Cigar News: Alec Bradley Starts Worldwide Shipping of Limited Edition Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut

Posted on September 6, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Alec Bradley Cigars announced today that 1500 boxes of the critically acclaimed Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut, which the company has completely sold out, are on their way to tobacconists worldwide. First unveiled in 2014, the Alec Bradley Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut has become a perennial fan favorite. The diamond shaped cigar is unique to Alec Bradley and is Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Starts Worldwide Shipping of Limited Edition Nica Puro Diamond Rough-Cut[…]

Cigar News: Roll Your Own with Michael Giannini at the Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival

Posted on August 21, 2019 by bostonjimmie

If you ever wanted to try your hand at rolling a cigar, 2019 is the year to do it. Michael Giannini, from Ventura Cigars has been traveling the country and the world to promote the brand and offer workshops on how to roll a cigar. Most specifically, how to apply a wrapper leaf to the Read more about Cigar News: Roll Your Own with Michael Giannini at the Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival[…]

Crowned Heads/Drew Estate La Coalición Siglo

Cigar News: Crowned Heads/Drew Estate La Coalición Band Change

Posted on August 19, 2019August 19, 2019 by bostonjimmie

It may seem simple, but if you are a cigar geek like me, you look for that rare moment in cigar collections that result in you wanting to save a few in your stash. Sometimes it is just a great cigar and you want to put some in a “do not touch” box to age Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads/Drew Estate La Coalición Band Change[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: ACE Prime Cigars

Posted on August 11, 2019November 8, 2019 by bostonjimmie

There was a lot of buzz leading up to, and during, the Premium Cigar Association trade show this year about a new cigar company called ACE Prime, a cigar distribution company. The company is a vertically integrated operation that was formed by: NBA Champion – Dominique Wilkins NBA Champion – Tiago Splitter Sommelier – Luciano Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: ACE Prime Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Villiger Cigars Presents La Flor De Ynclan Toro

Posted on August 7, 2019August 7, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Villiger Cigars announces that the highly rated Villiger La Flor de Ynclan will be presented in a new Toro 6 x 52 size. The Villiger La Flor De Ynclan robusto in 2017 garnered a 93 rating, ranked as the number 10 cigar in the world by Cigar Aficionado Magazine and voted the 2017 number 6 Read more about Cigar News: Villiger Cigars Presents La Flor De Ynclan Toro[…]

Cigar News: “Cuevas Reserva” By Casa Cuevas Cigars Now Shipping

Posted on August 6, 2019August 6, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Casa Cuevas Cigars, makers of handmade premium cigars announce the Cuevas Reserva Natural and Cuevas Reserva Maduro is now shipping to retailers. The Cuevas Reserva was introduced to the public at the 2019 IPCPR/PCA Trade Show in Las Vegas, NV. President of Casa Cuevas Cigars, Luis Cuevas Jr. stated: “The Cuevas Reserva for my father Read more about Cigar News: “Cuevas Reserva” By Casa Cuevas Cigars Now Shipping[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: Rock-A-Feller Cigars

Posted on August 5, 2019August 5, 2019 by bostonjimmie

After a few days working the floor of the 2019 Premium Cigar Association trade show, I finally caught up with Kevin Schweitzer and the Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group (VCRG). Kevin and his company have been moving the needle ever since he acquired the brand a few years ago. As a previous gold and silver trader, Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: Rock-A-Feller Cigars[…]

Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral Announces the 100mg Nuggs Maduro

Posted on August 3, 2019August 3, 2019 by bostonjimmie

If you liked the original Nuggs cigar from Jas Sum Kral, you may find the new maduro version even more enticing. The company has amped up the CBD content in this latest offering. Whereas the original had 20 mg of CBD oils in it, the maduro has 5 times the dose, bringing it to hefty Read more about Cigar News: Jas Sum Kral Announces the 100mg Nuggs Maduro[…]

Cigar News: Atlantic Cigar Co and MoyaRuiz Cigars announce “The Summer Sausage”

Posted on August 3, 2019August 3, 2019 by bostonjimmie

First there was veggy burgers, then Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat, now we have – The Summer Sausage. It is not meat or veggy. Technically you don’t eat it, but you do smoke it, and taste it. The Summer Sausage is the work of Atlantic Cigar Co., MoyaRuiz, and the La Zona factory in Esteli, Read more about Cigar News: Atlantic Cigar Co and MoyaRuiz Cigars announce “The Summer Sausage”[…]

Cigar News: Casa Cuevas Ships La Mandarria

Posted on July 31, 2019July 31, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Casa Cuevas Cigars, showcased their boldest blend yet – La Mandarria – at the Premium Cigar Association trade show last month. Now you can treat your palate to the “Sledgehammer” as the company announced today, La Mandarria is shipping to retailers. In the press release, Casa Cuevas noted: “La Mandarria brand was born out of Read more about Cigar News: Casa Cuevas Ships La Mandarria[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: Southern Draw Cigars

Posted on July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 by bostonjimmie

This year, Robert Holt and his Southern Draw Cigars family were celebrating 5 years in the premium cigar business and they did it in grand style, as they showcased an array of products at the Premium Cigar Association trade show. Starting with the new Jacob’s Ladder Brimstone, which is the boldest fullest strength cigar the Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: Southern Draw Cigars[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: RoMa Craft Tobac and Skip Martin

Posted on July 28, 2019November 11, 2020 by bostonjimmie

I was fortunate to get some quality time with Skip Martin of RoMa Craft Tobac at this years Premium Cigar Association trade show. Sitting with Skip is like reading an encyclopedia of cigars. His knowledge of the art, craft, and science of tobacco and cigars is one of the best in the business. What was Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: RoMa Craft Tobac and Skip Martin[…]

IPCPR/PCA News: La Barba Cigars – Welcome to the Party

Posted on July 26, 2019July 26, 2019 by bostonjimmie

My first stop at the IPCPR/PCA this year was with Tony Bellato and La Barba Cigars. I was pleased Tony was able to take the time to sit with me for a few minutes before his booth got too crazy. Welcome to the Party. In our discussion, Tony explained to me – La Barba Cigars Read more about IPCPR/PCA News: La Barba Cigars – Welcome to the Party[…]

IPCPR/PCA News – A Cigar Chat with Ram Rodriguez of El Artista Cigars

Posted on July 26, 2019July 26, 2019 by bostonjimmie

Near the end of day one at the 2019 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show, I caught up with Radhames ‘Ram’ Rodriguez, President of El Artista Cigars at their booth. El Artista was showcasing two new introduction this year, The Slugger and the Buffalo Ten. In the video below, we talk about the new introductions, the Read more about IPCPR/PCA News – A Cigar Chat with Ram Rodriguez of El Artista Cigars[…]