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

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 a Honduran puro manufactured by Oscar Valladares in Honduras.  This year’s TAA  Exclusive Series Product dons a box pressed 6 1/8×52 torpedo in a 10 count blue box and carries an $18.95 MSRP.  The Gurkha V by Oscar Valladares is slated to ship in January 2025.

Shipping soon to a retailer near you, Gurkha Year of Snake will be a brand new addition to stores across the United States of America. Gurkha Year of Snake will be in collaboration with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, Oscar Valladares, and Oliva Cigar Co. and celebrates the 2025 Chinese New Year that begins next January.  Housed in elaborate 10 count collectors edition humidors, these cigars adorn a decorative snake curled into a figure 8. 

Juan Lopez, VP of Sales at Gurkha Cigar Group stated:

“We loved the design that was presented to us incorporating the lucky number 8. Additionally, we were so happy with the collaborations from last year’s Year of Dragon, that we couldn’t wait to start another project with E.P. Carrillo, Oscar Valladares, and Oliva Cigar Co.  We’re really excited about the Gurkha Year of Snake brands and we’re looking forward to everyone trying it.” 

Each box has been made into a 10 count humidor of various sizes and colors, and will be sold at $19.00 MSRP.  

Finally, Gurkha Cigar Group introduced the Volition America by Gurkha Cigars

According to Jim Colucci, President of Gurkha Cigars:

“Truly a cigar with a purpose. Volition America represents America and those who fight for our freedom.  With each cigar purchase, Gurkha Cigar Group donates 13% to Folds of Honor and scholarships for our fallen soldiers and first responders.” 

The release on Volition America by Gurkha Cigars is set for November 11th at the annual Folds of Honor Golf Tournament.  The cigars are presented in three wrappers: Maduro, Habano, and Connecticut and all in a 6×54 Toro size.  The cigars will be sold at an MSRP of $13.00, further honoring the thirteen folds represented with the American Flag.

Gurkha Cigars will have more details on each of the products as they come available to ship to the market.

Gurkha Cigars are known throughout the world for their premium cigars. The company produces millions of cigars per year that are sold in more than 85 countries worldwide. While Gurkha is known for its exclusivity, it has an impressive array of brands of flawlessly handcrafted, premium cigars created in a variety of strengths, tasting profiles and price-points. No matter what your taste, there’s a Gurkha cigar that’s perfect for your palate.