Cigar Industry News

Foundation Cigar Company Appoints George Frakes Director of International Sales

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company has announced the appointment of George Frakes as its new Director of International Sales, a strategic move that underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its presence in Europe. Read more

Two Guys Smoke Shop Changes Its Name After 40 Years

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
After four decades, Two Guys Smoke Shop officially became Two Guys Cigars. Read more

Gurkha Announces Releases for InterTabac 2025

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group has announced the release of its newest premium cigar lines at InterTabac 2025. Read more

Selected Tobacco to Release Collector’s Edition Humidor Blend

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On October 18th, 2025, Selected Tobacco will unveil a singular release at Industrial Cigars in Frisco, TX, home of the world’s first branded Atabey Lounge. Read more

Aganorsa Leaf Unveils Supreme Leaf Gran Robusto Parejo Exclusively for Dave Mayer’s 20th Anniversary at Wooden Indian Tobacco

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
AGANORSA Leaf has announced the release of its latest addition to the Supreme Leaf line – the Gran Robusto Parejo for Wooden Indian Tobacco. Read more

Tatuaje to Release Monster Series Mummy Redux in October

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The fifth in the series of Redux Monsters, Tatuaje has announced this year will be the year of the Mummy Redux and it will hit stores soon. Read more

Emilio Cigars Releases Grimalkin Seasonal Edition

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Emilio Cigars has announced the release of the Grimalkin Seasonal Edition, which is hand crafted in Esteli, Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra. Read more

J.C. Newman Ships Out Angel Cuesta Shade

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is proud to announce the first release of the new Angel Cuesta Shade cigar, now shipping to 112 premium cigar retailers across 46 states. Read more

Casa Carrillo Announces Battleborn Warriors LE for Veterans Day

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa Carrillo announces the release of Battleborn Warriors, a Veterans Day Limited Edition cigar created to honor the men and women whose courage and sacrifice protect our freedom. Read more

J.C. Newman Ships 2025 Brick House Bricktoberfest Cigars

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars to 113 retailers across the United States and in Germany. Read more

Meerapfel & Arturo Fuente End Trading Agreements

September 18, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Meerapfel Companies announced an end to trading business with Arturo Fuente. Read more

PCA Board of Directors Extends Habursky Contract

September 10, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association Board of Directors announces the contract extension of Executive Director Joshua Habursky for five years, spanning from 2026 to 2031. Read more

Hiram & Solomon Cigars Appoints Sergio Katarjian Vice President of Marketing

September 8, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Hiram & Solomon Cigars today announced the appointment of Sergio Katarjian as Vice President of Marketing. Read more

Premium Cigar Association Launches “Find Your Tobacconist” Map to Connect Consumers with Local Retail Members

September 8, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association has introduced “Find Your Tobacconist,” a new interactive store locator on its website that enables enthusiasts to discover nearby premium tobacco retailers that are current PCA members. Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Matt’s Recent Cuban Encounter

September 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt talks about his encounters with Cuban cigars recently and how they were. Read more

Lure Cigars Announces the Release of “The Redfish” Collaboration with Valacari.

September 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
For more than a decade, Nimmer Ahmad, owner of Valacari, has been a friend and mentor to Lou Cross, owner of Lure Cigars. Read more

Casa de Montecristo Expands National Footprint

September 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa de Montecristo announced this week their continued expansion of their nationwide network with new openings in West Palm Beach and Chicago with partnerships and milestone events. Read more

S.T. Dupont Releases New Windproof Defi Collection

September 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
S.T. Dupont has developed a multi-purpose lighter designed to adapt efficiently and easily to all winds. Read more

La Aurora to Re-Release Especiales with the Premium Cigar Association

September 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Those attending this year's PCA Fall Fundraiser on Sept. 11 will have a chance to try this cigar as part of an exclusive pairing during the event. Read more

Alec Bradley Announces Filthy Ghooligan Return for 2025

September 6, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Originally inspired by the brand’s cult-favorite Filthy Hooligan St. Patrick’s Day release, Filthy Ghooligan swaps shamrocks for spiderwebs, delivering a darkly delicious smoking experience that’s perfect for fall. Read more