Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Fathom & Fury Cigars

In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie continues highlighting Tobacco Product Association (TPA) member companies with the introduction of Fathom & Fury Cigars. The company is a veteran owned company by Scott “The Captain” Holman and Jake “The Navigator” McCluskey. We dive into the founding of the company and i’s mission Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Fathom & Fury Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Joya De Nicaragua Introduces the Antaño CT Pata Negra 2025

In the Iberian Peninsula, the term “Pata Negra” evokes tradition and exclusivity. At Joya de Nicaragua, they present the Antaño CT Pata Negra 2025, an extra-aged and refined version of one of our most acclaimed blends, crafted exclusively for our friends in Spain. Since its launch, Antaño CT has represented a unique proposition in the Read more about Cigar News: Joya De Nicaragua Introduces the Antaño CT Pata Negra 2025[…]

Cigar News: Artesano Del Tobacco Announces EL Pulpo Perfecto “The Squid”

Artesano Del Tobacco is excited to announce the launch of its latest addition to the acclaimed EL Pulpo cigar line: the new EL Pulpo Perfecto, affectionately named “THE SQUID.” This remarkable Perfecto measures an elegant 6.5 x 60 box-pressed format and will begin shipping to cigar stores nationwide on Thursday, August 28th, 2025. “The SQUID” Read more about Cigar News: Artesano Del Tobacco Announces EL Pulpo Perfecto “The Squid”[…]

Cigar Review: Madre Tierra Sumatra Toro- Rated 94

Today I offer the third in a series of reviews of Madre Tierra Cigars. The just released Madre Tierra Sumatra Toro is the subject of today’s review. According to the company’s website: “Madre Tierra is a family-owned and operated brand of fine cigars, all hand made in Tamboril, Dominican Republic. Our blended Cigars compliment the finest tobacco grown Read more about Cigar Review: Madre Tierra Sumatra Toro- Rated 94[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025

Crowned Heads is excited to announce an all-new brand extension to its highly sought-after brand, Blood Medicine, the Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025. B-Positive is a riff on the original Blood Medicine blend, which originally began as an event-only cigar in 2022, and then introduced as a one-size limited edition release in 2024, and most Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025[…]

Cigar News: Quality Importers Trading Company® and Aficionado’s Cigars and Wine Celebrate the Opening of XIKAR® Lounge

Quality Importers Trading Company® (QI), a global leader in premium cigar accessories and humidors, proudly celebrates the opening of an exclusive XIKAR® Lounge at the new Aficionado’s Cigars and Wine store in Pembroke Pines, Florida. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in QI’s mission to elevate the cigar aficionado experience through innovative products and exceptional Read more about Cigar News: Quality Importers Trading Company® and Aficionado’s Cigars and Wine Celebrate the Opening of XIKAR® Lounge[…]

Cigar News: United Cigar and J.C. Newman El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Collaboration Shipping

The United Cigar and J.C. Newman El Baton Cameroon Firecracker collaboration ships to Firecracker Retailers at the end of the month. This partnership marks the first time J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has created a Firecracker, all in honor of the 60th anniversary of Stanford J. Newman’s discovery of Cameroon tobacco. The El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Read more about Cigar News: United Cigar and J.C. Newman El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Collaboration Shipping[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Brothers Smokin’ Stogies

In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with the dynamic cigar couple, Ali and Heather Howell, owners of Brothers Smokin’ Stogies premium cigars. This is the second time we have had the brand feature on the show. We took the time to briefly introduce the brand again and then Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Brothers Smokin’ Stogies[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – KJD Cigars

In this episode, Boston Jimmie continues his series of highlighting Tobacco Product Association (TPA) member companies as he welcomes Ken Doerrbecker. A Long Island native, Ken is a fire chief in his town and has created his inaugural cigar – The Chief under the brand KJD Cigars. We talk about the origins of the Chief Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – KJD Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces Oak Glen Tobacconist Exclusive – TRIFOIUM

Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the release of the TRIFOIUM as an Oak Glen Tobacconist exclusive. The cigar is hand-crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. James Brown, creator of BLTC and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra, stated: “I’m honored to be making the Anniversary Cigar for Oak Glen Tobacconist. They Read more about Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces Oak Glen Tobacconist Exclusive – TRIFOIUM[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Haze Gray Cigars

In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie from Stogie Press sits down with the founders of Haze Gray Cigars, a Veteran Owned and Operated company, to talk about their young and growing premium cigar brand. The company is a proud member of the Tobacco Products Association (TPA) and this is the Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Haze Gray Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Casa Carrillo Cigars Announces Encore Black Bulwarks Begins Shipping This Week

Casa Carrillo Cigars proudly announces the release of the Encore Black Bulwarks, shipping to select retailers this week. This bold new vitola continues the legacy of the acclaimed Encore line—first recognized when the Encore Majestic earned Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of the Year in 2018. Following the successful debut of the first Encore Black (5 Read more about Cigar News: Casa Carrillo Cigars Announces Encore Black Bulwarks Begins Shipping This Week[…]

Cigar News: Lure Cigars Announces “The Bluefish” To Raise Funds To Defeat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

In honor of Lieutenant Chris Watson’s 31 years of dedicated service in law enforcement, and raise awareness and funds to support the fight to defeat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Lou Cross of Lure Cigars was approached by his friend and retail partner, Stephen Frank, with an idea: to create a cigar honoring Lt. Chris Watson Read more about Cigar News: Lure Cigars Announces “The Bluefish” To Raise Funds To Defeat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)[…]

Cigar News: Quesada Cigars Appoints Nativo Casa de Marcas as Its New Commercial Agent in Spain

The family is growing. Starting this month, Nativo Casa de Marcas, the commercial arm of Joya de Nicaragua in Spain, will serve as the new commercial agent for Quesada Cigars in the Iberian Peninsula—one of the most respected and beloved cigar houses from the Dominican Republic. This alliance marks a milestone for Nativo, which until Read more about Cigar News: Quesada Cigars Appoints Nativo Casa de Marcas as Its New Commercial Agent in Spain[…]