Alan Rubin, Alec Bradley Cigar Co. founder, announced today his acquisition of Lars Tetens Brands.
Manny Iriarte: Art of Cigars
He even makes cigars smile. Manny Iriarte, Cuban by birth, is not only shooting artistically highly valuable photos, he is actually staging his photos in a manner which catapults the viewer into the middle of the event.
Gran Habano Announces Distribution in California
Gran Habanos announced, that from April 1, 2019 they will start a direct distribution of its full catalog to retailers in California. As it is supposed to be the biggest cigar market in the U.S., the company is estimating a visible growth and an increasing brand awareness around passionados of Gran Habano cigars.
Oettinger Davidoff AG Names New President For Davidoff Americas
Effective immediately, Dylan Austin, currently VP of Sales and Marketing, will become President – Davidoff Americas, and will take over responsibility for the Americas business.
TABOLISA II – Oliva Cigars opens a new factory in Nicaragua
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.


