FDA Announces Extension to Tobacco Related ANPRMs

Earlier today, the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced extensions to three advanced notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) dockets currently underway. The extension covers the ANPRMs on nicotine reduction, flavors and premium cigars. This extension provides additional time for industry to present its case to the administration and submit comments to the FDA. IPCPR, along with other industry associations, members of Congress and industry stakeholders submitted extension requests. The IPCPR applauds the FDA’s decision […]

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June 7, 2018 by

Billboards Across Florida Urge the Public To Save the Premium Cigar Industry

Through the end of June, electronic billboards across Florida will carry messages informing the public about J.C. Newman’s “Save Cigar City” campaign. The billboards highlight the urgent threat that the premium cigar industry faces from excessive government regulation. They urge consumers to visit www.SaveCigarCity.com where they can submit comments to the FDA asking that it exempt premium cigars from regulation. “Our goal is to spread the word about how America’s historic premium cigar industry is […]

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June 6, 2018 by

Julius Caeser Corona Cigar Review

Julius Caeser is the pioneer and founder of the J.C. Newman Cigar Company. Born in 1875 in a small Hungarian village, J.C. and his family sailed across the Atlantic in 1888 in search of the American Dream. To celebrate J.C.s 135th birthday the company created a third Diamond Crown, a cigar that honors J.C., whose likeness appears on the cigar label. Today we fire up the Corona size in the line. Cigar Review: Julius Caeser Wrapper:Havana Seed […]

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June 5, 2018 by

Aganorsa Signature Selection Coming To IPCPR 2018

AGANORSA LEAF has announced the release of the new AGANORSA LEAF SIGNATURE SELECTION to debut at this summer’s IPCPR show in Las Vegas.  The SIGNATURE SELECTION will be the latest premier expression of Aganorsa Leaf Tobacco and was designed by owner Eduardo Fernandez and his son Max Fernandez to capture the full flavors and aromas that make Aganorsa Leaf a unique experience.  Their Corojo 99 and Criollo 98 seed varietals from the best fields of […]

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June 5, 2018 by

Lotus Teams Up With Margaritaville and Sandshark

The Lotus Group and Vertigo by Lotus, in partnership with Lifestyle Brands, LLC, will make a splash at the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association convention with a new line of co-branded Margaritaville and LandShark cigarware. As the exclusive global licensee for Margaritaville and LandShark cigarware, the company will debut pocket, table, waterproof and extendable lighters, cigar cutters and ashtrays that include lyrics from songs by singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett.  “Our […]

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June 4, 2018 by

VODCast: David G Returns and We Discus Cigars For Warriors

Last week the boys flew solo and Dave will chime in on their performance. He will also recap what he was doing in Florida. David Garofalo was he there for Urban Beach Week or was there another reason.. Tune in to hear about Dave partying it up in South Beach. In the first hour we will light the first cigar of the June Cigar Authority Care Package. It’s the Oliveros Gran Retorno from Rafael Nodal’s […]

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June 2, 2018 by

Tatuaje TAA 50th Anniversary Cigar Review

The history of the limited edition TAA can be traced back to 2011 when Tatuaje released the first one for retailers of the Tobacconist Association of America. This year Tatuaje celebrates the 50th Anniversary with their 8th release. Limited to 2,500 boxes, it’s one of the most sought after limited edition TAA cigars. Cigar Review: Tatuaje TAA Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Rosado Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Length: 5″ Ring Gauge: 52 Size: Robusto The Look: The Tatuaje TAA 50th comes in a slide top cabinet […]

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May 31, 2018 by

Today is International Cigar Smoking Day

On Thursday, May 31, cigar smokers around the world will take a stand against prohibition and celebrate the first International Enjoy a Cigar Day. The holiday proclaimed by Cigar Rights of Europe and Cigar Rights of America does not coincidentally fall on World No Tobacco Day. It is important to highlight cigars as a cultural asset, which as a luxury and indulgence product cannot be legally equated with cigarettes. For the freedom of choice for […]

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May 31, 2018 by

Avo Syncro Nicaragua Fogata Toro Tubo Cigar Review

Fogata, meaning bonfire or campfire in Spanish, was the inspiration for today’s cigar which has its roots within the original Syncro line. Some changes were made to the blend which created a whole new cigar smoking experience. At it’s time of release the Senior Vice President of Global Marketing and Innovation said, “AVO Syncro Nicaragua Fogata delivers new frontiers in cigar experiences. Pulsing with the rhythm of Nicaragua’s more intense Esteli and Condega tobaccos and […]

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May 30, 2018 by

Rocky Patel Vintage 2006 San Andreas Robusto Cigar Review

I am not sure how it is in your neck of the woods, but right now in New Hampshire we are stuck in a worker’s nightmare. It’s hot and sunny during the week with temperatures being in the mid 80’s here. However this weekend when I had off it was in the mid 50’s as a high with rain and overcast skies. Not exactly the perfect weather to enjoy a day off one would work […]

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May 29, 2018 by