The premium cigar industry celebrates a groundbreaking victory as the United States District Court for the District of Columbia issued a landmark ruling in the case of Cigar Association of America et al, v. U.S. Food and Drug Administration et al. The court’s decision to fully vacate the FDA’s deeming rule for premium cigars marks a pivotal moment in the industry’s longstanding struggle against what has been deemed arbitrary and capricious regulation. For over a […]
Today, we are joined by a familiar face, Sarah Green. We talk about when people should get into and get out of the cigar industry. Is there an ideal age to start? When should you start thinking about leaving the cigar industry. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in […]
Today the Ash Holes are smoking the Perdomo 20th Anniversary while discussing what it takes to make it in the cigar industry, both as an individual and as a brand. We also have a Dave’s Weekly 6 Pack, a weekly Top 5 and some Delightful News. Join the Ash Holes as we light up cigars and talk about them. As always you can find many of the cigars we smoke at https://www.2guyscigars.com. PLEASE NOTE: Due to […]
(August 8, 2023) – Micallef Cigars and All Saints Cigars proudly announce the integration of their sales forces. Micky Pegg, co-owner of All Saints Cigars, assumes the role of President of Sales for the combined team. This collaboration enhances both brands while maintaining their distinct identities. Driven by the belief that unity leads to far-reaching success, Micallef Cigars and All Saints Cigars are poised to amplify their market influence. While maintaining independent functions such as […]
Hudson, NH – Red Anchor: A Tribute to Heritage and Excellence. United Cigars proudly announces the highly anticipated release of its latest cigar line extensions, Red Anchor Captain and Gunner, are set to hit the shelves in late August. Produced at Kelner Boutique Factory (KBF), The Red Anchor line is a testament to the rich history and commitment to excellence that the Kelner family brings to every creation. The Captain and Gunner measuring 5 x […]
This week on The Cigar Authority, we will look at packaging and re-branding the old into something brand new, but its really the same thing. In the first hour we light up a Studio 21, which is the name of the Studio where we broadcast The Cigar Authority. The Studio was named after this cigar. Join Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo and Ed Sullivan as we light up cigars and talk about them. As always you […]
The Cigar Authority has enlisted the help of our listeners to do blind cigar reviews. Now the question is what we should call the reviewers. Once again, we enlisted the help of our listeners to come up with the perfect name. The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, […]
The Cigar Authority, a renowned cigar news website and host of The Cigar Authority podcast, proudly unveils the Smoke, Taste, And Review System (STARS), a groundbreaking approach to cigar reviews. With STARS, ratings and reviews are no longer conducted by The Cigar Authority team members but by consumers themselves. These unbranded cigars are purchased with their own money, ensuring an impartial evaluation of the cigars without any predetermined biases. According to David Garofalo, host of […]
This week on The Cigar Authority, Mr. Jonathan, David Garofalo, amd Ed Sullivan talk about Private Label products including cigars brands. We will smoke the Dos Hombre Nicaraguan Robusto, a house brand for Two Guys Smoke Shop. With the economy taking a hit, you might want to take your chances with a private label house brand. In the 2nd hour, we will light up another private label brand called 22 degrees North, 83 degrees West, […]
The Cigar Authority has enlisted the help of our listeners for cigar reviews. We have a group of listeners that are reviewing cigars. We need to come up with a better name than Cigar Rating Cigar System. Can you help us come up with something? The Cigar Authority is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys […]