by Premium Cigar Association | Feb 12, 2025 | Press Releases
Global Premium Cigars, makers of 1502 cigars, has announced the addition of Jaime Flórez-Estrada to its team. Flórez-Estrada, whose previous roles in the cigar industry included executive-level positions at Drew Estate and Royal Agio Cigars, has joined Global Premium...
by Premium Cigar Association | Feb 12, 2025 | Feature
This is not a story about cigars. Nor is it, really, a story about a premium tobacco shop’s diamond anniversary. Those things are on the periphery, for certain, but Georgetown Tobacco celebrating 60 years in business is mostly, if not all, about the man behind the...
by Premium Cigar Association | Feb 6, 2025 | Press Releases
A new limited-edition cigar is coming to tobacconists from La Aurora USA. The La Aurora Small Batch Lot 066 was crafted by master blender Manuel Inoa, who pulled this blend from the aging room for release this year. Small Batch Lot No. 006 will be presented in a 4 ½ x...
by Premium Cigar Association | Feb 6, 2025 | Press Releases
Romeo y Julieta is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2025. Since 1875, it has become a leading premium cigar brand worldwide. While it began as a Cuban-made brand, Altadis U.S.A. has owned and distributed it in the U.S. Altadis U.S.A. has announced the...
by Premium Cigar Association | Feb 6, 2025 | Press Releases
Powstanie Cigars is adding a new cigar to its lineup. The Powstanie San Andrés, made in Estelí, Nicaragua, is handcrafted at the Nica Sueño factory. This is a follow-up to the Powstanie Connecticut that was released years ago. In a press release, Powstanie brand owner...