Arturo Fuente’s long-awaited Don Carlos Eye of the Bull had a premiere launch in Brussels, Belgium. The launch event was held at Cercle Roya Gaulous, described as a prestigious private gentleman’s club. The Eye of the Bull is being launched to U.S. retailers next month at the 2023 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. Joshua Meerapfel, […]
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Cigar News: Artista Cigars Ships Harvest & Midnight Lines
Artista Cigars has announced it is shipping its Artista Series line to U.S. retailers today. This line was first previewed at the 2022 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show as a part of the company’s brand restructuring. There are two distinct blends in the Artista Series, Artista Harvest and Artista Midnight. The new lines will […]
Cigar News: El Septimo Empress of Sheba to Debut at 2023 PCA Trade Show
At the 2023 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show, El Septimo Geneva will introduce the Empress of Sheba. This is a new extension to El Septum’s Emperor Collection, a line of cigars that pays homage to various historical rulers. The Empress of Sheba is a 6 x 60 Maduro Gordo. Empress Sheba (also known as Queen […]
Cigar News: Espinosa Cigars Releases 601 La Bomba Warhead IX
Espinosa Cigars has shipped the latest release of its 601 La Bomba Warhead series, the Warhead IX. This is a Nicaraguan puro highlighted by a broadleaf wrapper. This year the Warhead IX is a 6 x 56 perfecto. It will be packaged in ten-count boxes with a total allocation of 5,000 boxes. Pricing is set […]
Feature Story: Serafin de Cuba to Make PCA Debut
This year we are introducing a new installment to our coverage of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show where we will selectively highlight some existing companies making their Trade Show debut. Today we will highlight Serafin de Cuba. The company has a rich history going back to the 19th century and spreads five generations. […]
Cigar News: Foundation Cigar Company Adding Charter Oak Pegnataro and Pasquale
Foundation Cigar Company has announced two extensions for its Charter Oak brand. These are limited production, more-premium offerings for Charter Oak. The two Charter Oak extensions, Pegnataro and Pasquale are named for the grandfathers of Foundation Cigar Company owner, Nicholas Melillo. The cigars will be launched at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) 2023 Trade Show. […]
Cigar News: Les Fines Lames Releases New Version of Punch Bracelet
Les Fines Lames has released an updated version of its Punch Bracelet. It’s a cigar accessory that provides a mix of fashion and functionality. The Punch Bracelet is a fashion accessory that features a 7mm punch cutter nestled directly in the bracelet. It is a unisex item that is meant to fit all smokers’ wrists […]
Cigar News: Dissident ReVolt to Launch at PCA 2023
At the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Dissident Cigars will release its latest limited edition cigar, the ReVolt. The ReVolt is a barber-pole offering featuring Corojo and Ecuadorian Maduro wrappers over an Ecuadorian binder and fillers from Nicaragua. The cigar is being released in one size – a 5 x 50 Robusto. Pricing […]
Cigar Review: Crowned Heads Las Calaveras Edición Limitada 2022 LC52
When you look at annual limited edition series releases, one that has to certainly be on the list of iconic collections is Crowned Heads Las Calaveras line. Las Calaveras was launched in 2014, and it is the first release that Crowned Heads would do with the My Father Cigars factory. The name “Las Calaveras” translates […]
Cigar News: Oliva Serie V Roaring Twenties Super Limited Edition Bringing $300.00 Price Tag
Oliva Cigar Company is entering the world of ultra-premium cigar. Today the company announced its most expensive and premium cigar to date, the Oliva Serie V Roaring Twenties Super Limited Edition. This is a cigar that will be priced at $300.00 per cigar. The details of the cigar were first reported by Cigar Aficionado. […]