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Alec Bradley and Starlight Bourbon Collaborate on Whiskey Release Pairing
January 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, the brands will release their second “Uncut Series” collaboration, this time pairing Alec Bradley Gatekeeper with Starlight Single Barrel Bourbon Finished in Vino de Naranja Casks. This is the third release of STG’s Uncut Series. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: The Cuban Cigar Show
January 2, 2024 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week with Matt away, Mitchell hosts a Cuban Cigar show with John McTavish a.k.a Cigar Surgeon. Read more
Cigar Review: Aganorsa Leaf Anniversario Connecticut Toro
January 1, 2024 By Mitchell Santaga
Aganorsa leaf adds a new offering to the successful Anniversario line with a Connecticut shade wrapper. Read more
Spare Notes Series #50: Trademark, Trademark, Trademark
December 26, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
On the last episode of the Spare Notes Series, Matt and Kevin talk a lot about trade mark issues and specifically about two separate issues that came up in the industry this past week. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: 2023 Year in Review
December 21, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
This week Matt and Mitchell host a Year in Review for 2023 before Matt's brief hiatus until January. Read more
Gurkha Sues Davidoff Over ‘Year of the Dragon’ Trademark Violation
December 20, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today Gurkha Cigar Group made a statement that it would be filing a lawsuit against Oettinger Davidoff over the use of the "Year of the Dragon" name. Read more
Dissident Cigars Donates Land To Support Nicaraguan Animal Rescue Center
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Dissident Cigars owner Cynn Coburn is pleased to announce that Dissident Cigars has donated land near San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, designated for the construction of Nicaragua’s first ever of its... Read more
Gurkha Cigar Group Now Shipping Year of the Dragon
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Gurkha Cigar Group International announces its Year of the Dragon is now shipping to retailers. The Year of the Dragon was announced at this year’s PCA Convention over the summer... Read more
Crystal Herbert Joins Don Doroteo Sales Team
December 20, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
Don Doroteo Cigarsannounces the addition ofCrystal Herbertto their sales team. Crystal will oversee Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C. Like many in the cigar industry Crystal... Read more
Cigar Review: Asylum Sensorium Asen 18
December 19, 2023 By Kevin Acuff
In May of 2023, Asylum Cigars introduced their Ultra-Premium offering, the Sensorium. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Oliver Nivaud Brings More Tricks Up His Sleeve
December 18, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Last week, Oliver Nivaud of United was back again to talk about another successful year and brings with him some teasers and updates from both United and Selected. Read more
Cigar Review: Crux Epicure Habano Toro
December 17, 2023 By Mitchell Santaga
Crux Cigars now introduces a brand-new wrapper offering to its well-established Epicure line, the Crux Epicure Habano. Read more
Oliver Nivaud Resumes Marketing Role at United Cigar
December 17, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Dan Davison is no longer the Director of Marketing for United Cigar. Read more
Not So Fast: Fuente y Padrón Legends Has Been Delayed Until 2024
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
After over a year of waiting and speculation, we recently got word that the Fuente y Padron Legends humidor release had been shipped. Now, sources tell us that it has been delayed. Read more
Quality Importers Unveils Electronic Humidor Supreme Humidors
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers has unveiled the Humidor Supreme Electronic Humidors, offered in two spacious sizes. Read more
Serafin de Cuba Accuses Fratello Cigars of Trademark Infringement – Omar de Frias Comments Back
December 15, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Today, we received a statement from Arnold Serafin of Serafin de Cuba Cigars stating that he would be filing a lawsuit against Fratello Cigars over what he claims is a trademark infringement on his brand "La Floridana" Read more
C.L.E. Asylum 867 Now Shipping
December 15, 2023 By Nicole Tabacco
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Asylum867 is now shipping. Asylum, recognized for its bold and edgy cigars, pushes the boundaries once again. The new variable for this blend is... Read more
Hiram & Solomon Announces Heart & Soul
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Hiram & Solomon, a brand revered for its dedication to tradition and charitable contributions, is proud to announce the launch of the "Heart & Soul" cigar. Read more
Drew Estate Announces 2023 Liga Privada Pancetta Has Begun Shipping
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Drew Estate announced today the 2023 release of the limited-edition Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta. Read more
Casa 1910 Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement with La Casa del Tabaco in Spain
December 13, 2023 By Matthew Tabacco
Casa 1910 announced its exclusive partnership with La Casa del Tabaco for the distribution of its products in Spain. Read more