Selim Hanono Returns as COO of E.P. Carrillo

December 2, 2024

E.P. Carrillo Cigars has announced the return of Selim Hanono as Chief Operating Officer (COO). A seasoned leader with extensive experience in the premium cigar industry, Hanono re-joins the company to drive gr... Read More...

Weller by Cohiba Humidor: A Holiday Release

Eric Guttormson

December 2, 2024

Press Releases

Cohiba has announced the release of the Weller by Cohiba Humidor, marking a new chapter in its collaboration with Weller Bourbon. This offering is timed for the holiday season and aims to cater to enthusiasts o... Read More...

E.P. Carrillo Introduces “Endure,” Inaugural Cigar in the Perez-Carrillo Premier Collection

Eric Guttormson

November 27, 2024

Press Releases

E.P. Carrillo Cigars has unveiled Endure, the first offering in the Perez-Carrillo Premier Collection. This new cigar blend pays homage to the legacies of the Perez-Carrillo and Meerapfel families, emphasizing ... Read More...

Wild Bill’s Tobacco Acquires 34 Cheap Tobacco Stores

Eric Guttormson

November 27, 2024

Press Releases

Wild Bill’s Tobacco, based in Michigan, has acquired 34 Cheap Tobacco store locations, including 33 in Ohio and one in West Virginia. The deal, finalized in early November, marks the retirement of Cheap Tobacco... Read More...

Pospiech Cigar Distribution Introduces Catastrophic Failure Cigar

Eric Guttormson

November 26, 2024

Press Releases

Pospiech Cigar Distribution has announced the release of Catastrophic Failure, a limited edition cigar from Powstanie Cigars, owned by Mike and Gregg Szczepankiewicz. This 5.5x52 Box-Pressed cigar is made at th... Read More...

LH Premium Cigars Unveils LH Limited Aniversario

Eric Guttormson

November 25, 2024

Press Releases

LH Premium Cigars has announced the release of the LH Limited Aniversario, marking a decade of its presence in the U.S. market. Inspired by the Cuban Cohiba Siglo VI, this cigar maintains the iconic toro format... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Friendsgiving

Eric Guttormson

November 25, 2024

Flavor Odyssey

It’s Friendsgiving on Flavor Odyssey! That’s right, folks—it’s time to give thanks and celebrate with great cigars, food, and drinks. Your hosts, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs, are joined by the rest of the Dojo c... Read More...

What is the best Thanksgiving dinner side dish?

Smoke Night LIVE – Side Dish Bracket Challenge

Eric Guttormson

November 20, 2024

Smoke Night Live

The Great Side-Dish Bracket Challenge! Thanksgiving is just a week away, and it's time to settle the age-old debate: what is the best side dish to serve with your Thanksgiving turkey? But that's not the only... Read More...

Aganorsa Marks 25th Anniversary with Limited-Edition Cigar Release

Eric Guttormson

November 20, 2024

Press Releases

Aganorsa Leaf is commemorating its 25th anniversary with a special release, the Aganorsa Leaf Aniversario 25 Edición Limitada. This Nicaraguan Puro, measuring 6 ¼ x 52, is crafted entirely from tobacco grown on... Read More...

Ferio Tego Introduces New Fresh Packs in Timeless Collection and Metropolitan Selection

Eric Guttormson

November 20, 2024

Press Releases

Ferio Tego has announced two new fresh packs in its Timeless Collection and Metropolitan Selection. The Timeless Toro pack includes one cigar from each of the four blends in a 6” x 50 Toro format, priced at $39... Read More...

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Launches Personal Reserve Program

Eric Guttormson

November 19, 2024

Press Releases

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has introduced the Personal Reserve Program, a custom cigar creation experience designed for enthusiasts. The program allows participants to work with a master blender to craft a unique ci... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Aganorsa Leaf Pairings

Eric Guttormson

November 18, 2024

Flavor Odyssey

This week on Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs dive back into pairing drinks with the top 32 cigar brands from the Dojoverse all-time leaderboard. This episode features the 3rd most-checked-in br... Read More...

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