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The Latest and Greatest from across the Cigar Industry
LAMPERT LIMITADA 2025 has been ranked #9 on The Consensus 2025 by Halfwheel.
“We are proud to share some fantastic news: LAMPERT LIMITADA 2025 has been ranked #9 on The Consensus 2025 by Halfwheel.” - Dr. Stefan Lampert, Founder, Lampert Cigars
Black Works Studio – Hawaii Hornet
Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the release of Hawaii Hornet as an R. Field Wine Co. exclusive; hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.
Quality Importers Introduces the redesigned Palió® Quad Tabletop Cutter
Quality Importers Trading Company® (QI), the leading accessory supplier to the global premium cigar trade, proudly announces the release of the Palió® Quad Tabletop Cutter, the latest innovation in the renowned Palió® line of precision cigar accessories.
Angel Cuesta Shade Named No. 5 Cigar of 2025 by halfwheel
We are proud to share that J.C. Newman’s Angel Cuesta Shade Toro was named the No. 5 Cigar of 2025 by halfwheel. First rolled a century ago, this historic cigar brand is named for Angel LaMadrid Cuesta, one of the founders of Cuesta-Rey.
Quality Importers Unveils Limited-Edition 2026 Year of the Horse Collection
Quality Importers Trading Company® (QI), the leading supplier of premium cigar accessories globally, announces the launch of its exclusive, limited-edition Year of the Horse Collection.
AFTER FIVE DECADES, SPAIN WELCOMES FIRST PREMIUM CIGAR FACTORY
Selected Tobacco announces the opening of its new 3,000-square-meter (30,000 SqFt) facility in Madrid, marking the return of premium cigar production to Spain for the first time in over half a century. More than a factory, the five-story structure serves as a complete ecosystem for production, aging, design, and hospitality, built to support the company’s long-term vision.
250TH YEAR CELEBRATING OUR INDEPENDENCE WILL BE WITH FIRECRACKER
Independence Firecracker will release for the 250th anniversary of our United States. United Cigars and
Arnold Andre collaborated to celebrate the anniversary and the longest running collaboration series in the industry.
Lure Cigars® Announces, “Fish Stix” Are Back in 10ct. Bundles & Resealable 5-packs
“Fish Stix” feature a flavorful Nicaraguan Habano 2000 wrapper over a thick ligero binder from Esteli and a selection of premium Nicaraguan filler tobaccos, including Esteli, Jalapa, and Ometepe ligero.
Casa Carrillo Unveils Exclusive Three-Blend Collector’s Box, Marking a New Era of Digital Connection, Craftsmanship, and Community Engagement
Casa Carrillo is proud to unveil a new collector’s box featuring three rare blends crafted from the highest-quality tobaccos sourced from trusted growers across multiple regions.
La Flor Dominicana and Tobacconist of Greenwich Launch Rare Finds Series
A landmark partnership between La Flor Dominicana (LFD) and The Tobacconist of Greenwich is set to deliver one of the most exclusive cigar releases and collector experiences of 2026. The collaboration introduces the first chapter of the LFD Rare Finds Collection, paired with an immersive event celebrating the life, craft, and legacy of LFD co-founder Litto Gomez.
J.C. Newman Revives Historic Sarzedas Brand With New Nicaraguan Release
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has opened a new chapter in its storied portfolio with the return of Sarzedas, a heritage brand first rolled by the Newman family in 1900. Once known across the country as “The Aromatic Cigar,” Sarzedas now reenters the market after 125 years—reborn with a modern Nicaraguan profile while honoring its historic roots.
The Little Factory That Could: El Titan de Bronze
There is no one like Sandy Cobas in the cigar industry. If ever there was such a thing as a cigar celebrity, Cobas would fit the bill. She’s the founder of El Titan de Bronze, a cigar factory located in Little Havana, and easily one of the most well-known figures in the cigar industry today.
Davidoff Expands Winston Churchill “The Late Hour” Line With New Belicoso Format
Davidoff is set to introduce a new chapter in its acclaimed Winston Churchill “The Late Hour” series with the upcoming release of a Belicoso—a compact, 4 1/2 x 46 figurado designed for enthusiasts who want the depth and complexity of the Late Hour blend in a shorter smoking experience. Scheduled to arrive in January 2026, this release offers retailers a fresh way to showcase one of Davidoff’s most recognized premium lines.
Quality Importers® Introduces the New Palió PRO® Trevi Triple Jet-Flame Lighter with Integrated V-Cutter
Quality Importers Trading Company® (QI), proudly announces the launch of the Palió PRO® Trevi Triple Jet-Flame Lighter with Integrated V-Cutter — a bold new addition to the Palió PRO® line that combines big lighting power with big cutting ability. Palió PRO® is an affordably-priced, premium extension of the Palió® brand of cigar accessories.
PCA and Award-Winning Author Nick Hammond Announce Landmark Collaboration:“Around the World in 80 Cigars – The American Dream”
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with renowned British author and journalist Nick Hammond to create Around the World in 80 Cigars – The American Dream, a new literary work that will shine a global spotlight on the people, places, and stories that define America’s vibrant premium cigar culture.
J.C. Newman Ships Sarzedas, a New Nicaraguan Brand
Today, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. began shipping Sarzedas. U.S. Patent Office records show that J.C. Newman first rolled Sarzedas cigars in 1900. A century ago, Sarzedas was widely known as “The Aromatic Cigar.”
FDA Appeals District Court Decision on Graphic Warning Rule
On October 27th, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) appealed the decision from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia that struck down its 2020 rule requiring graphic health warnings on cigarette packages and advertisements.
PLASENCIA CIGARS TO PRESENT THE COSECHA 151 TAA EXCLUSIVE SOLOMON AT THE 2025 TAA
Plasencia Cigars, the world’s leading premium tobacco grower and maker of award-winning cigars with a multigenerational legacy dating back to 1865, proudly announces the debut of the Cosecha 151 – 2025 TAA Exclusive Salomón Figurado.
PLASENCIA CIGARS GALLOPS INTO THE YEAR OF THE HORSEWITH ITS MOST CAPTIVATING ZODIAC EDITION YET
Plasencia Cigars’ most ambitious release to date: El Año del Caballo. Plasencia’s Chinese New Year editions are an ode to heritage, nature, and artistry