AVO Uvezian would have celebrated his 100th birthday in 2026, and the AVO Expresivo marks a new chapter for the brand, departing from the classic blends enthusiasts have come to know. Released in the summer of 2026, the Expresivo is the first AVO blend produced at Davidoff’s Honduran factory, featuring premium Nicaraguan tobaccos finished with an Ecuadorian wrapper. The AVO Expresivo features a mahogany-brown, toothy wrapper with a subtle oily sheen. Densely packed without feeling […]
Madrid, Spain – The Robusto Edition Set is an exclusive collector’s release honoring the guests of the Selected Tobacco facility grand opening in Madrid on the weekend of October 10th and 11th 2026. Representing the breadth of the Selected Tobacco portfolio, the set brings together five cigars from the house’s distinguished brands, including two previously unreleased sizes. Presented in a bespoke package that reflects the attention to detail synonymous with Nelson Alfonso’s work, offering a […]
On today’s After Show, Gene Haines, The American Room Production Manager, joins Ed to talk about JC Newman Personal Reserve program. Ed had cigars made for his 65th birthday celebration. 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 Cigars in Salem, NH. As always you can find many of the cigars we smoke […]
This week on The Cigar Authority, we recap our cigar trip to Europe! Dave & Mr. J are back in the mother country to discuss their trip to Spain & Italy. Hear all about behind the scenes of Italy show & their trip to Madrid, Spain to visit the Selected Tobacco Factory while smoking Big Sky Big Horn. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front […]
Buffalo Ten Broadleaf is the latest addition to Artista’s Buffalo Ten “Rugged Country Series,” a collection of cigars designed to deliver quality and flavor at an affordable price. As Artista puts it, “We make cigars, not money.” The Broadleaf blend features a dark Broadleaf wrapper, Habano binder, and a proprietary combination of fillers from the United States, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic. The Buffalo Ten Broadleaf Toro features a dark, rustic brown wrapper with subtle […]
On today’s After Show, we take you behind the scenes of the Toscano Factory Trip! Dave and Jonathan are on their own. Ed was busy setting up for the podcast in the factory. Dave and Jonathan share some stories of the trip to Italy. 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 Cigars […]
CigarWorth Unveiled, Promising to Transform How Premium Cigars Are Valued, Documented and Collected Madrid, Spain -A project more than three years in the making, and what its creators believe could forever change the premium cigar industry, was unveiled today during the grand opening of the Selected Tobacco factory in Madrid, Spain. Cigar industry veteran David Garofalo announced that CigarWorth, a groundbreaking price-guide and information platform developed exclusively for premium cigars, will officially launch on Monday, […]
This week we have a special edition of The Cigar Authority live from Italy! We are at the Toscano Factory in Lucca, Italy! Learn all about and smoke Toscano cigars & see if the guys are enjoying the Italian life! We talk to Stefano Mariotti and learn about the past, present and future of Toscano cigars. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a […]
Released in August 2026, Micallef Orange is the latest addition to Micallef’s acclaimed Color Series. Handcrafted in Estelí, Nicaragua, the blend features an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper over a San Andrés Habano binder with Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers. The Micallef Orange Toro features a beautiful creamy tan wrapper with a mostly matte finish and just a slight sheen. The wrapper is smooth with clean seams and minimal veins, complemented by a nicely applied cap. The cigar […]
On today’s After Show, we are playing back the expo messages that were left by people who attended the 2026 New England Cigar Expo. Did they enjoy themselves? Did they have any suggestions for improvement? 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 Cigars in Salem, NH. As always you can find many […]