Last week, Max Bichler resigned from his position at Rocky Patel Premium Cigars and his recently announced position on the PCA Board of Directors. With Bitchler’s resignation, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is announcing the appointment of George Rico of Gran Habano to fill Bichler’s position as an associate member on the PCA Board of Directors.
Raíces Cubanas Expands Internationally with German Distribution
Raíces Cubanas has announced a new distribution agreement with VCF/Woermann Cigars, who will serve as the exclusive distributor of the Raíces brand in Germany.
PCA and CAA Commission Study on Tax Cap Policies
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Association of America (CAA) announce that they are collaborating on a national study of cigar tax cap policies enacted and planned throughout the nation.
Villiger Cigars to Return to Canada Via Distributor Tabac Arsenal
With an agreement solidified shortly after PCA 2025 in New Orleans, Canadian distributor Tabac Arsenal will distribute Villiger to the Canadian marketplace, marking the return of Villiger to Canada where it has been absent since early 2021.
The XIX AmiCigar Weekend in Italy
This 19th cigar weekend of AmiCigar was a luxurious escape for passionados and novices alike who seek to delve deeper into the art of cigar craftsmanship and enjoyment.
SOTL Global Movement Meeting Hosted at Fuente Headquarters
Shaping the Future of the Cigar Industry through Women’s Leadership.
Cigar Trophy 2025 – Six Days Left to Nominate
From May 17 to June 8, the global cigar family has the opportunity to nominate those brands, cigars, lounges and accessories, that will then be published for voting in the second round.
Kafie 1901 Partners with Don Stefano to Launch European Expansion
Kafie 1901 Cigars, a boutique premium cigar company founded in 2013, is proud to announce a strategic distribution partnership with Don Stefano Zigarrenmanufaktur GmbH, one of Europe’s most historic and respected cigar manufacturers, based in Heuchelheim, Germany.
Together for a brighter and safer Santiago de Cuba
This summer, Cuba’s second largest city, Santiago de Cuba, celebrates its 510th anniversary. Camaquito would like to use this special anniversary to support the local population and send a message of hope.
The 12th SOTL Global Round Table in Tampa
The 12th SOTL global Round table in Tampa.
Pledge98 raised $11,907 for the Els for Autism Foundation!
From April 1st to April 30th, Casa Carrillo donated $9.80 for every box of Pledge Prequel cigars sold.
GCC Response to Recent US Court Ruling on COHIBA Trademark
On May 7, 2025, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruled in favor of Cubatabaco in the litigation General Cigar Co., Inc. filed challenging the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board’s cancellation of its US trademark registrations for the COHIBA mark for cigars.
