Each week, I have the opportunity to produce the news segment for KMA Talk Radio. On the Cigar Coop “blog,” we post replays of the shows the week following the date the show is aired. On September 17, 2022, Kevin Schweitzer of Vintage Rock-A-Feller Cigar Group was the special guest. Catch the full show below […]
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The Blog: KMA Episode 474: Smokin Tabacco Takeover with La Flor Dominicana
Each week, I have the opportunity to produce the news segment for KMA Talk Radio. On the Cigar Coop “blog,” we post replays of the shows the week following the date the show is aired. On September 10, 2022, the team at Smokin’ Tabacco hosted the show. The special guests included Litto Gomez, Tony Gomez, […]
The Blog: KMA Talk Radio Episode 473: Desiree Sylver, Drunk Chicken Cigars
Each week, I have the opportunity to produce the news segment for KMA Talk Radio. On the Cigar Coop “blog,” we post replays of the shows the week following the date the show is aired. On September 3, 2022, Desiree Sylver of Drunk Chicken Cigars was the special guest. Catch the full show below (Note: […]
The Blog: KMA Talk Radio Episode 472: Kurt Kendall, 7-20-4 Cigars
Each week, I have the opportunity to produce the news segment for KMA Talk Radio. On the Cigar Coop “blog,” we post replays of the shows the week following the date the show is aired. On August 27, 2022, Kurt Kendall of 7-20-4 Cigars was the special guest. While I was out this week, Garret […]
Cigar News: La Gloria Cubana Glorias Makes Debut in Belgium
Last month, Habanos S.A. launched the La Gloria Cubana Glorias, an exclusive offering for La Casa del Habano retailers. The launch took place at a gala dinner at the Autoworld Museum in Brussels, Belgium. The event was done in conjunction with Laguito 1492 NV, the exclusive distributor for Habanos S.A. In the Benelux region. “Because […]
Cigar Industry Report: Edition 511 (11/12/22)
The Cigar Industry Report is a one-stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of the news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. In addition, each week we will look back at Cigar Coop history. Look for this report every Saturday morning at […]
Cigar News: La Aurora Establishes U.S. Based Company; Will Assume Control of its U.S. Sales and Marketing in April 2023
La Aurora Cigars has announced the formation of La Aurora USA LLC (LUSA). With the establishment of this new entity, LUSA will assume from Miami Cigar and Company all sales and marketing efforts for La Aurora’s cigar brands in the U.S. At 30+ years, this ends one of the longest sales and distribution agreements […]
Announcement: Prime Time Episode 249 – Fred Rewey, Illusione Cigars
On Episode 249, Fred Rewey returns to Prime Time for a very special episode! Fred’s got a new gig at Illusione Cigars, and we’ll talk about what he’s doing and what’s going on at Illusione Cigars. It’s the perfect time of the year as Fred’s beloved McRib sandwich is now available. Tonight we will […]
Cigar News: LH Premium Cigars Launches Nikós
LH Premium Cigars has begun rolling out an extension to its popular Nick line called Nikós. It’s a stronger and bolder blend than what has been seen by LH Cigars before. Nikós pays homage to LH owner Nicholas Syris’ Greek roots. Much like the name Nick is derived from Nicolas, the name Nikós is derived […]
Cigar News: Proposition 31 Approved – Flavor Tobacco Ban for California Goes Into Effect Jan 1, 2023
Voters in California have approved Proposition 31. This proposition provided voters an opportunity to uphold or veto a flavored tobacco ban that was passed back in 2020 under Senate Bill 793. While the ban was upheld, there is language in the legislation that provided exemptions for premium cigars and loose-leaf tobacco. Under the proposition: A […]