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Press Release: Promotion Gives Fans a Chance to Choose New Blend

Posted on: April 4th, 2012 by
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CAO SAYS JUDGMENT DAY IS COMING

Richmond, VA—When their fans talk, the team at CAO listens. From now (April 3, 2012) through June 30, 2012, cigar smokers will have a chance to select an upcoming CAO blend, as part of the brand’s “Last Stick Standing” promotion. CAO’s senior brand manager Ed McKenna … Continue reading the story "Press Release: Promotion Gives Fans a Chance to Choose New Blend"

Press Release: Introducing Partagas 1845 Heritage Rewrapped

Posted on: March 27th, 2012 by
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Richmond, VA—General Cigar is proud to introduce Partagas 1845, a new, four-cigar collection which embodies 167 years of heritage and expert cigar making. This exciting new take on the venerable brand is a departure from the traditional Cameroon-wrapped expressions of Partagas®, and is set to make its retail debut on April 9, 2012. Alan Willner, … Continue reading the story "Press Release: Introducing Partagas 1845 Heritage Rewrapped"

Midwest Smoke Out partners with Cigar Rights of America for exceptional evening

Posted on: March 15th, 2012 by
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March 15, 2012—Hammond, Ind.--Midwest Smoke Out and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) are partnering for an evening of luxury, gourmet foods, live entertainment—and of course, cigars— Thursday, April 19 from 5-10 p.m., minutes from Chicago at The Venue at Horseshoe Casino, in Hammond, Ind. Since Illinois legislation banned smoking in Chicago, Midwest Smoke Out (MSO) is the only exposition to give cigar aficionados an evening of … Continue reading the story "Midwest Smoke Out partners with Cigar Rights of America for exceptional evening"

Press Release: New La Aurora 107 Salomon

Posted on: March 15th, 2012 by
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March 14, 2012 (Miami, FL) – The 107 is getting a line extension, albeit in a limited edition. Miami Cigar & Company today announced the cigar that helped re-invent the oldest cigar factory in the Dominican Republic would be released in a salomon. The La Aurora 107 Salomon will be 7.25 x 52 which was the same size that was used for the Puro Vintage 2003.  Originally released … Continue reading the story "Press Release: New La Aurora 107 Salomon"

Press Release: AVO 86th Anniversary Edition Cigar 2012 “La Trompeta”

Posted on: March 7th, 2012 by
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Tampa, FL - March 7, 2011 – Cigar icon Avo Uvezian is celebrating his 86th birthday with the release of his Limited Edition Anniversary Cigar, “La Trompeta.” The “86th Anniversary” marks the eleventh annual limited edition release from AVO Cigars, a tradition the legendary cigar composer started to commemorate his 75th birthday. The new AVO Limited … Continue reading the story "Press Release: AVO 86th Anniversary Edition Cigar 2012 “La Trompeta”"

Punch Rare Corojo Returns to Retail Annual Release Includes 10th Anniversary Blend

Posted on: March 1st, 2012 by
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General Cigar announces that Punch Rare Corojo will be offered for a limited time, starting today and ending on May 31, 2012, while supplies last. Seven frontmarks will be available, ranging in price from $3.59 to $6.49 per cigar (SRP). A very limited supply of the Punch Rare Corojo 10th Anniversary edition (5” x 50, … Continue reading the story "Punch Rare Corojo Returns to Retail Annual Release Includes 10th Anniversary Blend"

Press Release: J.M. Tobacco’s “Carnero” Premium Cigar

Posted on: February 21st, 2012 by
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J.M. Tobacco’s New Direction: Full-Bodied “Carnero” Premium Cigar

     “Carnero is all about strength,” according to JM Tobacco’s president, Anto Mahroukian.  “Carnero is Spanish for the tough, formidable mountain ram, which we feel fits this brawny, full-bodied cigar.  We’re all smiles at JM Tobacco.  We listened to our loyal customers, who kept asking ‘What’s … Continue reading the story "Press Release: J.M. Tobacco’s “Carnero” Premium Cigar"

Press Release: 7-20-4 Cigars Adds New “1874 Series”

Posted on: February 19th, 2012 by
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Press Release: 7-20-4 Cigars Adds New “1874 Series” to Commemorate the Founding Year of Company’s Namesake

The year 1874 saw the establishment of what would become one of the world’s largest cigar manufacturers, the 7-20-4 Cigar Company.  Founder R. G. Sullivan built his company’s reputation on his motto: “Quality Still Impels Its Growth.”  … Continue reading the story "Press Release: 7-20-4 Cigars Adds New “1874 Series”"

Press Release: Two New Shapes to Nat Cicco Cuban Legends

Posted on: February 18th, 2012 by
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In 2010, Zander-Greg, Inc., introduced their first true premium cigar, Cuban Legends, part of their popular Nat Cicco brand.  Previously, Nat Cicco cigars were only machine-bunched, hand-rolled value-priced cigars.  Cuban Legends’ success was due to the company’s ability to offer the all-premium tobacco, hand-made cigar, at bargain prices. Zander-Greg has now added two new … Continue reading the story "Press Release: Two New Shapes to Nat Cicco Cuban Legends"

Press Release: Urbano Economy Bundles

Posted on: February 18th, 2012 by
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Press Release:  Long-Filler, Hand-Made Premium Cigars

“For Everyday Guys”

   “With five wrappers and five shapes, we haven’t left any cigar smoker behind.”  The speaker is Matt Urbano, founder and owner of Urbano Cigars, Inc.  “Our new 100% long-filler, hand-made Urbano Economy Bundles meet every smoker’s criterion for variety, satisfaction, and affordability. … Continue reading the story "Press Release: Urbano Economy Bundles"

Macanudo Café Gigante and Macanudo Maduro Gigante

Posted on: February 15th, 2012 by
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There seems to be a big push for larger ring gauges in the cigar industry and cigar manufacturing companies are taking notice. Macanudo, America’s best-selling premium cigar brand, is adding two new large-ring frontmarks to its lineup. Making their retail debut this week are Macanudo Café Gigante … Continue reading the story "Macanudo Café Gigante and Macanudo Maduro Gigante"

New CAO La Traviata Maduro

Posted on: February 14th, 2012 by
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CAO La Traviata has introduced the popular “Luminoso” frontmark in a new Maduro version. Following in the footsteps of the highly successful Ecuadoran-wrapped CAO La Traviata Luminoso, the new Maduro version features a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper to lend a touch of sweetness to the critically-acclaimed blend. At 4.5” x 50, the new Rothschild will be available for … Continue reading the story "New CAO La Traviata Maduro"

Now is the time to act People!!

Posted on: November 3rd, 2011 by
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We are at a crucial point in the cigar industry. Here are just some of the measures the FDA will likely consider: Banning walk-in humidors, self serve cigar displays, and mail-order cigar sales Banning all flavored cigars Banning cigar events Mandating that cigar blends be FDA-approved before release Defacing cigar boxes with grotesque images Limiting cigar marketing and advertising Imposing new taxes on cigars to finance regulation Limiting special release and small-batch cigars Limiting nicotine … Continue reading the story "Now is the time to act People!!"

Cigar Sniper Beta Test

Posted on: October 19th, 2011 by
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  Last week I was invited to a beta test of the new penny auction site CigarSniper.com created by Famous Smoke Shop. The site has a neat concept in that you purchase bids to win cigar auctions, but this style is not a scam like some other penny auction sites out there. You actually get … Continue reading the story "Cigar Sniper Beta Test"

San Cristobal Monumento Cigar Review

Posted on: November 26th, 2010 by
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Country: Nicaragua Length/Ring: 7x49 Shape: Churchill Wrapper: Dark Natural Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaraguan Strength:  Med/Full MSRP: $9.75 My Rating: 4.0 Stars! Where to Buy: Tinderbox, Cigars.com, Cigars Direct, A few weeks ago I attended an Ashton cigar event at one of the local cigar shops.  It was a great event and lots … Continue reading the story "San Cristobal Monumento Cigar Review"
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