Hudson, NH – Bandolero, a name steeped in history and intrigue from Selected Tobacco, takes another bold step forward with the Bandolero Premium. With limited production numbers due to the extended aging process, this rare and exclusive offering will be reserved for some of the country’s finest retailers. In the world of premium cigars, some names are whispered rather than announced and Nelson Alfonso, owner of Selected Tobacco is that name. Bandolero Premium offers a […]
Hudson, NH – United Cigars, is making history with the addition of its first in-house company sales team representative, Ryan “The Grandmaster” Ash. Hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana, Ryan brings a wealth of experience from the beauty industry, where he excelled as a National Sales Director. Now, he’s channeling his expertise and passion into the world of premium cigars. “We are beyond excited to have Ryan join the United family,” said Oliver Nivaud, Director of […]
Salem, NH – Somewhere deep in the Dominican Republic (in a factory that shall remain nameless for fear of being canceled by the anti-lectin community), a cigar has been born. Not just any cigar—oh no—this is Lectin, the Official 15th Anniversary Cigar of The Cigar Authority. For those keeping score, The Cigar Authority has been invading your ears every Saturday since April 1, 2010 (yes, they launched on April Fool’s Day, and somehow, it’s still […]
The Davidoff Winston Churchill Toro is a cigar that embodies the complexity and depth of the man it’s named after. Just as Winston Churchill navigated the various facets of life with charisma and determination, this cigar delivers a well-rounded experience, with an Ecuadorian wrapper, Mexican binder, & filler tobaccos from the Dominican Republic, and Nicaragua. The result is a sophisticated and layered smoke that evolves beautifully from start to finish. Upon first glance, the cigar […]
Tim Ozgener joins us for The After Show to talk Old Cigars! Tim brought some old cigars with him for us, we’ll be talking about them and what you can expect from cigars that are over two decades old. 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, NH
This week on The Ash Holes, let’s Talk About Small Cigars in 2025! Big Ring Gauges were hot for a long time but is the industry getting smaller lately? We discuss how small cigars will a BIG impact in 2025. We also have our Dave’s Weekly 6 pack, Weekly Top 5 and Kilt Man’s Corner. The Ash Holes is a member of the United Podcast Network and is recorded live in front of a studio audience at Studio […]
Basel, Switzerland- To honor the tenth anniversary of its Escurio line, Davidoff Cigars releases the Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition limited gran toro cigar. The blend is composed of well-aged Dominican tobaccos and Brazilian Bahia tobaccos with a combined age of 45 years. This includes a filler tobacco that has been refined in a bourbon cask for added sweetness and depth. The Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition is Davidoff’s second edition that celebrates a […]
Micallef Cigars proudly announces the release of Micallef Purple, the latest addition to its growing Color Series. Following the celebrated launches of Micallef Black, Blue, and Red, the new Micallef Purple continues the tradition of offering exceptional cigars at an outstanding value—ensuring quality and consistency while maintaining the same price point established with Micallef Black in 2023. Micallef Black, the first in the series, was awarded Cigar of the Year 2023 by The Cigar Authority, […]
The United Maduro Toro brings a refined take on earthy and spicy profiles, wrapped in a ruggedly handsome Mexican San Andrés Maduro leaf. Developed in 2023, this blend saw United Cigars transition from a box-pressed format to a traditional round vitola. With a Dominican binder and a complex mix of filler tobaccos—including Dominican Broadleaf, Quisqueya, Dominican Seco, and Dominican Olor—this cigar delivers a multi-layered smoking experience. The wrapper is a deep brown hue, falling somewhere […]
Online retailers offer a great selection and convenience. Is this what’s killing brick & mortar retailers? What can they do about it? How does this relate to cigars? 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, NH