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Appeals Court Upholds Premium Cigar Exemption
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in the case of Cigar Association of America et al. v. United States Food and Drug Administration et al upheld the vacatur of the deeming rule of premium cigars upholding the decision by Judge Amit Mehta. The Premium Cigar Association was one of the three parties challenging the FDA in this case along with Cigar Rights of America and Cigar Association of America.
Detroit Metropolitan Airport’s New Cigar Lounge: A Win for Travelers and the Economy
The Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) has made an exciting announcement — the opening of a new cigar lounge at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). This strategic decision not only enhances the airport’s amenities but also offers significant economic benefits. Despite recent misleading claims attempting to undermine this initiative, the reality is that premium cigar lounges are a valuable addition to airports worldwide.
WEST TAMPA TOBACCO COMPANY SHIPS CIRCLE OF LIFE
West Tamp Tobacco Company is excited to announce that Circle of Life will begin to ship on January 6th, 2025 and will be available both in the US and international markets.
J.C. Newman Ships The El Reloj Collection, a 2024 TAA Exclusive
Today, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping The El Reloj Collection to Tobacconist Association of America members across the United States.
PLASENCIA CIGARS UNVEILS EL AÑO DE LA CULEBRA – TRIBUTE TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE
Plasencia Cigars, a premium tobacco grower since 1865, announces the release of El Año de la Culebra - Edición Limitada 2025, the fifth limited edition cigar in its Chinese New Year collection.
PCA Alliance Launched to Support Ongoing Advocacy Efforts across U.S.
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced a new level way for non-tobacco businesses and consumers to support the association and its advocacy work. The new PCA Alliance program is open to premium cigar and pipe-friendly businesses and consumers and is an avenue to support the industry’s advocacy through financial support and participation.
C.L.E. CIGAR COMPANY TO SHOWCASE THE EIROA THE FIRST 20 YEARS TAA EXCLUSIVE AT THE TAA TAKING PLACE IN ARUBA
C.L.E. Cigar Company to display the EIROA The First 20 Years TAA Exclusive at the Tobacconists’ Association of America (TAA) taking place in Aruba from October 20 to 24, 2024. The TAA Exclusive version of this blend will be offered in a 54 X 6 round which sets it apart from its traditional box pressed format.
J.C. Newman's Historic El Reloj Cigar Factory Survives Hurricane Milton
Last night, Hurricane Milton landed just south of our home in Tampa, Florida. This major hurricane was the worst storm to strike the “Cigar City” in more than 100 years. The Newman family is relieved to report that its 114-year-old El Reloj cigar factory has survived Hurricane Milton with minor damage and no power.
Fratello Cigars Unveils Third Concealed Carry Release: Speakeasy
Fratello Cigars is excited to announce the third release in its Concealed Carry series, Speakeasy, shipping to select retailers starting October 3, 2024.
Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the release of INTERGALACTIC Event Horizon
— Black Works Studio (BLK WKS) is pleased to announce the release of INTERGALACTIC Event Horizon; a new Limited Edition that will begin shipping to select BLK WKS retailers this week.
Toscano and PCA Announce Toscano Brenta PCA Exclusive
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has partnered with Manifatture Sigaro Toscano (Toscano cigars) to bring its members a new PCA release, the Toscano Brenta.
PCA Recognized at 2024 Cigar Trophy Awards
Joshua Habursky, executive director of the PCA, and Lisa Sigler, PCA’s director of membership development & industry relations, accepted the award on behalf of the association.
Apostate Cigars Begins Shipping Moroni’s Trumpet & The Endowment
Featured multiple times on our podcast, Apostate Cigars began shipping the two newest released in there famed and fantastic cigar line. On September 26th, 2024, the Moroni’s Trumpet and The Endowment began making their way to retailers.
THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FUENTE THE OPUSX SOCIETY CIGAR WILL MAKE ITS OFFICIALPREMIERE VIA RED CARPET EVENT IN MIAMI
Manny Iriarte Enterprises will launch Fuente The OpusX Society Cigar with a marvelous event at the exclusive Tabacon Cigar Lounge in Miami, Florida on Saturday, October 19, 2024. In true Fuente style, event goers can expect an opulent event fitting of the Fuente OpusX brand. Tabacon Cigar Lounge is at 5241 NW 87th Ave Suite D109, Doral, FL 33178.
WEST TAMPA TOBACCO COMPANY EXTENDS ITS INTERNATIONAL FOOTPRINT
West Tampa cigars now available in Canada through Lindal Cigar Importers Inc.
The Continuing Battle for Cigar Rights
This is a reposted article written by Cody Carden for the CRA Newsletter August 23rd, 2024
The legal victory vacating FDA’s authority over premium cigars last August was a monumental win for the industry. This decision was the culmination of years of dedicated advocacy and legal action led by Cigar Rights of America (CRA) and our allies. For many, this victory felt like the final chapter in a long and arduous battle—but the reality is that the fight for cigar rights is far from over.
Black Works Studio – Killer Bee Buzz Saw
Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Killer Bee Buzz Saw as a Smoke Inn exclusive, handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.
J.C. Newman Ships 2024 Brick House Bricktoberfest Cigars
This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars to 113 retailers across the United States and in Germany. This year’s release of Brick House Bricktoberfest cigars is a 6 x 52” cigar with a pigtail cap.