Sad news from Cuba arrived mid-May with the passing of an industry legend. Known to many in the global cigar industry, but especially the Asia-Pacific region, Crisanto “Santo” Cardenas, the master blender and head torcedor for Roberto Duran Cigars passed away.
Rick Rodriguez unveils West Tampa Tobacco Company
Just days after officially retiring from STG/General Cigar Company, Rick Rodriguez announces the formation of his own venture, West Tampa Tobacco Company, where he will serve as Master Blender/Co-Founder.
Habanos S.A. breaks record turnover at 568 million US-Dollars
Corporación Habanos, S.A., has released its financial data for the 2021 financial year, in which it obtained a turnover of 568 million dollars, with a 15% growth compared to the previous year.
Joya de Nicaragua lands in Qatar
On the occasion of the arrival of Joya de Nicaragua in Qatar, with The Humidor as distributor, the official launch of the brand will take place in Doha on May 15. Born in 2020, The Humidor Trading Co. has exclusive distribution of well-known brands to the local market in Doha, such as Oliva, Plasencia, Rocky…
Cigar Slow Smoking World Championship | Oslo
On Saturday May 6, the first qualification round of the Cigar Slow Smoking World Championship took place in Oslo, Norway.
PCA launches Cigar Policy Roundtable in London
Under the theme “Education and Private-Public sector collaboration: Essential to protect, nurture and develop the artisanal premium cigar industry”, the Premium Cigar Association launched in London the first International Diplomatic Premium Cigar Policy Roundtable, in partnership with the Ambassadors and senior diplomatic representatives of the world’s major cigar producing nations, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic and Honduras.
Prices for Cohiba Will Triple
Habanos S.A. adjusted the prices for Cohiba, Trinidad, Montecristo 1935 and Romeo y Julieta Línea de Oro to the Hong Kong price level for all markets worldwide.
Casa Cuevas Cigasr Now Available in Canada
Casa Cuevas Cigars announces that the Casa Cuevas line of cigars is now available to the Canadian public, via Canadian Craft Cigars owned by cigar enthusiast Barry Hannah and Kent Plosz.
Smoke At The Creek Cigar Festival Returns in 2022 | August (IN)
The boutique cigar festival Smoke At The Creek is returning in 2022 after the success of the inaugural event in 2021.
Habanos, S.A. To Introduce New International Pricing Policy
Cuban cigar prices are expected to substantially increase in the coming days. According to reliable sources, Habanos S.A. intends to introduce a new international price homogenization policy, similar to that applied by global luxury brands.
The Pinnacle of Competitive Cigar Smoking Comes to India
The India Cigar Club and CigarKings India Pvt. Ltd. announce the inaugural Indian qualification rounds of the Cigar World Smoking Championship (CSWC) occurring through June.
New Online Cuban Cigar Resource Launched In UK
Site Aims To Provide A Gathering Place For Habanos Lovers Worldwide.
