Cigar Industry News

Chillin’ Moose Introduces “Shady Moose” Connecticut Shade Blend

February 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
March is going to charge in like a Moose. Chillin”Moose and its beefy sidekick Bull Moose will soon welcome a Connecticut “cousin” called Shady Moose, a new line of cigars... Read more

2022 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Person of the Year – Hector J Alfonso Sr. of Espinosa Cigars

February 1, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
There were many candidates, great, qualified, and popular candidates for this award. But it came down to a name that was repeatedly mentioned over and over again amongst the team.... Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Cigar Celebrations with Jon Carney

January 31, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – This week Jon Carney of LFD is back with us after a long hiatus. We spend most of the show reviewing the big... Read more

Santana Cigars Debuts with Santana San Andreas Blend

January 31, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Santana Cigars Co. makes its introduction with its premiere blend, the Santana San Andres. A lifetime in the making Santana Cigars will finally make its debut in January... Read more

Smokin Tabacco x Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Fundraiser to Begin in March

January 30, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Smokin Tabacco is proud to announce the third annual Smokin Tabacco Cigar Family Charitable Foundation fundraiser raffle. In their first two years, Smokin Tabacco has been able to... Read more

2022 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Best Show Guest – Steve Saka

January 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
What might come as no surprise whatsoever, Steve Saka, owner of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, is our 2022 Best Show Guest award winner. Now, I will say this was an... Read more

2022 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Company of the Year – United Cigars

January 28, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
In 2022, one smaller company emerged as one of the largest voices in the room. It was a company we couldn’t stop talking about all year, on almost every episode... Read more

Les Fines Lames Announces Two New Colors to Their Concrete Ashtrays

January 27, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Made in France with ultra-high-performance mortar, a designer material that allows playing with shapes, sensations and colors, the MONAD is a single cigar ashtray measuring 1.2-inches in height, 5.9 inches... Read more

Gurkha Announces Limited Price Increases for 2023

January 27, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Effective February 13, 2023, Gurkha Cigar Group International announces a price increase on a limited selection of products. After three years without a major price increase, Gurkha... Read more

All Saints Announces Price Increase – Will Begin Shipping New Sizes

January 27, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
First off, news out of All Saints today that they will be finally shipping six of their new cigars to retailers. These cigars were all shown at last... Read more

Espinosa Announces “Knuckle Sandwich 55” for Guy Fieri’s 55th Birthday

January 27, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Espinosa Premium Cigars is proud to announce the release of the limited Knuckle Sandwich “55” cigar. This cigar was made to commemorate Guy Fieri’s 55th birthday and was... Read more

Cigar Review: Brick House Bricktoberfest 2022

January 26, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
In 2017 J.C. Newman added a limited edition line to their iconic brand, Brick House, combining it with the world renowned celebration of Oktoberfest and naming it the Bricktoberfest. The... Read more

J.C. Newman Begins Shipping Vintage Ashtray

January 26, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Newman Cigar Co. has begun shipping its new Vintage Ashtray. Inspired by New York City’s legendary Stork Club, these new ceramic ashtrays are handcrafted, and hand painted. They... Read more

United Cigars Will Launch New Format and Blend at TPE 2023

January 26, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
United Cigars flagship line has gone from Box-Pressed to a Round vitola and they have sourced different aged Dominican tobaccos to enhance the profile. The United Cigars Natural... Read more

Spare Notes Series #30: Ratings, Lists, and Are Factory Tours Choreographed?

January 26, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by Drew Estate – On this episode, Mitchell joins Matt and Coop on the show to talk about a wide range of topics including pre-end of the... Read more

United Cigars Announces E.P. Carrillo Independance Day Firecracker!

January 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This June, United Cigars will release the E.P. Carrillo Pledge Firecracker. Since 2010, United Cigars has collaborated annually with fellow cigar makers to release a limited-edition Firecracker commemorating Independence Day.... Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: Mike Szczepankiewicz of Powstanie and Cigar Hustler Joins Us!

January 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – Mike Szczepankiewicz of Powstanie and Cigar Hustler joins us this week to talk about the brand and the balance of being a media... Read more

The Smokin Tabacco Show: TGS 2023 with Abe, Alex Tavella and Bradley Rubin!

January 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Brought to you by J.C. Newman – This very special episode is one we do every year. We welcome Abe Dababneh and Alex Tavella of Smoke Inn and Bradley Rubin... Read more

Casa de Montecristo Announces Exclusive with Oliva Serie V Melanio

January 25, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
A cigar with numerous accolades including the prestigious “Cigar of the Year” honors will soon be available in a special size on an exclusive basis. Beginning February 2nd,... Read more

Habanos S.A. Announces Cohiba Siglo de Oro for Year for the Rabbit

January 23, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On the commemoration of the arrival of the Year of the Rabbit, according to the Chinese lunar calendar, Habanos, S.A. unveiled its new Cohiba Siglo de Oro vitola... Read more