Serino Cigar Co. Formally Announces Wayfarer – The Apple Doesn’t Fall far From The Tree

Posted on June 5, 2017June 5, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Tony Serino and the Serino Cigar Co. introduced a terrific cigar to the market last year – the Serino Royale 20th Anniversary, it made the 2016 Stogie Press top 25 for the year. This year, Tony’s son, Carson Serino, is following in his fathers footsteps and will be introducing his first blend the Wayfarer. Although not totally Read more about Serino Cigar Co. Formally Announces Wayfarer – The Apple Doesn’t Fall far From The Tree[…]

Cornelius & Anthony Takes to the Sky with Aerial Release

Posted on May 30, 2017May 30, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Cornelius & Anthony to Release Aerial Even with the FDA breathing down our necks, Cornelius & Anthony is the latest to announce a new release. In a press release today, the company’s latest release – the Aerial – will be released at this years IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas. We always knew Steve Bailey and his growing boutique Read more about Cornelius & Anthony Takes to the Sky with Aerial Release[…]

MLB Cigar Ventures Taps Alexandria Kling for VP Brand Development

Posted on May 26, 2017 by bostonjimmie

A few years ago I had the great pleasure of meeting and bonding with Mike Bellody – Founder & CEO of MLB Cigar Ventures. At the time, Mike was introducing his inaugural blend, the Imperia, for his new company which was met with rave reviews. That blend was followed up with additional line additions and now, Read more about MLB Cigar Ventures Taps Alexandria Kling for VP Brand Development[…]

S.T.K. Black Dahlia by George Rico Announced

Posted on May 15, 2017 by bostonjimmie

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 10, 2017 S.T.K. BLACK DAHLIA by George Rico GRAN HABANO Miami, Florida, May 10, 2017 – Gran Habano announces the release of S.T.K. Black Dahlia by George Rico, the latest from its boutique S.T.K. series, joining G.A.R. Opium, S.T.K. Barracuda, S.T.K. Zulu Zulu and S.T.K. American Puro. Gran Habano’s S.T.K. Black Read more about S.T.K. Black Dahlia by George Rico Announced[…]

BETTER TOGETHER: COMPLEMENTARY PIPES & PIPE TOBACCO BLENDS FROM 4TH GENERATION

Posted on May 10, 2017 by bostonjimmie

For Immediate Release: CONTACT Rachel McKnett Kretek International rachelmcknett@kretek.com PRIME PAIRINGS BETTER TOGETHER: COMPLEMENTARY PIPES & PIPE TOBACCO BLENDS FROM 4TH GENERATION. Coming from a strong lineage of tobacconists, Erik Stokkebye is the master crafter behind some of the most popular pipe tobacco products at 4th Generation. Under Stokkebye’s direction, 4th Generation has developed a Read more about BETTER TOGETHER: COMPLEMENTARY PIPES & PIPE TOBACCO BLENDS FROM 4TH GENERATION[…]

Agreement Reached on Suspension of FDA Cigar Regulations

Posted on May 1, 2017 by bostonjimmie

BREAKING NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Since July 15, 2016, Cigar Association of America (CAA), Cigar Rights of America (CRA), and the International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR) have been pursuing litigation in federal court against the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), challenging the FDA’s May 10, Read more about Agreement Reached on Suspension of FDA Cigar Regulations[…]

Cubariqueño Cigar Company National Protocol Themis Release

Posted on April 30, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Cubariqueño Cigar Company National Protocol Themis Release Announced as well as a Probable Cause Line Extension. Cubariqueño Cigar Company is proud to announce that it is releasing its third blend, Protocol Themis, at the 2017 International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailer trade show in Las Vegas. “We are super excited to announce the Protocol Themis,” Read more about Cubariqueño Cigar Company National Protocol Themis Release[…]

Drew Estate Kentucky Fire Cured Swamp Thang Cigar Review

Posted on April 26, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Reaching deep in the darkness of my humidor the other day, I pulled out the latest in the Drew Estate Kentucky Fired Cured line – The Swamp Thang. The little critter has been hiding in there since July of last year simmering and maturing, just waiting for a human hand to take it out into Read more about Drew Estate Kentucky Fire Cured Swamp Thang Cigar Review[…]

LA AURORA CAMEROON 1903 NOW SHIPPING

Posted on April 25, 2017 by bostonjimmie

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 24, 2017 (Miami, Florida) April 24, 2017 – La Aurora is pleased to release the La Aurora 1903 Cameroon. The 1903 Cameroon is a line extension of the “time capsule” series, which also boasts the 1962 Corojo and 1987 Connecticut. These blends are dedicated to the years in which they began Read more about LA AURORA CAMEROON 1903 NOW SHIPPING[…]

BLTC Bishops Blend Vintage 2017 Shipping to Retailers

Posted on April 10, 2017 by bostonjimmie

PRESS RELEASE April 10, 2017 — Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce they are shipping Bishops Blend vintage 2017 to select retailers this week. “It’s great to get Bishops Blend back in the market. This is a very special cigar. It is a representation of how I have grown as a cigar Read more about BLTC Bishops Blend Vintage 2017 Shipping to Retailers[…]

Archetype Cigars: The Next Chapter from Ventura Cigars and Drew Estate

Posted on April 4, 2017 by bostonjimmie

For Immediate Release: CONTACT Rachel McKnett PR Manager Kretek International rachelmcknett@kretek.com Archetype Cigars: The Next Chapter Back in stock! Ventura Cigar Company is expanding distribution of archetype chapter 2. Back by popular demand, Ventura Cigar Company is pleased to announce that the Archetype Chapter 2 Cigars, Initiation and Axis Mundi, have been restocked, and will Read more about Archetype Cigars: The Next Chapter from Ventura Cigars and Drew Estate[…]

Stephan Qarimi joins the Drew Estate International Team

Posted on March 20, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Stephan Qarimi joins the Drew Estate International Team Monday, March 20, 2017 — Miami, FL – Drew Estate announced today the expansion of their international sales team to include Stephan Qarimi as International Market Manager and Director of Travel Retail. Drew Estate products are currently distributed in over 50 countries as part of the company’s Read more about Stephan Qarimi joins the Drew Estate International Team[…]

Southern Draw Cigars ships the Rose of Sharon – Spring has Arrived

Posted on March 20, 2017 by bostonjimmie

Back in August of last year, Southern Draw Cigars announced the introduction of some new blends to entice the palates of their growing following. One of those announcements was the Rose of Sharon. Having planted the seeds of interest back in August, the Rose of Sharon has come to blossom today. Robert and Sharon Holt of Read more about Southern Draw Cigars ships the Rose of Sharon – Spring has Arrived[…]

Congressman Bill Posey (R-FL) Testifies Against Cigar Regulation

Posted on March 10, 2017March 10, 2017 by bostonjimmie

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 2017 Yesterday Congressman Bill Posey (R-FL) testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture about the need for appropriations language exempting premium cigars from the FDA’s deeming rule. This testimony came during the Appropriations Committee’s annual members’ day. IPCPR applauds Congressman Posey and extends our thanks on behalf of Read more about Congressman Bill Posey (R-FL) Testifies Against Cigar Regulation[…]