The 2020 dates for the Perdomo Factory Tours have been released.
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The Perdomo Factory Tours 2020
The 2020 dates for the Perdomo Factory Tours have been released.
Cuba’s Historic Cigar Factories: Pedro Murias’ La Meridiana
The factory founder’s name is almost entirely unknown today. However, towards the end of the 19th century, Pedro Murias was one of the leading manufacturers of cigars in Havana.
Cigar Scene
Procigar Festival 2020 | 16-21 Feb 2020
The Dominican Procigar Festival is scheduled to take place from February 16h to 21st 2020. It starts at Casa de Campo from February 16-18th and will move on at Santiago de los Caballeros from February 18th-21st. The following cigar manufacturers will open their factories and give field tours: Tabacalera de García, La Flor Dominicana, De…
New Releases
News from Alec Bradley Cigar Co.: Fine & Rare HOF / 506 is returning
Alec Bradley Cigar Co. announces the return of Fine & Rare HOF / 506 in November. In 2011, Alan introduced the novel concept of Fine & Rare- a cigar with an unheard of ten different tobaccos. Since then, enthusiasts await the announcement of the annual Limited Edition release. Fine & Rare is an ever evolving project. The…
Ratings & Awards
WINNERS OF THE 2019 CIGAR TROPHY AWARDS ANNOUNCED
There are many awards, but only a few are conferred by you, the consumers. The greater the suspense on Friday evening, when the winners of the coveted public awards were announced in the presence of the biggest names of the industry. To determine the shortlists our readers were asked to nominate their top-candidates in the…
Cigar Friendly
Procigar Festival 2020 | 16-21 Feb 2020
The Dominican Procigar Festival is scheduled to take place from February 16h to 21st 2020. It starts at Casa de Campo from February 16-18th and will move on at Santiago de los Caballeros from February 18th-21st. The following cigar manufacturers will open their factories and give field tours: Tabacalera de García, La Flor Dominicana, De…
Cigars in Vienna – A Very Special Microcosm
Here you will find a complete list of the best Viennese cigar shops, bars and hotels.
Procigar Festival 2020 | 16-21 Feb 2020
The Dominican Procigar Festival is scheduled to take place from February 16h to 21st 2020. It starts at Casa de Campo from February 16-18th and will move on at Santiago de los Caballeros from February 18th-21st. The following cigar manufacturers will open their factories and give field tours: Tabacalera de García, La Flor Dominicana, De…
From the Magazine
Davidoff’s Star System
On August 1, 2019, a strictly limited Davidoff Exclusive Germany Edition came onto the market. This is only available in flagship stores and 5***** Ambassador tobacconists. The cigar comprises a complex blend with tobaccos from four various countries of origin.
Turmeaus Cigars & Whisky – UK’s Largest Cigar Shop
Liverpool’s favorite tiny tobacconist, Turmeaus, has just become the UK’s largest specialist cigar shop. C.Gars Ltd took over Turmeaus in 2003. The London-based company’s new flagship store, rechristened Turmeaus Cigars and Whisky, is now in the center of Liverpool.
Cigar-rolling Craft Considered Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Netherlands
Ria Bos from the Netherlands has managed to have cigar rolling registered as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Best Places to Smoke Cigars in Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills is a playground for true passionados of fine cigars. Calum Donoghue took a flight to the world’s most famous ZIP code, 90210, to enjoy the finest sticks on the menu.
Cigar Hotspot in Liverpool: Puffin’ Rooms
Cigar Journal’s Nick Hammond provides a world-exclusive sneak preview of C.Gars Ltd’s stunning new UK venue.
City Guide Hamburg: Smoking in the Elements
We set out for Hamburg to explore the northern German port city’s cigar scene and discover its havens for cigar lovers.
Viking Cigars: Spreading the Viking Spirit
Viking Cigars represents the nordic spirit. Embodied in three cigars. It’s about swords and schoolyard fights, an just a hint of Cuba. Arnt Ånensen and Hawk Aanonsen want to offer cigars for “real” men.
Oscar Valladares: The Cigar Industry’s New Rising Star
It takes an extraordinary character to achieve extraordinary things. We sat down with Oscar Valladares, who with an eye for detail, creativity and persistence has made it to the very top in no time at all.
Alec & Bradley
Most people know the cigar company Alec Bradley, but many don’t realize the company’s founder is actually Alan Rubin.