Foundation Cigar Company Begins Shipping 10-Year Aniversario

Foundation Cigar Company is proud to announce the 10-Year Aniversario has officially begun shipping to select tobacconists nationwide. First unveiled at the 2025 PCA Trade Show in New Orleans, this limited-edition cigar was created to honor a decade of Foundation’s tradition.

Crafted in a 7 x 58 Salomon vitola, the 10-Year Aniversario features a hybrid wrapper of Connecticut Broadleaf and Connecticut Havana Seed, paying homage to Foundation’s roots in the Connecticut River Valley. Beneath the wrapper lies a Mata Fina Brazilian binder and a robust combination of Nicaraguan fillers from Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega.

“Ten years ago this September, we began shipping our very first brand,” said Nicholas Melillo, Founder & Master Blender of Foundation Cigar Company. “To now be shipping the 10-Year Aniversario is both humbling and inspiring. This cigar represents not just a milestone, but the journey of passion, perseverance, and dedication that has defined Foundation since day one. I couldn’t be more proud to share it with our retail partners and consumers around the world.”

The branding of the 10-Year Aniversario draws deeply on the legendary image of St. George slaying the dragon.

“St. George embodies resilience, faith, and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds,” added Melillo. “Those same qualities have carried Foundation through challenges that every premium cigar manufacturer faces: navigating complex regulations, protecting the heritage of our craft, and ensuring that the hard work of farmers and artisans is respected worldwide. The Aniversario is a reminder that while the dragons may be many, our mission is unwavering—we remain committed to producing cigars of the highest quality, true to our roots and true to our passion.”

Shipping in limited quantities, the 10-Year Aniversario is now available through select Foundation retail partners across the country.

“Foundation will celebrate its 10-Year Anniversary with two launch parties this week. The first will be held on Wednesday, September 10 at Mickey Blakes in Southington, Connecticut, followed by a second event on Thursday, September 11 at Mickey Blakes in Orange, Connecticut.