Cigar 101 – The Science of Tasting

I would like to take some time to talk about cigar tasting, something I hear a lot about especially when I pen a review and some of my readers comment about the flavors and aromas I pick up. I have been smoking cigars for 43 years. Over those many decades I had my share of Read more about Cigar 101 – The Science of Tasting[…]

Cigar News: Protocol Cigars Brings “The Law” to Oklahoma City

If you live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma then the Law is coming to you. More directly, The Law is coming right to Omertà Cigar Company in Oklahoma City. Protocol Cigars has announced their second shop exclusive cigar for 2021. The name on this offering is called The Law. Like every shop exclusive cigar Protocol tries Read more about Cigar News: Protocol Cigars Brings “The Law” to Oklahoma City[…]

J.C. Newman

Taking It To The Nub – Season 2 Episode 11 – Bobby Newman – J.C. Newman Cigars

In this episode, Boston Jimmie from Stogie Press sits down with Bobby Newman, Owner of J.C. Newman Cigars, to talk about what new with the oldest cigar factory in the US. We touch on the history and growth of the company over the last 125 years and delve into the renovation of the factory. Bobby Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 2 Episode 11 – Bobby Newman – J.C. Newman Cigars[…]

Cigar News: PCA Announces Manufacturer Support and Presence at PCA 2021 Trade Show

In a joint statement, the following cigar manufacturers have declared their full support and planned attendance at this year’s Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in Las Vegas, NV being held July 9-14. Abdel Fernandez – A.J. Fernandez Cigars Alan Rubin – Alec Bradley Cigars. Bobby Newman – J. C. Newman Cigar Co. Carlos “Carlito” Read more about Cigar News: PCA Announces Manufacturer Support and Presence at PCA 2021 Trade Show[…]

Cigar News: Omar de Frias Announces Fratello Beer

Omar de Frias announce today, one more shot at beer as he has partnered with Adroit Theory Brewery in Purcerville, VA to create three new styles of beer. Omar states: “This is a project that has been in the works for quite some time. Following the success of our smaller projects Terminal Descent back in Read more about Cigar News: Omar de Frias Announces Fratello Beer[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Shipping Four Kicks Capa Especial Águilas LE 2021 Next Month

Crowned Heads is kicking it up in 2021, with the announcement of another Four Kicks Capa Especial. This time it is a 5 1/2 x 50 figurado. This adds to the Crowned Heads Shipping Four Kicks Capa Especial that they released last year which was one of the possible blends slated for the original Four Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Shipping Four Kicks Capa Especial Águilas LE 2021 Next Month[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Inks Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Media RuedaTM for Belgium and Luxembourg

Starting today Crowned Heads cigars will be available in Belgium and Luxembourg through Media RuedaTM bv. In the announcement, Jon Huber, partner and co-founder at Crowned Heads noted: “It’s been a privilege to watch the spark of an idea ignite and come to fruition in the formation of Media Rueda, and we are excited and Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Inks Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Media RuedaTM for Belgium and Luxembourg[…]

Cigar Lounge: Continental Cigar Club – Los Angeles California

I recently had the pleasure of visiting a beautiful new cigar lounge in the Los Angeles, California area known as the Continental Cigar Club. The lounge is the brainchild of TABAC Trading Company CEO, Patrick Potter and minority business partner Adam Duffy. Opened in the middle of the 2020 pandemic, the Continental Cigar Club boasts Read more about Cigar Lounge: Continental Cigar Club – Los Angeles California[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley to Present Limited Edition Magic Toast Box Pressed Gran Toro at Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in July

Alec Bradley Cigar Company announced today that they will be presenting the Magic Toast Box Pressed Gran Toro as an exclusive for retail attendees of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show at the Sands Convention Center, Las Vegas, July 9-13, 2021. Not only are the Magic Toast Box Pressed Gran Toro cigars exclusive to Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley to Present Limited Edition Magic Toast Box Pressed Gran Toro at Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in July[…]

Premium Cigars and Weed Re-open Las Vegas at TPE2021

It has been over a year since Las Vegas has hosted a trade show, and what better way to re-open the city than with two adult industries – Premium Cigars and Hemp derived products. That is what the Tobacco Plus Expo (TPE) is all about. Under the banner of Tobacco Media Group (TMG) owned by Read more about Premium Cigars and Weed Re-open Las Vegas at TPE2021[…]

Cigar News: Drew Estate Announces the Return of “Pope of Greenwich Village” for Smoke Inn

Drew Estate and Smoke Inn are once again teaming up to release “Pope of Greenwich Village,” for the Smoke Inn Micro Blend Series of cigars. Smoke Inn’s Micro Blend Series is a collection of rare, small batch cigars that Smoke Inn’s owner, Abe Dababneh, creates in collaboration with some of the premium cigar industry’s top Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate Announces the Return of “Pope of Greenwich Village” for Smoke Inn[…]

Cigar News: ACE PRIME MAKES “THE DREAMER” REGULAR PRODUCTION TO MEET DEMAND

According to Luciano Meirelles, Owner and Co-Founder of Ace Prime | Tabacalera Pichardo: “Luciano The Dreamer is a Lancero that was released as a limited edition for no other reason, but because there has always been this stigma that Lanceros do not sell as much as other Vitolas. The success of this lancero proved the Read more about Cigar News: ACE PRIME MAKES “THE DREAMER” REGULAR PRODUCTION TO MEET DEMAND[…]

Breaking Cigar News: Jessi Flores Departs Mombacho Cigars After Short Stint

Stogie Press has learned this weekend, that Jessi Flores, who recently was hired on as Creative Director for Mombacho Cigars, has abruptly stepped down from his new position. Jessi cited differences in the vision of what his role would be. Mombacho and Jessi agreed it would be best to split on congenial terms. Jessi told me, Read more about Breaking Cigar News: Jessi Flores Departs Mombacho Cigars After Short Stint[…]

Cigar News: Sinistro Cigars Debuted the El Burro at TPE 2021

With over 3 decades of experience, Sinistro Cigars has traveled to the world’s most renowned cigar producing regions in search for the perfect smoke. The attention to detail & quality can be seen & tasted in every stick. Each cigar is hand-rolled by master cigar rollers under the strict supervision of a cigar aficionado.​ Born Read more about Cigar News: Sinistro Cigars Debuted the El Burro at TPE 2021[…]