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Last updated: February 19, 2025 07:28

Carmelo Anthony Teams Up with Kingmakers Cigars for VERSA | Cigar News

Ten time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony has teamed up with Kingmakers Cigars to release his own signature cigar, VERSA.

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Alec Bradley Black Market Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock Return to Stores Shelves

Both blends are based on the Black Market binder and filler, but change up the wrappers. Both get candela wrappers for a green touch, while Nicaraguan tobacco is used for the other leaves.

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OpusX La Edición de la Sociedad

The OpusX line has long been the flagship of the Arturo Fuente portfolio, but the company also makes versions of it for other companies. The most recent went to Manny Iriarte Enterprises, the company founded by the longtime designer and collaborator with Arturo Fuente.

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Avowed Cigars Launches February 2025

Avowed Cigars is shipping to select cigar lounges this month with The Vow, New Dawn, and limited-edition Awakening. The Vow comes in a 6 x 50 Toro ($19) and a 6 x 48 Corona Gorda ($17). They feature an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and Ecuadorian binder. New Dawn comes in a 5 x 54  Robusto Grande […]

Carmelo Anthony Introduces Signature Cigar, VERSA, at NBA All-Star Weekend

Former NBA player and entrepreneur Carmelo Anthony has launched his signature cigar, VERSA, in partnership with Kingmakers. The cigar was introduced at the Gentlemen’s Supper Club during the NBA All-Star Weekend. “VERSA is more than just a cigar; it represents focus and commitment,” said Anthony. “I wanted a cigar that reflects my journey and passion […]

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Illusione Singularé 2019 Seven Horns

Seven Horns was the final release in the first run of the Illusione Singularé. More than five years after its release, it's time to revisit the only figurado vitola in the Singular liné's history.

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Procigar Festival 2025 Pre-Game Report | Procigar 2025

Welcome to the Procigar Festival 2025 Pre-Game Report! Once again we bring you coverage of the Dominican Republic's premier festival.

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Let’s Get Pairing Episode 45: BLTC Morphine

It's Episode 45 of Let’s Get Pairing (LGP)! Tripp and pecial guest co-host Bear Duplisea as they tackle pairings with the BLTC Morphine.

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Cigar News: Villiger Cigars Announces the Villiger Cuéllar Caribe

Villiger Cigars is thrilled to introduce their latest creation, the Villiger Cuéllar Caribe. The Villiger Cuéllar line, one of the company’s best-selling brands, previously featured the Cuéllar Kreme as a mild blend and the Cuéllar Black Forest as a full-bodied blend. However, the company recognized the need for a medium-bodied option. Crafted at Jochy Blanco’s Read more about Cigar News: Villiger Cigars Announces the Villiger Cuéllar Caribe[…]

Avowed Cigar Co. Launches With Three Blends

Avowed Cigar Co. is a project from the team at Maxamar Ultimate Cigars/Smallbatchcigar.com. It's launched with three blends made by Klaas Kelner.

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Lure Cigars Introduces New Oscuro Core Line

Lure Cigars has announced the launch of its third core line, Oscuro, featuring two vitolas: The Big Joe (Toro) and The Little Joe (Robusto). This addition follows the company’s previous Habano and Corojo Oscuro releases. The Oscuro blend consists of a Nicaraguan Oscuro Maduro wrapper, an Estelí binder, and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos, including Ometepe ligero. […]

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LOFB Unveils Strategic Growth Plans with Leadership Shift and New Product Launch

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – AUTHORISED BY LOFB INTERNATIONAL LLC LOFB Unveils Strategic Growth Plans with Leadership Shift andNew Product Launch – Non Alcoholic Beer! 8 February 2025 – LOFB International’s global CEO, President & Founder Mr Adam Levine, today announces that Mr Rob Maneson, has decided to resign from his role of Presidents USA and […]

Kaplowitz Media. Hiatus 2025 is NOW

See you March 3.

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Jonathan Lipson Launches The Cigar Profit | Cigar News

Cigar Industry Veteran Jonathan Lipson has announced he has launched its own consulting company, The Cigar Profit.

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Cigar News: Alec Bradley Announces Return of Black Market Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock

Alec Bradley is kicking off the St. Patrick’s Day celebration early with the return of its seasonal favorites, Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock. These limited-edition smokes with an eye-catching green barber pole wrapper have become must-haves for the spring holiday. Both of these cigars share the foundation of the acclaimed Alec Bradley Black Market Read more about Cigar News: Alec Bradley Announces Return of Black Market Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock[…]

Tobacco Tactical and Crowned Heads Unite for 555 Coroneta Habano

Tobacco Tactical Cigar Co. and Crowned Heads have collaborated for the  Tobacco Tactical Exclusive Crowned Heads Coroneta Habano 5 x 55 Box Pressed, known as the “555”. The 555 will first be available through Tobacco Tactical’s online retail platform this month. Later in the year, a portion of the production will be allocated to retail […]

In My Mind’s Eye: Santiago de los Caballeros | Procigar 2025

We explore Santiago de los Caballeros. This is the heart of the Dominican cigar industry and its vibrant culture.

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Carmelo Anthony Enters Cigar Business Via Kingmakers

At last weekend's NBA All-Star Game in San Francisco, the retired NBA superstar was handing out his new VERSA cigars. It's expected to arrive at select stores in late March.

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Year of the Snake Cigars to Celebrate the Lunar New Year

If you’re looking for a stogie to celebrate the Lunar New Year, we’ve compiled some of the best Year of the Snake offerings.

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Weekly News (Feb. 17, 2025)

The news, reviews and more of the past week.

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Lure Cigars Oscuro Announced | Cigar News

Lure Cigars has announced The Oscuro. This is the third core line in Lure Cigars' portfolio joining the Corojo and Habano lines.

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Cigar News: Lure Cigars® Announces New Oscuro Core Line

Lure Cigars announces the release of a third core line: ‘Oscuro’ in two vitolas, “The Big Joe” toro & “The Little Joe” robusto. Lure Cigars brings people together through ‘Tackle & Tobacco’ and encourages cigar enthusiasts to ‘Smoke Great Cigars & Tell Tall Tales.’ ™ Lou Cross, Owner of Lure Cigars Explained: “Friends that I’ve Read more about Cigar News: Lure Cigars® Announces New Oscuro Core Line[…]

Avowed Cigars Launches in Select Lounges

Avowed Cigars debuts this February with The Vow, New Dawn, and limited-edition Awakening, shipping to select retail partners. Additional locations will be added soon. Led by Andrew Considine and Dave West, Avowed partners with Klaas Kelner, whose Dominican Republic factory produces the cigars. The brand emphasizes quality and craftsmanship. The company stated they will offer […]

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Maya Selva Cigars Joins M. K. & Söhne

Maya Selva Cigars has joined M. K. & Söhne with its three brands: Flor de Selva, Cumpay, and Villa Zamorano. Söhne is now shipping the brand.  “Together with Maya Selva, we have built a nearly 30-year-long business and personal relationship,” Söhne said in a press release. “We are excited to continue shaping this journey together […]

Rudy’s Cigar Train Returns This Spring with Drew Estate Cigars

One of the most unique cigar events in the industry, Rudy’s Cigar Train, is set to roll again on May 17, 2025, featuring Drew Estate Cigars. Hosted by Rudy’s Shop, this unique experience takes cigar lovers on a journey through the Midwest countryside aboard beautifully restored train cars, offering fine cigars, drinks, and an unforgettable […]

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Davidoff Opens Expanded Production Facilities Including New Blending Center | Procigar 2025

Davidoff officially had a grand opening ceremony on its new expanded Tabadom production facilties in Villa Gonzalez, Dominican Republic.

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Cigar News: Jonathan Lipson Brings 20 Years of Industry Expertise to Help Businesses with The Cigar Profit

The premium cigar industry is evolving fast. Great products aren’t enough—manufacturers, brand owners, and retailers need smart strategy, bold branding, and a clear plan for growth. That’s where The Cigar Profit comes in.  Founded by industry veteran Jonathan Lipson, The Cigar Profit is a specialized consulting firm designed to help cigar businesses sharpen their strategy, build brand equity, and drive Read more about Cigar News: Jonathan Lipson Brings 20 Years of Industry Expertise to Help Businesses with The Cigar Profit[…]

Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Rock-A-Feller Cigars

In this episode, Boston Jimmie welcomes back Kevin Schweitzer, the owner of Rock-A-Feller cigars, a premium cigar company that has made quite the name for itself over the years. Kevin is known for cigars and wall street and he certainly touched on both of those topics in this episode along with making his predictions for Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Rock-A-Feller Cigars[…]

Flavor Odyssey – DT&T Umbagog Bronzeback Pairing

Steve Saka’s Umbagog Bronzeback landed at number 9 on The Dojo’s 2024 Cigars of the Year list. This week, hosts Robby and Randy explore the best drink pairings for this flavorful and budget-friendly release. As they continue their journey through the Dojo COTY sampler from Smoke Inn, grab a Bronzeback and join the conversation. Showtime: […]

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Perdomo Legacy Details Revealed on Smoke Night LIVE

In an exclusive appearance on Cigar Dojo’s Smoke Night LIVE Episode 457, Nicholas Perdomo III unveiled details about the forthcoming Perdomo Legacy cigar, set to debut this May. The new line, which has been in development for nearly five years, will feature three wrapper varieties: Connecticut, maduro, and a previously undisclosed Nicaraguan Shade wrapper. This […]

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Lure Cigars Announces New Oscuro Core Line

Lure Cigars announces the release of a third core line, Oscuro,  in two vitolas. The Big Joe is a 6 x 52 Toro ($13) and 5 x 52 Little Joe ($12) is a robusto. The Oscuro features a double-maduro dark brown Oscuro wrapper over a binder from Esteli and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. “ Over the […]

El Oso Fumar Takes #Take 320 Chris Topper, Topper Cigar Company

On El Oso Fumar #Take 320, Chris Topper of Topper Cigar Co is the special guest. Join Bear as he dives into the history of Topper Cigars.

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Cigar Coop Podcasts on Spotify | Announcement

This was way overdue.

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Cigar News: Tobacco Tactical and Crowned Heads Unite for Exclusive “555” Coroneta Habano

Tobacco Tactical Cigar Co. and Crowned Heads proudly unveil their collaboration on the Tobacco Tactical Exclusive Crowned Heads Coroneta Habano (5 x 55) Box Pressed, known as the “555.” This cigar is a testament to both companies’ dedication to innovation, designed to optimize the Coroneta blend for a box pressed format. The journey of the Read more about Cigar News: Tobacco Tactical and Crowned Heads Unite for Exclusive “555” Coroneta Habano[…]

Tobacco Tactical and Crowned Heads Announce “555” Coroneta Habano

Tobacco Tactical Cigar Co. and Crowned Heads have introduced a new collaboration: the Tobacco Tactical Exclusive Crowned Heads Coroneta Habano 5 x 55 Box Pressed, known as the “555.” This cigar was developed to refine the Coroneta blend into a box-pressed format. The concept began in 2023 when Alexander Berezowski and Michael Medrano of Tobacco […]

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Crowned Heads Belgian Blue LE 2024

Last October, seemingly coming out of the blue, Crowned Heads announced a new line—Belgian Blue—a limited edition made out of the factory that handles the company’s Mil Días and Juárez offerings. While many of Crowned Heads’ limited editions are tweaks on pre-existing lines, the Belgian Blue was completely unique, arriving with a European feel and […]

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Smoke Night LIVE – Nicholas Perdomo III

A new Perdomo cigar is set to hit stores in May. That’s right, folks—it’s the Perdomo Legacy, a tribute to Nick Perdomo Jr., created by his son Nicholas. Nicholas will join the show to share all the details about this exciting new release on this episode of Smoke Night LIVE. Showtime: 9PM Eastern 02-14-2025 Episode: […]

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Cigar Review – Powstanie San Andrés

I was excited to receive samples of the new Powstanie San Andrés in the TNCC mailbox recently. I heavily enjoyed Powstanie’s Connecticut release that we featured on the podcast last year. It was a cigar that I kept wanting to revisit but, honestly, it’s a perfect example of a good cigar priced a few bucks over what I typically like to spend. Manufacturers are obviously free to price things as they see fit, retailers as well, and I completely understand that the good things in life come at a cost. No problems there at all! If I’m standing in my local shop’s humidor and I’m choosing between the RoMa Craft Intemperance EC XVIII Faith 5×50 for $8.35 on the left […]

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Alec Bradley Brings Back Filthy Hooligan and Shamrock for St. Patrick’s Day

Alec Bradley is marking the approach of St. Patrick’s Day with the return of its seasonal cigars, Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock. These limited-edition cigars, known for their green barber pole wrappers, have become a tradition for the spring holiday. Both cigars are based on the Alec Bradley Black Market blend, featuring a Sumatra […]

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Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Terence Reilly – AGANORSA Leaf

In this episode of Taking it to the Nub, Boston Jimmie sits down with the VP of Sales and Marketing for AGANORSA Leaf – Mr. Terence Reilly. We dive into the history of Terence himself and then get into his rise in the industry eventually being the sales and marketing vice president for one of Read more about Taking It To The Nub – Season 6 – Terence Reilly – AGANORSA Leaf[…]

Cigar News: Carmelo Anthony Launches His Own Signature Cigar, VERSA, at NBA All-Star Game Weekend

10-time NBA All-Star, entrepreneur and philanthropist Carmelo Anthony debuted his signature cigar, VERSA, at the exclusive Gentlemen’s Supper Club during the NBA All-Star Game festivities. Handcrafted by Kingmakers, VERSA embodies Anthony’s journey of perseverance, triumph, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Anthony noted: “VERSA is more than just a cigar; it’s a reminder to stay focused Read more about Cigar News: Carmelo Anthony Launches His Own Signature Cigar, VERSA, at NBA All-Star Game Weekend[…]

CroMagnon PA Gran Perfecto Debuts

The original CroMagnon Gran Perfecto was released as part of RoMa Craft Tobac's 10th anniversary celebration. Now, the new CroMagnon PA blend is offered in the vitola.

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Procigar Festival 2025 Coverage Hub

Welcome to our coverage of the Procigar Festival 2025. The Procigar Festival 2025 is from February 16 through February 21, 2025.

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New Day

The final blend was decided on after retailers voted for their favorate blends from three different test cigars, each of which was made up of completely different wrapper and filler combinations. The retailers also chose the final size, a 5 7/8 x 52 parejo vitola.

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Oliva Serie V TAA Exclusive

Somehow, this is the first time that Oliva has made a TAA exclusive cigar. For its first release, the company opted for a 7 x 54 gran torpedo version of its original Serie V blend.

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Lure Cigars® Announces New Oscuro Core Line

Press Release Friday, February 14, 2025 Tallahassee, Florida Lure Cigars announces the release of a third core line: ‘Oscuro’ in two vitolas, “The Big Joe” toro & “The Little Joe” robusto. Lure Cigars brings people together through ‘Tackle & Tobacco’ and encourages cigar enthusiasts to ‘Smoke Great Cigars & Tell Tall Tales.’ ™ “Friends that […]

Davidoff Limited Edition 2025 Year of the Snake

Davidoff is now into its second journey through the Zodiac calendar, with the Year of the Snake getting its second release in November 2024. It marked a number of firsts for a Zodiac Series releases, and it was just the second time the company used Mexican tobacco in the filler of one of its blends.

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Ferio Tego Expands Distribution to Canada

Ferio Tego has partnered with Kretek International Canada for distribution throughout the country.  The initial launch of Ferio Tego into Canada features Ferio Tego Elegancia, Ferio Tego Summa, Timeless Sterling, and Timeless Prestige. Further expansion will continue in the latter half of the year. “We have enjoyed working closely with the outstanding team at Kretek […]

Artesano Del Tobacco to Unveil the El Pulpo The Eel

Artesano Del Tobacco is launching the El Pulpo Lancero, nicknamed The Eel, as the latest addition to the El Pulpo cigar line. The 7 x 38 pigtail ($16.50) features a San Andres Maduro wrapper paired with Nicaraguan binder and filler. It is produced at  AJ Fernandez in Nicaragua and ships Feb. 18.  In a statement, […]