Mitchell as his weekly co-host. The pair welcome their guest Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf. Read more
Cigar Review: Avo Seasons LE 2023 Winter
January 7, 2024 By Dee Pitman
Avo Cigars completes its 2023 Seasons Limited Edition cigars with the release of the AVO Seasons Winter. Read more
Fina Ash Cigars Announces Ceniza Fina
January 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Sam and Rosie at Fine Ash Cigars, a retailer in Glendale, Arizona, have made their own cigar called Ceniza Fina. Read more
Mike Copperman Named Executive Director of Cigar Rights of America
January 6, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Board of Directors of Cigar Rights of America (CRA) has announced the appointment of Mike Copperman as the organization's new executive director. Read more
La Aurora Partners with Jacob & Co. Watch Company
January 5, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Jacob & Co., the legendary luxury watch mason, and La Aurora, the Dominican Republic’s first handcrafted cigar manufacturer with a legacy spanning over 120 years, announces their new partnership. The... Read more
Aganorsa Leaf Announces Next Supreme Leaf in Rothschild Format
January 3, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Aganorsa Leaf announced today the newest size of Supreme Leaf — one of the company's most exciting and sought-after cigars ever produced. Read more
Kafie 1901 Plans to Debut ‘Naked Cigars’ Bundle Line at TPE 2024
January 2, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Kafie 1901 announced the release of a new bundle line, 'Naked Cigars by Kafie 1901'. Read more
Espinosa Announces Release of New Sumatra Cigar
January 2, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
Espinosa Premium Cigars is proud to announce the release of the Espinosa Sumatra. Made at the La Zona Cigar Factory in Estelí, Nicaragua; the Espinosa Sumatra is the newest core... Read more
Alec Bradley and Starlight Bourbon Collaborate on Whiskey Release Pairing
January 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, the brands will release their second “Uncut Series” collaboration, this time pairing Alec Bradley Gatekeeper with Starlight Single Barrel Bourbon Finished in Vino de Naranja Casks. This is the third release of STG’s Uncut Series. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: The Cuban Cigar Show
January 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week with Matt away, Mitchell hosts a Cuban Cigar show with John McTavish a.k.a Cigar Surgeon. Read more
Cigar Review: Aganorsa Leaf Anniversario Connecticut Toro
January 1, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Aganorsa leaf adds a new offering to the successful Anniversario line with a Connecticut shade wrapper. Read more
Spare Notes Series #50: Trademark, Trademark, Trademark
December 26, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On the last episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt and Kevin talk a lot about trade mark issues and specifically about two separate issues that came up in the industry this past week. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2023 Year in Review
December 21, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Mitchell host a Year in Review for 2023 before Matt's brief hiatus until January. Read more
Gurkha Sues Davidoff Over ‘Year of the Dragon’ Trademark Violation
December 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today Gurkha Cigar Group made a statement that it would be filing a lawsuit against Oettinger Davidoff over the use of the "Year of the Dragon" name. Read more
Dissident Cigars Donates Land To Support Nicaraguan Animal Rescue Center
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Dissident Cigars owner Cynn Coburn is pleased to announce that Dissident Cigars has donated land near San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, designated for the construction of Nicaragua’s first ever of its... Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Now Shipping Year of the Dragon
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces its Year of the Dragon is now shipping to retailers. The Year of the Dragon was announced at this year’s PCA Convention over the summer... Read more
Crystal Herbert Joins Don Doroteo Sales Team
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Don Doroteo Cigarsannounces the addition ofCrystal Herbertto their sales team. Crystal will oversee Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C. Like many in the cigar industry Crystal... Read more
Cigar Review: Asylum Sensorium Asen 18
December 19, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
In May of 2023, Asylum Cigars introduced their Ultra-Premium offering, the Sensorium. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Oliver Nivaud Brings More Tricks Up His Sleeve
December 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week, Oliver Nivaud of United was back again to talk about another successful year and brings with him some teasers and updates from both United and Selected. Read more
Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Habano Toro
December 17, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
Crux Cigars now introduces a brand-new wrapper offering to its well-established Epicure line, the Crux Epicure Habano. Read more
Oliver Nivaud Resumes Marketing Role at United Cigar
December 17, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Dan Davison is no longer the Director of Marketing for United Cigar. Read more
Not So Fast: Fuente y Padrón Legends Has Been Delayed Until 2024
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
After over a year of waiting and speculation, we recently got word that the Fuente y Padron Legends humidor release had been shipped. Now, sources tell us that it has been delayed. Read more
Quality Importers Unveils Electronic Humidor Supreme Humidors
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers has unveiled the Humidor Supreme Electronic Humidors, offered in two spacious sizes. Read more
Serafin de Cuba Accuses Fratello Cigars of Trademark Infringement – Omar de Frias Comments Back
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, we received a statement from Arnold Serafin of Serafin de Cuba Cigars stating that he would be filing a lawsuit against Fratello Cigars over what he claims is a trademark infringement on his brand "La Floridana" Read more
C.L.E. Asylum 867 Now Shipping
December 15, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Asylum867 is now shipping. Asylum, recognized for its bold and edgy cigars, pushes the boundaries once again. The new variable for this blend is... Read more
Hiram & Solomon Announces Heart & Soul
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Hiram & Solomon, a brand revered for its dedication to tradition and charitable contributions, is proud to announce the launch of the "Heart & Soul" cigar. Read more
Drew Estate Announces 2023 Liga Privada Pancetta Has Begun Shipping
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate announced today the 2023 release of the limited-edition Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta. Read more
Casa 1910 Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement with La Casa del Tabaco in Spain
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 announced its exclusive partnership with La Casa del Tabaco for the distribution of its products in Spain. Read more
Lampert Cigars Begins Shipping Family Reserve 2023
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Lampert Cigars has begun shipping the Family Reserve 2023 to retailers. Read more
El Septimo Opens Second Las Vegas Lounge
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
El Septimo has announced a cooperation with Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant, which will rebrand their lounge and bar to El Septimo Geneva. Read more
First Line of Craft Soda Made to Pair with Cigars is Launched
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
A new line of non-alcoholic craft soda has been launched, designed intentionally to pair with premium cigars. Read more
Gurkha Releases Holiday Sampler
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces a sampler designed just in time for the holiday season. Read more
Byron Lounge Slotted for the Second Floor of the Ariston
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Byron Cigar Lounge opening inside The Ariston, a newly remodeled cigar oasis in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN. Read more
Avo to Collaborate with DJ D-Nice for 2024 Limited Edition Avo Expressions
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The AVO Expressions 2024 release will highlight the globally recognized artistic talent of DJ D-NICE. The inspiration of the blend comes from D-NICE’s unique ability to guide audiences on a musical journey. Read more
Aladino to Release Aladino Rothschild Sampler
December 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The sampler trio features three Aladino blends in a Rothschild size - Corojo, Vintage Selection and Connecticut. Read more
Cigar Review: Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata Maestro
December 12, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
The Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Sonata is a cigar that plays with the notion of taking cigar leaves to create a flavorful journey on your palate, as a sonata would do as you listen Read more
Cigar Review: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Eye of the Bull
December 10, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
At the PCA trade show in 2022, a line extension was on display, but no information was given on this intriguing new cigar. We jump to the 2023 PCA trade show and are introduced to the Eye of the Bull. Read more
Luciano Cigars Announces Underrated
December 10, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Luciano Cigars announced on Friday their latest offering known as Underrated, which the company says is "delightfully sweet and bold, Underrated is not just a cigar, but a statement." Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Justo Eiroa Talks Sumatra
December 10, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Justo Eiroa of JRE Tobacco joined us on the show to talk about his brand Aladino and all of the things that he and his team have been working on and teases some upcoming products we will see int he beginning of 2024. Read more
Ambassador Fine Cigars in Peoria, AZ becomes Atabey Lounge
December 7, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The newest Atabey Cigar lounge opens with Ambassador Fine Cigars, a distinguished purveyor of fine cigars and accessories for over 25 years. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Father & Daughter Duo – Manolo & Raquel Quesada
December 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week, a dynamic duo of father and daughter join Matt and Mitchell on the show this week, its Manolo and Raquel Quesada! Read more
Quality Importers Announces One-Piece Stinky Ashtray
December 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company the leading accessory supplier to the worldwide premium cigar trade, announces the availability of the new Stinky Cigar One-Piece Ashtray. Read more
Gurkha Announces 25th Anniversary Beauty Now Shipping
December 4, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces its 25th Anniversary Beauty Cigar is now shipping to retailers. Gurkha’s 25th Anniversary Beauty sports a special blend created exclusively for this cigar. Its corojo... Read more
MB FUMA Announces NOV30 Line
November 30, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
MB FUMA announced it is releasing the NOV30 brand, the first of the brands within the
company’s Legacy Line. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Kristoff Goes Nicaraguan with Jarrid!
November 30, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Jarred Trudeau of Kristoff Cigars joins us to talk about the three new cigars they released at PCA plus the Guardrail and the very unique tobacco that is in the filler and a tease for the company's 20th Anniversary next year. Read more
Spare Notes Series #49: Rough Start…Strong Finish
November 30, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, the show kicks off to a rough start with a handful of technical difficulties that gets Matt in a mood to be a little more...nitpicky. Read more
PCA Launches State Advocacy Grant Program
November 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is announcing a new state advocacy grant program aimed at investing in State Associations and their boots-on-the-ground lobbying capacity for the 2024 legislative cycle. This... Read more
Casa 1910 Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement with LIEB Tobacco in Mexico
November 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Casa 1910 announces its exclusive partnership with LIEB Tobacco for the distribution of its products in Mexico. LIEB Tobacco, founded in 1991 with the goal of importing and distributing premium... Read more
J.C. Newman Begins Shipping Extremely Limited All-Star Humidor
November 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
This week J.C. Newman Cigar Co. will begin shipping the extremely limitedThe American All-Star Humidor. All six sides of this humidor are made from wood from the floor of the... Read more
HVC Cigars Add New Size to Hot Cake Line
November 28, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Beginning the first week of December, HVC will begin shipping their latest size addition to the popular maduro Hot Cake line; a half corona size cigar coming in at 44 x 3.5. Read more
United Cigars Release New Size of Red Anchor
November 28, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
United Cigars announces the Commodore size as the latest cigar line extension of Red Anchor. Produced at Kelner Boutique Factory (KBF) in the Dominican Republic, Red Anchor is a testament to the rich... Read more
Fuente & Padrón Collaboration, ‘Fuente y Padrón Legends’, Begins Shipping
November 27, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
After being showcased at both the 2022 and 2023 PCA Tradeshow, the long awaited Fuente and Padron collaboration, 'Fuente y Padron Legends' is finally shipping. Read more
Atabey Black Ritos Now Shipping
November 21, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
After more than 5 years of preparation, the Atabey Black Ritos by Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco isnow shipping to United Cigar Branded lounges and NFT Box holders. As the... Read more
West Tampa Tobacco Company Announces Boliche Blvd – Ships Next Week
November 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The Cuban culinary tradition continues along the Cuban corridor of Tampa’s Columbus Drive, known by locals as “Boliche Boulevard”. Read more
Cigar Review: Tatuaje Tuxtla Lomo de Cerdo Pork Tenderloin
November 18, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
Tatuaje Cigars is no stranger to thinking outside the box in the industry. The immensely popular Monster Series was created in 2008, and some popular shop exclusives like the CQ1, CQ2, and Little Boris are extremely well known. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Christian Eiroa of C.L.E. & Asylum Cigars
November 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Christian Eiroa comes to the show to talk to Matt and Mitchell about a wide range of C.L.E.'s newest projects including the Asylum Sensorium. Read more
Luciano Cigars Hires Mark Reddy as CEO, Promotes Ed Trevino to VP of Sales
November 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Luciano Cigars has announced Mark Reddy as its newly appointed Chief Executive Officer. Read more
Powstanie SBC22 Releasing December 9th
November 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Powstanie has announced the release of its latest edition SBC. Read more
Plasencia Begins Shipping Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II
November 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia Cigars announces that the Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II is now shipping to retailers. Read more
Spare Notes Series #48: Unprofessional Responses From Brands
November 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Coop talk about unprofessional comments made by brands in response to some criticism. Read more
Alec Bradley Ships TAA Edition 2023
November 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley TAA Edition, created for the Tobacconists Association of America, is now shipping. Read more
Cigar Review: Foundation Cigars Olmec Maduro Robusto
November 15, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
They Olmecs were found in the modern day states of Tabasco, Veracruz, and San Andrés Tuxtla region. This was the inspiration for the blend using a San Andrés negro wrapper. Read more
J.C. Newman and the LeRoy Neiman Foundation Ship LeRoy Neiman 2023 Collectors Edition Cigars
November 15, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Today, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. and the LeRoy Neiman and the Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation will begin shipping the LeRoy Neiman 2023 Collectors Edition cigars to 177 of the leading premium cigar retailers in... Read more
La Gloria Cubana to Release Second Society Cigar
November 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
La Gloria Cubana has once again empowered its fans to develop a limited-edition blend. Read more
Drew Estate Announces Exclusive for Casa de Montecristo, Liga Privada Unico Porchetta
November 13, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Drawing inspiration from the traditional Italian roasted pork dish, known for its rich layers and savory seasonings, this cigar is crafted to evoke a similar complexity in its flavor profile.... Read more
2GuysCigars.com Announces Third Barrel Aged Cigar Collaboration with Single Cask Nation & Aganorsa Leaf
November 13, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
2GuysCigars.com, in collaboration with Single Cask Nation and Aganorsa Leaf Cigars, is thrilled to reveal their third Single Cask Nation Cigar collaboration project. This unique cigar experience blends expert cigar... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Matt Booth Brings Some Heat!
November 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Matt and Kevin play host to one of their favorite guests on the show, Matt Booth. Read more
Casdagli Cigars Raise $8k for the Red Cross Through Cypher 3311 Line and Release New Vitola, ‘Boniface’
November 10, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Casdagli Cigars, known for its Cypher 3311 cigar line, proudly announces the first donation of $8,000 to the Red Cross, courtesy of its commitment to donate a dollar from every... Read more
Foundation Cigars & Highclere Castle Re-Release Senetjer in Honor of King Tut’s Discovery
November 10, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company has begun to ship its Highclere Castle Senetjer to select retailers throughout the county. Senetjer is now an annual November release of 500 boxes to commemorate the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s... Read more
Plasencia Begins Shipping Cosecha 151
November 10, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The Cosecha 151 was displayed at the 2023 PCA which took place in Las Vegas this past July. The Cosecha 151 is the third installment of the Cosecha series of cigars. The Cosecha 151... Read more
Drew Estate Resurrects Chateau Real Brand to Online Retailers
November 9, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Drew Estate originally introduced the Chateau Real brand to the domestic market just prior to the historic opening of La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Estelí, Nicaragua, in 2007. Interestingly,... Read more
Xikar Ion Dual-Jet Torch Lighters Now Shipping
November 9, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
This pocket-friendly lighter with a dual-jet torch includes a fuel adjustment wheel and a spacious fuel tank, capable of lighting up to 80 cigars. The textured design of the oversized... Read more
Black Label Trading Company Releases The Black Album: A Limited-Edition Anthology of Cigars
November 8, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
“With 2023 being our 10-year anniversary, we really wanted to close it out with a bang. I’ve had this idea of a “greatest hits” release for a while and I... Read more
Habanos S.A. Announces Dates for Festival del Habano XXIV
November 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Habanos S.A. announced this week that the Festival del Habano XXIV in 2024 will take place from February 26th - March 1st, 2024 in Havana, Cuba. Read more
Ferio Tego Adds Smaller Vitolas to Timeless Prestige
November 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
After a successful expansion to the Ferio Tego Timeless Prestige blend this summer with the Especiales, Ferio Tego is expanding the available experiences in the blend with two additional vitolas, the Divinos and the No. 4. Read more
Quesada Releases Limited Edition Casa Magna Colorado Lancero
November 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quesada Cigars is adding a Lancero to the Casa Magna Colorado line. Read more
Alec Bradley Fine & Rare BCN-143 Heading to Stores
November 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley Fine & Rare BCN-143 has begun shipping to retailers. The blend will make its retail debut this Saturday, November 11th. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Ed Trevino of Luciano Cigars
November 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Mitchell is out sick so Matt plays a solo host to Ed Trevino of Luciano Cigars. Read more
CDC Survey Shows Underage Smoking Rates at Historic Lows
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released the results of its annual survey on youth tobacco use, which found that underage use is falling to historic lows. Read more
PCA Tells OMB to Remit Characterizing Flavor Rule Back to FDA
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) testified before the White House Office of Management and Budget's Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) as part of the Administration's review of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) draft Final Rule "Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars." Read more
Cohiba to Release Biometric Humidor with Limited Edition Cigar
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Cohiba (STG) announced today it is unveiling the brand’s exclusive 2023 holiday offering called The Cohiba Biometric Humidor. Read more
2023 CRA Fall Freedom Packs Now Available
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The 2023 CRA Fall Freedom Packs are now headed to select retailers. Read more
Les Fines Lames Announces Le Tag Cutter Necklace
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Les Fines Lames, the French company behind the Le Petit knife style cutters and the punch cutter bead bracelets has added another cutting accessory to its "wearable" collection. Read more
J.C. Newman Begins Second Shipment Yagua and Black Diamond
November 6, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping the second and final release of the year of its famous Yagua and Diamond Crown Black Diamond cigars. Read more
Cigar Review: Foundation Cigars Olmec Claro Robusto
November 5, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
The Olmec cigar is named after the Olmec people of Mexico who lived from around 1600 BCE to 350 BCE. They were found in the modern day states of Tabasco, Veracruz, and San Andrés Tuxtla region. Read more
Black Star Line Ceases Direct to Consumer Sales and Commits to Retail Partners
November 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Owner of Black Star Line Cigars, Aric Bey, states “It’s time to make a change. We are a bigger company and we don’t need to sell direct to consumer anymore.... Read more
Perdomo 30th Anniversary Now Shipping
November 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The highly anticipated Perdomo 30th Anniversary will be coming to appointed merchants just in time for Thanksgiving. Three distinct blends will be available in the line; Each blend will be available... Read more
Montecristo Cigar Bar at Paris Las Vegas Now Open
November 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Montecristo Cigar Bar has officially opened its doors, and industry leaders from top-level cigar brands and Caesars Entertainment executives joined together to commemorate its grand opening celebration on Thursday, Nov... Read more
Alfonso Gran Selección Begins Shipping
November 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This year's follow up to last year's Cigar of the Year in the new Alfonso line from Selected Tobacco S.A. has begin shipping to retailers nationwide. Read more
Partagas Releases Holiday Gift Set
November 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
For holiday 2023, Partagas brings together two of its newest blends in a festive, Boveda-humidified four-pack. Read more
Don Doroteo Ships Salt of the Earth
November 2, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Don Doroteo Cigars has announced that the “Salt of the Earth” line of cigars is now shipping to retailers across the United States. Read more
STG Ships Room 101 Namakubi 2023
November 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Namakubi is perhaps one of the most important lines in the Room 101 historical portfolio. It originally debuted in 2011 and helped launch Room 101 to where it is today. Read more
Punch Holiday Gift Pack Now Shipping
November 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Punch is rolling in the holiday season with a gift pack that features its top-rated blends in a perennially-popular Toro frontmark. Read more
DTT Delays Release of Polpetta until January 2024
November 1, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust announces their intention to delay nationwide distribution of their Polpetta puros. “Normally delays from intended release dates are the result of either the cigars and/or the... Read more
E.P. Carrillo Introduces the Escapade — Created With Consumer Feedback To Reach New Cigar Smokers
November 1, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo unveils its latest cigar blend, Escapade, created through direct consumer feedback and set to be voted into a limited 2024 production run. Through several live Zoom sessions with... Read more
Rabbit Air Releases ‘Sumatra’ to Contemporary Artists Series
November 1, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The Sumatra design is Rabbits Airs latest addition to their Contemporary Artist Series. Infused with the vibrancy and warmth of Polish-German illustrator, Maggie Stephenson, this design is not just an air... Read more
Crowned Heads Announces 2023 Mil Días Belicosos Finos Limited Edition
November 1, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The 2023 Mil Días Belicosos Finos Limited Edition showcases the highly-acclaimed Mil Días blend in a classic 5 1/2″ by 52 Belicoso Fino vitola, drawing inspiration from the legendary Bolivar... Read more
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Ships Black Bison Cigar Case and Fall Release of The American and Angel Cuesta Cigars
November 1, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Today J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping The American Black Bison Cigar Case. This limited-edition cigar case is unique because both the case and the special cigars inside are all-American.... Read more
FDA Files Statement of Issues
October 31, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, the FDA filed a number of documents in their appeal of Judge Mehta’s decision, including a Statement of Issues to be Raised. Read more
JR Cigar Announces Terra de Andes
October 31, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Following the success of its original JR Pure Origin line Gran Vulcano, JR Cigar is introducing its second blend: JR Pure Origin: Terra de Andes. Read more
Tatuaje Anarchy NFT Goes on Sale Today
October 31, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
After a few months of waiting, the latest cigar NFT goes on sale today at most of the retail stores who own one, including Smoke Inn Boynton Beach. Read more
Alec Bradley Releases Second “Uncut Series” Pairing with Rebel Bourbon
October 31, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Alec Bradley is rolling out their second cigar and bourbon pairing under the recently-launched “Uncut Series.” This time, the brand couples its Black Market cigars with Rebel Cask Strength Bourbon... Read more
S.T. Dupont Introduces New ‘Slimmy’ Collection
October 31, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
S.T. Dupont is revisiting tradition with a new range of lighters featuring a torch flame inspired by their iconic lighter, the Ligne 2. While there will be three distinct lines... Read more
Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 3 Now Shipping
October 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The Trinidad Espiritu Series No. 3, which captures and celebrates the spirit of Mexico, is now available for purchase by Trinidad enthusiasts everywhere. The release date was selected in honor of Dia... Read more
Foundation Begins Shipping Tabernacle Knight Commander
October 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company has begun shipping its most anticipated release, The Tabernacle Knight Commander, 6 x 3/4 x 52 Perfecto with a Connecticut Broadleaf Wrapper. The inspiration behind Tabernacle Knight... Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Announces 35th Anniversary Now Shipping
October 30, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces its 35th Anniversary Commemorative Humidor with Cigars begins shipping this week. Showcased at the PCA Convention in Las Vegas, NV, July of 2023, the 35th... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Steve Saka Returns for Redemption
October 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Steve Saka returns for what he calls redemption after his last appearance didn't go the way he wanted it to. Read more
Foundation Cigars Begin Shipping Charter Oak Pegnataro & Pasquale Limited Release
October 26, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company begins shipping Charter Oak Pegnataro-CT Shade and Pasquale CT Broadleaf cigars to retailers throughout the country. Crafted by Nicholas Melillo, Founder and Master Blender, these cigars pay homage to the... Read more
United Cigars Release Special United Toro Box to Honor Veterans
October 26, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
United Cigars honors our veterans with the release of a Special Edition box of United Toro cigars, aimed at expressing gratitude by sharing a cigar with our nation’s veterans. Special... Read more
S.T. Dupont Begins Shipping Big D Lighters
October 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
S.T. Dupont has announced the launch of the new 2023 Premium Jet Flame series, combining S.T. Dupont's iconic Line 2 lighter design with their expert "jet" flame. Read more
Davidoff Announces Year of the Dragon for 2024
October 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Davidoff will once again release a limited edition to celebrate the Chinese New Year. With this release, for the first time, Davidoff will complete an entire zodiac cycle which began in 2013 with the Year of the Snake. Read more
Lampert Cigars Announces Self Distribution in the US
October 24, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Beginning November 1st, 2023, Lampert Cigars will take over its own U.S. distribution. Read more
Miami Cigar to Ship Tatiana 25th Anniversary This Week
October 23, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Miami Cigar & Co. announces that the long awaited Tatiana 25th Annivesary cigar brand will begin shipping this week. Read more
Cavalier Geneve Announces 2023 Limited Release
October 23, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Cavalier Genève Cigars announced today that it is releasing its second Limited Release cigar and it is under the White Series line as a 6.25 x 48 vitola. Read more
Les Fines Lames Le Petit Cutter – Review
October 22, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
I'm sure by now you have seen some of the many folding knife cutters that have become increasingly popular in the past few years. The one I will be reviewing today is the 'Le Petit' by French company Les Fines Lames. Read more
Spare Notes Series #47: The PCA Changes the Game for Media
October 22, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Coop talk about the news that the Premium Cigar Association has announced it will be dropping membership fees to all media members and will be starting a new and deeper vetting process. Read more
Vintage Cigar Lounge & Club Launches “VCL Cult Video Club”
October 21, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
We were sent a mysterious package from our friends at VCL earlier this month and when we opened it we were so excited to find out what it was all about. Read more
Macanudo Announces 2023 Holiday Gift Collection
October 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Macanudo announces its holiday gift collection for 2023. The brand will release two, limited-edition gift items this year, and both will begin shipping this week. Read more
Espinosa Ships Laranja Reserva Escuro 6 x 60
October 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Espinosa Cigars has shipped the last of the four new 6 x 60 gordos that it debuted at PCA 2023. Read more
Foundation Begins Shipping New Metapa Line Nationwide
October 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company begins shipping its new line, Metapa, to cigar shops throughout the USA. Inspired by the birth town of Rubén Darío, a legendary Nicaraguan poet, Metapa pays homage to Nicaragua’s rich cultural heritage... Read more
PCA Removes Fees for Media – Changes Vetting Process
October 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, the Premium Cigar Association announced to the media that it would no longer charge the media any membership fees which also includes admission to the PCA Trade Show and Convention. Read more
Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Ano 2023 Arrives in Stores
October 19, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
At PCA 2023, one of the cigars we saw from Oliva was the Serie V Melanio Edicion Ano 2023. For those of you who have been waiting for these you are in luck, they arrive in stores this week all over the world. Read more
Bocock Brothers Begin World Traveler Maduro Production at AJ Fernandez
October 19, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Bocock Bros. Cigars has now partnered with AJ Fernandez to reimagine their original Maduro within the Word Traveler Collection. This comes after they recently partnered with the factory for their... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: All Gas No Brakes with Dan Thompson and Micky Pegg!
October 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Dan Thompson of Micallef Cigars and Micky Pegg of All Saints Cigars both join Matt and Mitchell to talk about their new combined sales team. Read more
Leaf by Oscar Limited Edition 2018 Launched as Cigora Exclusive
October 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
A new Leaf by Oscar release called Leaf by Oscar Limited Edition 2018 is now available exclusively on Cigora. Read more
Newair & Boveda Announce New Collaboration Humidor
October 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The Newair x Boveda 500 Count Electric Cigar Humidor is the latest in Newair’s collection of electronic cooling cigar humidors. Read more
Luciano Cigars Announces Branded Lounges
October 17, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Luciano Cigars announced the recent and upcoming opening of brand-sponsored lounges across the US, and the launch of its global Lounge Sponsorship Program. Read more
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Updates Sobremesa Packaging and Renames Original Line
October 17, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Steve Saka, owner of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, once again took to Facebook to announce that DTT has updated the packaging on the Sobremesa brand and will also be renaming the original line. Read more
Tatuaje 20th Anniversary Heading to Stores
October 17, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
In early July of this year, Tatuaje announced a new line that would celebrate the company's 20th anniversary. Now, Tatuaje says these are shipping to stores this week. Read more
Hand Rolled: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Premieres Tomorrow
October 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The inaugural episode of the Hand Rolled docuseries, Hand Rolled: J.C. Newman Cigar Co., will premiere on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. for free on YouTube. Read more
FDA Formally Sends Flavored Cigar Rule to OMB For Review
October 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken a significant step in addressing the issue of flavored cigars and menthol in cigarettes by sending their proposed rules to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. Read more
CAO Premier 54s Pack Makes Its Debut
October 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO is kicking off the holiday season with a compilation pack featuring its top Toros. Called CAO Premier 54, the four-pack has just begun shipping to retailers. Read more
Habanos S.A. Appoints Beatriz Garrido García to Operational Marketing Director
October 16, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Habanos S.A., the Cuban-state run cigar conglomerate, announced this week they have appointed Beatriz Garrido García as the company's newest Operational Marketing Director. Read more
Cigar Review: Diesel Cigars Vintage Robusto Gordo
October 12, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
Diesel Cigars – Diesel Vintage Series Robusto Review There seems to be an emerging trend in the cigar world that is becoming more prominent as time goes on. That trend... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Toscano Master Aged 3 Pairing
October 11, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Michael Cappellini is back for another Toscano Pairing! This week it's the Toscano Master Aged 3 with Coffee and Chocolate and everyone has slightly different versions of each of those. Read more
Cigar Review: HVC 10th Anniversary 54
October 10, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
HVC celebrated its 10th anniversary and released the original blend and size back in 2021, now they have added a vitola extension to the line for 2023. Reinier has been... Read more
MB Fuma Announces Company Launch in United States
October 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
MB FUMA is announcing its company launch on Columbus Day 2023 and willbe made available to the US Retail market in the month of October. The announcementcomes in time for... Read more
HVC Announces Black Friday 2023
October 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Every year in the Fall just in time for the unofficial kickoff day to the holiday season, HVC, now for the tenth year in a row, releases their Black Friday... Read more
Protocol Announces The Law 3 for 2023
October 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Protocol Cigars announced the third installment in the Omertà Cigar Company Exclusive Cigar Series. The Law Part 3, like its predecessors, was created for Omertà Cigar Company in Oklahoma City,... Read more
Quality Importers Announces Xikar Hedron Lighters for Cigars International
October 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company has announced the availability of the Xikar Hedron Lighter, now exclusively offered through Cigars International and Thompson Cigar to the United States. Xikar Hedron Lighter sets... Read more
Spare Notes Series #46: Should the Price Effect the Score?
October 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Coop talk about how cigar reviews differ and debate over whether the price of the cigar should be a major contributing factor of the score. Read more
C.L.E. Starts Shipping the Eiroa CBT 51
October 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Eiroa CBT 51 is now shipping. This limited-edition blend is in celebration of Christian Eiroa’s 51st birthday. The cigar made its debut during a... Read more
Ferio Tego 2023 Elegancia and Generoso to Ship Late October
October 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The flagship releases of the Ferio Tego brand, Elegancia and Generoso, will arrive in stores October 24th. The 2023 Ferio Tego Elegancia and Generoso are the third annual limited release... Read more
2023 Diesel “Sideshow” Now Shipping
October 5, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Diesel is shipping “Sideshow” now. The limited-production, annually-released sampler features freakish-looking frontmarks just in time for spooky season. Diesel Sideshow takes the full-bodied Diesel Unlimited blend through a veritable funhouse... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: An Phan from Drew Estate Talks Liga!
October 4, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, An Phan of Drew Estate joins us to talk about the big year for the Liga Privada brand, including the H99, as well as the other things Drew Estate has been working on leading up to their return to PCA in 2024. Read more
Casa 1910 Announces Partnership with Puros 4 Me
October 4, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 announced today its partnership with Puros 4 Me, Montenegro’s leading cigar importer. This collaboration promises to usher in an exciting new era of cigar enjoyment in Montenegro. Casa... Read more
United Cigars to Rerelease 2021 and 2022 Limited Edition Firecrackers
October 4, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
United Cigars has started shipping the rereleases of two iconic Firecracker Limited Editions. Wiseman Maduro Firecracker and the Bandolero Firecracker originally released in 2021 and 2022 respectively before the Fourth... Read more
Quality Importers Announces Release of Palio Pro Series Lighters
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced this week the availability of the Palió PRO series torch lighters, which are now shipping to customers both globally and nationally. The Palió PRO series... Read more
PCA Endorses Wisconsin Cigar Bar Legislation
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) endorsed new legislation that would allow cigar bars in Wisconsin for the first time since 2009. Assembly Bill 451 removes the date, June... Read more
Emilio Cigars Announces Grimalkin Seasonal Edition
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Emilio Cigars has announced the release of the Grimalkin Seasonal Edition, manufactured in Esteli, Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra. Grimalkin Seasonal is being released in time to enjoy for Halloween... Read more
Habanos S.A. Unveils New Hoyo de Monterrey Destinos for Duty Free
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Habanos S.A. today announced a new size of the Hoyo de Monterrey called the Destinos and it will be exclusive to duty free shops and the like at travel ports... Read more
La Aurora 120 Anniversary to Ship Later This Fall
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
La Aurora has announced the releaseof La Aurora 120Anniversary Limited Editionin celebration of their official 120thAnniversary (October 3).For 120 years, La Aurora has been crafting premium cigars that stand on... Read more
Habanos S.A. Introduces New Vegueros Centrogordos
October 3, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
During the 2023 Carribean Habanos Days event in Willemstad, Curacao, Habanos S.A. introduced a new size of the Vegueros line called the Vegueros Centrogordos. In a memorable weekend full of... Read more
GIVEAWAY: Drew Estate Swag!
September 29, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Do YOU want to win one of THREE amazing prizes from Drew Estate? Up for grabs is the following: It is very simple, comment below your name and email and... Read more
PCA Responds to FDA’s Appeal in Deeming Rule Case
September 29, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration filed a notice of appeal of Judge Amit P. Mehta’s decision to vacate the deeming rule in the case of Cigar Association of America... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Jon Carney Uses AI for Voicemail
September 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Jon Carney stops by in studio to catch up with Smokin Tabacco. Read more
Hooten Young Ships 30th Anniversary of Operation Gothic Serpent
September 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The new regular production line for Hooten Young showcased at PCA 2023 is now shipping in preparation for the 30th Anniversary of Operation Gothic Serpent on October 3, 2023. Hooten... Read more
Macanudo Reignites Collaboration with Flint Knoll
September 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Macanudo has continued its collaboration with Napa Valley’s Flint Knoll Winery to produce Macanudo Estate Reserve Flint Knoll No 2. The limited-edition expression of Macanudo uses tobacco aged in wine... Read more
Meerapfel Cigar Releases Unique New Wooden Chest Design
September 27, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Meerapfel Cigar introduces a newly designed wooden chest, that will debut alongside the revelation of Meerapfel Cigar’s 2023 Master Blend releases. Meerapfel considers the unique packaging concept as a testament... Read more
Crowned Heads Welcomes Andy Yaffee and Craig Smith as Sales Representatives
September 27, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Crowned Heads is proud to announce the addition of two new dedicated sales representatives to the team. These appointments come at a time of significant momentum for the company, and promise... Read more
La Aurora Cigars Releases Small Batch Lot No. 002 in US
September 26, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
La Aurora announces the release ofLa Aurora Small Batch, a new, limited-edition line that showcases Master Blender Manuel Inoa’s rarer works. The first to be released in the U.S. market... Read more
JRE Announces Aladino Sumatra Limited Edition
September 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Julio and Justo began experimenting with Sumatra in 2016 – the same time they began growing Cameroon. This is the first year that they will release a blend with their... Read more
Sancho Panza Limited Edition Ships
September 25, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Last year, the three lines of Sancho Panza were revitalized by the creative juggernaut known as Matt Booth. On Monday, September 25, the intrigue around Sancho will intensify with the... Read more
Spare Notes Series #45: Coop Finds a Good Lancero
September 23, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Coop talk a little bit of baseball, football and what's going on in the industry this week. Read more
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Ships Annual Bricktoberfest Cigar
September 22, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars to 128retailers across the United States and in Germany. The 2023 release of Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars is... Read more
Alec Bradley Launches “The Uncut Series”, a Cigar and Whiskey Collaboration with Starlight Distillery
September 22, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Alec Bradley announces today that the brand is rolling out an exclusive cigar and single barrel whiskey pairing series for Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG). Called “The Uncut Series,” the platform... Read more
CRA Issues Statement in Opposition to H.R. 5568 & S. 2846
September 22, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) and Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) introduced the CARE for Moms Act (H.R. 5568&S. 2846), which is an extension of the Mothers... Read more
Jim Young Joins Plasencia as Advisor and Board Member
September 21, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Plasencia announced yesterday that Jim Young has joined the company as an advisor and board member.Mr. Young has been in the premium cigar industry since 2011 with Oettinger Davidoff AG,... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Nicole Returns to the Show!
September 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, Nicole returns to the show and catches up with Matt and Mitchell and slowly start to return to her cigar smoking routine. Read more
Selected Tobacco Release Porcelain Byron Ashtrays
September 19, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Renowned artist and blender of Selected Tobacco, Nelson Alfonso, has once again pushed the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship with his latest creation—three stunning porcelain ashtrays, each uniquely designed to... Read more
Spare Notes Series #44: Feedback From the Audience
September 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin and Coop respond to some comments that were made following the previous episode from the audience which seemed to be directed at Coop but applied to any media person. Read more
Cigar Review: Aganorsa Leaf Rare Leaf Reserve Maduro Toro
September 16, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
Agarnorsa Leaf introduced the Rare Leaf Reserve line back in 2021 and is now adding to it with the brand new blend, Rare Leaf Reserve Maduro. The core of the... Read more
Austin Borgstede Leaves Micallef Cigars to Join El Septimo
September 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
El Septimo announced today it has hired seasoned Sales Executive, Austin Borgstede, to support its continuous sales growth and expansion throughout US retail centers. Austin has joined El Septimo as... Read more
JR Cigar to Release Crafted By JR: Crowned Heads Exclusive
September 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
JR Cigar is bringing a modern, upscale flair to one of their most popular budget lines. The “Crafted By” series has always brought the JR customer interesting and unique collaborations... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Dan Davison Talks New England Cigar Expo
September 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Mitchell talk to Dan Davison about the upcoming New England Cigar Expo in New Hampshire on September 29th and 30th. Read more
Meerapfel Cigar to release Ernest Master Blend Cigar at Intertabac
September 12, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
This week in Dortmund, Germany, at the InterTabac Tradeshow, Meerapfel Cigar will release the third cigar with historical importance to the Meerapfel family. The Ernest Master Blend. The company’s press... Read more
Black Label Trading Company Announces the Release of Bishops Blend Novemdiales to Select Retailers
September 12, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the release of Bishops Blend Novemdiales to select retailers. Novemdiales is handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. It represents a... Read more
C.L.E. Promotes Robert Wright to National Sales Manager
September 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announced today that it has promoted industry veteran Robert Wright to National Sales Manager. Robert has an extensive resume in the cigar industry that dates back forty... Read more
Aganorsa Announces Next Supreme Leaf
September 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Every year, Aganorsa Leaf releases a limited production line called the Supreme Leaf and each year the cigar is featured in a different vitola. Aganorsa Leaf announced today the latest... Read more
Altadis Releases Trinidad Espíritu No. 3
September 12, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Inspired by Series 1 and 2, the Trinidad Espiritu No. 3 is a culmination of Trinidad Espiritu’s epic journey through years of diverse cigar cultures and pleasure. With a curated... Read more
Cigar Review: Blackened Cigars M81 Toro by Drew Estate
September 10, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
Celebrity involvement in the industry is gathering some speed. We have pro sports players, movie stars, celebrity chefs, and so on who collaborate with existing brands or become brand owners... Read more
Sinistro Announces Last Cowboy Limited Edition
September 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
A little over four years ago, Sinistro released a cigar called the Last Cowboy as a limited edition exclusive to Mardo Cigars. Now, the cigar is being released as a... Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Cigar of the Year Predictions – Fan Mail
September 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – This week Matt and Kevin talk about what new cigars they have smoked this year and discuss which ones might be considered to... Read more
Davidoff Announces Aniversario No. 1 Limited Edition
September 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Davidoff announced yesterday the upcoming release of the Aniversario No. 1. Earlier this year, we saw the release of the Millennium lancero and Signature No. 1 limited editions in their... Read more
Bocock Brothers Announce New Cargo Container Boxes for World Traveler Line
September 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Bocock Brothers announced this week they would be introducing new packaging for their World Traveler line in the theme of cargo containers. The cargo container inspired boxes will hold twenty... Read more
Lampert Begins Shipping 12 YO Rum in the United States
September 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Lampert Cigars added its 12 year old rum to their U.S. portfolio. The rum is made in Panama and aged for 12 years in white oak barrels previously used as... Read more
Drew Estate’s Deadwood Tobacco Co. “The Girl With No Name” Connecticut Shade Robusto Surfaces Exclusively at JRCigars.com and Cigars.com
September 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Subtle, mysterious and hard to pin down, the Deadwood Tobacco Co. “The Girl With No Name” has once again changed her appearance and is riding her husky black stallion to... Read more
