Cigar News: BLK WKS STUDIO UNVEILS NEW EXCLUSIVE AVISPA

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 BLK WKS Studio, known for its boundary-pushing blends and bold aesthetics, proudly announces the release of its latest creation: the Avispa. This striking new cigar is the result of a unique collaboration with select retailers and represents a fusion of two of BLK WKS’ most iconic lines — the Killer Bee and the Hornet.  Crafted with a Nicaraguan filler, Ecuadorian binder, and Read more about Cigar News: BLK WKS STUDIO UNVEILS NEW EXCLUSIVE AVISPA[…]

Cigar News: Best Cigar Prices and Alliance Cigar Join Together to Drive Balanced Strategic Growth – B2C Online and B2B Wholesale

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New Global Marketing, Inc. (“New Global”) d/b/a Best Cigar Prices (“Best Cigar”) and Humicon L.L.C. d/b/a Alliance Cigar (“Alliance”) announce the strategic merger of Alliance into the New Global family, operating as its premier B2B wholesale division alongside of Best Cigar Prices, one of the leading online B2C cigar retailers in the country.  Tom Sullivan and Steve Kallinikos will Read more about Cigar News: Best Cigar Prices and Alliance Cigar Join Together to Drive Balanced Strategic Growth – B2C Online and B2B Wholesale[…]

Cigar News: Casa Carrillo Announces Tariff Price Adjustment

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Casa Carrillo, a leading producer of premium cigars, announced today that it will implement a modest wholesale price increase of $0.25 per cigar, effective June 1st, 2025, in response to newly imposed tariffs that have significantly raised the cost of importing cigars. The company emphasized that this decision was made only after careful consideration and Read more about Cigar News: Casa Carrillo Announces Tariff Price Adjustment[…]

Cigar News: Lure Cigars Releases the “Fish Stix”

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Lure Cigars has announced the release of “Fish Stix” – cigars that land ‘Big Trophy Flavor in a Small Package!’ Lure Cigars brings people together through ‘Tackle & Tobacco’ and encourages cigar enthusiasts to ‘Smoke Great Cigars & Tell Tall Tales.’ ™ The blend is described by the company as: The company notes: “The strength Read more about Cigar News: Lure Cigars Releases the “Fish Stix”[…]

Cigar Lifestyle – No Joke Smoke 2025 – Ashy to Classy by Kalani Matsuura

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The 16th annual No Joke Smoke 2025 dinner was held on 3/29/25 and hosted by Kalani Matsuura from Mokuleia Cigar Company. The theme this year was Ashy to Classy, even cigar enthusiasts can occasionally be dapper. Helping us celebrate the dinner was Ian Reith, the owner of Dapper Cigars. NJS felt extremely special as this Read more about Cigar Lifestyle – No Joke Smoke 2025 – Ashy to Classy by Kalani Matsuura[…]

Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces the Second Release of Dreadnought 

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Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the second release of Dreadnought as an Atlantic Cigar Company exclusive. The cigar is hand-crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the second release of Dreadnought as an Atlantic Cigar Company exclusive. The cigar is hand-crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Read more about Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces the Second Release of Dreadnought […]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Billy and Gus Fakih – Artesano del Tobacco

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In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Billy and Gus Fakih, the owners of Artesano Del Tobacco are Boston Jimmie’s guest. Fresh from the Premium Cigar Industry (PCA) trade show, we talk about and break down the latest from the brothers Fakih – the Viva La Vida Connecticut. This bold new introduction adds Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Billy and Gus Fakih – Artesano del Tobacco[…]

Cigar News: Trash Panda Cigars About to Set Sail With the Grace O’Malley Pirate Queen

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Arhhh, Cigar Mates – The Fearless Leader of Trash Panda Cigars is at it again. After the success of the company’s debut cigar, the Cert Maith Bruscar (Real Good Trash), which honored Kevin Shahan’s Irish roots and his ancestor Cornelius Shahan—who first set foot in the New World in 1678—Trash Panda Cigars is excited to Read more about Cigar News: Trash Panda Cigars About to Set Sail With the Grace O’Malley Pirate Queen[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – PCA Recap with Ryan Gallimore, Owner of the Cigar Circus

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Now that the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show is over, I took some time with Ryan Gallimore, the owner of he Cigar Circus in Clearwater, FL. Ryan has a rich history in the premium cigar industry. He has held roles as shop manager, brand owner, marketing manager for Drew Estate, SAWG master, and now the Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – PCA Recap with Ryan Gallimore, Owner of the Cigar Circus[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Mike Szczpankiewicz – Pospiech Cigars

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Welcome to another fine Taking It To The Nub episode. This time we have the co-owner of Pospiech Cigars – Mike Szczpankiewicz on the show. Pospiech Cigars is a small cigar distribution company that sells Chogüí, Fable Cigars, Fosforo, FQ Cigars and Powstanie brands. The company was founded by Mike and Greg Szczepankewicz, two Polish Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Mike Szczpankiewicz – Pospiech Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Cohiba Introduces Riviera Toro Tubo as Latest Line Extension

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Cohiba has announced the release of the Riviera Toro Tubo, a new addition to the critically acclaimed Riviera line. The cigar maintains the blend’s signature box-pressed construction and features a square aluminum tubo. First introduced in 2023, Cohiba Riviera marked a departure for the brand with a San Andrés wrapper and box-pressed format — both Read more about Cigar News: Cohiba Introduces Riviera Toro Tubo as Latest Line Extension[…]

Cigar News: Macanudo Gold Label Debuts Limited Edition Torpedo

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Macanudo Gold Label is back for a limited time, featuring its signature golden wrapper and unmistakably smooth flavor profile. For 2025, the fan-favorite lineup adds a new vitola with the release of Gold Torpedo —a 6.5” x 52 frontmark available in limited quantities. What sets Gold Label apart is its exceptional Connecticut Shade Capa Especial Read more about Cigar News: Macanudo Gold Label Debuts Limited Edition Torpedo[…]

Cigar News: Diesel Cigars Introduces the Backyard Barbecue Series

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When it comes to BBQ, every part of the country has their own way of doing things. Diesel’s new Backyard Barbecue Series was created to celebrate those unique styles. Its first stop? North Carolina, for Diesel Backyard Barbecue Series Pulled Pork. Inspired by the barbeque culture of the Tar Heel State and crafted at Tabacalera Read more about Cigar News: Diesel Cigars Introduces the Backyard Barbecue Series[…]