Casa Carrillo proudly announces the release of Encore Noir II, the next chapter in its exploration of deeper, darker expressions within the acclaimed Encore legacy. Building on the foundation of the original Encore—named Cigar Aficionado's 2018 Cigar of the Year—Encore Noir II delivers a richer, more intense interpretation while maintaining the balance and elegance that define the series.

Casa Carrillo announces that Ascend, the newest regular production release in the Perez-Carrillo Series, is now shipping to retailers nationwide.

As the United States approaches its 250th birthday, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. invites cigar enthusiasts to celebrate with an America250 cigar. This year, J.C. Newman is releasing limited-edition cigars hand rolled at J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory in Tampa, Florida, to commemorate this anniversary. The American, Angel Cuesta, LeRoy Neiman and Tampa Smokers cigars bear the official America250 seal.

Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the shipment of Bishops Blend to select retailers beginning this week. Bishops Blend is handcrafted in Esteli, Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra.

The 250th American Anniversary War Bear serves as both a celebration of American history and a tribute to one of Powstanie's most memorable releases. With only 250 boxes available, this commemorative release offers collectors and consumers an opportunity to own a piece of Powstanie history while enjoying a cigar crafted to honor the occasion.

Casa Carrillo proudly announces the release of the 4th Annual Pledge of Allegiance, a bold and patriotic limited-edition cigar that continues the brand's tribute to American freedom while commemorating the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary.

West Tampa Tobacco Company to ship its next limited edition, Chef Rick,

West Tamp Tobacco Company is excited to announce that Chef Rick has begun to ship and will be available both in the US and international markets.

Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce the release of Dreadnought 30th Anniversary as an Atlantic Cigar Company exclusive. The cigar is hand-crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua.

Pospiech Cigars, the distribution company behind Powstanie Cigars, is proud to announce that the highly anticipated Powstanie Sumatra has officially begun shipping to retailers nationwide.

Hooten Young LLC is proud to announce the issuance of U.S. Design Patent No. D1,124,474 S, protecting the ornamental design of the company’s distinctive cigar shape known as The Cartridge™. The patented design is featured in the Ma Deuce Cigar Selection, a premium cigar created to honor American military strength, legacy, and sacrifice.

Hooten Young, America’s Favorite Pairing: Whiskey & Cigars, today announced the release of Constitution Hull Reserve, an ultra-rare American whiskey made to commemorate 250 years of American independence.

Alright, cigar aficionados, buckle up!  The winds of change are blowing through the premium tobacco world. Forget what you thought you knew about the Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival (RMCF). This year, we're not just lighting up; we're lighting out…to Wyoming! That’s right, after seventeen glorious years in Colorado, the RMCF is packing its bags, grabbing its lighters, and heading to Cheyenne for a whole new experience.

InterTabac will once again set clear impulses for the international tobacco industry in 2026 – particularly in the cigar segment. Long firmly anchored in the trade show profile, this segment has continuously evolved and offers manufacturers and retailers concrete business opportunities, in-depth market insights, and direct access to key decision-makers. While the Cigar Culture Summit returns for its second edition following its successful premiere in 2025, the trade show team is also announcing a new collaboration – with the Lagos Cigar Festival.

Yagua is a re-creation of a cigar that Lazaro Lopez, general manager of the J.C. Newman PENSA cigar factory in Nicaragua, remembers his grandfather making at his family’s tobacco farm in Cuba in the 1940s.

Cavalier Genève Cigars has just announced the anticipated lineup of the 2026 Project Broadleaf releases, as well as all the projected delivers timeframes for 2026.

As a continuation of the line that was first offered in 2025, Cavalier Genève has now announced only three of the four releases will make the cut for 2026.

Emilio Cigars will debut the Limited-Edition SUAVE SUMATRA at this year’s PCA trade show in New Orleans.

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is introducing Brick House The Commodore Maduro at the Premium Cigar Association trade show this weekend (April 18-20, 2026) in New Orleans. This bold new cigar is 5.5” x 70 and will be packed in both boxes of 25 and humidor bags of 5 cigars. The Commodore Maduro has a suggested retail price of $11.50 and will begin shipping in June.

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is unveiling the America250 Cigar Humidor at the Premium Cigar Association trade show this weekend (April 18-20, 2026) in New Orleans. This all-American cigar humidor is handcrafted in the United States by Jason LeGear of Milwaukee Humidor Co. Each humidor contains 50 The American Perfecto cigars, one for each of the 50 states.

In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has hung a large America 250 banners from its historic El Reloj cigar factory in Tampa, Florida. El Reloj is the last traditional cigar factory in the United States. Visible from Interstate 4, the 24-foot-tall banners signify that J.C. Newman is rolling cigars with the official America250 branding this year.