Eric Guttormson AKA Master Sensei

Joya de Nicaragua Revives Original Cuatro Cinco Blend with New “Secret Cask” Release

October 31, 2025

Joya de Nicaragua is reaching back to one of its most beloved cigars with the introduction of Cuatro Cinco “Secret Cask”, a project that brings back the character and blend profile of the original 2013 Cuatro C... Read More...

Altadis U.S.A. Introduces Aging Room Blue Amber with AJ Fernandez

Eric Guttormson

October 31, 2025

Press Releases

Altadis U.S.A. has announced a new addition to its Aging Room portfolio with the debut of Aging Room Blue Amber, a project developed by Rafael Nodal in collaboration with AJ Fernandez. The release marks the 15t... Read More...

BCA Introduces Inaugural Boutique Cigar Sampler

Eric Guttormson

October 31, 2025

Press Releases

The Boutique Cigar Association of America (BCA) is preparing to launch its first sampler pack this November, marking the start of a quarterly series focused on spotlighting small, family-owned cigar brands. The... Read More...

Fine Tobacco Club Launches Ledger Series with HVC Collaboration

Eric Guttormson

October 31, 2025

Press Releases

Fine Tobacco Club is launching a new project called the Ledger Series, kicking things off with a collaborative cigar made with HVC founder Reinier Lorenzo. The inaugural release, Ledger Series Vol. I, is design... Read More...

Cohiba Prepares Second C8 Release, Available November 2025

Eric Guttormson

October 30, 2025

Press Releases

Cohiba is bringing back its ultra-limited C8 cigar for 2025, marking the second release of the blend since it debuted last year. The cigar will once again be produced in very small quantities and offered only t... Read More...

Drew Estate Introduces New Deadwood Exclusive for Corona Cigar

Eric Guttormson

October 30, 2025

Press Releases

Drew Estate and Corona Cigar Co. are teaming up for a new Deadwood-themed release, introducing the “Girl With No Name” Double Perfecto as an exclusive offering for Corona’s retail locations and website. The cig... Read More...

Cavalier Genève Honors Roots With Swiss-Only Regional Edition

Eric Guttormson

October 30, 2025

Press Releases

Cavalier Genève has announced a new entry in its Regional Edition lineup, this time paying tribute to the brand’s birthplace with a cigar made exclusively for Switzerland. The project marks the second regional-... Read More...

2025 Alec Bradley Fine & Rare ANB-228 Announced for November Shipment

Eric Guttormson

October 30, 2025

Press Releases

Alec Bradley is preparing to ship the next installment of its annual Fine & Rare project: the Fine & Rare ANB-228, marking the 14th straight year for the series. The line is known for using 10 different tobacco... Read More...

La Aurora Unveils Limited Holiday Box Featuring Iconic Cigars

Eric Guttormson

October 29, 2025

Press Releases

La Aurora, the Dominican Republic’s oldest cigar factory, is embracing the holiday spirit with the release of its new Holiday Box, a limited-edition sampler arriving in early November. The collection was des... Read More...

Aganorsa and Cigars Daily Team Up for Rare Leaf Daily Edition Connecticut

Eric Guttormson

October 29, 2025

Press Releases

Aganorsa Leaf has partnered with Cigars Daily to introduce a new take on the Rare Leaf Reserve series: the Rare Leaf Reserve Daily Edition Connecticut. The collaboration marks the first time Aganorsa’s limited-... Read More...

Carlos Escalona Aligns with Don Emmanuel Cigars and Eladio Díaz

Eric Guttormson

October 29, 2025

Press Releases

Don Emmanuel Cigars, a boutique brand produced in collaboration with master blender Eladio Díaz, has announced the addition of Carlos Escalona, a longtime Davidoff of Geneva veteran, to its growing team. The... Read More...

Tatuaje Introduces Series P Honduras from New My Father Factory

Eric Guttormson

October 29, 2025

Press Releases

Tatuaje Cigars has expanded its long-running Series P lineup with a new Honduran-made version, dubbed Series P Honduras. The line marks a milestone for the brand, as it’s the first cigar produced for Tatuaje at... Read More...

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