Flavor Odyssey – Season 8 Overview

January 6, 2025

Flavor Odyssey is gearing up for its exciting 8th season! In this kickoff episode, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs will unveil all the details of what’s in store for the upcoming season. From thrilling new the... Read More...

West Tampa Tobacco Company Ships Circle of Life Cigars

Eric Guttormson

January 3, 2025

Press Releases

West Tampa Tobacco Company has announced the launch of its Circle of Life cigar line, which will begin shipping on January 6, 2025. The new product will be available in both U.S. and international markets. T... Read More...

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Launches 2025 José Gaspar Cigar in Celebration of Tampa Traditions

Eric Guttormson

January 3, 2025

Press Releases

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has announced the release of its 2025 José Gaspar cigar, a tribute to Tampa’s dual traditions of cigars and the annual Gasparilla pirate festival. The limited-edition cigar, handcrafted by... Read More...

CAO Announces Return of Limited-Edition Amazon Basin Cigar

Eric Guttormson

January 2, 2025

Press Releases

CAO has announced the 2025 re-release of its Amazon Basin cigar, crafted with rare tobacco sourced from the Amazon Rainforest. Originally launched in 2014, the cigar features the unique "Bragança" tobacco, grow... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Round Table Rants

Eric Guttormson

January 2, 2025

Smoke Night Live

Hear ye, hear ye! As the calendar turns to the year of our Lord, 2025, the first gathering of this noble assembly shall commence anon, and thou art invited to take the reins! Yea, good folk, the gallant Dojo fe... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – 2024 Year In Review

Eric Guttormson

December 23, 2024

Smoke Night Live

Believe it or not, 2024 is winding down. As we prepare to welcome the new year, it's time to rewind and review the biggest and most significant stories of the past year. Joining the show for a round-table discu... Read More...

Warped Cigars Launches Exclusive New Day Project with 12 Retailer Partners Nationwide

Eric Guttormson

December 19, 2024

Press Releases

Warped Cigars has announced the launch of their latest project, New Day, a premium cigar created exclusively for 12 select retailer partners across the United States. This initiative marks a new chapter for the... Read More...

Smoke Night LIVE – Christmas Episode with Michael Herklots

Eric Guttormson

December 18, 2024

Smoke Night Live

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin! Have you been a good girl or boy this year? Santa— or in this case, Michael Herklots— is making his list and checking it twice. Join us for the annual Christmas episod... Read More...

Flavor Odyssey – Best Audience Pairings

Eric Guttormson

December 16, 2024

Flavor Odyssey

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re shining the spotlight on our incredible audience! That’s right—the Flavor Odyssey 'Otters' have crafted some of the most amazing cigar and drink pairings over the past year. I... Read More...

Step Right Up To The Cigar Circus

Eric Guttormson

December 12, 2024

Press Releases

Cigar enthusiasts will have a new destination in 2025 with the launch of Cigar Circus, combining an e-commerce platform and a flagship showroom in Clearwater, Florida. This venture, led by industry veteran Ryan... Read More...

J.C. Newman Ships Final 2024 Release of Diamond Crown Black Diamond

Eric Guttormson

December 11, 2024

Press Releases

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has announced the shipment of its final 2024 release: Diamond Crown Black Diamond cigars. A total of 600 boxes are being distributed to 146 premium cigar retailers across 36 states. Ori... Read More...

Lagarto Cigars to Debut at TPE 2025 in Las Vegas

Eric Guttormson

December 11, 2024

Press Releases

Lagarto Cigars will make its debut at the Total Products Expo (TPE) 2025, held from January 29th to 31st at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The brand, owned and produced by ZR Cigars at its factory in the Domi... Read More...

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