Late in 2017, came word that Cubanacan Cigars was repackaging and re-launching its self-titled premium cigar line. It was the company’s first major announcement in nearly two years. In 2015, the company separated with Hirochi Robaina and Omar González-Alemán resulting in the distribution of the HR and Soneros lines through Cubanacan coming to an end. […]
Prime Time Episode 43: Lawrence Miltenberger, Cubanacan Cigars
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On Episode 43, we welcome Lawrence Miltenberger of Cubanacan Cigars. We will chronicle Lawrence’s journey through the cigar industry and catch up on what’s new at Cubanacan. In our Debonaire Ideal segment, we talk with Winter Sports. Finally, in our Deliberation Segment, we will discuss cigar media and contests. < Don’t forget, you can catch […]
Announcement: Prime Time Show Episode 43 2/22/18 10pm Eastern, 7pm Pacific
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On Episode 43, we welcome Lawrence Miltenberger of Cubanacan Cigars. We will chronicle Lawrence’s journey through the cigar industry and catch up on what’s new at Cubanacan. In our Debonaire Ideal segment, we talk with Winter Sports. Finally, in our Deliberation Segment, we will discuss cigar media and contests. Tune in live at a 10pm […]
Cigar News: Cubanacan Cigars Introduces New Packaging for Core Line
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Cubanacan Cigars’ core line will have a new look. The company is rolling out new packaging for its core line. The company issued a press release announcing the details: “We at Cubanacan Cigars are proud to introduce the luxury packaging of our core line. With the collaboration of skilled artisans we poured our heart and […]
2015 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #4: Cubanacan HR Sublime (Part 27 of The Box Worthy 30)
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“Not only is this an outstanding cigar, but its a landmark cigar. It will not only be talked about as one of the best cigars for 2015, but a cigar I believe many will be talking about for years to come.” Wrapper: Ecuador Habano 2000 seed Hybrid Binder : Nicaraguan, Jalapa Filler: Nicaraguan, Esteli and […]
Cigar Review: Mederos Connecticut Torpedo by Cubanacan Cigars
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Just prior to the 2015 IPCPR Trade Show, Cubanacan Cigars announced what it termed a national launch of its Mederos line. The Mederos brand pays homage to the Mederos family, the owners of Cubanacan Cigars. This is not a new line to Cubanacan, as it has been around for the past five years. While the […]
Feature Story: Nate McIntyre Talks Percy Ray Cigars
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Many know Nate McIntyre as the current Eastern Sales Manager for Cubanacan Cigars and former National Sales Manager at House of Emilio. Recently, McIntyre added a new title to his resume – brand owner. Back in September, McIntyre announced the launch of his own cigar brand, Percy Ray Cigars. The brand is slated to have […]
Cigar News: Nate McIntyre to Launch Percy Ray Cigars
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Cubanacan Cigars Eastern Sales Manager, Nate McIntyre can now add brand owner to his resume. Today McIntyre announced the launch of “Percy Ray Cigars”. The project is being described as an annual limited edition that will be produced at the Cubanacan Cigars Factory S.A. in Nicaragua. McIntyre will continue to serve in his current role […]
Cigar News: Status of HR Still in Doubt as 2015 IPCPR Trade Show Closes
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A week before the 2015 IPCPR Trade Show came word that Hirochi Robaina forming a collaborative partnership with La Palina Cigars. At the same time, Robaina announced to the world he was ending his relationship with Cubanacan, with whom he collaborated with on the HR cigar. The situation was made more complicated when Robaina also announced the […]
Cigar News: Cubanacan Addresses Robaina Move, HR Line, and Factory Questions
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Last Friday, news broke that Hirochi Robaina told Cigar Aficionado that he was leaving Cubanacan Cigars. This was followed up by a report that La Corona factory in Esteli had broken ties with Cubanacan. Today Cubanacan commented on Robaina’s decision, stated that the HR brand remains a part of Cubanacan, and confirmed the company has not lost, nor ever have […]