Cigar Industry News

Eddy Guerra and Davidoff Parting Ways

November 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Eddy Guerra, Senior Brand Manager for Davidoff, announced he will be leaving Davidoff USA. Read more

Davidoff Announces Year of the Snake Lancero

November 4, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Davidoff continues their tradition with their annual limited editions and accessories inspired by a sign of the Chinese zodiac. Read more

Partagas Releases 2024 Holiday Pack

October 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Partagas is releasing a limited-edition holiday pack just in time for the gift-giving season. Read more

Cavalier Genève Announces “The Green Jacket 2025” Annual Limited Edition

October 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The project is called “The Green Jacket” in reference to the Masters golf tournament taking place every year in Augusta, Georgia. Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Kevin Goes Solo with Ian Reith of Dapper Cigars!

October 29, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt lets Kevin take the reins as he sits out with an illness. Kevin talks to Ian Reith of Dapper Cigars about the brand that seems to be getting some great attention with its unique blends. Read more

Product Review: S.T. Dupont MaxiJet Lighter – Fluo Collection

October 28, 2024 By Kevin Acuff
S.T. Dupont introduced several new collections at the 2023 PCA Trade Show in Las Vegas. One of those making a striking visual statement is the Fluo Collection. Read more

The PCA and The Cigar Academy Announce New Education-Focused Partnership

October 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and The Cigar Academy have announced a partnership to offer comprehensive educational programs and certifications for cigar industry professionals and enthusiasts. Read more

Drew Estate Introduces the Deadwood Tobacco Co. “Girl With No Name” Lonsdale

October 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate revealed last week the newest addition to its Deadwood Tobacco Co. line of premium cigars, the "Girl With No Name" Lonsdale. Read more

Drew Estate Introduces New Broadleaf Gordo for Nica Rustica 

October 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
From the Wynwood Safehouse in Miami, Florida, Drew Estate announced the addition of the Gordo size (6 x 60) to the Nica Rustica Broadleaf family. Read more

E.P. Carrillo Announces 15 Year Anniversary Cigar

October 28, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
E.P. Carrillo has announced the release of its 15 Year Anniversary Cigar, a cigar crafted to celebrate the brand's remarkable journey since its inception. Read more

Product Review: S.T. Dupont Biggy Lighter

October 24, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our review of the S.T. Dupont Biggy Lighter! Read more

Atabey Adds Tubes to Duendes Vitola

October 22, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Atabey Duendes Tubes are the latest addition to the Atabey collection. These uniquely designed cosmetic-grade aluminum tubes, have a golden peak to house the torpedo style vitola. Read more

Micallef Adds Box-Pressed Micallef Black for Smoke Inn Exclusive

October 21, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Micallef Cigars announced today the release of the Smoke Inn Exclusive Micallef Black Soft Box-Pressed Toro. Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Matt Is A Younger Guy with an Older Soul

October 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of The Smokin Tabacco Show podcast, Matt and Kevin talk about Hurricane Milton's now post storm and the damage that unfolded. Read more

Alec Bradley Launches Chunk Maduro

October 18, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley has released Chunk frontmarks for some of the brand’s most beloved cigars such as Magic Toast, Double Broadleaf, Gatekeeper, among others. Now, this squat cigar shape is getting its own full-time release with Chunk Maduro.  Read more

PCA Alliance Launched to Support Ongoing Advocacy Efforts across U.S.

October 17, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
The new PCA Alliance program is open to premium cigar and pipe-friendly businesses and consumers and is an avenue to support the industry’s advocacy through financial support and participation. Read more

United Honors Veterans with Special Edition United Toro

October 17, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
United Cigars honors our veterans with its yearly release of a Special Edition box of United Toro, aimed at expressing gratitude by sharing a cigar with our nation's veterans. Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Hurricane Milton and Vegas Implosions

October 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out the latest episode of The Smokin Tabacco Show podcast! Read more

Les Fine Lames Announces Aluminum and Obsidian Ash Trays

October 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
French accessory company Les Fine Lames announced a follow up to their concrete ash trays - raw aluminum and obsidian. Read more

Bentley Tobacco & Jonathan Carney Announce The AI Cigar Project

October 11, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
In a groundbreaking endeavor by Bentley Tobacco and Jonathan Carney of Bentley Tobacco | USA, The AI Cigar Project is set to revolutionize the world of premium cigars. Read more