M. K. & Söhne

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Rocky Patel is moving its German distribution from Kopp Tobaccos GmbH & Co. to M. K. & Söhne. Earlier this week, Ashton announced that it was making an identical change.

The change means that Ashton will continue to work with the Kohlhase family for its German distribution. At this week’s InterTabac 2024 trade fair in Dortmund, Ashton will be in the M. K. & Söhne stand.

Both brands have signed distribution agreements with M. K. & Söhne, the new German distribution company from Adam and Daniel Kohlhase. Prior to launching their new company last year, the brothers spent nearly 30 years at Kohlhase & Kopp.

Two of the most prominent names in the German cigar market are planning their return.