United Cigar Group Archives

Flavor Odyssey: Pairing With Gold Star from United Cigars

February 9, 2026

This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby Ras and Randy Griggs find the perfect drink pairing for the Gold Star from United Cigars. Our #18 cigar of the year (and in the Dojo’s Cigar of the Year Sampler from Smoke ... Read More...

Atabey Black 2026 Edition Begins Shipping to Select U.S. Retailers

Eric Guttormson

February 4, 2026

Press Releases

United Cigars has announced that the Atabey Black 2026 Edition has begun shipping to a limited number of retailers across the United States. Produced by Selected Tobacco under the direction of Nelson Alfonso... Read More...

Bandolero Firecracker Scheduled to Return in 2026 After Two Years of Aging

Eric Guttormson

January 19, 2026

Press Releases

United Cigars has announced the return of the Bandolero Firecracker for 2026, continuing the long-running Firecracker series that first debuted in 2006. The Firecracker line is known for its short format and fu... Read More...

United Cigars Announces Independence Firecracker for America’s 250th Anniversary

Eric Guttormson

January 17, 2026

Press Releases

United Cigars has announced plans to release a special edition of its Independence Firecracker cigar in 2026, timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the United States. The project continues the company... Read More...

United Gold Star No. 18 Cigar of the Year 2025

No. 18 Cigar of the Year 2025 – Gold Star

Jordan Guttormson

January 5, 2026

News, COTY 2025

United Cigars reached far into their playbook with the Gold Star project, resurrecting a cigar that had initially debuted in 1995. In doing so, they staggered the project into two phases: a limited blend for 20... Read More...

Indianapolis’ Blend Bar Rebrands Lounge Under the Atabey Name

Eric Guttormson

December 16, 2025

Press Releases

Indianapolis’ Blend Bar has officially rebranded its cigar lounge under the Atabey name following a new collaboration between United Cigars and Selected Tobacco. The move brings Nelson Alfonso’s Selected Tobacc... Read More...

Tobacco Junction Partners with United Cigars to Open Red Anchor Lounge

Eric Guttormson

September 23, 2025

Press Releases

Tobacco Junction in Texas has announced the opening of its new Red Anchor Lounge, created in partnership with United Cigars. The lounge is designed as a dedicated space for enthusiasts to enjoy the Red Anchor b... Read More...

Atabey Lounge Hosts Exclusive Collector’s Humidor Release

Eric Guttormson

September 18, 2025

Press Releases

Selected Tobacco has revealed plans for a limited Collector’s Edition release at Industrial Cigars in Frisco, Texas, scheduled for October 18, 2025. The launch coincides with two milestones: the fifth anniversa... Read More...

Selected Tobacco Begins Shipping “The Nelson” Cigar with Limited Gift Set

Eric Guttormson

May 21, 2025

Press Releases

Selected Tobacco has announced the launch of its latest line, The Nelson, a commemorative release created by Nelson Alfonso in collaboration with his sons. The new cigar was unveiled at the 2025 Premium Cigar A... Read More...

Byron Marks 175 Years with Limited-Edition Humidor Release

Eric Guttormson

April 9, 2025

Press Releases

Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco will be unveiling of the Byron 175th Anniversary Humidor at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans. This release celebrates 175 years of the Byron line,... Read More...

Byron Unveils 10-Year Aged Aristocratas at PCA 2025

Eric Guttormson

April 7, 2025

Press Releases

Selected Tobacco has introduced the Byron 21st Century Aristocratas 10-Year Aged, an 8 x 52 cigar, at the PCA event on April 7, 2025. This release follows the sold-out Atabey Dioses and Misticos 10-Year Aged ed... Read More...

United Cigars Announces Price Reduction on Flagship Line

Eric Guttormson

April 4, 2025

Press Releases

In a move that contrasts with rising costs across many industries, United Cigars has revealed plans to lower prices on its flagship line, effective immediately. The Hudson, NH-based company is reducing the sugg... Read More...

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