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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
La Flor Dominicana Announces Shipping of Reimagined Suave
September 5, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
La Flor Dominicana has announced that the reimagined Suave line, first unveiled at the 2025 PCA Trade Show in New Orleans, is now shipping to retailers nationwide. Read more
Night & Day Cigar Debuts at New England Cigar Expo 2025: A Bold Double-Wrapped Experience
September 5, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The New England Cigar Expo is proud to unveil it’s 2025 special limited edition for this year’s celebration: the Night & Day Limited Edition Cigar. Read more
TPE and Premium Cigar Association Partner to Elevate Industry Advocacy and Education at TPE26
September 5, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Total Product Expo has announced a dynamic partnership with the Premium Cigar Association for TPE26, aimed at strengthening the premium cigar industry through advocacy and education. Read more
Black Works Studio Announces Release of Tigersaurus
September 5, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Works Studio has announced the release of its latest project, Tigersaurus; hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. Read more
Casdagli Cigars to Launch Villa Casdagli Edición Limitada at InterTabac 2025
September 3, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casdagli Cigars has announced the global launch of the Villa Casdagli Edición Limitada, a new expression within its acclaimed Villa Casdagli Line. Read more
ADVentura Cigars Unveils Renegade Exclusive Queens Pearls Diadema for Renegade Cigars
September 2, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
ADVentura Cigars has a new Queens Pearls Diadema release — a limited exclusive for Renegade Cigars in Richardson, Texas. Read more
Artista Announces Several New Products
September 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Artista Cigars will have quite the line-up at InterTabac in Dortmund, Germany later this month. Read more
Casa Carrillo Unveils ‘Woman Inspired’ La Historia Silk
August 29, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Born from authentic conversations with women across the cigar industry—retailers, aficionados, and leaders—Silk captures the intersection of generational tradition, meticulous craftsmanship, and forward-thinking innovation. Read more
Hooten Young Announces the Hooten Young | Jack Carr Edition
August 29, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
A special edition cigar created in collaboration with bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Jack Carr, honoring the premiere of The Terminal List: Season 2 | Dark Wolf. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: How to Answer the “What is Your Favorite Cigar?” Question
August 25, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The guys host a casual conversation about a few topics including buying patterns and Matt explains how he answer the "favorite cigar" question. Read more
Spare Notes Series #77: Business Relationships Come and Go
August 23, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Pat and Coop discuss business relationships and how they all end eventually. Read more
LOFB Cigars Launches “Skinny Bastarda” – A Cigar by Women, for Women
August 23, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
At this year’s PCA Convention in New Orleans, LOFB Cigars, a mission-driven lifestyle company known for supporting men’s mental health, proudly unveiled its latest release: Skinny Bastarda—a premium cigar crafted by women, for women. Read more