by Premium Cigar Association | Apr 3, 2025 | Feature
On April 2, 2025, the White House introduced a sweeping trade policy shift, set to impact the premium cigar industry among others. Starting April 5, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. EDT, a 10% tariff will apply to all goods entering the United States. A second phase, effective...
by Premium Cigar Association | Apr 2, 2025 | Feature
In the late 19th century, shortly after New Orleans’ Mardi Gras celebration began to take on its carnival-like spirit, New Orleans was known around the world as the cigar manufacturing capital of the United States. The La Belle Creole Cigar and Tobacco Company, for...
by Premium Cigar Association | Apr 1, 2025 | Feature
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced the availability of new digital editions of its publications PCA The Magazine, PCA Attendee Guide, and PCA The Almanac. These digital editions will enable PCA members to access PCA’s content on their mobile devices as...
by Premium Cigar Association | Mar 31, 2025 | Feature
Cigar tourism isn’t just catching on — it’s becoming a cultural movement, and a unique tool to support the commerce of cigars. The modern-day cigar enthusiast is seeking something deeper in their connection to the origin and tradition of premium cigars. From...
by Premium Cigar Association | Mar 26, 2025 | Feature
Inspired by the world of fashion and spirits, where the “label” is the centerpiece of the brand, Black Label Trading Company has been turning heads since it was launched by James and Angela Brown in 2013. This is not your grandfather’s traditional take on a cigar...
by Premium Cigar Association | Mar 24, 2025 | Feature
Being a woman in this industry has been a journey. A journey that I would not change at all. A few years ago I did an interview for a college student who was writing a paper about being an entrepreneur. One of the questions she asked me was, “Looking back, what would...
