The cigar community gathers in the Light ‚em Up Lounge every Wednesday during the summer months to discuss the latest developments in the industry and get to know the stars of the cigar world better.
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Raíces Is Now Available in Canada
Raíces Cubanas announces their continuing expansion into the international market.
NZ Industry Icon Celebrates 30 Years with Business Expansion
Celebrating 30 years at the forefront of New Zealand’s cigar industry, Grant “The Cigar Merchant” Ovenden is proud to announce a pivotal evolution in his business operations.
CAA Files Brief on Appropriate Definition of Premium Cigars
The Cigar Association of America (CAA) filed a brief with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on Friday, June 6, 2025, in accordance with the Circuit Court of Appeals’ direction to address the appropriate definition of “premium cigar.”
George Rico Appointed to the PCA Board of Directors
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.
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.
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.
