Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co., Mayor Jane Castor, and Congresswoman Kathy Castor to Break Ground on Cigar Workers Park on Nov 18

Since the first cigar factory opened in Tampa in 1886, hundreds of thousands of people have worked hard to roll the best cigars in the world. As a handcrafted, labor-intensive product, cigars are difficult to roll well, and one mistake will ruin a cigar. It is because of the hard work, dedication, and craftsmanship of Read more about Cigar News: J.C. Newman Cigar Co., Mayor Jane Castor, and Congresswoman Kathy Castor to Break Ground on Cigar Workers Park on Nov 18[…]

Cigar News: Drew Estate To Rock Participating Drew Diplomat Program Members in U.S. with BLACKENED Cigars “M81”

Unveiled during Drew Estate’s “Freestyle Live: Special Edition” broadcast on Sept. 28, and then sampled at the Kentucky Barn Smoker and Drew Estate Presents—Savage Feast, BLACKENED Cigars “M81” by Drew Estate is now shipping to participating Drew Diplomat Program members in the United States.   James Hetfield of Metallica states: “BLACKENED Cigars ‘M81’ by Drew Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate To Rock Participating Drew Diplomat Program Members in U.S. with <strong>BLACKENED Cigars “M81”</strong>[…]

Cigar News: Plasencia Set to Release Limited Edition Plasencia Ehtëfal

Plasencia Cigars, a world-leading premium tobacco grower, established in 1865, announces the release of the limited edition Plasencia Ehtëfal. The word Ehtëfal is Arabic for celebration. The Plasencia Ehtëfal will make its official launch in Qatar, the home of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Only 2,500 boxes of the limited edition Plasencia Ehtëfal were created Read more about Cigar News: Plasencia Set to Release Limited Edition Plasencia Ehtëfal[…]

Cigar News: Eric Newman Inducted into Cigar Hall of Fame

This week, Cigar Aficionado magazine inducted Eric Newman, president and third-generation owner of J.C. Newman Cigar Co., into its Cigar Hall of Fame.  Established in 1997, the Cigar Hall of Fame has recognized 23 leaders for their extraordinary lifetime achievements in the cigar industry.  Eric’s father, Stanford J. Newman, was in the inaugural Cigar Hall of Fame Read more about Cigar News: Eric Newman Inducted into Cigar Hall of Fame[…]

Cigar News: LH Premium Cigars Announces the Nikos Extension to the Nick Line

LH Premium Cigars is adding another extension to its “Nick” line of cigars. The name, “Nikos” is the Greek version of “Nick.”  Paying homage to LH Owner Nicholas Syris’ Greek roots.  “ My Parents always called me Niko, naming it Nikos is also a way I remember them.”  According to LH Owner, Nicholas Syris: “Many LH Read more about Cigar News: LH Premium Cigars Announces the Nikos Extension to the Nick Line[…]

Cigar News: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust® (DTT) Begins Shipping Annual Holiday Release of StillWell Star®

Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust® (DTT) has announced they started shipping the inaugural annual Holiday release of its StillWell Star® handcrafted luxury pipe tobacco cigar to its Purveyors on October 27th, 2022.Simply dubbed the “Holiday Y2022”, it is a liga of traditional black cigar tobaccos combined with a unique custom crafted aromatic pipe blend from the Read more about Cigar News: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust® (DTT) Begins Shipping Annual Holiday Release of StillWell Star®[…]

Cigar News: Emperors Cut Cigars Announces the Red Tail Series

The Emperors Group LLC, the parent company of Emperors Cut Cigars has announced the launch of its fourth cigar line, Red Tail Series. The Red Tail Series is a celebration of the Tuskegee Airmen who were a group of primarily African American military pilots (fighter and bomber) and airmen who fought in World War II. They formed Read more about Cigar News: Emperors Cut Cigars Announces the Red Tail Series[…]

Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces First Limited Edition Release From NACSA, “Azul y Oro”

Crowned Heads is proud to announce its first limited edition release working with Nicaraguan American Cigars S.A. (NACSA), “Azul y Oro.” The genesis of this project dates back to 2011. During Spring of that year, Mike Conder and Jon Huber traveled to Nicaragua to explore manufacturing opportunities and the premium cigar landscape at that time. Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces First Limited Edition Release From NACSA, “Azul y Oro”[…]

Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Launches US Distribution, Announces Dream Team Members, and Portfolio Line-Up

Luciano USA LLC, DBA Luciano Cigars, announced today that it is launching US distribution from its West Palm Beach, FL warehouse, with an expanded executive and sales team. In September, Luciano Cigars announced a re-brand from its former name, Ace Prime, and re-named its entire operation including Esteli, Nicaragua-based tobacco processing, factory and farms, enabling Read more about Cigar News: Luciano Cigars Launches US Distribution, Announces Dream Team Members, and Portfolio Line-Up[…]

Cigar News: 2022 Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta Returns to Barrister Cigars and Wooden Indian Tobacco Shop

The limited-edition Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta (4 ¾ x 50, Short Belicoso) is returning once again to Wooden Indian Tobacco Shop in Havertown, Pa., and Barrister Cigars in Union, N.J. Like all the earlier Pancetta releases, the 2022 edition will be available exclusively at the two stores. A union of two beloved powerhouse Liga Read more about Cigar News: 2022 Liga Privada Unico Serie Pancetta Returns to Barrister Cigars and Wooden Indian Tobacco Shop[…]

Cigar News: Fratello Cigars Announces the La Floridan

Fratello Cigars is pleased to announce the launch of La Floridan. La Floridan will make its debut in October 2022 at ABC Fine Wine and Spirits. Initial production is set to 12,000 Cigars. La Floridan dates to 1909 and was originally manufactured in Tampa Florida. Omar de Frias Noted: “I find historical cigar brands fascinating. Read more about Cigar News: Fratello Cigars Announces the La Floridan[…]

Cigar News: Drew Estate’s Liga Privada Unico Serie UF-4 Returns Exclusively for Casa de Montecristo Chicago

Since 2010, Casa de Montecristo in Countryside, Illinois, has been the exclusive home for Drew Estate’s annual limited-edition Liga Privada Unico Serie UF-4 (6 x 52 Toro). As in previous years, the 2022 UF-4 will debut during Casa de Montecristo’s annual Halloween Costume Party, which the store will host on Oct. 27. Jonathan Drew, Founder Read more about Cigar News: Drew Estate’s Liga Privada Unico Serie UF-4 Returns Exclusively for Casa de Montecristo Chicago[…]

Cigar News: Cigar Dojo and Protocol Cigars Announce Limited Edition Protocol Tenure

Cigar Dojo and Protocol Cigars are set to introduce their fourth collaboration, celebrating the Dojo’s 10th anniversary with the limited-edition Protocol Tenure cigar. Beginning with 2018’s K9 release, the Dojo/Protocol duo have continued the theme of gear, weaponry, and other tools at the disposal of law enforcement, including successive releases Night Stick and Taser. However, the Protocol Tenure takes Read more about Cigar News: Cigar Dojo and Protocol Cigars Announce Limited Edition Protocol Tenure[…]

Cigar News: Hiram & Solomon Cigars Partners With SZ Wholesale for Exclusive US Distribution

With continued growth and success in the premium cigar business, Hiram & Solomon has announced SZ Wholesale has been selected as their exclusive US distribution partner. SZ Wholesale is a Pennsylvania-based cigars and accessories wholesaler that serves customers throughout the US. Fouad & Romy Kashouty; Owners of Hiram & Solomon Cigars noted: “We are excited Read more about Cigar News: Hiram & Solomon Cigars Partners With SZ Wholesale for Exclusive US Distribution[…]