Close the book, the 2019 Smoke Inn Great Smoke is officially complete and once again Abe Dababneh has put on a stupendous event. I have said it before and will say it again. The Great Smoke is, by far, the best cigar event in the state of Florida. Prior to the main event, there was Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: Smoke Inn Great Smoke 2019[…]
At the 2018 IPCPR, Francisco Almonte, owner of Dominican Big Leaguer (DBL) Cigars, showcased the third release of his limited edition Derrame Series cigar. Known as the Derrame III, it was displayed in a beautiful 49 count humidor that housed 40 box-pressed vitolas and 9 round vitolas. The humidor is as stunning as the cigars Read more about Cigar Review: DBL Cigars – Derame III – Rated 95[…]
Iconic Leaf Cigars – known to most of you as Recluse Cigars has been crafting and selling cigars since the 2012 IPCPR Show in Orlando, FL. At their inaugural appearance in Orlando, the company did something unique and showcased their opening act, the Recluse OTG to the public. That may not have been so special Read more about Cigar Review: Recluse Amadeus Los Cabos Toro – Rated 88[…]
Ever since its introduction in 2012, the Crowned Heads Mule Kick LE has been a sought after cigar by Crowned Heads fans and cigar enthusiasts nationwide. The company has been releasing variation of the LE over the years showcasing some of the best leaf money can buy. The original Mule Kick LE 2012, featured a Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2019[…]
Drew Estate has announced today, Subculture Studios Director Jessi Flores will be leaving the company to pursue new business ventures. Ever since Jonathan Drew discovered Jessi’s unique street art in Esteli, Nicaragua back in 1999, Mr. Flores has been a driving force of the company’s Subculture Studios. Jonathan Drew himself noted in a press release Read more about Cigar News: Jessi Flores to Leave Drew Estate to Pursue New Business Ventures[…]
At last years IPCPR, George Rica and his Gran Habano Cigar Company expanded their portfolio with the introduction of the Gran Habano Gran Reserva #5 2012. This was a natural addition to the Gran Reserva #5 line which previously used leaf from 2011. The new 2012 line refers to the year that the cigar was Read more about Cigar Review: Gran Habano Gran Reserva #5 2012 Gran Robusto – Rated 93[…]
As we continue moving through 2019, Riste (Buc) Riatevski has provided a deeper glimpse into the Jas Sum Kral Tyrannical Buc cigar. As we reported two weeks ago, we knew very little about this new blend. Today there is new info. This is like trying to see what the new Corvette looks like if you Read more about Cigar News: The Latest on the Tyrannical Buc[…]
It was a rough weekend for Casa Cuevas Cigars and its owner Luis Cuevas. It has been reported that the company’s Miami warehouse was broken into yesterday and the complete inventory of cigars were stolen. The burglary is currently under investigation by the Miami Dade Police Department. In a press release, Casa Cuevas owner, Luis Read more about Cigar News: Casa Cuevas Cigars Warehouse Robbed[…]
A few weeks ago I was contacted by Artesano Del Tobacco, a small boutique cigar brand based out of NYC. You may not have heard this name before, but they have a 25 year cigar history in the greatest city on earth. They started in the cigar business 25 years ago in New York as Read more about Cigar Review: Artesano Del Tobacco – Viva La Vida Pre-Release – Rated 94[…]
Micallef Cigars, LLC announced, through an Email blast to their fans, they are expanding 3 of their existing lines. The company plans a total of 6 new vitolas to be introduced across the Legacy lines of the Migdalia, Connecticut, and the Experiencia La Crema. The vitolas are in robusto, toro and gordo formats. The new Read more about Cigar News: Micallef Cigars to Expand the Legacy Line[…]
20 Years in the Making!! Has it been 20 years already. It was 1999 when a young Jonathan Drew first launched the ACID cigar line that has grown into one of the most successful cigar in the world. He left his hometown of Brooklyn, NY and moved to Esteli, Nicariagua living and sleeping in the Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate ACID 20th Anniversary starts at Tobacco Plus Expo – Las Vegas[…]
For all you pipe lovers out there, it was announced today that Kretek International, Inc., the United States’ largest importer, marketer, and distributor of specialty tobacco products has inked an exclusive distribution deal with legendary Gawith Hoggarth brands. According to today’s press release Kretek International notes: “Established in Kendal, England, in the mid-1800s, Gawith Hoggarth Read more about Cigar News: Kretek International, Inc. aligns with Gawith Hoggarth Pipe Tobacco Products[…]
Jas Sum Kral Cigars has announced today they have secured distribution of their Red Knight cigars in Germany. According the company’s press release: “After a long process of registration and pushed backed delivery dates, Riste Ristevski’s “boutique as f*ck” creation, Jas Sum Kral officially launches in Germany, the biggest European premium cigar market. “ Distribution Read more about Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral – “The King of Boutique Cigars” launched in Germany[…]
Joya de Nicaragua was the first cigar factory in Esteli, Nicaragua. It was founded 50 years ago and besides the production of their own line, it has been the “go-to” factory for numerous cigar brands to get quality cigars manufactured and to access select leaf. After 50 years of success, the company put on a Read more about Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Décadas El General – Rated 93[…]