Owner Jeremy Casdagli talks of exciting new projects and a relaunch opportunity courtesy of the Middle East.
Gilberto Oliva Jr.: The Tobacco Whisperer
Oliva Cigar Company has produced cigars for over 20 years now, and the man behind almost all their brands is Gilberto Oliva. His secret is working with what you want, not what you get.
Meeting Industry Icon Jochy Blanco
It’s not a stretch to say that what Sir George Martin was to the Beatles, Jochy Blanco has been to a whole host of boutique cigar makers.
Rocky Continues to Collect Air Miles in Battle for Cigar Rights
Despite a frenetic schedule of travel, lobbying and finding time to run his hugely popular cigar brand, Rocky Patel is never short of fun stuff.
Kretek International, Inc. Acquires Foundry Tobacco Company
Most of the Foundry cigars are back under the wing of Giannini and will now be distributed by Kretek International.
Under New Management – Oliva Cigar Family Has Big Plans
With a new driver behind the wheel, Oliva Cigar Company will continue to create great cigars. The only difference is, it will be for a bigger market.
Accessory Manufacturer S.T. Dupont Opens Store At Dubai Mall
French high end accessory manufacturer S.T. Dupont has opened a new store at Dubai Mall, the largest shopping center in the world.
Oettinger Davidoff To Distribute Ventura Cigars In Switzerland
Ventura Cigar Company announced that its Psyko Seven cigars will be arriving on European shores this October at the Oettinger Davidoff Expo in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Joya de Nicaragua: 50 Years of Nicaraguan Excellence
Alejandro Martínez Cuenca has been the owner of the cigar factory Joya de Nicaragua since 1994. It is one of the oldest and most important cigar manufacturers in the world. JdN celebrates a significant milestone with an anniversary cigar.
Up Close – Kuala Lumpur’s Cigar Scene
Our Cigar Journal editor, Samuel Spurr, embarks on a journey to Asia and inquires about the development of the cigar industry in Malaysia.
La Academia del Tabaco | Cigar Friendly: Valencia, Spain
The Academia is open to manufacturers, distributors, retailers worldwide and to the general public. They have their own events, but they are also open to hosting third-party events geard towards promoting premium cigars.
CigarClub.Com Hires Shanda Lee as Chief Marketing Officer
Monthly cigar subscription box company CigarClub.com announces the hiring of Shanda Lee as chief marketing officer (CMO), completing its C-suite expansion.