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Selected Tobacco Celebrates Grand Opening in Madrid

Madrid, Spain – Five years ago, Nelson Alfonso envisioned a new home for Selected Tobacco. On October 10 and 11, 2026, that vision became reality as guests from across the premium cigar industry gathered in Madrid to celebrate the grand opening of the company’s new five-story facility. The two-day celebration began on October 10 with an exclusive tour of the 3,000-square-meter facility. Guests experienced firsthand the vision behind Selected Tobacco, exploring its tobacco processing, germination […]

October 28, 2026 by Dave

Perdomo Introduces Legacy Gran Collection Sampler

Perdomo Cigars has announced the upcoming release of the Perdomo Legacy Gran Collection Sampler, an 11-count assortment showcasing the company’s Legacy line that debuted last year. Scheduled to ship in November 2026, the collection will be available in three wrappers: Connecticut, Maduro, and Nicaraguan Shade Grown, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $150. The new collection features six different vitolas, including three new sizes exclusive to the Gran Collection Sampler: the Short Robusto (4 […]

October 23, 2026 by Dave

Selected Tobacco Robusto Edition Set Introduced

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 […]

October 22, 2026 by Dave

CigarWorth Launches October 12th

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, […]

October 10, 2026 by Dave

The Cigar Hall of Fame 2026 Inductee Announced

The cigar world celebrated history in the making as Montecristo Cigars was unveiled as the 2026 Inductee into The Cigar Hall of Fame during a live ceremony at the New England Cigar Expo before a crowd of more than 500 passionate cigar enthusiasts. Since formed in 2023, The Cigar Hall of Fame exists to honor cigar brands that have left an indelible mark on the industry. With a permanent home online at TheCigarHallOfFame.com, the Hall […]

September 28, 2026 by Dave

New England Cigar Expo Fires Up 2026 Limited Edition Pizza Cigar

New England Cigar Expo Fires Up 2026 Limited Edition Pizza Cigar Hudson, NH -The New England Cigar Expo taking place Friday and Saturday, September 25–26, 2026, will once again commemorate the event with its own extremely limited cigar. And in true Expo fashion, this year’s release turns up the fun with custom pizza box packaging that makes the cigar just as memorable before you even light it. Why pizza? Because the 2026 Expo will feature […]

September 8, 2026 by Dave

Independence Cigars Arrive In Stores

Hudson, NH- Independence Cigars Arrive In Stores. Following the overwhelming success and nationwide sell-out of the Independence Firecracker, Arnold André and United Cigars’ expansion of Independence into a permanent offering with new Robusto & Toro sizes is here. Independence now debuts in a 4 7/8” x 50 Robusto and a 5 7/8” x 50 Toro. Both formats feature the blend that made the Independence Firecracker the hottest and fastest-selling limited release of 2026. While these additional […]

September 4, 2026 by Dave

Perdomo’s PROFLAME Lighters Arrive In Stores

Miami, FL – Perdomo Cigars is proud to announce the launch of its new PROFLAME lighters, featuring advanced Wide Flame patented technology designed to deliver superior performance, consistency, and reliability. This innovative accessory line marks a significant advancement in cigar lighting technology and expands Perdomo’s premium cigar accessory portfolio. The PROFLAME lighter introduces a broader, more consistent flame that allows consumers to light cigars in less time and with greater efficiency. Built with a durable […]

September 3, 2026 by Dave

Micallef Orange Arrives at Two Guys Cigars

Micallef Cigars proudly releases 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 Habano binder, with Nicaraguan and […]

August 27, 2026 by Dave

Bandolero Firecracker 2026 Arrives In Stores

Hudson, NH –The 2026 Bandolero Firecracker is here, the limited-edition cigar that has become a benchmark in the Firecracker series and a symbol of celebration. First introduced in 2007, the Firecracker line redefined premium cigars with its signature fuse-shaped head, and this release continues this legacy with this highly anticipated cigar. Created in partnership with Selected Tobacco, the Bandolero Firecracker 2026 is built on a rich, multi-origin blend featuring Dominican, Nicaraguan and Peruvian fillers, secured […]

August 21, 2026 by Dave

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