Flavor Odyssey: The Best Summer Cocktail and Cigar Pairings

July 20, 2026

The dog days of summer have arrived, and there's no better way to cool off than with a refreshing cocktail and a great cigar. On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs head to the bar ... Read More...

La Colombiana Introduced as 100% Colombian Tobacco Cigar

Eric Guttormson

July 20, 2026

Press Releases

A new cigar brand focused entirely on Colombian tobacco has officially launched. Named La Colombiana, the project was announced on Colombia's Independence Day and is centered around showcasing tobacco grown ... Read More...

La Palina Goldie Blend Chosen for PCA’s First International Cigar

Eric Guttormson

July 20, 2026

Press Releases

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is expanding its international presence through a new limited edition cigar created in partnership with The Leaf Master Tobacco Trading and La Palina Cigars. Named Yalla H... Read More...

Emperors Cut Announces Prophecy Limited Release

Eric Guttormson

July 20, 2026

Press Releases

Emperors Cut Cigars has announced Prophecy, a new limited-production cigar created in collaboration with La Aurora master blender Manuel Inoa. The cigar is scheduled to begin shipping on August 1, 2026. Prop... Read More...

Casa Carrillo Reveals Encore Noir II

Eric Guttormson

July 17, 2026

Press Releases

Casa Carrillo has announced Encore Noir II, the second release in its Encore Noir series, with the cigar making its only U.S. debut during a launch weekend at Two Guys Smoke Shop in New Hampshire. Like its p... Read More...

Bolivar Expands Cofradia Line with New 7×70 Sizes

Eric Guttormson

July 16, 2026

Press Releases

Bolivar is expanding its Honduran-made Cofradia lineup with the addition of two new 7 x 70 cigars. The company has announced that both the Bolivar Cofradia and Bolivar Cofradia Oscuro are now available in the l... Read More...

The Ultimate Cigar Vitola Tier List with Steve Saka

Eric Guttormson

July 15, 2026

Smoke Night Live

What is the best cigar size and shape? On this episode of Smoke Night LIVE, Steve Saka joins the Dojo crew as they rank the most popular cigar vitolas using the S-Tier system. From Robustos and Toros to Corona ... Read More...

United Cigars Makes Independence a Regular Production Cigar

Eric Guttormson

July 14, 2026

Press Releases

After debuting earlier this year as part of the annual Firecracker series, the Independence blend is returning as a regular production cigar. United Cigars announced that Independence will become a permanent... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey with guest Luis Baez of Flor de Caña

Eric Guttormson

July 13, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

It's a special episode of Flavor Odyssey as Luis Baez, Global Brand Ambassador for Flor de Caña, joins the show to talk rum and cigars. Luis is one of the most engaging personalities in the spirits world and a ... Read More...

Scott Pearce Testifies Before U.S. Trade Officials on Proposed Cigar Tariffs

Eric Guttormson

July 11, 2026

Press Releases

The Cigar Association of America (CAA) made its case against proposed U.S. tariffs on premium cigars this week, with President Scott Pearce testifying before the federal government's Section 301 Committee durin... Read More...

Bishops Blend Returns for Its 10th Anniversary Release

Eric Guttormson

July 7, 2026

Press Releases

Black Label Trading Co. has begun shipping the 2026 edition of Bishops Blend to select retailers this week, marking the cigar's 10th anniversary since its original debut in 2016. While the annual limited rel... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey: How Nicaragua Became the World’s Flavor Factory

Eric Guttormson

July 6, 2026

Flavor Odyssey

Over the past few decades, Nicaragua has gone from an up-and-coming tobacco producer to the undisputed leader in premium cigars. But how did it happen, and what makes Nicaraguan tobacco so special? On this epis... Read More...

Author Eric Guttormson