Cigar Lifestyle: Cigars Unite People From All Walks Of Life – By Mike Holmes

Posted on July 13, 2019July 13, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Everyone is different. We all have different skin tones, come from different backgrounds, have different political views etc… Yes at times we tend to disagree, but disagreement does not equal hate. Sure there are people who are very extreme and might take it there, but I personally advocate for listening to differing opinions and letting Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: Cigars Unite People From All Walks Of Life – By Mike Holmes[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: A Cigar Chat with Lars Tetens – A Renaissance Man

Posted on July 11, 2019July 11, 2019 by bostonjimmie

It was the first night of the 2019 IPCPR/PCA Tradeshow in Las Vegas, NV and my Stogie Press associates Steve and Gary joined me at the Alec Bradely/Lars Tetens media party. Of course we just came from the opening party at the Sands Convention Center and I was dressed in black tie and a white Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: A Cigar Chat with Lars Tetens – A Renaissance Man[…]

Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc Broadleaf Dobles – Rated 93

Posted on July 10, 2019July 10, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Back in February, Riste (Buc) Riatevski provided a glimpse into his latest creation; the Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc cigar. The cigar was initially being released in a broadleaf blend but he noted there would be a Connecticut version, possibly available at the PCA Trade Show in July. Riste was kind enough to send me some samples Read more about Cigar Review: Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc Broadleaf Dobles – Rated 93[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: Stogie Press Presents Mike Bellody the 2018 Boutique Cigar of the Year Award

Posted on July 9, 2019July 9, 2019 by bostonjimmie

As announced on January 1st of this year, Stogie Press selected the MLB Cigar Ventures – David P. Ehrlich PLM Series as the #1 Boutique Cigar for 2018. As we do each each year, we presented the award at the following year’s IPCPR Trade Show in Las Vegas, NV and Mike’s smile tells it all! Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: Stogie Press Presents Mike Bellody the 2018 Boutique Cigar of the Year Award[…]

IPCPR/PCA News – Steve Saka and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust

Posted on July 8, 2019July 8, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Every year at the annual Premium Cigar Association trade show, there is plenty to see and talk about. As in previous years, it was my pleasure to sit with Steve Saka, owner of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust (DTT), as we caught up on the past year and looked to the future. This year, DTT had Read more about IPCPR/PCA News – Steve Saka and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: MBombay Cigars

Posted on July 7, 2019July 8, 2019 by bostonjimmie

At this years Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, formerly known as the IPCPR, Mel Shah of MBombay showcased two new introductions: M.Esteli MQBA MAYURA The M.Esteli The M.Esteli features a a bold and flavorful blend of aged tobaccos including a Habano 2000 leaf grown on the company’s farm in Ventana, Ecuador. This is the Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: MBombay Cigars[…]

Cigar 101: How to Properly Set-up and Maintain Your Humidor – By Mike Holmes

Posted on July 7, 2019July 7, 2019 by bostonjimmie

So you have just purchased your first humidor to protect your investment of cigars. Congratulations on entering the world of cigars! Now you might be wondering to yourself, “How do I set up my humidor?” I am glad that you asked that question because I am now going to answer it for you. The Initial Read more about Cigar 101: How to Properly Set-up and Maintain Your Humidor – By Mike Holmes[…]

IPCPR News: Bugatti Group Cigars and Innovative Lighters

Posted on July 3, 2019July 3, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Every year when I return from the International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers (IPCPR), now known as the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), Trade Show, fellow cigar enthusiasts ask me what’s new? Today I am here to report on something unique and innovative from this high end cigar and accessory company. While most of the show Read more about IPCPR News: Bugatti Group Cigars and Innovative Lighters[…]

Cigar News:FDG Cigars Explains Reasons for Opting out 2019 IPCPR

Posted on June 28, 2019June 28, 2019 by bostonjimmie

In a heartfelt yet business minded letter to the premium cigar industry, Yadi Gonzalez-Vargas, President of Flor de González Cigars, explained her company’s reasons for opting out of this years IPCPR Association Trade Show, a show the 24 year old company had attended since 2003. Below is the full text of her letter: IPCPR 2019June Read more about Cigar News:FDG Cigars Explains Reasons for Opting out 2019 IPCPR[…]

Editorial: These Young Cigar Brands Have Perseverance

Posted on June 26, 2019June 27, 2019 by bostonjimmie

The other night, I posted a short text on my social media channels noting that there were quite a few, young cigar brands, that have shown they have the perseverance to stay the course. They have navigated the murky waters of this business we all love so much, even with bigger brands and the FDA Read more about Editorial: These Young Cigar Brands Have Perseverance[…]

Cigar News: Paul Rosenberg + Drew Estate = Undercrown ShadyXX

Posted on June 26, 2019June 26, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Drew Estate has announced the national release of the Undercrown ShadyXX in collaboration with Shady Records for their 20th Anniversary. The Undercrown ShadyXX will be displayed in Drew Estate’s Booth at the IPCPR Convention and Tradeshow, held June 29-July 2, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Originally released in only 10 Detroit area retailers in 2014, Read more about Cigar News: Paul Rosenberg + Drew Estate = Undercrown ShadyXX[…]

Cigar News: Southern Draw Cigars Updates Package Design

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Southern Draw Cigars has been growing like wildfire over the last five years and as a result the company has stacks of used cigar boxes on its warehouse shelves, has noticed empty boxes piled in the corners of its valued retail partners, and even in the garages of its most supportive customers. The growth has also attracted some unwanted attention and the company opted to address it with an updated Read more about Cigar News: Southern Draw Cigars Updates Package Design[…]

Cigar News: Fratello Cigars Announces The Texan – Exclusive to Texas Retailers

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Omar de Frias and Fratello Cigars announced today, the special launch of The Texan. This blend will be sold exclusively to retailers in Texas and will be part of a series of state releases by Fratello. The Texan has a blend that is described as: Wrapper – HVA Ecuador Binder – Sumatra Filler Read more about Cigar News: Fratello Cigars Announces The Texan – Exclusive to Texas Retailers[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Announces the Availability of the Menelik

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by bostonjimmie

For the first time, Foundation Cigar Company is making its most exclusive cigar, the Menelik, available for sale in a limited production run. Foundation fans will recognize the Menelik from events held in the past couple years, where this unique cigar was only offered personally by Foundation’s owner Nicholas Melillo. Those who managed to get Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Announces the Availability of the Menelik[…]