One of the many first-time exhibitors at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show was Valacari Cigars. Founded by Tallahassee retailer Nimmer Ahmad, the company works with Tabacalera Pages de Nicaragua S.A. in Nicaragua to make its cigars. While a first-time exhibitor, Valacari has been in business since 2016.
Over the past year, Valacari has expanded its core lines. A few months ago, the company introduced Astronomia, a Connecticut Broadleaf offering. Now at PCA 2025, Valacari Cigars introduced Lumineer, a Habano 2000 blend. This blend has been ready since 2021. Although the company has produced batches since then, this is the first time Lumineer is being made available to the public.
Other cigars in the Valacari lineup include: The Messenger (Connecticut Shade), Neoclassic (Habano), and Nobility (San Andres).
Interview with Nimmer Ahmad, Valacari Cigars
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