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Cigar News: Fuerte y Libre Cigars Inc. Rebrands to Fortaleza y Libre Cigars

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Fuerte y Libre Cigars Inc. (hereinafter “the Company”) hereby formally announces its rebranding to Fortaleza y Libre Cigars, effective immediately. This decision follows a previous trademark opposition initiated by Arturo Fuente Cigars in 2022, asserting potential consumer confusion between the brands “Fuerte y Libre” and “Arturo Fuente.” Following extensive negotiations and in pursuit of an Read more about Cigar News: Fuerte y Libre Cigars Inc. Rebrands to Fortaleza y Libre Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Black Star Line Extends Lalibela and Dark War Witch Lines

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Black Star Line is expanding the Dark War Witch brand and the Lalibela Brand with new vitolas. Aric Bey, Black Star Line Owner stated: “We are getting bigger and we need some more vitolas to round out the brands we have. Early on I could only afford to do one or two vitolas at a Read more about Cigar News: Black Star Line Extends Lalibela and Dark War Witch Lines[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – John Garofalo III Owner, ENEBES TABAC

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In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with John Garofalo III, owner or ENEBES TABAC. John has a quite a bit of history in the Cigar business and is a No Bullshit kind of guy. In fact, as you will learn, the name of his shop and cigar line Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – John Garofalo III Owner, ENEBES TABAC[…]

Cigar News: Scandinavian Tobacco Group Expands Club Macanudo to Taipei

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Club Macanudo will debut its newest location in Taipei, Taiwan. Called Club Macanudo Taipei, the luxury cigar lounge is the second such venue in Asia and will open to the public on February 27. Located in Xinyi, the central business district of Taipei, Club Macanudo is at the epicenter of Taiwan’s fashion capital where art Read more about Cigar News: Scandinavian Tobacco Group Expands Club Macanudo to Taipei[…]

Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Begins Shipping AKSUM formerly METAPA

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Foundation Cigar Company, a trailblazer in the premium cigar industry, proudly presents AKSUM, a brand inspired by the resting place of the Ark of the Covenant. Formerly known as METAPA, this rebranded line continues to deliver the same exceptional blend that has captivated cigar enthusiasts.  Named after the ancient city of AKSUM, a place steeped in Read more about Cigar News: Foundation Cigars Begins Shipping AKSUM formerly METAPA[…]

Cigar News: LH Cigars Introduces The “Nick Sofos” – A Tribute to Greek Heritage and Wisdom

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LH Premium Cigars proudly announces the latest addition to its’ “Nick” line of cigars: the “Sofos” Short Salomon. The Salomon cigar shape is named after King Solomon from Greek mythology and the biblical figure. King Solomon renowned for his wisdom. “Salomon” suggests grandeur and sophistication, fitting for a cigar shape that exudes luxury and craftsmanship, Read more about Cigar News: LH Cigars Introduces The “Nick Sofos” – A Tribute to Greek Heritage and Wisdom[…]

Cigar News: New Club Macanudo Opens in Bossier City Margaritaville Resort Casino

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Club Macanudo will host a grand opening event Saturday, February 17, 2024 to celebrate the official launch of its second US location. Called Club Macanudo Bossier City, the luxury cigar lounge marks thefirst resort to host the Club Macanudo brand and follows the February 2022 premier of Club Macanudo Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. This is Read more about Cigar News: New Club Macanudo Opens in Bossier City Margaritaville Resort Casino[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley Ships Black Market Filthy Hooligans Today

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Alec Bradley Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock are shipping today, marking the twelfth and sixth release of the annual, limited edition take on the brand’s popular Black Market blend, respectively.  Bradley Rubin, brand ambassador for Alec Bradley cigars said: “Anticipation continues to build each year for the release of Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Ships Black Market Filthy Hooligans Today[…]

Cigar News: Crux Cigars Welcomes Adam Altman as Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel

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Crux Cigars has announced the appointment of Adam Altman as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and General Counsel. With over a decade of dedicated service as the company’s attorney, Adam’s transition into this dual role marks a significant step in the evolution of Crux Cigars. In his new capacity, Adam will play a pivotal role in Read more about Cigar News: Crux Cigars Welcomes Adam Altman as Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel[…]

Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group International Announces Suspension of Colección Especial

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Gurkha Cigar Group International has announced today the suspension of a popular brand: Colección Especial. The Colección Especial was released by Gurkha Cigar Group in 2022 as an annual limited run of cigars.  The Ecuadorian hybrid wrapper encasing the Colección Especial is scarce and difficult to cultivate, but oh so good to taste on that Read more about Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group International Announces Suspension of Colección Especial[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – Fight Human Trafficking – The Cigar Clowns & Chaffiot Collection

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In this Special Episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie from Stogie press sits down with Raymond Kane Jr. AKA TflonDon from the CigarClowns along with Justin and Crystal Chaffiot from Chaffiot Collection Cigars. The team have gotten together to create a special cigar to help raise funds to fight Human Trafficking, a Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – Fight Human Trafficking – The Cigar Clowns & Chaffiot Collection[…]

Cigar News: Lure Cigars Co. LLC Releases new line: Habano, in two vitolas

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Lure Cigars™ announces the release of their second line of cigars: Habano, in two vitolas. The company was created by Lou Cross III to honor the memory of his late father, Lou Cross Jr., a lifelong outdoorsman, avid fisherman, and a cigar enthusiast. One of the last and fondest memories shared with him was enjoying Read more about Cigar News: Lure Cigars Co. LLC Releases new line: Habano, in two vitolas[…]