The International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers Association kicked off their Annual Convention and International Trade Show in Las Vegas Nevada at the Sands Convention Center. At the trade show, special guests included NFL Hall of Fame Coach Mike Ditka and Congressmen Bill Posey of Florida who spoke out against the increased threat of […]
News: Steve Saka Retires From Drew Estate
Steve Saka (Cigar Coop photo) In an announement that sent many shockwaves throughout the cigar business on the eve of the 2013 IPCPR, Steve Saka is retiring from Drew Estate. Saka’s retirement is effective on July 11th. Saka rose through the ranks of the cigar industry. He is considered a pioneer in online media where […]
News: Ezra Zion Announces Honor Series FHK
At the 2013 IPCPR Trade Show, Ezra Zion Cigar Company officially announced their second installment of their Honor Series. This cigar will be known as the Ezra Zion Honor Series FHK. The announcement was made at a social media seminar being held at the trade conference sponsored by Ezra Zion Cigars. The FHK came is […]
Cigar Week Wrap: Volume 2, Number 26 (7/13/13)
The Cigar Week Wrap is a one stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of our news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. We will throw in a few bonus items from time to time as well. Our intent is to […]
News: Raices Cubanas 1941 to be Joint Effort Between Alec Bradley and Famed Factory
Photo linked Alec Bradley Cigars Facebook page Alec Bradley Cigars has announced the Raices Cubanas 1941 cigar. The cigar is named for the famed Raices Cubanas factory in Danli, Honduras. This the the same factory that makes many cigars in the Alec Bradley portfolio. The cigar is anticipated to be launched at the 2013 IPCPR […]
News: La Flor Dominicana to Release 2013 Vintage of Litto Gomez Diez
At the 2013 IPCPR Trade Show, La Flor Dominicana will release the 2013 Vintage of its Litto Gomez Diez line. Information on this announcement was provided in a recent press release received by Cigar Coop by La Flor Dominicana. The Litto Gomez Diez line is a cigar that is comprised of Dominican tobacco entirely from […]
News: Davidoff to launch Belicoso in Davidoff Nicaragua line
Davidoff Cigars will be adding a Belicoso to its recently announced Davidoff Nicaragua line. The Belicoso vitola will be launched in Las Vegas at the 2013 IPCPR Trade Show and showcased at an event being held at the Venetian Hotel Grand Canal Shoppes. The cigar will be packaged in a special limited edition humidor. The […]
Cigar Week Wrap: Volume 2, Number 25 (7/6/13)
The Cigar Week Wrap is a one stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It is a combination of our news reports, cigar reviews, and assessment updates we do throughout the week. We will throw in a few bonus items from time to time as well. Our intent is to […]
Cigar Preview: San Cristobal Revelation
Ashton Cigars is introducing a new blend to its San Cristobal family of cigars. According to a communication made to retailers, Ashton Cigars will be launching the San Cristobal Revelation. It is expected that the cigar will be showcased at the 2013 IPCPR Trade Show in Las Vegas. The cigars are expected to hit […]
News: La Flor Dominicana Colorado Oscuro Returns in 2013 for Annual Release
La Flor Dominicana Colorado Oscuro La Flor Dominicana has announced that there will be a 2013 release of its Colorado Oscuro blend. The cigar will once again be showcased at the 2013 IPCPR Trade Show starting July 14. Information on this announcement was communicated in a press release to Cigar Coop. It was at the […]