IPCPR Issues Retailer Compliance Update

Sampling Effective August 8, 2016, retailers are not permitted to distribute free samples to consumers at fundraisers, charity events, in-store events, legislative events, etc. IPCPR believes that the following practices do not violate the free sample provision, and have requested written confirmation from FDA: Providing a cigar in exchange for buying other products (e.g. “buy one get one free”). Replacing a plugged, spoiled, or otherwise damaged cigar for free. Having a raffle with cigar(s) as […]

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September 22, 2016 by

Intemperance BA XXI Breach of the Peace Cigar Review

Intemperance is defined as a lack of moderation or restraint. It’s secondary definition is excessive indulgence, especially in alcohol. For the Intemperance from RoMaCraft Tobac one can argue that cigars are our Intemperance and much like the prohibition movement with alcohol, it is time to stand up against those who want to take away the things we enjoy as adults. We should be free to make our own decisions in life. Cigar Review: Intemperance BA XXICountry […]

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September 22, 2016 by

FDA Releases Cost of 2017 User Fees

The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has released their calculations for user fees of tobacco products for 2017. User fees are part of the new regulations issued by the FDA. The money obtained via user fees is used to fund the FDA’s operation. The amount paid will vary by year and are based on a percentage of SCHIP (40.26 cents) taxes paid by cigar companies. It is expected that the Cigar industry will fund […]

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September 22, 2016 by

Liga Privada No. 9 Corona Doble Cigar Review

Every now and then I get a craving for a cigar. Often, I don’t know what I want and I wander around the humidor like a lost puppy trying to figure out what I want to smoke. This morning however, I wanted to smoke a Liga Privada No. 9 and as luck would have it our friend Peter Hudson sent a bunch of them my way. Cigar Review: La Piga Privada No. 9Country of Origin: NicaraguaWrapper: Connecticut BroadleafBinder: Brazilian Mata […]

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September 21, 2016 by

LFD Suave Maximo by La Flor Dominicana – Cigar Review

When you think of La Flor Dominicana, you might think of a ligero laden smoke with plenty of power to go around. However, that’s not the case with the LFD Suave. It’s a more mellow option for those of us who want to enjoy all the qualities of the brand, but not the strength. What am I Smoking? Cigar: LFD Suave (Light) Maximo Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Connecticut Binder: Dominican Filler: Dominican Length: 6 Inches […]

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September 20, 2016 by

La Flor Dominicana Factory Press II

I was gifted quite a few cigars at my wedding this weekend, but the one cigar I couldn’t wait to light up came from a Doctor friend of mine. That cigar is the La Flor Dominicana Factory Press II. The Factory Press II was originally released in 2006 and was born out of Litto Gomez’ fascination of the box pressing process at the factory. This version of the cigar has long been sold out. Cigar Review: La […]

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September 19, 2016 by

Podcast: Live From Barry’s Wedding

This week we are on the road in Goffstown, New Hampshire for Barry’s Wedding. Broadcasting live from the La Flor Dominicana studios, we will sit down and meet the bride that was crazy enough to accept his proposal. We will sit down with the official sponsor of the wedding Hammer + Sickle Cigars & Vodka as well as meet the Best Man. Join us as we light up the Hammer + Sickle Trademark Natural and […]

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September 17, 2016 by

Cigar Journal Names Cigar Authority Ambassadors of the Year

At the 2016 InterTabac trade show Cigar Journal held their annual awards dinner. During the course of the awards ceremony it was announced that The Cigar Authority was named the 2016 Cigar Ambassadors of the Year. This award has humbled us all and we will be sure to discuss it on Saturday’s webcast/podcast which can be viewed live on this very website at 12 Noon eastern time where we will annouce all the winners from […]

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September 16, 2016 by

THE UPSETTERS Django by Foundation Cigar Company – Cigar Review

Nick Melillo is at it again, and this time he is using a little bit of the magic he learned while working at Drew Estate. He took that magic traveled to Jamaica to learn time honored traditions and secrets to put together the blend of a new line of infused cigars known as The Upsetters. What am I Smoking? Cigar: The Upsetters Django (The ‘D’ is silent) Country of Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaraguan Claro Binder: Nicaraguan […]

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September 16, 2016 by

22N / 83W Corona Extra Cigar Review

With my wedding on Saturday, I decided to review one of my Best Man’s favorite cigars… 22N/83W stands for the Latitude and Longitude where you will find Hacienda el Corojo, a plantation that once (1930 – 1990) grew arguably the best tobacco in the world. Today, having low yield and being highly susceptible to disease Corojo is is not used anymore, but the seeds still exists. 22N/83W uses authentic El Corojo seed in its entire 5-Country […]

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September 15, 2016 by