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WEST TAMPA TOBACCO COMPANY SHIPS CHEF RICK
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WEST TAMPA TOBACCO COMPANY SHIPS CHEF RICK

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.

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The Premium Cigar Association Concludes a Successful PCA26 Trade Show in New Orleans; Announces Dates for PCA27 in Las Vegas
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The Premium Cigar Association Concludes a Successful PCA26 Trade Show in New Orleans; Announces Dates for PCA27 in Las Vegas

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) successfully concluded its annual trade show and convention, PCA26, held April 17–20, 2026, in New Orleans. Bringing together premium cigar retailers, manufacturers, distributors, media, and industry professionals from across the United States and around the world, PCA26 delivered four days of business, networking, education, and celebration in one of America’s most iconic host cities.

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Hooten Young Secures U.S. Design Patent for The Cartridge™, Featured in the Ma Deuce Cigar Selection
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Hooten Young Secures U.S. Design Patent for The Cartridge™, Featured in the Ma Deuce Cigar Selection

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.

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HOOTEN YOUNG RELEASES CONSTITUTION HULL RESERVE
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HOOTEN YOUNG RELEASES CONSTITUTION HULL RESERVE

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.

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New State, New Date, New Venue: The 2026 Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival and What to Expect
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New State, New Date, New Venue: The 2026 Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival and What to Expect

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.

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InterTabac 2026 strengthens the cigar segment with new impulses and global partnerships
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InterTabac 2026 strengthens the cigar segment with new impulses and global partnerships

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.

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CAVALIER GENÈVE CIGARS ANNOUNCES THE PROJECT BROADLEAF 2026 LINEUP AND RELAESE DATES & LE2026 – SHOWCASING THE ENTIRE LINE AT PCA 2026
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CAVALIER GENÈVE CIGARS ANNOUNCES THE PROJECT BROADLEAF 2026 LINEUP AND RELAESE DATES & LE2026 – SHOWCASING THE ENTIRE LINE AT PCA 2026

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.

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J.C. Newman Introduces Brick House The Commodore Maduro
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J.C. Newman Introduces Brick House The Commodore Maduro

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.

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J.C. Newman Unveils the America250 Cigar Humidor
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J.C. Newman Unveils the America250 Cigar Humidor

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.

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J.C. Newman Unveils America250 Banners From Its Historic Cigar Factory
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J.C. Newman Unveils America250 Banners From Its Historic Cigar Factory

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.

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Release of the Wahoo
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Release of the Wahoo

Lure Cigars is proud to announce the upcoming release of The Wahoo, a limited PCA 2026 exclusive created in appreciation of the retail partners and cigar enthusiasts who continue to support our brand.

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Casa Carrillo Introduces Ascendat 2026 PCA
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Casa Carrillo Introduces Ascendat 2026 PCA

Casa Carrillo introduces Ascend, a new release that reflects the company’s ongoing dedication to refinement and its commitment to elevating the premium cigar experience.

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Rebirth of the Tradition By Big Sky Cigar Co. The Last Best Smoke
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Rebirth of the Tradition By Big Sky Cigar Co. The Last Best Smoke

The Rebirth of the Montana Cigar Tradition T-shirt is built for those who value craftsmanship, heritage, and doing things the right way. Inspired by Montana’s grit and the culture behind Big Sky Cigar Co., this design represents strength, freedom, and the legacy we’re bringing back.

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