As the dust settles from the story of Torano Cigars being sold to General, the blogosphere is alive with theory as to why the company was sold, but the one thing getting lost in the mix is Sam Leccia and what the future holds for Leccia Tobacco. Originally a product of Oliva, Sam Leccia was the face behind Nub. A rock star in an industry, that was building brands around a face. The Nub success can […]
On The Cigar Authority podcast recorded on September 11, 2014 the owner of Fratello Cigars; Omar de Frias informed us that he is currently working on a new blend. He shared with us exclusively that he is heading to Nicaragua to finalize a Connecticut Shade. The blend is expected to be released 4-6 weeks before IPCPR in New Orleans next year. The sizes have yet to be determined and the band is expected to remain […]
While the sale of Torano Cigars caught many in the industry off guard, the buyer was not overly surprising. Back at the IPCPR we reported that General Cigar was in acquisition mode. It was announced first this morning by our friends at HalfWheel.com while we were en route to Mickey Blake’s in Connecticut for our live broadcast on location. The move which strengthens the number of brands for General Cigar promises to deliver a greater value and […]
August 25, 2014 (Miami, Florida) – Tabacalera Puros Aliados of Danli, Honduras, in partnership with Kafie 1901 Cigars, are proud to announce that they have officially celebrated their first year in business together. The Kafie 1901 Cigars company arrived on the scene with the debut of the Don Fernando maduro blend. A blend named after the patriarch of the Kafie family. A family with a history that dates back to 1901 in Honduras. The Don Fernando […]
Gabriel Alvarez Announced as U.S. Director of Sales for Maya Selva Cigars MIAMI, FL — August 26, 2014 — Maya Selva Cigars is pleased to announce that effective September 1st, 2014, Gabriel Alvarez will be joining our team as Director of Sales in the United States. Gabriel Alvarez originally served as the Operations Manager for Kuuts, LLC, where he handled day-to-day operations for the company, including (amongst various other responsibilities) social media, marketing, brand development, logistics, […]
The Connecticut-based cigar company “Connecticut Valley Tobacconist” has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania against La Flor Dominicana. The plaintiff (Connecticut Valley Tobacconist) has also filed suit against Harry’s Smoke Shop, a cigar shop that carries both brands in Philadelphia. The plaintiffs are seeking the destruction of infringing products, plus compensatory and punitive damages The complaint states that the plaintiff created the Mysterioso brand of […]
Drew Estate Unveils “Tienda Exclusiva by Willy Herrera” for Barrister Cigars Miami, FL – Drew Estate Tobacco Co. announced today the release of the first “Tienda Exclusiva by Willy Herrera”, a concept cigar by Willy Herrera. Made at La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in extremely small batches, the Tienda Exclusiva line is specially crafted for one retailer per release, with only a few releases scheduled per year. The inaugural “Tienda Exclusiva by Willy Herrera” blend […]
While we all know that the IPCPR Convention will be in New Orleans in 2015, and that it is widely believed that in 2016 it will return to Las Vegas the door has been opened for the convention to head back to Chicago. A new law would allow the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont (Just outside of Chicago) to hold a tobacco trade show. The Governor of Illinois Pat Quinn signed the law […]
THE GUAYABERA LADY FOUNDATION AND THE FUENTE FAMILY PROUDLY ANNOUNCES THE 3RD ANNUAL “HAVANA NIGHTS” The “Fuente Family Affair” event hits South Florida this October 25, 2014 (Miami, FL) August 21, 2014— Miami is no stranger to amazing events. But few are charged with such a powerful message and such a dynamic group of supporters. The Inaugural Havana Nights – “A Fuente Family Affair” event was held in 2012. The fete was unforgettable to many, […]
With all the smoking bans lately, it’s good to see that there are still places to enjoy a cigar in NYC. NEW YORK, August 21, 2014 – The Knickerbocker Hotel and Nat Sherman have announced that the celebrated tobacconist will operate a signature cigar lounge on the rooftop of the famed New York hotel, slated to open Fall 2014. The two New York legends have joined forces to provide visitors and locals with an unmatched New York experience that seamlessly […]