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 […]
HVC Cigars is proud to announce the launch of the new Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Broadleaf Half Corona, the latest addition to the acclaimed Hot Cake line. This new vitola enhances tradition with a bold and well-balanced blend, delivering a fuller-bodied smoking experience with remarkable depth and a smooth finish in a compact format. The Half Corona (3 ½ x 44) is a tribute to fine cigar craftsmanship, meticulously hand-rolled at Fabrica de Tabacos HVC, S.A. in Estelí, Nicaragua. […]
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, […]
Basel,Switzerland – AVO Cigars is proud to announce the launch of the AVO Syncro 10th Anniversary Limited Edition. AVO’s Master Blenders crafted the box-pressed diademas finas cigar to honour the iconic AVO Syncro Nicaragua that was introduced a decade ago. AVO celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Syncro Nicaragua line: Introduced in 2016, the new line was a groundbreaking endeavour for the brand, as it integrated Nicaraguan tobacco into the blends for the first time, […]
This week on The Ash Holes, we light up the new Gold Star from United & decide who deserves a Gold Star in Cigars for 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 21 Podcast Cafe upstairs at Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, NH.
Hudson, NH – The new Gold Star line from United Cigars arrives at Select United Retailers. Handcrafted at the Tabacalera William Ventura Cigar Factory in the Dominican Republic. First introduced to the market in 1995, the Gold Star line laid dormant until the release of the Limited-Edition Gold Star in 2024 that helped raise over $30,000 for the Navy Seal Gold Star Program. Now released as an ongoing production, the line is keeping the original […]
New Hampshire – Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust has announced the debut of the CANH Fiddlehead, a limited-production cigar crafted exclusively for The Cigar Association of New Hampshire (CANH) Retailers. This exceptional release will be available starting this Saturday, offering cigar enthusiasts a rare opportunity to enjoy a meticulously blended, premium smoke while supporting the continued protection of New Hampshire’s cigar-friendly policies. The CANH Fiddlehead is a 6.00 x 48 featuring a unique Fiddlehead pigtail, presented […]
The True Story of the March Madness Sale : A Two Guys Story : Once upon a time—well, back in February of 1997—Two Guys Smoke Shop got hit with a tax bombshell. Dave Garofalo and his brother John were happily running their cigar business in New Hampshire, enjoying the sweet aroma of success, when their accountant dropped a number on them that made their cigars almost fall right out of their mouths. $103,000 in taxes. […]