Hearing for FDA Premium Cigar Lawsuit Appeal Scheduled for Sept. 13 (Update)
Today, July 15, is the eight year anniversary of the filing of the lawsuit. Its next chapter will take place in a D.C. court room in September. Update: We now know the judges assigned to the case.
Esteban Carreras Taken from the Hand of the Devil Renamed to Taken from the Hand of the Dictator
Earlier this year, a company associated with Warped sued Esteban Carreras for trademark infringement. Last month, the two parties told a federal court that lawsuit had been settled.
Warped Announces Sarto as November Release
The cigar is named for one of Kyle Gellis’ dogs that passed away. It is also said to be the strongest cigar ever produced by Warped, and comes from a factory the brand hasn’t worked with before.
Rocky Patel Lowers DBS Price
Most of the time, a price change means higher prices, but this time it means lower prices. Depending on the size, the price has been reduced either $3 or $4 per cigar.
Padrón 60th Anniversary Begins Shipping
The company will mark its 60th anniversary on Sun., Sept. 8, and as Jorge Padrón hoped would happen, the first batch of celebratory cigars are on their way to stores. It’s a new blend for the company, offered in a round perfecto vitola, something that sets it apart from the company’s other higher-end cigars.
Mi Querida Green Torpedo Coming to Smoke Inn
The Mi Querida Green line has been in the works for several years, and is currently only available as an event-only giant robusto. That will change in the coming months when the South Florida retailer gets the first torpedo in any of the Mi Querida lines.
Vector Adds New Colors to Caliper, Quattro and Ironfist Lighters
The new colors are highlighted by a nickel satin matte finish, which is being added to all three models. Ironfist gets additional options, while Caliper gets two.