Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Begins Shipping AKSUM formerly METAPA

Foundation Cigar Company, a trailblazer in the premium cigar industry, proudly presents AKSUM, a brand inspired by the resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. Formerly known as METAPA, this rebranded line continues to deliver the same exceptional blend that has captivated cigar enthusiasts.  Named after the ancient city of AKSUM, a place steeped in Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Begins Shipping AKSUM formerly METAPA[…]

Cigar News: Founders Cigar Company Welcomes Danica Baird

Founders Cigar Company (Founders) proudly welcomes Danica Baird to the Founders Family, joining the team as of November 1, 2023. Danica is serving as an independent broker for the Heartland region, covering Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Hailing from Kansas City, Kansas, Danica brings a wealth of experience, having retired as a Sergeant Read more about Cigar News: Founders Cigar Company Welcomes Danica Baird[…]

Cigar Review: Foundation Cigars Metapa Maduro Robusto – Rated 93

Earlier this year, Foundation Cigars, headed up by industry veteran Nick Melillo announced a new line of cigars inspired by the birth town of Rubén Darío, a legendary Nicaraguan poet. Dario was the inspiration for the brand to pay homage to Nicaragua’s rich cultural heritage and the artistry behind its world-class cigars. The name Metapa Read more about Cigar Review: Foundation Cigars Metapa Maduro Robusto – Rated 93[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Begins Shipping It’s New Line Metapa to Cigar Shops Nationwide

Foundation Cigar Company, renowned for its commitment to quality and tradition, begins shipping its new line, Metapa, to cigar shops throughout the USA.   Inspired by the birth town of Rubén Darío, a legendary Nicaraguan poet, Metapa pays homage to Nicaragua’s rich cultural heritage and the artistry behind its world-class cigars.  Nicholas Melillo, founder and Master Blender of Foundation Cigar Company notes: Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Begins Shipping It’s New Line Metapa to Cigar Shops Nationwide[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Announces the Tabernacle Knight Commander

Foundation Cigar Company, a distinguished name in the cigar industry, has announced its latest masterpiece, The Tabernacle Knight Commander, 6 x 3/4 x 52 Perfecto with a Connecticut  Broadleaf Wrapper. Crafted with unparalleled expertise and utilizing the finest premium  tobacco, this exceptional cigar pays homage to the rich Ethiopian heritage and embodies the  spirit of philanthropy.  Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Announces the Tabernacle Knight Commander[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Introduces Metapa, A Homage to Nicaragua’s Rubén Darío

Foundation Cigar Company, renowned for its commitment to quality and tradition, proudly announces the launch of its newest brand, METAPA. Inspired by the birth town of Rubén Darío, a legendary Nicaraguan poet, Metapa pays homage to Nicaragua’s rich cultural heritage and the artistry behind its world-class cigars. Nicholas Melillo, founder and Master Blender of Foundation Cigar Company stated: “Metapa Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Introduces Metapa, A Homage to Nicaragua’s Rubén Darío[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Establishes New Office in Connecticut River Valley

Foundation Cigar Company, an esteemed producer of premium cigars, is delighted to announce the opening of its new office situated in the heart of the Connecticut River Valley tobacco-growing region. The new office is located on the sprawling 300-acre farm owned by Dunn & Foster in Ellington, Connecticut. This strategic move reinforces Foundation Cigar Company’s Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Establishes New Office in Connecticut River Valley[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Expands in Britain

Fifteen Seventy-Three, Britain’s newest and finest cigar importers, are excited to announce an exclusive partnership with Nicholas Melillo’s Foundation Cigar Company. From Foundation’s lines, 1573 Cigars will be importing the award-winning El Güegüense, The Wiseman, The Tabernacle, Highclere Castle, and Charter Oak Broadleaf. Foundation Cigars, founded in 2015 by industry veteran Nicholas Melillo, has quickly gained Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Expands in Britain[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars To Showcase the Olmec at 2022 PCA in Las Vegas, NV

The Olmecs are the early Americas’ most mysterious and ancient civilizations.  The Olmecs pre-date the Mayans and Aztecs and are considered the “mother culture” of Mesoamerica.  They are the first to create mathematically precise pyramids, calendars, and, as far as we know, the first to smoke cigars.  The Heart Land of the Olmecs is the Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars To Showcase the Olmec at 2022 PCA in Las Vegas, NV[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars & Highclere Castle Announce Highclere Castle Senetjer

Foundation Cigars has announced their latest collaboration with Highclere Castle – the Highclere Castle Senetjer. The company crafted this rare blend to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamun by the 5th Earl of Carnarvon of Highclere Castle and famed archaeologist Howard Carter. The Highclere Castle Senetjer was aptly Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars & Highclere Castle Announce Highclere Castle Senetjer[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Introduces Menelik 6 x 52 Toro

The Menelik, since its heralded release as an event-only cigar in 2016, has been an elusive brand within the Foundation Cigars portfolio. Nicholas Melillo, owner and master blender stated: “I wanted to create a unique blend in limited quantities for those tobacconists that support all of our brands. It started as an event-only blend and has now become Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Introduces Menelik 6 x 52 Toro[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Announces Macho Raton for PCA 2022

El Güegüense is a transcendent satirical drama that embodies several facets of the Nicaraguan experience. Nicholas Melillo, the owner of Foundation Cigars, wanted to pay tribute to the country through this cigar’s name & blend. The brand’s legacy continues with Macho Raton for El Güegüense Corojo & The Wise Man Maduro. There are many characters Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Announces Macho Raton for PCA 2022[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Announces David and Goliath in Tabernacle CT Havana Seed #142

Last year, Foundation Cigar Company premiered the Perfecto extensions to its highly successful Tabernacle Broadleaf in both the David (5 x 54) and Goliath (5 x 58). In fact the David was selected as the Stogie Press #1 cigar in 2020 for the Medium Size Company Category and rated an amazing 97. Now, Nick Melillo, Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Announces David and Goliath in Tabernacle CT Havana Seed #142[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 2 – Episode 23 – Nick Melillo – Foundation Cigars

In this interview, Boston Jimmie from Stogie Press sits down with Nick Melillo – Owner of Foundation Cigars. Nick is one of the most knowledgeable cigar men in the industry and we talk through his history in the business and discuss the Stogie Press 2020 Medium Company Cigar of the Year “The David”. This video Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 2 – Episode 23 – Nick Melillo – Foundation Cigars[…]