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Cigar News: E.P. Carrillo Is Now Shipping INCH Nicaragua No. 70 

E.P. Carrillo, internationally renowned for their superb craftsmanship and premium quality cigars, is excited to announce a new line extension in our INCH Nicaragua. The INCH Nicaragua No. 70 is measured at 7×70 and has a retail price of $15.50 per cigar. The cigar began shipping to stores in late December 2023. INCH Nicaragua is the Read more about Cigar News: E.P. Carrillo Is Now Shipping INCH Nicaragua No. 70 […]

Cigar News: Espinosa Premium Cigars Hires Brandon Luna as new Territory Manager

Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced they have hired Brandon Luna to serve as the new Territory Manager for the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana, for Espinosa PremiumCigars. The position was vacated when “Big” Tony Gomez left the company to take the positionof National Sales Director for Jake Wyatt Cigars. In the press release Read more about Cigar News: Espinosa Premium Cigars Hires Brandon Luna as new Territory Manager[…]

Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Releases 2024 José Gaspar Cigars

Tampa has two-century-old traditions: Since 1885, Tampa has been known as “Cigar City.” Since 1904, pirates have been invading Tampa and throwing a large festival called Gasparilla. Each year, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. brings both traditions together by releasing a limited edition José Gaspar cigar. Handcrafted by J.C. Newman, a 128-year-old, four-generation family business, José Read more about Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Releases 2024 José Gaspar Cigars[…]

Cigar News: The CAO Amazon Basin Returns for 2024

Rare tobacco from the Amazonian Rainforest inspired the creation of CAO Amazon Basin, a small batch, limited edition release that debuted in 2014 and is now making a limited return to retailers across the U.S. The blend is available in a singular frontmark that ships today, January 8, 2024 and will be released in a Read more about Cigar News: The CAO Amazon Basin Returns for 2024[…]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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[…]