Author: bostonjimmie

Cigar News: Mike Copperman Named Executive Director of Cigar Rights of America

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The Board of Directors of Cigar Rights of America (CRA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Mike Copperman as the organization’s new executive director. This decision comes after an extensive search and selection process to find a dynamic and experienced leader to guide CRA through its next phase of growth and advocacy. Mike, who Read more about Cigar News: Mike Copperman Named Executive Director of Cigar Rights of America[…]

Cigar News: Fine Ash Cigars Introduces the Ceniza Fina – A Cigar Crafted with Passion and Expertise

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Fine Ash Cigars, based out of Glendale AZ has announced the release of their new creation, Ceniza Fina “Fine Ash.” This meticulously crafted cigar is the result of a year-long collaboration with esteemed partner, Hostos Fernandez Quesada. Fine Ash Cigars invites all cigar enthusiasts to indulge in this new release and experience the culmination of Read more about Cigar News: Fine Ash Cigars Introduces the Ceniza Fina – A Cigar Crafted with Passion and Expertise[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley and Starlight Bourbon Kick Off 2024 with Exclusive Single Barrel Pairing

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Alec Bradley and Starlight Distillery will kick off 2024 on an indulgent note. Today, the brands will release their second “Uncut Series” collaboration, this time pairing Alec Bradley Gatekeeper with Starlight Single Barrel Bourbon Finished in Vino de Naranja Casks. This is the third release of STG’s Uncut Series. The whiskey brings to life the Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley and Starlight Bourbon Kick Off 2024 with Exclusive Single Barrel Pairing[…]

Cigar News: Gurkha Cigars Hires Kasie Kucharski as Midwest Territory Sales Manager

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Gurkha Cigars is proud to announce a new Midwest Territory Sales Manager beginning January 2, 2024.  Miss Kasie Kucharski joins the team today!   Kasie Kucharski, a Milwaukee, WI native, developed a passion for cigars during her college years, evolving into a seasoned enthusiast over the past 15 years. From hosting events and running a podcast to Read more about Cigar News: Gurkha Cigars Hires Kasie Kucharski as Midwest Territory Sales Manager[…]

Cigar News: Espinosa Premium Cigars Announces the Espinosa Sumatra

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Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced today, the newest blend to their core line of Premium Cigars – the Espinosa Sumatra. Handcrafted at the La Zona Cigar Factory in Estelí, Nicaragua; the Espinosa Sumatra is the newest eponymous core line release, joining Espinosa Habano and Espinosa Crema. Hector Alfonso describes the blend as: Said Erik Espinosa: Read more about Cigar News: Espinosa Premium Cigars Announces the Espinosa Sumatra[…]

Cigar News: Stogie Press 2023 Top Cigars – Ranked and Stacked

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Happy New Year to all. 2024 is upon us and I hope everyone has an excellent and prosperous year. Today I would like to present to you the Stogie Press Top Cigars for 2023. As mentioned in previous articles, there are 3 categories (Large, Medium, Small Companies). Each category has 15 cigars in it and Read more about Cigar News: Stogie Press 2023 Top Cigars – Ranked and Stacked[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 4 – Blackbird Cigar Co.

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In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with special guest – Jonas Santana Gomez, the co owner of Blackbird Cigar Co. It has been 3 years since the company launched its brand and they are one of the fastest growing brands on the market. Tune in to learn how Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 4 – Blackbird Cigar Co.[…]

2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 4

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Today I offer the final set of candidates for the Stogie Press top cigars of 2023. As is the case every year, Stogie Press has three lists – one for large companies, one for medium companies and one for small companies. If you ask me how I decide the difference between large, medium, and small Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 4[…]

Cigar News: Fuerte y Libra Cigars Announces Partnership with Fumare Internationale

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Fuerte y Libre Cigars Inc. has announced its partnership with Fumare Internationale, the parent company of Illusione Cigars, effective January 1, 2024.  Fumare Internationale and Fuerte y Libre Cigars have both experienced the unprecedented growth of the industry in the last 5 years making them uniquely suited to work towards shared growth in 2024.  Greg Free – President Fuerte Read more about Cigar News: Fuerte y Libra Cigars Announces Partnership with Fumare Internationale[…]

2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 3

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Today I offer the third set of candidates for the Stogie Press top cigars of 2023. As is the case every year, Stogie Press has three lists – one for large companies, one for medium companies and one for small companies. If you ask me how I decide the difference between large, medium, and small Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 3[…]

2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 2

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Today I offer the next set of candidates for the Stogie Press top cigar of 2023. As is the case every year, Stogie Press has three lists – one for large companies, one for medium companies and one for small companies. If you ask me how I decide the difference between large, medium, and small Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 2[…]

Cigar News: Dominique London opens La Casa del Tabaco Gstaad

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The Dominique London Group, The Leading Premium Cigar, Spirits and Luxury Accessories Company in Europe, is expanding their operations in Switzerland with a La Casa del Tabaco flagship store in Gstaad. The new shop, located in Gstaad, the most exclusive ski-resort in the world, will focus on high-end cigars and spirits, paying homage to the Read more about Cigar News: Dominique London opens La Casa del Tabaco Gstaad[…]

Cigar News: Don Doroteo Cigars Announces Addition of Crystal Herbert to Sales Team

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Don Doroteo Cigars has announced the addition of Crystal Herbert to their sales team. Crystal will oversee Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C. Like many in the cigar industry Crystal began on a different career path before falling in love with tobacco. Crystal Herbert, born in Washington D.C., began her professional Read more about Cigar News: Don Doroteo Cigars Announces Addition of Crystal Herbert to Sales Team[…]