2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 1

Well here we are, another year has gone by and hundreds of cigars have been sampled. Some I’ve reviewed and enjoyed and some have never made it past the halfway mark before they were left to die in the ash bin. But, as is the case every year, there are those which I reviewed that Read more about 2023 Cigar of the Year Candidates – Part 1[…]

Cigar News: Serafin de Cuba Cigars Files Trademark Infringement Against Fratello Cigars

Serafin de Cuba Cigars based out of Tarpon Springs, FL is a small locally owned cigar shop and factory that has been rebirthing defunct Tampa cigar brands from years past. One of those brands is the La Floridana – a classic Tampa Brand that was founded in the late 1800s by Cuban Cigar Maker Emilio Read more about Cigar News: Serafin de Cuba Cigars Files Trademark Infringement Against Fratello Cigars[…]

Cigar News: C.L.E. Cigar Company Announces Asylum 867 is Now Shipping

C.L.E. Cigar Company has announced that the Asylum 867 is now shipping. Asylum, recognized for its bold and edgy cigars, pushes the boundaries once again. The new variable for this blend is the heavy use of exotic and hard to find tobaccos. Asylum 867 was showcased at the 2023 PCA in Las Vegas this past Read more about Cigar News: C.L.E. Cigar Company Announces Asylum 867 is Now Shipping[…]

Cigar News: Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta Returns to Wooden Indian and Barrister Cigars!

Drew Estate announces today the 2023 release of the limited-edition Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta, an cigar exclusive to the two Liga Privada Lounges, Wooden Indian Tobacco Shop in Havertown, PA and Barrister Cigars in Union, NJ. The Pancetta will be available beginning December 13th 2023 when each of these exclusive retailers will host a special Read more about Cigar News: Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta Returns to Wooden Indian and Barrister Cigars![…]

Cigar News: LAMPERT CIGARS has Begun Shipping the “FAMILY RESERVE 2023”

LAMPERT CIGARS has begun shipping the “FAMILY RESERVE 2023” to retailers. While the cigar bands are changing, the rest of the cigar’s details remain the same. The “FAMILY RESERVE 2023” is a medium-bodied, full flavor cigar blended by none-other than Hendrik Kelner Jr., KELNER BOUTIQUE FACTORY (KBF). The limited release uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper Read more about Cigar News: LAMPERT CIGARS has Begun Shipping the “FAMILY RESERVE 2023”[…]

Cigar News: AVO Cigars Collaborates with World-Renowned DJ D-NICE for the Limited Edition “Avo Expressions 2024”

Avo Cigars, a leader in hand-made premium cigars, will collaborate with world-renowned DJ D-NICE for the limited edition “Avo Expressions 2024.” Only 2500, 15 count boxes will be created of this exclusive brand. The Avo Expressions line of cigars was created with the purpose of collaborating with individuals who are true experts in their craft, following in the Read more about Cigar News: AVO Cigars Collaborates with World-Renowned DJ D-NICE for the Limited Edition “Avo Expressions 2024”[…]

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Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio Announce Price Adjustment

Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio announce price adjustment effective January 1, 2024. The decision comes after a careful evaluation of the rising operational and industry-related costs that have been absorbed by the company over the past four years. In an unwavering commitment to maintain the premium tobacco and unmatched consistency of our Read more about Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio Announce Price Adjustment[…]

Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Introduces the Underrated Cigar

By creating the unexpected from the overlooked, Luciano Cigars provides customers with an experience beyond the ordinary: Underrated. Delightfully sweet and bold, Underrated is not just a cigar, but a statement. Constructed with meticulous care and intent, this cigar is the ethos of Luciano Cigars. Underrated showcases a remarkable fusion of premium leaves and innovative Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Introduces the Underrated Cigar[…]

Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group International Announces 25th Anniversary Beauty Cigar Shipping to Retailers

Gurkha’s 25th Anniversary Beauty sports a special blend created exclusively for this cigar.  It’s exquisite corojo wrapper is adorned with an ornate and holographic oversized band commanding the admiration it deserves.  Each cigar is encased in a one of a kind frosted glass tube with a rose gold specialty cap that is inscribed: Gurkha.  To Read more about Cigar News: Gurkha Cigar Group International Announces 25th Anniversary Beauty Cigar Shipping to Retailers[…]

Cigar News: Isabela Cigars Announces SKYFALL – Most Exotic Creative Aged Blend to Date

Isabela Cigars has announced their latest release, the SKYFALL. It is the company’s latest and most exotic creative aged blend to date. All tobaccos used are aged at different intervals before blending, to effect, the Identity Of ISABELA, twisting turning ever-changing flavor profiles. These cigars are Master-rolled by one of only 8 torcedores on the Read more about Cigar News: Isabela Cigars Announces SKYFALL – Most Exotic Creative Aged Blend to Date[…]

Cigar News: MB FUMA Cigars Releases Two New Lines

MB FUMA is a company you may not be aware of. It was founded in 2022 by Jared Michaeli Ingrisano, former president of Mombacho Cigars & co-founder of Favilli. Michael is releasing his own line of cigars under the brand name MB FUMA. The brand is inspired by the Italian culture built by those who Read more about Cigar News: MB FUMA Cigars Releases Two New Lines[…]

Cigar News: Alec Bradley TAA Exclusive Hits the Market

Alec Bradley TAA Edition, created for the Tobacconists Association of America, is now shipping. The blend previously debuted to retailers at the annual TAA convention which was held in March, 2023. Handcrafted at Raices Cubanas in Danli, Honduras, the blend is described as: The blend provides a medium-plus-bodied smoking experience with notes of cocoa, cedar, Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley TAA Exclusive Hits the Market[…]

Cigar News: La Gloria Cubana Releases Second Society Cigar

La Gloria Cubana has once again empowered its fans to develop a limited-edition blend. Called the La Gloria Cubana Society Cigar II, the expression is named after a group of cigar smokers called the “La Gloria Cubana Society” who frequently interact with the brand online through the LGC website and offline at La Gloria activations Read more about Cigar News: La Gloria Cubana Releases Second Society Cigar[…]

Cigar News: Plasencia Cigars Announces Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II is now Shipping

Plasencia Cigars,a world-leading premium tobacco grower established in 1865, announces that the Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II is now shipping to retailers. The blend was displayed at the 2023 PCA which took place in Las Vegas this past July. The Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II is an extension to the existing Alma Fuerte Read more about Cigar News: Plasencia Cigars Announces Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robustus II is now Shipping[…]