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Aganorsa Honors Arsenio Ramos with PCA Release
March 13, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Aganorsa Leaf announced today a new line of cigars—Aganorsa Leaf Arsenio—in memory of our Master Blender Arsenio Ramos who passed in 2018. Read more
DTT Umbagog Bronzeback Debuting at PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The 'Bronzeback' will be a 5 x 48 cigar with the standard Umbagog blend, however, it will include a "2LS" Connecticut Broadleaf capa. Read more
Kafie 1901 Cigars Set to Release 10th Anniversary Sampler at PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The 10th Anniversary Sampler encapsulates a decade in the industry for Dr. Kafie. The cigars are encased in a silver box that includes artwork depicting the history of Dr. Kafie's grandparents. The sampler pays homage to the Kafie family's rich legacy in Central America. All blends are hand crafted at La Aurora Cigars Factory. Read more
Joya de Nicaragua Brings Back Cabinetta Lancero as Limited Release for PCA 2024
March 12, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
This blend has milder binders and fillers complemented by the spicy kick of dual wrappers; a Ecuadorian Shade CT with a Nicaraguan H. Criollo cap. This unique combination ensures a creamy smoke with a spicy twist in the final third. Read more
JM Tobacco to Release Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
JM Tobacco announced this week they will be releasing Española Year of the Dragon at PCA 2024 in Las Vegas. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2024 PCA Pre-Game Show with Scott Pearce
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week Matt and Kevin welcomed Scott Pearce, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association to talk about the upcoming 2024 PCA Trade Show Read more
La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse Returns This Spring
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Ashton Distributors announced this week the La Aroma de Cuba Noblesse would be getting a rerelease with a new look and blend this Spring. Read more
El Septimo to Launch Culinary Art Collection for PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
El Septimo has announced the launch of its Culinary Art Collection for the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show later this month in Las Vegas. Read more
LH Adds Nicolas Line
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
LH Premium Cigars announces the launch of its latest addition to the Nick Line, the “Nicolas” It will be offered in two sizes. Read more
Colorado Legislative Committee Hears Bill Calling for Relief
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week, a member of the Colorado state senate sought tax relief for the state’s small business tobacconists and their customers. Although the measure came up a couple of votes short, the case was made as never before. Read more
Rock Patel Releasing Gold Label at PCA 2024
March 10, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Rocky Patel will be showcasing a new core line at PCA 2024 called Gold Label, a presumed follow up to its White Label line. Read more
Cavalier Adds ‘Petit N2’ Size to White Series, Black II, and BII Viso Jalapa Lines for PCA 2024
March 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The Petit N2 is a new core vitola for the White Series, Black II and BII Viso Jalapa lines. They are the second core offering in the Black II and BII Viso Jalapa that are not soft box-pressed cigars. Read more
Sans Pareil Cigars Adds ‘Green’ to Core Line
March 9, 2024 By Nicole Tabacco
The anticipated Green line will debut at the 2024 PCA Convention & Trade Show taking place March 23-25 in Las Vegas. This is the first expansion to Sans Pareil’s core line of cigars since its start in 2017. Read more
Cigar Review: Davidoff Limited Edition 2024 Year of The Dragon Double Corona
March 9, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Come read if we thought the new Davidoff 2024 Year of The Dragon was all smoke, or worth the fire. Read more
Spare Notes Series #53: ProCigar and PCA 2024
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt, Kevin, and Coop are back together and on this episode, Coop gives a recap all of the ProCigar Festival in the Dominican Republic. Read more
STG Creates One Global Commercial Organization and Promotes Régis Broersma to Chief Commercial Officer
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announces the merger of its three commercial divisions into a singular, global structure to enhance the company’s growth potential. Read more
Fratello Bringing Arlequin Connecticut to PCA
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Fratello Cigars announced this week the upcoming launch of its latest offering, the Fratello Arlequin Connecticut. Read more
CRA Meets With Director of CTP
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, Cigar Rights of America (CRA) met with Dr. Brian King, Director of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), to discuss key issues concerning the premium cigar industry, including CTP’s five-year strategic plan and pending proposed regulation to limit nicotine in tobacco products. Read more
Quesada to Debut Oktoberfest 2024 at PCA
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Quesada Cigars presents their Seasonal cigar Quesada Oktoberfest celebrating the 2024 edition. Debuting at PCA 2024 convention in Las Vegas this March. Read more
Altadis Bringing $150 Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante to PCA 2024
March 8, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. announced today the release of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante. Read more