{"id":69168,"date":"2024-10-15T13:11:29","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T11:11:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cigarjournal.com\/?p=69168"},"modified":"2024-10-15T13:11:29","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T11:11:29","slug":"foundation-cigars-begins-shipping-tabernacle-knight-commander","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cigarjournal.com\/de\/foundation-cigars-begins-shipping-tabernacle-knight-commander\/","title":{"rendered":"Foundation Cigars Begins Shipping Tabernacle Knight Commander"},"content":{"rendered":"

Foundation Cigar Company is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated 2024 release of the Tabernacle Knight Commander has started shipping to cigar shops nationwide. Enthusiasts can expect this limited-edition cigar to begin arriving on shelves as early as next week. Crafted as a 6\u00a0 <\/span>\u00be x 52 Perfecto with a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and premium tobaccos, this annual fall release combines exceptional craftsmanship with a commitment to social responsibility by supporting a meaningful philanthropic cause.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Inspired by the prestigious honor bestowed upon Nicholas Melillo, owner of Foundation Cigar Company, by the Ethiopian Crown Council, the Tabernacle Knight Commander commemorates Melillo\u2019s title as Knight Commander of The Ethiopian Star of Honor. Established by Emperor Menelik II in 1889, this esteemed title recognizes extraordinary service to Ethiopia. This cigar serves as a tribute to this honor, underscoring Melillo\u2019s enduring relationship with the Ethiopian community.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

This release follows the announcement of the Royal Ethiopian Trust (RET), a nonprofit organization led by Prince Ermias Sahle-Selassie, dedicated to advancing education, entrepreneurship, and the preservation of Ethiopia\u2019s imperial collection. The Tabernacle Knight Commander aligns with these values, directly supporting RET\u2019s philanthropic initiatives in\u00a0 <\/span>Ethiopia.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In keeping with Foundation Cigar Company\u2019s dedication to giving back, 100% of net profits from the sale of the Tabernacle Knight Commander will be donated to the Royal Ethiopian Trust. The funds raised will support educational scholarships, cultural restoration projects, and community development initiatives across Ethiopia.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Nicholas Melillo expressed his gratitude, stating, \u201cReceiving the Ethiopian Star of Honor is one of the greatest privileges of my life. The Knight Commander cigar is my way of giving back,\u00a0 <\/span>and I am honored that all net proceeds will support the Royal Ethiopian Trust, contributing to projects that make a tangible difference in the lives of Ethiopians.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Tabernacle Knight Commander is meticulously handcrafted, featuring a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, a Mexican San Andr\u00e9s binder, and fillers from Estel\u00ed and Jalapa, Nicaragua. As in previous years, the 2024 release is limited to\u00a0 <\/span>700 boxes, ensuring its exclusivity and desirability among cigar enthusiasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Tabernacle Knight Commander Cigar Details:
\n<\/span>\u2022 Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf
\n<\/span><\/span>\u2022 Binder: Mexican San Andr\u00e9s
\n<\/span><\/span>\u2022 Filler: Estel\u00ed & Jalapa, Nicaragua
\n<\/span><\/span>\u2022 Size: 6 \u00be x 52 Perfecto
\n<\/span><\/span>\u2022 Packaging: 12-count boxes
\n<\/span><\/span>\u2022 Price: $40.00 per cigar \/ $480.00 per box\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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