Weekly News (December 16, 2013)
Editor’s Note: We put a few breaks in for everyone. We have now divided the Weekly News up into three sections: cigar news, legislation news…
Manchester, Conn. Might Ban Smoking at Town Events
What started as an issue with people smoking at an outdoor concert could turn into a complete ban on smoking at town events in the…
Press Release: Ramón Allones Ancient Humidor Heads to LCDHs
December 16, 2013 — Habanos s.a. is pleased to introduce a replica of an ancient Ramón Allones Humidor, of which, only 350 numbered humidors handmade…
New Zealand Begins Path Toward Plain-Packaging
New Zealand’s government has begun the process of requiring plain-packaging for all tobacco products sold in the country, a move that came to light recently…
Bulgaria Rejects Smoking Ban Changes, Increases Enforcement
Despite a belief that an easing of the country’s smoking ban—which includes bars and restaurants—was imminent, Bulgaria will now see stricter enforcement. After a heated debate,…
China Considers Smoking Ban
In what would be the largest smoking ban to date, China is considering a nationwide smoking ban, something that could be implemented within a year….
Mineral County, W.Va. Smoking Ban Now Set for Jan. 2
Last week, the Mineral County Board of Health set the compliance date for the West Virgnia county’s smoking ban to January 2. While the law went…
Drew Estate Releases MUWAT Kentucky Fire Cured
Last Friday, Drew Estate’s much-anticipated MUWAT Kentucky Fire Cured (KFC) was offered for sale for the first time at an event at Corona Cigar Company…
Redux: Dunhill Aged Reserva Especial 2003
For a brand and marca that has a good bit of history both for its Cuban and Dominican versions, Dunhill still seems to be one…
Jay Z Partners with Cohiba on New Comador Cigar
Rapper and entertainment icon Jay Z has announced that he will be releasing a new cigar called the Comador that is being made in collaboration…
Oliva Bringing Serie V Melanio Double Toro Stateside
If you read the news that Oliva was releasing a 6 x 60 version of the company’s Serie V Melanio and were disappointed the cigar…