August 27, 2024

The second vitola—and third release—in E.P. Carrillo’s limited Pledge of Allegiance line is a 6 3/4 x 64 salomon. It was limited to kist 248 boxes, which references the number of years since the founding of the United States.

Nicaragua, the dominant exporter of premium cigars, has increased its market share to over 60 percent according to the Cigar Association of America. Through the end of May, imports are within 350,000 cigars of last year, i.e. right on track.

The new 4 x 62 double perfecto is the fourth vitola for the Oro line. It will be ready to ship immediately after InterTabac 2024, which takes place Sept. 19-21 in Dortmund, Germany.