With the championship’s increasing popularity around the globe, competition to get onto the listings is stiff. In addition, the world record has fallen twice this year – and the grand finale is yet to come.
Bradley Rubin Joining Alec Bradley Road Tour Through Europe
This year, the traditional Alec Bradley Road Tour will hold a special feature for fans of the brand: Bradley Rubin, son of company founder Alan Rubin.
Rocky Patel Releases Tavicusa
Rocky Patel Premium Cigars (RPPC) has begun shipping the new Tavicusa brand that was first introduced at last month’s IPCPR trade show.
Canada’s Plain Packaging Threat – Sign the Petition By Sept. 6, 2018
If Canada’s Bill S-5 is allowed to pass, all tobacco products shall be standardized with a single color, type-face, and packaging.
Pacific Cigar Company Launches “Sir David” Exclusivo Hong Kong Cigar
Not only did the official Habanos S.A. distributor for the Asia-Pacific region re-open the Pacific Cigar Divan after some renovation and expansion works, but they also officially launched the new Punch Sir David.
Nicaraguan Cigar Festival Postponed Indefinitely
The Nicaraguan Chamber of Tobacco has issued an official statement regarding the next Puro Sabor Cigar Festival originally scheduled for January 2019.
Stunning Petronas Towers Views Await Long Ash Challenge Entrants in KL
Multi-award-winning Marini’s on 57 in Kuala Lumpur is set to host a Long Ash Challenge on 23 August.
Nicaragua: Political Unrest Affecting the Country’s Cigar Industry
The outlook for the next Nicaragua cigar festival remains murky since it has been cancelled until further notice. Last month, many cigar makers said they doubted one would be held next year. Why? The once cigar powerhouse, Nicaragua, is not in good shape.
Interview with Cigar Ambassador Awardee Franca Comparetto
Franca Comparetto, founder of Cigar Sense and Cigar Trophy laureate, sits down with Cem Erten and talks about female cigar smokers and women’s role in the cigar industry.
Didier Houvenaghel’s Masterclasses: What’s Not to Love?
Didier Houvenaghel holds a cigar masterclass for all cigar lovers. He tells about the discovery of his passion, gives insights into the world of a modern-day cigar-maker and shows great cigar tricks.
VegaFina Brings Out New Barrel Aged Cigar
After the success of its first edition which achieved a 92 point score in Cigar Journal magazine, VegaFina now announced the launch of a new edition of Barrel Aged, a cigar rolled with tobacco leaves aged in rum casks for at least 6 months.
Santa Damiana Gold Edition to be Launched in Europe
With a distinctive design inspired by a gold ingot, Santa Damiana Gold Edition comes to you as the brand’s most exclusive limited edition so far.
