Author: bostonjimmie

Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Unveils New Packaging for Diamond Crown Classic at the Las Vegas Big Smoke

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J.C. Newman Cigar Co. unveiled new luxurious packaging for its Diamond Crown Classic brand of super premium cigars at Cigar Aficionado’s Big Smoke Las Vegas last weekend. Accompanying the new packaging is a new size. Diamond Crown Classic Belicoso No. 9 was released as the exclusive cigar at the Big Smoke All-Access Party on Friday Read more about Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Unveils New Packaging for Diamond Crown Classic at the Las Vegas Big Smoke[…]

Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group Repackages the Heritage Cigar

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Gurkha Cigar Group Inc has announced a facelift for a staple brand in the collection: Gurkha Heritage. Shipping now to a retailer near you, the Gurkha Heritage and Heritage Maduro will look a bit slimmer.  Gurkha Cigar Group has decided to move the traditional 25 count cabinet selection box to a slimmer, 15 count moving Read more about Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group Repackages the Heritage Cigar[…]

Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group Announces New Releases Showcased at the TAA Trade Show

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Gurkha Cigar Group, Inc showcased a few new releases at the 2024 TAA Trade Show and Convention in Aruba last week. This year Gurkha is proud to present the Gurkha V by Oscar Valladares in the limited release exclusively to the TAA retail members.  Limited to 1000 boxes, the Gurkha V by Oscar Valladares is Read more about Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group Announces New Releases Showcased at the TAA Trade Show[…]

Cigar News: Partagas Launches Festive Holiday 4-Pack

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Partagas is releasing a limited-edition holiday pack with 90+ rated cigars just in time for the gift-giving season. Outfitted in festive red and green, the 4 pack includes Partagas Cortado and the new Partagas Valle Verde in a humidity-sealed pouch, making it perfect for restocking your favorite Partagas cigars or stuffing in a stocking as Read more about Cigar News: Partagas Launches Festive Holiday 4-Pack[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – ADVentura Cigars

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In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with ADVentura Cigars Co-Founders – Henderson Ventura and Marcel Knobel. This premium cigar company is the joining of a master blender and cigar maker with a sommelier and seasoned marketing expert. Together they cover the world and invite all cigar enthusiasts to Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – ADVentura Cigars[…]

Cigar Lifestyle – Taking a Monster Journey with Tatuaje Cigars

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Earlier this month, I accepted a challenge from a great Brother of the Leaf – Kevin (Commish) Parow. Kevin said I should run a series of cigar reviews on this year’s Tatuaje 2024 Monster Smash Collection. I accepted the challenge and throughout the month I did just that. Starting with the Frank and ending with Read more about Cigar Lifestyle – Taking a Monster Journey with Tatuaje Cigars[…]

Cigar News: E.P. Carrillo Unveils a Limited 15 Year Anniversary Cigar

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E.P. Carrillo has proudly announced the release of its 15 Year Anniversary Cigar, a cigar crafted to celebrate the brand’s remarkable journey since its inception. This 6 1/2 x 54 Gran Toro represents the expertise, dedication, and passion that have defined E.P. Carrillo over the last 15 years. Showcasing extra-aged tobaccos, this cigar stands as Read more about Cigar News: E.P. Carrillo Unveils a Limited 15 Year Anniversary Cigar[…]

Cigar News: The PCA and The Cigar Academy Announce New Education-Focused Partnership

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The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and The Cigar Academy have announced a strategic partnership to offer comprehensive educational programs and certifications for cigar industry professionals and enthusiasts. This collaboration gives PCA members a new way to learn about the cigar industry and its processes through online modules and in-person workshops. The Cigar Academy’s educational program Read more about Cigar News: The PCA and The Cigar Academy Announce New Education-Focused Partnership[…]

Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral Announces Transition to New Factory

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Jas Sum Kral (JSK), the boutique cigar brand renowned for its quality and craftsmanship, has made a significant strategic shift by parting ways with its longtime manufacturing partner, Tabacalera Aragon S.A., based in Estelí, Nicaragua. This transition follows a dedicated six-month effort by founder Riste Ristevski to reblend and fine-tune JSK’s cigars, ensuring a seamless Read more about Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral Announces Transition to New Factory[…]

Cigar News: Diesel Cigars Announces Tempest TAA Exclusive

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Diesel is continuing its tradition of fan-inspired cigars with Diesel Tempest, a TAA exclusive. To produce a full-bodied and complex cigar, Diesel teamed up with AJ Fernandez to craft Tempest. Diesel brand manager Justin Andrews stated: “The Diesel story continues to be written, not by us, but by the Diesel retailers and the fans of Read more about Cigar News: Diesel Cigars Announces Tempest TAA Exclusive[…]

Cigar Lifestyle: Celebrating The Launch of the OpusX Society Cigar at Tabacon Cigar Lounge

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Manny Iriarte Enterprises launched the Fuente The OpusX Society Cigar with a marvelous event at the exclusive Tabacon Cigar Lounge in Miami, Florida this past Saturday, October 19, 2024. The Fuente OpusX Society, led by Manny Iriarte, is a project that began five years ago, and officially launched its highly anticipated cigar in spectacular fashion. Read more about Cigar Lifestyle: Celebrating The Launch of the OpusX Society Cigar at Tabacon Cigar Lounge[…]

Cigar News: Plasencia Cigars Announces the TAA Exclusive Cosecha 151 Salomon

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Plasencia Cigars, a world-leading premium tobacco grower established in 1865, has announced that the Cosecha 151 in a 6 X 54 Salomon size will make its debut at the 2024 TAA (Tobacconists’ Association of America). The Cosecha 151 which is a Honduran puro was honored by receiving “The Best of the Best of 2024” accolade Read more about Cigar News: Plasencia Cigars Announces the TAA Exclusive Cosecha 151 Salomon[…]

Cigar News: Smoke Inn Partners with Micallef Cigars for the Exclusive Micallef Black Soft Box-Pressed Toro

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Micallef Cigars has announced the release of the Smoke Inn Exclusive Micallef Black Soft Box-Pressed Toro. This (6.5 x 54) toro vitola is crafted at Micallef’s factory in Estelí, Nicaragua and elevates the rich, full-bodied blend that has captivated aficionados since its debut in 2023. The Micallef Black blend features: The result of this blend Read more about Cigar News: Smoke Inn Partners with Micallef Cigars for the Exclusive Micallef Black Soft Box-Pressed Toro[…]

Cigar Review: Lure Cigars Co. LLC Announces the Next Drop of ‘Catch & Release’ ™ – “The Brown-E-Trout”

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Offering a Chance to “Smoke The Few That Got Away!”™ Lure Cigars™ announces the release of “The Brown-E-Trout”. Lure Cigars™ brings people together through ‘Tackle & Tobacco’ and encourages cigar enthusiasts to ‘Smoke Great Cigars & Tell Tall Tales.’ ™ Cigars offered through the “Catch & Release” TM series are limited production cigars due to Read more about Cigar Review: Lure Cigars Co. LLC Announces the Next Drop of ‘Catch & Release’ ™ – “The Brown-E-Trout”[…]