15th Annual Cigarbecue 2026 Returns Sunday, May 31st

May 1, 2026

It’s time once again for one of the most fun traditions in the cigar community—the 15th Annual Cigarbecue! On Sunday, May 31st, 2026, cigar lovers from across the country will fire up the grill, light up the... Read More...

Loaisiga Infiel Expands With Limited Edition Box Press Toro

Eric Guttormson

April 30, 2026

Press Releases

Loaisiga Cigars has announced a new limited edition extension to its Infiel line, adding a 6 x 54 box-pressed toro offered in Sungrown and Maduro blends. The Infiel Limited Edition Box Press Toro is packaged... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE: An Evening with Rocky Patel

Eric Guttormson

April 29, 2026

Smoke Night Live

This week on Smoke Night LIVE, we welcome cigar industry icon Rocky Patel for a conversation about his journey from Hollywood entertainment attorney to one of the most recognized names in premium cigars. After ... Read More...

PCA Wraps Up 2026 Trade Show in New Orleans, Announces 2027 Return to Las Vegas

Eric Guttormson

April 29, 2026

Press Releases

The Premium Cigar Association has wrapped up its 2026 trade show and convention, PCA26, after four days of business meetings, education sessions, and networking in New Orleans. Held April 17 through April 20... Read More...

Blue Smoke of Dallas Gets Exclusive LFD Oro Maduro No. 5

Eric Guttormson

April 29, 2026

Press Releases

La Flor Dominicana has announced a one-time exclusive release for Blue Smoke of Dallas, celebrating the retailer’s 16th anniversary. The cigar, named Oro Maduro No. 5, will debut during Blue Smoke’s annivers... Read More...

PCA Pairing Playbook: What to Drink with the Newest Cigars

Eric Guttormson

April 27, 2026

Flavor Odyssey, PCA 2026

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show introduces hundreds of new cigars each year—but what should you pair them with? That’s where Flavor Odyssey comes in. On this episode, your hosts sample a selectio... Read More...

Macanudo Gold Label Returns for 2026 With New Gold Bullion Size

Eric Guttormson

April 23, 2026

Press Releases

Macanudo is bringing back one of its more recognizable seasonal lines, with a small twist for 2026. According to a company announcement, Macanudo Gold Label will return to retailers beginning in May, once ag... Read More...

First Impressions – Rating the New PCA Releases (Live!)

Eric Guttormson

April 23, 2026

Smoke Night Live

The annual Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show has come and gone, and the industry’s newest releases have officially been unveiled. With these cigars now making their way to retailer shelves, the big que... Read More...

Diamond Crown MAXIMUS Gets a New Look and Blend Update

Eric Guttormson

April 23, 2026

Press Releases

J.C. Newman has introduced an updated version of Diamond Crown MAXIMUS, showing off the cigar at the 2026 PCA trade show in New Orleans. The company says the new MAXIMUS keeps the same 20-count box format an... Read More...

Partagas Expands Y Nada Más Line with Cibao Release

Eric Guttormson

April 21, 2026

Press Releases

Following last year’s introduction of Y Nada Más Santiago, Partagas has announced the next release in the series with Y Nada Más Cibao. The new cigar shifts its focus to the Dominican Republic’s Cibao Valley... Read More...

J.C. Newman Celebrates U.S. Semiquincentennial with America250 Humidor

Eric Guttormson

April 21, 2026

Press Releases

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. used the PCA trade show in New Orleans to pull the curtain back on a new collaboration with the Milwaukee Humidor Co. The project, titled the America250 Cigar Humidor, serves as a tribute ... Read More...

Intención Marks a Shift Back to Core Profile for La Gloria Cubana

Eric Guttormson

April 20, 2026

Press Releases

La Gloria Cubana is adding a new regular-production line with the release of Intención, a blend that leans into the company’s earlier focus on fuller-bodied cigars and accessible pricing. According to detail... Read More...

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