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West Tampa Tobacco Company Ships Dark Time to Stores
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
West Tamp Tobacco Company announced the West Tampa Dark Time has shipped and is now available in the US and very shortly in international markets. Read more
Lure Cigars Releases 2025 “The Last Cast”
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
June is a particularly special month for Lure Cigars. It was Lou Cross Jr.’s birthday month, the celebration of Father’s Day, and the month he passed. Read more
Louisiana to Enact Fifty Cent Tax Cap on Premium Cigars
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
With the leadership of a few state tobacconists and distributors, the state of Louisiana has become the third southern state to enact a cigar tax cap, following Arkansas and North Carolina. Read more
Black Works Studio Announces Tooth and Bear Store Exclusive for Tooth & Bear Cigar Lounge
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Works Studio has announced the release of Tooth and Bear as a Tooth & Bear Cigar Lounge exclusive, handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. Read more
Casa Carrillo Releases Third Pledge of Allegiance Cigar for 2025
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa Carrillo announces the release of the third Annual Pledge of Allegiance cigar, a bold and patriotic limited edition that continues the brand’s celebrated tribute to American freedom. Read more
George Rico of Gran Habano Appointed to the PCA Board of Directors
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
The Premium Cigar Association is announcing the appointment of George Rico of Gran Habano to fill Bichler's position as an associate member on the PCA Board of Directors. Read more
Outcast Cigars Begins Shipping
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Representing a new voice in the premium cigar world, Outcast Cigars is now shipping to retailers. Read more
Tyler Jeffery Teams Up with Patina for Patina y Viso Horny Verdigris
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
This cigar marks the beginning of Patina y Viso Horny—a partnership rooted in friendship, curiosity, and a shared love for tobacco. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Law Ream of Zino!
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt welcomes Law Ream of Zino Nicaragua on the show for his first interview with us. Read more
Spare Notes Series #74: What We DON’T Like Right Now
June 21, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Pat and Coop talk about music, hockey and a few other interesting topics including what stuff they DON'T like right now. Read more
La Flor Dominicana Releases Oro in Full Boxes
June 17, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
In response to rising demand and the continued resonance of its ORO Line, La Flor Dominicana announces it is now available in sleek new twenty-count boxes. Read more
Cohiba Ships Latest Spectre Release
June 17, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Cohiba continues to redefine the cigar experience with the latest release of Spectre, an ultra-premium limited-edition offering that brings together rare tobaccos, expert craftsmanship and next-level packaging. Read more
Spare Notes Series #73: New and Exciting Releases So Far!
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Pat and Coop talk about the more exciting of the newest releases for 2025 so far and talk about some very early predictions. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Tariffs and Price Increases
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out the latest episode of the Smokin Tabacco Show with Matt and Pat discussing the fallout from the tariffs currently put in place. Read more
Spare Notes Series #72: 2025 Post-PCA Show
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series: the trio gets together to host their 2025 Post-PCA Trade Show episode to break down the industry's biggest event. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Eddy Guerra Joins LFD!
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out the latest episode of the Smokin Tabacco Show with guest Eddy Guerra of La Flor Dominicana. Read more
Hoyo de Monterrey Adds New Shade Line
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Hoyo de Monterrey is following up on the success of Rojo and Oscuro with a third offering in its revitalized core lineup. Read more
Hooten Young Announces Paladin Connecticut
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Hooten Young Cigars & Whiskey unveiled their latest creation - the Paladin Connecticut. The Paladin Series was first launched in 2022 as a tribute to the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. Read more
CAO Introduces Amazon Basin Daggers
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
CAO is expanding its most talked-about limited-edition series with the launch of Amazon Basin Daggers, a new cigar that brings the signature Amazon Basin blend to a compact 4 x 38 format. Read more
E.P. Carrillo Connecticut Ships to Retailers This Week
June 7, 2025 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa Carrillo has announced the latest addition to its acclaimed Essence Series, the E.P. Carrillo Connecticut, is now shipping to retailers nationwide. Read more