The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced that it has terminated its contract with one of its lobbying firms, Federal Advocates. The announcement comes hours after the FBI raided the home of Michael Esposito, founder of the firm. According to media reports, Esposito’s home was raided in search of evidence of financial fraud. The Washington […]
“The Toro line extension certainly is worthy of being considered in the category of elite releases for 2019.” Wrapper: Authentic Corojo Binder: Authentic Corojo Filler: Authentic Corojo Country of Origin: Honduras Factory: Las Lomas Toro: 52 x 6 Price: $14.00 Review: Aladino Corojo Reserva Toro by JRE Tobacco Co. (9/30/19) Appearances on Countdown (By Year/Brand): 4 […]
On the first full day of business for the new decade, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued final guidance on how it plans to enforce regulations around deemed tobacco products that do not have the proper pre-market authorization. At the top of the list are flavored ENDS (Electronic Nicotine Delivery System) products. At the […]
“..the Tyrannical Buc Maduro Dobles scores well in the most important category – flavor…In fact, this might be Jas Sum Kral’s best release to date.” Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa) Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega and Estelí), Pennsylvania Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacalera de Aragon Dobles: 6 1/2 x 50 Price: $10.50 Review: Jas Sum Kral […]
Royal Agio Cigars is now a part of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG). Today STG has announced it has completed its acquisition of Royal Agio Cigars. On September 16, Scandinavian Tobacco Group announced its intent to acquire Royal Agio Cigars. The transaction was pending regulatory approvals which have now been completed. While many in the U.S. […]
“When it comes to the Aladino Maduro line, the new Corona addition currently is the ‘belle of the ball’.” Wrapper: San Andres Maduro Binder: Honduran Filler: Honduran Country of Origin: Honduras Factory: Las Lomas Corona: 44 x 5 Price: $6.50 Review: Aladino Maduro Corona by JRE Tobacco Co. (9/9/19) Appearances on Countdown (By Year/Brand): 4 (2016, […]
For the ninth consecutive year, we bring you our selections and analysis for the Top 12 cigar industry news stories and themes for the year. Unlike how we consider cigars for our Cigar of the Year Countdown, these news story selections are based on the actual calendar year for 2019. These stories are individual […]
“I think the time was right to turn Laranja into its own brand and making a maduro offering was the perfect complement. …It’s a profile that’s very different for Espinosa’s profile, but one that is quite satisfying.” Wrapper: Brazilian Mata Fina Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: San Lotano Corona Gorda: 6 […]
As we head into a new year, it’s time for the Awards Season for 2019. Moving into a new decade also means, there will be a couple of additions for decade honors. It all kicks off on 12/31, as we recap the Top 12 Cigar Stories/Themes for 2019. This is the ninth annual year for […]
“Over the past few years, Bellody has built an excellent portfolio of cigar offerings and with the PLM Robusto, he has taken things to the next level. It’s also as good a San Andres cigar as I have had out of Tabacalera La Alianza.” Wrapper: San Andres Maduro Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican Country of […]
“While the flavor notes of mocha, pepper, and earth might seem common for a maduro cigar, there was something intangible about these flavors that really clicked with the Aganorsa Leaf Signature Maduro Robusto.” Wrapper: Shade Grown Corojo ’99 Maduro (Jalapa) Binder: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan (including Medio Tiempo) Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: Tabacos Valle […]
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 […]
