Cigar Industry News

Oliva – PCA 2023

August 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
For the last few years, we havent covered Oliva but not out of spite or any negative connotation. But this year we made sure we made contact with... Read more

Cigar Review: La Gloria Cubana Corojo De Oro Toro

August 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
General Cigar is no stranger to thinking outside the box when creating a new blend. The latest Limited-Edition cigar in the La Gloria Cubana line, the Corojo De... Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Joseph Gannascoli from The Sopranos!

August 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – You may know him from the hit HBO series The Sopranos as Vito Spatafore but what else does Joseph do with him time?... Read more
FDA Updates

Cigar Industry Wins: Judge Mehta Rules Against the FDA Regarding Premium Cigars

August 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, U.S. District Judge Amit P. Mehta ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to exempt premium cigars from tobacco regulations that the Agency put in place in 2016.... Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Toscano Pairing Night!

August 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – On this episode of The Smokin Tabacco Show, Michael Cappellini returns for another Toscano pairing where we enjoy the Garibaldi and the new... Read more

Felix Mesa Leaves Arturo Fuente’s Nicaraguan Operations

August 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Yesterday, Felix Mesa announced via Instagram that he would be leaving Arturo Fuente’s Nicaraguan operations and returning to his own brand of El Galan to focus his efforts... Read more

Industrial Cigar Co Announces Exclusive 10 Year Aged Atabey Misticos Release

August 9, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Earlier this year and at the 2023 PCA Trade Show and Convention in Las Vegas, Nelson Alfonso, owner of Selected Tobacco S.A. announced he would be releasing a... Read more

Tatuaje – PCA 2023

August 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Tatuaje once again came to PCA ready for some heat…and not just the heat of Las Vegas in July. Tatuaje has some celebrating to do on multiple fronts,... Read more

General Ships 2023 Weller by Cohiba

August 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
The third iteration of Weller by Cohiba is now debuting at retail shops across the US. Like previous Weller by Cohiba cigar releases, the limited-edition cigar blend is... Read more

El Septimo – PCA 2023

August 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Once again, El Septimo was back at the PCA show with what appeared to be the same booth setup they exhibited with last year. A large back way... Read more

Red Anchor Line Extensions Ship to Retailers

August 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
United Cigars proudly announces the highly anticipated release of its latest cigar line extensions, Red Anchor Captain and Gunner, are set to hit the shelves in late August.... Read more

Gurkha Ships Colección Especial Nicaragua Pirámide 2023 TAA Exclusive

August 8, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces its 2023 TAA Exclusive Cigar is now shipping to retailers. According to the TAA (Tobacconist Association of America), “The TAA Exclusive Series are... Read more

Manny Iriarte Enterprises – PCA 2023

August 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Carlito Fuente speaking at the booth during the unveiling of the Opus X Society cigar. The creative design mind behind many of Arturo Fuentes products is back at... Read more

Cavalier Geneve – PCA 2023

August 7, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Cavalier’s booth was one we tried to get into multiple times through the tradeshow, but consistently they were busy selling cigars, and doing lots of media coverage, which... Read more

Spare Notes Series #41: What Happened at PCA?

August 4, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by Drew Estate: On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Coop is back and we talk about the PCA show from Coop’s perspective as well as... Read more

Lampert Releases Rum in the US

August 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Lampert Cigars has added its twelve-year-old rum – Lampert Rum – to their U.S. portfolio. The rum is made in Panama and aged for 12 years in white... Read more

La Aurora Announces Distribution with Arango Cigar Co.

August 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
La Aurora, USAis proud to announce its new distribution partner,Arango Cigar Co.(Arango), one of the Largest Importer/Distributors of Premium Cigars, European Pipes, Pipe Tobacco and Smokers Accessories. Arango... Read more

Asylum 11 2023 Begins Shipping to Retailers

August 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Asylum 11 2023 is now shipping. Asylum 11 2023 was showcased last year at the 2022 PCA in Las Vegas. This marks... Read more

J.C. Newman Ships 2023 Release of Yagua

August 1, 2023 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 1,250 boxes of Yagua are being... Read more

Camacho Announces Broadleaf Line

July 29, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Camacho Cigars has announced a new line to its portfolio, Camacho Broadleaf. This is a bigger and bolder smoke, sure to satisfy thrill seekers and flavor enthusiasts. The... Read more