Press Release: Zander-Greg Announces New Superpremium Cigar With a Simple “Just Compare It”

Posted on: November 20th, 2012 by
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Zander-Greg has just debuted their new Nat Cicco HHB superpremium cigar.  It comes in three sizes: 7-1/4" x 52, 6-1/4" x 56 and 5-1/4" x 54. They share a pigtail-capped head and a foot that is enclosed within the wrapper.  Both features are also common to Zander-Greg’s just-introduced Aniversario 1965, which celebrates the year the Nat Cicco (SEEK-oh) “Rejects” were born ... the original value-priced cigar based on the oft-copied “Rejects” theme. HHB has an Ecuadorian-grown Connecticut Shade leaf wrapper, with a Nicaraguan binder and filler.  The cigar is well-balanced Continue reading the story "Press Release: Zander-Greg Announces New Superpremium Cigar With a Simple “Just Compare It”"

Foundry by General Cigar – Wells Cigar review

Posted on: October 30th, 2012 by
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Country: Dominican Shape: Robusto Wrapper: Ecuadorian Corojo Filler: Dominican Strength: Medium MSRP: around $7.95 My Rating: 4.50 Stars! IPCPR 2012 brought us a lot of new and interesting cigars.  It has been 4 years since I have attended the show but from what I have heard a lot of good things are on the horizon.  One of these is the new offering from General cigar, the Foundry.  This cigar was created on the premise of the "steam punk" craze. The weird bronze ring that comes on it is interesting to say the least.  It actually fit my Continue reading the story "Foundry by General Cigar – Wells Cigar review"

Press Release: DAVIDOFF OF GENEVA DISTRIBUTION INTRODUCES AVO 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Posted on: September 14th, 2012 by
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Tampa, FL – September 14, 2012 – This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the AVO cigar brand created by cigar icon Avo Uvezian, who began composing cigars in 1987. To celebrate the 25 years of “CIGARS IN PERFECT HARMONY,” Avo Uvezian has decided to share with you his two greatest passions, the piano and the cigar. It is this passion for music and cigars that has presented Avo with such happiness throughout the last quarter century. Today, in celebration of Continue reading the story "Press Release: DAVIDOFF OF GENEVA DISTRIBUTION INTRODUCES AVO 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION"

K.A. Kendall’s 7-20-4 1874 Series Corona Especial Cigar Review

Posted on: September 13th, 2012 by
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Country: Nicaraguan Shape: Corona Especial Wrapper: Nicaraguan Filler: Nicaraguan Strength: Medium MSRP: around $8.00 My Rating: 4.50 Stars! When i received these samples I had never heard of this brand.  I was intrigued though at how well made they seemed and how beautiful the wrappers were.  This is a cigar from yesteryear as it is an old brand from a long time ago.  From the 7-20-4 website: Kurt A. Kendall always had a fascination for old cigar memorabilia and collected anything he could get his hands on. After years in the industry, he had the idea Continue reading the story "K.A. Kendall’s 7-20-4 1874 Series Corona Especial Cigar Review"

Press Release: Table 36 Debuts the Fellowship Line of Premium Cigars

Posted on: September 5th, 2012 by
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Table 36, an emerging boutique cigar maker, unveiled its first premium cigar line in May. Fellowship, a medium- to medium-full-bodied cigar, is made at the Alec Bradley-owned Fabrica de Tabacos Raices Cubanas (“Cuban Roots Cigar Factory”) in Danli, Honduras. The company currently produces a string of 90+ rated boutique cigars, under their own label and for several private label customers. Table 36 founder and president, Bob Atchisson, describes Fellowship’s birth: “A full year, working with Raices Cubanas’ master blender, has refined it into our ‘best-foot-forward’ market entry. Continue reading the story "Press Release: Table 36 Debuts the Fellowship Line of Premium Cigars"

Press Release: Cigar Inn to Launch Fernando Leon

Posted on: September 5th, 2012 by
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Miami, FL – In 1997, Fernando Leon of La Aurora Cigars traveled to New York City with Nestor Miranda from Miami Cigar & Company. This was the first time the head of La Aurora traveled to the United States for a cigar event. The location was Cigar Inn and they were hosted by the Fakir Brothers. Fifteen years later, La Aurora Cigars is set to release the Fernando Leon and what better then to have the official launch at Cigar Inn. This time joining Gus, Billy & Bas will be Continue reading the story "Press Release: Cigar Inn to Launch Fernando Leon"

TAKE A SWING AT THE MACANUDO ULTIMATE ROUND CONTEST FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A TRIP TO AUGUSTA

Posted on: August 22nd, 2012 by
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Richmond, VA— Macanudo®, America’s best-selling premium cigar brand, is going to award eight lucky consumers and their guests with an all-expense paid trip to Augusta to watch the 2013 Masters Golf Tournament live and in person, as part of the Macanudo Ultimate Round Contest. Between now and October 31, consumers 21 years of age or older can submit their favorite golf-themed photo for a chance to win a six-day, five night trip to Augusta, to see the game’s greatest players compete in the 2013 Masters, the holy grail of golf tournaments. Consumers 21 years of age or older can enter the Continue reading the story "TAKE A SWING AT THE MACANUDO ULTIMATE ROUND CONTEST FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A TRIP TO AUGUSTA"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: MACANUDO VINTAGE 2006

Posted on: August 21st, 2012 by
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General Cigar is proud to present Macanudo Vintage 2006, a phenomenal cigar showcasing only the most refined Connecticut Shade wrapper leaves from the 2006 crop. More than 30 years ago, General Cigar created its first Macanudo Vintage cigar to spotlight an exceptional wrapper developed in part by Mother Nature herself. Today, guided by meticulous aging and precise maturation techniques which have been handed down throughout the years, the Vintage tradition continues with the release of Macanudo Vintage 2006. “The Vintage 2006 Connecticut Shade wrapper was cultivated under Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: MACANUDO VINTAGE 2006"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: LA GLORIA CUBANA RELEASES SMALL BATCH “TRUNK SHOW” CIGARS

Posted on: August 21st, 2012 by
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Enhancing its tradition of artistry and innovation, Team La Gloria Cubana presents a new take on their trunk show series with two boutique, small batch releases called Liga YG-23 and Liga LR-1. In true La Gloria fashion, these limited collections consist solely of proprietary tobaccos and feature innovations never before seen in the premium cigar category. “Yuri Guillen and I are constantly experimenting with blends, often calling upon the tobacco in General Cigar’s extensive library. Many of these tobaccos are Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: LA GLORIA CUBANA RELEASES SMALL BATCH “TRUNK SHOW” CIGARS"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: GENERAL CIGAR NEW FRONTMARK DETAILS

Posted on: August 16th, 2012 by
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Macanudo 1968 Court Tin Macanudo 1968 answered the call of tenured smokers looking for the next new taste experience from America’s favorite premium brand. The tradition continues with Macanudo 1968 Court, a new frontmark made specifically for smoking occasions that are short on time but demand the flavor and complexity of a full-sized smoke. Packed in a sturdy tin, Macanudo 1968 Court (4 3/16” x 36) is a highly portable, accessible complement to any tenured smoker’s favorite occasion.  The SRP is $13.99 for a five cigar tin. Macanudo 1968 Court will debut in late August. Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: GENERAL CIGAR NEW FRONTMARK DETAILS"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: FOUNDRY by General Cigar

Posted on: August 16th, 2012 by
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General Cigar is proud to introduce FOUNDRY, a new boutique collection created to amplify the artistry and romanticism of premium cigars. FOUNDRY is a stark juxtaposition between the old and the new.  This visually-arresting collection was inspired by the art form of “steampunk,” which is both a retrospective and futuristic interpretation of innovation. FOUNDRY is the brainchild of Michael Giannini who led the team that created the breakthrough brand. “Innovation comes from many sources,” he notes. “It is a pleasure and an honor to be able to Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: FOUNDRY by General Cigar"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: DON SIXTO BY PLASENCIA

Posted on: August 15th, 2012 by
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Introducing Don Sixto by Plasencia, a new collection developed by the Plasencia Group. Don Sixto will be marketed and distributed exclusively by General Cigar, marking the first collaboration between the two companies which entered into a joint venture in March, 2010. According to Nestor Plasencia, president of The Plasencia Group, “We’re excited to release our first cigar in partnership General Cigar. We are looking forward to tapping into their marketing expertise and the strength of their dedicated sales team to bring Don Sixto to cigar Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: DON SIXTO BY PLASENCIA"

IPCPR 2012 New Release: COHIBA EDICIÓN DIAMANTE

Posted on: August 15th, 2012 by
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Luxury cigar smokers will soon have the chance to own one of the premium cigar category’s most treasured blends, thanks to the debut of two new frontmarks from the coveted Cohiba Edición Diamante collection. Ed Lahmann, senior brand manager for Cohiba remarked, “Cohiba Edición Diamante made a big splash at the 2011 IPCPR show. Discriminating smokers spent thousands of dollars for the privilege of possessing the rare Cohibas. Due to overwhelming demand, we are releasing an extremely limited allotment of two phenomenal new frontmarks.” Enrobed in a precious Cameroon wrapper Continue reading the story "IPCPR 2012 New Release: COHIBA EDICIÓN DIAMANTE"

Press Release: Miami Cigar & Emilio Cigars #CHATweetup2012

Posted on: August 15th, 2012 by
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 Twitter, Everywhere – What started last year with the inaugural Tweetup event at Burns Tobacconist (@burnstobacco99) and was put together by the hard work of David Jones (@dmjones1009) tikibaronline.com has grown into the massive event that is expected to converge on Chattanooga on August 24th and August 25th. To commemorate the united voice of cigar smokers on Twitter  Emilio Cigars and Miami Cigar & Co. have joined forces to release a limited edition set. The cedar box of 2 cigars will contain a cigars made just for this Continue reading the story "Press Release: Miami Cigar & Emilio Cigars #CHATweetup2012"

White and gold in perfect harmony – the Davidoff “White Edition” 2012

Posted on: August 13th, 2012 by
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The smoking pleasure they afford and their stylish appearance make the Davidoff Limited Edition 2012 a collector’s item for cigar aficionados and lovers of sophisticated design. Davidoff is presenting its limited edition in the form of an elegant “White Edition” for the second time. The cigar’s dark wrapper leaf gives the perfect contrast to the white band with classic Davidoff lettering in gold. In addition to the main band, the cigar bears a white band at the foot with a discreet mother-of-pearl inscription “2012”. The special Robusto Gordo format also lends Continue reading the story "White and gold in perfect harmony – the Davidoff “White Edition” 2012"


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