A few weeks ago, Drew Estate announced it would soon be announcing a cigar. The cigar was soft-launched as an unbanded “mystery” cigar as a part of its latest Freestyle Live release. That cigar has turned out to be the Nica Rustica Adobe. The Nica Rustica brand is Drew Estate’s homage and tribute to Estelí, […]
Tabacalera Perdomo has announced that Tor Imports will import and distribute Perdomo Cigars in the United Kingdom starting on the 20th of May. This was announced at the grand opening night of the British Cigar Trade Show (IGNITE 2022). The launch will include the Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Connecticut and Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Maduro. […]
Drew Estate announced the return of two limited edition lanceros under the Herrera Estelí line, the Herrera Estelí Habano Lancero, and the Herrera Estelí Connecticut Broadleaf Lancero for 2022. Both cigars will be exclusive to Drew Diplomat retailers and are scheduled to ship in July. The Herrera Estelí Habano Lancero made its debut in 2014, and […]
La Flor Dominicana will once again be releasing a pair of exclusive cigars for the Tobacconists Association of America (TAA). Known as La Flor Dominicana The Golden Salomon, it’s an offering that will be made in both Natural and Maduro wrapper options. The Golden Salomon is based off the La Flor Dominicana’s Golden Anniversary blend, […]
Rick Rodriguez’s retirement has lasted ten days. Today Rodriguez confirmed a story on his social media pages published by Cigar Aficionado that he is returning to the cigar industry. Rodriguez, the former CAO Blender and Brand Ambassador, will be teaming up with Gus Martinez, also formerly of General Cigar Company, to launch West Tampa Tobacco Company. […]
The cancellation of the 2021 and 2022 editions of Festival de Habano due to the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in Habanos S.A. being unable to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Cohiba brand. While it’s not a full-blown festival, Habanos S.A. has announced it will hold a gala evening to commemorate Cohiba’s 55th anniversary. The event […]
Cavalier Genève has announced it is adding an event-exclusive cigar known as “This Blend is Undisclosed.” The name is indicative of the fact that Cavalier Genève is not disclosing any details on the blend. “This Blend is Undisclosed” is being produced in one size – a 6 x 44 vitola and available in ten-count bundles. […]
Eddie Tarazona, owner and founder of Tarazona Cigars, has announced his candidacy for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives representing Florida’s 18th district. Tarazona has filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission and is planning on running under the Republican Party. The Florida State primary is set for August 23, 2022. The […]
Klin Groupe LLC, owners of the Hammer + Sickle cigar and vodka has announced it is shutting down both brands. David Garofalo, owner of Two Guys Smoke Shop has announced he has acquired the remaining cigar inventory of Hammer + Sickle as well as ownership of the brands, and is acquiring Klin Groupe’s warehouse. Much […]
JRE Tobacco Company is adding a new offering under its Aladino line called Aladino Classic. Information first provided to Cigar Aficionado indicates that the Aladino Classic consists of 100% Honduran tobaccos including a Habano wrapper, Habano fillers, and an Authentic Corojo binder. The cigars will be available in four sizes: Corona (5 x 44), Robusto […]
