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The Smokin Tabacco Show: JM Celebrates 30 Years!
January 29, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Anto of JM Tobacco joins us where he reveals the company will celebrate its 30th Anniversary of its Espanola line later this year. Read more
The Smokin Tabacco Show: Kicking Off the New Year!
January 29, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
On this episode, Matt and Nicole kick off the new year and talk about what is to come with 2025 Awards and beyond. Read more
2025 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Best Packaging
January 28, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our 2025 Smokin Tabacco Best Packaging Award. Read more
Davidoff Announces Ownership Change
January 28, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Oettinger Davidoff, leading global producer of handmade premium cigars announces a change in their ownership structure. Read more
Anna Ayupova and Ibis Luis Launch Pangea Cigars
January 28, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Pangea Cigars announced yesterday the official introduction of the company, marking the debut of a new premium cigar house built on intention, discipline, and refined craftsmanship. Read more
JR Cigar Announces Second JR Revival Series Cigar
January 26, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
JR Cigar is set to release the 2nd iteration of their highly rated JR Revival series. Read more
Quality Importers Announces Year of the Horse Collection
January 24, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced yesterday the launch of its exclusive, limited-edition Year of the Horse Collection. Read more
2025 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Factory of the Year
January 21, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our 2025 Smokin Tabacco Factory of the Year Award. Read more
2025 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Accessory of the Year
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our 2025 Smokin Tabacco Accessory of the Year Award! Read more
The Smoking Frenchies Open New Headquarters and Lounge in Sweetwater, Florida
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
The Smoking Frenchies, LLC has officially relocated to a new headquarters featuring a refined private lounge integrated within its daily operational space. Read more
Quality Importers Announces Palio Quad Tabletop Cutter
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Quality Importers Trading Company announced today the release of the Palió Quad Tabletop Cutter, the latest innovation in the renowned Palió line of precision cigar accessories. Read more
Black Works Studio Announces Hawaii Hornet for R. Field Wine Co.
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Black Works Studio announced today the release of Hawaii Hornet as an R. Field Wine Co. exclusive; hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. Read more
Bandolero Firecracker Returns for 2026
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
The 2026 return of the Bandolero Firecracker is here, the limited-edition cigar that has become a benchmark in the Firecracker series and a symbol of celebration. Read more
Selected Tobacco Opens Spain’s First Premium Cigar Factory in Fifty Years
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Selected Tobacco announced over the weekend the opening of its new 3,000-square-meter facility in Madrid, marking the return of premium cigar production to Spain for the first time in over half a century. Read more
United Cigars Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary with Independence Firecracker
January 20, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Over the weekend, United Cigars in Hudson, New Hampshire announced it will celebrate America's 250th Birthday with the Independence Firecracker. Read more
2025 Smokin Tabacco Awards: Person of the Year
January 17, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Check out our 2025 Person of the Year! Read more
JM Tobacco, Inc. Unveils JM’s Aniversario 25 at TPE 2026
January 16, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
JM Tobacco, Inc. announced today the debut of JM’s Aniversario 25 at TPE 2026, marking a major milestone: 25 years of JM’s Cigars and the enduring legacy of founder John Mahroukian. Read more
Romeo y Julieta Announces Reserva Real Nicaragua Profundo
January 16, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Altadis U.S.A. announced the next evolution of one of its most iconic and best-selling cigar lines — Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Profundo. Read more
Davidoff to Release Eleven Exclusive Edition Cigars in 2026
January 15, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
In addition, Davidoff introduces three elegant formats – Belicoso, Perfecto and Gran Toro – with each edition presented in the one format that best highlights its custom-made blend, crafted from carefully aged and selected tobaccos from Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and the United States. Read more
Casa Carrillo Unveils Exclusive Three-Blend Collector’s Box
January 15, 2026 By Matthew Tabacco
Throughout the year, Casa Carrillo will award collector’s box prizes through a series of social media contests and sweepstakes, with winners selected at random from eligible participants. Read more