In 1988, Avo Uvezian would partner with Henke Kelner to release his own brand of cigars. Now 30 years later, the brand commemorates three decades in the cigar business with a series of releases that includes a new blend, the return of some old favorites, and some special collector’s edition packaging. The releases are planned […]
Announcement: Prime Time Special Edition #23: Tuesday 2/13 9:15pm Eastern, 8:15pm Central
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It’s a jam-packed Special Edition #23. For our Big Story, Bear and I talk about our Davidoff Viaje Al Origen visit to the Davidoff operations in the Dominican Republic. Plus we revisit our lab experiment of aging a Todos Las Dias, discuss some more of the recent acquisitions in the cigar industry, and touch on […]
Cigar News: Oettinger Davidoff AG Names Jim Young Chief Commercial Officer
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Jim Young, President of Davidoff North America, will take on an expanded role. Today parent company Oettinger Davidoff AG named Young to the newly created position of Chief Commercial Officer. According to Davidoff, the goal will be “to help drive sales excellence and share best practices across all markets.” Young will report to Beat Hauenstein, […]
Cigar Coop Prime Time Special Edition 21: A Conversation with Henke Kelner and Eladio Diaz
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Join Coop and Bear as they journey to the Dominican Republic and have a conversation with Davidoff Master Blenders Henke Kelner and Eladio Diaz. Plus we were also joined by Henke’s son Klaas Peter. This is a rare occasion where both Mr. Kelner and Mr. Diaz have been interviewed together, so you won’t want to […]
Cigar News: Oettinger Davidoff AG Announces Series of Executive Management Changes
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The management changes at Davidoff continue. Today Davidoff announced changes in a number of its key corporate leadership positions. The primary change is that Edward Simon is now the new leader of Davidoff’s Global Marketing & Innovation job. Simon takes over for Charles Awad, whom Davidoff says is departing the company. Simon is best known […]
2017 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #10: Davidoff – The Master Selection 2016
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“While this cigar carries a premium price tag, it certainly delivers an outstanding experience and is worthy of being an ultra-premium cigar.” Wrapper: Dominican Binder: San Vicente Mejorado Filler: Estelí and Condega Visus, Piloto Visus, San Vicente Mejorado Visus and Piloto Mejorado Visus Country of origin: Dominican Republic (Cigars Davidoff) Toro: 6 x 52 […]
Cigar News: Davidoff Expands Richard Krutick’s Role to Vice President of Marketing and Retail
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Davidoff of Geneva has named Richard Krutick its new Vice President of Marketing in the U.S. The role is an expanded role for Krutick, as he previously served in the role of Vice President of Marketing for several Davidoff brands, including the Davidoff and S.T. Dupont. Krutick’s role will now add responsibilities for overseeing the Davidoff […]
2017 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #15: Davidoff Nicaragua 6 x 60
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“While this might surprise many, I found the Davidoff Nicaragua 6 x 60 to be one of the best sizes of the line.” Wrapper: Habano Seed Nicaragua Rosado Binder: Habano Jalapa Filler: Estelí Viso, Condegas Ligero, Ometepe Viso and Estelí Ligero Country of Origin: Dominican Republic (TABADOM) 6 x 60: 6 x 60 Price: $19.20 Review: Davidoff Nicaragua 6 x 60 (6/14/17) […]
Cigar News: Davidoff to Commemorate 50th Anniversary of Brand in 2018
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It was in 1968 when Davidoff first launched its Davidoff-branded White Label cigars. With 2018 marking the 50th anniversary, Davidoff is planning a series of activities to commemorate the milestone. Activities include a series of events, specialty commissioned cigars and accessories, and special bands that will adorn several of the White Label releases. “This is […]
Cigar Review: Davidoff Year of the Dog Limited Edition 2018
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Last month, Davidoff released the latest installment of its Chinese Zodiac series, the Davidoff Year of the Dog Limited Edition 2018. The ultra-premium series is one that is highly anticipated each year by Davidoff cigar enthusiasts. While the start of the Chinese New Year falls in between January 21st and February 20th, Davidoff typically puts out […]