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IPCPR, CAA & CRA File Lawsuit Versus FDA

WASHINGTON D.C. – The three major cigar and tobacco industry associations filed suit Thursday against the United States Food and Drug Administration’s “Deeming Rule.” The Cigar Association of America, International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers Association, and the Cigar Rights of America are asking the District Court for the District of Columbia for a declaratory injunction “vacate, set aside and enjoin the enforcement of the final rule” because it is violates numerous federal statutes as […]

July 15, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Press Release – Flor de D’Crossier Cabinet Selection No.1

There was a time where CABINET SELECTIONS was the highlight of the British cigar market. In the beginning of the 20th century, with the ascension to the throne of Edward VII, an avid cigar enthusiast, cigar smoking was raised to new heights of fashion. Historians considered this, the golden aged of premium cigars and tobacco in general. During this time in the United Kingdom, certain vitolas became extremely fashionable, doble figurados and piramides, among other […]

July 13, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Foundation Cigar Company To Release Tabernacle

The Tabernacle is Foundation Cigar Company’s newest super premium cigar, boasting a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and some of Nicaragua’s finest fillers. It is a combination of tastes that calls on founder Nicholas Melillo’s roots in the Connecticut River Valley and also his work with the finest artisanal tobacco batches in Nicaragua. “I want to show my love for Connecticut Broadleaf,” says Melillo. “I was born in New Haven where, at the turn of the century, there […]

July 13, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Crux Epicure To Debut At IPCPR 2016

After launching its brand with six different regular production blends in 2014 and two more in 2015, Crux Cigars is proud to announce it will adding another option for sophisticated palates this year. The new regular release from Crux Cigars is the Epicure, a blend that features a sophisticated creamy experience, with refined notes of white chocolate, nougat and creme brulee. The subtle harmony of tobaccos in just the right ratios results in this desirable […]

July 12, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Seven US Senators Question FDA on Final Rule

According to Cigar Rights of America on June 7, 2016, seven United States Senators – Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL), Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Senator Jon Tester (D-MT), Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), and Senator James Inhofe (R-OK) – sent a letter to FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf to express their concerns with the final rule that subjected premium cigars to regulation. In the body of the letter, the […]

July 8, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Rick Ardito Joins Foundation Cigar Company

Rick Ardito has officially joined Foundation Cigar Company as Brand Manager, for the highly anticipated July 2016 release of Nick Melillo’s exciting new brand, “The Upsetters.” Ardito brings a wealth of knowledge and valuable experience to the project backed by nearly two decades of industry experience beginning with Drew Estate in 1997, retiring in 2010 as both a Partner and Executive Vice President of Public Relations. Ardito also served as Vice President of Sales and […]

July 8, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Nat Sherman IPCPR Sneak Peak

Nat Sherman unveiled today a sneak peek of what can be expected at their booth during the 2016 IPCPR Trade Show in Las Vegas. The show which is a few weeks away will see Nat Sherman unveil the updated Nat Sherman Metropolitan Selection. The cigar is available in three wrappers; Connecticut, Habano and Maduro. The Nat Sherman Metropolitan Habano, a Nicaragua Puro will consist of five formats: Short Robusto (4.5” x 54, $5.50) Robusto Fino (5” […]

July 7, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Moya Ruiz To Release La Jugada Claro

Moya Ruiz sent out a press release this morning announcing the release of the La Jugada Claro. This marks their first venture into Connecticut Shade Grown tobacco. The La Jugada Claro will made at La Zona, a factory owned and operated in Esteli, Nicaragua by Erik Espinosa. The cigar will feature an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper ver Nicaragua binder and filler. The cigar joins La Jugada Prieto (San Andres) and La Jugada Habano and creates an […]

July 6, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Miami Cigar To Distribute Foundation Upsetters

Nicholas Melillo, owner of Foundation Cigar Company formally announces the appointment of Miami Cigar Company as the Exclusive Distributor for the long awaited UPSETTERS brand set for release just prior to the 2016 IPCPR Show in Las Vegas. Founded by Nestor and Mariana Miranda in 1989, Miami Cigar has become one of the premier distributors of premium cigars boasting a portfolio, which includes Tatiana, Don Lino and the Nestor Miranda brands. Miami Cigar & Co. […]

July 5, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

Baracoa Cigar Company Announces Launch of “The Voyage”

Many people would argue a great cigar is one of life’s true pleasures. In fact, in the Americas it’s a tradition that has begun even before the United States saw its first day. This makes the expectations of quality among American cigar smokers quite high and their passion for cigars close to unmatched. Stepping up to answer this call is the Maryland-based, Baracoa Cigar Company, a new boutique cigar manufacturer who recently announced their launch […]

July 5, 2016 by The Cigar Authority

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