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Micallef Orange Debuts At Two Guys This August

Micallef Cigars proudly announces the release of Micallef Orange, the newest addition to the acclaimed Color Series. Following the success of Black, Blue, Red, Purple, Green, and White, Micallef Orange continues the tradition of delivering premium quality and exceptional flavor at a remarkable value for brick-and-mortar retailers and their loyal customers. Crafted at the Micallef Cigars factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, Micallef Orange is a medium-bodied cigar featuring a smooth Connecticut wrapper over a San Andrés […]

July 28, 2026 by Dave

Byron 175 Tribute Set Coming This August

Hudson, NH — To commemorate the 175th Anniversary of Byron, Selected Tobacco is releasing the Byron 175 Tribute Set, a collector’s presentation celebrating one of the most historically significant names in premium cigars. Produced in extremely limited quantities, the Tribute Set embodies the artistry and timeless philosophy that has made Nelson Alfonso and Selected Tobacco internationally recognized among the world’s most discerning cigar enthusiasts. Presented in an elegant display package, the collection features four cosmetic-grade […]

July 28, 2026 by Dave

Cigar Industry Food-Chain With Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III

This week on The Cigar Authority, we figure out the Cigar Industry Food-Chain with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo III of Casa Carrillo Cigars! Which cigar brands or companies reign supreme at the top of the chain? Tune in to find out while we smoke Casa Carrillo Encore Majestic & launch the new Encore Noir II! The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at […]

July 24, 2026 by Dave

Casa Carrillo Encore Noir II Arrives Exclusively At Two Guys

Hudson, NH- Two Guys Cigars is proud to announce the Casa Carrillo Encore Noir II, is now available exclusively at all Two Guys Cigars locations and 2GuysCigars.com. Encore Noir II introduces a richer and more intense interpretation of the Encore Noir series in a new Celestial No. 2 vitola measuring 6 1/8 x 50. Unlike the original Encore Noir released in April 2024, which featured an Ecuadorian wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and Dominican and Nicaraguan […]

July 24, 2026 by Dave

Casa Carrillo Encore Black Bulwarks Cigar Review

Building on the success of the original Encore Black (5 3/8 x 52), the Casa Carrillo Encore Black Bulwarks introduces a commanding 6 x 58 Perfecto format. Handcrafted in the Dominican Republic by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo at Casa Carrillo, this limited-production release elevates the acclaimed Encore line with a dark Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper, a rich Mexican San Andrés binder, and premium Nicaraguan fillers from Condega, Estelí, and Jalapa. The Encore Black Bulwarks is an impressive-looking […]

July 23, 2026 by Dave

Are Celebrity Cigars Here to Stay? – The After Show

On today’s After Show, we’re talking celebrity cigars & about a new Texas law that restricts the use of celebrity images, cartoon characters, food etc. How will this affect companies who make celebrity cigars? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH. As always you can find many of […]

July 22, 2026 by Dave

Cigars We’ll Never Smoke Again With Francisco Almonte of DBL

This week on The Cigar Authority, we give our Cigar Anti-Bucket List, with Francisco Almonte of DBL Cigars! There’s plenty of cigars everyone chases but what are the cigars we plan on never smoking again? We discuss our choices & why while we smoke DBL with Francisco! The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at […]

July 17, 2026 by Dave

Casa Carrillo Encore Noir II Coming Exclusively To Two Guys

Hudson, NH- Two Guys Cigars is proud to announce the exclusive U.S. release of Casa Carrillo Encore Noir II, arriving Friday, July 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST at all Two Guys Cigars locations and 2GuysCigars.com. Encore Noir II introduces a richer and more intense interpretation of the Encore Noir series in a new Celestial No. 2 vitola measuring 6 1/8 x 50. Unlike the original Encore Noir released in April 2024, which featured an […]

July 17, 2026 by Dave

Rojas Quiet Morning Toro Cigar Review

Rojas Quiet Morning Toro was blended with a simple mission: create the perfect first cigar of the day without sacrificing flavor. Handcrafted at the Rojas Cigar Factory in Nicaragua, it features an Ecuadorian Connecticut-seed wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan long-fillers. The cigar presents itself with a light tan wrapper carrying a slight oily sheen, minimal veins, clean seams, and a neatly closed foot. Construction is excellent, feeling firmly […]

July 16, 2026 by Dave

Generational Cigar Bans – The After Show

On today’s After Show, we are discussing Generational Cigar Bans. These seem to be gaining traction around the country. How serious of an issue is this for the cigar industry? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH. As always you can find many of the cigars we smoke […]

July 15, 2026 by Dave

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