News | Maya Selva Cigars Celebrats 20 Years

Maya Selva Cigars Celebrates “20 Años” Hollywood, FL — April 7th, 2015 — Maya Selva Cigars, producer of Flor de Selva, Cumpay, and Villa Zamorano, is pleased to announce that 2015 is our 20th anniversary in the premium cigar industry. “20 Años” will be the theme this year for Maya Selva Cigars. On March 8th, we had the honor of hosting a multitude of guests from around the world–including customers, friends, and industry media professionals–to […]

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Law | Grand Forks, ND Smoking Ban Moves Closer

On Monday, The Grand Forks Park Board gave its first approval to a ban on smoking at all park district property and smokeless tobacco to those same properties albeit with a few exceptions. The motion to approve the ban took place after an hour debate and the failed of a motion that would have resulted in ban of all tobacco use. The current Grand Forks city code currently prohibits smoking but not chewing tobacco at […]

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Law | Washington State Changes Bill to Age 19

Washington state is one of a growing number of states looking to raise the smoking age, however this week House Bill 1458 which was looking to raise the age required to purchase or use to 21 was amended by the House Finance Committee. The amended bill which passed by a vote of 9-7 changes the age from 21 to 18 and would push the effective date back by four years. The bill which is not […]

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Law | Tobacco Displays Banned in United Kingdom

When the battle against the FDA started stateside one of the things we were told is that tobacco displays could become banned. Many laughed at the audacity of such a thing, surely it could not happen. Beginning today it is now illegal to openly display tobacco products in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland. According to the National Federation of Retail Newsagents, some of the new rules require that tobacco be carried in a non […]

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Media | Catalina Wine Mixer – 5th Anniversary Show

This weekend marks the 5th anniversary of The Cigar Authority and we have a lot to talk about. Joining us will be Nick Perdomo via remote broadcast in the first half hour and in the second half hour we will be joined by long time listener and friend of The Cigar Authority, Rudy. We will debut the new Atabey Ritos and smoke a Perdomo Small Batch, All that more on this weeks episode… Next Episode: […]

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Cigar Review | Exceptional Premium Cigars Inaugural

So those of you who listened to The Cigar Authority last week heard the story and bought the cigar. The response to the purchase has been incredible, and a few have requested a review of the cigar. For those who don’t know the backstory, “The alleged story is that a very well known “boutique” cigar manufacturer, who has been around for a long time and makes wonderful cigars, had a little mishap in his factory […]

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News | Kafie 1901 Connecticut Available Now

From Kafie 1901 Cigars: Kafie 1901 Cigars announces the arrival of their Connecticut Blend. We are proud to announce the addition of our long awaited Connecticut blend. Dr. Gaby Kafie, owner and brand creator states …. “I’m excited to offer a new interpretation of our blend in a Connecticut version.” The company started it platform with a maduro blend that features a Nicaraguan grown Habano wrapper. Kafie 1901 Cigars prides itself in doing business with […]

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News | Air Force Bans Smoking In Recreational Areas

As the Department of Defense mulls changes to the policy of smoking in the military, the Air Force has made it illegal to smoke in recreational areas including its bowling alleys, beaches, parks, golf courses and basketball courts. Smoking is also prohibited in vehicles on bases where there is a person under the age of 14 present. According to Air Force Colonel Dr. John Oh,  the Air Force, we’re committed to promoting tobacco-free living throughout. […]

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Law | Rhode Island Hears Bills To Ban Smoking In Casinos

The state of Rhode Island which currently has a bill looking to raise the state tobacco age to 21 is now looking to ban smoking at its two gambling facilities. The bill which was introduced by Susan Sonowski, a Democrat from South Kingstown was heard yesterday  before the Senate Committee on Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs. For those to think this is more of a cigarette issue, think again as Karina Holoak Wood the director of public […]

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Cigar Review | Perdomo Edicion de Silvio

When the Edicion de Silvio first came out I was a shop owner in Brooklyn, NY and these cigars came in beautiful chests. I remember the cigar selling north of $20.00 and not being able to get enough of them. I relayed the story to the local sales representative Roy Kirby of Perdomo and he quickly gifted me a couple of samples. Made to honor Nick Perdomo’s grandfather. Silvio the cigar is rolled only by […]

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