In the Iberian Peninsula, the term “Pata Negra” evokes tradition and exclusivity. At Joya de Nicaragua, they present the Antaño CT Pata Negra 2025, an extra-aged and refined version of one of our most acclaimed blends, crafted exclusively for our friends in Spain. Since its launch, Antaño CT has represented a unique proposition in the Read more about Cigar News: Joya De Nicaragua Introduces the Antaño CT Pata Negra 2025[…]
Artesano Del Tobacco is excited to announce the launch of its latest addition to the acclaimed EL Pulpo cigar line: the new EL Pulpo Perfecto, affectionately named “THE SQUID.” This remarkable Perfecto measures an elegant 6.5 x 60 box-pressed format and will begin shipping to cigar stores nationwide on Thursday, August 28th, 2025. “The SQUID” Read more about Cigar News: Artesano Del Tobacco Announces EL Pulpo Perfecto “The Squid”[…]
Crowned Heads is excited to announce an all-new brand extension to its highly sought-after brand, Blood Medicine, the Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025. B-Positive is a riff on the original Blood Medicine blend, which originally began as an event-only cigar in 2022, and then introduced as a one-size limited edition release in 2024, and most Read more about Cigar News: Crowned Heads Announces Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025[…]
Quality Importers Trading Company® (QI), a global leader in premium cigar accessories and humidors, proudly celebrates the opening of an exclusive XIKAR® Lounge at the new Aficionado’s Cigars and Wine store in Pembroke Pines, Florida. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in QI’s mission to elevate the cigar aficionado experience through innovative products and exceptional Read more about Cigar News: Quality Importers Trading Company® and Aficionado’s Cigars and Wine Celebrate the Opening of XIKAR® Lounge[…]
The United Cigar and J.C. Newman El Baton Cameroon Firecracker collaboration ships to Firecracker Retailers at the end of the month. This partnership marks the first time J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has created a Firecracker, all in honor of the 60th anniversary of Stanford J. Newman’s discovery of Cameroon tobacco. The El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Read more about Cigar News: United Cigar and J.C. Newman El Baton Cameroon Firecracker Collaboration Shipping[…]
Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the release of the TRIFOIUM as an Oak Glen Tobacconist exclusive. The cigar is hand-crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. James Brown, creator of BLTC and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra, stated: “I’m honored to be making the Anniversary Cigar for Oak Glen Tobacconist. They Read more about Cigar News: Black Label Trading Company Announces Oak Glen Tobacconist Exclusive – TRIFOIUM[…]
Casa Carrillo Cigars proudly announces the release of the Encore Black Bulwarks, shipping to select retailers this week. This bold new vitola continues the legacy of the acclaimed Encore line—first recognized when the Encore Majestic earned Cigar Aficionado’s #1 Cigar of the Year in 2018. Following the successful debut of the first Encore Black (5 Read more about Cigar News: Casa Carrillo Cigars Announces Encore Black Bulwarks Begins Shipping This Week[…]
In honor of Lieutenant Chris Watson’s 31 years of dedicated service in law enforcement, and raise awareness and funds to support the fight to defeat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Lou Cross of Lure Cigars was approached by his friend and retail partner, Stephen Frank, with an idea: to create a cigar honoring Lt. Chris Watson Read more about Cigar News: Lure Cigars Announces “The Bluefish” To Raise Funds To Defeat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)[…]
The family is growing. Starting this month, Nativo Casa de Marcas, the commercial arm of Joya de Nicaragua in Spain, will serve as the new commercial agent for Quesada Cigars in the Iberian Peninsula—one of the most respected and beloved cigar houses from the Dominican Republic. This alliance marks a milestone for Nativo, which until Read more about Cigar News: Quesada Cigars Appoints Nativo Casa de Marcas as Its New Commercial Agent in Spain[…]
The owners of Patina Cigars and Viso Horny are proud to announce that their new collaborative cigar, Patina y Viso Verdigris, is shipping to retailers this week. Verdigris is a 5 x 52 robusto that has a blend described as: The Patina y Viso Horny “Verdigris” is produced at Nicaragua American Cigars S.A. The Patina Read more about Cigar News: Patina y Viso Horny “Verdigris” Ships to Retailers This Week[…]
CAO announces the release of Stokk, the latest addition to its Arcana series and the brand’s most experimental blend to date. Crafted in collaboration with the legendary Danish pipe tobacco brand Peter Stokkebye, CAO Stokk delivers something not often seen in the world of cigars — a blend that transforms mid-smoke. Rolled at STG Estelí Read more about Cigar News: CAO Announces Release of Stokk[…]
We lost a cigar legend this week. Heinrich Villiger passed away peacefully on 25 July 2025 at the age of 95, his family announced today. Heinrich Villiger was an active Chairman of the Board of Villiger Söhne Holding AG and Villiger Söhne AG until the end and was the third generation of the cigar manufacturer’s Read more about Cigar News: Rest in Peace – Heinrich Villiger[…]
In this world of cigar price escalation and inflation, CAO has flipped the script and is expanding its portfolio with the launch of Surplus by CAO, a trio of approachable cigars designed to deliver the brand’s globally inspired craftsmanship at a competitive price point. Available in Shade, Maduro and Sweet, Surplus is crafted for the Read more about Cigar News: CAO Introduces the “Surplus” Line – A New Way To Experience Quality Blends[…]
Alec Bradley announces the launch of Kintsugi Wabi Sabi, a limited-edition follow-up to one of the brand’s most celebrated cigars. Shipping August 1, this release draws inspiration from the Japanese concept of wabi sabi, the belief that there’s beauty in imperfection, authenticity and the natural passage of time. Crafted by renowned blender AJ Fernandez in Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Introduces the Kintsugi Wabi Sabi[…]