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Perdomo to Release Two Guys Smoke Shop 40th Anniversary Exclusive
August 4, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
In celebration of Two Guys Smoke Shop’s 40th Anniversary, industry legends Nick Perdomo of Perdomo Cigars and David Garofalo, owner of Two Guys Smoke Shop, have teamed up to create a truly special cigar: the Perdomo Two Guys 40th Anniversary Limited Edition. Read more
Raíces Cubanas Adds Distribution in Switzerland
August 3, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Raíces Cubanas keeps growing internationally. The company announces it has partnered with The Royal Cigar Company AG, who will distribute the Raíces brand throughout Switzerland. Read more
Casa Carrillo Cigars Announces Encore Black Bulwarks Begins Shipping This Week
August 3, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa Carrillo Cigars announced this week the release of the Encore Black Bulwarks, shipping to select retailers this week. Read more
Lure Cigars Announces “The Bluefish” to Honor A Police Officer’s Three Decades of Service and to Support the Fight to Defeat ALS
August 3, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Lure Cigars announced this week the release of “The Bluefish” – In honor of Lieutenant Chris Watson’s 31 years of dedicated service in law enforcement, and raise awareness and funds to support the fight to defeat ALS. Read more
Spare Notes Series #76: Should You Tip at a Cigar Lounge? – Nicole Joins Us!
August 3, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Pat, Nicole and Coop discuss whether or not you should tip in cigar lounges and shops. Read more
A Note From The Editor – Thank You
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
There are somethings I wanted to mention and talk about after a bit of a hiatus. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Jose Blanco Is Getting Too Old….Or is He?
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Pat welcome Jose Blanco, the "The Professor" on to the show to talk about Arturo Fuente's newest releases. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Diamond Crown Tampa!
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt smokes the new Diamond Crown Tampa by J.C. Newman, which uses leaves grown in Florida at the Florida Sun Grown farm. Read more
Spare Notes Series #75: Table Cloth Events?
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Pat and Coop talk about the infamous "table cloth events" that take place in stores across America and what is wrong with most of them. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Cigar Expectations of 2025
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Pat discuss their expectations for cigars this year based on what has been announced and what has been already released. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Jon Carney Celebrates America on the Fourth of July!
August 1, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Pat welcome Jon Carney of Bentley and Hooten Young to celebrate America on this Fourth of July week episode! Read more
Heinrich Villiger Passes Away At 95 Years Old
July 28, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Heinrich Villiger passed away peacefully on July 25th, 2025 at the age of 95, his family announced today. Read more
CAO Unveils Stokk Limited Edition
July 28, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO announced the release of Stokk, the latest addition to its Arcana series and the brand’s most experimental blend to date. Read more
Montecristo Celebrates 90 Years With Limited Edition Release
July 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Montecristo, one of the most iconic names in premium cigars, marks 90 years of excellence with the debut of the Montecristo 90th Anniversary, a limited-production cigar crafted by Rafael Nodal. Read more
Drew Estate Unveils Customer-Exclusive “ACID Long Legs” Cigar at Great Lakes Cigar Festival
July 15, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate is turning heads and raising eyebrows once again with the debut of ACID Long Legs — a sultry, sleek 7.5” x 43 customer-exclusive cigar crafted exclusively for Wild Bill’s Tobacco. Read more
Alec Bradley Introduces Chunk Shade
July 15, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Alec Bradley is introducing its newest cigar, Chunk Shade, the super-smooth sequel to the popular Chunk Maduro. Read more
Altadis U.S.A. Announces 7% Price Reduction Across Entire Omar Ortez Portfolio
July 14, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. has announced a 7% price reduction across the entire Omar Ortez portfolio, including the popular Omar Ortez Original, Maduro and Connecticut lines. Read more
Gellis Family Cigars Introduces ‘Piece Unique’ International Exclusive
July 10, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Gellis Family Cigars will be releasing an International Exclusive Piece Unique at the Dortmund trade show this year, it is the first time Gellis Family Cigars and Warped will be attending. Read more
Saint Luis Rey Tabacales Coming to Cigar Stores Nationwide in August
July 10, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. is introducing Saint Luis Rey Tabacales, the latest addition to the Saint Luis Rey portfolio made in the Dominican Republic. Read more
Altadis U.S.A. and Tommy Bahama Announce Trinidad x Tommy Bahama Island Collection
July 9, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. announced today an exciting new collaboration with the globally recognized lifestyle brand Tommy Bahama: the Trinidad x Tommy Bahama Island Collection, debuting this August. Read more