The name A.J. Fernandez is one that needs no introduction in the cigar industry. Abdel Fernandez has made his mark on both his own brand and that of many small and large brands across the industry. So when A.J. Fernandez comes out with a new line under his own name the industry stands and takes Read more about Cigar Review: A.J. Fernandez Días De Gloria Toro BP – Rated 92[…]
Stogie Press has learned, Drew Estate hired Mr. Ryan Gallimore, a.k.a. LRG, as the new Manager of Consumer Engagement. Personally, I have come to think of Ryan as another son, a young man I met in 2014, when I first walked into Don Yeyo Cigars in Dearborn MI on a cold winter day. Ryan and Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate Hires Ryan Gallimore as Manager of Consumer Engagement[…]
Alec Bradley Cigar Co. today announced that the Fine & Rare HOF / 506 is now shipping to tobacconists worldwide. According to Alec Bradley brand owner, Alan Rubin, the Fine & Rare HOF / 506 is the most important of the Fine & Rare releases since its inception. The reason being is that this year’s Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Now Shipping the Most Important Fine & Rare Release: HOF / 506[…]
Ventura Cigar Company will keep everyone rolling at Big Smoke 2019. Happening November 15 – November 17 at the Mirage in Las Vegas, Cigar Aficionado’s annual event is a popular draw for premium cigar enthusiasts. It offers attendees the opportunity to meet, greet, pose, and sample wares from top industry names. Ventura Cigar will be Read more about Cigar News: Ventura Cigar Company to Hold Big Smoke 2019 Rolling Event with Michael Giannini & Indiana Ortez[…]
The Tobacco Media Group (TMG) has announced, 14-time NBA All-Star Karl Malone will be the Keynote Speaker for the Tobacco Plus Expo 2020 (TPE 2020). Well-respected for his performance, talent, and many achievements on the court, including being the NBA’s 2nd all-time leading scorer, a 2-time Olympic Champion, and a 2-time NBA Most Valuable Player, Read more about Cigar News:Tobacco Media Group (TMG) Announces Karl Malone, Keynote Speaker of TPE 2020[…]
With the success of the Broadleaf Maduro and the Connecticut Shade Tyrannical, Jas Sum Kral has announced it’s time to unleash the JSK Ecuadorian Habano Tyrannical Buc. The JSK Tyrannical Buc Habano is an exclusive release that will only be available online at Cigar Federation Store, as well as 2 B&M locations—Ezra Zion Cigar Lounge Read more about Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral Unleashes JSK Ecuadorian Habano Tyrannical Buc[…]
Joya de Nicaragua proudly announces Joya Copper and extends an invitation to cigar lovers around the world to rediscover the modern essence of full-bodied tradition from the oldest cigar factory in Nicaragua. As the fifth member of the JOYA brand family along with Cabinetta, Red, Black and Silver, Joya Copper is a perfect complement that Read more about Cigar News: Joya de Nicaragua Announces the Joya Copper[…]
ACE Prime, a newly formed cigar distribution company launched at this years Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, introduced a number of new blends to the market. One of those was the M.X.S Dominique Wilkins named for the best “Dunker” in the NBA – the nine times All Star, Dominique Wilkins. The company notes the M.X.S Read more about Cigar Review: ACE Prime M.X.S. Dominique Wilkins – Rated 91[…]
Ventura Cigar Company has just announced the restructuring of its national sales organization in advance of new FDA regulations expected to hit the tobacco industry in the coming months. In a press release today, the company noted: “In a continually evolving environment, Ventura Cigar Company, through Kretek International remains a strong and profitable company and Read more about Cigar News: Ventura Cigar Company Announces Sales Organization Restructure[…]
Small Batch Cigar in collaboration with Casdagli Cigars has announced the launch of a limited edition cigar based on the highly rated Daughters of the Wind Line. The new blend is called “Pony Express”, a nod to fast shipping and fantastic service provided by Small Batch. The Pony Express will be officially launched on the Read more about Cigar News: Casdagli Cigars Announces Limited Edition Pony Express – Daughter of the Wind[…]
Drew Estate announced today, the limited release of the Herrera Esteli Norteño Edicion Limitada Churchill to Drew Diplomat retailers nationwide. Originally released in 2015, this limited edition is a favorite among cigar connoisseurs and retailers alike. The Herrera Esteli Norteño Edicion Limitada showcases extensively aged tobaccos from the Estelí and Jalapa growing regions of Nicaragua, Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate Announces the Limited Release of the Herrera Esteli Norteño Edicion Limitada[…]
At this years Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, Royal Agio Cigars showcased the latest rendition of their famed Balmoral Añejo XO brand. Known as the Balmoral Añejo XO Nicaragua it joins its brethren the Añejo XO (original), Añejo XO Connecticut and Añejo XO Oscuro. The company started shipping the Balmoral Añejo XO Nicaragua in Read more about Cigar Review: Balmoral Nicaragua Anejo XO Rothschild Mastivo – Rated 92[…]
Foundation Cigars announced they are introducing a new “event only” cigar pack called the Grasshopper. This decision was made in the wake of the much sought after Menelik being made available for sale. The Grasshopper is a 5 puros pack that includes two cigars with San Andres Mexican wrapper, two cigars with Candela wrapper, and Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Announces – Event Only Cigar Pack “The Grasshopper”[…]
Back in February of 2019, the Casa Cuevas warehouse in Miami was broken into at night and robbed of all the cigars stored there. The thieves broke through the outside cinder block wall with sledgehammers and made away with a huge haul. Many in the industry were shocked and some even feared the Casa Cuevas Read more about Cigar Review: Casa Cuevas Habano La Mandarria (The Sledgehammer) – Rated 94[…]