FDA Delays Ingredient Listing Deadline to August 2017
Another day, another FDA delay. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has published a revised version of its Listing of Ingredients in Tobacco Products, which…
Elogio Excéntrico No. 5 Rosalita
Five years ago, Curivari and Elogio were the two brands destined to be the next big thing in the cigar world. For a variety of reasons,…
Perdomo Raising Prices for 2017
Add Perdomo to the list of companies that will be raising its prices because of costs of new regulations. In a letter sent to retailers…
Oliva Makes Serie V, Melanio Exclusives for Cigars International’s 20th Anniversary
In celebration of Cigars International’s 20th anniversary, Oliva has created two exclusive cigars for the Pennsylvania-based retailer. The first is the Oliva Serie V Toro…
A.J. Fernández Acquires Sosa Brands
A.J. Fernández Cigars has acquired the Sosa Cigars brands. Sosa has a variety of brands using its names including Sosa Classic, Sosa Super Selection, Macabi,…
La Aurora 107 Cosecha 2006 Corona Gorda Especial
When I first started writing about cigars, there was not a cigar more popular within the blogosphere and on Twitter than the La Aurora 107….
Herrera Estelí Miami Edition
In April, Willy Herrera told me he was working on a new blend. It’s not a particularly revealing fact given that Herrera is tasked with…
Fujioka’s Wine Times Gets Last Quesada España A- Shipment
Aloha. Fujioka’s Wine Times of Honolulu, Hawaii will be the 12th and final retailer to receive the Quesada España A-. Each month this year, Quesada…
Alec Bradley Fine & Rare 2016 Arrives at Retailers
Last week, retailers began reporting the delivery of the latest Alec Bradley Fine & Rare. This year’s release features a slightly updated band, but the…
East Lansing, Mich. Passes Outdoor Smoking Ban
Yesterday, the East Lansing City Council banned smoking at city parks, recreational facilities and plazas. The new ordinance creates a fine no more than $100…
Kestrel DROP D3
It’s time for yet another review of a complex humidification product. The Kestrel DROP D3 ($129) is one of a growing number of devices that…
