The Montosa Natural Toro presents itself in a striking electric orange box, setting the stage for an intriguing experience. Adorned with an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, this cigar boasts a light golden brown appearance, characteristic of its Connecticut lineage. The construction is commendable, with tight seams and a more matte finish than an oily sheen. Upon lighting up, the first third of the Montosa Natural Toro delights the palate with a medley of flavors. Sweetness […]
Hudson, NH – La Gianna Havana celebrates thirty years of elegance with the La Gianna Havana 30th Anniversary. Prepare your palates and dust off your finest smoking jackets; the La Gianna Havana cigar line is rolling out the red carpet for its extravagant 30th-anniversary celebration! The story began in 1994 when La Gianna Havana first released to celebrate the birth of David Garofalo’s daughter. Thirty years later, from the heart of Honduras at the Agroindustria […]
Aganorsa Leaf is proud to announce a new line of cigars, Aganorsa Leaf Arsenio, in memory of Master Blender Arsenio Ramos who passed in 2018. Arsenio was born in Cuba in 1934 and spent his entire life working with tobacco. In Cuba, Arsenio was in charge of processing tobacco, specifically fermentation, for Cubatabaco in Pinar Del Rio. After a half a century of laboring in his mother country Arsenio came to work for Aganorsa in […]
Steve Saka has pet peeves, and now you’re going to hear about them! On The After Show, Steve shares some of his pet peeves with us. We also share some of ours with him. 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
This week on The Cigar Authority we talk about cigars from the 80’s & 90’s with Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust! We will smoke the Dunbarton Umbagog in the first hour. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. 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 […]
EPC ships Encore Black to stores this week. Renowned cigar maker E.P. Carrillo has unveiled an exciting addition to its acclaimed Encore series with the release of Encore Black. This limited-production cigar boasts a darker wrapper and a bolder blend, promising aficionados an unforgettable smoking experience. Encore Black, crafted at Casa Carrillo in the Dominican Republic, is making its way to retailers starting today, offering enthusiasts a chance to indulge in its rich flavors and […]
Washington DC – CRA meets with FDA on Premium Cigars. Cigar Rights of America (CRA) met with Dr. Brian King, Director of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), to discuss key issues concerning the premium cigar industry, including CTP’s five-year strategic plan and pending proposed regulation to limit nicotine in tobacco products. During the meeting, CRA representatives emphasized our ongoing concerns regarding shortcomings in CTP’s five-year strategic plan. In […]
Padron Cigars, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and limited edition releases, announces the availability of the highly sought-after Padron Black PB 97. This exclusive offering stands as one of the most elusive within the esteemed Padron lineage, captivating cigar enthusiasts with its scarcity and unparalleled quality. Traditionally reserved for select retailers or Tobacco Association of America (TAA) releases, the PB 97 presented a rare opportunity at the last year’s PCA trade show. Attending retailers seized […]
The Mi Querida Triqui Traca 648 is a captivating blend that takes its name from the local Nicaraguan term for oversized firecrackers, and true to its name, it explodes with flavor from start to finish. The Mi Querida Triqui Traca 648 presents itself as a stout, densely packed cigar with a dark brown sugar hue. Its surface carries a slight oily sheen and reveals prominent veins, indicating its robust construction. Upon ignition, the Triqui Traca […]
There’s a new HVC Hot Cake coming to PCA 2024, Hot Cake Fresh Out The Oven Broadleaf. This cigar, crafted at the Fabrica de Tabacos HVC, SA factory, is set to be unveiled at the PCA Trade Show this month. This limited-production cigar features a Connecticut USA Broadleaf wrapper, enveloping a binder from Nicaragua and a blend of premium Nicaraguan fillers. The Hot Cake Fresh Out The Oven Broadleaf will be available in two sizes, […]