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New Releases – Editors – February 10, 2016

Colibri Announced Quadruple-Jet Flame Lighter Series for Asylum Cigars

Firebird, the company’s value-oriented accessories brand since 1970, will debut the Qu4d Burner, a quadruple-jet flame cigar lighter especially suitable for lighting up large ring gauge cigars. The lighter will be available in four finishes for a suggested retail price of USD 14.99.

Cigar News – Press Release – February 10, 2016

Joya Red Half Corona Now Available in the United States

Joya de Nicaragua has announced that the Joya Red Half Corona (3¾ x 46) is now available for sale in the U.S. Joya de Nicaragua introduced this new vitola to the Joya Red cigar line last September during the Inter-Tabac trade show held in Dortmund, Germany.

Cigar News – Nick Hammond – February 9, 2016

Who are the Buyers of High-Priced Vintage Cigars?

The vintage cigar market can be an enigmatic place, with players unwilling to reveal their sources, collections or investments for fear of alerting their competitors. With some information from a few specialists, Nick Hammond found out that vintage buyers can be divided into two distinct groups.

New Releases – Samuel Spurr – February 5, 2016

Siglo Announces Release of Year of the Monkey Humidor and Ashtray

To celebrate the Year of the Monkey (starting Monday, February 8), Siglo Accessory has announced the release of both a corresponding limited edition humidor as well as an ceramic ashtray.

Cigar News – Editors – February 4, 2016

Oettinger Davidoff Announced the Launch of Cusano Dominican Connecticut

In a press release, Oettinger Davidoff AG yesterday announced the launch of the new cigar line Cusano Dominican Connecticut. The new line will be available worldwide, starting in Europe in February 2016 and followed by the USA in April 2016.

Cigar Industry – Editors – February 4, 2016

Miami Cigar & Co. Taking Over U.S. Distribution for Toscano

Miami Cigar & Company announced that they have reached an agreement to become the exclusive distributor of Toscano Cigars in the United States. Based in Tuscany, Italy, Toscano has been producing their iconic cigars for 200 years and is to this day the most dominant cigar brand in Italy.

Cigar Industry – Editors – February 3, 2016

Villiger Cigars North America Names Rene Castaneda as New President

In this new role, Castaneda will oversee all aspects of US operations, including sales and marketing. Castaneda will work in tandem, with managing director, Michael Blumendeller who remained in the company after profound restructuring in December of 2015.

Cigar Life & Culture – Irene Rittler – February 2, 2016

What Makes Spanish Cedarwood the Top Choice of Cigar Manufacturers?

It’s a well-known fact that Spanish cedarwood is the top choice of cigar manufacturers when it comes to packaging and storing cigars. But why exactly is the fragrant wood an industry favorite for humidor paneling and cigar boxes?

Cigar News – Frank Seltzer – February 2, 2016

Boutique Cigars: Jesus Fuego Between Land and Sea

Jesus Fuego is torn between a passion for both land and sea. And while he is working hard on new products and selling his existing lines during shore leave, he always makes time for his first love, the sea.

Cigar Industry – Editors – February 1, 2016

Julio & Justo Eiroa Founding Their Own Cigar Company JRE Tobacco

Christian Eiroa announced in a press statement that his father, Julio, and his brother, Justo, have entered the cigar business by founding the independent company JRE Tobacco. The new company’s portfolio will include the brands Aladino, Rancho Luna and Tatascan.

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