Warped Cigars – IPCPR 2019

July 29, 2019

IPCPR 2019

It's always interesting when a company that is known for its continuous stream of new offerings takes a sort of regroup year. It's necessary, of course—as too much new begins to lose its effect—but you still ca... Read More...

Viaje – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 29, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Viaje Ten Plus Two And A Half Anniversary—it's what's new from Viaje at IPCPR 2019 and it's also one of the more fun/clever/lighthearted releases we saw at the show. The name speaks to the craft beer methodolog... Read More...

Ventura Cigar Company – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 26, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Michael Giannini, general manager and creative director of Ventura Cigar Company, showcases the company's latest offerings at the 2019 IPCPR trade show, including the Cuban Cigar Factory collaborations (cigars ... Read More...

Fratello Cigars – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 26, 2019

IPCPR 2019

In 2018, Fratello was heavily focused on company owner, Omar de Frias' Imperfect Pairings YouTube channel. The show—which eventually launched roughly one month prior to IPCPR 2019—features Omar in a travel-styl... Read More...

Casdagli Cigars – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 26, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Jeremy Nicholas Casdagli (founder & co-owner of Casdagli Cigars) discusses the company's name change (formerly Bespoke Cigars), as well as the brand's Traditional line, Basilica, and Daughters of the Wind. ... Read More...

Asylum Cigars – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 26, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Tom Lazuka, co-founder of Asylum Cigars, showcased everything new from the company in a video interview with Cigar Dojo at IPCPR 2019. In addition to packaging tweaks for the brand's Asylum Connecticut and Coro... Read More...

Davidoff Cigars – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

In 2019, Davidoff is coming off of a very successful 50th anniversary year. The brand began the year with multiple limited-edition releases, including the Davidoff Robusto Real Especiales 7 and Davidoff Winston... Read More...

C.L.E. Cigars – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Tom Lazuka of C.L.E. Cigar Co. showcased everything new from C.L.E. Cigars at the 2019 IPCPR trade show. Cigars showcased included a new 6" x 60 size added to the Wynwood Hills collection (first introduced i... Read More...

Cuevas Cigar Group – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Cuevas Cigar Group made its debut at IPCPR 2019—though the casual onlooker wouldn't know it from the outset. The company joins the ranks of those such as Plasencia Cigars and A.C.E. Prime, being well-known behi... Read More...

Antigua Estelí – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Art Garcia, owner of Antigua Esteli, showcased his company at the IPCPR trade show for the first time in 2019. The company's featured product was Segovias, a two-piece Nicaraguan line that features an Ecuadoria... Read More...

Altadis USA – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Despite the announcement earlier this year that parent company, Imperial Brands, is looking to sell off its premium cigar assets—including Altadis USA—the booth appeared to be operating without a hiccup at this... Read More...

Alec Bradley – IPCPR 2019

Jordan Guttormson

July 25, 2019

IPCPR 2019

Roughly three months prior to IPCPR 2019, Alec Bradley announced it had acquired Lars Tetens Brands, a former major player in the flavored/infused/conditioned realm of premium cigars. As the trade show approach... Read More...

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