United Cigars Makes Independence a Regular Production Cigar

July 14, 2026

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...

Skip Martin Teases New RoMa Craft Marinero Bundle Line

Eric Guttormson

July 6, 2026

Press Releases

RoMa Craft co-founder Skip Martin has offered an early look at a new bundle cigar project that is expected to debut in August 2026. Called Marinero, the project will launch with two blends: Boatswain and Coc... Read More...

J.C. Newman’s El Reloj Factory Featured on Fox & Friends

Eric Guttormson

July 6, 2026

Press Releases

J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory was featured on Fox & Friends over the weekend as part of the program’s ongoing America250 coverage. During the segment, anchor Charlie Hurt toured the Tampa... Read More...

Ceniza Fina Expands Lineup with New CT Broadleaf

Eric Guttormson

July 2, 2026

Press Releases

Ceniza Fina Cigars has begun shipping its newest release, the CT Broadleaf, to retailers across the country. The cigar becomes the third regular production blend from the company since the brand debuted in 2024... Read More...

Wildfire Cigar Co. Ships New Limited Production Radio Octave

Eric Guttormson

July 1, 2026

Press Releases

Wildfire Cigar Company has begun shipping Radio Octave, the latest release in the company's made-to-order monthly series. The cigar is offered in a single 5¾" x 48 vitola and is produced at Tabacalera Willia... Read More...

Viva La Vida Connecticut Churchill Begins Shipping This Week

Eric Guttormson

July 1, 2026

Press Releases

Artesano Del Tobacco is expanding its Viva La Vida Connecticut lineup with the addition of a Churchill vitola, with shipments scheduled to begin July 2 for retailers that placed pre-orders during the 2026 PCA T... Read More...

Altadis Releasing Limited World Cup 2026 Cigar Sampler

Eric Guttormson

June 30, 2026

Press Releases

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to kick off across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Altadis U.S.A. is releasing a limited-edition cigar sampler inspired by the tournament. Called the Jogo Bonito World... Read More...

Mayflower Releases Dawn of America Cigar for U.S. 250th Anniversary

Eric Guttormson

June 30, 2026

Press Releases

As celebrations for the United States' 250th anniversary continue, Mayflower Cigars has introduced a commemorative release called the Mayflower Dawn of America. The limited edition cigar is a special reserve... Read More...

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