The old saying that time flies is certainly true for the Rodriguez Cigar Factory in Key West, Florida. Founded in 1984 by Angel and Daniela Rodriguez, its roots go back to the family’s plantation in Las Villas, Cuba in 1947. Fleeing the tyranny of the Castro regime in 1971, Angel and Daniela eventually set up Read more about Celebrating Cuarenta Años with Rodriguez Cigars – Key West[…]
It’s that time of the year when folks like me publish our lists of what we feel were the best cigars of the year which we smoked. Publications from Cigar Aficionado, Cigar Journal, Cigar Snob down to media sites and even cigar groups along with just everyday cigar consumers express their thoughts. Stogie Press has Read more about Cigar News: Stogie Press Top 30 Cigars of 2024[…]
Fortaleza y Libre Cigars proudly announces the launch of its inaugural event-exclusive cigar, the #GMFF. This meticulously crafted blend represents the culmination of years of dedication to the artistry of premium cigars. Greg Free, President of Fortaleza y Libre Cigars noted: “With tobaccos sourced from four distinct countries, the #GMFF stands as a testament to Read more about Cigar News: Fortaleza y Libre Cigars To Unveil Exclusive Event Cigar: #GMFF[…]
Fratello Cigars has announced that its latest innovation, the Fratello Bianco Nero, showcased at 2024 InterTabac conference in Dortmund, is now shipping to retailers nationwide. Omar de Frias, founder of Fratello Cigars stated: “We wanted to create something that pays tribute to the Fratello Bianco while introducing a new level of intensity and sophistication. The Read more about Cigar News: Fratello Bianco Nero Now Shipping to Retailers[…]
Warped Cigars has announced the launch of New Day. This special project is offered to only 12 retailer partners throughout the United States. This project was a first for Warped for a multitude of reasons, but this project was entirely voted on by the retailers, a new and unique way for the company to involve Read more about Cigar News: Warped Cigars Unveils a “New Day”[…]
Cigar lovers, get ready! – A new experience in the world of premium cigars, is set to launch in 2025. Featuring an e-commerce platform and a flagship showroom in Clearwater, Florida, Cigar Circus is designed to cater to cigar enthusiasts locally, nationally, and beyond. The Cigar Circus Showroom is more than just a retail space—it’s an immersive Read more about Cigar News: The Cigar Circus – A New Destination For Cigar Enthusiasts[…]
Celebrating a Decade of Craftsmanship with a Timeless Tribute, LH Premium Cigars is thrilled to introduce its latest creation, the LH Limited Aniversario. This limited release follows the success of the LH Limited Toro in 2016, offering a new benchmark in the brand’s dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and consistency. The LH Limited Aniversario also celebrates Read more about Cigar News: LH Premium Cigars Announces the Launch of the LH Limited Aniversario[…]
J London Cigars has introduced the eighth rendition of the company’s Telephone Booth Series – the Dark Orange Telephone Booth. For the eighth release, an Olor wrapper from an undisclosed country was picked. This leaf is seldom (if ever) used as a wrapper leaf, making this an extremely interesting experience for those aficionados who search Read more about Cigar News: J London Cigars Introduces the Dark Orange Telephone Booth[…]
Today, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping The El Reloj Collection to Tobacconist Association of America members across the United States. This new box set contains 10 luxury cigars handcrafted in J.C. Newman’s iconic El Reloj cigar factory in the “Cigar City” of Tampa, Florida. A total of 500 boxes are shipping to 51 TAA Read more about Cigar News: J.C. Newman Ships The El Reloj Collection, a 2024 TAA Exclusive[…]
Plasencia Cigars, a premium tobacco grower since 1865, announces the release of El Año de la Culebra – Edición Limitada 2025, the fifth limited edition cigar in its Chinese New Year collection. This limited-edition offering is presented in a ten-count box, featuring eight Lanceros and one Culebra comprised of 2 intertwined cigars. —an exceptionally rare Read more about Cigar News: Plasencia Cigars Unveils the El Año de la Culebra – Edición Limitada 2025 (Tribute to Year of the Snake)[…]
In this episode of Taking It To The Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with Lou Cross the owner of Lure Cigars. The company is all about fishing and cigars and taking time to relax and share stories. Lou has many stories to tell, especially stories of fishing with his dad who knew how to do Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – Lure Cigars[…]
Cohiba is commemorating the expansion of its partnership with Weller Bourbon by releasing the Weller by Cohiba Humidor in time for the holiday season. This unique offering includes Each of the three included cigars comes in an ornate 6 X 50 Toro tubo styled after the various Weller Bourbon expressions by which they were influenced. Read more about Cigar News: ‘Tis The Season For Sophistication With Weller by Cohiba Humidor[…]
E.P. Carrillo Cigars is proud to announce the return of Selim Hanono as Chief Operating Officer (COO). A seasoned leader with decades of experience in the premium cigar industry, Selim’s return marks a key milestone for the company as it embarks on its next phase of growth and innovation. Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III stated: “Selim’s return Read more about Cigar News: E.P. Carrillo Cigars is proud to announce the return of Selim Hanono as Chief Operating Officer (COO)[…]
In this episode, Boston Jimmie sits down with James Brown, the owner of Back Label Trading Company, Black Works Studio, and Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. We dig into the celebration of the company’s decade long history in the premium cigar business and look back in the past of how James came to be Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 5 – Black Label Trading Co.[…]