Eric Guttormson AKA Master Sensei

Punch Introduces Double-Headed Wiener Cigar for Father’s Day

April 24, 2025

Punch Cigars has announced a new limited-edition cigar, Mr. Punch’s Wieners, set to release ahead of Father’s Day. The 6” x 50 double-headed parejo, which can be lit from either end, features a Dark Ecuadorian ... Read More...

La Aurora to Adjust Prices Amid Rising Costs

Eric Guttormson

April 24, 2025

Press Releases

La Aurora has announced a price adjustment across its cigar portfolio, effective May 1, 2025, citing increased production costs. The average increase will be 3.5%, with variations depending on the specific prod... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Survey Says! With Terence Reilly

Eric Guttormson

April 23, 2025

Smoke Night Live

Survey Says! Terence Reilly from Aganorsa Leaf joins the show to predict the results of our cigar consumer survey before we dive into the answers. How well does Terence understand the habits of premium cigar sm... Read More...

Alec Bradley Introduces Do Not Disturb

Eric Guttormson

April 23, 2025

Press Releases

Alec Bradley has announced a new cigar, Do Not Disturb (DND), designed for moments of relaxation. The cigar is made in the Dominican Republic at La Isla factory, featuring an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, a D... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – White Russian Cigar Pairings

Eric Guttormson

April 21, 2025

Flavor Odyssey

Careful, man, there's a beverage here! This week on Flavor Odyssey, our Big Screen Bracket Challenge continues with movie-themed cocktails. In this episode, the Dude abides as we dive into the iconic White Russ... Read More...

Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Ceramic Jar Shipping in June

Eric Guttormson

April 18, 2025

Press Releases

Altadis U.S.A. announced the upcoming release of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Heirloom Ceramic Jar, set to ship in June 2025. This limited-edition offering includes ten No. 2 cigars, each measurin... Read More...

Hiram & Solomon Marks 10 Years with Ashlar Cigar Release

Eric Guttormson

April 17, 2025

Press Releases

Hiram & Solomon Cigars is commemorating its 10th anniversary with the release of the Ashlar cigar, which debuted at the PCA 2025 in New Orleans. The cigar draws inspiration from the Masonic symbol of transforma... Read More...

PCA 2025 First Impressions Show

Eric Guttormson

April 16, 2025

Smoke Night Live

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show has concluded, and the burning question on everyone's mind is, "What are the best cigars from this year's show?" The Cigar Dojo team answers this question in our an... Read More...

Meerapfel Cigar Unveils 2025 Création Liberté at 2025 PCA Convention

Eric Guttormson

April 15, 2025

Press Releases

Meerapfel Cigar, a family business with roots dating back to 1610, announced the launch of its 2025 Création Liberté cigar at the PCA Convention & Trade Show in New Orleans. The cigar, a Toro measuring 6 x 50, ... Read More...

Apostate Cigars Joins Oveja Negra Brands in June 2025

Eric Guttormson

April 15, 2025

Press Releases

Apostate Cigars announced it will join Oveja Negra Brands starting in June. Oveja Negra Brands includes Black Label Trading Co., Black Works Studio, and Emilio Cigars, with Apostate becoming the fourth brand in... Read More...

Plasencia Cigars Unveils Alma del Cielo at 2025 PCA

Eric Guttormson

April 15, 2025

Press Releases

Plasencia Cigars has introduced Alma del Cielo, a high-elevation cigar, at the 2025 PCA in New Orleans. Named "Soul from the Sky," the cigar is made from tobacco grown at Finca San Julian in Condega, Nicaragua,... Read More...

Caldwell to Debut Two Cigars at PCA 2025: Mad Mofo Habano and King Is Dead Escape Plan

Eric Guttormson

April 13, 2025

Press Releases

Caldwell Cigar Co. has announced two new cigar offerings set to debut at the PCA 2025 trade show in New Orleans. The first is the Long Live the King Mad Mofo Habano, a follow-up to the original Mad Mofo.... Read More...

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