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Atabey Duendes

Atabey Duendes Tubes Coming For Fall 2024

Hudson, NH – Atabey Duendes Tubes are the latest addition to the most luxurious line on the cigar market. Measuring 6 1/8 by 54, each cigar is elegantly packaged in sophisticated cartons of three tubes, perfect for gifting or providing yourself with a mental escape to relaxation. These uniquely designed cosmetic-grade aluminum tubes, have a golden peak to house the torpedo style vitola. Made from aluminum, Selected Tobacco was conscious to choose packaging with a […]

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Byron 20th Century

Byron 20th Century Habaneros Gift Set Coming This Fall

Hudson, NH – Byron 20th Century Habaneros Tube Gift Set with ashtray travels to retailers beginning this October. An exquisite collection limited to 1,000 sets is designed for Byron enthusiasts and curators of coveted treasures. A true luxurious set featuring five Byron Habaneros cigars, each elegantly presented in cosmetic-grade metal tubes measuring 6 x 54, ensuring both protection and sophistication. Accompanying the cigars is a unique Byron 20th Century stoneware ashtray, designed by the celebrated […]

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Atabey Ritos Gift Set

Atabey Ritos Gift Set Coming For Fall 2024

Hudson, NH – Atabey Ritos Gift Set lands in the US and will begin shipping first week of October. These limited-edition sets, featuring five Atabey Ritos cigars (6 1/8 x 55) in tubes paired with an elegant porcelain Atabey ashtray. This remarkable gift set is a celebration of Atabey and the post-roll aging process that Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco has become known for. Designed to be immortalized in the cigar history books, the Atabey […]

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Cigar Brands Dead

Nelson Alfonso & Selected Tobacco – The After Show

Oliver Nivaud joins us on The After Show. He talks about PCA, Nelson Alfonso, Selected Tobacco and so much more. 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

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Byron Lounge

Byron Cigar Lounge Coming To Nashville

A new Byron Cigar Lounge opening inside The Ariston, a newly remodeled cigar oasis in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN. The Pearse family has built a tremendous legacy in the Nashville area when it comes to luxury cigar destinations. Following the success of their two additional locations, Franklin Cigars and Nashville Cigars, The Ariston promises to be a destination for cigar enthusiasts seeking a refined and intimate experience. Located in the epicenter of our […]

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Alfonso Añejo No. 4 Cigar Review – Golden Aging

The Alfonso Añejo No. 4, a creation by Selected Tobacco, boasts a blend that epitomizes the pinnacle of craftsmanship and meticulous aging. Wrapped in an Ecuador wrapper with an Ecuador binder, its fillers feature a blend of Nicaraguan ligero and Peruvian tobaccos. The aging process, a signature of Selected Tobacco, unfolds over five years, culminating in the final stages within French Oak-lined rooms. The Alfonso Añejo immediately captivates with its flawless golden wrapper, radiating a […]

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Atabey Black Ritos

Cigar Review: Atabey Black Ritos

Atabey Black Ritos started off as the idea of Oliver Nivaud from United Cigar, later turned into a discussion with Nelson Alfonso, and pushed over the line by Nelson Alfonso, Jr., the very first NFT cigar was born.  On April 1, 2021, what some believed to be an April Fools joke was real, or kind of.   OpenSea, a digital NFT trading platform, still unknown to most of the cigar community, Atabey Black Ritos came […]

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Atabey Black Ritos

Atabey Black Ritos Begins Shipping

After more than 5 years of preparation, the Atabey Black Ritos by Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco is now shipping to United Cigar Branded lounges and NFT Box holders. As the world’s first cigar NFT, the Atabey Black Ritos NFT was first released in 2021 and sold as single and box NFT’s. Enthusiasts were able to purchase the NFT boxes at a set price of $1,200 as Atabey Black NFT’s were released with a charitable […]

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Byron Limited Edition Porcelain Ashtrays Now Available

Hudson, NH –Renowned artist and blender of Selected Tobacco, Nelson Alfonso, has once again pushed the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship with his latest creation—three stunning porcelain ashtrays , each uniquely designed to pay homage to the timeless beauty of the tobacco plant’s flower. These luxurious ashtrays are presented in designer boxes and are inspired by the rich history of the Byron Cigar line. Nelson Alfonso, celebrated for his unmatched attention to detail and artistic […]

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Cigar Review: Byron 1850 No. 4 – Craftsmanship & Dedication

The Byron 1850 No. 4 is a true testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of Nelson Alfonso. Created to celebrate 175 years of Byron, this cigar offers a luxurious experience in every puff. With its dimensions measuring 5 inches in length and a 50-ring gauge, it boasts a perfect balance between size and smoke production. Upon first inspection, the appearance of the cigar is captivating. The wrapper, a beautiful chocolate brown shade, shines with an […]

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