Cigar Industry News
Foundation Cigar Co. Issues Statement Regarding AJ Fernandez Fire
April 2, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Nicholas Melillo addresses the fire at AJ Fernandez and mentions which of his cigars were impacted the most. Read more
J.C. Newman Begins Shipping Tampa Smokers Cigars
April 2, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Today J.C. Newman Cigar Co. began shipping its new Tampa Smokers cigars to more than a hundred cigar retailers around the country. Read more
Cigar Review: Rocky Patel Emerald Robusto
April 2, 2025 By Pat Chamberlain
Check out our cigar review of the Rocky Patel Emerald robusto. Read more
Dr. Martin Makary Sworn in as FDA Commissioner – Brian King Pushed Out
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Today Dr. Martin Makary took the oath of office and was officially sworn into office. At the same time, CTP head Dr. Brian King was placed on administrative leave. Read more
Selected Tobacco to Release Bandolero Premium at PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Bandolero takes another bold step forward with the Bandolero Premium at PCA 2025. Read more
League of Fat Bastards to Launch Skinny Bastarda at PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
LOFB Cigars has announced the release of the Skinny Bastarda to take place at PCA 2025 in New Orleans. Read more
Massive Fire at AJ Fernandez in Esteli, Nicaragua
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Yesterday a major fire broke out at AJ Fernandez' factory, Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A. in Esteli, Nicaragua. Read more
Raíces Cubanas to Unveil the Liga de Reyes Limited Edition Salomón at PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Raíces Cubanas has announced plans to introduce a limited edition extension to Liga de Reyes. Read more
Plasencia Will Unveil Five Packs at PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Plasencia Cigars plans to introduce a new series of five-packs, featuring the popular Alma Fuerte and Alma Del Campo blends. Read more
Fratello Adds Distribution in the United Kingdom
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars has added distribution in the United Kingdom in partnership with Tabac World Ltd. Read more
Joya de Nicaragua to Introduce Antaño CT “Gran Cónsul” at PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Joya de Nicaragua introduces the Antaño CT “Gran Cónsul”, a bold, new addition to the legendary Antaño CT line. Read more
Black Label Trading Adding Toro Vitolas for Three Lines PCA 2025
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Label Trading Company (BLTC) will debut new toro vitolas for three of its core line products at this year’s PCA trade show in Las Vegas. Read more
Big Sky Cigars Expands Mad Minnow Line
April 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Big Sky Cigars has announced that they are expanding the Mad Minnow line with the addition of two new cigars. Read more
Spare Notes Series #71: 2025 Pre-PCA Show
March 29, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series: the trio gets together to talk about what is coming from the 2025 PCA Trade Show. Read more
Fuente The OpusX Society Announces Next Cigar
March 28, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Fuente The OpusX Society has announced their next cigar release as well as a cutter and lighter set for PCA 2025. Read more
La Aurora to Release Small Batch No. 7 for PCA Alliance
March 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
La Aurora announced they would debut the La Aurora Small Batch Lot No. 7, a limited-edition cigar created by Master Blender, Manuel Inoa at PCA 2025. Read more
Fratello Cigars Unveils Fourth Concealed Carry Release: Bootlegger
March 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars introduces the fourth release in its Concealed Carry series, Bootlegger, shipping to select retailers starting today. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: The New Perdomo Legacy!
March 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out the latest episode of the Smokin Tabacco Show with Nicholas Perdomo talking about the new Perdomo Legacy! Read more
Foundation Cigar Company Announces 10-Year Aniversario to Debut at PCA 2025
March 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Foundation Cigar Company will debut the new Foundation 10-Year Aniversario, a special cigar crafted to commemorate a decade of dedication to the art of premium cigars. Read more
Product Review: S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 Lighter
March 27, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our review of the S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 lighter. Read more