In early December 2018 Oliva cigars opened a new factory called TABOLISA II in Esteli, Nicaragua.
The American View: Swedish Match
“I still think Imperial should buy (Swedish Match)”, said a veteran cigar company executive, who preferred not to be identified. “Then they’d have all the brands.” Cuban brands, that is.
LATEST LONDON ONLINE AUCTION KEEPS CIGAR COLLECTOR’S BUSY
THE latest online cigar auction from London’s C.Gars Ltd saw cabinet after cabinet of beautiful cigars go under the gavel.
A symbiosis for a flourishing future together : „Epernay & Fume D’Amour“
Oettinger Davidoff and Illusione cigars decided to cooperate together in order to open the pan-European market for their brands.
Jim Colucci Joins Gurkha Cigars as President and COO
Jim Colucci of Sindicato Cigars has been named the Chief Operating Officer and President of Gurkha Cigars.
Boutique Brand Jas Sum Kral Up Close
There’s nothing new about a long-time cigar fan deciding to throw his hat in the ring and produce his own blend. However, Riste Ristevski’s Jas Sum Kral cigars, branded by Ristevski as “Boutique as f*ck,” have garnered plenty of online attention since debuting in late 2015.
1502 Cigars: Enrique Sanchez is Proudly Nicaraguan
Nicaraguan heritage is very important to Enrique Sánchez, founder of Global Premium Cigars. When he walked into Néstor Plasencia’s office in 2010, he was told to emphasize his roots. It was not the first time – and certainly not the last – that he took the cigar legend’s advice.
Fratello Cigars Offering Discounts To Government Employees
Omar de Frias, founder of Fratello Cigars, announced that his company, in partnership with W. Curtis Draper Tobacconist, will be offering relief to federal employees in the DC area.
Royal Agio Cigars USA and Avanti Cigar Ending Distribution Agreement
Royal Agio Cigars USA and Avanti Cigar Company recently made the joint decision to end their exclusive distribution agreement for the U.S. market effective February 1, 2019. Avanti will now reassume all distribution and sales activities for the U.S.
Ventura Cigars Becoming Standalone Business Under Kretek Umbrella
Ventura Cigars announced its new status as a stand-alone business unit and full subsidiary of Kretek International, Inc.
J.C. Newman Launches A New Website
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has officially launched its newly designed website.
Burning Down Barriers: Shirley McClellan’s Way Into the Cigar Industry
Looking around the landscape of the cigar industry, one thing notably missing is the presence of African-American brick & mortar owners, especially females. Shirley McClellan opened the Fire & Smoke Cigar Parlor in Baltimore, MD with a mission.