Selected Tobacco has announced three ultra-premium Byron-branded porcelain ashtrays. The ashtrays pay homage to the flower of the tobacco plant and the history of the Byron brand. While each of the ashtrays in the collection is meant to capture the essence of the tobacco plant’s flower, the color scheme of each ashtray ties in with […]
Cigar Industry Report: Edition 555 (9/16/23)
The Cigar Industry Report is a one-stop place to catch up on the activity here at Cigar Coop. It combines 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 at 8am Eastern Time. […]
Cigar News: C.Gars Ltd Announces Opening of Scotland’s First La Casa Del Habano
On September 12, C.Gars Ltd had the official grand opening for the first ever La Casa del Habano (LCDH) in Scotland. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland, it is intended to be not just a cigar store, but also a luxury lifestyle experience featuring a bar and many other amenities. “We have developed a comprehensive database of […]
Cigar News: Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co Launches Santiago Valladares as European Exclusive
At InterTabac 2023, Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co will introduce Santiago Valladares. This is a new regular production line that will be exclusive to the European market, and it reflects the growing popularity of the Oscar Valladares portfolio in Europe. Santiago Valladares is named for company founder Oscar Valladares’ son. The blend consists of a […]
Cigar News: Aganorsa Leaf Announces Supreme Leaf Perfecto
Aganorsa Leaf has announced the seventh iteration of its Supreme Leaf line. This time, the Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf will come in the form of a 6 x 54 perfecto. For the first time, this release will only be offered to Aganorsa Leaf Select Partners. “Our Aganorsa Leaf Select Partners choose each year to make […]
Cigar News: JR Cigar to Release Crafted By JR: Crowned Heads
Over the years, JR Cigar has collaborated for many releases under the “Crafted By” umbrella. Now, JR Cigars will take a new step with the JR Cigar team taking a more active role in the collaboration. JR is introducing the “Crafted by JR” umbrella, which will showcase the talents of the JR team. The first […]
Cigar News: Black Label Trading Co Bishops Blend Novemdiales Set to Hit Retailers
At the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Oveja Negra Brands showcased a new limited edition iteration of its popular Black Label Trading Co Bishops Blend line, the Bishops Blend Novemdiales. This week, Oveja Negra Brands will begin shipping the line. The Bishops Blend Novemdiales was created as a part of Black Label Trading […]
Cigar News: Robert Wright Named C.L.E. Cigar Company National Sales Manager
C.L.E. Cigar Company has announced that Robert Wright will become its new National Sales Manager. Wright has been with C.L.E. since 2012. He assumes the role previously filled by Asylum Cigars co-owner Tom Lazuka, who has been in that role since 2012. Lazuka will retain the title of Vice President of Sales and still will […]
Cigar News: Meerapfel Master Blend Ernest Details Announced
Meerapfel Cigars is getting ready to release the third installment of its Master Blend series, the Ernest. It’s a blend that pays homage to the great-grandfather of company owner Jeremiah Meerapfel. . “My great grandfather Ernest’s exodus was the epitome of curiosity and bravery that our family members have always carried in their hearts; a […]
Cigar News: Altadis U.S.A. Announces Trinidad Espiritu No. 3
Altadis U.S.A. has announced the third installment of its Trinidad Espiritu series, the Trinidad Espiritu No. 3. Trinidad Espiritu No.3 pays homage to Mexican heritage and culture in its packaging and blend. In a blend created by Rafael Nodal and AJ Fernandez, the Trinidad Espiritu No. 3 features an extra-fermented San Andres wrapper over binder […]