The start of the 17th season of the Cigar Smoking World Championship is approaching, and as always, the CSWC organization has news and additions to share.
Hiram & Solomon Announces the Return of the Ashlar
Hiram & Solomon Cigars is proud to announce the return of Ashlar Cigar, the company’s commemorative release created to mark the 10th anniversary of Hiram & Solomon Cigars.
Mehr Raum für New World Zigarren im Tabacum
Das weithin bekannte Tabakfachgeschäft von Siegfried Schäuble hat für New World Zigarren einen eigenen Bereich kreiert und ist nun zudem Davidoff Depositär.
A Timely Launch for Sogo De Oro in Canada
In early March, the Soga de Oro (available in Maduro & Sumatra) arrived in the market via distributor Tabac Arsenal with a launch event at The Smokin’ Cigar in Toronto, where more than 80 attendees gathered to sample the newly praised release.
Kenya First CSWC on African Mainland
CSWC in Kenya.
Aus M. K. & Söhne wird Kohlhase & Söhne
Die Brüder Adam und Daniel Kohlhase geben bekannt, dass ihr Unternehmen seit dem 02.03.2026 unter neuem Namen firmiert: Aus M. K. & Söhne wird die Kohlhase & Söhne GmbH.
Fratello Cigars Unveils Fratello USA 250 at PCA
Fratello Cigars is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the Fratello USA 250, a blend honoring the United States’ 250th Anniversary (Semiquincentennial), to be celebrated on July 4, 2026.
Altadis Launches H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Sunrise
Altadis U.S.A. is launching H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Sunrise, the third expression in the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez line.
Overtime by Karen Berger
The Halftime Cigar by Karen Berger was introduced at the PCA Trade Show 2025, and it quickly became popular. A common customer comment was that the cigar was only available in a 4 x 60 size, and many wanted a larger size. At the PCA Trade Show 2026, the company will release Overtime Cigar by Karen Berger, which will come in a 6 x 60 size.
CLE Cigar Company Announces 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa
CLE Cigar Company proudly announces the release of 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa, a new premium cigar developed under the direction of fourth-generation cigar maker Santi Eiroa.
VegaFina & Great Wall Fusion Edition
VegaFina & Great Wall Fusion Edition will be available on both the Spanish and Chinese markets in the next few months.
Horacio Announces the Launch of The Petit Panatela Classic Line
Horacio announces the launch of a new Range – The Petit Panatela Classic Line.


