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# Premium Cigar Association

Growing the business of specialty tobacco retailing

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## Posts

- [From Spirits to Cigars: Ed Bello Takes the Helm at Plasencia Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/from-spirits-to-cigars-ed-bello-takes-the-helm-at-plasencia-cigars/) - Plasencia Cigars CEO Ed Bello discusses his move from the spirits industry to premium cigars, the Alma portfolio, Triunfal and the brand’s global future.
- [Domain Cigars Receives U.S. Design Patent, Gold GraphEx Award](https://premiumcigars.org/domain-cigars-receives-u-s-design-patent-gold-graphex-award/) - Domain Cigars has secured a U.S. design patent for its cigar box liner and a 2026 Gold GraphEx Award recognizing its bands and packaging.
- [Room101 Marks 17th Anniversary with Limited-Edition AJ Fernandez Collaboration](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-marks-17th-anniversary-with-limited-edition-aj-fernandez-collaboration/) - Room101 Cigars celebrates its 17th anniversary with a limited-edition Nicaraguan puro created with AJ Fernandez and shipping to retailers in August.
- [Artesano del Tobacco Adjusts Pricing on Viva La Vida Classic, El Pulpo Culebra](https://premiumcigars.org/artesano-del-tobacco-adjusts-pricing-on-viva-la-vida-classic-el-pulpo-culebra/) - Artesano del Tobacco has announced a $5-per-box U.S. price increase for Viva La Vida Classic and El Pulpo Culebra, citing tariff-related costs.
- [Topper Cigar Co. Begins Shipping 1894 Broadleaf, New Shorty Size](https://premiumcigars.org/topper-cigar-co-begins-shipping-1894-broadleaf-new-shorty-size/) - Topper Cigar Co. is now shipping its new 1894 Broadleaf line and a 4 1/4 x 43 Shorty vitola offered across three of its premium cigar lines.
- [PCA Joins Costa Rica’s Cigar Festival 2026 as Co-Organizing Partner](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-joins-costa-ricas-cigar-festival-2026-as-co-organizing-partner/) - PCA joins the Puro Vida Cigar Festival 2026 as Co-Organizing Partner, inviting members to experience Costa Rica's premium cigar industry.
- [PCA and Keiser University Complete Executive Business Program in Nicaragua](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-keiser-university-complete-executive-business-program-in-nicaragua/) - PCA and Keiser University complete an executive business program in Nicaragua focused on leadership, strategy and professional development in premium cigars.
- [Smoke History](https://premiumcigars.org/smoke-history/) - Phil Zanghi has spent 30 years weaving Indian Motorcycle and premium cigars into the same American story. The 125th Anniversary release may be his finest chapter yet.
- [Ferio Tego Honors Miles Davis Centennial with Limited-Edition Milestones Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-honors-miles-davis-centennial-with-limited-edition-milestones-cigar/) - Ferio Tego has released the limited-edition Milestones cigar in collaboration with the Miles Davis Estate to celebrate the jazz icon's 100th birthday.
- [Casa Carrillo Launches Charitable Initiative Supporting Dress for Success Miami](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-launches-charitable-initiative-supporting-dress-for-success-miami/) - Casa Carrillo has partnered with Dress for Success Miami through its Carrillo Cares program, with proceeds from La Historia Silk supporting workforce development for women.
- [Diesel Introduces New Full-Time Blend, Uncaged](https://premiumcigars.org/diesel-introduces-new-full-time-blend-uncaged/) - Diesel Cigars has launched Uncaged, a new full-time cigar handcrafted by AJ Fernandez featuring Nicaraguan tobaccos and a Habano Criollo wrapper.
- [Summary of the Key Tariff Phases](https://premiumcigars.org/summary-of-the-key-tariff-phases/) - PCA breaks down the evolution of U.S. premium cigar tariffs, explaining the current trade framework and how tariff rates now affect key cigar-producing countries.
- [New Member Highlight: Ol' Havana Cigar Lounge – Prescott, Arizona](https://premiumcigars.org/new-member-highlight-ol-havana-cigar-lounge-prescott-arizona/) - Discover how Ol' Havana Cigar Lounge became Prescott's only indoor cigar lounge and why owner Steve Hendrick believes community drives success.
- [Black Label Trading Co. Introduces Toro Fresh Pack Sampler](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-introduces-toro-fresh-pack-sampler/) - Black Label Trading Co. is introducing a new Toro Fresh Pack featuring four of its best-selling cigars in a resealable, humidity-controlled package.
- [Selected Tobacco Marks Byron's 175th Anniversary with Limited Tribute Set](https://premiumcigars.org/selected-tobacco-marks-byrons-175th-anniversary-with-limited-tribute-set/) - Selected Tobacco is celebrating Byron's 175th anniversary with a limited-edition four-cigar Tribute Set shipping in August for $205.
- [La Aurora Expands Value-Priced Portfolio with Santiago Collection](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-expands-value-priced-portfolio-with-santiago-collection/) - La Aurora will launch the value-priced Santiago Collection in August, introducing Santiago Maduro ahead of a Santiago Connecticut release in September.
- [Casa 1910, Smoker Friendly Form Strategic Partnership to Expand Mexican Cigars in U.S.](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-smoker-friendly-form-strategic-partnership-to-expand-mexican-cigars-in-u-s/) - Casa 1910 and Smoker Friendly have formed a strategic investment partnership aimed at expanding the presence of Mexican premium cigars in the U.S. market.
- [My Cigar Pack Founder Sells Ownership Stake, Shifts Focus to Tobacco Tactical](https://premiumcigars.org/my-cigar-pack-founder-sells-ownership-stake-shifts-focus-to-tobacco-tactical/) - My Cigar Pack founder Alexander Berezowski has sold his ownership stake in the company and will now focus on growing Tobacco Tactical's retail presence.
- [Black Label Trading Co. Ships 10th Anniversary Edition of Bishops Blend](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-ships-10th-anniversary-edition-of-bishops-blend/) - Black Label Trading Co. has begun shipping the 10th anniversary edition of Bishops Blend, featuring a new double-wrapper presentation and three vitolas.
- [United Cigars Expands Independence Blend into Regular Production](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigars-expands-independence-blend-into-regular-production/) - United Cigars is expanding the Independence blend into a regular-production line with new Robusto and Toro sizes shipping Aug. 27.
- [Bolivar Expands Cofradia Line with New 7 x 70 Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/bolivar-expands-cofradia-line-with-new-7-x-70-cigars/) - Bolivar has expanded its Cofradia lineup with new 7 x 70 versions of Cofradia and Cofradia Oscuro, now shipping to premium cigar retailers.
- [Casa Carrillo Ships Ascend, Unveils Limited Encore Noir II](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-ships-ascend-unveils-limited-encore-noir-ii/) - Casa Carrillo is now shipping Ascend to retailers and has announced the limited-production Encore Noir II, featuring aged Nicaraguan tobaccos.
- [Española Cigars Adds 6 x 60 Double Toro to Core Line](https://premiumcigars.org/espanola-cigars-adds-6-x-60-double-toro-to-core-line/) - Española Cigars is expanding its core lineup with a new 6 x 60 Double Toro, available Sept. 1 in Connecticut, Maduro and Corojo blends.
- [Big Sky Cigar Co., Willie's Distillery Partner on New Collaborative Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/big-sky-cigar-co-willies-distillery-partner-on-new-collaborative-cigar/) - Big Sky Cigar Co. and Willie's Distillery have announced a new collaboration, with a premium cigar debut planned and additional details coming soon.
- [J.C. Newman Begins Shipping Brick House The Commodore Maduro](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-begins-shipping-brick-house-the-commodore-maduro/) - J.C. Newman is now shipping Brick House The Commodore Maduro, a new 5 1/2 x 70 cigar featuring a Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper and Nicaraguan tobaccos.
- [Registration Opens for 2027 Puro Sabor Festival](https://premiumcigars.org/registration-opens-for-2027-puro-sabor-festival/) - Registration is now open for the 2027 Puro Sabor Festival in Nicaragua. PCA retailers can reserve their spot for factory tours, farm visits and educational experiences.
- [Our Soil and Soul: A Peek Inside Procigar Festival 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/our-soil-and-soul-a-peek-inside-procigar-festival-2026/) - Go behind the scenes of the Dominican Republic's Procigar Festival, where retailers and cigar enthusiasts experience premium cigars from seed to smoke.
- [Smoke Rings Over the Crescent City: A Look Back at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/smoke-rings-over-the-crescent-city-a-look-back-at-pca26/) - From education and advocacy to new products and networking, see how PCA26 in New Orleans brought nearly 6,000 premium cigar professionals together.
- [PCA, The Leaf Master and La Palina Launch "Yalla Habeebi," the First PCA ](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-the-leaf-master-and-la-palina-launch-yalla-habeebi-the-first-pca/) - PCA launches its first international exclusive cigar, Yalla Habibi, in partnership with The Leaf Master and La Palina at the World Cigar Show.
- [PCA Supports H.R. 3074, the Common Cents Act](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-supports-h-r-3074-the-common-cents-act/) - Support H.R. 3074, the Common Cents Act. PCA is urging Congress to modernize cash transactions and improve efficiency for small retailers.
- [Gran Habano Introduces RISE in Support of Women of PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/gran-habano-introduces-rise-in-support-of-women-of-pca/) - Gran Habano introduces RISE, a premium cigar supporting Women of PCA, with proceeds benefiting education, mentorship, networking, and philanthropic initiatives.
- [Procigar, INFOTEP Certify First Graduates of Tamboril Tobacco School](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-infotep-certify-first-graduates-of-tamboril-tobacco-school/) - Procigar and INFOTEP certify the first 127 graduates of the Tamboril Tobacco School, supporting workforce development for the Dominican premium cigar industry.
- [Beyond Borders: PCA’s Expanding Global Commitment to Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/beyond-borders-pcas-expanding-global-commitment-to-premium-cigars/) - Discover how PCA's growing global partnerships are strengthening education, advocacy and new market opportunities for the premium cigar industry.
- [New 2026 PCA Board Members](https://premiumcigars.org/new-2026-pca-board-members/) - Meet the PCA Board members and learn why they chose to serve—and the goals they'll pursue to strengthen, protect and advance the premium cigar industry.
- [PCA Connect Asia Gathers Momentum](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-connect-asia-gathers-momentum/) - Premier Sponsorships for PCA Connect Asia 2026 are sold out as delegate registration nears capacity. Register now for Hong Kong's premier cigar industry event.
- [Becoming An Outcast](https://premiumcigars.org/becoming-an-outcast/) - Discover how Outcast Cigars is disrupting the premium cigar industry with pipe tobacco, bold branding, and a fresh approach to attracting the next generation of cigar smokers.
- [Oettinger Davidoff Reports 2025 Sales Growth, Expands Production Capacity](https://premiumcigars.org/oettinger-davidoff-reports-2025-sales-growth-expands-production-capacity/) - Oettinger Davidoff reported 2025 sales of CHF 545.3 million (about US$680 million), driven by growth in its Davidoff and Zino brands and continued investments in production.
- [Micallef Expands Exclusive Gordo Line at Two Guys Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/micallef-expands-exclusive-gordo-line-at-two-guys-cigars/) - Micallef and Two Guys Cigars have expanded their exclusive Gordo lineup with new Green, White, and Blue Color Series cigars in a 6 x 60 format.
- [Punch Cigars Introduces Mr. Punch as Full-Time Release](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-cigars-introduces-mr-punch-as-full-time-release/) - Punch Cigars has introduced Mr. Punch, a new full-time cigar featuring an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and available in three sizes, including the brand's largest cigar to date.
- [Artesano Del Tobacco Begins Shipping Viva La Vida Connecticut Churchill](https://premiumcigars.org/artesano-del-tobacco-begins-shipping-viva-la-vida-connecticut-churchill/) - Artesano Del Tobacco has begun shipping the Viva La Vida Connecticut Churchill, a new 7 x 54 vitola that expands the company's Connecticut lineup.
- [La Gloria Cubana Introduces Four-Pack Sampler Featuring Core Blends](https://premiumcigars.org/la-gloria-cubana-introduces-four-pack-sampler-featuring-core-blends/) - La Gloria Cubana has introduced a new four-pack sampler featuring its Classic, Serie R, Serie R Estelí, and Serie S blends in one full-time offering.
- [CAO Introduces FASA Six-Cigar Sampler](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-introduces-fasa-six-cigar-sampler/) - CAO has introduced the FASA Sampler, a new six-cigar collection featuring FASA Sombra, Sol, and Noche in a single humidified fresh pack.
- [Plasencia Cigars Names Tim Griek Vice President of Sales for EMEA and Global Travel Retail](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-names-tim-griek-vice-president-of-sales-for-emea-and-global-travel-retail/) - Plasencia Cigars has appointed Tim Griek as Vice President of Sales, EMEA & Global Travel Retail to lead sales growth across key international markets.
- [Premium Cigar Association Responds to FDA's Proposed Tobacco Product Registration Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-responds-to-fdas-proposed-tobacco-product-registration-rule/) - The Premium Cigar Association raises concerns over the FDA's proposed tobacco product registration rule and its potential impact on retailers and manufacturers.
- [Drew Estate CEO Glenn Wolfson Passes Away](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-ceo-glenn-wolfson-passes-away/) - Drew Estate CEO Glenn Wolfson has passed away after leading the company through a decade of growth and transformation in the premium cigar industry.
- [Plasencia Cigars Names Eddy Guerra Senior Vice President of Global Marketing](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-names-eddy-guerra-senior-vice-president-of-global-marketing/) - Plasencia Cigars has appointed Eddy Guerra as Senior Vice President of Global Marketing to lead the company's worldwide brand and marketing strategy.
- [Six Leading Cigar Manufacturers Gather for Inaugural Titans of Tobacco Event](https://premiumcigars.org/six-leading-cigar-manufacturers-gather-for-inaugural-titans-of-tobacco-event/) - Six leading premium cigar manufacturers gathered in Greenwich, Connecticut, for the inaugural Titans of Tobacco event, bringing together retailers, collectors, and cigar enthusiasts for a sold-out industry celebration.
- [Casa Carrillo Announces 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-announces-2026-pledge-of-allegiance-limited-edition/) - Casa Carrillo has announced the 2026 Pledge of Allegiance, a limited-edition cigar honoring America's upcoming 250th anniversary.
- [Plasencia Cigars Names Rodrigo Medina Mendieta as First Global Brand Ambassador](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-names-rodrigo-medina-mendieta-as-first-global-brand-ambassador/) - Plasencia Cigars has appointed Rodrigo Medina Mendieta as its first Global Brand Ambassador.
- [Powstanie Cigars Announces 250th American Anniversary War Bear](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-cigars-announces-250th-american-anniversary-war-bear/) - Powstanie Cigars has announced the 250th American Anniversary War Bear, a limited-edition release featuring commemorative collector's packaging and production limited to 250 boxes.
- [Independence Firecracker Begins Shipping Ahead of America's 250th Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/independence-firecracker-begins-shipping-ahead-of-americas-250th-anniversary/) - United Cigars and Arnold André have begun shipping the Independence Firecracker, a limited-edition cigar commemorating America's 250th anniversary and packaged in collectible 12-count tins.
- [Maya Selva Cigars Expands VZ Danlí Line with New Corto 46](https://premiumcigars.org/maya-selva-cigars-expands-vz-danli-line-with-new-corto-46/) - Maya Selva Cigars has expanded its VZ Danlí portfolio with the new Corto 46, a 4 x 46 cigar featuring an all-Honduran blend and packaged in 25-count boxes.
- [La Gloria Cubana Introduces Event-Only Los Gloriosos Exclusivo Salomon](https://premiumcigars.org/la-gloria-cubana-introduces-event-only-los-gloriosos-exclusivo-salomon/) - La Gloria Cubana has introduced Los Gloriosos Exclusivo, an event-only Salomon vitola created with Ernesto Perez-Carrillo and available exclusively at La Gloria Cubana events nationwide.
- [CAO Brings Back Amazon Basin Daggers for Limited 2026 Release](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-brings-back-amazon-basin-daggers-for-limited-2026-release/) - CAO is bringing back Amazon Basin Daggers for a limited 2026 release. The 4 x 38 cigar features the brand's signature Brazilian Bragança tobacco and will be available in five-count packs beginning in June.
- [Atabey Black Delirios Limited-Edition Travel Humidor Begins Shipping](https://premiumcigars.org/atabey-black-delirios-limited-edition-travel-humidor-begins-shipping/) - United Cigars has begun shipping the Atabey Black Delirios Limited-Edition Travel Humidor, a collector release limited to 1,500 units worldwide and featuring 10 extensively aged Atabey Black Delirios cigars.
- [J.C. Newman Begins Shipping America250 Cigar Humidor](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-begins-shipping-america250-cigar-humidor/) - J.C. Newman has begun shipping the America250 Cigar Humidor, a limited-edition release handcrafted in the United States featuring 50 cigars and a marquetry map made from woods native to each state.
- [Playing the Long Game: Artesano del Tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/playing-the-long-game-artesano-del-tobacco/) - From New York retailers to boutique cigar makers, Billy and Gus Fakih share how Artesano del Tobacco was built on relationships, storytelling, and craftsmanship.
- [The Blend: League of Fat Bastards Serie O Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-league-of-fat-bastards-serie-o-toro/) - PCA The Magazine reviews the League of Fat Bastards Serie O Toro, examining its flavor profile, construction, smoking experience, and mission-driven purpose.
- [Illinois Enacts Premium Cigar Tax Cap](https://premiumcigars.org/illinois-enacts-premium-cigar-tax-cap/) - Illinois has enacted a new premium cigar tax cap, providing tax relief for retailers and consumers following years of advocacy by industry stakeholders and trade associations.
- [PCA Announces New Initiative in Mexico](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-new-initiative-in-mexico/) - PCA announces PCA Connect Mexico 2026, a new international initiative focused on education, market development and premium cigar engagement.
- [Villiger Expands 1888 Portfolio with New San Andrés Line](https://premiumcigars.org/villiger-expands-1888-portfolio-with-new-san-andres-line/) - Villiger expands its 1888 cigar portfolio with the new Villiger 1888 San Andrés, featuring a Mexican San Andrés wrapper and three box-pressed vitolas.
- [Aaron Sigmond Announces New Book, CIGARS: A Culture](https://premiumcigars.org/aaron-sigmond-announces-new-book-cigars-a-culture/) - Aaron Sigmond announces CIGARS: A Culture, a new limited-edition book exploring the art, lifestyle, and traditions surrounding premium cigars. Preorders open June 15.
- [Five Questions: Leonor Abzaradel, CEO of Platinum Nova Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-leonor-abzaradel-ceo-of-platinum-nova-cigars/) - Platinum Nova CEO Leonor Abzaradel discusses her journey in premium cigars, leadership lessons, PCA, international growth, and what’s ahead for the company.
- [The Blend: Davidoff Puro Dominicano](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-davidoff-puro-dominicano/) - A PCA The Magazine review examines Davidoff Puro Dominicano, exploring its construction, flavor profile, smoking experience, and Dominican character.
- [Constant Activity at PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/constant-activity-at-pca/) - PCA CEO Joshua Habursky outlines the association’s plans following PCA 2026, including advocacy initiatives, international growth, member programs, and preparations for PCA 2027.
- [PCA Announces Partnership in Greece](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-partnership-in-greece/) - PCA announces an educational partnership with the Greek Summer Cigar Festival 2026, bringing The Cigar Academy's certification and training programs to Greece.
- [New York Generational Smoking Ban - A11509](https://premiumcigars.org/new-york-generational-smoking-ban-a11509/) - The New York State Assembly is considering A11509, a so-called “Nicotine Free Generation” proposal that would impose a permanent, generational smoking ban by prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to individuals born after December 31, 2007.This modern attempt at prohibition takes a one-size-fits-all approach that ignores clear differences among tobacco products and unfairly sweeps premium
- [Motivation and Focus in Business](https://premiumcigars.org/motivation-and-focus-in-business/) - What is the true purpose of a cigar retail business? This PCA Magazine article explores customer service, employee culture, focus, and long-term success.
- [Opening the Door: Welcoming More Women](https://premiumcigars.org/opening-the-door-welcoming-more-women/) - How can retailers attract more women to premium cigars? This PCA The Magazine article explores education, inclusivity, community building, and customer engagement.
- [If Jesus Smoked Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/if-jesus-smoked-cigars/) - Joshua Evarts reflects on five years writing for PCA The Magazine and previews his upcoming book on relationships, leadership, and business culture.
- [New Member Highlight: Piña Cigars ](https://premiumcigars.org/new-member-highlight-pina-cigars/) - Piña Cigars, a new Miami premium cigar salon, shares its vision, commitment to authenticity, and plans for growth as it joins the PCA community.
- [Regulation, Resilience, and Reinvention: A Tobacconist's Journey](https://premiumcigars.org/regulation-resilience-and-reinvention-a-tobacconists-journey/) - Oak Glen Tobacconist shares how California regulations, taxes, and the Unflavored Tobacco List reshaped its business and led to its move to North Carolina.
- [PCA at the Honduran Cigar & Coffee Festival 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-at-the-honduran-cigar-coffee-festival-2026/) - PCA reflects on its participation in the 2026 Honduran Cigar & Coffee Festival, highlighting cigar culture, tourism, craftsmanship, and international collaboration in Danlí, Honduras.
- [Knoxville Cigar Businesses Need Your Voice](https://premiumcigars.org/knoxville-cigar-businesses-need-your-voice/) - Knoxville City Council is considering a proposal that would ban smoking in all bars across the city. For premium cigar retailers and cigar-friendly establishments, this is not a minor policy change. It directly impacts adult-only businesses that already operate with strict age verification, controlled environments, and a customer base that knowingly chooses to participate. Many
- [Drew Estate Announces New Executive Roles for Jonathan Drew and Andrew Duncan](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-announces-new-executive-roles-for-jonathan-drew-and-andrew-duncan/) - Drew Estate announces Jonathan Drew’s new Chief Innovation Officer role and names Andrew Duncan as Senior Vice President of Marketing.
- [Cigars on a Mission: League of Fat Bastards Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/cigars-on-a-mission-league-of-fat-bastards-cigars/) - The name might make you do a double-take. League of Fat Bastards sounds like the punchline to a joke, or perhaps the moniker of a rowdy group of friends gathering at their local cigar lounge. But for Australian entrepreneur Adam Levine, the boldly unconventional name represents something far more profound: a lifeline for men struggling
- [New PCA Survey Reveals Retailer and Manufacturer Concerns in 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/new-pca-survey-reveals-retailer-and-manufacturer-concerns-in-2026/) - New PCA survey results reveal retailer and manufacturer concerns about sales, advocacy, taxes, tariffs, insurance, and regulation heading into 2026.
- [Support S.4517 / A.3749 for New York Cigar Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/action-needed-support-s-4517-a-3749-for-new-york-cigar-retailers/) - New York lawmakers introduce legislation allowing qualifying premium cigar lounges to serve alcohol, prompting PCA members to support S.4517 / A.3749.
- [Support A.5284-B and S.2133A – New York Tax Cap](https://premiumcigars.org/support-a-5284-b-new-york-tax-cap/) - New York lawmakers are considering A.5284-B and S.2133A, two bills that would bring fairness to how premium cigars are taxed. Right now, premium cigars are taxed at 75% of wholesale price with no cap, making them one of the most heavily taxed products in the state. This disproportionately impacts small, local retailers and adult consumers
- [Procigar Appoints Ciro Cascella as President, Reaffirms Commitment to Education Initiatives](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-appoints-ciro-cascella-as-president-reaffirms-commitment-to-education-initiatives/) - Procigar appoints Ciro Cascella as president for 2026–2028 and highlights ongoing education and social development initiatives in the Dominican Republic.
- [Villiger Appoints Christoph Schüpbach as New CEO](https://premiumcigars.org/villiger-appoints-christoph-schupbach-as-new-ceo/) - Villiger appoints Christoph Schüpbach as CEO effective June 2026, with Clemens Gütermann set to retire in 2027.
- [Premium Cigar Association Honors Industry Leaders at 2026 Step Up Awards](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-honors-industry-leaders-at-2026-step-up-awards/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) honored six leaders at the 2026 Step Up Awards during PCA26, recognizing outstanding advocacy, leadership, and impact across the premium cigar industry.
- [Davidoff Puro Dominicano: A Dominican Gem 10 Years In The Making](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-puro-dominicano-a-dominican-gem-10-years-in-the-making/) - Ever since 1967, when Zino Davidoff launched his eponymous Cuban cigar brand, through the transition to the 1991 release of the Dominican-made Davidoff Aniversario, the Davidoff White Band has been a symbol of excellence and luxury for the global family of cigar connoisseurs. The simple yet elegant gloss white band, with the name Davidoff rendered
- [The Premium Cigar Association Concludes a Successful PCA26 Trade Show in New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/the-premium-cigar-association-concludes-a-successful-pca26-trade-show-in-new-orleans/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) concludes a successful PCA26 trade show in New Orleans, with strong momentum, celebrity appearances, and dates announced for PCA27 in Las Vegas.
- [Room101 Expands Portfolio with Big Payback Extra Fuerte 70s and Johnny Tobacconaut Maduro](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-expands-portfolio-with-big-payback-extra-fuerte-70s-and-johnny-tobacconaut-maduro/) - Room101 introduces Big Payback Extra Fuerte 70s and Johnny Tobacconaut Maduro, with new releases shipping in April and June 2026.
- [AVO Cigars Introduces Expresivo Line and Unveils Updated Brand Identity](https://premiumcigars.org/avo-cigars-introduces-expresivo-line-and-unveils-updated-brand-identity/) - Oettinger Davidoff Group has announced the launch of AVO Expresivo, a new cigar line, alongside a global brand refresh for AVO Cigars. The announcement was made at the 2026 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show (PCA26) in New Orleans, where the company also introduced its updated “Burn Brighter” campaign as part of a broader evolution of the brand. AVO
- [Partagas Expands Y Nada Más Line with Cibao Release](https://premiumcigars.org/partagas-expands-y-nada-mas-line-with-cibao-release/) - Partagas introduces Y Nada Más Cibao, the second release in the series, featuring Dominican tobaccos and shipping May 11, 2026.
- [Davidoff Expands Voyager’s Selection with Winston Churchill Assortment](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-expands-voyagers-selection-with-winston-churchill-assortment/) - Davidoff expands its Voyager’s Selection line with a Winston Churchill assortment, available exclusively in Global Travel Retail beginning May 2026.
- [Drew Estate Announces Dominican Republic Expansion with “Drew Dominicana”](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-announces-dominican-republic-expansion-with-drew-dominicana/) - Drew Estate announces Drew Dominicana, a new factory and farm in the Dominican Republic set to open in early 2027.
- [Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Announces 2026 Best of the Leaf Award Winners](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-pca-announces-2026-best-of-the-leaf-award-winners/) - PCA recognizes standout cigar shops, lounges, and bars from across the U.S. and around the world at the 2026 Best of the Leaf Awards.
- [PCA Expands into Asia Through Strategic Partnership with Cigraal](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-expands-into-asia-through-strategic-partnership-with-cigraal/) - PCA partners with Cigraal to expand premium cigar education, advocacy, and industry development across Asia through a 2026 global initiative.
- [PCA26 Note from the President](https://premiumcigars.org/pca26-note-from-the-president/) - PCA President Todd Naifeh welcomes attendees to PCA 2026 in New Orleans, highlighting business, advocacy, relationships, and the future of the premium cigar industry.
- [Drew Estate to Debut Undercrown El Tigre Dominicano at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-to-debut-undercrown-el-tigre-dominicano-at-pca-2026/) - Drew Estate introduces Undercrown El Tigre Dominicano, a new Dominican-forward Undercrown debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Macanudo Expands M Line with Myers’s Rum Collaboration](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-expands-m-line-with-myerss-rum-collaboration/) - Macanudo adds M by Macanudo Myers’s Rum, a new flavored cigar collaboration inspired by Jamaican heritage, shipping in late April.
- [El Rey del Mundo Adds Appointment Brazil to Ongoing Portfolio](https://premiumcigars.org/el-rey-del-mundo-adds-appointment-brazil-to-ongoing-portfolio/) - El Rey del Mundo adds Appointment Brazil, a new full-time release featuring a Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper, shipping in April 2026.
- [Macanudo Adds Ecuadorian Shade and Sumatra to Core Portfolio](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-adds-ecuadorian-shade-and-sumatra-to-core-portfolio/) - Macanudo adds Ecuadorian Shade and Sumatra to its core portfolio, with new wrapper-focused releases shipping in late April 2026.
- [Diesel Announces Three New Releases for Spring 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/diesel-announces-three-new-releases-for-spring-2026/) - Diesel announces three Spring 2026 releases: the 90+ Rated Fresh Pack, Backyard BBQ Burnt Ends, and Founder’s Collection Nevallier.
- [La Gloria Cubana Introduces Intención as New Full-Time Release](https://premiumcigars.org/la-gloria-cubana-introduces-intencion-as-new-full-time-release/) - La Gloria Cubana introduces Intención, a new full-time release featuring a San Andrés wrapper and shipping April 20, 2026.
- [Macanudo Gold Label Returns for 2026 with New Gold Bullion Vitola](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-gold-label-returns-for-2026-with-new-gold-bullion-vitola/) - General Cigar Co. has announced the return of Macanudo Gold Label for 2026, including the introduction of a new vitola called Gold Bullion. Gold Label remains one of Macanudo’s annual limited releases and is scheduled to begin shipping to retailers in May 2026. Macanudo Gold Label is built around a Connecticut Shade Capa Especial wrapper harvested from the first and second
- [J.SANN & SON Previews Five-Brand Portfolio Ahead of PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/j-sann-son-previews-five-brand-portfolio-ahead-of-pca-2026/) - J.SANN & SON previews a five-brand portfolio ahead of PCA 2026, with production planned in Wynwood and first shipments expected in 2027.
- [Sans Pareil Cigars to Debut Updated Gold Line Presentation at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/sans-pareil-cigars-to-debut-updated-gold-line-presentation-at-pca26/) - Sans Pareil Cigars will debut an updated Gold Line presentation for the Super Lancero and Jeddo at PCA 2026, with shipping in May.
- [Plasencia Cigars Introduces New Packaging Across Portfolio](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-introduces-new-packaging-across-portfolio/) - Plasencia Cigars announces new portfolio packaging debuting at PCA 2026, with a gradual market rollout beginning in fall 2026.
- [J.C. Newman Unveils Updated Diamond Crown MAXIMUS at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-unveils-updated-diamond-crown-maximus-at-pca-2026/) - J.C. Newman unveils updated Diamond Crown MAXIMUS with new packaging and a refined blend at PCA 2026, shipping in June.
- [Casa Carrillo to Debut Ascend at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-to-debut-ascend-at-pca-2026/) - Casa Carrillo introduces Ascend, a new regular-production cigar in the Perez-Carrillo Series, debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Federal Court Finalizes Ruling on Premium Cigars Under Tobacco Control Act](https://premiumcigars.org/federal-court-finalizes-ruling-on-premium-cigars-under-tobacco-control-act/) - The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia finalizes its prior ruling regarding the regulation of premium cigars under the Tobacco Control Act.
- [Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante Red to Debut at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/montecristo-1935-anniversary-edicion-doble-diamante-red-to-debut-at-pca-2026/) - Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante Red will debut at PCA 2026 as a limited 250-humidor release.
- [Cavalier Genève Previews Project Broadleaf 2026 Lineup and LE2026 for PCA Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-previews-project-broadleaf-2026-lineup-and-le2026-for-pca-trade-show/) - Cavalier Genève will showcase Project Broadleaf 2026 and LE2026 at PCA 2026, with multiple limited releases shipping throughout the year.
- [Montecristo Espada Conquistador to Debut at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/montecristo-espada-conquistador-to-debut-at-pca-2026/) - Montecristo Espada Conquistador will debut at PCA 2026 as a new Nicaraguan puro in the Espada portfolio, shipping in June.
- [Drew Estate Previews New Liga Privada and Deadwood Releases for PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-previews-new-liga-privada-and-deadwood-releases-for-pca-2026/) - Drew Estate previews new Liga Privada formats, a Deadwood Crazy Alice C-Notes release, and a new sampler ahead of PCA 2026.
- [Where to Smoke: PCA26 Edition – New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/where-to-smoke-pca26-edition-new-orleans/) - Seven members of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) in and around the New Orleans area to visit during the PCA26 trade show this April.
- [Welcome to New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/welcome-to-new-orleans/) - Last year’s trade show certainly raised the bar and expectations for future trade shows, and our staff and board of directors are excited for PCA 2026. Last year, we launched many new social events and programs, and we focused on hospitality. This year, you will see a continuation and enhancement of that concerted effort. Our
- [PCA26 Pro Tips: Before You Go](https://premiumcigars.org/pca26-pro-tips-before-you-go/) - From ways to use the PCA26 trade show app to cover more booths to how to get into the trade show early, here are some pro tips for this year's PCA26 trade show.
- [Experience New Orleans Like a Local at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/experience-new-orleans-like-a-local-at-pca26/) - Your guide to New Orleans fun, food, music, and more after the PCA26 trade show floor closes.
- [Espinosa Premium Cigars Previews Numerous PCA26 Releases ](https://premiumcigars.org/espinosa-premium-cigars-previews-numerous-pca26-releases/) - Espinosa Premium Cigars previews its 2026 PCA lineup, including Laranja Hybrid, Warhead 12, Las 6 Provincias Miami, and new releases.
- [Artesano Del Tobacco to Debut Viva La Vida Connecticut Churchill at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/artesano-del-tobacco-to-debut-viva-la-vida-connecticut-churchill-at-pca-2026/) - Artesano Del Tobacco will debut a new Viva La Vida Connecticut Churchill at PCA 2026, expanding the line with a 7 x 54 format.
- [CAO Introduces America 250th Anniversary Release](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-introduces-america-250th-anniversary-release/) - CAO has announced the release of CAO America 250th Anniversary, a limited-edition cigar marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The release revisits the original CAO America concept, first introduced in 2007, and presents the blend in a new box-pressed format. CAO America 250th Anniversary is composed entirely of American-grown tobaccos. The cigar features a
- [HVC Cigars to Debut La Decoración at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-cigars-to-debut-la-decoracion-at-pca-2026/) - HVC Cigars introduces La Decoración, a new box-pressed line debuting at PCA 2026 with shipments expected in May 2026.
- [Cavalier Genève Announces Limited Collaboration with Cvstos](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-announces-limited-collaboration-with-cvstos/) - Cavalier Genève partners with Cvstos on a limited-edition release combining cigars and watchmaking.
- [Lure Cigars to Debut “The Wahoo” at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/lure-cigars-to-debut-the-wahoo-at-pca-2026/) - Lure Cigars will debut The Wahoo, a limited PCA 2026 exclusive release in two torpedo vitolas, with shipping beginning in May.
- [La Aurora to Debut Perseverancia at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-to-debut-perseverancia-at-pca-2026/) - La Aurora will debut Perseverancia, the second Family Creed Series release, at PCA 2026 with shipping expected in May 2026.
- [Alec Bradley Marks 30th Anniversary with “Thirty Years” Release](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-marks-30th-anniversary-with-thirty-years-release/) - Alec Bradley introduces the Thirty Years cigar to mark its 30th anniversary, with shipments to retailers beginning in May 2026.
- [El Septimo to Debut Queen Sheba “Conquest Edition” and Mi Familia Collection at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/el-septimo-to-debut-queen-sheba-conquest-edition-and-mi-familia-collection-at-pca-2026/) - El Septimo will debut Queen Sheba Conquest Edition and the Mi Familia Collection at PCA 2026, including a limited 1,000-box release.
- [Luciano Cigars to Debut “The Maker” Core Line at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/luciano-cigars-to-debut-the-maker-core-line-at-pca-2026/) - Luciano Cigars will debut The Maker, a new core line cigar, at PCA 2026 with shipping expected in May 2026.
- [Black Label Trading Co. and Black Works Studio to Debut New Toro Vitolas at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-and-black-works-studio-to-debut-new-toro-vitolas-at-pca-2026/) - Black Label Trading Co. and Black Works Studio will debut new toro vitolas for core lines at PCA 2026, with shipping to follow.
- [Building Value Through Brand Discipline](https://premiumcigars.org/building-valuethrough-brand-discipline/) - A look at how Espinosa Cigars applies brand discipline, selective growth, and consistency to build long-term value in the premium cigar market.
- [Mayan Import Company: New Orleans Haven for Tobacco Lovers](https://premiumcigars.org/mayan-importcompany-new-orleans-haven-for-tobacco-lovers/) - A look inside Mayan Import Company, a New Orleans tobacconist known for its expansive humidors, pipe offerings, and customer-focused service.
- [J.C. Newman Ships First 2026 Release of Diamond Crown Julius Caeser “Troublemaker”](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-ships-first-2026-release-of-diamond-crown-julius-caeser-troublemaker/) - J.C. Newman begins shipping the 2026 release of the Diamond Crown Julius Caeser Troublemaker, a uniquely shaped premium cigar.
- [ATL Cigar Co. to Debut La Carrousel-1960 at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/atl-cigar-co-to-debut-la-carrousel-1960-at-pca-2026/) - ATL Cigar Co. will debut La Carrousel-1960 at PCA 2026, a new line inspired by Atlanta’s historic jazz venue.
- [Amarati Cigars to Introduce Dinara at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/amarati-cigars-to-introduce-dinara-at-pca-2026/) - Amarati Cigars introduces Dinara, a new premium cigar debuting at the PCA 2026 trade show and produced in Honduras.
- [Quesada to Debut Don Manolo 79 at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-to-debut-don-manolo-79-at-pca-2026/) - Quesada will debut the Don Manolo 79 at PCA 2026, a limited toro release honoring Manuel Quesada’s 79th birthday.
- [HVC to Debut 500th Anniversary Lancero at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-to-debut-500th-anniversary-lancero-at-pca-2026/) - HVC will debut its first Lancero in the 500th Anniversary line at PCA 2026, limited to 500 boxes.
- [New Orleans Mayor Welcomes PCA Members to PCA26 Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/new-orleans-mayor-welcomes-pca-members-to-pca26-trade-show/) - New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno welcomes PCA members to PCA26, highlighting the city’s hospitality, culture, and support for the premium cigar industry.
- [Altadis U.S.A. to Debut Montecristo Edición Doble Diamante Red at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/altadis-u-s-a-to-debut-montecristo-edicion-doble-diamante-red-at-pca-2026/) - Altadis U.S.A. introduces the Montecristo Edición Doble Diamante Red, debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Quesada to Debut Oktoberfest 2026 Release at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-to-debut-oktoberfest-2026-release-at-pca-2026/) - Quesada will debut its Oktoberfest 2026 seasonal cigar at PCA 2026, with limited quantities expected to ship in September 2026.
- [Segovias de Estelí Expands Line with New Toro and Limited Lancero at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/segovias-de-esteli-expands-line-with-new-toro-and-limited-lancero-at-pca-2026/) - Segovias de Estelí introduces a new Toro and limited Lancero at PCA 2026, both made with six-year-aged tobacco.
- [Domain Cigars to Introduce Attenuation at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/domain-cigars-to-introduce-attenuation-at-pca-2026/) - Domain Cigars introduces Attenuation, a Connecticut-forward blend debuting at PCA 2026 with shipments beginning in April 2026.
- [Quesada to Debut Sweet-Capped Suspiro Line at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-to-debut-sweet-capped-suspiro-line-at-pca-2026/) - Quesada will debut the sweet-capped Suspiro line at PCA 2026, featuring Connecticut and Oscuro blends shipping in April.
- [Miami Cigar Expands Outcast Line with New Tin Format at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/miami-cigar-expands-outcast-line-with-new-tin-format-at-pca-2026/) - Miami Cigar introduces Outcast Tins, a new cigarillo format debuting at PCA 2026 with shipping expected in July 2026.
- [PCA Acquires The Cigar Academy to Set the Standard for Cigar Education](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-acquires-the-cigar-academy-to-set-the-standard-for-cigar-education/) - PCA acquires The Cigar Academy, establishing a global education and certification platform for the premium cigar industry.
- [La Aurora to Debut Preferido Double Barrel-Aged Tubos at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-to-debut-preferido-double-barrel-aged-tubos-at-pca-2026/) - La Aurora debuts Preferido Double Barrel-Aged Tubos at PCA 2026, a limited cigar aged in rum barrels for added complexity.
- [J.C. Newman Expands Havana Q Line with New Toro Three-Pack](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-expands-havana-q-line-with-new-toro-three-pack/) - J.C. Newman introduces a Havana Q Toro Three-Pack, offering a convenient, value-driven option for premium cigar consumers.
- [Black Label Trading Co. to Debut Macabre Limited Release at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-to-debut-macabre-limited-release-at-pca-2026/) - Black Label Trading Co. debuts Macabre at PCA 2026, a limited release offered first-come, first-served to attending retailers.
- [Cavalier Genève Repositions Small Batch Program Ahead of PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-repositions-small-batch-program-ahead-of-pca-2026/) - Cavalier Genève revamps its Small Batch program, introducing limited Lancero and Salomones releases previewing at PCA 2026.
- [Miami Cigar Reintroduces Nestor Miranda Private Reserve Lancero at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/miami-cigar-reintroduces-nestor-miranda-private-reserve-lancero-at-pca-2026/) - Miami Cigar reintroduces the Nestor Miranda Private Reserve Lancero, a limited release debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Fratello Expands Portfolio with Innovation and New Format at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-expands-portfolio-with-innovation-and-new-format-at-pca-2026/) - Fratello introduces Smooth and Strong and debuts Camo Cigarillos at PCA 2026, expanding its portfolio across premium and cigarillo segments.
- [JRE Tobacco Introduces Gorbusto, a Character-Driven Line Debuting at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/jre-tobacco-introduces-gorbusto-a-character-driven-line-debuting-at-pca-2026/) - JRE Tobacco debuts Gorbusto at PCA 2026, a character-driven Honduran cigar line built for lounge experiences and modern consumers.
- [La Flor Dominicana Introduces Fresh Pack Assortment at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/la-flor-dominicana-introduces-fresh-pack-assortment-at-pca-2026/) - La Flor Dominicana introduces a new Fresh Pack assortment, offering a convenient, humidor-free way to experience its cigars.
- [German Engineered Cigars Introduces AKUT Blister Packaging at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/german-engineered-cigars-introduces-akut-blister-packaging-at-pca-2026/) - German Engineered Cigars debuts AKUT blister packaging at PCA 2026, introducing a new way to store and present premium cigars.
- [HVC Marks 10 Years of Pan Caliente with New Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-marks-10-years-of-pan-caliente-with-new-limited-edition/) - HVC celebrates 10 years of Pan Caliente with a limited 2026 release featuring Peruvian tobacco and just 500 boxes.
- [Altadis Brings Romeo y Julieta Back to the Kentucky Derby Stage](https://premiumcigars.org/altadis-brings-romeo-y-julieta-back-to-the-kentucky-derby-stage/) - Altadis introduces Romeo y Julieta 152nd Kentucky Derby Limited Edition, a seasonal release tied to one of America’s most iconic events.
- [Davidoff Expands Zino Portfolio with Zino Honduras](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-expands-zino-portfolio-with-zino-honduras/) - Davidoff introduces Zino Honduras, expanding the Zino line with a more intense, Honduras-forward cigar profile.
- [Smoker Friendly Moves Key Industry Events to Wyoming in 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/smoker-friendly-moves-key-industry-events-to-wyoming-in-2026/) - Smoker Friendly moves its SFCTF and Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival to Wyoming for 2026, citing a business-friendly environment.
- [Cavalier Genève Cigars Marks 10 Years with Anniversary Release Ahead of PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-cigars-marks-10-years-with-anniversary-release-ahead-of-pca26/) - Cavalier Genève Cigars announces its Project 10th Anniversary release ahead of PCA26, featuring a dual-wrapper format and limited 2026 production.
- [Quesada Cigars Introduces New Brand Identity Ahead of PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-cigars-introduces-new-brand-identity-ahead-of-pca26/) - Quesada Cigars introduces a new brand identity ahead of PCA26, featuring updated logo, packaging, and a unified look across its portfolio.
- [Joya de Nicaragua Prepares Patriotic Release Ahead of PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/joya-de-nicaragua-prepares-patriotic-release-ahead-of-pca26/) - Joya de Nicaragua introduces Joya Red, White & Blue ahead of PCA26, a limited cigar release tied to the U.S. 250th anniversary.
- [LOFB Cigars Introduces “Department of Honor” PCA Exclusive Release](https://premiumcigars.org/lofb-cigars-introduces-department-of-honor-pca-exclusive-release/) - LOFB Cigars announces Department of Honor, a PCA-exclusive limited release featuring two blends in a four-pack corona format.
- [How to Make the Most of PCA26 in New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/how-to-make-the-most-of-pca26-in-new-orleans/) - Make the most of PCA26 in New Orleans with tips for exhibitors and attendees—navigate the show floor, plan smarter, and maximize every connection.
- [Oppose Rhode Island H7127: A 300 Percent Cigar Tax Increase](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-rhode-island-h7127-a-300-percent-cigar-tax-increase/) - Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a massive tax increase that would directly impact premium cigar consumers across the state. Governor Dan McKee’s FY2027 Executive Budget (H. 7127) proposes a 100% increase on the premium cigar tax by raising the per-cigar tax cap from $0.50 to $1.00. If enacted, this proposal would significantly raise the price
- [South Dakota Recognizes the Difference](https://premiumcigars.org/south-dakota-recognizes-the-difference/) - South Dakota passes cigar bar legislation recognizing premium cigars as distinct from other tobacco products and protecting adult-only retail spaces.
- [J.SANN & SON and S.T. Dupont to Launch Boutique Experience in Wynwood](https://premiumcigars.org/j-sann-son-and-s-t-dupont-to-launch-boutique-experience-in-wynwood/) - J.SANN & SON and S.T. Dupont will launch the first U.S. boutique experience, blending luxury retail and cigar culture.
- [Aganorsa Leaf Previews New Releases Ahead of PCA26 Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-previews-new-releases-ahead-of-pca26-trade-show/) - Aganorsa Leaf previews new releases for PCA26, including the Aniversario Connecticut Tubo and limited Supreme Leaf cigars and sampler.
- [Artista Cigars Announces New Product Releases Ahead of PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/artista-cigars-announces-new-product-releases-ahead-of-pca26/) - Artista Cigars announces new releases for PCA26, including Buffalo TEN Broadleaf, Mini Club cigars, Artifex sampler, and new Art-56 size.
- [Altadis U.S.A. Showcases New Releases Ahead of PCA26 Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/altadis-u-s-a-showcases-new-releases-ahead-of-pca26-trade-show/) - Altadis U.S.A. previews new cigar releases for PCA26, including Romeo y Julieta Profundo, H. Upmann Sunrise, and Aging Room Blue Amber.
- [PCA 2026 Trade Show Kicks Off in New Orleans with Seminars, Receptions, Awards, and a New Daily Welcome Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-2026-trade-show-kicks-off-in-new-orleans-with-seminars-receptions-awards-and-a-new-daily-welcome-cigar/) - PCA 2026 Trade Show preview: seminars, networking events, After Hours lounges, and daily Welcome Cigars in New Orleans, April 17–20.
- [Don Emmanuel to Debut Sun & Moon Limited Edition at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/don-emmanuel-to-debut-sun-moon-limited-edition-at-pca-2026/) - Don Emmanuel will debut Sun & Moon Limited Edition at PCA 2026, a dual-blend cigar project with rum barrel-aged tobaccos.
- [La Aurora to Debut Prime Collection at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-to-debut-prime-collection-at-pca-2026/) - La Aurora debuts the Prime Collection at PCA 2026, a luxury curated set of its most sought-after limited cigars.
- [Crowned Heads to Debut Moonflower at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-to-debut-moonflower-at-pca-2026/) - Crowned Heads will debut Moonflower at PCA 2026, its first new regular production cigar with My Father Cigars in over a decade.
- [60+ New Reasons to Be at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/60-new-reasons-to-be-at-pca26/) - 66 new exhibitors. One show floor. See who’s debuting at PCA26 in New Orleans and why you need to be there April 17–20.
- [Perdomo Legacy Father & Son Set to Debut at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/perdomo-legacy-father-son-set-to-debut-at-pca-2026/) - Perdomo Legacy Father & Son will debut at PCA 2026, a limited cigar collaboration featuring aged Nicaraguan tobaccos.
- [El Rey del Mundo Introduces King of the World VSOP Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/el-rey-del-mundo-introduces-king-of-the-world-vsop-limited-edition/) - El Rey del Mundo introduces King of the World VSOP, a limited-edition cigar aged since 2021 and shipping in April 2026.
- [Gran Habano Introduces Core and Premium Petacas at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/gran-habano-introduces-core-and-premium-petacas-at-pca-2026/) - Gran Habano introduces Core and Premium Petacas, a new portable cigar format debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Black Star Line Cigars to Debut Eugene Bullard at PCA 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/black-star-line-cigars-to-debut-eugene-bullard-at-pca-2026/) - Black Star Line Cigars will debut the Eugene Bullard cigar at PCA 2026, a limited release honoring a historic aviation pioneer.
- [Founders Cigar Company Announces The Declaration for Fifth Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/founders-cigar-company-announces-the-declaration-for-fifth-anniversary/) - Founders Cigar Company introduces The Declaration, a limited anniversary cigar shipping during the PCA 2026 Trade Show.
- [What We're Smoking: Espinosa Crema Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-espinosa-crema-toro/) - Espinosa Crema Toro Smoke time: 1 hour, 18 minutes Appearance & AromaThe Espinosa Crema Toro immediately impresses with its presentation. The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper has a soft, buttery tan hue and a velvety sheen that invites inspection. The seams are tight, and the cap is perfectly applied—rolled with the kind of care that suggests old-world
- [Melo’s Next Play: Carmelo Anthony Enters His Cigar Era](https://premiumcigars.org/melosnext-play-carmelo-anthony-enters-his-cigar-era/) - Carmelo Anthony has spent two decades mastering patience, discipline and timing—the same traits that now define his latest pursuit outside of basketball. Known for his prolific 19-year NBA career, 10 All-Star appearances, and his 2003 NCAA Championship with Syracuse, Anthony has evolved beyond the hardwood into a tastemaker and entrepreneur. In 2025, Anthony entered the
- [Davidoff Unveils New Puro Dominicano for 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-revives-puro-dominicano-for-a-new-generation/) - Davidoff Puro Dominicano returns, highlighting a cigar made entirely from Dominican tobacco and celebrating the country’s cigar-making heritage.
- [PCA Announces Executive Business Program with Keiser University Latin American Campus](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-executive-business-program-with-keiser-university-latin-american-campus/) - The Premium Cigar Association partners with Keiser University to launch a new executive program on strategy, branding, and operations in the global premium cigar industry.
- [La Gloria Cubana “Los Gloriosos”](https://premiumcigars.org/la-gloria-cubana-los-gloriosos/) - The past several years have witnessed numerous collaborations between cigar manufacturers. But what is a collaboration, actually? The dictionary defines collaboration as “the action of working with someone to produce or create something.” This leaves a lot of room for interpretation as to the nature of the enterprise. It can be as varied as a
- [Casa 1910 Introduces Brand Evolution and New El Ébano Blend](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-introduces-brand-evolution-and-new-el-ebano-blend/) - 1910 unveils a brand evolution, new packaging, and the El Ébano cigar line ahead of its debut at PCA 2026.
- [Hiram & Solomon’s Ashlar Returns After Year-Long Production Pause](https://premiumcigars.org/hiram-solomons-ashlar-returns-after-year-long-production-pause/) - Hiram & Solomon announces the return of Ashlar, its 10th anniversary cigar, following a year-long production pause.
- [Crowned Heads Expands Blood Medicine B-Positive for 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-expands-blood-medicine-b-positive-for-2026/) - Crowned Heads expands Blood Medicine B-Positive for 2026 with three limited-edition vitolas produced at TacaNicsa in Nicaragua.
- [Five Questions: BriarWorks President Pete Prevost](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-briarworks-president-pete-prevost/) - An interview with BriarWorks President Pete Prevost on blending philosophy, brand growth, and what drives the company’s approach to premium cigars.
- [What We're Smoking: Didier Jill Collection Toro ](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-didier-jill-collection-toro/) - PCA reviews the Didier & Jill Collection Toro, exploring its blend, flavor profile, and why this boutique premium cigar deserves attention.
- [Warfighter Tobacco Co. Brings a Unique Perspective to Blending, Marketing ](https://premiumcigars.org/warfighter-tobacco-co-brings-a-unique-perspective-to-blending-marketing/) - Founded by combat veterans, Warfighter Tobacco Co. brings a distinctive voice to premium cigar blending and marketing.
- [Rocky Patel Sapphire Set to Debut at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/rocky-patel-sapphire-set-to-debut-at-pca26/) - Rocky Patel Sapphire will debut at the PCA26 trade show, featuring a San Andrés wrapper and aged Nicaraguan tobaccos.
- [Casa Carrillo Announces Deep Blue Limited Edition 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-announces-deep-blue-limited-edition-2026/) - Casa Carrillo introduces Deep Blue Limited Edition 2026, a Dominican-made cigar from Ernesto Perez-Carrillo limited to 2,500 boxes.
- [Bolivar Introduces Limited Aniversario Cigar to Mark 130 Years of the Brand](https://premiumcigars.org/bolivar-introduces-limited-aniversario-cigar-to-mark-130-years-of-the-brand/) - Bolivar introduces the limited Aniversario cigar to celebrate more than 130 years of the brand, featuring tobaccos from across South America.
- [Plasencia Introduces Colección Explorador Sampler Featuring Six Award-Winning Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-introduces-coleccion-explorador-sampler-featuring-six-award-winning-cigars/) - Plasencia Cigars introduces the Colección Explorador sampler featuring six award-winning cigars from its premium portfolio.
- [Fuente OpusX Society Marks Five Years With “Havana–Miami: Celebration of Freedom” Collection](https://premiumcigars.org/fuente-opusx-society-marks-five-years-with-havana-miami-celebration-of-freedom-collection/) - Fuente OpusX Society celebrates its fifth anniversary with the limited Havana–Miami “Celebration of Freedom” collection debuting at PCA 2026.
- [CLE Introduces 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa, Honoring More Than a Century of Tobacco Heritage](https://premiumcigars.org/cle-introduces-1916-tabacalera-eiroa-honoring-more-than-a-century-of-tobacco-heritage/) - CLE Cigars introduces 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa, a new blend from Santi Eiroa honoring more than a century of the Eiroa family’s tobacco heritage.
- [Fratello Introduces USA 250 Cigar to Mark America’s 250th Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-introduces-usa-250-cigar-to-mark-americas-250th-anniversary/) - Fratello Cigars introduces the USA 250, a limited cigar debuting at PCA 2026 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
- [Altadis Expands H. Upmann Nicaragua Line With AJ Fernandez Sunrise](https://premiumcigars.org/altadis-expands-h-upmann-nicaragua-line-with-aj-fernandez-sunrise/) - Altadis expands the H. Upmann Nicaragua line with AJ Fernandez Sunrise, a Connecticut-wrapped blend debuting at PCA 2026.
- [Scandinavian Tobacco Group Reports 2025 Financial Results and Strategic Developments](https://premiumcigars.org/scandinavian-tobacco-group-reports-2025-financial-results-and-strategic-developments/) - Scandinavian Tobacco Group’s 2025 report details $1.3B in sales, handmade cigar growth, and global developments across its cigar business.
- [Aladino Declaration Honors 250 Years of American Independence](https://premiumcigars.org/aladino-declaration-honors-250-years-of-american-independence/) - Aladino Cigars announces the Declaration, a limited edition release honoring the 250th anniversary of American independence with a symbolic 13-cigar box.
- [Support SB 1314 & HB 5182– Fairness for Illinois Premium Cigar Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/support-sb-1314-hb-5182-fairness-for-illinois-premium-cigar-retailers/) - SB 1314 & HB 5182 protect Illinois cigar retailers and create a level playing field. This bill requires qualifying remote and online sellers to collect and remit Illinois tobacco taxes on products sold into the state. Local retailers already comply with these rules. Remote & online sellers should comply as well. Beginning January 1, 2027,
- [Protect Connecticut Cigar Shops](https://premiumcigars.org/protect-connecticut-cigar-shops/) - Connecticut Raised Bill 5228 would cap tobacco retail space and sales, threatening premium cigar shops. Urge lawmakers to oppose this measure.
- [Casa 1910 Promotes Rob Maneson to CEO, Signals Structured Global Expansion](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-promotes-rob-maneson-to-ceo-signals-structured-global-expansion/) - Casa 1910 promotes Rob Maneson to CEO, signaling structured global expansion and strengthened leadership for the Mexican premium cigar brand.
- [CLE Cigars Launches AI-Powered Self-Service Ordering Portal for Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/cle-cigars-launches-ai-powered-self-service-ordering-portal-for-retailers/) - CLE Cigars launches an AI-powered Self-Service Portal to help retailers optimize cigar inventory and streamline ordering at no cost.
- [El Titan de Bronze Debuts First Nicaragua-Made Cigar, Expands National Distribution](https://premiumcigars.org/el-titan-de-bronze-debuts-first-nicaragua-made-cigar-expands-national-distribution/) - El Titan de Bronze launches its first Nicaragua-made cigar, expanding national distribution with a Broadleaf-wrapped release shipping March 2026.
- [Black Works Studio Brings Back Boondock ](https://premiumcigars.org/black-works-studio-brings-back-boondock/) - Black Works Studio re-releases Boondock for the first time since 2019, adding a new Lancero vitola to the limited edition lineup.
- [Bocock Brothers Partners with Indiana Hoosiers for National Championship Release](https://premiumcigars.org/bocock-brothers-partners-with-indiana-hoosiers-for-national-championship-release/) - Bocock Brothers launches a limited Indiana Hoosiers National Championship cigar in a 6x52 toro, expanding its collegiate partnership portfolio.
- [Cavalier Genève’s “The Green Jacket 2026” Begins Shipping to Select Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneves-the-green-jacket-2026-begins-shipping-to-select-retailers/) - Cavalier Genève begins shipping The Green Jacket 2026, an 11-count Churchill featuring two blends, to select U.S. retailers.
- [Punch Celebrates 25 Years of Rare Corojo with New Full-Time Release](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-celebrates-25-years-of-rare-corojo-with-new-full-time-release/) - Punch marks 25 years of Rare Corojo with a new full-time 6x54 Honduran puro, Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary, shipping March 2026.
- [Cohiba and El Titan de Bronze Release Made-in-Miami Serie M Reserva Plata](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-and-el-titan-de-bronze-release-made-in-miami-serie-m-reserva-plata/) - Cohiba releases Serie M Reserva Plata, a limited Miami-made cigar produced at El Titan de Bronze with only 3,000 boxes available.
- [Sabor Havana Expands After 24 Years with Elevated Cocktail Lounge Concept](https://premiumcigars.org/sabor-havana-expands-after-24-years-with-elevated-cocktail-lounge-concept/) - Sabor Havana unveils a new cocktail lounge in Doral, Florida, showcasing how experiential hospitality can elevate premium cigar retail.
- [Stop Killing Your Market](https://premiumcigars.org/stop-killing-your-market/) - Are you growing your cigar market or hurting it? One retailer shares why collaboration—not territorialism—builds stronger communities and better business.
- [PCA Joins Procigar Festival 2026 in Celebrating “Our Soil and Soul”](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-joins-procigar-festival-2026-in-celebrating-our-soil-and-soul/) - Procigar Festival 2026 raised over $618,000 while showcasing Dominican cigar craftsmanship, unity, and global industry leadership.
- [Supreme Decision Strikes IEEPA Tariffs; Administration Responds](https://premiumcigars.org/supreme-decision-strikes-ieepa-tariffs-administration-responds/) - The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump that IEEPA does not authorize presidential tariffs, voiding reciprocal tariffs on premium cigar imports from Honduras, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic. A new 10% global tariff has been announced under Section 122.
- [The Cigar Family Charitable Foundation](https://premiumcigars.org/the-cigar-family-charitable-foundation/) - Deep in the Bonao region of the Dominican Republic—far from the high-end lounges and humidors where premium cigars are celebrated—the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation (CFCF) has become a force for generational change. What started as a simple idea to add a few classrooms for the children of the region has, over more than two decades,
- [Casa Carrillo Introduces Pledge Purple](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-introduces-pledge-purple/) - Casa Carrillo introduces Pledge Purple, a limited Premier Collection release featuring a nearly decade-aged Connecticut wrapper.
- [Procigar Festival 2026 Expands Charity Auction With Hybrid Format and Exclusive Collector Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-festival-2026-expands-charity-auction-with-hybrid-format-and-exclusive-collector-releases/) - Procigar Festival 2026 unveils a hybrid auction format showcasing rare humidors, unreleased blends, and Dominican cigar craftsmanship.
- [Georgia! Oppose GA SB 520, Tax Increase On Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/georgia-oppose-ga-sb-520-tax-increase-on-cigars/) - Georgia Retailers and Consumers: Oppose SB 520 Georgia lawmakers are considering SB 520, a harmful tax increase that would raise the state tax on cigars from 23 percent to 28 percent and permanently tie that tax to inflation. This proposal does not just increase taxes once. It builds in automatic, recurring increases year after year.
- [Stop Delaware’s 33% Premium Cigar Tax Hike - Oppose Governor Matt Meyer’s Budget](https://premiumcigars.org/stop-delawares-33-premium-cigar-tax-hike-oppose-governor-matt-meyers-budget/) - Stop Delaware’s 33% Premium Cigar Tax Hike - Oppose Governor Matt Meyer’s Budget Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s 2027 budget proposal includes a massive increase to the Other Tobacco Products tax rate, raising it from 30% to 40 percent. That is a 33.33% increase from the current rate. This proposal would increase costs on premium cigars
- [Support Colorado SB 26-086 - Fair Taxation for Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/support-colorado-sb-26-086-fair-taxation-for-premium-cigars/) - Support Colorado SB 26-086 to define premium cigars and cap the excise tax at 20%, bringing fair taxation and stability to small retailers.
- [Oppose B26-0590 – Smoke-Free Residential Environments Amendment Act of 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-b26-0590-smoke-free-residential-environments-amendment-act-of-2026/) - Urge DC Council to oppose B26-0590, a bill banning tobacco use in multifamily housing and expanding government control into private homes.
- [Wyoming! Support SF 96 - Establish a $0.30 Premium Cigar Tax Cap](https://premiumcigars.org/wyoming-support-sf-96-establish-a-0-30-premium-cigar-tax-cap/) - Wyoming SF 96 would create a $0.30 tax cap on premium cigars. Learn why PCA supports this pro-small business reform and take action.
- [Support NJ AB1035: Protect Cigar Nights at Racetracks and Off-Track Wagering Facilities](https://premiumcigars.org/support-nj-ab1035-protect-cigar-nights-at-racetracks-and-off-track-wagering-facilities/) - PCA supports New Jersey AB 1035 to protect cigar nights at racetracks and off-track wagering facilities. Learn more and take action.
- [Massachusetts Generational Smoking Ban - S. 2888 and H. 2562](https://premiumcigars.org/massachusetts-generational-smoking-ban-s-2888-and-h-2562/) - Learn why PCA opposes Massachusetts S 2888 & H 2562, generational smoking ban bills that harm small tobacco retailers and limit adult consumer choice.
- [Oppose SB 2509 - Protect Small Businesses and Statewide Consistency](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-sb-2509-protect-small-businesses-and-statewide-consistency/) - PCA opposes SB 2509 because it threatens small cigar retailers and removes statewide consistency in licensing. Learn why and take action.
- [Support South Dakota HB 1215 - Local Control and Premium Cigar Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/support-south-dakota-hb-1215-local-control-and-premium-cigar-retailers/) - South Dakota HB 1215 would allow local approval of premium cigar bars. See why PCA supports this bill and urges lawmakers to act.
- [Beyond the Smoke: Elevating the Modern Cigar Lounge Experience](https://premiumcigars.org/beyond-the-smoke-elevating-the-modern-cigar-lounge-experience/) - How cigar lounges can elevate hospitality, create meaningful third places, and enhance the premium cigar experience through intentional design and service.
- [Puro Sabor and the Road to The American Dream](https://premiumcigars.org/puro-sabor-and-the-road-to-the-american-dream/) - Nick Hammond reflects on Nicaragua’s Puro Sabor festival and previews his upcoming PCA collaboration, Around the World in 80 Cigars – The American Dream.
- [Jonathan Drew Sann and Drew Estate Unveil J.Sann & Son](https://premiumcigars.org/jonathan-drew-sann-and-drew-estate-unveil-j-sann-son/) - Jonathan Drew Sann and Drew Estate announce J.Sann & Son, a new generational cigar factory and culture destination opening in Miami in 2026.
- [Ferio Tego Celebrates 30 Years of the Metropolitan Brand with Limited Anniversary Release](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-celebrates-30-years-of-the-metropolitan-brand-with-limited-anniversary-release/) - Ferio Tego marks 30 years of the Metropolitan brand with a limited anniversary cigar celebrating consistency, balance, and retailer loyalty.
- [Premium Cigar Association and ProCigar Sign Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Global Premium Cigar Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-and-procigar-sign-partnership-agreement-to-strengthen-global-premium-cigar-industry/) - The Premium Cigar Association and ProCigar announce a new partnership to strengthen global collaboration, education, and industry growth.
- [Pangea Cigars Announces Inaugural Cigar Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/pangea-cigars-announces-inaugural-cigar-releases/) - Pangea Cigars has released its inaugural cigar collection, offering three blends and a dual-cigar sleeve available exclusively through direct-to-consumer sales.
- [Crowned Heads Announces Juárez Mini-Dozer LE 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-announces-juarez-mini-dozer-le-2026/) - Crowned Heads has announced Juárez Mini-Dozer LE 2026, a limited 4 x 58 release produced at TacaNicsa in Nicaragua, shipping later this month.
- [Alec Bradley Announces New Fat Pack for Retail Distribution](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-announces-new-fat-pack-for-retail-distribution/) - Alec Bradley has announced the Fat Pack, a five-cigar 4 x 60 bundle featuring current, pre-release, and pack-exclusive cigars, shipping January 2026.
- [Club Macanudo Opens First Caribbean Lounge in Puerto Rico](https://premiumcigars.org/club-macanudo-opens-first-caribbean-lounge-in-puerto-rico/) - Club Macanudo has opened its first Caribbean lounge in Puerto Rico, located at the Palmas del Mar Yacht Club and operated with Entre Humos LLC.
- [Casa Carrillo Introduces Limited Three-Blend Collector’s Box Through Digital Activation](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-introduces-limited-three-blend-collectors-box-through-digital-activation/) - Casa Carrillo has introduced a limited three-blend collector’s box available through digital engagement, featuring small-batch cigars not in regular production.
- [PCA and Honduran Cigar Festival Announce New 2026 Partnership ](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-honduran-cigar-festival-announce-new-2026-partnership/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announces a new 2026 partnership with Honduras’ Festival del Puro y el Café, expanding global collaboration and industry engagement.
- [2025 Retail Snapshot: What PCA Members Are Telling Us](https://premiumcigars.org/2025-retail-snapshot-what-pca-members-are-telling-us/) - Results from the Premium Cigar Association 2025 retail survey reveal how cigar shops are marketing, staffing, selling, and navigating today’s top business challenges.
- [The Bocock Brothers: Building Bonds, Not Brands](https://premiumcigars.org/the-bocock-brothers-building-bonds-not-brands/) - The PCA explores how Bocock Brothers Premium Cigars blends sports, hospitality, and Honduran craftsmanship to create premium cigar experiences rooted in connection and tradition.
- [Oppose Nebraska LB1238 - A 50 Percent Tax Increase on Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-nebraska-lb1238-a-50-percent-tax-increase-on-cigars/) - Nebraska lawmakers are considering LB1238, a bill that would raise the state excise tax on premium cigars from 20 percent to 30 percent. That is a 50 percent tax increase on cigars, and it would hit small businesses, consumers, and local economies hard. This proposal would make Nebraska less competitive with neighboring states, drive consumers across state lines
- [Procigar and INFOTEP Launch School of Tobacco Artisans in Tamboril](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-and-infotep-inaugurate-school-of-tobacco-artisans-in-tamboril/) - Procigar and INFOTEP have inaugurated a School of Tobacco Artisans in Tamboril to support workforce training in the Dominican cigar industry.
- [Punch Cigars Announces Limited-Edition Egg Roll XL Release](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-cigars-announces-limited-edition-egg-roll-xl-release/) - Punch Cigars has announced Egg Roll XL, a limited-edition 6 x 60 release using the original Egg Roll blend, shipping February 2026.
- [Stop Mississippi HB 253 - A Total Smoking Ban](https://premiumcigars.org/stop-mississippi-hb-253-a-total-smoking-ban/) - Mississippi lawmakers are considering HB 253, an extreme smoking ban that would eliminate cigar lounges, restrict adult-only venues, and threaten small businesses and jobs statewide.
- [Oppose Hawaii SB 2384 - Protect Adult Choice and Local Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-hawaii-sb-2384-protect-adult-choice-and-local-retailers/) - Hawaii lawmakers are considering SB 2384, a bill that would ban flavored cigars and nicotine products for adults—threatening local retailers, jobs, and lawful consumer choice.
- [Cavalier Genève Cigars and Fox Cigar Announce WM 2026 Retail Exclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-cigars-and-fox-cigar-announce-wm-2026-retail-exclusive/) - Cavalier Genève Cigars and Fox Cigar have announced WM 2026, a limited retail-exclusive Churchill produced in Honduras and releasing February 2026.
- [Oettinger Davidoff AG Announces Transfer of Ownership to Next Generation](https://premiumcigars.org/oettinger-davidoff-ag-announces-transfer-of-ownership-to-next-generation/) - Oettinger Davidoff AG has announced a transfer of ownership to the next generation of the founding family, while current leadership remains unchanged.
- [Pangea Cigars Announces Introduction of New Premium Cigar Company](https://premiumcigars.org/pangea-cigarsannounces-introduction-of-new-premium-cigar-company/) - Pangea Cigars has announced the launch of a new premium cigar company founded by Ibis Luis and Anna Ayupova, with product details to be announced.
- [Premium Cigar Association Announces Results of 2026 Board of Directors Election ](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-announces-results-of-2026-board-of-directors-election/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announces newly elected members of its Board of Directors, including two re-elected members who will be returning to serve another term.
- [Letter from PCA Leadership](https://premiumcigars.org/letter-from-pca-leadership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Our industry’s greatest argument against over regulation is that we do not fall into the scope of concerns levied against most tobacco or vapor products. Even the Food & Drug Administration acknowledges,
- [Hearing Preparation Toolkit for PCA Members](https://premiumcigars.org/hearing-preparation-toolkit-for-pca-members-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]THE BASICS Hearings are a tool used by the state and federal legislatures to engage with the public, specifically with those members of the public who are distinctly affected by the proposed
- [Hail to the Chief: An Interview with PCA President Todd Naifeh](https://premiumcigars.org/hail-to-the-chief-an-interview-with-pca-president-todd-naifeh/) - Todd Naifeh’s journey from cigar retailer to incoming PCA president reflects community leadership, advocacy, and decades of industry experience.
- [New Member Spotlight: The Stork Club ](https://premiumcigars.org/new-member-spotlight-the-stork-club/) - Inside the Stork Club: membership-driven hospitality, premium cigar collaborations with Kingmakers, and engagement through the PCA Alliance.
- [Consumers: Help Oppose a MAJOR tax increase in Rhode Island!](https://premiumcigars.org/consumers-help-oppose-a-major-tax-increase-in-rhode-island/) - We are writing to alert you to a serious proposal in Rhode Island that could significantly impact premium cigar consumers and the local cigar retail community. Governor Dan McKee’s FY2027 Executive Budget includes a proposal to dramatically increase the premium cigar tax by raising the per-cigar tax cap from $0.50 to $2.00. This represents a
- [Oppose Iowa SF2051 and Protect Adult Choice and Small Businesses](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-iowa-sf2051-and-protect-adult-choice-and-small-businesses/) - Iowa lawmakers are considering SF2051, a bill that would ban smoking in adult-only casinos—restricting legal choices, hurting local businesses, and reducing in-state economic activity.
- [Oppose Mississippi's Proposed Cigar Tax Increase – House Bill 758](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-mississippis-proposed-cigar-tax-increase-house-bill-758/) - Oppose Mississippi HB 758, a proposed 50% premium cigar tax increase that would harm small businesses and drive sales out of state.
- [Five Questions: Danny Difabio, owner of Rodriguez Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-danny-difabio-owner-of-rodriguez-cigars/) - Five Questions with Danny Difabio of Rodriguez Cigars on family legacy, domestic cigar making, and preserving old-world craftsmanship.
- [PCA26 Returns to New Orleans April 17–20, 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/pca26-returns-to-new-orleans-april-17-20-2026/) - PCA26 returns to New Orleans alongside French Quarter Fest. Learn why early planning for hotels, flights, and events is essential.
- [Oppose Rhode Island’s Proposed 300% Premium Cigar Tax Increase](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-rhode-islands-proposed-300-premium-cigar-tax-increase/) - Oppose Rhode Island’s proposed 300% premium cigar tax increase, which would hurt small businesses and drive sales out of state.
- [United Cigars and Arnold André Mark America’s 250th Anniversary with Independence Firecracker](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigars-and-arnold-andre-mark-americas-250th-anniversary-with-independence-firecracker/) - United Cigars and Arnold André release the Independence Firecracker to honor America’s 250th anniversary, shipping June 2026.
- [Selected Tobacco Opens Spain’s First Premium Cigar Factory in Over 50 Years](https://premiumcigars.org/selected-tobacco-opens-spains-first-premium-cigar-factory-in-over-50-years/) - Selected Tobacco opens Spain’s first premium cigar factory in over 50 years, unveiling a five-story production and aging facility in Madrid.
- [United Cigars Announces Return of Bandolero Firecracker for 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigars-announces-return-of-bandolero-firecracker-for-2026/) - United Cigars announces the return of the Bandolero Firecracker 2026, a limited-edition release aged two years and shipping late summer.
- [Quality Importers Introduces Redesigned Palió Quad Tabletop Cutter](https://premiumcigars.org/quality-importers-introduces-redesigned-palio-quad-tabletop-cutter/) - Quality Importers unveils the redesigned Palió Quad Tabletop Cutter, offering four precision cuts and one-handed operation for lounges and retailers.
- [Black Works Studio Releases Hawaii Hornet as R. Field Wine Co. Exclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/black-works-studio-releases-hawaii-hornet-as-r-field-wine-co-exclusive/) - Black Works Studio releases Hawaii Hornet, a bold new R. Field Wine Co. exclusive handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Nicaragua.
- [ADVentura Cigars Expands into France Through New Distribution Partnership](https://premiumcigars.org/adventura-cigars-expands-into-france-through-new-distribution-partnership/) - ADVentura Cigars expands into France through a new distribution partnership with Volutes & Vitoles, continuing its global growth.
- [Protect Washington's Cigar Tax Cap - Oppose HB 2382](https://premiumcigars.org/protect-washingtons-cigar-tax-cap-oppose-hb-2382/) - Oppose Washington HB 2382, which would raise the cigar tax cap by over 30% and harm small businesses and consumers statewide.
- [Washington – Oppose HB 6129 and Its Extreme Cigar Tax Increase](https://premiumcigars.org/washington-oppose-hb-6129-and-its-extreme-cigar-tax-increase/) - Washington HB 6129 has been introduced and would completely remove the tax cap on premium cigars. If passed, this bill would subject cigars to a tax rate of 90%! This proposal is effectively a ban by taxation. A tax rate this high would devastate small cigar retailers, eliminate consumer demand, and force many Washington businesses
- [Protect Washington's Cigar Tax Cap - Oppose HB 1416](https://premiumcigars.org/protect-washingtons-cigar-tax-cap-oppose-hb-1416/) - Washington HB 1416 has just been introduced and would increase the cigar tax cap from $0.65 to $0.75 per cigar. That is more than a 15 percent tax increase on premium cigars. This proposal would directly raise costs for small businesses, reduce consumer demand, and put Washington cigar retailers at a competitive disadvantage. Now is
- [Support the Credit Card Competition Act](https://premiumcigars.org/support-the-credit-card-competition-act/) - Support the Credit Card Competition Act to reduce swipe fees and bring relief to cigar retailers, lounges, and manufacturers.
- [Support Kentucky’s Cigar Bar Bill (HB194)](https://premiumcigars.org/support-kentuckys-cigar-bar-bill-hb194/) - Support Kentucky HB194 to establish clear statewide rules for cigar bars and protect adult-only cigar and pipe lounges.
- [Keep Regulations Consistent in Missouri!](https://premiumcigars.org/keep-regulations-consistent-in-missouri/) - Support Missouri HB 2085 to stop conflicting local tobacco regulations and protect retailers, consumers, and fair statewide enforcement.
- [California’s Third-Hand Smoke Law](https://premiumcigars.org/californias-third-hand-smoke-law/) - California’s new third-hand smoke disclosure law raises questions about science, private property rights, and how far regulation should go.
- [2026 in the States: What the Crystal Ball Says (As of Today)](https://premiumcigars.org/2026-in-the-states-what-the-crystal-ball-says-as-of-today/) - A look ahead at 2026 state legislative threats and opportunities for premium cigars, plus updates on Nicaragua and tariff advocacy.
- [Facebook and Instagram Are Restricting Cigar Content: Guidance for Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/facebook-and-instagram-are-restricting-cigar-content-guidance-for-retailers/) - Learn how cigar retailers can adapt their Facebook and Instagram content strategies as Meta tightens enforcement on tobacco-related posts.
- [Casa 1910 Introduces New Mexigars 4-Pack Format and Updated Pricing Strategy](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-introduces-new-mexigars-4-pack-format-and-updated-pricing-strategy/) - Casa 1910 introduces a new Mexigars 4-Pack format, updated pricing, and expanded inventory ahead of new SKUs debuting at PCA 2026.
- [J.C. Newman Releases 2026 José Gaspar Cigars Honoring Tampa Tradition](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-releases-2026-jose-gaspar-cigars-honoring-tampa-tradition/) - J.C. Newman releases the 2026 José Gaspar cigar, a limited Tampa-exclusive celebrating the city’s cigar heritage and Gasparilla tradition.
- [Drew Estate Announces Liga Privada H99 “Churrasco” Exclusive for Cigars International](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-announces-liga-privada-h99-churrasco-exclusive-for-ci/) - Drew Estate introduces Liga Privada H99 Churrasco, a bold box-pressed H99 Connecticut Corojo exclusive created for Cigars International.
- [Alec Bradley Brings Back Filthy Hooligan and Shamrock for 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-brings-back-filthy-hooligan-and-shamrock-for-2026/) - Alec Bradley announces the return of Filthy Hooligan and Shamrock barber pole cigars for 2026, shipping in limited quantities this January.
- [Sans Pareil Appoints Joseph Perkins as Vice President of National Sales](https://premiumcigars.org/sans-pareil-appoints-joseph-perkins-as-vice-president-of-national-sales/) - Sans Pareil Cigars appoints Joseph Perkins as Vice President of National Sales, supporting strategic growth and exclusive retail partnerships.
- [Kingmakers and Playboy Announce New Cigar Collaboration](https://premiumcigars.org/kingmakers-and-playboy-announce-new-cigar-collaboration/) - Playboy and Kingmakers announce the Playboy Cigar Collection, debuting Winter 2025 with a limited 6x54 Toro crafted in Estelí.
- [Powstanie Introduces Mexican San Andrés Corona Gorda](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-introduces-mexican-san-andres-corona-gorda/) - Powstanie Cigars announces a new Mexican San Andrés Corona Gorda, highlighting bold flavor and balance. Orders are now open.
- [CAO Expands Flathead Line with Speed Shop Habano](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-expands-flathead-line-with-speed-shop-habano/) - CAO expands its Flathead franchise with Speed Shop Habano, a refined new release shipping February 2, 2026, in three vitolas.
- [Premium Cigar Association Welcomes Lesley Nickus as New Marketing & Communications Manager](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-welcomes-lesley-nickus-as-new-marketing-communications-manager/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is pleased to announce the hiring of Lesley Nickus as its new Marketing & Communications Manager, effective January 5, 2026. Nickus brings more than a decade of experience in content strategy, digital marketing, and brand communications across nonprofits and mission-driven organizations. In her new role, Nickus will support PCA’s marketing,
- [Oppose House Bill 2132 to Prevent Local Tobacco Regulations](https://premiumcigars.org/keep-missouris-cigar-laws-uniform/) - The Missouri Legislature is considering, HB 2132, a bill that would allow local governments to establish stricter tobacco control ordinances and regulations then the state already imposes. New rules that would be allowed to be introduced under this bill include regulations on product displays, sales, distribution, and even new local smoking restrictions! These are just a
- [Stolen Throne Cigars: Growth, at a Deliberate Pace](https://premiumcigars.org/stolen-throne-cigars-growth-at-a-deliberate-pace/) - Discover how Stolen Throne Cigars built a respected boutique brand through authenticity, relationships, and disciplined growth—one cigar at a time.
- [Alec Bradley Introduces New Uncut Series Pairing with Penelope Bourbon](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-introduces-new-uncut-series-pairing-with-penelope-bourbon/) - Alec Bradley releases a limited Uncut Series pairing with Penelope Bourbon, featuring Do Not Disturb cigars and a single-barrel bourbon.
- [Oettinger Davidoff AG Names Javier González as SVP, Head of Global Marketing & Innovation](https://premiumcigars.org/oettinger-davidoff-ag-names-javier-gonzalez-as-svp-head-of-global-marketing-innovation/) - Oettinger Davidoff AG appoints Javier González as SVP Head of Global Marketing & Innovation to lead brand and retail growth worldwide.
- [Getting the Word Out: Thoughts on Advertising Tobacco Businesses](https://premiumcigars.org/getting-the-word-out-thoughts-on-advertising-tobacco-businesses/) - It is every business owner’s wish to spread the word that customers are invited and welcomed with open arms, that unique products and friendly service await each visitor, and that the store will bring an added value to any customer’s life. However, the unsmiling perils brought by government regulation mean that tobacco establishments face special
- [Blend Bar Unveils Atabey Lounge Through New Partnership With United Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/blend-bar-unveils-atabey-lounge-through-new-partnership-with-united-cigars/) - A new chapter in luxury cigar hospitality has debuted in Indianapolis, as Blend Bar officially rebrands a dedicated space within its lounge as the Atabey Lounge, the result of a collaboration between United Cigars and Selected Tobacco. Located just north of downtown Indianapolis, Blend Bar has earned national recognition for its upscale hospitality, premium spirits, and curated cigar offerings.
- [Quality Importers Introduces Palió PRO® Trevi Triple Jet Lighter with Integrated V-Cutter](https://premiumcigars.org/quality-importers-introduces-palio-pro-trevi-triple-jet-lighter-with-integrated-v-cutter/) - Palió PRO® introduces the Trevi triple jet lighter with integrated V-cutter, combining power, precision, and affordability for premium cigar smokers.
- [Joya de Nicaragua and Quesada Form SAG for U.S. Distribution](https://premiumcigars.org/joya-de-nicaragua-and-quesada-form-sag-for-u-s-distribution/) - Joya de Nicaragua and Quesada Cigars join forces in the U.S. to form SAG, a unified distribution platform aligning sales, marketing, and logistics for both brands.
- [J.C. Newman Ships Diamond Crown 130th Anniversary Humidor](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-ships-diamond-crown-130th-anniversary-humidor/) - J.C. Newman celebrates 130 years with a limited Diamond Crown Anniversary Humidor, featuring 130 rare cigars available at select retailers.
- [Cohiba and Macanudo Introduce Limited Holiday Gift Sets for 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-and-macanudo-introduce-limited-holiday-gift-sets-for-2025/) - Limited 2025 holiday gift sets from Cohiba and Macanudo offer retailers premium and approachable options for seasonal cigar shoppers.
- [Aganorsa Leaf Expands Supreme Leaf Line with New Toro 109](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-expands-supreme-leaf-line-with-new-toro-109/) - Aganorsa Leaf expands its Supreme Leaf line with a new Toro 109 vitola, shipping February 2026 with limited production and Select Program priority.
- [Jennifer Nichole Returns to Hiram & Solomon ](https://premiumcigars.org/jennifer-nichole-returns-to-hiram-solomon/) - Jennifer Nichole returns to Hiram & Solomon Cigars as a National Sales Representative, leading Texas and supporting retailers nationwide.
- [The Little Factory That Could: El Titan de Bronze](https://premiumcigars.org/the-little-factory-that-could-el-titan-de-bronze/) - El Titan de Bronze celebrates 30 years in Little Havana. Discover Sandy Cobas’s journey, STG partnership, and the factory keeping Cuban cigar tradition alive.
- [Davidoff Expands Winston Churchill “The Late Hour” Line With New Belicoso Format](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-expands-winston-churchill-the-late-hour-line-with-new-belicoso-format/) - Davidoff introduces a new Belicoso to the Winston Churchill “The Late Hour” series, offering the full depth of its Scotch-barrel-aged blend in a compact format arriving January 2026.
- [J.C. Newman Revives Historic Sarzedas Brand With New Nicaraguan Release](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-revives-historic-sarzedas-brand-with-new-nicaraguan-release/) - J.C. Newman revives Sarzedas, a historic 1900 brand, with a new Nicaraguan-made blend from PENSA. Explore the aromatic, accessible line now shipping to retailers.
- [PCA and Award-Winning Author Nick Hammond Announce Landmark Collaboration ](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-award-winning-author-nick-hammond-announce-landmark-collaboration/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with renowned British author and journalist Nick Hammond to create Around the World in 80 Cigars – The American Dream, a new literary work that will shine a global spotlight on the people, places, and stories that define America’s vibrant premium cigar culture. This ambitious project
- [La Flor Dominicana and Tobacconist of Greenwich Launch Rare Finds Series](https://premiumcigars.org/la-flor-dominicana-and-tobacconist-of-greenwich-launch-rare-finds-series/) - LFD and The Tobacconist of Greenwich debut the Rare Finds Collection and “From Maverick to Master” event, featuring ultra-limited Paso Fino and Papi Chulo releases.
- [Don Emmanuel Cigars Expands Distribution Across the Caribbean and Latin America](https://premiumcigars.org/don-emmanuel-cigars-expands-distribution-across-the-caribbean-and-latin-america/) - Don Emmanuel Cigars expands into the Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico with its boutique Anunnaki line blended with Eladio Díaz.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Expands Canadian Presence ](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-expands-canadian-presence/) - Foundation Cigar Company partners with Brigham Enterprises to bring its award-winning cigars to Canada, expanding national distribution beginning December 2025.
- [Emerson’s Cigars' 50th](https://premiumcigars.org/emersons-cigars-50th/) - Emerson's Cigars marks 50 years of growth, innovation, and community. Explore how Scott Regina built a modern retail success rooted in family and industry leadership.
- [J.C. Newman Ships The El Reloj Collection](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-ships-the-el-reloj-collection/) - Celebrate America250 with J.C. Newman’s new El Reloj Collection—10 handcrafted cigars made in Tampa’s historic factory and honoring America’s cigar heritage.
- [J.C. Newman Restores Historic Sanchez y Haya Building](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-restores-historic-sanchez-y-haya-building/) - J.C. Newman restores Ybor City’s historic Sanchez y Haya Hotel, reviving a 1910 cigar landmark as a boutique hotel and cigar center opening in 2026.
- [Renegade Merchandising ](https://premiumcigars.org/renegade-merchandising/) - Boost your cigar lounge sales and customer experience with these proven humidor merchandising strategies from Renegade Cigars. Practical tips for retailers.
- [HVC Introduces Limited Hot Cake “Fresh Out the Oven” Broadleaf Figurado Box Press](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-introduces-limited-hot-cake-fresh-out-the-oven-broadleaf-figurado-box-press/) - HVC releases the Hot Cake “Fresh Out the Oven” Broadleaf in a limited Figurado box press format. Only 240 boxes made; shipping to select retailers next week.
- [J.C. Newman Releases Limited-Edition “The Brick House is on Fire” for TAA Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-releases-limited-edition-the-brick-house-is-on-fire-for-taa-retailers/) - J.C. Newman releases “The Brick House is on Fire,” a limited-edition 6 x 50 Toro for TAA retailers featuring a flame-like unfinished foot and five-year-aged tobaccos.
- [Duran Cigars Debuts Roberto Duran Reserva](https://premiumcigars.org/duran-cigars-debuts-roberto-duran-reserva/) - Duran Cigars launches the Roberto Duran Reserva, a new super-premium blend and the brand’s first father–son collaboration, now shipping nationwide.
- [Powstanie Cigars Unleashes the 2025 War Bear “War Bear of Mass Destruction”](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-cigars-unleashes-the-2025-war-bear-war-bear-of-mass-destruction/) - Powstanie Cigars releases the limited-edition 2025 War Bear “War Bear of Mass Destruction,” a bold 5 7/8 x 60 perfecto with collectible camo metal packaging.
- [PG Cigars Marks 35 Years With Two Special Anniversary Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/pg-cigars-marks-35-years-with-two-special-anniversary-releases/) - PG Cigars celebrates 35 years with two limited-edition anniversary vitolas crafted in the Dominican Republic, honoring the brand’s legacy of smooth, refined blends.
- [Crowned Heads Unveils New Look for Iconic Jericho Hill Line](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-unveils-new-look-for-iconic-jericho-hill-line/) - Crowned Heads rebrands its iconic Jericho Hill line with updated packaging while preserving the original blend. New look ships this week in three core sizes.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Reveals 2025 Tabernacle Knight Commander Release](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-reveals-2025-tabernacle-knight-commander-release/) - Foundation releases the 2025 Tabernacle Knight Commander, a limited-edition cigar supporting Ethiopian heritage through charitable initiatives. Only 750 boxes made.
- [World Cigar Show Launches in Dubai with Resounding Global Success](https://premiumcigars.org/world-cigar-show-launches-in-dubai-with-resounding-global-success/) - The inaugural World Cigar Show was held in Dubai, attracting over 1,700 attendees from around the world to explore and order from a number of premium cigar manufacturers.
- [A Capital Chance: Lincoln, Nebraska's Capital Cigar Lounge](https://premiumcigars.org/a-capital-chance-lincoln-nebraskas-capital-cigar-lounge/) - Discover how Capital Cigar Lounge turned a chance encounter into a thriving community hub, redefining hospitality and connection in the cigar lounge experience.
- [5 Aesthetic Upgrades to Your Store that will Keep Customers Coming Back ](https://premiumcigars.org/5-aesthetic-upgrades-to-your-store-that-will-keep-customers-coming-back/) - The smell of cedar when you walk into the humidor. The lighting adjusted on dimmers to reflect the time of day and desired vibe. A curated playlist that keeps people interested without interrupting their conversations. Elevated décor that pays homage to the history of cigar culture—a reminder to those who walk in of the luxury
- [Black Label Trading Co. Ships 2025 Deliverance Nocturne to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-ships-2025-deliverance-nocturne-to-retailers/) - Black Label Trading Co. (BLTC) has announced that its highly anticipated Deliverance Nocturne is set to ship next week, marking only the third release of the limited-production series originally introduced in 2015. Handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua, Nocturne has long been a favorite among BLTC fans—and this year’s release brings new formats
- [Procigar Launches Retailer-Exclusive Program for the 2026 Procigar Festival](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-launches-retailer-exclusive-program-for-the-2026-procigar-festival/) - Procigar launches a retailer-exclusive program for the 2026 Festival, offering limited-edition cigars and direct access to top Dominican manufacturers.
- [Oppose Premium Cigar Tax Hike in New Jersey](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-premium-cigar-tax-hike-in-new-jersey/) - If passed, New Jersey S.B. No. 4820 would raise the tax on premium cigars from the current rate of 30% to a regressive and uncompetitive rate of 50%.
- [Rocky Patel Unveils Thirtieth Anniversary Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/rocky-patel-unveils-thirtieth-anniversary-cigar/) - Rocky Patel launches the Thirtieth Anniversary cigar — aged San Andrés wrapper, dual binders, aged fillers, multiple formats, designed for retail impact.
- [J.C. Newman Cigar Co. to Craft Official America250 Cigars in Celebration of the Nation’s Semiquincentennial](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-cigar-co-to-craft-official-america250-cigars-in-celebration-of-the-nations-semiquincentennial/) - J.C. Newman Cigar Co. partners with America250 to hand-roll official cigars for the United States’ 250th anniversary, crafted at Tampa’s historic El Reloj factory.
- [Crowned Heads Expands Tennessee Waltz Line with New Vitolas and Updated Look](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-expands-tennessee-waltz-line-with-new-vitolas-and-updated-look/) - Crowned Heads expands its iconic Tennessee Waltz line with new sizes and a refreshed look, crafted at My Father Cigars and shipping this month.
- [How to Achieve Excellence in Customer Service](https://premiumcigars.org/how-to-achieve-excellence-in-customer-service/) - Mary Szarmach, VP of Trade Marketing & Government Relations at Smoker Friendly International, offers other retailers her top 10 customer service tips.
- [Duran Cigars Returns to the U.S. Market, Marking a New Era for the Family-Owned Brand](https://premiumcigars.org/duran-cigars-returns-to-the-u-s-market-marking-a-new-era-for-the-family-owned-brand/) - Duran Cigars returns to the U.S. market with a new Little Havana headquarters and the addition of Roberto Duran Jr., marking a new era for the family-owned brand.
- [Scandinavian Tobacco Group Q3 2025: Handmade Cigars Show Stability as New Strategy Nears Launch](https://premiumcigars.org/scandinavian-tobacco-group-q3-2025-handmade-cigars-show-stability-as-new-strategy-nears-launch/) - STG Q3 2025 results show stability in handmade cigars, DKK 2.4 billion in sales, 22 % EBITDA margin, and a new five-year strategy set for November 20.
- [In Response to PCA And CRA Coalition Litigation, California Issues Modified Rules](https://premiumcigars.org/in-response-to-pca-and-cra-coalition-litigation-california-issues-modified-rules/) - California proposes changes to its Unflavored Tobacco List rules after PCA and CRA legal action, including fee removal and faster application reviews.
- [CAO Unveils Two New Samplers for 2025: Flathead & Outpost Vol. 2](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-unveils-two-new-samplers-for-2025-flathead-outpost-vol-2/) - CAO releases two limited samplers for 2025 — the Flathead Sampler and Outpost Vol. 2 — featuring bold blends inspired by cars, culture, and global flavor.
- [Fratello Unveils the Final Chapter in Its Concealed Carry Series: AA 1935](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-unveils-the-final-chapter-in-its-concealed-carry-series-aa-1935/) - Fratello Cigars concludes its Concealed Carry Series with AA 1935—a reflective, limited-edition Robusto exploring indulgence and introspection.
- [Charlotte Cigar Week Partners with Tobacconist University to Launch Educational Program](https://premiumcigars.org/charlotte-cigar-week-partners-with-tobacconist-university-to-launch-educational-program/) - Charlotte Cigar Week partners with Tobacconist University to launch a new educational program offering Certified Cigar Sommelier Tobacconist training in 2026.
- [Kelner Cigars Honors Henke Kelner’s 80th Birthday with Limited Edition “Kelner LE 80”](https://premiumcigars.org/kelner-cigars-honors-henke-kelners-80th-birthday-with-limited-edition-kelner-le-80/) - Kelner Cigars celebrates Henke Kelner’s 80th birthday with the limited-edition Kelner LE 80—crafted by Klaas Kelner in Santiago, Dominican Republic.
- [Your Walk-in Humidor](https://premiumcigars.org/your-walk-in-humidor/) - Create a walk-in humidor that engages all the senses! Learn how presentation, organization, and humidity control enhance the cigar-buying experience.
- [The Blend Review: HVC Edición Especial 2015 10th Year Anniversary Especiales](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-review-hvc-edicion-especial-2015-10th-year-anniversary-especiales/) - PCA The Magazine reviews the HVC Edición Especial 2015 10th Year Anniversary Especiales premium cigar, released as part of HVC's 10th anniversary celebration.
- [PCA and The Leaf Master Dubai Announce Exclusive Social Events During the World Cigar Show](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-the-leaf-master-dubai-announce-exclusive-social-events-during-the-world-cigar-show/) - Experience three nights of luxury cigar events in Dubai as PCA and The Leaf Master host exclusive gatherings during the 2025 World Cigar Show.
- [Ferio Tego Announces the Timeless TAA 2025 Exclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-announces-the-timeless-taa-2025-exclusive/) - Ferio Tego announces the 6 x 50 toro Timeless TAA 2025 Exclusive, a Nicaraguan puro debuting at the TAA meeting in the Dominican Republic. Limited to 900 boxes.
- [Plasencia Cigars Celebrates the Season with Colección Robusto Winter Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-celebrates-the-season-with-coleccion-robusto-winter-edition/) - Plasencia Cigars unveils its Colección Robusto Winter Edition 2025, a limited sampler featuring six award-winning cigars from across its acclaimed portfolio—available November 3 for $99.90.
- [Cohiba Unveils the C8 2025 ](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-unveils-the-c8-2025/) - Cohiba introduces the C8 2025, a limited-edition Churchill crafted from rare aged tobaccos and rolled by the brand’s most skilled artisans. Available in November 2025.
- [La Flor Dominicana Doubles Down on Oro With Three New Sizes](https://premiumcigars.org/la-flor-dominicana-doubles-down-on-oro-with-three-new-sizes/) - La Flor Dominicana expands its Oro line with three new sizes—No. 5 (6 × 48), No. 7 (7½ × 52) and No. 8 (7 × 60)—growth driven by demand for bold value-priced luxury cigars.
- [Joya de Nicaragua Unveils Cuatro Cinco “Secret Cask”](https://premiumcigars.org/joya-de-nicaragua-unveils-cuatro-cinco-secret-cask/) - Joya de Nicaragua launches Cuatro Cinco “Secret Cask”, a 6×54 Nicaraguan puro aged in whiskey-rum barrels, limited to 1,500 boxes and shipping November 2025.
- [Aging Room Marks 15 Years with “Blue Amber” Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/aging-room-marks-15-years-with-blue-amber-limited-edition/) - Aging Room unveils Blue Amber for its 15th anniversary: four limited formats made by A.J. Fernandez, shipping in December, plus a 225-piece blue-amber Dennison watch.
- [Davidoff Unveils Year of the Horse 2026 Limited Edition Series](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-unveils-year-of-the-horse-2026-limited-edition-series/) - Davidoff launches its Year of the Horse 2026 collection—three limited editions sharing a refined hybrid-seed blend and launching 20 Nov 2025.
- [Meerapfel Cigar Introduces the Ernest Lancero](https://premiumcigars.org/meerapfel-cigar-introduces-the-ernest-lancero/) - Meerapfel Cigars introduces the Ernest Lancero, a tribute to Ernest Meerapfel, featuring the brand’s vintage Genuine Cameroon wrapper and tobaccos aged for over two decades.
- [Cavalier Genève Cigars Announces Regional Edition Switzerland](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-cigars-announces-regional-edition-switzerland/) - Cavalier Genève Cigars unveils its Regional Edition Switzerland, a limited 109-size cigar honoring brand heritage and Swiss partner Mauro Neri. Limited to 5,000 cigars.
- [Alec Bradley Releases Latest Fine & Rare ANB-228](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-releases-latest-fine-rare-anb-228/) - Alec Bradley releases the Fine & Rare ANB-228, a 10-tobacco blend handcrafted at Raíces Cubana and limited to 1,500 boxes, shipping November 3.
- [La Aurora Rings in the Holidays with Limited Holiday Box Release](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-rings-in-the-holidays-with-limited-holiday-box-release/) - La Aurora celebrates the season with its Holiday Box, featuring 10 cigars from its most iconic blends, inspired by Dominican holiday traditions. Available November 2025.
- [Cigars Daily and Aganorsa Leaf Collaborate on Rare Leaf Reserve Daily Edition Connecticut](https://premiumcigars.org/cigars-daily-and-aganorsa-leaf-collaborate-on-rare-leaf-reserve-daily-edition-connecticut/) - Cigars Daily and Aganorsa Leaf unveil the Rare Leaf Reserve Daily Edition Connecticut—a smooth, limited collaboration featuring Aganorsa’s famed Corojo ’99 and Criollo ’98 tobaccos.
- [Carlos Escalona Joins Don Emmanuel Cigars, A Boutique Brand Crafted with Eladio Díaz](https://premiumcigars.org/carlos-escalona-joins-don-emmanuel-cigars-a-boutique-brand-crafted-with-eladio-diaz/) - Don Emmanuel Cigars welcomes former Davidoff veteran Carlos Escalona as the brand expands with its Eladio Díaz–crafted Anunnaki line, blending artistry and innovation.
- [Tatuaje Expands Series P Line with New Honduras Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-expands-series-p-line-with-new-honduras-edition/) - Tatuaje Cigars introduces Series P Honduras, the first Tatuaje line made at the new My Father Cigars factory in Honduras, featuring a Nicaragua Habano wrapper and four classic vitolas.
- [Cavalier Genève Opens Pre-Orders for The Green Jacket 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-opens-pre-orders-for-the-green-jacket-2026/) - Cavalier Genève opens pre-orders for The Green Jacket 2026, a limited Churchill honoring the Masters, available to select retailers through Nov. 7.
- [ADVentura Cigars Announces Limited Release of La Llorona Toro ](https://premiumcigars.org/adventura-cigars-announces-limited-release-of-la-llorona-toro/) - ADVentura Cigars unveils the 2025 La Llorona Toro, a 54 x 6 limited release crafted for Elite Accounts and shipping October 27.
- [Plasencia Cigars Announces Two New Releases for 2025–2026](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-announces-two-new-releases-for-2025-2026/) - Plasencia unveils El Año del Caballo 2026 and Cosecha 151 TAA Exclusive Salomón 2025, two limited releases honoring craftsmanship and tradition.
- [Cigar Lounge or Tobacconist: The Difference Pipes Can Make](https://premiumcigars.org/cigar-lounge-or-tobacconist-the-difference-pipes-can-make/) - Georgetown Tobacco’s Teresa Wessling explains why pipe smoking is resurging and what premium cigar retailers should know before adding pipes to their shops.
- [The Blend Review: Tabanero Momentum Robusto](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-review-tabanero-momentum-robusto/) - A review of the Tabanero's Momentum–a cigar with a smooth draw, evolving flavors, and flawless construction—an ideal, no-touch smoke that keeps its cool to the end.
- [J.C. Newman and LeRoy Neiman Foundation Release 2025 Collector’s Edition Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-and-leroy-neiman-foundation-release-2025-collectors-edition-cigar/) - J.C. Newman and the LeRoy Neiman Foundation release the 2025 Collector’s Edition cigar, with all profits supporting arts education in Tampa.
- [JM Tobacco to Exhibit at Inaugural World Cigar Show Dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/jm-tobacco-to-exhibit-at-inaugural-world-cigar-show-dubai/) - JM Tobacco will showcase its Española and JM’s Dominican lines at the inaugural World Cigar Show in Dubai, November 11–12, 2025.
- [Casa Carrillo Unveils 2025 TAA Exclusive Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-unveils-2025-taa-exclusive-toro/) - Casa Carrillo unveils its 2025 TAA Exclusive Toro—Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos, limited to 1,000 boxes.
- [Crowned Heads Revives Belgian Blue for 2025 Limited Edition Release](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-revives-belgian-blue-for-2025-limited-edition-release/) - Crowned Heads brings back the Belgian Blue blend in a 5½ x 56 box-pressed format for 2025. Limited to 2,500 boxes, shipping begins in November.
- [PCA and We Card Team Up for Free Training Course](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-we-card-team-up-for-free-training-course/) - PCA and We Card offer free employee training for the first 100 PCA retail members, covering responsible tobacco sales and compliance best practices.
- [Black Works Studio Unveils The Five Temples – Seven Star Fist of Shaolin](https://premiumcigars.org/black-works-studio-unveils-the-five-temples-seven-star-fist-of-shaolin/) - BLK WKS launches The Five Temples – Seven Star Fist of Shaolin, a 24-count limited collection featuring Killer Bee, Hornet, and Shaolin cigars.
- [Report on Nicaragua and PCA Response](https://premiumcigars.org/report-on-nicaragua-and-pca-response/) - PCA is addressing the USTR’s Nicaragua report through coordinated advocacy, engaging officials to protect U.S. small businesses and the premium cigar industry.
- [PCA Fall 2025 Update](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-fall-2025-update/) - Joshua Habursky, CEO of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), recaps the association's 2025 summer activities and accomplishments while looking ahead to a busy fall.
- [What We're Smoking: Matilde Limited Exposure No. 2 Robusto](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-matilde-limited-exposure-no-2-robusto/) - Luis Rodriguez, a tobacconist at Mickey Blake’s Cigars in Southington, Connecticut, reviews Matilde Cigar's Limited Exposure No. 2 Robusto premium cigar.
- [Support Consistent Age Laws for Adult Products in Massachusetts](https://premiumcigars.org/support-consistent-age-laws-for-adult-products-in-massachusetts/) - Massachusetts is ground zero in the “Nicotine Free Generation” debate, with efforts to enact such proposals at the local and statewide levels. It has to stop. We need your help supporting two important bills now before the Massachusetts legislature, Senate Bill 221 and House Bill 330. These bills would establish a consistent statewide minimum age of 21 for the sale
- [Record-Breaking Opus Xodus Experience Raises Over $500,000 for Charity](https://premiumcigars.org/record-breaking-opus-xodus-experience-raises-over-500000-for-charity/) - The 2025 Opus Xodus Experience raised over $500,000 for charity and unveiled exclusive Fuente cigars and bourbon at The Tobacconist of Greenwich.
- [Cohiba Expands Weller Collaboration with New Cigar and Matching Accessories](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-expands-weller-collaboration-with-new-cigar-and-matching-accessories/) - Cohiba expands its Weller collaboration with a new 2025 cigar aged in Weller Antique 107 barrels and a matching line of accessories.
- [Diesel Revives Its Sideshow Sampler for 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/diesel-revives-its-sideshow-sampler-for-2025/) - Diesel brings back its popular Sideshow Sampler for 2025—seven handcrafted cigars with bold blends and unique shapes, shipping in November.
- [Two Guys Cigars Marks 40 Years with Exclusive Atabey Collector’s Humidors](https://premiumcigars.org/two-guys-cigars-marks-40-years-with-exclusive-atabey-collectors-humidors/) - Two Guys Cigars celebrates 40 years with two limited-edition Atabey humidors crafted by Nelson Alfonso, available in stores and online October 30.
- [University of Houston and PCA Deliver Hospitality Masterclass](https://premiumcigars.org/university-of-houston-and-pca-deliver-hospitality-masterclass/) - PCA partners with the University of Houston to deliver a masterclass exploring premium cigars, fine beverages, and hospitality culture.
- [Federal Court Declines to Halt California’s UTL Deadline](https://premiumcigars.org/federal-court-declines-to-halt-californias-utl-deadline/) - Federal court denies TRO on California’s Unflavored Tobacco List; PCA continues legal fight to protect premium cigar retailers and manufacturers.
- [What We're Smoking: AJ Fernandez Días de Gloria Corona](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-aj-fernandez-dias-de-gloria-corona/) - Dubai's The Leaf Master co-founder Ra'ed Saqfelhait reviews the AJ Fernandez Días de Gloria Corona, a premium cigar handcrafted in Nicaragua.
- [Cavalier Genève Cigars Announces Project Broadleaf Wayfinders](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-cigars-announces-project-broadleaf-wayfinders/) - Cavalier Genève Cigars unveils Project Broadleaf Wayfinders, the third release in its Broadleaf series, featuring two new vitolas made with aged Connecticut Broadleaf.
- [Lure Cigars Launches New Maduro Core Line](https://premiumcigars.org/lure-cigars-launches-new-maduro-core-line/) - Lure Cigars expands its core lineup with the Maduro Series, featuring The Brown-E-Trout and The Lil’ Trout—Nicaraguan puros now shipping to retailers.
- [Plasencia Cigars Introduces New “Short Smokes” Collection](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-introduces-new-short-smokes-collection/) - Plasencia Cigars debuts its “Short Smokes Collection” with two new compact vitolas from the Reserva Original and Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro lines.
- [Room101 Introduces New, Limited-Edition Namakubi Chingon](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-introduces-new-limited-edition-namakubi-chingon/) - Room101 Cigars revives its Namakubi line with the new Chingon, a 5.5 x 60 San Andrés-wrapped limited edition shipping October 2.
- [Macanudo Celebrates the Holidays with Inspirado Window Box](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-celebrates-the-holidays-with-inspirado-window-box/) - Macanudo releases the Inspirado Holiday Window Box, a five-cigar sampler with a torch lighter, available at select retailers in October.
- [Alec Bradley Resurrects Filthy Ghooligan for Halloween 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-resurrects-filthy-ghooligan-for-halloween-2025/) - Alec Bradley revives its Filthy Ghooligan cigar for Halloween 2025, a limited 6 x 50 Toro featuring seven tobaccos from five countries.
- [PCA, CRA, and Manufacturers File Emergency Court Motion to Halt California’s Unworkable Tobacco Regulations](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-cra-and-manufacturers-file-emergency-court-motion-to-halt-californias-unworkable-tobacco-regulations/) - PCA files emergency motion to block California’s Unflavored Tobacco List, protecting premium cigar retailers from unworkable regulations.
- [PCA Joins Global Leaders for The Cigar Conference 2025 at World Cigar Show Dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-joins-global-leaders-for-the-cigar-conference-2025-at-world-cigar-show-dubai/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and partners bring together producers, diplomats, and innovators for The Cigar Conference 2025 in Dubai to advance the cigar industry.
- [PCA, CRA, and Manufacturers Challenge California’s UTL in Federal Court to Protect the Premium Cigar Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-cra-and-manufacturers-challenge-californias-utl-in-federal-court-to-protect-the-premium-cigar-industry/) - PCA, CRA, and leading cigar makers file a federal lawsuit challenging California’s Unflavored Tobacco List to protect premium cigar retailers.
- [Asylum Ships Time Capsule Samplers in 2025 Anniversary Release](https://premiumcigars.org/asylum-ships-time-capsule-samplers-in-2025-anniversary-release/) - Asylum’s 13th Anniversary Time Capsule samplers ship to retailers, featuring legacy blends and the new Asylum 13 Anniversary cigar.
- [Exclusive Eventbrite Premium Discount Now Available to PCA Members](https://premiumcigars.org/exclusive-eventbrite-premium-discount-now-available-to-pca-members/) - The PCA partners with Eventbrite to offer current members exclusive discounts on Eventbrite Premium, making event management more affordable for retailers and small businesses.
- [Garo Cigars Announces Participation in the World Cigar Show Dubai ](https://premiumcigars.org/garo-cigars-announces-participation-in-the-world-cigar-show-dubai/) - Garo Cigars will showcase its boutique blends at the World Cigar Show Dubai 2025, marking a milestone in global presence and craftsmanship.
- [Casa 1910 Strengthens U.S. Sales and Product Development Teams](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-strengthens-u-s-sales-and-product-development-teams/) - Casa 1910 appoints Hector Becerra as U.S. Sales Director and transitions Jeremy Fondi to product development to drive global growth.
- [J.C. Newman Rolls Out Multiple New Releases This September](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-rolls-out-multiple-new-releases-this-september/) - J.C. Newman Cigar Company launches Angel Cuesta Shade, Bricktoberfest 2025, and final 2025 Yagua and Black Diamond shipments this September.
- [Emilio Cigars Releases Grimalkin Seasonal Edition for Fall](https://premiumcigars.org/emilio-cigars-releases-grimalkin-seasonal-edition-for-fall/) - Emilio Cigars has announced the return of the Grimalkin Seasonal Edition, handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí. This limited edition arrives just in time for Halloween and fall cigar celebrations. “Over the years, Grimalkin has become one of those releases that Emilio fans wait for,” said James Brown of Black Label Trading Co. and Fabrica Oveja Negra. “This year’s
- [Selected Tobacco to Release Collector’s Edition Humidor at Industrial Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/selected-tobacco-to-release-collectors-edition-humidor-at-industrial-cigars/) - Selected Tobacco debuts a limited Collector’s Edition Humidor at Industrial Cigars with aged Atabey and Alfonso cigars. Only 200 available.
- [Ferio Tego Expands Metropolitan Host Line with Boxed Hudson Format](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-expands-metropolitan-host-line-with-boxed-hudson-format/) - Ferio Tego expands its Metropolitan Host line with the boxed Hudson Toro in Natural and Maduro, now shipping in 18-count boxes to retailers nationwide.
- [Five Questions: Howard Gumbs, Jr., Founder of Howard G Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-howard-gumbs-jr-founder-of-howard-g-cigars/) - Howard G Cigars marks its 5th anniversary with new releases and reflections from founder Howard Gumbs, Jr. on family, music, and the cigar lifestyle.
- [Crowned Heads to Release Mil Días Des Deux LE 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-to-release-mil-dias-des-deux-le-2025/) - Crowned Heads unveils Mil Días Des Deux LE 2025, pairing Habano and Maduro blends in a 6 1/8 x 42 Long Corona. Limited to 1,500 boxes.
- [BLACKENED® by Drew Estate Expands with Limited Lancero Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/blackened-by-drew-estate-expands-with-limited-lancero-releases/) - Drew Estate launches limited BLACKENED M81 & S84 Lanceros, 7x40 vitolas debuting in August 2025 at Drew Diplomat retailers.
- [Tobacco Junction Opens Red Anchor Lounge in Tyler, Texas](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacco-junction-opens-red-anchor-lounge-in-tyler-texas/) - Tobacco Junction opens the Red Anchor Lounge in Tyler, TX with exclusive Red Anchor cigars, United’s top brands, and a 900 sq. ft. humidor.
- [Casa Carrillo Honors Veterans with Battleborn Warriors Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-honors-veterans-with-battleborn-warriors-limited-edition/) - Casa Carrillo honors U.S. veterans with Battleborn Warriors, a limited-edition cigar with proceeds supporting veterans’ charities. Limited to 2,500 boxes, the cigar launches in September.
- [Inconvenient Leadership Truths](https://premiumcigars.org/inconvenient-leadership-truths/) - Tobacconist Josh Evarts shares four inconvenient truths about leadership, culture, and trust in premium cigar retail—insights every business owner should hear.
- [Tatuaje Revives the Mummy in Latest Redux Release](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-revives-the-mummy-in-latest-redux-release/) - Tatuaje Cigars announces the limited return of the Mummy Redux, a 7½ x 47 Criollo-wrapped cigar in coffin-style boxes, shipping to retailers October 2025.
- [Foundation Cigars Strengthens International Team with Appointment of George Frakes](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigars-strengthens-international-team-with-appointment-of-george-frakes/) - Foundation Cigar Company appoints George Frakes as Director of International Sales, reinforcing its expansion in Europe and global markets ahead of InterTabac 2025.
- [PCA Strengthens International Ties with Diplomatic Engagements in London](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-strengthens-international-ties-with-diplomatic-engagements-in-london/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) strengthens global ties with diplomatic meetings in London, highlighting education, heritage, and cultural diplomacy in the cigar industry.
- [PCA Builds Momentum with Capitol Hill Engagement](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-builds-momentum-with-capitol-hill-engagement/) - PCA strengthens its advocacy with Capitol Hill meetings, Women of PCA leadership, board sessions, and new initiatives shaping the future of the cigar industry.
- [Dominican Republic to Showcase Leadership at The Cigar Conference 2025 in Dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/dominican-republic-to-showcase-leadership-at-the-cigar-conference-2025-in-dubai/) - The Dominican Republic will showcase its leadership at the 2025 World Cigar Show in Dubai, with Ambassador Herrera Franco highlighting the nation’s cigar heritage.
- [PCA Board of Directors Extends Habursky Contract](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-board-of-directors-extends-habursky-contract/) - The Premium Cigar Association extends Executive Director Joshua Habursky’s contract through 2031, ensuring continued leadership, growth, and advocacy for the premium cigar industry.
- [Rocky's Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/rockys-cigars/) - Rocky’s Cigars in Syracuse has been a community landmark since 1972. Discover its evolution from a newsstand to a premier premium cigar retailer and cultural hub.
- [PCA Launches New "Find Your Tobacconist Tool](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-new-find-your-tobacconist-tool/) - Discover PCA’s new ‘Find Your Tobacconist’ tool—an interactive map that helps you locate premium cigar retailers near you. Support local shops with ease.
- [Artista Cigars Unveils New Releases Ahead of InterTabac](https://premiumcigars.org/artista-cigars-unveils-new-releases-ahead-of-intertabac/) - Artista Cigars debuts new products for InterTabac 2025, including Mini Club, an Ashtray Gift Set, and the Art-56 Figurado. Shipping worldwide this fall.
- [BLK WKS Unleashes Tigersaurus for 10th Anniversary Celebration](https://premiumcigars.org/blk-wks-unleashes-tigersaurus-for-10th-anniversary-celebration/) - BLK WKS celebrates 10 years of the Tiger Series with Tigersaurus, a bold limited edition crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra. Shipping soon to select retailers.
- [Micallef Expands Color Series with Bold New “Green” Release](https://premiumcigars.org/micallef-expands-color-series-with-bold-new-green-release/) - Micallef Cigars launches the Micallef Green, the fifth cigar in its Color Series. Medium-to-full bodied, Mata Fina-wrapped, and priced for everyday enjoyment.
- [When A Cigar Is More Than Just A Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/when-a-cigar-is-more-than-just-a-cigar/) - Renowned English writer, Nick Hammond, reminds us of the power of the handrolled cigar – and why we must educate to keep it alive.
- [La Aurora Announces Relaunch of Especiales in the U.S. in Partnership with PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-announces-relaunch-of-especiales-in-the-u-s-in-partnership-with-pca/) - La Aurora relaunches Especiales in the U.S. with PCA for its Fall Fundraiser—a retailer-inspired blend supporting premium cigar advocacy.
- [Roots of Tradition: Growing Tobacco on Ometepe Island](https://premiumcigars.org/roots-of-tradition-growing-tobacco-on-ometepe-island/) - On Nicaragua’s Ometepe Island, a group of tobacco growers forgo machines and technological advances and embrace a more hands-on approach to farming tobacco.
- [Scandinavian Tobacco Group Reveals Q2 2025 Results](https://premiumcigars.org/scandinavian-tobacco-group-reveals-q2-2025-results/) - Scandinavian Tobacco Group Q2 2025: stable net sales, organic dip, recovery in handmade cigars, growth in machine-rolled and pouches, margins pressured—outlook reaffirmed.
- [PCA and TPE Partner to Elevate Industry Advocacy and Education at TPE26 ](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-tpe-partner-to-elevate-industry-advocacy-and-education-at-tpe26/) - PCA partners with TPE26 to spotlight premium cigar advocacy and education in Las Vegas, empowering retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers.
- [Drew Estate Debuts Nica Rustica Shade](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-debuts-nica-rustica-shade/) - Nica Rustica Shade by Drew Estate launches with a Connecticut Shade wrapper and Nicaraguan, U.S., and Dominican fillers. Mellow-to-medium, smooth, and now shipping in multiple sizes.
- [Artesano Del Tobacco Introduces El Pulpo Perfecto “The Squid”](https://premiumcigars.org/artesano-del-tobacco-introduces-el-pulpo-perfecto-the-squid/) - El Pulpo grows tentacles: Artesano Del Tobacco is shipping “The Squid,” a bold new Perfecto that balances strength and flavor in a striking 6.5 x 60 vitola.
- [Davidoff Chefs Edition 2025: A Culinary Collaboration in Cigar Form](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-chefs-edition-2025-a-culinary-collaboration-in-cigar-form/) - Davidoff unveils the Chefs Edition 2025, a 6 1/4 x 52 Toro blended with rare, aged tobaccos and crafted with Michelin-starred chefs. Limited release ships Sept. 11.
- [Hiram & Solomon Appoints Benoît Bail as Vice President of Sales](https://premiumcigars.org/hiram-solomon-appoints-benoit-bail-as-vice-president-of-sales/) - Hiram & Solomon Cigars has named Benoît Bail as its new Vice President of Sales, signaling a major step in the company’s growth both in the United States and abroad. In his new role, Bail will lead global sales strategy, strengthen U.S. distribution, and expand the brand’s international footprint while becoming an associate of the
- [The Women of PCA Membership Leaders](https://premiumcigars.org/the-women-of-pca-membership-leaders/) - The PCA 2025 New Orleans trade show is officially in the books. It was a great show and I, for one, enjoyed returning to New Orleans after 10 years. The weather was beautiful and there were a lot of PCA after-show experiences to choose from. Normally, Women of PCA has our happy hour on the
- [Aganorsa Leaf Teams Up with Gene Simmons’ MoneyBag™ Soda for Nationwide Pairing Events](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-teams-up-with-gene-simmons-moneybag-soda-for-nationwide-pairing-events/) - Aganorsa Leaf partners with Gene Simmons’ MoneyBag™ Soda for nationwide cigar-and-soda pairing events, blending bold flavors with premium cigar craftsmanship.
- [Casa Carrillo Debuts La Historia Silk](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-debuts-la-historia-silk/) - Casa Carrillo launches La Historia Silk, a 6 x 52 Toro featuring rare Pelo de Oro and new Casa Carrillo branding. Limited first run ships next week.
- [Premium Cigar Association and FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism launch first ever luxury marketing masterclass](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-and-fiu-chaplin-school-of-hospitality-tourism-launch-first-ever-luxury-marketing-masterclass/) - FIU and the PCA launch a groundbreaking luxury marketing program spotlighting premium cigars. Enrollment open now for Nov. 2025.
- [Romeo y Julieta at 150: Why Cigar Enthusiasts are Still Obsessed](https://premiumcigars.org/romeo-y-julieta-at-150-why-cigar-enthusiasts-are-still-obsessed/) - Cigar enthusiasts are still obsessed with Romeo y Julieta, a brand that began in Cuba and now continues to thrive in the Dominican Republic under the care of Altadis U.S.A.
- [Davidoff of Geneva Celebrates Grand Reopening of Iconic Madison Avenue Boutique](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-of-geneva-celebrates-grand-reopening-of-iconic-madison-avenue-boutique/) - Davidoff of Geneva reopens its iconic Madison Avenue Boutique in NYC with a stunning renovation, featuring a glass walk-in humidor, lounges, and private lockers.
- [XIKAR Expands Distribution of Innovative Hedron Lighter](https://premiumcigars.org/xikar-expands-distribution-of-innovative-hedron-lighter/) - XIKAR expands distribution of its groundbreaking Hedron lighter, featuring a hybrid jet-and-soft flame system for precise cigar lighting. Now available nationwide with a $164.99 MSRP.
- [Crowned Heads Prepares Release of Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-prepares-release-of-blood-medicine-b-positive-le-2025/) - Crowned Heads unveils Blood Medicine B-Positive LE 2025, a limited 6x52 toro with a Nicaraguan Corojo wrapper. Limited to 2,400 boxes, shipping mid-September.
- [PCA files California Regulatory Comment with Industry Coalition](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-files-california-regulatory-comment-with-industry-coalition/) - PCA pushes back against California’s costly cigar regulations, warning of fewer choices and higher fees for retailers and consumers.
- [Tatuaje Rolls Out Limited-Edition Corojo Versions of T110, Cohete, and Avión 13](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-rolls-out-limited-edition-corojo-versions-of-t110-cohete-and-avion-13/) - Tatuaje releases limited-edition Corojo versions of its T110, Cohete, and Avión 13 cigars, shipping to select retailers this August.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Ships New Wise Man Lanceros](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-ships-new-wise-man-lanceros/) - Foundation Cigar Company begins shipping its new Wise Man Corojo & Maduro Lanceros, unveiled at PCA 2025, to select U.S. retailers.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Launches Exclusive Primer Fábrica 1810 Event Series](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-launches-exclusive-primer-fabrica-1810-event-series/) - Foundation Cigar Co. launches Primer Fábrica 1810, an exclusive event-only cigar honoring America’s first cigar factory. Limited availability in 2025.
- [U.S. Senator Ashley Moody Visits J.C. Newman’s Historic El Reloj Factory](https://premiumcigars.org/u-s-senator-ashley-moody-visits-j-c-newmans-historic-el-reloj-factory/) - U.S. Senator Ashley Moody tours J.C. Newman’s El Reloj, learning about Tampa’s cigar heritage and challenges facing the premium cigar industry.
- [TUECOM Launches Turnkey E-Commerce Solution for Certified Tobacconists](https://premiumcigars.org/tuecom-launches-turnkey-e-commerce-solution-for-certified-tobacconists/) - TUECOM offers turnkey e-commerce websites for certified tobacconists—own your site, protect your business, and launch online in weeks.
- [HVC Cigars: Where Cuban Roots Run Deep](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-cigars-where-cuban-roots-run-deep/) - Reinier Lorenzo blends traditional Cuban sensibilities with Nicaraguan terroir to create cigars that resonate with authenticity, balance and bold flavor.
- [World Cigar Show Dubai: What You Need to Know](https://premiumcigars.org/world-cigar-show-dubai-what-you-need-to-know/) - Join premium cigar professionals at the first-ever World Cigar Show Dubai, a new B2B event connecting global brands with Middle Eastern markets. Learn what to expect from organizer Ra'ed Saqfelhait
- [Premium Cigar Association Launches Online Merch Store to Support Advocacy Efforts](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-launches-online-merch-store-to-support-advocacy-efforts/) - Show your support for the premium cigar industry with the new PCA Merch Store. Every purchase helps fund advocacy efforts protecting retailers and consumers nationwide.
- [Registration Now Open for Procigar Festival 2026: “From Soil to Soul”](https://premiumcigars.org/registration-now-open-for-procigar-festival-2026-from-soil-to-soul/) - Experience the artistry of Dominican cigars at the Procigar Festival 2026, February 15–20. Tour legendary factories, enjoy cultural events, and connect with fellow aficionados. Register now for early savings.
- [New Boveda 50-Count Humidor Offers Six Months of Maintenance-Free Cigar Storage](https://premiumcigars.org/new-boveda-50-count-humidor-offers-six-months-of-maintenance-free-cigar-storage/) - Boveda unveils its first wood-finished humidor, engineered exclusively for its two-way humidity packs. Holds 50 cigars, offers six months of maintenance-free storage, and features an integrated Auto-Replenish system.
- [Lampert Cigars Expands Ocean Breeze Line with Two New Vitolas](https://premiumcigars.org/lampert-cigars-expands-ocean-breeze-line-with-two-new-vitolas/) - Lampert Cigars adds two new vitolas—Gordito and Toro Grande—to its Ocean Breeze line, debuting at InterTabac 2025 with limited September availability.
- [Tabanero Cigars: Sometimes Dreams Come True](https://premiumcigars.org/tabanero-cigars-sometimes-dreamscome-true/) - Discover the story behind Tabanero Cigars and founder Yanko Maceda—a Tampa-based boutique brand gaining national attention with handcrafted blends and growing momentum.
- [PCA Appoints Ricardo Carioni as Director of International Affairs & Education](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-appoints-ricardo-carioni-as-director-of-international-affairs-education/) - The Premium Cigar Association appoints Ricardo Carioni as Director of International Affairs & Education, expanding global advocacy and strengthening industry education initiatives.
- [Phillips & King Announce Return to PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/phillips-king-announce-return-to-pca26/) - Phillips & King, a long-running distributor of tobacco products based in California, has announced its return as an exhibitor at the 2026 Premium Cigar Association trade show.
- [Ferio Tego Announces 2024 Elegancia and Generoso Vintage Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-announces-2024-elegancia-and-generoso-vintage-releases/) - Ferio Tego announces the 2024 vintage releases of Elegancia and Generoso—limited-edition cigars aged 22 months and packaged in custom travel humidors.
- [Retailer Milestones Marked with Memorable Smokes](https://premiumcigars.org/retailer-milestones-marked-with-memorable-smokes/) - Cigar retailers across the U.S. are celebrating major milestones with exclusive, limited-edition cigars from Padrón, Perdomo, Black Label Trading Co., and more.
- [Registration Now Open for the 2026 Puro Sabor Festival in Nicaragua](https://premiumcigars.org/registration-now-open-for-the-2026-puro-sabor-festival-in-nicaragua/) - Registration is now open for the 2026 Puro Sabor Festival in Nicaragua, taking place January 18–24. Reserve early for preferred hotels and exclusive cigar tours.
- [New Member Highlight: Smokin’ Silverbacks Cigar Lounge](https://premiumcigars.org/new-member-highlight-smokin-silverbacks-cigar-lounge/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) showcases one of its newest retail members, Smokin’ Silverbacks Cigar Lounge, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- [VegaFina Relaunches Classic and 1998 Lines with U.S.-Exclusive Formats](https://premiumcigars.org/vegafina-relaunches-classic-and-1998-lines-with-u-s-exclusive-formats/) - VegaFina relaunches its Classic and 1998 lines in the U.S. with exclusive tins, fresh packs, and a new limited-edition Wonders Collection debuting August 2025.
- [Casa Carrillo Expands Encore Black Line with New Bulwarks Vitola](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-expands-encore-black-line-with-new-bulwarks-vitola/) - Casa Carrillo expands the Encore Black line with the new 6 x 58 Bulwarks vitola, debuting July 26 and shipping in limited quantities to select retailers.
- [Patina and Viso Horny Collaborate on Limited-Edition “Verdigris” Robusto](https://premiumcigars.org/patina-and-viso-horny-collaborate-on-limited-edition-verdigris-robusto/) - Patina Cigars and Viso Horny release Verdigris, a limited-edition 5 x 52 robusto handcrafted at NACSA with Ecuadorian Habano and Sumatra tobaccos.
- [CAO Launches Arcana Stokk](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-launches-arcana-stokk/) - CAO introduces Arcana Stokk, a limited-edition cigar crafted with Peter Stokkebye that delivers a unique two-stage flavor experience, shipping now to retailers.
- [Remembering Heinrich Villiger: A Titan of the Premium Cigar Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/remembering-heinrich-villiger-a-titan-of-the-premium-cigar-industry/) - Heinrich Villiger, the longtime chairman of Villiger Söhne AG and a well-known figure in the premium cigar industry, has passed away at 95.
- [J.C. Newman Launches Diamond Crown Tampa Featuring Florida-Grown Tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-launches-diamond-crown-tampa-featuring-florida-grown-tobacco/) - J.C. Newman launches Diamond Crown Tampa—a Toro-sized, limited-edition cigar blended with Florida Sun Grown tobacco to honor Tampa’s legacy as Cigar City.
- [Cohiba Expands Portfolio with Rubicon: A Global Blend Rooted in Complexity and Balance](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-expands-portfolio-with-rubicon-a-global-blend-rooted-in-complexity-and-balance/) - Cohiba introduces Rubicon, a globally blended, medium-bodied cigar handcrafted in Honduras and set to ship to retailers in August 2025.
- [Alec Bradley Introduces Limited-Edition Kintsugi Wabi Sabi](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-introduces-limited-edition-kintsugi-wabi-sabi/) - Alec Bradley releases Kintsugi Wabi Sabi—a limited-edition, medium-bodied cigar handcrafted by AJ Fernandez that embraces authenticity and natural variation.
- [CAO Launches Surplus: Value-Driven Line Designed to Broaden Appeal](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-launches-surplus-value-driven-line-designed-to-broaden-appeal/) - CAO launches Surplus, a new budget-friendly line of handcrafted cigars in Shade, Maduro, and Sweet blends—designed to deliver quality at a competitive price point.
- [Montecristo Marks 90 Years with Limited-Edition Anniversary Release and Retail Event Tour](https://premiumcigars.org/montecristo-marks-90-years-with-limited-edition-anniversary-release-and-retail-event-tour/) - Montecristo celebrates 90 years with a limited-edition anniversary cigar crafted by Rafael Nodal and the Plasencia family—available to premium cigar retailers nationwide starting September 15, 2025.
- [Clover by Fiserv: The Smart POS Solution for Cigar Retailers and Lounges](https://premiumcigars.org/clover-by-fiserv-the-smart-pos-solution-for-cigar-retailers-and-lounges/) - Clover is more than just a POS system—it’s a complete business management solution tailored to the needs of premium cigar businesses. Learn how PCA members can save on this service.
- [New 2025 PCA Board Members](https://premiumcigars.org/new-2025-pca-board-members/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) highlights new and returning retailers and associate members joining the PCA Board in 2025.
- [One Big Beautiful Bill and its Impact on You](https://premiumcigars.org/one-big-beautiful-bill-and-its-impact-on-you/) - Discover how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act delivers tax breaks, regulatory relief, and labor stability that could give your cigar business a financial edge.
- [Stoic Cigars Introduces Equanimity](https://premiumcigars.org/stoic-cigars-introduces-equanimity/) - Stoic Cigars has launched Equanimity, its latest line of handcrafted premium cigars, inspired by the Stoic idea of maintaining a state of inner peace, undisturbed by eternal circumstances.
- [“VIP with Mechelle” Cigar Education Series Comes to the DMV This Summer](https://premiumcigars.org/vip-with-mechelle-cigar-education-series-comes-to-the-dmv-this-summer/) - Mechelle Merkerson, founder of Cigars with “M”, is bringing her signature “VIP with Mechelle” experience to the DMV starting July 10, 2025.
- [Klaas Kelner: In Pursuit of a Dream](https://premiumcigars.org/klaas-kelner-in-pursuit-of-a-dream/) - Klaas Kelner sets out other fulfill his goal of blending cigars with the ambitious launch of his factory, Kelner Cigars, S.A.S., in the Dominican Republic.
- [The Blend Review: Big Sky Madison Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-review-big-sky-madison-toro/) - PCA The Magazine reviews Big Sky Cigar's Madison Toro, a premium cigar with a Mexican San Andres wrapper that is handcrafted in Nicaragua and available since 2020.
- [Five Questions: Nirka Reyes Estrella, De Los Reyes Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-nirka-reyes-estrella-de-los-reyes-cigars/) - An interview with Nirka Reyes Estrella, president of De Los Reyes Cigars and the Saga premium cigar brand on the Dominican cigar industry, best advice, and life beyond cigars.
- [Aganorsa Leaf: Love of the Leaf](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-love-of-the-leaf/) - As Aganorsa Leaf celebrates a milestone anniversary, the company shares how much of its success lies in the quality of the tobacco it grows and rolls into its premium cigars.
- [The Blend Review: Escobar Cigars Habano Robusto](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-review-escobar-cigars-habano-robusto/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) reviews Escobar Cigar's Habano Robusto, a premium cigar crafted at Tabacalera Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua.
- [Black Label Trading Company Ships Eletto to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-company-ships-eletto-to-retailers/) - Nicaraguan factory Fabrica Oveja Negra has announced two new releases: Eletto from Black Label Trading Company (BLTC) and Tooth and Bear from Black Works Studio.
- [Chillin' Moose Ships New Toro Sampler Pack to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/chillin-moose-ships-new-toro-sampler-pack-to-retailers/) - Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) has announced the release of the Chillin' Moose Toro Sampler Five-Pack, featuring three of the premium cigar brand's signature blends.
- [Drew Estate's S.T. Dupont Liga Privada Collection Now Includes Rare Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estates-s-t-dupont-liga-privada-collection-now-includes-rare-cigars/) - Drew Estate's S.T. Dupont Liga Privada Collection, due out this summer, now comes with an optional addition of rare cigars previously exclusively released during the Savage Fest.
- [Beats and Blends: The Story Behind Escobar Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/beats-and-blends-the-story-behind-escobar-cigars/) - With co-owner Nas, Escobar Cigars is bringing hip-hop swagger to premium cigars. Here's how Escobar pays focuses on modernity while paying homage to the artistry of cigars.
- [What We're Smoking: Black Star Line Lalibela Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-black-star-line-lalibela-toro/) - Josh Malone, a tobacconist at Third Street Cigar in Waterville, Ohio, reviews Black Star Line Cigar's Lalibela Toro for the latest issue of PCA The Magazine.
- [Casa Carrillo Ships E.P. Carrillo Connecticut](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-ships-e-p-carrillo-connecticut/) - Casa Carrillo, a leading cigar manufacturer in the Dominican Republic, has released the fourth blend within its Essence Series, the E.P. Carrillo Connecticut.
- [La Aurora to Release La Aurora 120 Aniversario Lancero](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-to-release-la-aurora-120-aniversario-lancero/) - This summer, La Aurora will release a Lancero size of its all-Dominican 120 Aniversario premium cigar, previously exclusively available in a lancero collection.
- [Davidoff Reports Strong 2024 Despite Economic Challenges ](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-reports-strong-2024-despite-economic-challenges/) - Oettinger Davidoff reports steady growth in 2024, driven by brand discipline, global retail expansion, and strategic production planning amid challenging luxury market conditions.
- [Punch Knuckle Buster Stubby 6-Pack Ships in July](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-knuckle-buster-stubby-6-pack-ships-in-july/) - This July, Punch Cigars will release a humidification pack sampler called the Knuckle Buster Stubby Pack, containing six cigars presented in a 4 1/2 x 60 Stubby vitola.
- [Crowned Heads' Las Calaveras EL 2025 Shipping in July](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-las-calaveras-el-2025-shipping-in-july/) - This July, Crowned Heads will ship the eleventh edition of its Las Calaveras line, the Las Calaveras LE 2025, featuring a Mexican San Andrés wrapper for the first time in seven years.
- [Casa Carrillo Ships Pledge of Allegiance 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-ships-pledge-of-allegiance-2025/) - Inspired by the American dream and the personal experiences of cigar maker Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, Casa Carrillo's 2025 Pledge of Allegiance is now whipping to retailers.
- [Louisiana Passes Cigar Tax Cap Legislation](https://premiumcigars.org/louisiana-passes-cigar-tax-cap-legislation/) - The state of Louisiana passes a new fifty-cent tax cap, introduced in H.B. 325, that will take effect January 1, 2026. The proposal passed the Louisiana House of Representatives and state Senate.
- [Hoyo de Monterrey Shade Ships to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/hoyo-de-monterrey-shade-ships-to-retailers/) - Hoyo de Monterrey Shade, the third release within Hoyo de Monterrey's lineup, is a Honduran puro made at Estelí's HATSA factory, is shipping now to tobacco retailers.
- [CAO Introduces Compact Amazon Basin Daggers](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-introduces-compact-amazon-basin-daggers/) - CAO is expanding its limited-edition Amazon Basin premium cigar line with the release of a compact, conveniently-sized 4 x 38 'Daggers' size available in limited quantities.
- [Cohiba Cigars Readies 2025 Spectre Release](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-cigars-readies-2025-spectre-release/) - General Cigar Co., a part of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG), has announced the upcoming release of the Cohiba Spectre 2025, due to ship to retailers in mid June 2025.
- [PCA Tariff Bulletin](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-tariff-bulletin/) - In a new resource document, the Premium Cigar Association addresses the concerns held by its members in understanding the current situation with tariff increases.
- [New Member Highlight: Black River Tobacco Co., Dunn, North Carolina](https://premiumcigars.org/new-member-highlight-black-river-tobacco-co-dunn-north-carolina/) - Black River Tobacco Co., a tobacconist in Dunn, North Carolina, began as a a mobile event company before opening a brick-and-mortar location in October of 2024.
- [Powstanie Ships SBC24 to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-ships-sbc24-to-retailers/) - Powstanie Cigars has begun shipping the limited-production premium cigar Powstanie SBC24 to retailers after debuting and taking orders for it at PCA25 in New Orleans.
- [West Tampa Tobacco Company Ships Dark Time](https://premiumcigars.org/west-tampa-tobacco-company-ships-dark-time/) - West Tampa Tobacco Company is now shipping its limited edition premium cigar, Dark Time, to tobacco retailers in the U.S. and soon to international markets.
- [George Rico of Gran Habano Appointed to the PCA Board of Directors](https://premiumcigars.org/george-rico-of-gran-habano-appointed-to-the-pca-board-of-directors/) - George Rico, owner of Gran Habano Cigars, has been appointed to the PCA Board of Directors, filling a vacancy left by Max Bichler, formerly of Rocky Patel Premium Cigars.
- [Outcast Cigars Begins Shipping to Retailers After PCA25 Debut](https://premiumcigars.org/outcast-cigars-begins-shipping-to-retailers-after-pca25-debut/) - Outcast Cigars, a new premium cigar brand introduced by Miami Cigar & Co. at the PCA25 trade show in New Orleans, is now shipping to tobacco retailers.
- [La Aurora Cigars Celebrates Miami Distribution Center and Mural Unveiling](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-cigars-celebrates-miami-distribution-center-and-mural-unveiling/) - On June 10, 2025, La Aurora Cigars celebrated the opening of a new distribution center in Miami and a mural collaboration in Little Havana at Neptune Cigars.
- [Raíces Cubanas Gets German Distribution](https://premiumcigars.org/raices-cubanas-gets-german-distribution/) - Raíces Cubanas has partnered with VCF/Woermann Cigars, a distribution partnership that will bring Raíces Cubanas' premium cigars to Germany.
- [Hutch Humidor Contributes $2K to PCA Advocacy Efforts](https://premiumcigars.org/hutch-humidor-contributes-2k-to-pca-advocacy-efforts/) - Hutch Humidor, located in Hutchinson, Kansas, recently donated $2,000 in support of the Premium Cigar Association's (PCA) ongoing advocacy efforts.
- [Big Sky Cigar Co.: Telling the Montana Cigar Story](https://premiumcigars.org/big-sky-cigar-co-telling-the-montana-cigar-story/) - One may not think of Montana as being a major hub for the premium cigar world but Big Sky Cigars, founded by Jess Coleman and Brandon Marsh, is hoping to change that.
- [PCA and CAA Commission Study on Tax Cap Policies](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-caa-commission-study-on-tax-cap-policies/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Association of America (CAA) are collaborating on a national study of cigar tax cap policies enacted and planned throughout the nation.
- [Smoke, Lies, and Government Overreach: The Truth About the War on Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/smoke-lies-and-government-overreach-the-truth-about-the-war-on-premium-cigars/) - Misinformation drives new attacks on premium cigars in Louisiana and Detroit. Learn the truth behind the data why the PCA defends adult freedom and small business.
- [What We're Smoking: H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-h-upmann-by-aj-fernandez-toro/) - Cigar: H. Upmann by AJ FernandezSize: ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Appearance & AromaThe gorgeous blue and gold band is only the first in a list of amazing qualities this cigar has to offer. There are hints of oak and pepper, but nothing overpowering that might turn off a smoker. The Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper
- [Member Benefits: Continuing Education Opportunities](https://premiumcigars.org/member-benefits-continuing-education-opportunities/) - Current members of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) can take advantage of member-only discounts on educational training courses from Tobacconist University and The Cigar Academy.
- [PCA Retailer & Manufacturer Survey, Quarter 1, 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-retailer-manufacturer-survey-quarter-1-2025/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) surveyed 136 of its members to see how premium tobacco retailers and manufacturers fared during the 2024 holiday season and the challenges they face now.
- [The Cigar Women Who Lead](https://premiumcigars.org/the-cigar-women-who-lead/) - Teresa Wessling of Georgetown Tobacco & Pipes in Washington D.C., the co-chair of the Women of PCA, on the group's work and the role of women in the premium cigar industry.
- [Seize the Day: Keeping Pipe Smoking Alive](https://premiumcigars.org/seize-the-day-keeping-pipe-smoking-alive/) - The recent acquisition of pipe tobacco manufacturer Sutliff Tobacco Co. serves as a reminder for pipe smokers to stock up on their favorite blends and familiarize themselves with newer releases.
- [The Villainous Archetypes](https://premiumcigars.org/the-villainous-archetypes/) - Learn about the different types of customers your business may engage with and gentle suggestions to limit the distraction that they impose.
- [Scandinavian Tobacco Group Reports Q1 2025 Results and Updates Forecasts for the Year](https://premiumcigars.org/scandinavian-tobacco-group-reports-q1-2025-results-and-updates-forecasts-for-the-year/) - In its Q1 report, STG cites U.S. cigar sales softness, new import tariffs, and currency shifts as reasons for a more cautious forecast—while still investing in retail growth and factory upgrades.
- [Exceeding Expectations Year Round](https://premiumcigars.org/exceeding-expectations-year-round/) - Joshua Habursky, executive director of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), talks about the association's successful PCA25 trade show and various new projects and initiatives to come.
- [Business Strong: Don’t Let an Unexpected Event Sink Your Business](https://premiumcigars.org/business-strong-dont-let-an-unexpected-event-sink-your-business/) - Enhancing practices that promote resiliency can position your business to withstand adversity. Here's how to ensure your business withstands its next big challenge.
- [U.S. District Court Rules Against General Cigar Co. in Ongoing Cohiba Dispute](https://premiumcigars.org/u-s-district-court-rules-against-general-cigar-co-in-ongoing-cohiba-dispute/) - On May 7, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ruled in favor of Cubatabaco in the litigation filed by General Cigar Co., Inc. over the Cohiba trademark.
- [Mark Ryan, 69, of Daughters & Ryan, passed away on May 5, 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/mark-ryan-69-of-daughters-ryan-passed-away-on-may-5-2025/) - Mark Ryan, founder of Daughters & Ryan and owner of L.A. Poche Perique Tobacco Company in Convent, Louisiana, passed away on May 5, 2025, at the age of 69.
- [From Vengeance to Veinte: Kristoff Cigars Celebrates 20th Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/from-vengeance-to-veinte-kristoff-cigars-celebrates-20th-anniversary/) - Kristoff Cigars' Glen Case can look back on the last two decades of his premium cigar brand with a feeling of true satisfaction.
- [Meerapfel's Création Liberté 2025 to Support PCA's Advocacy Efforts ](https://premiumcigars.org/meerapfels-creation-liberte-2025-to-support-pcas-advocacy-efforts/) - At this year's Premium Cigar Association trade show in New Orleans, Meerapfel Cigars revealed details of the Création Liberté 2025, benefiting PCA's advocacy efforts.
- [Romeo y Julieta Unveils 2025 Run for the Roses Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/romeo-y-julieta-unveils-2025-run-for-the-roses-limited-edition/) - Altadis U.S.A. has released the Romeo y Julieta Run for the Roses 2025 Limited Edition, a release that celebrates 150 years of cigars and 151 years of the Kentucky Derby.
- [Mr. Punch's Wieners Shipping in May 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/mr-punchs-wieners-shipping-in-may-2025/) - In time for Father's Day 2025, Punch is out with a new cigar, Mr. Punch's Wieners, a limited-edition 6 x 50 double-headed parejo that can be lit from either end.
- [Cohiba Riviera Toro Tubo Shipping in May](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-riviera-toro-tubo-shipping-in-may/) - The Cohiba Riviera Toro Tubo is a full-time addition hat will be offered in a 6 1/2 x 52 box-pressed Toro format with each cigar having a suggested retail price of $24.99.
- [Limited-Edition Macanudo Gold Label Torpedo Releasing in May](https://premiumcigars.org/limited-edition-macanudo-gold-label-torpedo-releasing-in-may/) - Macanudo Gold Label, a cigar featuring a Connecticut Shade Capa Especial wrapper, is back–but this time as a limited-edition 6 1/2 x 52 torpedo, this May.
- [Alec Bradley Debuts Do Not Disturb, New Black Market Sizes, at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/alec-bradley-debuts-do-not-disturb-new-black-market-sizes-at-pca25/) - At this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans, Alec Bradley debuted a new brand, Do Not Disturb, and new sizes for its popular Black Market line.
- [Apostate Cigars to Join Oveja Negra Brands this June](https://premiumcigars.org/apostate-cigars-to-join-oveja-negra-brands-this-june/) - This June, Apostate Cigars has announced that it will become part of Oveja Negra Brands, a Nicaraguan premium cigar distribution company behind Black Label Trading Co.
- [Kafie 1901 Cigars to Launches Stiltsville at PCA 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/kafie-1901-cigars-to-launches-stiltsville-at-pca-2025/) - Kafie 1901 Cigars has announced the upcoming release of Stiltsville, an ultra-limited blend crafted at La Aurora Cigars in the Dominican Republic, set to come out this fall.
- [Bocock Brothers Cigars to Launch Mississippi State Cigar Line in May ](https://premiumcigars.org/bocock-brothers-cigars-to-launch-mississippi-state-cigar-line-in-may/) - Bocock Brothers Premium Cigars has launched Mississippi State Cigar Line, a new exclusive premium cigar line that honors the university's baseball program and Coach Ron Polk.
- [Room101 Unveils Limited-Edition Anniversary Humidor at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-unveils-limited-edition-anniversary-humidor-at-pca25/) - In celebration of its 15th anniversary, Room101 has unveiled the limited-edition Anniversary Humidor, containing 126 cigars in total (21 from each Anniversary release).
- [Room101 to Release Johnny Tobacconaut 10th Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-to-release-johnny-tobacconaut-10th-anniversary/) - Room101 has announced the upcoming release of the Johnny Tobacconaut 10th Anniversary, a limited-edition full-bodied smoke made by AJ Fernandez in Nicaragua.
- [Diesel Founder’s Collection Raceking Coming in May ](https://premiumcigars.org/diesel-founders-collection-raceking-coming-in-may/) - Diesel Founder's Collection Raceking is a premium cigar inspired by the legacies of Kentucky bourbon-making and horse racing and is the fifth collaboration with Rabbit Hole.
- [Indiana’s HB1001: A Betrayal of Pro-Growth Principles ](https://premiumcigars.org/indianas-hb1001-a-betrayal-of-pro-growth-principles/) - Indiana’s new state budget quietly imposes a devastating tax hike on premium cigars threatening small, family-owned businesses, betraying pro-business principles.
- [E.P. Carrillo Rebrands to Casa Carrillo](https://premiumcigars.org/e-p-carrillo-rebrands-to-casa-carrillo/) - E.P. Carrillo, an award-winning premium cigar brand, has been rebranded to Casa Carrillo to unite its various business units under one name and vision.
- [The Premium Cigar Association Closes Out a Successful PCA25 Trade Show; Reveals Dates for 2026-2029 Trade Shows ](https://premiumcigars.org/the-premium-cigar-association-closes-out-a-successful-pca25-trade-show-reveals-dates-for-2026-2029-trade-shows/) - The PCA25 trade show was held in New Orleans from April 11-14, 2025 and featured engaging seminars, memorable networking opportunities, and big product launches.
- [Plasencia Cigars Introduces Alma del Cielo at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-introduces-alma-del-cielo-at-pca25/) - At this year's PCA25 trade show in New Orleans, Plasencia Cigars introduced a new ultra-premium cigar known as Alma del Cielo, made with tobacco grown at a high elevation.
- [Premium Cigar Association Announces the 2025 Best of the Leaf Awards Winners](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-announces-the-2025-best-of-the-leaf-awards-winners/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announces the winners of the 2025 Best of the Leaf Awards, honoring premium retail tobacconist industry across the country and overseas.
- [PCA25: Note from the President](https://premiumcigars.org/pca25-note-from-the-president/) - Scott Regina, owner of Emerson's Cigars and current president of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) welcomes members to this year's PCA25 trade show in New Orleans.
- [PCA25: Welcome to New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/pca25-welcome-to-new-orleans/) - Joshua Habursky, Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), welcomes association members to the PCA25 Trade Show in New Orleans, Louisiana.
- [Where to Smoke: New Orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/where-to-smoke-new-orleans/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) provides a guide to where to smoke while in New Orleans for this year's PCA trade show and cigar-friendly restaurants.
- [Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Unveils 2025 Releases Ahead of 10-Year Milestone](https://premiumcigars.org/dunbarton-tobacco-trust-unveils-2025-releases-ahead-of-10-year-milestone/) - Ahead of celebrating its 10th anniversary, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust has announced a number of new releases for PCA25, including new cigars and samplers.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Expands The Wise Man Portfolio with Corojo and Maduro Lancero Vitolas](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-expands-the-wise-man-portfolio-with-corojo-and-maduro-lancero-vitolas/) - Foundation Cigar Company is expanding The Wiseman by adding two new formats: a 7 x 40 he Wise Man Corojo Lancero and The Wise Man Maduro Lancero.
- [Espinosa Cigars Unveils 601 La Bomba Warhead 11 in Bold New Figurado Format](https://premiumcigars.org/espinosa-cigars-unveils-601-la-bomba-warhead-11-in-bold-new-figurado-format/) - Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced the upcoming release of its 601 La Bomba Warhead 11, the eleventh installment in the brand’s highly anticipated, limited-edition Warhead series.
- [Espinosa Cigars Expands Knuckle Sandwich Line with All-Nicaraguan Puro](https://premiumcigars.org/espinosa-cigars-expands-knuckle-sandwich-line-with-all-nicaraguan-puro/) - Espinosa Premium Cigars is expanding its Knuckle Sandwich premium cigar line with the new addition of a Nicaraguan puro, shipping soon after the PCA25 trade show.
- [E.P. Carrillo Expands Essence Series with New Connecticut Blend](https://premiumcigars.org/e-p-carrillo-expands-essence-series-with-new-connecticut-blend/) - E.P. Carrillo is preparing to release the next cigar within its Essence Series, the Essence Connecticut, developed at the Agroindustrias DIADEMA factory in Honduras.
- [La Flor Dominicana Reimagines Suave for PCA 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/la-flor-dominicana-reimagines-suave-for-pca-2025/) - For this year's PCA25 trade show, La Flor Dominicana is releasing a re-imagined version of its Dominican Premium Line cigar known as Suave, a medium-bodied smoke.
- [AJ Fernandez to Release New World Decenio at PCA25 ](https://premiumcigars.org/aj-fernandez-to-release-new-world-decenio-at-pca25/) - At PCA25 in New Orleans, AJ Fernandez will release New World Decenio, a new full-time addition that celebrates the 10th anniversary of the New World premium cigar line.
- [Emilio Cigars Limited Edition Static Releasing at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/emilio-cigars-limited-edition-static-releasing-at-pca25/) - At the PCA25 trade show, Emilio Cigars will release the new Limited Edition Static, a bold, spice-forward premium cigar handcrafted in Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra.
- [Espinosa Cigars Unveils Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special 2025 Ahead of PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/espinosa-cigars-unveils-knuckle-sandwich-chef-special-2025-ahead-of-pca/) - In collaboration with Guy Fieri, Espsinoa Premium Cigars has announced the latest limited-edition release of Knuckle Sandwich Chef Special 2025, a bold and complex premium cigar.
- [La Aurora to Debut Fuerte Sol at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-to-debut-fuerte-sol-at-pca25/) - La Aurora cigars will debut its latest premium cigar, Fuerte Sol–the First Edition of the Family Creed Series–at the PCA 2025 trade show in New Orleans.
- [E.P. Carrillo to Debut La Historia Silk at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/e-p-carrillo-to-debut-la-historia-silk-at-pca25/) - E.P. Carrillo's upcoming release, La Historia Silk, is a tribute to the women who have inspired, supported, and defined E.P. Carrillo's journey personally and professionally.
- [Dominican Cigar Expo 2025 Reaffirms the Global Reach of Dominican Tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/dominican-cigar-expo-2025-reaffirms-the-global-reach-of-dominican-tobacco/) - From April 25-27, 2025, the Dominican Association of Cigars and Tobacco (ADOCITAB) will hold the Dominican Cigar Expo at Parque Central of Santiago de los Caballeros.
- [Cuban Creations: The French Quarter's Cigar Bar](https://premiumcigars.org/cuban-creations-the-french-quarters-cigar-bar/) - New Orleans' cigar tradition helps define Cuban Creations, a great cigar bar located in the Big Easy's historic French Quarter.
- [Taking it Easy in The Big Easy](https://premiumcigars.org/taking-it-easy-in-the-big-easy/) - Ahead of the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, the PCA offers a glimpse of New Orleans and some of its attractions to make your visit memorable.
- [Outcast Cigars to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/outcast-cigars-to-debut-at-pca25/) - Miami Cigar & Co. has announced the launch of a new premium cigar brand, Outcast Cigars, inspired by those with a rebellious spirit and an eye for the uncommon.
- [Perdomo Cigars Announces Upcoming Perdomo Legacy Release](https://premiumcigars.org/perdomo-cigars-announces-upcoming-perdomo-legacy-release/) - Perdomo Cigars has announced the upcoming release of the Perdomo Legacy, a new cigar line blended by Nicholas Perdomo III to honor his father, Nick Perdomo Jr.
- [Plasencia Cigars to Debut New 5-Pack Series at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-to-debut-new-5-pack-series-at-pca25/) - Plasencia Cigars has announced the upcoming release of a new series of 5-packs featuring select vitolas from its acclaimed Alma Fuerte and Alma del Campo collections.
- [Tobacco Tactical and E.P. Carrillo Announce Exclusive Essence Series Hondurans Collaboration ](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacco-tactical-and-e-p-carrillo-announce-exclusive-essence-series-hondurans-collaboration/) - Tobacco Tactical Cigar Co. is partnering with E.P. Carrillo for a special release–an exclusive 5 1/2 x 53 vitola of the Essence Series Honduras, due out in April 2025.
- [Espinosa Cigars Unveils Warhead: Independence Day Limited Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/espinosa-cigars-unveils-warhead-independence-day-limited-edition/) - Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced the upcoming release of The Warhead: Independence Day, a striking new limited-edition release and the company's first promotional item.
- [Montosa Introduces Gigante Size in Natural and Maduro](https://premiumcigars.org/montosa-introduces-gigante-size-in-natural-and-maduro/) - Arnold André's premium cigar line Montosa will release a new size at PCA25: the Montosa Gigante, a generous 6 x 60 vitola offered in both Natural and Maduro blends.
- [Plasencia Cigars Introduces Alma Fuerte Sixto I Hexagon Tubo at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-introduces-alma-fuerte-sixto-i-hexagon-tubo-at-pca25/) - Plasencia's Alma Fuerte Sixto I Hexagon will debut in a new sleek, hexagon-shaped tubo, set to debut at this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show.
- [Raíces Cubanas to release Liga de Reyes Limited Edition Salomón at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/raices-cubanas-to-release-liga-de-reyes-limited-edition-salomon-at-pca25/) - At this year's Premium Cigar Association trade show, Raíces Cubana is introducing a limited edition extension to its Liga de Reyes line: the Liga de Reyes Salomón.
- [Limited Edition Bandolero Series C Ashtray Set to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/limited-edition-bandolero-series-c-ashtray-set-to-debut-at-pca25/) - United Cigars will debut the new Limited Edition Bandolero Series C Colosales Ashtray Set at this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans.
- [Fire Damages AJ Fernandez Factory in Estelí; Industry Responds ](https://premiumcigars.org/fire-damages-aj-fernandez-factory-in-esteli-industry-responds/) - On March 31, 2025, a fire broke out at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua S.A., one of the most prominent factories in the premium cigar world.
- [Crowned Heads Broadway Debuting at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-broadway-debuting-at-pca25/) - At PCA25, Crowned Heads will introduce a new cigar brand, Crowned Heads Broadway, inspired by Broadleaf wrapper leaf and Nashville, Tennessee's Broadway district.
- [Black Label Trading Co. to Release New Toros at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-to-release-new-toros-at-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association trade show, Black Label Trading Company will release new 6 x 50 Toro sizes of its Royalty, Lawless, and Last Rites premium cigars.
- [Luciano and EMT Announce Launch of Constella Group and New Cigar ](https://premiumcigars.org/luciano-and-emt-announce-launch-of-constella-group-and-new-cigar/) - Lucianao Cigars and Empress Madeirense de Tabacos SA (EMT) have teamed up to create Constella Group. This new platform brings together premium cigar manufacturing, distribution, regulatory compliance, and tobacco trade across continents.
- [League of Fat Bastards to Launch Skinny Bastarda at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/league-of-fat-bastards-to-launch-skinny-bastarda-at-pca25/) - League of Fat Bastards (LOFB) Cigars and Quesada Cigars have teamed up for Skinny Bastarda, a premium cigar crafted by women for women set to debut at PCA25.
- [Black Works Studio Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with New Collection](https://premiumcigars.org/black-works-studio-celebrates-10-year-anniversary-with-new-collection/) - To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Black Works Studio will release a limited-edition 21-cigar collection called BLK WKS BOOMBOX, set to debut at PCA25 trade show.
- [Cavalier Genève to Release Project Broadleaf at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneve-to-release-project-broadleaf-at-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association trade show, Cavalier Genève will debut its new cigar line, Project Broadleaf, and Limited Edition 2025 LE2025.
- [Fratello's Arlequin Edizione Di Carnevale Debuting at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/fratellos-arlequin-edizione-di-carnevale-debuting-at-pca25/) - At PCA25, Fratello Cigars will release Arlequin Edizione Di Carnevale, a combo-style box containing 10 Arlequin and 10 Arlequin Connecticut cigars in a new 7 x 50 box-pressed vitola.
- [HVC Cigars Unveils HVC Edicion Especial 2015](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-cigars-unveils-hvc-edicion-especial-2015/) - HVC Cigars is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the upcoming PCA25 release of HVC Edicion Especial 2015, a cigar with a San Andrés Maduro wrapper.
- [CAO to Ship FASA Sombra in April 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/cao-to-ship-fasa-sombra-in-april-2025/) - CAO is releasing FASA Sombra, a smooth, shade-grown complement to FASA Sol and FASA Noche, and the third release within the FASA premium cigar line.
- [PCA Member Update: Addressing U.S. Tariff Measures](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-member-update-addressing-u-s-tariff-measures/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) addresses the new trade policy announced by the Trump Administration that will see tariffs impacting cigar-producing countries.
- [Cigar Tourism: A Celebration of Craft, Culture and Commerce](https://premiumcigars.org/cigar-tourism-a-celebration-of-craft-culture-and-commerce/) - Cigar tourism is more than a trend—it’s a movement. Here's why and how a cigar factory or festivals can connect you to the craft, culture, and community of premium cigars.
- [Habana Port: Smoking in The Big Easy](https://premiumcigars.org/habana-port-smoking-in-the-big-easy/) - An interview with Luis Molina, owner of Habana Port Cigar Merchants, a tobacconist based in Metairie, Louisiana.
- [Premium Cigar Association Releases New Digital Editions of Publications](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-releases-new-digital-editions-of-publications/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announces the launch of digital editions of its publications including PCA The Magazine, PCA The Almanac, and the annual Attendee Guide.
- [Foundation Cigar Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Limited-Edition Aniversario Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-company-celebrates-10th-anniversary-with-limited-edition-aniversario-cigar/) - Foundation Cigar Company's 10-Year Anniversario, due out later this year, is a special cigar crafted to commemorate the company's first decade of making premium cigars.
- [JRE Readies Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva for PCA25 ](https://premiumcigars.org/jre-readies-aladino-85-anniversario-reserva-for-pca25/) - JRE Tobacco's Julio Eiroa will release the new regular production Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva premium cigar at this year's PCA25 trade show in New Orleans.
- [OZ Family Cigars Introducing New Brand Karatoba at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/oz-family-cigars-introducing-new-brand-karatoba-at-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans, OZ Family Cigars will debut a new premium cigar brand, Karatoba, its strongest cigar yet.
- [Fratello Oro Fresh Pack Set to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-oro-fresh-pack-set-to-debut-at-pca25/) - Fratello Cigars will debut its latest sampler fresh pack, the Oro Toro Fresh Pack, at the PCA25 trade show along with the new Concealed Carry Bootlegger premium cigar.
- [C.L.E. Maduro to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/c-l-e-maduro-to-debut-at-pca25/) - At this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans, C.L.E. Cigar Company will release the new C.L.E. Maduro, a cigar made with a Mexican San Andrés wrapper.
- [Hiram & Solomon Ship The Patriot and High Twelve](https://premiumcigars.org/hiram-solomon-ship-the-patriot-and-high-twelve/) - Hiram & Solomon are shipping two new releases to retailers: The Patriot and the limited-edition High Twelve, with a portion of proceeds going toward charitable causes.
- [Villiger Cigars' 1888 Gran Reserva and La Capitana Coming to PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/villiger-cigars-1888-gran-reserva-and-la-capitana-coming-to-pca25/) - Villiger Cigars will showcase two new releases at this year's PCA25 trade show in New Orleans: the limited-edition Villiger 1888 Gran Reserva and the revamped La Capitana.
- [Limited Edition Trinidad Espiritu Miami Releasing in April 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/limited-edition-trinidad-espiritu-miami-releasing-in-april-2025/) - This April, Altadis U.S.A. will release the limited-edition Trinidad Espiritu Miami, a cigar made by AJ Fernandez featuring a blend of Nicaraguan tobacco and bright packaging.
- [Rocky Patel's Thirtieth Anniversary to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/rocky-patels-thirtieth-anniversary-to-debut-at-pca25/) - In celebration of its milestone anniversary, Rocky Patel Premium Cigars will release the Thirtieth Anniversary cigar at this year's PCA25 trade show in New Orleans.
- [Crowned Heads' Blood Medicine LE 2025 Returns in New Sizes ](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-blood-medicine-le-2025-returns-in-new-sizes/) - Crowned Heads is releasing three new sizes for this year's Blood Medicine Limited Edition 2025 cigar and is expected to begin shipping to retail at the end of March 2025.
- [Aganorsa Leaf to Debut New JFR and Supreme Leaf Cigars at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-to-debut-new-jfr-and-supreme-leaf-cigars-at-pca25/) - Aganorsa Leaf has announced two new cigar releases that will debut during this year's PCA25 trade show: the JFR 20th Anniversary and the Supreme Leaf Gran Toro.
- [S.T. Dupont and OpusX Collaboration Unveiling Planned for PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/s-t-dupont-and-opusx-collaboration-unveiling-planned-for-pca25/) - S.T. Dupont and Fuente's OpusX tease a new collaboration that will be unveiled at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA25) trade show in New Orleans on April 12, 2025.
- [Apostate Cigars Releasing The Eight Witnesses Collection at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/apostate-cigars-releasing-the-eight-witnesses-collection-at-pca25/) - Apostate Cigars will release The Eight Witnesses, a collection of the company's eight blends presented in a 4 ½ x 44 corona size, at the PCA25 trade show in New Orleans.
- [La Aurora USA and PCA Partner on PCA Alliance Exclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-usa-and-pca-partner-on-pca-alliance-exclusive/) - La Aurora USA and the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) have teamed up for the limited release of Small Batch No. 7, a PCA Alliance exclusive that will be available at PCA25 in New Orleans.
- [Black Label Trading Co.: The Courage to be Different](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-the-courage-to-be-different/) - Turning heads since its inception, Black Label Trading Company and its founders, James and Angela Brown, is still pushing the boundaries in the premium cigar world.
- [Women of PCA: To Empower ... and to Thrive](https://premiumcigars.org/women-of-pca-to-empower-and-to-thrive/) - Women of PCA's Kathleen Kelly shares a story of perseverance and how it has made her even more successful as a businesswoman working in the premium tobacco industry.
- [PCA Announces Winners of 2025 Step Up Awards Honoring Advocacy Champions](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-winners-of-2025-step-up-awards-honoring-advocacy-champions/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announces the honorees for the 2025 Step Up Awards, recognizing premium tobacco advocacy champions and their accomplishments.
- [Procigar 2025: The Start of Something New ](https://premiumcigars.org/procigar-2025-the-start-of-something-new/) - The 2025 Procigar Festival ushered in a number of changes from new members, new leaders, and a new chapter for the Dominican Republic's cigar industry.
- [Davidoff Readies 10th Anniversary AVO Syncro Nicaragua and Escurio ](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-readies-10th-anniversary-avo-syncro-nicaragua-and-escurio/) - To celebrate the 10th anniversary of some of its brands, Davidoff Cigars will release the 10th Anniversary AVO Syncro Nicaragua and 10th Anniversary Escurio in April 2025.
- [H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Heritage Finca Providencia Debuting at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/h-upmann-by-aj-fernandez-heritage-finca-providencia-debuting-at-pca25/) - The limited-edition H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Heritage Finca Providencia is a premium cigar made entirely of tobacco grown at the La Providencia farm in Estelí, Nicaragua.
- [Nodal and AJ Fernandez Team Up for Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Concerto](https://premiumcigars.org/nodal-and-aj-fernandez-team-up-for-aging-room-quattro-nicaragua-concerto/) - Rafael Nodal, vice president of product capability and co-owner of Aging Room Cigars, and AJ Fernandez team up for the new Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Concerto.
- [La Aurora Preferidos Hors d'Age 2024 Releasing at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-preferidos-hors-dage-2024-releasing-at-pca25/) - At this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, La Aurora Cigars will release the limited edition Preferidos Hors d'Age 2024, blended with aged tobacco.
- [Five Questions: Enrique Seijas, Matilde Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-enrique-seijas-matilde-cigars/) - Enrique Seijas, co-founder of Matilde Cigars, shares how he got his start in the premium cigar industry, Matilde's origin story, and what's new for his growing brand.
- [Jeremy Fondi Named National Sales Director for Casa 1910](https://premiumcigars.org/jeremy-fondi-named-national-sales-director-for-casa-1910/) - Casa 1910 has named Jeremy Fondi, a cigar industry professional with over 20 years of experience, as its new national sales director.
- [Powstanie to Release Grand Perfecto 2025 War Bear at PCA25 ](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-to-release-grand-perfecto-2025-war-bear-at-pca25/) - Powstanie Cigars will release the limited-edition barber pole Grand Perfecto 2025 War Bear and SBC24 at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans.
- [Micallef Cigars Expands Color Series with New Micallef Purple](https://premiumcigars.org/micallef-cigars-expands-color-series-with-new-micallef-purple/) - Micallef Cigars expands its Color Series, a line of affordable premium cigars made with high-quality tobacco, with the recent release of the Micallef Purple.
- [Warped to Debut Corto Maduro at PCA25 ](https://premiumcigars.org/warped-to-debut-corto-maduro-at-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans, Warped will debut its new Corto Maduro, a full-bodied smoke with abundant Medio Tiempo tobacco.
- [Tatuaje to Debut New Fausto Sizes at PCA26](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-to-debut-new-fausto-sizes-at-pca26/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, Tatuaje Cigars will release two new sizes of its Fausto cigar, a 4 3/8 x 60 FT110 and a 7 3/8 x 60 FT187.
- [Black Star Line Cigars Brings Meadowood MLK to PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/black-star-line-cigars-brings-meadowood-mlk-to-pca25/) - Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. and the tobacco farm he once worked on, Black Star Line Cigars's new Meadowood MLK premium cigar will debut at PCA25 in April.
- [Valentino Siesto Cigars Announces 2025 PCA Exclusive Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/valentino-siesto-cigars-announces-2025-pca-exclusive-cigar/) - At April's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, Valentino Siesto Cigars will release its first PCA Exclusive cigar, the Robusto Connecticut PCA Edition.
- [El Septimo's Doble Gran Reserva to Debut at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/el-septimos-doble-gran-reserva-to-debut-at-pca25/) - To celebrate its 20th anniversary, El Septimo Cigars is readying the release of its limited-edition Doble Gran Reserva, set to debut at PCA25 in New Orleans.
- [Karen Berger's Ixtelli Debuting at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/karen-bergers-ixtelli-debuting-at-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA25) trade show in New Orleans, Karen Berger Cigars will introduce a new cigar named Ixtelli, a premium cigar made entirely of Nicaraguan tobacco.
- [Supporting Cigars for Warriors: A Vital Mission for Our Heroes](https://premiumcigars.org/supporting-cigars-for-warriors-a-vital-mission-for-our-heroes/) - Support deployed military members with Operation: Cigars for Warriors, a non-profit that delivers premium cigars to combat zones as gesture of appreciation and comfort to our troops.
- [Eddy Guerra Joins La Flor Dominicana](https://premiumcigars.org/eddy-guerra-joins-la-flor-dominicana/) - Eddy Guerra has been named as the new vice president of marketing and brand development at La Flor Dominicana, a premium cigar brand based in the Dominican Republic.
- [A Linear Approach to Customer Creation](https://premiumcigars.org/a-linear-approach-to-customer-creation/) - In his latest column for PCA The Magazine, tobacconist Josh Evarts outlines three phases of consumer engagement that every small business owner needs to consider.
- [Chateau Diadem to make U.S. Debut at PCA25 Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/chateau-diadem-to-make-u-s-debut-at-pca25-trade-show/) - Chateau Diadem is making its U.S. debut at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA25) trade show in New Orleans with the debut of Certitude, a premium cigar made in the Dominican Republic.
- [J.C. Newman Launches Tampa Smokers Cigars at Tampa Baseball Museum](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-launches-tampa-smokers-cigars-at-tampa-baseball-museum/) - J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has made the news with the launch of its new Tampa Smokers cigars and a sold-out event held at the Tampa Baseball Museum in February 2025.
- [Natura Tobacco's Fifth Anniversary and Altura Second Harvest Coming to PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/natura-tobaccos-fifth-anniversary-and-altura-second-harvest-coming-to-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans, Natura Tobacco & Cigar Company will debut the new Fifth Anniversary and Altura Second Harvest premium cigars.
- [Stoic Cigars Bringing "Stoic" to PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/stoic-cigars-bringing-stoic-to-pca25/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA25) trade show in New Orleans, Stoic Cigars will be offering its initial blend, Stoic, for sale to attending tobacconists.
- [Scandinavian Tobacco Group's 2024 Report: Key Takeaways for Premium Cigar Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/scandinavian-tobacco-groups-2024-report-key-takeaways-for-premium-cigar-retailers/) - Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) has released its 2024 financial report, noting steady growth overall despite shifting consumer buying preferences and category dips.
- [ADVentura Captain's Collection, Blue Eyed Jack's Special Edition Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/adventura-captains-collection-blue-eyed-jacks-special-edition-announced/) - At the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA25) trade show in New Orleans, ADVentura Cigars will release a special collection of its cigars and a new Maduro version of a previous release.
- [Eladio Diaz 72nd Anniversary North & South Edition Debuting at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/eladio-diaz-72nd-anniversary-north-south-edition-debuting-at-pca25/) - At the PCA25 trade show in New Orleans April 11-14, Arango Cigar Co. will debut the new Eladio Diaz 72nd Anniversary North & South Edition blended with special Dominican-grown tobacco.
- [Kristoff Cigars to Launch Exclusive Cigar at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/kristoff-cigars-to-launch-exclusive-cigar-at-pca25/) - Kristoff Cigars will launch the Kristoff Signature Series 2025 PCA Exclusive, featuring a Mexican San Andrés wrapper, at the 2025 PCA trade show in New Orleans, April 11-14, 2025.
- [Macanudo Emissary France Ships to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-emissary-france-ships-to-retailers/) - Macanudo Cigar ships its new Macanudo Emissary France, a premium cigar blended with tobaccos cultivated in France's Mugron River Valley.
- [New Montecristo White Series Diadema Shipping in April](https://premiumcigars.org/new-montecristo-white-series-diadema-shipping-in-april/) - In April 2025, Altadis U.S.A. will ship a 6 x 52 Montecristo White Series Diadema, featuring an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and a suggested retail price of $22.50 per cigar.
- [PCA and HumidifGroup Collaborate on "The Cloakroom"](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-humidifgroup-collaborate-on-the-cloakroom/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and HumidifGroup announce The Cloakroom, a limited edition luxury humidor that will be auctioned to members of the PCA in 2025.
- [What We're Smoking: Casa de Sueños El Soñador Salomon](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-casa-de-suenos-el-sonador-salomon/) - Gary Cruice, a tobacconist at Bailey's Cigar Room in Carencro, Louisiana, reviews Casa de Sueños's El Soñador Salomon.
- [Edward Bello Named CEO of Plasencia Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/edward-bello-named-ceo-of-plasencia-cigars/) - Edward "Ed" Bello has been named the new CEO of Plasencia Cigars, succeeding current CEO Jim Young, effective April 1, 2025.
- [The Epicenter of the Premium Cigar Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/the-epicenter-of-the-premium-cigar-industry/) - Joshua Habursky, executive director of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), offers a spring update for the association including a preview of the PCA25 trade show in New Orleans.
- [Cohiba Readies Serie M Reserva Azul for Release](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-readies-serie-m-reserva-azul-for-release/) - Cohiba readies the fifth release in its Serie M collection, the Reserva Azul, a premium cigar handcrafted by artisans from El Titan de Bronze in Little Havana, Florida.
- [Crowned Heads Announces Limited Edition Juárez Bulldozer LE 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-announces-limited-edition-juarez-bulldozer-le-2025/) - For the first time in three years, Crowned Heads is releasing a limited edition Juárez Bulldozer 2025 set to hit store shelves in March 2025.
- [Hiram & Solomon Releases the High Twelve](https://premiumcigars.org/hiram-solomon-releases-the-high-twelve/) - Hiram & Solomon releases High Twelve, a new limited-edition cigar dedicated to honoring M.W. J. Eugene Margroff, the Grand Master of the Masons for the state of New Jersey.
- [United Cigars's Gold Star Goes into Regular Production](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigarss-gold-star-goes-into-regular-production/) - United Cigars is bringing back Gold Star, a cigar line first introduced in 1995 and brought back in 2024 as a limited edition, as a regular production line set for release in March 2025.
- [New M by Macanudo Cigars Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/new-m-by-macanudo-cigars-announced/) - Macanudo Cigars is expanding its flavored-infused cigar line, M by Macanudo, with three new expressions–Irish Cream, Vanilla Bourbon, and Honey–set to ship in March 2025.
- [Emanuele Uccellini Named New Head of Davidoff of Geneva USA](https://premiumcigars.org/emanuele-uccellini-named-new-head-of-davidoff-of-geneva-usa/) - Emanuele Uccellini has been named the new general manager and president of Davidoff of Geneva USA, effective March 3, 2025, succeeding Dylan Austin who left the position in 2024.
- [Topper Cigars 1894: 130 Years in the Making](https://premiumcigars.org/topper-cigars-1894-130-years-in-the-making/) - The latest premium cigar release from Topper Cigars comes after the discovery of a letter that makes the company one of the oldest cigar businesses in the U.S.
- [The Victory Cigar: A Timeless Tradition of Triumph](https://premiumcigars.org/the-victory-cigar-a-timeless-tradition-of-triumph/) - Despite changing times, the "victory" cigar remains as meaningful as ever. Learn how premium cigars have become a tradition for celebrating milestones and big achievements.
- [Premium Cigar Association Announces the 2025 Best of the Leaf Awards Finalists](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-announces-the-2025-best-of-the-leaf-awards-finalists/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) reveals the nominees for the 2025 Best of the Leaf Awards, showcasing the premium tobacco retail industry in the U.S. and beyond.
- [How to Improve Your Store’s Public Relations Strategy ](https://premiumcigars.org/how-to-improve-your-stores-public-relations-strategy/) - Creativas Group Public Relations & Branding's Gabriel Pineres offers some public relations tips on how to grow your store's profile without the stress.
- [Rob Maneson Out at LOFB](https://premiumcigars.org/rob-maneson-out-at-lofb/) - League of Fat Bastards (LOFB) has announced the resignation of Rob Maneson, its president of the U.S.A. and Americas.
- [Black Label Trading Co. Ships Super Deluxe ](https://premiumcigars.org/black-label-trading-co-ships-super-deluxe/) - Black Label Trading Co. has announced the return of the Super Deluxe, a limited edition cigar with a Mexican San Andrés wrapper and Nicaraguan filler.
- [Ferio Tego Adds Canada Distribution ](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-adds-canada-distribution/) - Ferio Tego has announced a new distribution partnership with Kretek International Canada, bringing its premium cigar products to Canadian tobacconists.
- [Artesano Del Tobacco Announces El Pulpo The Eel](https://premiumcigars.org/artesano-del-tobacco-announces-el-pulpo-the-eel/) - Artesano del Tobacco is expanding its El Pupo cigar line with the addition of The Eel, a 7 x 38 lancero size due out in February 2025.
- [Carmelo Anthony and Kingmakers Team Up for Versa](https://premiumcigars.org/carmelo-anthony-and-kingmakers-team-up-for-versa/) - In its latest celebrity collaboration, Kingmakers Cigars has collaborated with NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony on Versa, a new premium cigar.
- [Jaime-Flórez Estrada Joins Global Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/jaime-florez-estrada-joins-global-premium-cigars/) - Jaime-Flórez Estrada, a longtime cigar-industry professional with executive-level experience working with companies like Royal Agio Cigars and Drew Estate, joins Global Premium Cigars.
- [Georgetown Tobacco Celebrates 60 Years in the Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/georgetown-tobacco-celebrates-60-years-in-the-industry/) - Georgetown Tobacco's David Berkebile has seen a lot in 60 years of retailing, but he's influenced even more.
- [Drunk Chicken to Release The Henchman at PCA25](https://premiumcigars.org/drunk-chicken-to-release-the-henchman-at-pca25/) - Drunk Chicken Cigars is releasing The Henchman, a new premium cigar blended to embody power and loyalty with an unexpected edge, at this year's Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show in New Orleans. "Like a true henchman, this cigar is unexpectedly bold, loyal to its purpose, and unwavering in its power," said Desiree Sylver, founder
- [La Aurora Ships Small Batch Lot No. 006 Ambassador ](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-ships-small-batch-lot-no-006-ambassador/) - 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.
- [Romeo y Julieta Celebrates 150th Anniversary ](https://premiumcigars.org/romeo-y-julieta-celebrates-150th-anniversary/) - Romeo y Julieta is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2025 with a special premium cigar release that will debut at Procigar 2025 and ship after the PCA25 trade show.
- [Powstanie Cigars Announces New Powstanie San Andrés ](https://premiumcigars.org/powstanie-cigars-announces-new-powstanie-san-andres/) - The Powstanie San Andrés, made in Estelí, Nicaragua, is handcrafted at the Nica Sueño factory and serves as a follow-up to the previously released Powstanie Connecticut.
- [Punch Releases Bottle Rocket for the Chinese New Year](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-releases-bottle-rocket-for-the-chinese-new-year/) - Punch Cigars is once again celebrating the Lunar New Year with another limited-edition release: the 4 ½ x 50 Punch Bottle Rocket, handmade in Honduras.
- [Chillin’ Moose Too Toro Ships to Retail](https://premiumcigars.org/chillin-moose-too-toro-ships-to-retail/) - Chillin’ Moose Too’s line is expanding with the addition of a 6 x 52 Toro, an affordable, high-quality premium cigar available to ship to retailers now.
- [Drew Estate Releases Liga Privada Único Serie Year of the Snake in Asian Market ](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-releases-liga-privada-unico-serie-year-of-the-snake-in-asian-market/) - In collaboration with CoH Cigars in Hong Kong, Drew Estate has announced the release of the limited-edition Liga Privada Único Serie Year of the Snake in the Asian market.
- [PCA Goes to Nicaragua: A Look Back at Puro Sabor 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-goes-to-nicaragua-a-look-back-at-puro-sabor-2025/) - Several PCA staffers made the trip to Nicaragua for the 2025 Puro Sabor Festival, an annual event that celebrates the cigar culture and industry within Nicaragua.
- [Davidoff of Geneva Since 1911’s Madison Ave. Store Getting a Makeover ](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-of-geneva-since-1911s-madison-ave-store-getting-a-makeover/) - Davidoff of Geneva Since 1911 has announced that its Madison Avenue store located in New York City is receiving a makeover and will re-open in Spring 2025.
- [Room101 15th Anniversary Shipping in February ](https://premiumcigars.org/room101-15th-anniversary-shipping-in-february/) - Room101's popular Anniversary series continues with a new release: a limited-edition 15th Anniversary cigar blended by Matt Booth and AJ Fernandez.
- [El Rey del Mundo Adds Churchill Size ](https://premiumcigars.org/el-rey-del-mundo-adds-churchill-size/) - El Rey del Mundo is expanding its Shade Grown line with the addition of a new regular Churchill size, in addition to the previously released Robusto and Toro sizes.
- [PCA Retailer Member Survey Results (2024)](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-retailer-member-survey-results-2024/) - We asked, you answered. Check out our end-of-the-year retail member survey covering the year's top-selling brands, biggest challenges, and key performance indicators.
- [Fratello to Launch New Camo Fresh Pack ](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-to-launch-new-camo-fresh-pack/) - In mid-April 2025, Fratello Cigars will begin shipping its new Camo Fresh Pack containing a Camo Blue, Camo Rosso, Camo Verde, and Camo Sweet premium cigar.
- [Michael Giannini Joins Perdomo Cigars' Sales and Marketing Team](https://premiumcigars.org/michael-giannini-joins-perdomo-cigars-sales-and-marketing-team/) - Perdomo Cigars has announced that longtime cigar industry professional Michael Giannini will join its sales and marketing team.
- [Maya Selva Cigars Celebrates 30th Anniversary and New Factory Opening ](https://premiumcigars.org/maya-selva-cigars-celebrates-30th-anniversary-and-new-factory-opening/) - Maya Selva is celebrating the 30th anniversary of her premium cigar brand with the opening of her new cigar factory, Fabrica de Puros MSC, located in Danlí, Honduras.
- [United Cigar Group Announces Micallef Black Firecracker ](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigar-group-announces-micallef-black-firecracker/) - United Cigar Group is teaming up with Micallef Cigars for the limited-edition Micallef Black Firecracker, a new premium cigar due out in June 2025.
- [Miami Cigar & Co. Ships Tatiana Toros ](https://premiumcigars.org/miami-cigar-co-ships-tatiana-toros/) - Miami Cigar & Co. has begun shipping its Tatiana Toros, a 6 x 54 Toro size of its Tatiana Groovy Blue, Chocolate, and Vanilla blends.
- [Crowned Heads’ Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2025 Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-four-kicks-mule-kick-le-2025-announced/) - Crowned Heads has announced the release of its first limited edition of 2025, the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2025, handcrafted in the Dominican Republic at Casa Carrillo.
- [United Cigar Group and J.C. Newman Team up for Cameroon Firecracker ](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigar-group-and-j-c-newman-team-up-for-cameroon-firecracker/) - In August 2025, United Cigar Group will release Cameroon Firecracker by J.C. Newman, a limited-edition cigar featuring a Cameroon wrapper.
- [Ferio Tego Shipping Small Metropolitan Petites in February ](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-shipping-small-metropolitan-petites-in-february/) - Ferio Tego is expanding its Metropolitan Selection with the addition of Metropolitan Petities, a trio of handmade cigars presented in a smaller, more convenient size.
- [Save Time and Money on PCA Travel](https://premiumcigars.org/save-time-and-money-on-pca-travel/) - Those attending the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show can save time and money by booking their flights and hotel early and making plans for where to smoke.
- [New Orleans PCA After Hours Events Announced ](https://premiumcigars.org/new-orleans-pca-after-hours-events-announced/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) will host several PCA After Hours events at Mannings and Cuban Creations during the New Orleans PCA25 trade show.
- [Appeals Court Upholds Premium Cigar Exemption](https://premiumcigars.org/appeals-court-upholds-vacatur-of-fda-regulation-on-premium-cigar-industry/) - The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit upheld the vacatur of the deeming rule for premium cigars, preventing the FDA from attempting to regulate the industry.
- [Detroit Metropolitan Airport’s New Cigar Lounge: A Win for Travelers and the Economy](https://premiumcigars.org/detroit-metropolitan-airports-new-cigar-lounge-a-win-for-travelers-and-the-economy/) - Detroit’s decision to introduce a premium cigar lounge aligns with a global trend in major international airports.
- [PCA Applauds FDA's Withdrawl of Flavored Cigar Ban](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-applauds-fdas-withdrawl-of-flavored-cigar-ban/) - The PCA commends the recent decision by the FDA to withdraw its proposed Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars rule.
- [PCA25 Key Sponsors Revealed](https://premiumcigars.org/pca25-key-sponsors-revealed/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA), the leading authority in advocacy for specialty tobacco retailers, is pleased to announce a number of key sponsors of its upcoming trade show. Held in New Orleans from April 11-14, 2025, the PCA25 international trade show and convention will bring together professionals from the premium tobacco industry for four days
- [The Wizard of Oz: OZ Family Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/the-wizard-of-oz-oz-family-cigars/) - Tim Ozgener reflects on his family's history in the cigar industry and shares excitement for his latest venture, OZ Family Cigars.
- [State Advocacy 2025 Outlook](https://premiumcigars.org/state-advocacy-2025-outlook/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) provides a regional outlook on legislative and regulatory challenges, along with the association's strategic priorities to safeguard our industry.
- [PCA Launches New Website](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-new-website/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has launched a redesigned website with improved navigation, content-focused design, and better mobile experience.
- [Casablanca Cigar Bar, Other Retailers Dig Out from Hurricane Helene](https://premiumcigars.org/casablanca-cigar-bar-other-retailers-dig-out-from-hurricane-helene/) - Casablanca Cigar Bar and other retailers in western North Carolina continue to rebuild after the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene.
- [JM Tobacco: Crafting Affordable Luxury for the Everyday Aficionado](https://premiumcigars.org/jm-tobacco-crafting-affordable-luxury-for-the-everyday-aficionado/) - A gift of a cigar led Anto Mahroukian to launch JM Tobacco, a premium cigar manufacturer setting out to make cigars affordable for the everyday consumer.
- [La Aurora Relaunches La Aurora 100 Años in the U.S.](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-relaunches-la-aurora-100-anos-in-the-u-s/) - La Aurora USA is relaunching the La Aurora 100 Años in the U.S. with a new box design. The 100 Años premium cigar was first launched in 2003 to celebrate 100 years of La Aurora's superior tobacco production and cigar excellence. The new packaging highlights the cigar's legacy and the iconic La Aurora brand. The La Aurora USA is relaunching the La Aurora 100 Años in the U.S. with a new box design, set to ship in February 2025.
- [Landmark Hospitality Launches Stork Club Cigar Lounge Membership Program](https://premiumcigars.org/landmark-hospitality-launches-stork-club-cigar-lounge-membership-program/) - Since its launch in 1929, the Stork Club has become synonymous with high society, elegance, and the golden age of New York City nightlife. Considered "the place to see and be seen" by many, the Stork Club has welcomed many socialites, celebrities, and world leaders who continue to make it an iconic venue in New Landmark Hospitality launches Stork Club Cigar Lounge membership program and exclusive Stork Club No. 53 premium cigar by Kingmakers.
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- [Update from the Executive Director: Fall 2024/Winter 2025 Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/update-from-the-executive-director-fall-2024-winter-2025-edition/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] The PCA is under construction. In September, the PCA board of directors and staff hosted their bi-annual meeting in Washington, D.C., in an office that was literally under construction, getting much-needed updates to accommodate larger events,
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- [50 Years of Quesada Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/50-years-of-quesada-cigars/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” content_last_edited=”on|desktop” sticky_enabled=”0″ content_tablet=”In Manuel Quesada’s words, “A good cigar is one that gives you pleasure; the one that in every puff gives you the enjoyment of a good moment.” With
- [The Blend: Kingmakers Cigars’ Kelsey Plum Signature Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-kingmakers-cigars-kelsey-plum-signature-toro/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_testimonial _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ body_font_size=”18px” body_line_height=”1.4em” author_font_size=”17px” author_line_height=”1em” company_line_height=”1em” company_font_size=”1px” position_font_size=”1px”]“Celebrate the wins in life with those who are there every step of the way.” – Kelsey Plum[/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″
- [A Legendary Collaboration: Principle Cigars’ Boy Band Vol. 1](https://premiumcigars.org/a-legendary-collaboration-principle-cigars-boy-band-vol-1/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]When it comes to premium cigars, the word “legendary” isn’t thrown around lightly. But Principle Cigars’ latest release, Boy Band Vol. 1: Legendary, truly earns its name. This
- [Key Takeaways from Scandinavian Tobacco Group’s Q3 2024 Report](https://premiumcigars.org/key-takeaways-from-scandinavian-tobacco-groups-q3-2024-report/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” text_text_color=”#000000″ sticky_enabled=”0″]The recent Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) quarter 3 2024 report offers some intriguing insights into premium tobacco retailers. Here’s a breakdown of the highlights of STG’s recent Q3 report
- [Gurkha Releases Patriotic-Themed Volition America Cigar Line](https://premiumcigars.org/gurkha-releases-patriotic-themed-volition-america-cigar-line/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Gurkha Cigar Group has shared details on its latest premium cigar collection, Volition America by Gurkha Cigars. This new cigar line is crafted to honor and support those who serve
- [Davidoff Ships Year of the Snake Collection to Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-ships-year-of-the-snake-collection-to-retailers/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Davidoff is continuing its popular Chinese Zodiac series with the release of Year of the Snake Lancero. Davidoff’s Chinese Zodiac series began back in 2013 and completed its first full-run
- [Aganorsa Leaf’s 25 Edición Limitada Coming in 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leafs-25-edicion-limitada-coming-in-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Aganorsa Leaf is releasing an ultra-limited edition Nicaraguan puro. Blended entirely with Aganorsa-grown tobacco, this 6 1/4 x 52 premium cigar–named the Aganorsa Leaf
- [Plasencia Cigars Announces Collection Robustus](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-announces-collection-robustus/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Plasencia Cigars has released the Collection Robustus, a new 6-cigar collection that includes Plasencia’s award-winning robusto blends. This collection comes wrapped in holiday-themed packaging, making it a great gift for
- [Ferio Tego Launches Timeless Collection and Metropolitan Selection Fresh Packs](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-launches-timeless-collection-and-metropolitan-selection-fresh-packs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Ferio Tego has added two new premium fresh packs to its portfolio in time for the 2024 holiday season. These fresh packs are manufactured by Humidif Group and feature an
- [PCA and Laws Whiskey House Announce Barrel Pick Collaboration](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-laws-whiskey-house-announce-barrel-pick-collaboration/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has collaborated with Laws Whiskey House for the limited-run PCA Laws Madeira Cask Bourbon. This release is the first of what will be an annual barrel pick release from the PCA, available on a first-come, first-serve basis to those who make a recommended $200 contribution to PCA’s Industry Defense Fund. “We
- [Limited Edition Macanudo Emissary España Torpedo Ships to Retail](https://premiumcigars.org/imited-edition-macanudo-emissary-espana-torpedo-ships-to-retail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]A new limited-edition cigar is being added to the Macanudo Emissary España line. This limited-edition cigar, a box-pressed torpedo measuring 6 x 52, features rare tobaccos grown 5-10 years ago. “For the
- [Punch Holiday 4-Pack Gift Set Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/punch-holiday-4-pack-gift-set-announced/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Just in time for the 2024 holiday season, Punch Cigars has announced a new limited-edition gift set that will begin shipping to retailers in October 2024. Each set comes with four Punch
- [Fratello Releases Concealed Carry Speakeasy ](https://premiumcigars.org/fratello-releases-concealed-carry-speakeasy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The third release within Fratello Cigars’s Concealed Carry series is now shipping to select retailers. The cigar is named after hidden bars where forbidden pleasures, such as cigars and spirits,
- [Atabey Ritos Gift Set from Selected Tobacco Ships ](https://premiumcigars.org/atabey-ritos-gift-set-from-selected-tobacco-ships/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]United Cigars is now shipping its Atabey Ritos Gift Set to retailers. This limited-edition set includes five Atabey Ritos cigars measuring 6 1/8 x 55 in tubes and a porcelain
- [La Aurora Cigars Announces Limited Edition Lancero Collection ](https://premiumcigars.org/la-aurora-cigars-announces-limited-edition-lancero-collection/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]La Aurora USA is releasing a unique collection of cigars in time for the holiday season. The Limited Edition Lancero Collection features ten cigars rolled in one of the most challenging formats,
- [Cohiba Releases Cigar Aged in Weller Full Proof Bourbon Barrels](https://premiumcigars.org/cohiba-releases-cigar-aged-in-weller-full-proof-bourbon-barrels/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Cohiba and Weller Bourbon have teamed up once again for a new release, its collaborative cigar. The fourth cigar in the line, the Weller by Cohiba 2024, is a medium-to-full-bodied premium smoke with balanced
- [Macanudo Completes Flint Knoll Collection with Estate Reserve No. 3 Release](https://premiumcigars.org/macanudo-completes-flint-knoll-collection-with-estate-reserve-no-3-release/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Macanudo Cigars is closing out its third and final Flint Knoll release, with one final release featuring tobacco aged in Cabernet barrels. The Macanudo Estate Reserve Flint Knoll is a
- [La Gloria Cubana Ships Limited Edition Selección Suprema Sampler ](https://premiumcigars.org/la-gloria-cubana-ships-limited-edition-seleccion-suprema-sampler/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]La Gloria Cubana is now shipping the limited edition Selección Suprema, a sampler containing six of the brand’s highest-rated blends. Each sampler offers cigar enthusiasts the opportunity to experience different tobacco state
- [Apostate Cigars Ships its Latest Core Releases ](https://premiumcigars.org/apostate-cigars-ships-its-latest-core-releases/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Apostate Cigars is now shipping two of its latest releases, Moroni’s Trumpet and The Endowment. These premium cigars were introduced at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show this
- [Tatuaje Ships Wolfman Redux to Retailers ](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-ships-wolfman-redux-to-retailers/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]As part of its Redux Monsters series, Tatuaje Cigars is now shipping the fourth release, Tatuaje Wolfman. Presented as a box-pressed 7 1/2 x 52 cigar with a shaggy foot,
- [Black Works Studio Ships Intergalactic Event Horizon](https://premiumcigars.org/black-works-studio-ships-intergalactic-event-horizon/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Black Works Studio is now shipping the Intergalactic Event Horizon, a limited-edition premium cigar handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. In a press release, Black Label Trading
- [Litto Gomez Jr. Named VP of Retail Partnerships and Sales at La Flor Dominicana](https://premiumcigars.org/litto-gomez-jr-named-vp-of-retail-partnerships-and-sales-at-la-flor-dominicana/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Following the recent departure of La Flor Dominicana’s former Vice President of Sales, Jonathan M. Carney, the company has named his replacement. In a communication shared with tobacco retailers, La Flor Dominicana
- [PCA’s 2024 Fall Fundraiser Raises Nearly $40K for Ongoing Advocacy Efforts](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-2024-fall-fundraiser-raises-nearly-40k-for-ongoing-advocacy-efforts/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) held its annual Fall Fundraiser on the evening of September 25, 2024. The event was held on the rooftop of Don Tito in Arlington, Virginia,
- [J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Releases New Size of Julius Caesar](https://premiumcigars.org/j-c-newman-cigar-co-releases-new-size-of-julius-caesar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] J.C. Newman has introduced a new size to its popular Diamond Crown Julius Caesar line. The Troublemaker is a 5 3/4 x 52 soft perfecto packaged in leather boxes
- [Gurkha Ships Year of the Dragon by Oscar Valladares ](https://premiumcigars.org/gurkha-ships-year-of-the-dragon-by-oscar-valladares/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]After debuting at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA24) trade show this past March, Gurkha Cigars is shipping the fourth and final installment in its Year of the Dragon series:
- [Plasencia Cigars Celebrates Don Nestor Plasencia’s 75th Birthday](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-celebrates-don-nestor-plasencias-75th-birthday/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Plasencia Cigars celebrated the 75th birthday of Don Néstor Plasencia on Oct. 8, 2024. For six decades, Don Néstor Plasencia has become a monumental figure in the premium tobacco industry following
- [Ferio Tego Timeless Collection Adds New Toro Size](https://premiumcigars.org/ferio-tego-timeless-collection-adds-new-toro-size/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_5_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [United Cigars Ships Byron 20th Century Habaneros Gift Set](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigars-ships-byron-20th-century-habaneros-gift-set/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_5_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [Aladino Limited Edition Returns to Store Shelves ](https://premiumcigars.org/aladino-limited-edition-returns-to-store-shelves/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]After being released in limited quantities in 2023, the Aladino Limited Edition is heading back to store shelves this November. This cigar was inspired by Julio R. Eiroa’s fascination and
- [Foundation Cigar Co. Ships 2024 Tabernacle Knight Commander](https://premiumcigars.org/foundation-cigar-co-ships-2024-tabernacle-knight-commander/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_5_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [Les Fines Lames Introduces RAW Aluminum and Obsidian Ashtrays ](https://premiumcigars.org/les-fines-lames-introduces-raw-aluminum-and-obsidian-ashtrays/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_5_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [Country Music’s Midland and Kingmakers Cigars Team Up for Palomino Longneck](https://premiumcigars.org/country-musics-midland-and-kingmakers-cigars-team-up-for-palomino-longneck/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [Davidoff Oro Blanco Special Reserve 111 Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/davidoff-oro-blanco-special-reserve-111-announced/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”2em” text_orientation=”justified” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_text_align=”justify” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_3_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_4_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_5_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_6_2_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_2_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_3_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_4_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_5_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_6_2_font_size_phone=”34px” header_2_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_3_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_4_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_6_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_3_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_4_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_5_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_6_3_font_size_tablet=”34px” header_2_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_3_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_4_3_font_size_phone=”28px” header_5_3_font_size_phone=”28px”
- [Crowned Heads’s Belgian Blue LE 2024 Heading to Retail in November](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-headss-belgian-blue-le-2024-heading-to-retail-in-november/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Crowned Heads is adding a new brand to its portfolio. The company has announced the upcoming release of Belgian Blue LE 2024, named after a breed of cattle from Belgium
- [PCA Alliance Launched to Support Ongoing Advocacy Efforts across U.S](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-alliance-launched-to-support-ongoing-advocacy-efforts-across-u-s/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has announced a new level way for non-tobacco businesses and consumers to support the association and its advocacy work. The new PCA Alliance program is
- [2025 Crystal Ball: PCA Prepares for State Legislative Sessions](https://premiumcigars.org/2025-crystal-ball-pca-prepares-for-state-legislative-sessions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]It’s that time of year. Pumpkins, holidays, leaves changing, and…the filing of a few hundred pieces of legislation that could impact the premium cigar and pipe industry. The Premium Cigar
- [The Fuente The OpusX Society Cigar Officially Launches at Special Miami Event](https://premiumcigars.org/the-fuente-the-opusx-society-cigar-officially-launches-at-special-miami-event/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]After being teased during the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, Manny Iriarte Enterprises launched the Fuente OpusX Society Cigar during an exclusive event at Tabacon Cigar Lounge in Miami,
- [The PCA and The Cigar Academy Announce New Education-Focused Partnership ](https://premiumcigars.org/the-pca-and-the-cigar-academy-announce-new-education-focused-partnership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and The Cigar Academy (thecigaracademy.com) announced a strategic partnership to offer comprehensive educational programs and certifications for cigar industry professionals and enthusiasts. This collaboration
- [Curivari Ships Buenaventura Favoritos to Retail](https://premiumcigars.org/curivari-ships-buenaventura-favoritos-to-retail/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Three new Buenaventura cigars, made by Curivari, have begun shipping to retailers. These new Buenaventura cigars are part of Curivari’s sub-brand, Favoritos, and feature three wrapper options. This cigar was
- [Vicente Blends Ships The Sleeks ](https://premiumcigars.org/vicente-blends-ships-the-sleeks/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Vicente Blends has launched its latest cigar line, The Sleeks. This new ultra-premium cigar line is available in three different wrapper options: Connecticut (Sleek White), Dominican Criollo (Sleek Gold), and
- [Drew Estate’s Sweet Jane Limited Edition Día de los Muertos Arrives in Stores](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estates-sweet-jane-limited-edition-dia-de-los-muertos-arrives-in-stores/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]A limited-edition Drew Estate Deadwood Tobacco Co. Sweet Jane has returned to store shelves. The Día de los Muertos cigar is inspired by the Day of the Dead. This Mexican
- [HVC Cigars Readies Black Friday DE HVC 2024](https://premiumcigars.org/hvc-cigars-readies-black-friday-de-hvc-2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]HVC Cigars is prepping the 2024 release of its Black Friday premium cigar. The Black Friday DE HVC 2024 is made at Fabricas de Tobacos HVC, S.A. and will have
- [Drew Estate to Release New Gordo-Sized Broadleaf Nica Rustica](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-to-release-new-gordo-sized-broadleaf-nica-rustica/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Drew Estate is expanding the Nica Rustica Broadleaf line with a new vitola–a 6 x 60 Gordo. The Nica Rustica Broadleaf is Drew Estate’s tribute to the people of Estelí,
- [Drew Estate Releases Deadwood Tobacco Co. “Girl With No Name” Lonsdale ](https://premiumcigars.org/drew-estate-releases-deadwood-tobacco-co-girl-with-no-name-lonsdale/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Drew Estate has revealed a new addition to its Deadwood Tobacco Co. line of premium cigars–a 7 x 44 ring gauge Lonsdale cigar named The Girl with No Name (GWNN).
- [E.P. Carrillo Unveils 15 Year Anniversary Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/e-p-carrillo-unveils-15-year-anniversary-cigar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]E.P. Carrillo has unveiled its 15 Year Anniversary Cigar to celebrate its 15th anniversary. This cigar features extra-aged tobaccos and is presented in a 6 1/2 x 54 Gran Toro
- [Quesada Unveils New Casa Magna Maduro ](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-unveils-new-casa-magna-maduro/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Quesada Cigars has released a new Casa Magna with a Maduro Mexican San Andrés wrapper. This new cigar debuted with an exclusive TAA (Tobacconist Association of America) size, a limited-edition
- [Cavalier Genève’s The Green Jacket 2025 Slated for March Release ](https://premiumcigars.org/cavalier-geneves-the-green-jacket-2025-slated-for-march-release/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Cavalier Genève has announced details for The Green Jacket 2025, a premium cigar previously released as an exclusive to The Vault in Idaho. The 2025 iteration of The Green Jacket
- [Partagas Announces New 4-Pack for Holiday 2025 Season ](https://premiumcigars.org/partagas-announces-new-4-pack-for-holiday-2025-season/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]In time for the 2025 holiday season, Partagas is releasing a limited-edition holiday pack including four Partagas cigars. Each pack, branded in a red and green color scheme, includes the
- [Casa 1910 Launches Mexigars Brand and Revamped Tierra Blanca](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-1910-launches-mexigars-brand-and-revamped-tierra-blanca/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Casa 1910 has launched a new brand, Mexigars. Mexigars is a new premium cigar brand crafted to highlight the excellence of Mexican tobacco craftsmanship to a wider audience at an
- [Stoic Cigars, Inspired by Ancient Philosophy, Launches ](https://premiumcigars.org/stoic-cigars-inspired-by-ancient-philosophy-launches/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]A new premium cigar line inspired by ancient philosophy will launch. Stoic Cigars, founded by Vance Taylor, draws inspiration from the tenets of stoicism. These cigars offer cigar enthusiasts a
- [José Seijas, Matilde Cigar Founder, Passes Away at 74](https://premiumcigars.org/jose-seijas-matilde-cigar-founder-passes-away-at-74/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]José M. Seijas, a cigar industry veteran and founder of Matilde Cigars, passed away at 74. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Seijas’ life was marked by a relentless pursuit
- [Quesada Cigars Changes Ownership](https://premiumcigars.org/quesada-cigars-changes-ownership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Quesada Cigars has new leadership at the top. It has been announced that sisters Raquel and Patrica Quesada Vega, daughters of Manuel “Manolo” Quesada, have become the new owners of
- [Eddy Guerra Resigns from Davidoff Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/eddy-guerra-resigns-from-davidoff-cigars/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Eddy Guerra, senior brand manager at Davidoff Cigars, has resigned from his position at the company. ”I am forever grateful for the opportunity to work with one of the most
- [Quartz Business Events and PCA Partner for New Cigar Trade Show in Dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/quartz-business-events-and-pca-partner-for-new-cigar-trade-show-in-dubai/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The World Cigar Show – Dubai will bring together manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, duty-free buyers, retailers, and hospitality buyers from across Central Asia, Dubai, and surrounding countries. [FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – London, U.K., Washington, D.C.] Quartz
- [Cigar Ambassador Launches Inaugural Line, Tobacco Queen](https://premiumcigars.org/cigar-ambassador-launches-inaugural-line-tobacco-queen/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Cigar Ambassador, one of the largest sellers of raw premium tobacco to the Asian market, has announced its introductory premium cigar brand, Tobacco Queen. This cigar pays tribute to
- [Casa Turrent Names Ricardo Carioni as its Head of Business Development](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-turrent-names-ricardo-carioni-as-its-head-of-business-development/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Casa Turrent, a leading premium cigar brand in Mexico, has appointed Ricardo Carioni has its new head of business development. Carioni will bring his experience to this position, supporting Casa
- [HumidifGroup and Kingmakers Cigars Partner for NASCAR Cup Series Humidor](https://premiumcigars.org/humidifgroup-and-kingmakers-cigars-partner-for-nascar-cup-series-humidor/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]HumidifGroup, a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of packaging and accessories for the cigar industry, has partnered with Kingmakers Cigars for a limited-edition humidor made for
- [Celebrating the Success of the Women of PCA Tampa Tour](https://premiumcigars.org/celebrating-the-success-of-the-women-of-pca-tampa-tour/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The Women of PCA Tampa Tour, held from November 11-13, 2024, was a remarkable event that brought together women from all facets of the premium cigar industry. This three-day experience highlighted the mission of Women of
- [Selim Hanono Returns to E.P. Carrillo as COO](https://premiumcigars.org/selim-hanono-returns-to-e-p-carrillo-as-coo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]E.P. Carrillo has a new–but familiar–chief operating officer. The company has announced the return of Selim Hanono as its new COO. In this role, Hanono will focus on maintaining E.P.
- [Kelsey Plum and Kingmakers Light Up Las Vegas](https://premiumcigars.org/kelsey-plum-and-kingmakers-light-up-las-vegas/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Kelsey Plum, WNBA All-Star and entrepreneur, recently teamed up with Kingmakers to host an unforgettable evening at Resorts World’s Eight Lounge in Las Vegas to announce that the Kelsey Plum
- [Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Opens New Academy of Arts](https://premiumcigars.org/cigar-family-charitable-foundation-opens-new-academy-of-arts/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The Cigar Family Charitable Foundation (CFCF) has opened a new Cigar Family Academy of Arts. This new center continues to fulfill the goal of the Fuente and Newman families–to provide
- [E.P. Carrillo Launches Endure](https://premiumcigars.org/e-p-carrillo-launches-endure/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]E.P. Carrillo’s latest release, Endure, is the first in the new Perez-Carrillo Premier Collection. This new blend celebrates the Perez-Carrillo family’s enduring legacies, resilience, heritage, and unwavering character. Endure highlights
- [Plasencia Cigars Unveils new El Año de la Culebra](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-cigars-unveils-new-el-ano-de-la-culebra/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Plasencia Cigars is celebrating the upcoming Chinese New Year with a new release. The El Año de la Culebra–Edición Limitada 2025 is the fifth limited edition release within Plasencia’s Chinese
- [Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Royal Perfecto Coming in 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/aganorsa-leaf-supreme-leaf-royal-perfecto-coming-in-2025/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Aganrosa Leaf’s Supreme Leaf line is expanding with another new release in early 2025. The company has announced the upcoming debut of a Royal Perfecto vitola measuring 5 1/2 x
- [Diesel Sideshow Sampler Ships in October](https://premiumcigars.org/diesel-sideshow-sampler-ships-in-october/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Post Body” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px||10px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px||22px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Fans of Diesel Cigars can enjoy several of the brand’s unique cigars in one sampler. The Diesel Sideshow Sampler is a limited-edition collection of seven unique cigars that have been
- [Global Trade Alert](https://premiumcigars.org/global-trade-alert/) - [Update – October 3, 2024] Joint Statement Regarding Master Contract: “The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. have reached a tentative agreement on wages and have agreed to extend the Master Contract until January 15, 2025, to return to the bargaining table to negotiate all other outstanding issues. Effective immediately, all current
- [New Certain Tobacco Age-of-Sale Requirements Go Into Effect](https://premiumcigars.org/new-certain-tobacco-age-of-sale-requirements-go-into-effect/) - September 30, 2024, marks the beginning of new certain tobacco age-of-sale requirements. As of this date, retailers must verify with a photo ID the age of anyone who is under the age of 30 who is trying to purchase tobacco and e-cigarette products. Before this rule, retailers were required to check the ID of anyone
- [PCA Recognized at 2024 Cigar Trophy Awards](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-recognized-at-2024-cigar-trophy-awards/) - As part of its annual Cigar Trophy Awards, Cigar Journal recognizes people or organizations for their special achievements in the promotion of cigar culture. At the 2024 Cigar Trophy Awards held during this year’s InterTabac conference in Dortmund, Germany, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) received this award. Joshua Habursky, executive director of the PCA, and
- [2023 Premium Cigar Association Year in Review](https://premiumcigars.org/2023-year-in-review/) - This past year was another terrific year in which we were able to utilize the momentum of the tremendous 2022 to propel our organization and the industry to a whole new level. As we look forward to 2024, and an unprecedented year of change and growth, let’s look back at some of the significant work
- [Tobacco 21 FAQs](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacco-21-faqs-2/) - Following up on our notice of the FDA’s move towards Tobacco 21, we have created a Frequently Asked Questions document to better assist retailers in this change. Additionally, we have provided a sample post document that can be used on social media and printed for use in retail stores to notify customers of the immediate
- [District Court Judge Throws Out Warning Labels for Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/district-court-judge-throws-out-warning-labels-for-premium-cigars-2/) - For Immediate Release — Today, United States District Court Judge, Amit Mehta, threw out the warning requirements for premium cigars contending that the FDA did not properly analyze the different usage patterns between premium cigars. The Court pointed to evidence that “premium cigars have different usage patterns than other cigar and tobacco products, they are almost
- [COVID-19 Advocacy and Resources](https://premiumcigars.org/covid-19-advocacy-and-resources-2/) - COVID-19 has impacted nearly all facets of the premium cigar world from our association including retailers, manufacturers, and consumers. PCA will continue to advocate on your behalf during this difficult time and is working tirelessly to seek economic relief measures with Congress and the Administration. PCA’s President John Anderson sent a letter on behalf of the association
- [PCA Advocacy & Cornavirus Update](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-advocacy-cornavirus-update/) - The CDC has recently updated it’s recommendations to no gatherings of 10 or more people, changed from 50 people yesterday. PCA recommends each retailer does what they feel best in the interest of the safety and health of their employees and their customers. As we stated yesterday, it is critical to follow the recommendations of
- [FDA’s Compliance Policy for Deemed Tobacco Products](https://premiumcigars.org/fdas-compliance-policy-for-deemed-tobacco-products/) - Over the past several weeks, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has received numerous questions from members about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) current compliance policy for the premarket review requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) as applied to deemed tobacco products, particularly premium cigars and pipe tobacco. The following update summarizes the current situation
- [PCA + CRA File Joint Petition for filing Substantial Equivalence Reports due to COVID-19](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-cra-file-joint-petition-for-filing-substantial-equivalence-reports-due-to-covid-19/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) filed a Joint Petition with several independent premium cigar manufacturers requesting that both the Secretary of Health and Human Services as well as the Commissioner of the FDA to enact a six month stay from the May 12th deadline for filing Substantial Equivalence Reports
- [US Senate Passes CARES Act](https://premiumcigars.org/us-senate-passes-cares-act/) - Late last night, the US Senate passed the CARES Act by a unanimous vote 96—0. This bill will now be considered by the House of Representatives before clearing Congress to the President’s desk for signature. The bill includes payments for millions of Americans, unemployment benefit expansions, and loans for struggling businesses. The total package is roughly $2 trillion
- [CARES Act Passes House & Heads to the President](https://premiumcigars.org/cares-act-passes-house-heads-to-the-president/) - Today, the House of Representatives passed a historic stimulus package known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security or “CARES” act, which contains an unprecedented $2.2 trillion in total financial relief for businesses, public institutions and individuals hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Senate passed the bill earlier this week and President Trump is
- [COVID-19 Update: Paycheck Protection Program & Treasury Tax Delay](https://premiumcigars.org/covid-19-update-paycheck-protection-program-treasury-tax-delay/) - Starting Friday, April 3rd, qualified businesses impacted by COVID-19 can apply for the Small Business Act Loan to cover payroll and other expenses. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) application and related guidance for lenders and borrowers can be found below: PPP Program Overview PPP Information for Lenders PPP Information for Borrowers PPP Application The Paycheck Protection Program provides small businesses with
- [UPDATE: Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program](https://premiumcigars.org/update-business-loan-program-temporary-changes-paycheck-protection-program/) - Yesterday evening, the U.S. Treasury Department and Small Business Administration issued further guidance for the CARES Act’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which will provide up to $350 billion in fully forgivable loans to help small businesses maintain payrolls during the coronavirus pandemic. >> Read More The program is set to formally launch today and will be available to qualified
- [PCA COVID-19 Update: Letters to US Treasury and SBA](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-covid-19-update-letters-to-us-treasury-and-sba/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Small Business Administration today expressing support for efforts being made to provide economic aid to small businesses and PCA members. PCA also advocated for specific technical changes and improvements to the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), which is a program that can benefit many
- [PCA and CRA Commend Substantial Equivalence Deadline Extension](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-cra-commend-substantial-equivalence-deadline-extension/) - April 23, 2020, Washington, DC — Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) jointly commended the extension of the deadline to September 9, 2020 for the submission of the substantial equivalence reports for premium cigar manufacturers. The PCA and CRA filed a petition before the FDA and litigation and motions before
- [PPP Funding Replenished](https://premiumcigars.org/ppp-funding-replenished/) - Yesterday, the House of Representatives approved an additional $310 billion dollars in funding for the Payment Protection Program (PPP), intended to assist small businesses in retaining employees during the Coronavirus. The Senate approved funding earlier in the week after two weeks of negotiations. The legislation that was adopted also including additional funding for hospitals and
- [PPP Loan Forgiveness Application](https://premiumcigars.org/ppp-loan-forgiveness-application/) - The Small Business Administration (SBA) released the application for the Paycheck Protection Loan (PPP) forgiveness program today. If you were approved to the program and would like to transition from a loan to a grant, you will need to fill out this application and follow the steps provided by SBA through their checklist. View the PCA webinar
- [PCA Support for Pandemic Risk Insurance Act (H.R. 7011)](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-support-for-pandemic-risk-insurance-act-h-r-7011/) - The Premium Cigar Association representing 3,000+ retail tobacconists, 30,000 employees, 250+ premium cigar manufactures, and millions of consumers express support for the Pandemic Risk Insurance Act (H.R. 7011) introduced by Rep. Carolyn Maloney. H.R. 7011 is an important bill that helps protect events hosted by PCA members around the country as well as events hosted
- [27 States + DC Enact Laws Related to Raising Smoking Age to 21](https://premiumcigars.org/27-states-dc-enact-laws-related-to-raising-smoking-age-to-21/) - Following the Federal Age of Tobacco Purchase increase from 18 to 21 that occurred in December of last year, 27 states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws related to raising the smoking age to 21. Read more about the specific legislation in your area from the list below. Arkansas (2019) HB 1980 California (2016) SB
- [US Court of Appeals Unanimously Strikes Down Warning Labels](https://premiumcigars.org/us-court-of-appeals-unanimously-strikes-down-warning-labels/) - Washington, DC, July 7, 2020 —The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) are pleased that a unanimous panel of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit found flaws in the FDA’s Deeming Rule regulating cigars and held that the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) did not do necessary work to
- [PCA Supports Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-supports-unnecessary-agency-regulations-reduction-act/) - The Premium Cigar Association would like to thank Senator Rick Scott (FL) for the introduction of the Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act. PCA believes legislation like this bill is important in curbing burdensome regulations that harm small businesses. In a letter sent to Senator Scott, PCA acknowledges that the Premarket Review and Substantial Equivalence Rule promulgated by
- [PCA Sends Letter of Support for the Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-sends-letter-of-support-for-the-continuing-small-business-recovery-and-paycheck-protection-program-act-2/) - The following is a letter PCA President John Anderson and Executive Director Scott Pearce sent to Senators Marco Rubio and Susan Collins in support of the recent Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act. Dear Chairman Rubio and Senator Collins: On behalf of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) representing over 3,000 retail tobacconists, 30,000
- [Update on PPP Loan Information and Forgiveness](https://premiumcigars.org/update-on-ppp-loan-information-and-forgiveness/) - The Small Business Administration (SBA) and US Department of Treasury released an updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document on the Paycheck Protection Program. In addition to this comprehensive document on the program, the Treasury sent out a press release announcing simpler PPP forgiveness for loans of $50,000 or less. There are links in the press release to pdfs of:
- [Meeting on Main Street: A Resource to Hosting Legislators in Your Stores](https://premiumcigars.org/meeting-on-main-street-a-resource-to-hosting-legislators-in-your-stores/) - Traditionally, the U.S. Congress will adjourn from the beginning of August to Labor Day to for what is commonly known as “August Recess”. However, this year it will be anything but a “recess” with ongoing discussion on the federal budget and infrastructure package. The “August Recess” may still occur in abbreviated fashion, and this is
- [How the HUGE Tax Increase Would Affect Your Business](https://premiumcigars.org/how-the-huge-tax-increase-would-affect-your-business/) - There are several key takeaways from the proposed tax increase being circulated in Congress for PCA retail members. Going from $0.40 per stick to a ‘per pound’ tax would change a lot. The proposed tax would be $49.56 per pound. Example: if a cigar has a weight of 0.636oz, that would mean there are around 25
- [PCA’s 2021 Government Affairs Highlights: No New Taxes](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-2021-government-affairs-highlights-no-new-taxes-2/) - federal 2021 was a strong year for the Premium Cigar Association’s advocacy efforts and the support of its membership. Consumers, retailers, and manufacturers all felt the positive effects of a strong PCA advocacy presence at both the federal and state levels. PCA led efforts against the Tobacco Tax Equity Act and its inclusion in the
- [NASEM Validates PCA Call for a Premium Cigar Category](https://premiumcigars.org/nasem-validates-pca-call-for-a-premium-cigar-category/) - The National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine released its review on Premium Cigars, acknowledging that premium cigars have distinct characteristics, method and frequency of use resulting in different health outcomes compared to other tobacco products. These points echoed PCA’s testimony that premium cigars represent a unique product category that presents a lower risk to public
- [PCA’s NASEM Study Notes & Noteworthy: The Good, the Bad and the Inconclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-nasem-study-notes-noteworthy-the-good-the-bad-and-the-inconclusive-2/) - On March 10th the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine released a study on Premium Cigars: Patterns of Use, Marketing, And Health Effects. This study was broken down into those three categories, patterns of use, marketing, and health effects. These categories highlight the major areas of concern for tobacco products as a whole but,
- [Deeming Rule Found Arbitrary & Capricious](https://premiumcigars.org/deeming-rule-found-arbitrary-capricious/) - Today United States District Court Judge Amit Mehta rendered a ruling, as part of the Premium Cigar Association’s litigation against the Food and Drug Administration, striking down the FDA’s decision to regulate premium cigars as arbitrary and capricious. This is the third major lawsuit with earlier challenges focused on particular regulatory consequences of the FDA’s
- [PCA Submits Recommendations to OIRA](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-submits-recommendations-to-oira-2/) - The Premium Cigar Association submitted a comment to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) in response to their solicitation of feedback on “Broadening Public Engagement in the Federal Regulatory Process”. The association made several recommendations related to the public comment process, stakeholder outreach, and coordination to solicit other agencies’ expertise during
- [Tax Increase Defeated in Maine](https://premiumcigars.org/tax-increase-defeated-in-maine-2/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today commended the action by the Maine House of Representatives to defeat the proposed tobacco tax increase, that would have increased the tax on premium cigars to 86% of the wholesale price. PCA also recognized the efforts of Maine PCA member Ken Nagle and his employees throughout the state, who
- [Victories and Engagement in 2021](https://premiumcigars.org/victories-and-engagement-in-2021-2/) - The Premium Cigar Association in Partnership with Retail Tobacconists in the States During the course of the last six months, the Premium Cigar Association has been engaged with nation’s retail tobacconists as the industry confronted a diverse slate of issues during the course of the 2021 state legislative session. The following represents the significant issues
- [California Coalition Calls for Defeat of Prop. 31](https://premiumcigars.org/california-coalition-calls-for-defeat-of-prop-31-2/) - In August of 2020 the State of California passed SB 793, prohibiting the sale of all flavored tobacco products and the Governor proceeded to sign it into law on August 28, 2020. Three days later this law was challenged using the state’s veto referendum mechanism before the ban could take effect. On November 8, 2022,
- [Waco Texas Reverses New Cigar Lounge Ban](https://premiumcigars.org/waco-texas-reverses-new-cigar-lounge-ban-2/) - [Washington, DC — January 18, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) actively supported the Waco Texas City Council’s effort to reverse a ban on opening new cigar lounges that passed unanimously last night. PCA’s Director of State Advocacy, Glynn Loope, sent letters of support to the Council and Mayor’s office showcasing how the ordinance would generate
- [California Introduces Generational Smoking Ban!](https://premiumcigars.org/california-introduces-generational-smoking-ban-2/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Washington, DC – Feb. 15, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is calling on all cigar retailers, consumers and those who care about the future of the premium cigar sector in California to join in opposing Assembly Bill 935, introduced by California Assembly member Damon Connolly. If passed, AB 935 would prohibit anyone
- [BriarWorks Pipes: Hand-finished pipes at mid-grade prices offer an appealing retail option](https://premiumcigars.org/briarworks-pipes-hand-finished-pipes-at-mid-grade-prices-offer-an-appealing-retail-option/) - Most brick-and-mortar tobacco shops featuring a pipe presence keep themselves pretty well stocked with midgrade factory pipes, usually from Europe, and with basket pipes and corncob pipes for the budget-conscious pipe smoking newcomer. Maybe a few high-dollar handmades are sprinkled in from time to time. I have previously written columns in this space extolling the retail
- [The Blend: El Artista Puro Ambar](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-el-artista-puro-ambar/) - Rebirth of an American GemIT IS POSSIBLE that not every tobacco person knows this, but the Dominican Republic takes great pride in the gemstone-quality amber brought forth from mines that pockmark the nation’s landscape. Amber from the Dominican Republic offers some of the best color and clarity of any amber specimens found in the world. There
- [Don’t Call it a Comeback: How two industry icons pivoted to create the most anticipated cigar brand of 2021](https://premiumcigars.org/dont-call-it-a-comeback-how-two-industry-icons-pivoted-to-create-the-most-anticipated-cigar-brand-of-2021/) - The past year has arguably been the most challenging and life-changing year in generations. Many premium tobacconists have been hit especially hard, including New York City’s iconic 90-year-old Nat Sherman Tobacco Store in midtown Manhattan. But as the saying goes, when one door closes another one opens … and that’s exactly what happened when two
- [The Precision of Premium: How El Septimo is Changing the Game](https://premiumcigars.org/the-precision-of-premium-how-el-septimo-is-changing-the-game/) - When launching a business, one of the first questions to answer is, “How are we different?” For the proprietor of El Septimo, a relative newcomer in the cigar industry, the answer to this question has come through continuous innovation and product development—something he has no intent of slowing down anytime soon. Originally founded in the
- [Coles of London: ST Dupont Finds a New Distributor of its Luxury Items](https://premiumcigars.org/coles-of-london-st-dupont-finds-a-new-distributor-of-its-luxury-items/) - Of the many unusual and unique consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, the unexpected sales of high-end luxury goods stand out as a seeming anomaly. A health crisis which caused economic mayhem for millions of individuals turned out to be a boon for suppliers of expensive and collectable merchandise. Those of means, who found themselves without the usual
- [Señor Cigars: A Sweet Spot in Ocean City, Maryland](https://premiumcigars.org/senor-cigars-a-sweet-spot-in-ocean-city-maryland/) - Since 1977, Señor Cigars has been the signature cigar destination of Ocean City, Maryland, a major beach resort area along the East Coast. Founded by Bruce and Carolyn Kennington, the enterprise consists of two separate locations, featuring a world-class selection of premium hand-rolled cigars topped off with the very best in personalized service. The Kenningtons entered
- [Tax Tips for Tobacconists](https://premiumcigars.org/tax-tips-for-tobacconists/) - While the start of a new year brings excitement and opportunity, it also signals the start of a less enjoyable time—tax season. While some may try to put it out of mind or put it off for as long as possible, there’s no avoiding the inevitable. So, to make the season a little less stressful,
- [Women of the Leaf: Challenges and Triumphs in a Machismo World](https://premiumcigars.org/women-of-the-leaf-challenges-and-triumphs-in-a-machismo-world/) - It was an impromptu meeting on the PCA show floor—some knowing each other for years, others meeting for the first time. It started as light banter, bonding over the common passion of cigars, but soon the conversation took a more insightful tone. “It all kind of happened organically,” says Kathleen Kelly, owner of Queensbury Cigar & Pipe and
- [10 Tips to Maximize Post-Holiday Sales](https://premiumcigars.org/10-tips-to-maximize-post-holiday-sales/) - Congratulations—you’ve (almost) made it through the 2022 Holiday Season! If the season was a cigar, you’d be well into the head of things. Similar to premium hand-crafted cigars, the holiday season is filled with complexities, but if proper planning and execution was instilled, you’re now getting to the best part—not only for that cigar you’re smoking, but
- [Dissident Cigars: Boutique with an Edge](https://premiumcigars.org/dissident-cigars-boutique-with-an-edge/) - It was only in December 2021 that Joshua and Cynn Coburn made official their purchase of Dissident Cigars, a boutique brand that has passed through a number of ownership hands in recent years. Part of the Oveja Negra stable of cigar lines manufactured at James and Angela Brown’s Oveja Negra Factory in Estelí, Dissident, as
- [What We’re Smoking: Drunk Chicken Mother Clucker](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-drunk-chicken-mother-clucker/) - Appearance & AromaIf the name of this cigar does not draw your attention, the gold foil trimmed band with the image of a two-faced sassy chicken will. The Mother Clucker is a very well-constructed box-pressed cigar with minimal veins. The edges of the tobacco leaf are barely visible giving the appearance of a smooth candy
- [What We’re Smoking: Plasencia 146 Torpedo](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-plasencia-146-torpedo/) - Cigar: Plasencia 146 Size: Torpedo Smoke time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Appearance & AromaThe wrapper of the Plasencia 146 is a beautifully medium shade of brown that appears just as smooth as the flavor of the cigar itself. There are minimal veins, if any, and the cigar is not toothy. On the pre-light, there is an aroma
- [Rocky Patel Premium Cigars: Always Innovating](https://premiumcigars.org/rocky-patel-premium-cigars-always-innovating/) - What’s new at Rocky Patel? That’s a loaded question. Rocky Patel Premium Cigars has quite the reputation for rolling out several new lines of cigars each year, especially at the annual PCA Convention and Trade Show. So make this inquiry at your own peril. But there are several newer developments at the prolific cigar manufacturer
- [The Blend: Sixty by Rocky Patel “Sixty”](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-sixty-by-rocky-patel-sixty/) - If you’re a student of numerology you might be looking for hidden meaning in the branding of this celebratory cigar. After all, there are a lot of sixes involved here. Well, look no further, my scholarly friends; there are no esoteric codes or symbolism here. In fact, the meaning is quite clear: Rocky Patel decided
- [The Blend: Dissident Soapbox Toro Gordo](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-dissident-soapbox-toro-gordo/) - Toro is one of the great cigar sizes, especially for a late-night smoke…which for me, this is. Moreover, the Dissident Soapbox comes highly recommended. This boutique stick has been around for years, in various iterations, but through it all, I can truly say I have never heard a negative review of the Soapbox. Still, I
- [The Relationship Business](https://premiumcigars.org/the-relationship-business/) - Success did not come overnight for Erik Espinosa. Today, the mention of Espinosa Premium Cigars may make you think of its well-known factory, La Zona. It may also make you think of its popular premium cigar brands like Warhead, Laranja, Murcielago, or the 601 Reserva Limitada. Suppose you’re relatively new to the world of Espinosa. In
- [Review: Platinum Nova Trappist 1G](https://premiumcigars.org/review-platinum-nova-trappist-1g/) - I am getting an early look at this release. It came to me without bands, as the company is still finalizing art at the time of this taste test. The look, feel, and scent of the Platinum Nova Trappist 1G out of the cellophane is encouraging, even formidable: Tipping the scale at 19.4 grams and
- [The Boutique Cigar Association of America: Protecting The Legacy](https://premiumcigars.org/the-boutique-cigar-association-of-america-protecting-the-legacy/) - When Dr. Gaby Kafie retired from practicing medicine in 2008, he set his sights on his other burning interest, the manufacturing of fine cigars. With roots in Honduras dating back to 1901, Kafie had entrée into the cigar industry on account of the family’s holdings in the energy and dairy sectors. “I turned my cigar passion
- [Breaking New Ground: Inside Villiger de Nicaragua](https://premiumcigars.org/breaking-new-ground-inside-villiger-de-nicaragua/) - Quality and consistency—these are the two factors necessary for any successful product. When speaking about premium cigars, these two things are even more critical. Some of the most successful cigar manufacturers have realized the only way to come close to achieving quality and consistency is to control the production process as much as possible. Companies
- [In the Family: Maryland’s Tobacco Leaf](https://premiumcigars.org/in-the-family-marylands-tobacco-leaf/) - Rahul Gupta didn’t intend to join the family business, one which his father began four decades earlier. His father never pushed him, emphasizing education and encouraging him to pursue his own career path. He graduated from college in 2007 and settled in Philadelphia, working in finance until the recession. In 2010, he moved back home
- [What We’re Smoking: Crux Limitada LE](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-crux-limitada-le/) - Cigar: Crux Limitada LESize: Short SalomoneSmoke time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Appearance & AromaA beautifully presented and shaped presidente. With a Colorado Claro colored wrapper, nicely pressed veins and a classic looking label, this cigar has a great appearance and feel in the hand. It has enough triple cap to cut for desired depth of your preferred draw.
- [Poker & Life](https://premiumcigars.org/poker-life/) - Doyle Brunson played professional poker for over 50 years. He was a two-time World Series of Poker main event champion, a Poker Hall of Fame inductee, wrote several books on poker and was the first player to earn $1 million from poker tournaments. Did Brunson smoke cigars? Not that I know of. Did he ever
- [Five Questions: Steve Saka, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-steve-saka-dunbarton-tobacco-trust/) - 1. What’s got you excited about Dunbarton this year?Most folks would expect me to answer about this blend or that brand, but for me, it is who we are as a company overall. From the start, I had a vision of puros sin compromiso, aka “cigars without compromise,” for both our cigars and how we
- [Plasencia 1865 Cigars: Putting the Soul into Cigar Manufacturing](https://premiumcigars.org/plasencia-1865-cigars-putting-the-soul-into-cigar-manufacturing/) - Like so many families in the cigar industry, the Plasencias are no strangers to the challenges and occasional heartbreak of pursuing their love of working with tobacco. From crop-destroying infestations and blights to catastrophic weather and unstable governments, five generations of Plasencias have persevered with their traditions of tobacco cultivation and cigar production. The “1865”
- [Platinum Nova Cigars: Aiming for the Pinnacle of the Cigar Lifestyle](https://premiumcigars.org/platinum-nova-cigars-aiming-for-the-pinnacle-of-the-cigar-lifestyle/) - Platinum Nova Cigars has been crafting fine smokes for more than a decade, in its early years only for the private consumption of the family and friends of the company owners. It was in 2019 that Platinum Nova first came to the public’s attention, stepping into the limelight at that year’s (then) IPCPR trade show
- [How, Really, Is the Pipe World Faring?](https://premiumcigars.org/how-really-is-the-pipe-world-faring/) - Not having been able to attend the Chicago Pipe Show this year, I asked around to see how it had gone, and also how pipe smoking was faring in general. Five well-connected pipe people gave me their views—mixed views, but all credible. Throughout, there rang a note of ambivalence concerning the present and future of pipe
- [Review: Plasencia Alma Del Fuego](https://premiumcigars.org/review-plasencia-alma-del-fuego/) - Reviewing a cigar dubbed The Soul of Fire can be a bit daunting. The implication is that it is going to be a powerhouse of a smoke, leaving the palate ablaze and begging for relief! Thankfully this was not the case with Plasencia’s third offering from their high-scoring Alma series of all-Nicaraguan puros. Rather, the
- [What We’re Smoking: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-arturo-fuente-don-carlos/) - Cigar: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Size: Double RobustoSmoke time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Appearance & AromaThe toothy African Cameroon wrapper and the iconic Fuente band make this cigar really stand out in the humidor. The reddish-brown wrapper has notes of leather, raisins and a hint of brown sugar. The foot is similar but instead of leather and brown sugar,
- [Like No Other: A Look Back at PCA23](https://premiumcigars.org/like-no-other-a-look-back-at-pca23/) - A cigar docuseries premiere celebrating the industry, a triple-threat blending seminar, a mind-blowing mentalist show, a smashing kickoff party … and that was just the first day of the 2023 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show at the Sands in Las Vegas. This year’s show was undoubtedly buzzing from the start as news came down that
- [Scott Regina of Emerson’s Cigars, New PCA President](https://premiumcigars.org/scott-regina-of-emersons-cigars-new-pca-president/) - Virginia Tidewater-area tobacconist Scott Regina, CEO of Emerson’s Cigars, with five retail locations, is the model of a busy guy. But his life got even busier on 11 July 2023 at the Premium Cigar Association trade show when Regina assumed the PCA presidency. Regina takes the helm of the organization at a time of rapid
- [The Aftermath of the 2020 Elections](https://premiumcigars.org/the-aftermath-of-the-2020-elections/) - Written by Ryan M. Parada, PCA Research Assistant; Edited by Erin R Holland and Joshua Habursky | November 13, 2020 As we prepare the next two to four years, we look forward to building strong relationships with the new administration and all members of the 117th congress. The Premium Cigar Association is a bipartisan organization who prides ourself
- [Oklahoma: ACT NOW to preserve smoking in your small business!](https://premiumcigars.org/oklahoma-act-now-to-preserve-smoking-in-your-small-business/) - Take Action to preserve smoking in your Oklahoma small business! Protect Your Business Against Drastic Smoking Ban Tomorrow, the Judiciary Committee of the Oklahoma House of Representatives will consider House Bill 3384. More votes are needed to kill this bill in Committee. Contact the House Judiciary Committee NOW using our online form and let them know that House Bill 3384
- [What We’re Smoking: Aganorsa Aniversario Maduro](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-aganorsa-aniversario-maduro/) - Cigar: Aganorsa Aniversario MaduroSize: Gran ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Appearance & AromaOriginally produced as a limited run, it is a welcome addition as an everyday line to the humidor. The shelf-friendly, 10-count box gives way to a great presentation of each cigar wrapped in tissue with a bold silver and black label announcing its presence in
- [What We’re Smoking: Kafie 1901 San Andres](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-kafie-1901-san-andres/) - Cigar: Kafie 1901 San AndresSize: ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Appearance & AromaThe Kafie 1901 San Andres has the classic double band of red over green covering a flat, chocolate wrapper. The cigar offers a soft smell of hay and earth on both the wrapper and foot. It has an understated oiliness that hints at its Mexican
- [What We’re Smoking: Ferio Tego Summa](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-ferio-tego-summa/) - Cigar: Ferio Tego Summa Size: Torpedo Smoke time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Appearance & AromaBeautiful 6 1/2 x 52 torpedo showcasing a velvety smooth Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper with very few veins. I’ve smoked a few of these (this will be the 4th) and this one is by far the most perfectly constructed of the bunch. (Not knocking the
- [What We’re Smoking: Global Premium Cigars’s 1502 Blue Sapphire](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-global-premium-cigarss-1502-blue-sapphire/) - Cigar: GPC 1502 Blue SapphireSize: LanceroSmoke time: 1 hour, 25 minutes Appearance & AromaGlobal Premium Cigar’s 1502 Blue Sapphire is a Nicaraguan puro, and the blend is perfect for this elegant and slender size. The wrapper presents a slightly mottled, slightly bumpy, but lovely cappuccino-brown hue. The ornate, yet understated silver and blue band provides a nice contrast.
- [What We’re Smoking: Gran Habano XX Aniversario Edicion Limitada](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-gran-habano-xx-aniversario-edicion-limitada/) - Cigar: Gran Habano XX Aniversario Edicion Limitada Size: ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Appearance & AromaThe gold, black, and white foil label, sitting atop a thick black and gold craft paper band, catches your attention immediately. The black and gold foil foot band completes the aesthetic and lets you know this is no ordinary cigar. The shade-grown Corojo
- [What We’re Smoking: Rodriguez Reserva Privada Corona](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-rodriguez-reserva-privada-corona/) - Cigar: Rodriguez Reserva Privada Size: Corona Smoke time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Appearance & Aroma Dressed in a classic, elegant band of red, white and gold with a bit of embossing, this Ecuadorian shade grown Connecticut wrapper is smooth, silky and perfectly wrapped. The cigar has very few veins and a uniform appearance from head to foot. It
- [The Blend: Sinistro Cigars The Last Cowboy](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-sinistro-cigars-the-last-cowboy/) - When I was a kid growing up in the 1950s, all my heroes (other than Superman) were cowboys. Each week, our black and white DuMont console TV introduced me to the rugged individuals and charismatic heroes who would fire my imagination. From singing cowboys Gene Autry and Roy Rogers to wholesome good guys like Hopalong
- [The Blend: United Cigars Red Anchor Captain](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-united-cigars-red-anchor-captain/) - This light-chocolate-colored, double-capped robusto announces itself out of the cellophane with a light scent of cocoa and cedar. The cigar does not feel heavy, but it does feel firm with no soft spots or easy give. The foot exhibits a solid pack. One vein is fairly prominent near the head, but it mostly disappears beyond
- [The Blend: Black Star Line’s Lalibela](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-black-star-lines-lalibela/) - It was pretty obvious from the day I received the samples from Black Star Line Cigars which cigar I was going to review. Naturally I fully intended to sample each cigar in the line, and I did. All were excellent, and of high quality, but somehow I knew from the start that Lalibela would be
- [The Blend: Founders Cigar Company’s Signature Dual Wrap Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-founders-cigar-companys-signature-dual-wrap-toro/) - The wrapper leaf of alternating Connecticut and Maduro puts forth an enticing barber-pole visual presentation, one offering the promise that attends both of those crowd-pleasing varietals. A few veins show, running the length of the cigar, but they are not obtrusive, and we need not dwell on them as long as they don’t affect the
- [The Blend: El Septimo Bomba Orange](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-el-septimo-bomba-orange/) - I have a confession to make: At $70 per stick, the Bomba Orange is the priciest cigar I have ever smoked. Moreover, as the song would have it, I am “a man of means by no means,” so I’ll likely never make this or any other ultra-ultra-premium cigar my go-to daily smoke. And although I
- [The Blend: La Galera Habano](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-la-galera-habano/) - I was fortunate to be able to select a cigar for review from La Galera’s 10-count Toro sampler. The presentation is stunning. The package depicts painted images of a reader, or “lector,” from the rolling room of a late 19th or early 20th-century cigar factory. Before there was radio, the lector would read from the
- [The Blend: Oliva Serie V Double Robusto](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-oliva-serie-v-double-robusto/) - Writing cigar reviews for PCA The Magazine is a pretty good gig. We get to sample and report on some of the best cigars available in the US and international markets. Inevitably, some samples will be better than others, but I can’t say I ever had to review a cigar that I didn’t find enjoyable in some
- [The Blend: Circle of Life Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/the-blend-circle-of-life-toro/) - Sometimes, a cigar is more than just a companion during a relaxing interlude of quiet contemplation. Some of today’s best-loved smokes surely provide enjoyable breaks from the hustle and bustle of modern life, but they can also transcend far beyond the realm of mere smoking delight and reveal fascinating tales one puff at a time.
- [Meet PCA’s New Board Members](https://premiumcigars.org/meet-pcas-new-board-members/) - Why did you run for election to the board and what do you hope to accomplish during your tenure? Teresa Alison WesslingGeorgetown Tobacco & PipeWashington, D.C. “Georgetown Tobacco & Pipe has been in business for more than 59 years. I want to ensure that we, and every brick-and-mortar retailer, can continue to operate our businesses
- [A Connecticut Revival](https://premiumcigars.org/a-connecticut-revival/) - Nicholas Melillo loves Connecticut. Love may not even be a strong enough word to describe the affection and passion he has for his home state. Connecticut, to Melillo, is not just home, it’s the center of his company, Foundation Cigar Company, and the focus of his current work. Since the launch of Foundation Cigar Company
- [Sinistro Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/sinistro-cigars/) - Not everyone enters the cigar business via the same path. Some are born into storied cigar-making families. Others work their way in by starting as cigar store owners or employees, making contacts and ingratiating themselves with industry veterans. Still, others may be enthusiasts who decide to abandon their careers to follow their passion and become
- [The Artisans of Tabacalera El Artista](https://premiumcigars.org/the-artisans-of-tabacalera-el-artista/) - Tabacalera El Artista opened its doors in 1956. While the factory’s primary operations are based in Tamboril, Dominican Republic, it also has warehouses and other factories in Moca, La Vega, and San Juan. Among some of the brands produced at this factory include Big Papi by David Ortiz, Buffalo TEN and the new Artista Harvest
- [The Enemy Within](https://premiumcigars.org/the-enemy-within/) - The premium cigar industry is winning. Let me repeat that: The premium cigar industry is WINNING! The FDA Deeming Rule is fully vacated. We just completed one of the most energizing trade shows since 2017. New retail lounge experiences are popping up across the nation. Existing retailers are adding second locations. Legacy manufacturing families, large
- [United Cigar Group: Quality, growth, love of the leaf—all together](https://premiumcigars.org/united-cigar-group-quality-growth-love-of-the-leaf-all-together/) - Compressing this story into its allotted space presents a daunting challenge. When you begin to unravel the many threads that constitute United Cigar Group, you find the makings of a book—of several volumes, in fact. Owned by David Garofalo, proprietor of the New Hampshire cigar-store chain Two Guys Cigars, United Cigar Group brings a portfolio
- [Five Questions: Greg Zimmerman, President Emeritus, PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-greg-zimmerman-president-emeritus-pca/) - Now that your term as president of PCA is over and you begin your transition off the PCA board, what are your most proud accomplishments?Fortunately, I still have a two-year term as president emeritus, so I have a little time left. As I started my tenure as president, I really had two larger goals besides
- [Not So Fast, Mister Pipe Doubter!](https://premiumcigars.org/not-so-fast-mister-pipe-doubter/) - Writing a pipe column in a mostly cigar-centered magazine can be a little isolating. Seldom do I receive feedback from readers, positive or otherwise. I have occasionally wondered whether anyone would notice if I ran dirty pictures instead of poetic words. So in the last issue, when I wrote a column that cast a shade of
- [Get Familiar With Your PCA Benefits](https://premiumcigars.org/get-familiar-with-your-pca-benefits/) - Did you know your Premium Cigar Association (PCA) membership can save you and your business big money on everything from credit card processing, freight shipping, car rentals, SMS text marketing, and more? Start getting all the benefits from your membership by taking advantage of these PCA exclusive rates and deals with preferred vendors: Credit Card
- [PCA Hires new Program Manager: Meet Maria Cervantes](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-hires-new-program-manager-meet-maria-cervantes/) - PCA has hired Maria Cervantes as program manager. Maria will oversee the fulfillment of larger organizational goals for the association and coordinate projects that involve multiple departments. She will also manage schedules to ensure successful completion of PCA initiatives. Let’s get to know her: Is this your first job in the cigar industry?I was employed
- [Tobacconists Look Ahead to 2024](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacconists-look-ahead-to-2024/) - Are brick & mortar shops planning big changes? We phoned up tobacco retailers around the country—businesses on the current PCA membership list (some old, some new)—and asked the above question to see if we could discern any trends. Some pleaded out: “No time to talk.” Others hung up, apparently thinking we were a sales call.
- [How to Create a Content Calendar](https://premiumcigars.org/how-to-create-a-content-calendar/) - A content calendar is a calendar that helps a content creator keep track of their content and when it will be posted and promoted to an audience. This calendar serves as a blueprint for creating a sense of order when posting to different social media platforms. It can also ensure you are following through with
- [Black Star Line Cigars: Blending Cigars, Culture and History](https://premiumcigars.org/black-star-line-cigars-blending-cigars-culture-and-history/) - Aric Bey never considered becoming a firefighter. Despite his uncle serving in the Chicago Fire Department, and his father encouraging him to apply, Bey had other plans: “I was a licensed banker with Chase. I got my MBA in finance and I wanted to work for the international bank.” But he didn’t see a future
- [Is Your Tobacco Shop a Pipe Smokers’ Nexus?](https://premiumcigars.org/is-your-tobacco-shop-a-pipe-smokers-nexus/) - Nexus. noun: center, focus. (merriam-webster.com) In thinking about why some tobacconists move pipes and pipe tobaccos at a brisk pace, while others seemingly cannot, we might drive ourselves to distraction pondering all the variables. Not least of these is just the neighborhood, and the type of foot traffic a given store attracts. Then too, involvement
- [Your 2024 Social Media Strategy](https://premiumcigars.org/your-2024-social-media-strategy/) - Over the years, social media has become increasingly important for premium cigar businesses as a means of marketing and promotion. As with anything within your business, however, the best results will come with a well-thought-out plan and strategy. Social media is marketing that uses digital platforms to promote your brand, services, and products to your ideal
- [Countdown to PCA24 Begins Now](https://premiumcigars.org/countdown-to-pca24-begins-now/) - The preeminent B2B trade show is back! Whether you’re a retailer, manufacturer, broker, supplier or distributor, the PCA Convention & International Trade Show is the one event of the year you can’t afford to miss! he annual PCA Show welcomes thousands of attendees from more than 25 countries and more than 250 manufacturers of premium
- [Founders Cigars: Creating Community, American-style](https://premiumcigars.org/founders-cigars-creating-community-american-style/) - Founders Cigar Company was established during the early days of the COVID pandemic when people everywhere were just trying to find their footing. Stores were closing, or limited to curbside service. No one knew how long the disruptions would last, and opportunities for community among cigar fans were becoming hard to find. To Angelo Fraboni and
- [Rocky Mountain Smoke: Ken Weinheimer and Rocky Mountain Liquor](https://premiumcigars.org/rocky-mountain-smoke-ken-weinheimer-and-rocky-mountain-liquor/) - Ken Weinheimer is a self-effacing and soft-spoken man. To converse with him you would never guess that he had created the largest walk-in cigar humidor in the state of Montana, built the state’s first and only 24-hour, private membership cigar lounge and almost singlehandedly saved the retail cigar business in his home state of Montana.
- [The No Cell Zone](https://premiumcigars.org/the-no-cell-zone/) - I am expecting this article to be the most cathartic (for me) and most polarizing (for you) one I have penned to date. Hello, my name is Josh and I am addicted to my mobile phone. I spent my professional career bringing innovation to the field using mobile computers and phones. I have designed and delivered
- [Social Media for Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/social-media-for-retailers/) - While posting about new product releases or events is fair game, retailers should focus their social media strategy on setting their business apart from competitors. What does your store offer customers that is unique and valuable and makes it worth visiting? This approach allows you to showcase your store’s personality and individuality. The more unique
- [Accessory Selling 101](https://premiumcigars.org/accessory-selling-101/) - Michael Giordano, CEO and founder of Quality Importers, shares his insightsfor retailers looking to increase accessory sales and humidors. PCA Magazine: What is one surefire way a retailer can increase their store’s accessories sales like those offered by Quality Importers?Michael Giordano: To understand that cigar accessories are the supporting role for the handmade cigar industry. From
- [Five Questions: Jim Young, Interim CEO/Board Member, Plasencia Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-jim-young-interim-ceo-board-member-plasencia-cigars/) - Welcome back to the industry. What have you been doing since leaving Davidoff?My wife and I left Switzerland and returned to the U.S. in the spring of 2022. We have a home on Cape Cod in Massachusetts and have spent the time through this summer doing some renovations, enjoying many relaxing moments, and working on
- [Something to Aspire To: Crowned Heads’s Jon Huber](https://premiumcigars.org/something-to-aspire-to-crowned-headss-jon-huber/) - It’s Monday, January 15, 2024, and Nashville just received its first snowfall of the season. This wasn’t just your typical snowstorm; it was more snow than Nashville reportedly receives in a typical year. This news-worthy event has Jon Huber, the co-founder of Crowned Heads, working from home rather than in the company’s Nashville headquarters, reminiscing
- [My Father Cigars: Upping Their Game, Once Again](https://premiumcigars.org/my-father-cigars-upping-their-game-once-again/) - This year is already shaping up to be another banner year for the Garcia family and My Father Cigars. The company will introduce three new items at the 2024 PCA Trade Show and will soon release a celebratory line, first presented at last year’s show, that is now finally ready for distribution ahead of the PCA
- [Michael Frey: A Las Vegas Original](https://premiumcigars.org/michael-frey-a-las-vegas-original/) - Michael Frey has been called the “cigar king” of Vegas, and he’s associated with some of the big cigar bars in Caesar’s Palace and other places. His various enterprises have helped make the city one of the most iconic and popular tourist destinations, offering guests a world-class cigar experience. According to Frey, there are two cigar
- [10 Things to Know About this Year’s PCA24 Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/10-things-to-know-about-this-years-pca24-trade-show/) - Whether it’s your first PCA trade show or you’ve been attending the show for some years, there’s plenty to look forward to when it comes to PCA24! This year’s trade show is on track to be one of the most memorable yet, with a long list of who’s who in the premium cigar and pipe
- [Crowned Heads Teases Coroneta, its Most Unique PCA Release Yet](https://premiumcigars.org/crowned-heads-teases-coroneta-its-most-unique-pca-release-yet/) - The PCA trade show has long been a fixture in Jon Huber’s professional life. “It was always that time of year that you would look forward to, not only to launch new products and new deals. It’s always been a big networking event as well,” he said. It’s this chance to catch up with old
- [PCA24: New Releases](https://premiumcigars.org/pca24-new-releases/) - ADVentura CigarsThe Chancellor Wrapper: Corojo Binder: Sumatra Filler: Piloto Mejorado Format: 6 x 52 Estimated Ship Date: March 2024 This one-time release (10-count boxes) reflects Adrian Acosta reaching the top tier of ADVentura Cigars’ Elite Broker Program. His sales earned him an opportunity to create an exclusive blend with Marcel and Henderson. He receives additional
- [PCA24: Exclusives](https://premiumcigars.org/pca24-exclusives/) - Black Label Trading CompanyOrthodox Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Filler: Nicaragua Format: Toro, 5 3/4 x 50; Gorda, 5 x 46; Robusto, 4 1/2 x 52 “Orthodox is really about Black Label getting back to its roots,” says James Brown, founder of Black Label Trading Co. and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra. “We’ve done a lot
- [PCA24: How to Get Around](https://premiumcigars.org/pca24-how-to-get-around/) - The Vegas Loop at the Las Vegas Convention Center quickly transports passengers throughout the 200-acre Las Vegas Convention Center campus in a fun and convenient way, free of charge. The system consists of two one-way, .8-mile-long tunnels built to accommodate all-electric Tesla vehicles driving at speeds of up to 35 mph. Four passenger stations offer convenient
- [PCA24: Where to Smoke in Las Vegas](https://premiumcigars.org/pca24-where-to-smoke-in-las-vegas/) - Las Vegas remains one the most cigar-friendly places in the U.S. with plenty of places where you can light up a premium cigar. While attending PCA24, visit one of our PCA members located in Las Vegas: Casa Fuente – The Forum Shops3500 Las Vegas Boulevard South702-731-5051Distance from LVCC (Central Hall): 2.1 miles Cigarbox by Freyboy
- [An Interview with Tatuaje’s Pete Johnson](https://premiumcigars.org/an-interview-with-tatuajes-pete-johnson/) - We caught up with Pete Johnson, creator of Tatuaje Cigars, blender extraordinaire and serial entrepreneur, to talk about the brand’s evolution, find out what’s new from Tatuaje, and ask what to expect from him at this year’s PCA Convention and Trade Show this coming March. PCA: In case some of our readers just emerged from
- [An Organization’s Evolution](https://premiumcigars.org/an-organizations-evolution/) - The PCA is an organization that has been one constant all of my years in this business. I have been in this industry so long that I sometimes catch myself calling it the RTDA! I have seen its name go from “RTDA” to “IPCPR” to its current “PCA.” At first, I always viewed it as the
- [Toscano Brings Fire-Cured Experience to PCA24’s Attendees](https://premiumcigars.org/toscano-brings-fire-cured-experience-to-pca24s-attendees/) - Toscano Cigars has big plans for this year’s PCA Trade Show (booth #8061). In addition to exciting new releases, Toscano Cigars has several events that will bring attendees deeper into Toscano’s world of cigars and tobacco. At PCA24, Toscano will launch its latest release, the Toscano Italia [read more here]. This cigar is rolled at
- [Five Questions: Foundation Cigar Co.’s Nate Williams](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-foundation-cigar-co-s-nate-williams/) - Five questions with Nate Williams, inside sales & key account manager at Foundation Cigar Company.Tell us about yourself, Nate. When did you start in the industry and when did you start with foundation?Similar to Nick [Melillo], I started young, working retail at Mr. J’s Havana Cigar Lounge in Rhode Island while I was still in
- [What We’re Smoking: Kristoff Nicaragua Toro](https://premiumcigars.org/what-were-smoking-kristoff-nicaragua-toro/) - Cigar: Kristoff NicaraguaSize: ToroSmoke time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Appearance & AromaTwo ornate bands near the cap and foot of the cigar complement the beautiful brown wrapper. The light oil hue on the wrapper causes the bands to “pop.” This Nicaraguan cigar emits earthy, spicy, nutty and woody aromas prior to smoking. Light-Up & DrawA straight cut at
- [Telford’s Pipe & Cigar: Tobacco in Our Veins](https://premiumcigars.org/telfords-pipe-cigar-tobacco-in-our-veins/) - There are tobacco places in this world that draw you in like the smells of freshly baked bread. The power of these places isn’t mythical or supernatural, aside from the ethereal swirling of aromatic smoke, but they have a vibe that is much more easily felt than explained. It can’t be manufactured. It can’t be
- [El Septimo Cigars: Marrying Tradition with Innovation](https://premiumcigars.org/el-septimo-cigars-marrying-tradition-with-innovation/) - The words El Septimo, translated from Spanish to English, mean “The Seventh.” When we consider what a freighted numeral 7 is, so imbued with mystery and meaning across cultures, we can see how it truly amounts to a marketer’s dream. To some people, the number 7 symbolizes the seventh day of creation, when God rested;
- [TikTok for Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/tiktok-for-retailers/) - Tobacconists are always looking for new ways to promote their business. As the world continues to lean more into digital marketing as a means of promotion, tobacconists feel pressured to keep up with the latest tools and social media platforms that will help them stay engaged with their customers and reach new consumers. There is
- [La Galera Cigars: Grounded In The Past, Looking Toward The Future](https://premiumcigars.org/la-galera-cigars-grounded-in-the-past-looking-toward-the-future/) - Veteran cigar maker Jochy Blanco’s Tabacalera Palma cigar factory is the hot new thing…after only 88 years! Actually, Blanco and his proprietary brand La Galera have been highly regarded since the line launched in 2016. But though it started out as a small-production, value priced line, La Galera now encompasses five core lines and several
- [A Wordsmith’s Fever Dream](https://premiumcigars.org/a-wordsmiths-fever-dream/) - Is anything real anymore? I remember years ago when I first started to worry that, in my own lifetime, Artificial Intelligence (AI) would actually replace working writers. It seemed a fantastical dread at first, but then almost overnight it actually started happening. Today, newspapers are laying off reporters by the thousands, but retaining their staffs of
- [A Time to Act: 5 Secrets to Retail Success](https://premiumcigars.org/a-time-to-act-5-secrets-to-retail-success/) - 2023 is finished. The revenue is in the books. Our inventory counts should be reconciled. Uncle Sam will require us to report formally in a few weeks, but we all know where we stand … generally speaking. The PCA trade show reemerged in March? What happened to sweating in the Vegas July heat? We appreciate the
- [PCA24 Show Recap](https://premiumcigars.org/pca24-show-recap/) - Beautiful skies and mild temperatures, with a little bit of wind and rain—not something we usually associate with the annual PCA trade show—but with the dates changed to March, attendees were treated to picture-perfect days during the PCA 2024 Annual Convention and Trade Show. While those attending weren’t able to enjoy the bulk of Nevada’s
- [The Procigar Experience](https://premiumcigars.org/the-procigar-experience/) - “Is this your first time?” That is the number one question I heard at this year’s Procigar Festival. Each year, the Dominican Cigar Manufacturers (PROCIGAR) organize a nearly week-long event promoting the Dominican tobacco industry. Cigar enthusiasts from around the world travel to the Dominican Republic to participate in educational seminars, factory and field tours
- [First Annual Step Up Awards Announced](https://premiumcigars.org/first-annual-step-up-awards-announced/) - PCA’s first annual Step Up Awards were conferred by the PCA Government Affairs team during PCA 2024. The awards recognize retailers for their extraordinary advocacy efforts. “Last year was monumental for premium cigar advocacy, and a lot of the success can be attributed to the group being honored with these awards,” said Joshua Habursky, interim
- [New PCA Board Members](https://premiumcigars.org/new-pca-board-members/) - Why did you run for election to the board, and what do you hope to accomplish during your tenure? Lissette Pérez-Carrillo E.P. CarrilloMiami, Florida “I feel I can offer the PCA board a unique blend of legal knowledge and firsthand industry experience, providing insights into its regulatory environment and the craft of cigar making and
- [New PCA Member Benefits](https://premiumcigars.org/new-pca-member-benefits/) - Retirement, health, and recruitment plans offer added value to PCA membership During this year’s PCA Trade Show, the association announced three new benefit programs for PCA members. These programs are available to all PCA members and their employees. The programs are designed to be affordable and beneficial to member-owners and to give PCA members value-added
- [West Tampa Tobacco Co.’s Circle of Life](https://premiumcigars.org/west-tampa-tobacco-co-s-circle-of-life/) - If it wasn’t for a chance meeting and subsequent friendship with another expecting father struck up during Lamaze classes in preparation for the birth of his daughter, Sara, it’s likely that Rick Rodriguez would never have gotten into the premium cigar industry. In the 1950s, Rodriguez’s paternal grandparents had immigrated to Tampa from Cuba to
- [PCA Names Inaugural Winners for Top Retail Members](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-names-inaugural-winners-for-top-retail-members/) - At the PCA 2024 Trade Show, the association announced the winners of the inaugural PCA Best of the Leaf Awards. The award program is designed to showcase the premium retail tobacconist industry across the United States. The awards, first announced at the end of 2023, launched with a nomination period that was open to all
- [Squire Cigars Celebrates its Golden Anniversary](https://premiumcigars.org/squire-cigars-celebrates-its-golden-anniversary/) - Success can be achieved in a variety of ways, among them hard work, long hours, and dedication to attaining a goal. But there are some qualities which go beyond sheer effort. They are the innate gifts of instinctively realizing what market forces are at play, and how to capitalize on them. Such are the intuitive
- [Springtime is a Good Time for Show Time](https://premiumcigars.org/springtime-is-a-good-time-for-show-time/) - Spring is, for pipe smokers of refined taste (just my opinion, mind you), prime season for breaking out the Virginia tobaccos we’ve kept aging in the vault all through the long, dark days of cold weather. For this pipe smoker, spring is the best season to be alive—a time when almost every day amounts to
- [Women of PCA: The Power of Unity](https://premiumcigars.org/women-of-pca-the-power-of-unity/) - As a lifelong New Yorker, I’m very familiar with the saying “A dollar and a dream.” It was coined by the New York State Lottery years ago and now has become a popular saying with a bigger meaning than just buying a lottery ticket. A dollar and a dream now means taking a small idea
- [Casa Carrillo: A Factory’s Evolution](https://premiumcigars.org/casa-carrillo-a-factorys-evolution/) - For many cigar companies in the Dominican Republic, each year’s Procigar Festival offers an opportunity to debut a new cigar release. For those at E.P. Carrillo, there was a newsworthy headline, but it was regarding something perhaps even more important than a premium cigar: a factory. Since the company’s launch in 2009, E.P. Carrillo’s award-winning
- [I Know What You Did Last Summer](https://premiumcigars.org/i-know-what-you-did-last-summer/) - The Summer of 2024 has arrived. The last time we entered June through September without a PCA trade show the following events were happening: Belarusians Protest for Fair and Free Elections – On August 9, Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko, a man known as “Europe’s last dictator,” claimed he had won 80 percent of the vote in
- [Oliva Cigars: Sowing the Seeds of Success](https://premiumcigars.org/oliva-cigars-sowing-the-seeds-of-success/) - PCA | July 31, 2024 The Oliva family’s roots run deep in the soil of Cuba and Nicaragua. Patriarch Melanio Oliva began growing cigar tobacco in Pinar del Rio, Cuba in 1886. The family tradition continued with his son Facundo, who passed the torch to Gilberto Oliva in the late 1950s. When it became untenable to continue
- [Five Questions: Stefan Lampert, Lampert Cigars + Rum](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-stefan-lampert-lampert-cigars-rum/) - PCA The Magazine: Share a bit of your background with us.Stefan Lampert: Aside from being the founder of Lampert Cigars + Rum, I am a lawyer with a focus on regulatory and environmental law. One of my passions has always been to make great cigars. I started the company as a fun project with an initial
- [Drinking? Let’s Talk About That](https://premiumcigars.org/drinking-lets-talk-about-that/) - This is typically where I launch into 1,000 unfettered words of brilliance, but I want to start with a disclaimer. I would not have included alcohol in my lounges if I did not have a passion for cocktails and spirits. However, we are NOT a bar. The distinction is important. We lead with relationships and
- [Update from the Executive Director: Summer/Fall 2024 Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/update-from-the-executive-director-summer-fall-2024-edition/) - This is my first issue writing the editor’s note as the permanent Executive Director of the Premium Cigar Association. I am deeply honored and grateful to the board of directors, staff, and general membership for having the confidence in me to lead the organization, the premium cigar industry’s advocacy agenda, and the epicenter of cigar
- [No time to wait. Get in it!](https://premiumcigars.org/no-time-to-wait-get-in-it/) - You gotta be in it to win it. It’s another phrase New Yorkers are familiar with, coined by the state’s lottery system. Ok, I am on a little kick here referencing lottery sayings. Whoever did their marketing in the ’80s for New York’s lottery was a genius. Anyone who knows me knows I am a
- [Wildfire Cigars Is Burning Up the Market](https://premiumcigars.org/wildfire-cigars-is-burning-up-the-market/) - There are better-known brands. There are companies that build their own factories and grow their own tobacco. There are cigar makers who are treated like rockstars. But nobody, I mean nobody in the cigar business, is having more fun than Jeremy McDonald, brand owner of Wildfire Cigars. Which is not to say that McDonald and
- [Getting to Know Shannon Marie, PCA’s Director of Events & Trade Show](https://premiumcigars.org/getting-to-know-shannon-marie-pcas-director-of-events-trade-show/) - In July, PCA hired Shannon Marie as its new director of trade show and events. Shannon has more than a decade of experience in the events industry, including positions at the National Association of Federally Insured Credit Unions as director of events. “I am excited to see the PCA’s team expand in a critical area
- [Five Questions: Nicolas Fusco, El Mago Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/five-questions-nicolas-fusco-el-mago-cigars/) - How did you get into the cigar business?I started El Mago Cigars in an attempt to turn a tragedy into a tribute. My grandparents, Maria and Gonzalo Torre, passed away in the Champlain Towers building collapse in Surfside, Florida, in 2021, and I wanted to create something to honor them after their passing. I chose
- [Tobacco 21 FAQs](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacco-21-faqs/) - Following up on our notice of the FDA’s move towards Tobacco 21, we have created a Frequently Asked Questions document to better assist retailers in this change. Additionally, we have provided a sample post document that can be used on social media and printed for use in retail stores to notify customers of the immediate
- [PCA Joins Coalition of Retail Groups Seeking Clarification on T21 Implementation](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-joins-coalition-of-retail-groups-seeking-clarification-on-t21-implementation/) - January 13, 2020, Washington, DC —The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) joined a coalition of retail groups seeking clarification on the implementation of the tobacco sales purchasing age. The letter signed by PCA along with the Food Marketing Institute, National Association of Convivence Stores, National Association of Truckstop Operators, National Grocers Association, Petroleum Marketers Association of
- [State of the States Update](https://premiumcigars.org/state-of-the-states-update/) - In 2019, your state government relations team tracked 900 state bills! This year, we are expecting even more tobacco bill introductions across the country. As of this week, 35 state legislatures are actively meeting. In our State of the States Update, we will share key issues our team has flagged and provide you with updates on
- [We Are Here for You](https://premiumcigars.org/we-are-here-for-you/) - As a new year begins, so does the start of legislative sessions across the United States. State capitols are teeming with life, awakened from the peaceful slumber of interims. Elected officials dust off their procedure handbooks and begin the arduous task of governance. This is the arena in which I find myself and I wouldn’t
- [A TSA Guide for Cigar Enthusiasts](https://premiumcigars.org/a-tsa-guide-for-cigar-enthusiasts/) - I’m a seasoned traveler. I left the hotel with plenty of time. I’m TSA Pre-Check approved. I even bought the CLEAR upgrade and status with American Airlines so I don’t have to wait in line or show my I.D. But I’m also an avid cigar enthusiast with an eclectic collection of accoutrements to prove it.
- [District Court Judge Throws Out Warning Labels for Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/district-court-judge-throws-out-warning-labels-for-premium-cigars/) - Today, United States District Court Judge, Amit Mehta, threw out the warning requirements for premium cigars contending that the FDA did not properly analyze the different usage patterns between premium cigars. The Court pointed to evidence that “premium cigars have different usage patterns than other cigar and tobacco products, they are almost never used by
- [ACT NOW to Protect Maryland Premium Cigars & Pipe Tobacco Specialty Stores](https://premiumcigars.org/act-now-to-protect-maryland-premium-cigars-pipe-tobacco-specialty-stores/) - URGENT: Ask Elected Officials to Protect Premium Cigars and Pipe Tobacco from Drastic Cigar Tax Increase and Tobacco Sales Ban Immediate Action Required to Protect Maryland Premium Cigar and Pipe Tobacco Specialty Stores Maryland Senate Bill 3 drastically increases the inventory wholesale tax on premium cigars and pipe tobacco from 15% and 30%, respectively, to
- [New Mexico: Contact the Senate below to protect self-service displays!](https://premiumcigars.org/new-mexico-contact-the-senate-below-to-protect-self-service-displays/) - Senate Bill 131, by Senator Linda Lopez, has far-reaching implications that will negatively impact your premium tobacco business. S.B. 131 bans self-service displays, prohibiting customers from entering your humidor. The legislation also grants local authorities the power to regulate your business potentially leading to flavor bans and many other problems. Contact the State Senate NOW to
- [URGENT: Contact Vermont Elected Officials to OPPOSE Tobacco Ban!](https://premiumcigars.org/urgent-contact-vermont-elected-officials-to-oppose-tobacco-ban/) - Senate Bill 288, scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare tomorrow, could ban all tobacco products in Vermont, including premium cigars and pipe tobacco. S.B. 288 is a tobacco sales ban disguised as a flavor ban, presuming all products to be flavored if they have ever been described by the
- [Hawaii: Protect Premium Tobacconists from Statewide Tobacco Ban!](https://premiumcigars.org/hawaii-protect-premium-tobacconists-from-statewide-tobacco-ban/) - Urge Legislature to Protect Tobacconists from Statewide Tobacco Ban Senate Bill 2904 and House Bill 2348 ban all tobacco products in Hawaii, including premium cigars and pipe tobacco. S.B. 2904 and H.B. 2348 are tobacco bans disguised as flavor bans. All products are considered to be flavored if the manufacturer or an employee of the
- [PCA Secures Critical Amendments in New Mexico!](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-secures-critical-amendments-in-new-mexico/) - Senate Bill 131, “Tobacco Products Act”, passed the Senate by a 28 to 11 vote and the House of Representatives by a 40 to 28 vote. Together with our dedicated members, the Premium Cigar Association secured important amendments that will continue to protect your premium tobacco business. Of note, PCA worked to: Remove the prohibition
- [MARYLAND: Your Urgent Participation Needed to Save Pipe Tobacco!](https://premiumcigars.org/maryland-your-urgent-participation-needed-to-save-pipe-tobacco/) - Due to COVID-19 the Maryland General Assembly has barred non-essential staff from Maryland General Assembly buildings. This means that our lobbyists cannot enter the building to take part in critical discussions impacting pipe tobacco over the next 48 HOURS! We need you, your employees, and all your customers to participate in a grassroots campaign beginning tonight and continuing
- [COVID-19 Advocacy and Resources](https://premiumcigars.org/covid-19-advocacy-and-resources/) - COVID-19 has impacted nearly all facets of the premium cigar world from our association including retailers, manufacturers, and consumers. PCA will continue to advocate on your behalf during this difficult time and is working tirelessly to seek economic relief measures with Congress and the Administration. PCA’s President John Anderson sent a letter on behalf of the association
- [PCA Advocacy & Coronavirus Update](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-advocacy-coronavirus-update/) - The CDC has recently updated it’s recommendations to no gatherings of 10 or more people, changed from 50 people yesterday. PCA recommends each retailer does what they feel best in the interest of the safety and health of their employees and their customers. As we stated yesterday, it is critical to follow the recommendations of
- [PCA Advocacy & Coronavirus Daily Update: March 18](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-advocacy-coronavirus-daily-update-march-18/) - As the Federal Government works to grapple with the health and economic consequences of COVID-19, the administration and Congress are working on several proposals to address the crisis. The House of Representatives and Senate passed legislation H.R. 6201 that will be signed by the President. Here is a full summary of the relief measures with updated
- [COVID-19 Status Update and Domestic Inspections](https://premiumcigars.org/covid-19-status-update-and-domestic-inspections/) - As COVID-19 containment efforts are underway across the country, the US Senate is working to craft (Phase 3) the response efforts based on the Department of Treasury’s outline. Thus far, Congress has passed H.R. 6074 (Phase 1) that allocated $8.3 billion for developing a vaccine and preventing services and H.R. 6201 (Phase 2) which addressed
- [PCA Secures Critical Victories in Maryland!](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-secures-critical-victories-in-maryland/) - After an intense lobbying effort by PCA’s lobbying team and our Maryland members, we are pleased to report that premium cigars and pipe tobacco were exempted from the drastic tax increase to 70% on other tobacco products. Premium cigars will remain at 15% and pipe tobacco at 30%. Additionally, the tobacco sales ban legislation disguised
- [March 20 COVID-19 Advocacy Update: Taxes & SBA Disaster Loans](https://premiumcigars.org/march-20-covid-19-advocacy-update-taxes-sba-disaster-loans/) - Negotiations on Stage III of the relief measures continue to be discussed in Congress and with the White House. Outside of those efforts, The IRS has created a special web page on Coronavirus Tax Relief where individuals and businesses can see the latest news and guidance provided. The Treasury Department and IRS have also issued guidance allowing
- [The following was provided by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington](https://premiumcigars.org/the-following-was-provided-by-the-restaurant-association-metropolitan-washington/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) filed a Joint Petition with several independent premium cigar manufacturers requesting that both the Secretary of Health and Human Services as well as the Commissioner of the FDA to enact a six month stay from the May 12th deadline for filing Substantial Equivalence Reports
- [PCA Secures Critical Victory in Kentucky](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-secures-critical-victory-in-kentucky/) - After a lobbying effort in the Kentucky state Senate by PCA’s team and grassroots outreach by our local members, we are pleased to report that a tax increase from 15% to 25% on premium cigars and pipe tobacco with a retroactive floor tax was NOT INCLUDED in the final budget package. This victory is notable given
- [Capitalizing on Curbside Pickup: FAQs for PCA Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/capitalizing-on-curbside-pickup-faqs-for-pca-retailers/) - Across the country, retail tobacconists are grappling with uncertainty. State and local governments have imposed restrictions on movement, impeding commerce and forcing us to re-evaluate how we engage with our customers and continue to produce sales. Because of this, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has crafted the following “how-to” guide for our members to implement
- [Fighting the Bigger Smaller Battles](https://premiumcigars.org/fighting-the-bigger-smaller-battles/) - Alex Harding, Kristoff Cigars As the cigar industry copes with the effects of nationwide, state mandated shutdowns, it might be time to look to a more impactful front of an ever-growing battlefield. For years now, every cigar retailer, cigar manufacturer, and cigar media outlet in the country have focused on the impending doom of the
- [Generate Revenue During COVID-19: Short-Term Strategies for PCA Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/generate-revenue-during-covid-19-short-term-strategies-for-pca-retailers/) - Erin R Holland, Marketing & Communications Manager | April 29, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an unprecedented impact on individuals, businesses, and our economy as a whole. During these uncertain times, the Premium Cigar Association remains committed to helping our premium tobacco retail members. In an effort to help you continue to generate revenue during
- [COVID-19 Sanitation & Hygiene Guide for Retail Tobacconists](https://premiumcigars.org/covid-19-sanitation-hygiene-guide-for-retail-tobacconists/) - Erin R Holland, Marketing & Communications Manager | May 5, 2020 To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, retailers should have procedures and supplies in place to encourage proper hand and respiratory hygiene as well as routine cleaning and disinfection of high-risk locations. Quick Checklist Train employees on cleaning, disinfecting, and protective measures, per CDC guidelines Have
- [Temporary Liability Protection During COVID-19](https://premiumcigars.org/temporary-liability-protection-during-covid-19/) - The following message was sent to Congressional Staff expressing PCA’s policy position on Temporary Liability Protections during COVID-19 based on input from PCA retail and manufacturer members. As the national discourse shifts toward phased reopening of the economy, the Premium Cigar Association, representing over 3,000 specialty retailers, 30,000+ employees and over 250 manufacturers, requests your
- [Digitizing Your Brick and Mortar Business in the Wake of COVID-19: A Guide for PCA Retailers](https://premiumcigars.org/digitizing-your-brick-and-mortar-business-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-a-guide-for-pca-retailers/) - Erin R Holland, PCA & Harris Saunders, Cigars & More As we continue to adjust to a new way of life amidst the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, brick and mortar retailers are forced to re-evaluate business operations in order to remain open. While many have been forced to limit hours or close the doors,
- [Fourth Circuit Appeals Dismissed](https://premiumcigars.org/fourth-circuit-appeals-dismissed/) - Tuesday, May 5, 2020 (Washington, DC)—Yesterday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit issued a ruling on the appeals of the U.S. District Court of Maryland’s decisions in the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) case. In sum, the court dismissed the appeal on procedural grounds, claiming that January 2, 2020, FDA guidance mooted
- [PCA Sends Letter to Senate Small Business Committee and Chairman Marco Rubio](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-sends-letter-to-senate-small-business-committee-and-chairman-marco-rubio/) - Today, the Premium Cigar Association sent a letter addressed to the Senate Small Business Committee and Chairman Marco Rubio requesting additional small business COVID-19 relief measures that would benefit the premium cigar industry retailers and manufacturers. The PCA has been engaged with committee staff and has provided direct member feedback on existing programs to Congressional staff and
- [PCA Announces Cancellation of 2020 Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas Due to COVID-19](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-cancellation-of-2020-convention-trade-show-in-las-vegas-due-to-covid-19/) - WASHINGTON, DC— PCA announced today it will cancel the PCA Convention and Trade Show that was scheduled to take place July 10—14, 2020 at the Sands/Venetian Convention Center and Hotel due to public health and safety concerns related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “After much deliberation and careful discussions of every aspect of our annual
- [CDC Releases Reopening Guidance](https://premiumcigars.org/cdc-releases-reopening-guidance/) - The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released detailed guidance on systematic reopening of the American economy. In this report you will find specific guidelines and recommendations on the proper protocol to open retail businesses and lounges. As PCA members around the country continue to feel the effects of COVID-19 and the governmental response at the federal, state,
- [Tax Policy COVID-19 Relief Position Statement](https://premiumcigars.org/tax-policy-covid-19-relief-position-statement/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA), representing 3,000+ retail tobacconists, 30,000 employees, 250+ premium cigar manufacturers, and millions of consumers across the country, recognizes the extreme financial difficulties placed on our industry in the wake of COVID-19. PCA calls upon Congress and the Administration to take action to prevent layoffs, job loss, and small business closures
- [PCA Releases COVID-19 Federal Policy Blueprint for Recovery](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-releases-covid-19-federal-policy-blueprint-for-recovery/) - Across the country, COVID-19 has decimated small businesses in nearly every industry —limiting sales, requiring new protocols, shuttering stores, and resulting in droves of people heading to the unemployment line. The Federal government has provided several beneficial programs to mitigate the negative economic effects of the pandemic, such as the Paycheck Protection Program that has
- [PCA Supported PPP Reform Passes Congress](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-supported-ppp-reform-passes-congress/) - Yesterday evening, the Senate passed a Paycheck Protection Program reform bill (PPP Flexibility Act) that previously cleared the House of Representatives. The bill will quickly be sent to the President for signature. The reforms included in this bill have provisions that are supported by the Premium Cigar Association (PCA), are in the association’s Economic Blueprint for
- [Oppose Tax Hikes to Premium Cigars in Tennessee!](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-tax-hikes-to-premium-cigars-in-tennessee/) - The Tennessee General Assembly is considering two identical bills that would increase taxes on premium cigars in Tennessee. Rep. Bo Mitchell introduced HB 1213 and Senator Sara Kyle introduced SB 946, which would Increases the tax rate on all other tobacco products from 6.6% to 17% of the wholesale cost price! Whether you’re a manufacturer, retailer, or
- [Small Business Recovery Over Regulation](https://premiumcigars.org/small-business-recovery-over-regulation/) - Across the country, COVID-19 has decimated small businesses in nearly every industry —limiting sales, requiring new protocols, shuttering stores, and resulting in droves of people heading to the unemployment line. The Federal government has provided several beneficial programs to mitigate the negative economic effects of the pandemic such as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that
- [Supporting the American Consumer](https://premiumcigars.org/supporting-the-american-consumer/) - Download a PDF version: PCA Supporting the American Consumer As the national discussion shifts toward re-opening of the economy, it is critical to support consumers who participate in face-to-face retail transactions. Whether motivated by personal or business demands, consumers are the primary participants in restarting the economy. For the economy to recover under these conditions,
- [Colorado HB 1001 on Nicotine Product Regulation Passes Legislature](https://premiumcigars.org/colorado-hb-1001-on-nicotine-product-regulation-passes-legislature/) - Specifically, this measure raises the minimum age of a person to whom cigarettes, tobacco products, and nicotine products may be sold from 18 years of age to 21 years of age. In addition to raising the minimum age from 18 years of age to 21 years of age, the measure also repeals the criminal penalty for purchasing or
- [California Health Committee: Amend SB 793](https://premiumcigars.org/california-health-committee-amend-sb-793/) - Premium Cigars and pipe tobacco are being threatened by a flavored vape bill in California. The bill is not intended for premium cigars or pipe tobacco, but the legislation is crafted in a way that could include premium products. Premium cigars and pipe tobacco are sold in adult-only specialty stores and do not pose a
- [PCA Sends Letter of Support for the Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-sends-letter-of-support-for-the-continuing-small-business-recovery-and-paycheck-protection-program-act/) - The following is a letter PCA President John Anderson and Executive Director Scott Pearce sent to Senators Marco Rubio and Susan Collins in support of the recent Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act. Dear Chairman Rubio and Senator Collins: On behalf of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) representing over 3,000 retail tobacconists, 30,000
- [FDA Announces Potential Program for Premium Cigar Manufacturers to Request Deferral of Filing Substantial Equivalence Reports](https://premiumcigars.org/fda-announces-potential-program-for-premium-cigar-manufacturers-to-request-deferral-of-filing-substantial-equivalence-reports/) - In court filings last night, the FDA announced a potential new program relating to the requirement that premium cigar manufacturers submit substantial equivalence reports for a decade’s worth of products. Therein, the FDA explained a potential program for premium cigar manufacturers to apply to the FDA for it to consider exercising its discretion to defer
- [Characterizing Flavors Position Paper](https://premiumcigars.org/characterizing-flavors-position-paper/) - Given recent trends by anti-tobacco groups to utilize local ordinances and state legislation to prohibit flavored tobacco products or “characterizing flavors”, the Premium Cigar Association has formulated this document to provide context and clarity to it’s advocacy efforts and position. PCA will actively oppose legislation and regulations that prohibit the sale or marketing of non-flavored
- [Court Blocks FDA Product Approval Requirements for Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/court-blocks-fda-product-approval-requirements-for-premium-cigars/) - In the case of Cigar Association of America, the Premium Cigar Association, and Cigar Rights of America v. United States Food and Drug Administration et al., Judge Amit P. Mehta of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ruled in favor for the premium cigar industry and against the FDA. The Court held that the
- [Mehta Decision Explained](https://premiumcigars.org/mehta-decision-explained/) - On Wednesday, August 19th, Judge Amit P. Mehta of the District Court for the District of Columbia rendered his decision in the lawsuit brought by the premium cigar industry challenging aspects of the Deeming Rule and its application to premium cigars and certain other tobacco products. In announcing the decision, the court granted summary judgment
- [PCA Fact Sheet: California Senate Bill No. 793 (Flavored Tobacco Products)](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-fact-sheet-california-senate-bill-no-793-flavored-tobacco-products/) - On August 28, California’s governor signed into law Senate Bill No. 793, which generally prohibits California tobacco retailers from selling “flavored tobacco products” and “tobacco product flavor enhancers.” While PCA staff continue to evaluate the impacts of the legislation on members’ operations, we include below some initial takeaways. What qualifies as a “flavored tobacco product?” In
- [Cash Strapped States and The Politics of Distraction…Prepare Now, to Fight off 2021 Threats](https://premiumcigars.org/cash-strapped-states-and-the-politics-of-distractionprepare-now-to-fight-off-2021-threats/) - By: Glynn Loope, Executive Director, Cigar Rights of America & Josh Habursky, Director of Government Affairs, Premium Cigar Association No one really ‘wishes time away,’ but obviously 2020 has taxed everyone’s patience in this regard. As we are all aware, between a global pandemic, historic economic trauma, political gridlock, regulatory uncertainty and a looming national election,
- [PCA Beats Back Local Government Power Grab](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-beats-back-local-government-power-grab/) - LANSING, MI—The Premium Cigar Association won a small victory last week in fending off an increased layer of bureaucracy for cigar retailer to contend with in Michigan. The issue of Tobacco 21 had been essentially put to rest many months ago when the Federal Government imposed the statutory age restriction for purchase of tobacco nationwide. In the wake of Congressional approval, states are
- [Veiled State Threats to Premium Tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/veiled-state-threats-to-premium-tobacco/) - Tobacco control policy has had dramatic shifts over the past few years and these shifts have exacerbated over recent months due to the pandemic. Premium tobacconists and PCA members must be vigilant of veiled threats to their small businesses in states and localities. The association advocacy staff have witnessed three recent trends in state legislation
- [PCA Announces Staff Returns](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-staff-returns/) - Oct 12, 2020, Washington, DC – The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that Erin Holland, Head of Marketing and Communications, has returned from furlough. Her first day back in the office full time is Monday, October 12, 2020. “The PCA is pleased to bring Erin back full time and want to thank her for her
- [PCA To Host “Unlocked: An Exclusive Cigar Experience”](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-to-host-unlocked-an-exclusive-cigar-experience/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is excited to announce a new in-person event! This exclusive one-of-a-kind experience will feature hand-crafted premium cigars and bourbon on Wednesday, October 28th at the outside patios of Pamplona and Bar Bao in the Clarendon neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia! Tickets are now on sale here (and expected to sell out quickly). Presented by the Premium Cigar Association and
- [Educating Policymakers on The Nuances of Premium Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/educating-policymakers-on-the-nuances-of-premium-cigars/) - From Capitol Hill to State Legislatures to the Food & Drug Administration, 2020 was a monumental year for differentiating premium cigars from other tobacco products. In 2019, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) took on an aggressive campaign, meeting with nearly 500 lawmakers on the distinctiveness of premium cigars and drawing upon a decade of public
- [2020 Post-Election Analysis: Ballot Initiatives](https://premiumcigars.org/2020-post-election-analysis-ballot-initiatives/) - This election cycle featured two tobacco tax increases and a minimum wage increase. All three of these measures passed. The specifics are outlined below: Florida Minimum Wage Voters in Florida raised its minimum wage to $15 an hour by steps through 2026 — becoming the eighth state to adopts such legislation. The Sunshine State’s Amendment
- [PCA Announces Government Affairs Restructure](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-government-affairs-restructure/) - Washington, DC, November 13, 2020 — To meet the demands, challenges, and opportunities for both federal and state advocacy, the PCA is making several strategic shifts to bolster overall government affairs effectiveness. These changes have gradually begun early this year through new program development and budget reprioritization. As we approach 2021, PCA is also making some
- [PCA Urges Congress to Fix PPP Tax Loophole](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-urges-congress-to-fix-ppp-tax-loophole/) - PCA Executive Director Scott Pearce and President John Anderson sent a letter to Congress today urging them to take action to fix the PPP tax loophole that would cost small businesses upwards of $120 billion in lost deductions and would prevent PCA members from claiming payroll and rent from money granted through PPP on their
- [PCA’s Head of Government Affairs Named 2020 Top Lobbyist](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-head-of-government-affairs-named-2020-top-lobbyist/) - WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 10, 2020 — PCA’s Head of Government Affairs Joshua Habursky was awarded the distinction of The Hill newspaper 2020 Top Lobbyists list. This is the third time Habursky has received this designation and previously won for his grassroots efforts as the Chairman of the Grassroots Professional Network for two consecutive years. As the Head of
- [House and Senate Reach COVID-19-Relief Compromise](https://premiumcigars.org/house-and-senate-reach-covid-19-relief-compromise/) - The House of Representatives and Senate reached a compromise that will be voted on later today. The 5,000-page bill includes several key provisions that were supported by the Premium Cigar Association and measures that will aid both retailers and manufacturers in COVID-19 recovery. The measure is a $900 Billon bill that features stimulus checks, unemployment
- [Oppose Flavor Ban in Indiana](https://premiumcigars.org/oppose-flavor-ban-in-indiana/) - Indiana State Representative Carolyn Jackson has introduced H.B. 1076 that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products. The prohibition includes an overly broad term of “characterizing flavor.” This bill also calls for a Class C misdemeanor, and allows the State Alcohol and Tobacco Commission to revoke a retail certificate. This overly broad approach could
- [FDA Releases Final SE and PMTA Rules](https://premiumcigars.org/fda-releases-final-se-and-pmta-rules/) - Last night, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) released the Final Substantial Equivalence (SE) and Premarket Tobacco Product Application (PMTA) Rules to address deemed products. While the rules apply regulations to a wide variety of products, FDA stopped short of applying the new regulations to “premium cigars” acknowledging
- [What are we up against?](https://premiumcigars.org/what-are-we-up-against/) - Bloomberg Philanthropies recently donated another $420 Million “to reduce” tobacco use globally. Since 2005 the organization has been a key financier of front groups, associations, and coalitions to go after all things smoking and tobacco related. Bloomberg Philanthropies proudly acknowledges that global smoking continues to decline and yet the organizations receiving their money run around
- [TAA Donates $50,000 to PCA to Aid State Advocacy](https://premiumcigars.org/taa-donates-50000-to-pca-to-aid-state-advocacy/) - [Washington, DC, Jan. 27, 2021] The Tobacconist Association of America (TAA) Board of Directors voted at their Winter Meeting to donate $50,000 to the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) to aid in the industry’s growing work in local and state legislation impacting the premium cigar and pipe industry. “The PCA would like to thank the TAA for
- [From the Field & Farms: Notes from Nicaragua](https://premiumcigars.org/from-the-field-farms-notes-from-nicaragua/) - It is an honor to talk to policymakers about premium cigars to protect small businesses brick and mortar retailers and family-owned manufacturers working for the Premium Cigar Association. Not a day goes by where I do not think about, speak about, and smoke premium cigars since joining the team almost two years ago. This past
- [Tatuaje Donates $10,000 to PCA to Support Retailers in State Advocacy](https://premiumcigars.org/tatuaje-donates-10000-to-pca-to-support-retailers-in-state-advocacy/) - [Washington, DC, Feb. 11, 2021] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that Pete Johnson, President and Founder of Tatuaje Cigars, has donated $10,000 to the PCA’s state advoacacy program to help the brick and mortar retailers defend against the onslaught of proposed tax hikes and smoking and flavor bans. “I want to personally thank Pete Johnson
- [Tarazona Cigars Donates $10,000 to PCA State Advocacy Fund](https://premiumcigars.org/tarazona-cigars-donates-10000-to-pca-state-advocacy-fund/) - [Washington, DC, Feb. 16, 2021] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that Eddie Tarazona, Founder of Tarazona Cigars, has donated $10,000 to the PCA’s state advoacacy program to help the brick and mortar retailers defend against the onslaught of proposed tax hikes and smoking and flavor bans. “On behalf of the premium cigar retailers, I want
- [How to Start a Cigar Shop in Your State](https://premiumcigars.org/how-to-start-a-cigar-shop-in-your-state/) - DISCLAIMER: The information found below is for informational purposes only, we are not providing legal advice and, do not claim to be attorneys. All of the attached information can be used to guide a new retail tobacconist but, we heavily suggest you seek the advice of counsel prior to and during the process. A NOTE: There is
- [PCA Launches New Members-Only Product HUB](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-new-members-only-product-hub/) - [Washington, DC, March 27, 2021] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that it is launching a brand new online platform for manufacturers to offer special deals, limited edition cigars, and PCA exclusives direct to PCA retail members. The PCA Product HUB is scheduled to launch on April 1, 2021 with the following products: Rocky Patel 20th Anniversary Natural
- [Two Anti-Tobacco Bills Defeated in Kentucky](https://premiumcigars.org/two-anti-tobacco-bills-defeated-in-kentucky/) - This week two anti-tobacco bills failed upon adjournment in the Kentucky legislature. Both bills (SB 258 and HB 147) were opposed by the Premium Cigar Association and a coalition of retailers, employees, consumers, and manufacturers who stepped up to voice their concerns against this harmful legislation. SB 258 was a measure that would remove protections against employment discrimination based upon
- [PCA Announces Hiring of Glynn Loope as State Advocacy Director](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-hiring-of-glynn-loope-as-state-advocacy-director/) - [Washington, DC, April 1, 2021] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today that Glynn Loope has officically joined PCA as the full time director of state advocacy. Loope will spearhead all state and local advocacy for the PCA in the continued fight against regulatory overreach, increased taxes, and smoking bans. Loope was most recently the executive
- [The Trojan Horse of Youth Access](https://premiumcigars.org/the-trojan-horse-of-youth-access/) - This year during legislative sessions in Montana and North Dakota, members introduced bills to permit cigar bars or lounges, as exemptions to their clean air act statutes. Before the story goes further, it’s important to note that this is a model for others across the nation, and a message for all that have a passion
- [PCA Represents Premium Cigar Industry Before National Academy of Sciences](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-represents-premium-cigar-industry-before-national-academy-of-sciences/) - [Washington, DC, April 20, 2021] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) kicked off a series of presentations to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee on Health Effects and Patterns of Use of Premium Cigars this afternoon. PCA’s Head of Government Affairs Joshua Habursky presented an opening statement on the preliminary research questions of the
- [PCA Gets Approval for Smoking on Show Floor, Opens Registration & Offers New Rewards Packages](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-gets-approval-for-smoking-on-show-floor-opens-registration-offers-new-rewards-packages/) - Friday, April 30, 2021, Washington, DC – The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced Tuesday that the 2021 Annual Convention & Trade Show is confirmed to take place July 9-13, 2021 at the Sands/Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. The PCA officially opened registration and its hotel block Tuesday. Over the past several months, the PCA has worked diligently
- [Leading Cigar Manufacturers Announce their Support and Presence at the PCA 2021 in a Historic Joint Press Release](https://premiumcigars.org/leading-cigar-manufacturers-announce-their-support-and-presence-at-the-pca-2021-in-a-historic-joint-press-release/) - “We truly believe that members of the PCA are an extension of our family, and the annual trade show is the single most important event in keeping our families strong and successful. I’m here for you because we are here together.”Carlos “Carlito” Fuente Jr., Chairman – Arturo Fuente These are the most significant years in the history of
- [Tax Increase Defeated in Maine](https://premiumcigars.org/tax-increase-defeated-in-maine/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today commended the action by the Maine House of Representatives to defeat the proposed tobacco tax increase, that would have increased the tax on premium cigars to 86% of the wholesale price. PCA also recognized the efforts of Maine PCA member Ken Nagle and his employees throughout the state, who
- [Top 20 Premium Cigar Policy Issues Briefs](https://premiumcigars.org/top-20-premium-cigar-policy-issues-briefs/) - Federal Tax – Large Cigar/Small Cigar/Pipe Tobacco Excise Tobacco excise is a significant source of revenue for the Federal Government, but more often it is used as a means to manipulate consumer choice by raising the price of tobacco. This has been an open recommendation by anti-tobacco advocates in their effort to eliminate cigarette use. However, diminishing
- [Victories and Engagement in 2021](https://premiumcigars.org/victories-and-engagement-in-2021/) - The Premium Cigar Association in Partnership with Retail Tobacconists in the States During the course of the last six months, the Premium Cigar Association has been engaged with nation’s retail tobacconists as the industry confronted a diverse slate of issues during the course of the 2021 state legislative session. The following represents the significant issues
- [New Cigar Bar Ordinance Approved](https://premiumcigars.org/new-cigar-bar-ordinance-approved/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) extended its appreciation and recognition this week to the members of the Augusta, Georgia Commission that approved a new cigar bar ordinance, allowing for establishments where discerning adults can gather to enjoy premium handmade cigars, once again. Under the leadership of Augusta City Commissioner Jordon Johnson, and 8-2 vote advanced
- [Montgomery County Council Implements Process to Keep Cigar Lounges Open](https://premiumcigars.org/montgomery-county-council-implements-process-to-keep-cigar-lounges-open/) - PCA and the Premium Cigar Retailers Association of Maryland Successful in efforts to safely keep open Montgomery County cigar lounges. [Rockville, Maryland, August 6, 2021] Premium Cigar Retailers and consumers alike were pleased yesterday as the Montgomery County Council implemented a process that will enable Premium Cigar lounges to safely remain open as the County again
- [PCA Launches $60K in 60 Days Campaign to Support Premium Tobacco Industry](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-60k-in-60-days-campaign-to-support-premium-tobacco-industry/) - [Washington, DC, Aug. 18, 2021] On August 2, 2021, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) launched a new campaign to raise funds for its’ advocacy work on behalf of the premium tobacco industry. The goal is to raise $60,000 in 60 days with monies raised going directly to support the PCA’s advocacy efforts on the local, state
- [Tell Congress NO To Tobacco Tax Hikes!](https://premiumcigars.org/tell-congress-no-to-tobacco-tax-hikes/) - The House Ways & Means Democratic staff has begun circulating a list of priorities and revenue raisers for the “Human Infrastructure” bill that will be voted on in coming weeks through the reconciliation process that only requires a simple majority (51 votes) in the Senate. This is the first step in this process and unfortunately the
- [5 Steps for Retailers to Get Consumers Involved to Ax the Tax](https://premiumcigars.org/5-steps-for-retailers-to-get-consumers-involved-to-ax-the-tax/) - The proposed tax increase under consideration in Congress could see tax increases in excess of 1000% for premium cigars and pipe tobacco. This is a credible threat to PCA members, and the premium cigar industry and we need you to mobilize your employees and customers. Below is a list of what you can do to
- [PCA Announces First Ever International Policy Summit](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-first-ever-international-policy-summit/) - Thurs, September 30, 2021, Washington, DC —On October 6, 2021, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) will hold a virtual International Policy Summit, hosted in collaboration with Light ‘em Up Lounge. This Inaugural Summit will cover a broad range of topics of note for the premium tobacco industry, including tax, trade, commerce and the impacts of
- [PCA Hosts Successful International Policy Summit](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-hosts-successful-international-policy-summit/) - On October 6, 2021, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) held a virtual International Policy Summit, hosted in collaboration with Light ‘em Up Lounge. This Inaugural Summit brought together leaders from around the globe to discuss key topics for the premium tobacco industry, including tax, trade, commerce and the impacts of the charitable efforts and community of
- [Tobacco Tax Equity Stripped from the Build Back Better Act](https://premiumcigars.org/tobacco-tax-equity-stripped-from-the-build-back-better-act/) - Tobacco Tax Equity has been a top priority by anti-tobacco activists seeking to price informed adult consumers out of the market. Under the false premise that all tobacco products are interchangeable and equally hazardous to health, it would have fundamentally changed the current risk-based tax formula. The new formula would equate all tobacco products to cigarettes, then
- [North Carolina creates .30 cent tax cap on premium handmade cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/north-carolina-creates-30-cent-tax-cap-on-premium-handmade-cigars/) - The Premium Cigar Association commends last night’s signature of North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and the action by the North Carolina legislature to create a .30 tax cap on the sale of premium handmade cigars. The approval of the tax cap allows North Carolina to join over a dozen states with a tax cap measure,
- [PCA Receives National Recognition for Lobbying](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-receives-national-recognition-for-lobbying/) - The Premium Cigar Association’s (PCA) Head of Government Affairs Joshua Habursky received The Hills Top Lobbyist Distinction for the 4th year in a row. Published annually, this list represents “the people who stand out for delivering results for their clients in the halls of Congress and the administration”. In 2017, Habursky received this award for the first time
- [2021 Retail Tobacconist Guide to Holiday Readiness](https://premiumcigars.org/2021-retail-tobacconist-guide-to-holiday-readiness/) - While it may be late in the year, it is never too late to start planning for the holiday shopping season! And with increased supply-chain shortages and shipping delays, consumer demand for products has also increased. What does this mean? More customers will be frequenting your stores in person and online, giving you the perfect
- [PCA’s 2021 Government Affairs Highlights: No New Taxes](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-2021-government-affairs-highlights-no-new-taxes/) - Federal 2021 was a strong year for the Premium Cigar Association’s advocacy efforts and the support of its membership. Consumers, retailers, and manufacturers all felt the positive effects of a strong PCA advocacy presence at both the federal and state levels. PCA led efforts against the Tobacco Tax Equity Act and its inclusion in the
- [PCA Announces New Board Structure and Mission Statement](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-new-board-structure-and-mission-statement/) - [Washington, DC, Jan 11, 2022] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today a new mission statement for the organization as well as an expanded board of directors structure. These changes came as a result of a PCA board strategic planning session that assessed the current state of the industry and the association and how to best
- [New Zealand’s proposed tobacco restrictions might be closer to US shores than you think](https://premiumcigars.org/new-zealands-proposed-tobacco-restrictions-might-be-closer-to-us-shores-than-you-think/) - The prohibitionist movement in different industries has taken many forms throughout the last 100 years. In 1922, the United States outlawed alcohol for consumption by the general public. 100 years later there is a new goal for the prohibitionist movement focused on tobacco products. This may seem farfetched, but this is exactly what is happening
- [Hearing Preparation Toolkit for PCA Members](https://premiumcigars.org/hearing-preparation-toolkit-for-pca-members/) - The Basics Hearings are a tool used by the state and federal legislatures to engage with the public, specifically with those members of the public who are distinctly affected by the proposed legislation or policies for which the hearings are being conducted. Hearing participants are also selected based on their expertise in a particular subject
- [PCA on the Subject of Responsible Marketing](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-on-the-subject-of-responsible-marketing/) - Our industry’s greatest argument against overregulation is that we do not fall into the scope of concerns levied against most tobacco or vapor products. Even the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) acknowledges premium cigars and pipes have a negligible impact on youth tobacco consumption and, according to the latest government studies, adult consumption patterns are
- [PCA Announces Bold New Advocacy Initiative](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-bold-new-advocacy-initiative/) - [Washington, DC, Feb 8, 2022] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today the development and release of its new strategic advocacy plan known as Vision 50: A Decade of Action. The plan focuses on a proactive approach to spearhead policy and legislative advocacy to benefit specialty tobacco retailing and will be synced with the association’s efforts to
- [PCA’s NASEM Study Notes & Noteworthy: The Good, the Bad and the Inconclusive](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-nasem-study-notes-noteworthy-the-good-the-bad-and-the-inconclusive/) - On March 10th the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine released a study on Premium Cigars: Patterns of Use, Marketing, And Health Effects. This study was broken down into those three categories, patterns of use, marketing, and health effects. These categories highlight the major areas of concern for tobacco products as a whole but,
- [Let’s Not Candy Coat the Situation](https://premiumcigars.org/lets-not-candy-coat-the-situation/) - The words “government” and “common sense” are not often used in the same sentence and being the target of legislation and regulation as an industry isn’t an ideal situation. The current state of affairs should cause all of us to pause for a moment to reflect on ways the premium cigar industry can “keep the government
- [Premium Cigar Tax Cap Analysis Approved in Wyoming](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-tax-cap-analysis-approved-in-wyoming/) - [Washington, DC, April 12, 2022] On March 10, Wyoming State Representative Chuck Gray as a member of the legislature’s Joint Revenue Committee, made a request that an analysis for a premium cigar tax cap be incorporated into the committee’s annual work plan, as the legislature may consider a tax cap in the next legislative session. Representative
- [Delaware House Committee Advances Premium Cigar Tax Reduction](https://premiumcigars.org/delaware-house-committee-advances-premium-cigar-tax-reduction/) - Dover, Delaware, April 14, 2022 — Yesterday the Delaware House Revenue & Finance Committee voted to advance SB 131 by a vote of 10-2 with one abstention which will now head to the House Appropriations Committee before reaching the Assembly floor. The legislation championed by State Senator Laura Sturgeon has already cleared the Senate and would lower
- [PCA Launches International Diplomatic Premium Cigar Policy Roundtable in London](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-international-diplomatic-premium-cigar-policy-roundtable-in-london/) - Under the theme “Education and Private-Public sector collaboration: Essential to protect, nurture and develop the artisanal premium cigar industry”, the Premium Cigar Association launched last week in London the first International Diplomatic Premium Cigar Policy Roundtable, in partnership with the Ambassadors and senior diplomatic representatives of the world’s major cigar producing nations, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic
- [FDA Announces Proposed Flavored Cigar Product Standards Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/fda-announces-proposed-flavored-cigar-product-standards-rule/) - Today, the Food & Drug Administration and the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) announced their “Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars” proposed rule, which would prohibit characterizing flavoring in all cigars. On March 10th the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) was the first stakeholder group to meet with the Office of Management & Budget, Office
- [Summary of the Proposes Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/summary-of-the-proposes-tobacco-product-standard-for-characterizing-flavors-in-cigars/) - Why did this happen? Despite a general decrease in tobacco consumption over the past ten years, the FDA has identified flavored cigars as a tobacco product category increasingly favored by under-age smokers at a rate near that of cigarettes. FDA believes eliminating this category will lead to reduced youth consumption of tobacco, particularly among minority
- [Premium Cigar Industry Argues Case Against Deeming Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-industry-argues-case-against-deeming-rule/) - (Washington, DC) Today, representatives from PCA, including President Greg Zimmerman, attended oral arguments in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia presented before Judge Amit P. Mehta in the case of Cigar Association of America et al. v. FDA. The case concerns the FDA’s 2016 “Deeming Rule,” which granted the FDA the
- [Clearing the Smoke—What’s Really Behind FDA’s Proposed Flavor Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/clearing-the-smoke-whats-really-behind-fdas-proposed-flavor-rule/) - In a country where consumers have to be 21 years or older to even purchase tobacco, how do activists justify more government intervention? The standard measure has always been the 30-day youth tobacco consumption rate. This rate has been in steady decline for decades, which is an inconvenient truth when your job requires a public health
- [Oral Arguments: Case Notes](https://premiumcigars.org/oral-arguments-case-notes/) - Following oral arguments conducted on May 23rd, 2022 in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in the case of Cigar Association of America et al. v. FDA, PCA prepared the following notes to outline topics covered by the cigar industry and the Food & Drug Administration. These notes were prepared to give PCA
- [PCA Launches Retailer Grassroots Campaign Against Flavor Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-retailer-grassroots-campaign-against-flavor-rule/) - The Premium Cigar Association is unveiling a new microsite https://fightflavorbans.com/ to afford retailers the opportunity to weigh in on the FDA’s recent action on flavored cigars. The Food & Drug Administration is proposing the Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars that would in effect ban flavored cigars. Based on a recent membership survey 93% of
- [PCA Joins European Cigar Manufacturers Association in Commenting on the European Commission’s Legislative Framework for Tobacco Control](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-joins-european-cigar-manufacturers-association-in-commenting-on-the-european-commissions-legislative-framework-for-tobacco-control/) - [Friday, June 17, 2022] Today the Premium Cigar Association submitted a comment to the European Commission in reference to its “Framework for Tobacco Control” related to the 2040 Tobacco Free agenda. This agenda would ultimately lead to the ban of sale and use of any tobacco or nicotine derived device from the European Union market by 2040.
- [PCA Files Comments Opposing FDA Flavored Cigar Proposed Rule](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-files-comments-opposing-fda-flavored-cigar-proposed-rule/) - [Fri, July 29, 2022 — Washington, DC] Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) filed public comments opposing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) proposed rule entitled “Tobacco Product Standard for Characterizing Flavors in Cigars.” The proposed rule would prohibit the manufacture, distribution, and sale of cigars, or any of their components or parts, with a
- [Coalition Calls For Defeat of Prop. 31](https://premiumcigars.org/coalition-calls-for-defeat-of-prop-31/) - In August of 2020 the State of California passed SB 793, prohibiting the sale of all flavored tobacco products and the Governor proceeded to sign it into law on August 28, 2020. Three days later this law was challenged using the state’s veto referendum mechanism before the ban could take effect. On November 8, 2022,
- [PCA Attends BCAA’s Smoke at the Creek Cigar Festival](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-attends-bcaas-smoke-at-the-creek-cigar-festival/) - This past weekend the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) was invited to join the Boutique Cigar Association of America for their annual Smoke at the Creek Cigar Festival where Ryan Parada Government Affairs Manager for the association represented PCA at the event. Located right outside Indianapolis Indiana, the Smoke at the Creek is held at the
- [PCA Objects to New Zealand’s Smokefree Environments Bill](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-objects-to-new-zealands-smokefree-environments-bill/) - [Mon, August 22, 2022 — Washington, DC] Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) submitted evidence to be considered by the New Zealand Parliament in an effort to revise the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Smoked Tobacco) Amendment Bill. This bill, unaltered, would significantly limit the number of retailers able to sell premium cigars and removes the
- [2022 Retail Tobacconist Guide to Holiday Readiness: Top Tips for Slaying the Season!](https://premiumcigars.org/2022-retail-tobacconist-guide-to-holiday-readiness-top-tips-for-slaying-the-season/) - A new season is coming, and if you’re in the retail game, you know I’m not just talking about Fall. With recent supply-chain shortages and shipping delays, this year the holiday shopping season is getting a much earlier start. In fact, by the time you read this, I wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve already had shoppers come
- [PCA Objects to Malaysia’s Generational Smoking Ban Bill](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-objects-to-malaysias-generational-smoking-ban-bill/) - [Washington, DC, Sept 2, 2022] Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) submitted evidence for consideration by the Members of the Parliamentary Select Committee and Health Minister for Malaysia to revise The Control of Tobacco Product and Smoking Bill. The bill in its’ current form removes the ability of adults to make decisions for themselves in the future. The year
- [PCA Hosts Introductory Meeting with Center for Tobacco Products Leadership](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-hosts-introductory-meeting-with-center-for-tobacco-products-leadership/) - [Washington DC, Sept 7, 2022] Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) briefed Dr. Brian King, the new Director of the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), on the industry’s issue set and the association’s priorities. The briefing, which was one of Dr. King’s first engagements with stakeholders, covered material facts about the uniqueness of the products, legislative
- [PCA Position Statement on Pipe Tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-position-statement-on-pipe-tobacco/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is committed to defending premium cigars and pipe tobacco from legislative and regulatory overreach. Although the words “pipe tobacco” were removed from the Association’s name, efforts to protect this product category remain steadfast. The Association recognizes the importance of pipe tobacco in many retail tobacco shops and lounges, which is
- [PayPal is a ‘TOS’ Up on Premium Cigar Sales](https://premiumcigars.org/paypal-is-a-tos-up-on-premium-cigar-sales/) - Private companies putting up barriers is the new frontier for anti-tobacco rules. Big business wants to control what you can and cannot sell, they want to control what products are suggested to you and influence the decisions you make in your daily lives. With government legislation and regulations, PCA has the power to step in
- [California Coalition Calls for Defeat of Prop. 31](https://premiumcigars.org/california-coalition-calls-for-defeat-of-prop-31/) - In August of 2020 the State of California passed SB 793, prohibiting the sale of all flavored tobacco products and the Governor proceeded to sign it into law on August 28, 2020. Three days later this law was challenged using the state’s veto referendum mechanism before the ban could take effect. On November 8, 2022,
- [A Victory on the Field Deserves to Be Remembered… with a Great Cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/a-victory-on-the-field-deserves-to-be-remembered-with-a-great-cigar/) - As we approach the college football rivalry game of Alabama v. Tennessee, it is timely to bring up the tradition of Alabama fans smoking premium cigars upon victory at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Whether you are an Alabama fan or not, it is nice to see a high-profile tradition surrounding the enjoyment of premium
- [PCA’s Commitment to International Engagement](https://premiumcigars.org/pcas-commitment-to-international-engagement/) - The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is committed to defending and promoting premium cigar and pipe tobacco retailers and manufacturers around the world. Although the word “International” was removed from the Association’s name, efforts to protect all of our members across borders remain steadfast. PCA recognizes the importance of protecting our international partners, which is why
- [PCA Presents to Reagan Udall Foundation: Recommends Changes to FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-presents-to-reagan-udall-foundation-recommends-changes-to-fdas-center-for-tobacco-products/) - [Washington, DC — Oct 24, 2022] Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) presented to the Reagan Udall Foundation’s Independent Expert Panel conducting the operational evaluation of certain activities of the Food & Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products. PCA was represented by the association’s President Greg Zimmerman of The Tobacco Company (Harrisburg, PA) and PCA Deputy
- [PCA Announces Promotion of Ryan Parada, Expands Role to Include International Policy and Program](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-announces-promotion-of-ryan-parada-expands-role-to-include-international-policy-and-program/) - [Washington, DC — Nov 16, 2022] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today the promotion of Government Affairs Manager Ryan Parada to Senior Manager, Government Affairs and International Policy. The announcement comes on the eve of PCA’s second annual international policy summit. Parada has been with PCA for over two years, most of which has been
- [Premium Cigar Association, Two Day Policy Summit](https://premiumcigars.org/premium-cigar-association-two-day-policy-summit/) - On November 16th and 17th, the Premium Cigar Association hosted the 2nd Annual Policy Summit, with Day 1 centered around US Domestic Policy and Day 2 focused on International Policy. DAY 1—US Domestic Policy: PCA hosted day one of the summit at the US Capitol Visitors Center. Joining PCA for opening remarks was Congressman Dan Meuser
- [PCA Launches First International Grassroots Campaign in Canada](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launches-first-international-grassroots-campaign-in-canada/) - [Washington, DC — Dec 19, 2022] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is proud to announce the launch of its first grassroots campaign in Canada using the cigaraction.org alert center. This campaign will engage and mobilize premium cigar retailers, and enthusiasts across the country to support and defend the rights of cigar smokers. For many years, cigar smokers in
- [Reagan Udall Foundation Releases Report on CTP Structural and Operational Concerns](https://premiumcigars.org/reagan-udall-foundation-releases-report-on-ctp-structural-and-operational-concerns/) - [Washington, DC — Dec 20, 2022] The Reagan Udall Foundation (RUF) recently released an Operational Evaluation of Certain Components of FDA’s Tobacco Program report. The report, which focused on the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), made several recommendations for improving the regulatory, enforcement, and compliance processes. The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) provided
- [Lisa Sigler Joins PCA](https://premiumcigars.org/lisa-sigler-joins-pca/) - [Washington, DC, Jan. 16, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is pleased to announce the addition of Lisa Sigler to the team. Sigler has been in the industry for 13 years, getting her start as office manager and executive assistant for La Palina Cigars in 2010. In 2017, Sigler gravitated towards sales and worked as an
- [Waco Texas Reverses New Cigar Lounge Ban](https://premiumcigars.org/waco-texas-reverses-new-cigar-lounge-ban/) - [Washington, DC — January 18, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) actively supported the Waco Texas City Council’s effort to reverse a ban on opening new cigar lounges that passed unanimously last night. PCA’s Director of State Advocacy, Glynn Loope, sent letters of support to the Council and Mayor’s office showcasing how the ordinance would generate
- [PCA Critiques CDC Polling Release](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-critiques-cdc-polling-release/) - [Washington, DC, Feb 7, 2023] The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recently released polling results from 2021 claiming the majority of US adults are in favor of banning all tobacco products, however, the validity of the results is questionable due to multiple factors. The data is based on a single survey (SpringStyles 2021) that CDC acknowledged did NOT meet
- [California Introduces Generational Smoking Ban!](https://premiumcigars.org/california-introduces-generational-smoking-ban/) - [Washington, DC – Feb. 15, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is calling on all cigar retailers, consumers and those who care about the future of the premium cigar sector in California to join in opposing Assembly Bill 935, introduced by California Assembly member Damon Connolly. If passed, AB 935 would prohibit anyone born after January
- [CTP’s Response to the Reagan-Udall Foundation Report](https://premiumcigars.org/ctps-response-to-the-reagan-udall-foundation-report/) - The Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) has responded to the recommendations of an independent expert panel facilitated by the Reagan-Udall Foundation, which conducted an operational evaluation of the CTP at the request of FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf. The final report, issued on Dec. 19, 2022, included 15 recommendations across various areas, which the CTP
- [Mary Szarmach Elected to PCA Executive Committee](https://premiumcigars.org/mary-szarmach-elected-to-pca-executive-committee/) - [Washington, DC, Feb 28, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced today Mary Szarmach, Sr. V.P. Governmental & External Affairs at Smoker Friendly, has been elected as the incoming secretary on the PCA Executive Committee. Her term will begin July 11, 2023 at the PCA board meeting during the annual convention and trade show. “It is
- [Goals and Tactics of the Anti-Tobacco Groups](https://premiumcigars.org/goals-and-tactics-of-the-anti-tobacco-groups/) - The premium cigar and pipe tobacco industries have long been targets of organizations seeking to restrict or eliminate the use of tobacco in society. This paper will examine some of the tactics used by these groups in their efforts to marginalize industry producers, retailers, and consumers. These tactics include conflation of data, prohibition and virtue
- [PCA Submits Recommendations to OIRA](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-submits-recommendations-to-oira/) - The Premium Cigar Association submitted a comment to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) in response to their solicitation of feedback on “Broadening Public Engagement in the Federal Regulatory Process”. The association made several recommendations related to the public comment process, stakeholder outreach, and coordination to solicit other agencies’ expertise during
- [PCA Position Statement on FDA’s Proposed New Requirements for Tobacco Product Manufacturing Practices](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-position-statement-on-fdas-proposed-new-requirements-for-tobacco-product-manufacturing-practices/) - The Premium Cigar Association has completed its initial analysis of the Proposed Rule for Tobacco product Manufacturing Practices published in the Federal Register on March 10th, 2023. The nearly 300-page document contains several provisions that will affect the “business of specialty tobacco retailing” both domestically in the United States and commerce internationally. Because a federal
- [PCA Position Statement and Background on Tax Caps](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-position-statement-and-background-on-tax-caps/) - PCA Position/Strategy The Premium Cigar Association is actively working with state associations, retailers, and coalition partners to introduce and support tax cap legislation in the states. The goal of this state legislation is to reduce the tax burden on retailers and consumers, alike, and to create a robust marketplace to sell premium cigars. The association
- [STG Returns to PCA Trade Show with Forged Cigar Company](https://premiumcigars.org/stg-returns-to-pca-trade-show-with-forged-cigar-company/) - Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announces today that the company is returning as an exhibitor to the 2023 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show which takes place on July 7-11 at the Venetian Convention Center in Las Vegas. STG will feature the entire Forged Cigar Company portfolio at the show. This includes an array of brands
- [PCA Attends Honduran Embassy Event to Celebrate the Honduran Cigar Industry ](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-attends-honduran-embassy-event-to-celebrate-the-honduran-cigar-industry/) - Washington, D.C. – On March 22, 2023, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) was honored to be invited to an event hosted by the Honduran Embassy. The event, held at the Honduran Ambassador’s official residence in Washington, D.C., celebrated the craft of cigar making and featured fine Honduran cigars, cuisine, and spirits. Also in attendance were
- [Educate Before you Regulate](https://premiumcigars.org/educate-before-you-regulate/) - Dr. Robert Califf, the commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), recently testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee on the agency’s priorities and budget for the upcoming fiscal year. During his testimony, he touched on tobacco regulation and the coming release of the characterizing flavor rule, which should
- [Idaho Retail Tobacconists and PCA Announce Passage of New Tax Cap](https://premiumcigars.org/idaho-retail-tobacconists-and-pca-announce-passage-of-new-tax-cap/) - H.B. 330, Passes the Legislature, and is Signed by the Governor Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) in partnership with its member tobacconists of Idaho, are pleased to announce that Governor Brad Little has signed legislation calling for a fifty-cent tax cap on the sale of cigars. Over a year in the making, a coalition
- [PCA Applauds Governor Grisham’s Veto of Harmful Cigar Tax Increase in New Mexico](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-applauds-governor-grishams-veto-of-harmful-cigar-tax-increase-in-new-mexico/) - Washington, D.C. – The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today expressed its appreciation to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for vetoing the harmful 25% cigar tax hike in H.B. 547. The veto shields New Mexico premium cigar retailers from the adverse consequences such a drastic tax increase would have on their business. PCA Director of State Advocacy,
- [PCA and CRA Applaud North Dakota’s Passing of HB 1229](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-and-cra-applaud-north-dakotas-passing-of-hb-1229/) - Washington, D.C. – Today, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) and Cigar Rights of America (CRA) celebrate the passage of HB 1229 in North Dakota, which allows the establishment of cigar lounges in the state. The legislation was signed yesterday by Governor Doug Burgum. PCA’s Director of State Advocacy, Glynn Loope, provided testimony in support of

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- [Best of the Leaf Awards](https://premiumcigars.org/best-of-the-leaf-awards/) - The PCA Best of the Leaf Awards recognizes retailers who have demonstrated the highest standards of excellence in aesthetics, merchandising, humidor selection and presentation, and customer service. The goal of the PCA Best of the Leaf Awards is not only to recognize and support excellent retail operators around the country, but to showcase the best
- [State Advocacy](https://premiumcigars.org/advocacy/state-advocacy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/State-advocacy_hero.jpg” custom_padding=”131px||134px|||” custom_padding_tablet=”50px||50px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”80px||80px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_text_color=”#8b9395″ text_font_size=”20px” text_letter_spacing=”1px” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_font_size=”72pt” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font=”Poppins|||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”28px” header_2_letter_spacing=”2px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_padding=”39px|||||” custom_padding_tablet=”39px|||||” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_align_tablet=”center” header_text_align_phone=”center” header_text_align_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_font_size_tablet=”52px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_text_align_tablet=”center” header_2_text_align_phone=”center” header_2_text_align_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_main_element=”font-size: clamp(30px, 4vw, 60px);” global_colors_info=”{}”] State Advocacy [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text
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- [Advocacy News](https://premiumcigars.org/advocacy-news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Hero Section” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#000000″ background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/tobacco-leaves.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”7.1%||1.1%|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”24px” header_font=”||||||||” header_font_size=”90px” header_line_height=”1.1em” header_2_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” module_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”72px” header_font_size_phone=”48px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] PCA News Hub Read the latest industry news [/et_pb_text][et_pb_search exclude_pages=”off” placeholder=”Search the latest PCA News” button_color=”#68A08B” placeholder_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31)” _builder_version=”4.27.3″
- [2025 PCA Board Nominations](https://premiumcigars.org/2025-pca-board-nominations/)
- [Associate Membership](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/associate-membership/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”_initial” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”1deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”#000000 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hero_1.jpg” custom_padding=”10vw||0px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”20vw||0px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20vw||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Associate Membership” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”_initial” title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”88px” title_line_height=”110%” max_width=”1080px” custom_margin=”||9px|||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” title_font_size_tablet=”48px” title_font_size_phone=”24px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”24px” text_line_height_tablet=”1.5em” text_line_height_phone=”1.5em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”] Open to manufacturers, distributors
- [Retailer Membership](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/retailer/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”_initial” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”1deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”#000000 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hero_1.jpg” custom_padding=”12vw||0px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”20vw||0px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20vw||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Retailer Membership” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”_initial” title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”88px” title_line_height=”110%” max_width=”1080px” custom_margin=”||9px|||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” title_font_size_tablet=”40px” title_font_size_phone=”24px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Open to Premium Tobacconists, Cigar Lounges and
- [Associate Membership Application](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/associate-membership-application/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Primary Contact Information(Required) First Last Primary Contact Email(Required) Company Name(Required)Company Address(Required) Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo, Democratic Republic of
- [Resources](https://premiumcigars.org/resources-2/) - Your Hub for PCA Member Resources Welcome to the Premium Cigar Association’s Member Resource Center—your one-stop destination for the latest bulletins, policy updates, advocacy tools, and educational materials. This page is designed to keep you informed and equipped with the information you need to protect, grow, and strengthen your business in today’s changing landscape. Here
- [Find Your Tobacconist](https://premiumcigars.org/find-your-tobacconist/) - Find the best premium tobacco retailers with PCA's Find Your Tobacconist map.
- ["One Big Beautiful Bill Act" Analysis](https://premiumcigars.org/one-big-beautiful-bill-act-analysis/) - I. Summary The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1, 119th Congress) is a sweeping tax, spending, and policy package. Below is an analysis of its provisions that may positively or negatively affect members of the Premium Cigar Association, organized by topic. Each provision is identified with its potential impact on premium cigars, retailers, and manufacturers (benefit,
- [Member Education Benefits](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/member-education-benefits/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”18px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PCA-Education-Page-Images-6.png” title_text=”PCA Education Page Images-6″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”1cc6152f-565c-4c4d-b0c9-cf8c9576c341″ border_radii=”on|6px|6px|6px|6px” box_shadow_style=”preset4″ box_shadow_horizontal=”0px” box_shadow_vertical=”24px” box_shadow_blur=”72px” box_shadow_spread=”-12px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.12)” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Enhance Your Cigar Knowledge” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”f0c675ea-2574-4d0e-b725-30f8550a8550″ title_level=”h4″ title_font=”Archivo|Archivo_weight||on|||||” title_text_color=”gcid-primary-color” title_font_size=”14px” title_letter_spacing=”1px” title_line_height=”1.4em”
- [Industry Partner Membership Application](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/industry-partner-membership-application/)
- [World Cigar Show Dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/world-cigar-show-media-press-credentials/)
- [Alliance Member](https://premiumcigars.org/memberships/alliance-member/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”_initial” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”1deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.37) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/pca-hero04.jpg” custom_padding=”8vw||5vw||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”10vw||8vw||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20vw||20vw||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”PCA Alliance Supporter” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”_initial” title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”88px” title_line_height=”110%” custom_margin=”||9px|||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” title_font_size_tablet=”48px” title_font_size_phone=”36px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”24px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||20px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”] PCA
- [PCA Volunteer Form](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-volunteer-form/)
- [Women of PCA Membership Form](https://premiumcigars.org/women-of-pca-membership-form/)
- [PCA Library](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-library/) - PCA The Magazine - Vol. 1, 2025
- [PCA Launchpad](https://premiumcigars.org/pca-launchpad/) - The PCA Launchpad is a program designed by the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) to bring unique new releases to its members with the help of association-backed marketing.
- [PCA Committee Volunteer Submission](https://premiumcigars.org/who-we-are/pca-committee-volunteer-submission-2/)
- [PCA Board Member Application](https://premiumcigars.org/who-we-are/pca-board-member-application/)
- [State News](https://premiumcigars.org/state-news/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Hero Section” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#000000″ background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” background_image=”https://premiumcigars.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/tobacco-leaves.jpg” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”7.1%||1.1%|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”24px” header_font=”||||||||” header_font_size=”90px” header_line_height=”1.1em” header_2_font=”||||||||” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” module_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”48px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]PCA News Hub Read the latest industry news[/et_pb_text][et_pb_search exclude_pages=”off” placeholder=”Search the latest PCA News” button_color=”#68A08B”
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- [procigar 2025](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/procigar-2025/)
- [procigar festival](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/procigar-festival/)
- [step up awards](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/step-up-awards/)
- [women of pca](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/women-of-pca/)
- [black label trading co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/black-label-trading-co/)
- [James Brown](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/james-brown/)
- [Angela Brown](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/angela-brown/)
- [Oveja Negra](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oveja-negra/)
- [pca alliance](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pca-alliance/)
- [small batch no 7](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/small-batch-no-7/)
- [apostate cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/apostate-cigars/)
- [st dupont](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/st-dupont/)
- [Coles of london](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/coles-of-london/)
- [Arturo Fuente](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/arturo-fuente/)
- [jfr](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jfr/)
- [supreme leaf](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/supreme-leaf/)
- [aganorsa leaf](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/aganorsa-leaf/)
- [rocky patel](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/rocky-patel/)
- [trinidad espiritu miami](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/trinidad-espiritu-miami/)
- [jre tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jre-tobacco/)
- [aladino](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/aladino/)
- [foundation cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/foundation-cigar-company/)
- [villager cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/villager-cigars/)
- [villiger cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/villiger-cigars/)
- [cle cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cle-cigar-company/)
- [fratello cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/fratello-cigars/)
- [oz family cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oz-family-cigars/)
- [cigar tourism](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigar-tourism/)
- [digital editions](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/digital-editions/)
- [aj fernandez](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/aj-fernandez/)
- [habana port](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/habana-port/)
- [tariffs](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tariffs/)
- [luciano cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/luciano-cigars/)
- [constella group](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/constella-group/)
- [cao cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cao-cigars/)
- [hvc cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hvc-cigars/)
- [black works studio](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/black-works-studio/)
- [cavalier geneve](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cavalier-geneve/)
- [quesada cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/quesada-cigars/)
- [united cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/united-cigars/)
- [tobacco tactical](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacco-tactical/)
- [ep carrillo](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/ep-carrillo/)
- [montosa](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/montosa/)
- [arnold andre](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/arnold-andre/)
- [raises cubanas](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/raises-cubanas/)
- [Miami Cigar Co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/miami-cigar-co/)
- [outcast cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/outcast-cigars/)
- [new orleans](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/new-orleans/)
- [dominican cigar expo](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/dominican-cigar-expo/)
- [fabrica oveja negra](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/fabrica-oveja-negra/)
- [Emilio Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/emilio-cigars/)
- [dunbarton tobacco trust](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/dunbarton-tobacco-trust/)
- [Scott Regina](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/scott-regina/)
- [casa carrillo](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/casa-carrillo/)
- [indiana](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/indiana/)
- [house bill 1001](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/house-bill-1001/)
- [diesel cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/diesel-cigars/)
- [room101 cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/room101-cigars/)
- [Bocock Brothers](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/bocock-brothers/)
- [Kafie 1901](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kafie-1901/)
- [oveja negra brands](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oveja-negra-brands/)
- [Alec Bradley Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/alec-bradley-cigars/)
- [Black Market](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/black-market/)
- [cohiba riviera](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cohiba-riviera/)
- [kentucky derby](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kentucky-derby/)
- [Meerapfel Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/meerapfel-cigars/)
- [creation liberte](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/creation-liberte/)
- [kristoff cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kristoff-cigars/)
- [obituary](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/obituary/)
- [mark ryan](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/mark-ryan/)
- [cohiba](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cohiba/)
- [Cubatabaco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cubatabaco/)
- [general cigar co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/general-cigar-co/)
- [business](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/business/)
- [Mac baren](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/mac-baren/)
- [sutliff tobacco co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/sutliff-tobacco-co/)
- [pipe smoking](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pipe-smoking/)
- [survey](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/survey/)
- [tobacconist university](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacconist-university/)
- [the cigar academy](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/the-cigar-academy/)
- [h upmann](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/h-upmann/)
- [cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigars/)
- [premium cigar association](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/premium-cigar-association/)
- [cigar association of america](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigar-association-of-america/)
- [cigar tax cap](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigar-tax-cap/)
- [big sky cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/big-sky-cigars/)
- [hutch humidor](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hutch-humidor/)
- [raices cubanas](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/raices-cubanas/)
- [George Rico](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/george-rico/)
- [pca board](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pca-board/)
- [west Tampa tobacco company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/west-tampa-tobacco-company/)
- [black river tobacco co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/black-river-tobacco-co/)
- [escobar cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/escobar-cigars/)
- [cohiba spectre](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cohiba-spectre/)
- [hoyo de monterrey](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hoyo-de-monterrey/)
- [louisiana](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/louisiana/)
- [las calaveras](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/las-calaveras/)
- [phillips & king](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/phillips-king/)
- [kretek international](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kretek-international/)
- [black label trading company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/black-label-trading-company/)
- [Nirka Reyes Estrella](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/nirka-reyes-estrella/)
- [De Los Reyes Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/de-los-reyes-cigars/)
- [Saga Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/saga-cigars/)
- [klaas kelner](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/klaas-kelner/)
- [kelner cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kelner-cigars/)
- [moments with mechelle](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/moments-with-mechelle/)
- [smokin silverbacks cigar lounge](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/smokin-silverbacks-cigar-lounge/)
- [raed saqfelhait](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/raed-saqfelhait/)
- [the leaf master](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/the-leaf-master/)
- [one big beautiful bill](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/one-big-beautiful-bill/)
- [Kathleen kelly](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kathleen-kelly/)
- [Tony goins](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tony-goins/)
- [Jeff greiner](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jeff-greiner/)
- [John higgins](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/john-higgins/)
- [member benefits](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/member-benefits/)
- [point of sales](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/point-of-sales/)
- [corona cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/corona-cigar-company/)
- [Alec bradley](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/alec-bradley/)
- [cao](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cao/)
- [Heinrich Villiger](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/heinrich-villiger/)
- [patina cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/patina-cigars/)
- [viso horny](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/viso-horny/)
- [vegafina](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/vegafina/)
- [tabanero cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tabanero-cigars/)
- [padron cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/padron-cigars/)
- [wooden indian tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/wooden-indian-tobacco/)
- [two guys smoke shop](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/two-guys-smoke-shop/)
- [oak glen tobacconist](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oak-glen-tobacconist/)
- [Ricardo Carioni](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/ricardo-carioni/)
- [Lampert cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/lampert-cigars/)
- [boveda](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/boveda/)
- [procigar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/procigar/)
- [merch store](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/merch-store/)
- [world cigar show](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/world-cigar-show/)
- [dubai](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/dubai/)
- [Ashley Moodey](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/ashley-moodey/)
- [california](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/california/)
- [fiu](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/fiu/)
- [florida international university](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/florida-international-university/)
- [xikar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/xikar/)
- [moneybag](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/moneybag/)
- [gene simmons](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/gene-simmons/)
- [benoit bail](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/benoit-bail/)
- [board of directors](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/board-of-directors/)
- [total product expo](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/total-product-expo/)
- [villarreal](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/villarreal/)
- [ometepe island](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/ometepe-island/)
- [Finca Saravia](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/finca-saravia/)
- [nick hammond](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/nick-hammond/)
- [around the world in 80 cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/around-the-world-in-80-cigars/)
- [rocky's cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/rockys-cigars/)
- [mike glynn](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/mike-glynn/)
- [tigersaurus](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tigersaurus/)
- [artista cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/artista-cigars/)
- [George frakes](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/george-frakes/)
- [josh evarts](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/josh-evarts/)
- [tobacco junction](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacco-junction/)
- [blackened](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/blackened/)
- [Howard g cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/howard-g-cigars/)
- [selected tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/selected-tobacco/)
- [industrial cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/industrial-cigar-company/)
- [Grimalkin Seasonal Edition](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/grimalkin-seasonal-edition/)
- [jc newman cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jc-newman-cigar-company/)
- [hector becerra](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hector-becerra/)
- [Garo cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/garo-cigars/)
- [asylum](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/asylum/)
- [utl](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/utl/)
- [unflavored tobacco list](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/unflavored-tobacco-list/)
- [lure cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/lure-cigars/)
- [university of houston](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/university-of-houston/)
- [atabey](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/atabey/)
- [two guys cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/two-guys-cigars/)
- [opus xodus](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/opus-xodus/)
- [tobacconist of greenwich](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacconist-of-greenwich/)
- [we card](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/we-card/)
- [pipes](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pipes/)
- [pipe tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pipe-tobacco/)
- [cigars daily](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigars-daily/)
- [Don Emmanuel Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/don-emmanuel-cigars/)
- [tatuaje cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tatuaje-cigars/)
- [tobacconists association of america](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacconists-association-of-america/)
- [joya de nicaragua](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/joya-de-nicaragua/)
- [hendrik kelner](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hendrik-kelner/)
- [Charlotte cigar week](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/charlotte-cigar-week/)
- [customer service](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/customer-service/)
- [New Jersey](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/new-jersey/)
- [Cigar Action](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigar-action/)
- [procigar 2026](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/procigar-2026/)
- [tobacconist](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/tobacconist/)
- [capital cigar lounge](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/capital-cigar-lounge/)
- [Austin Hillis](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/austin-hillis/)
- [Paul Garmirian](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/paul-garmirian/)
- [pg cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pg-cigars/)
- [duran cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/duran-cigars/)
- [merchandising](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/merchandising/)
- [Emersons Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/emersons-cigars/)
- [sandra cobas](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/sandra-cobas/)
- [Jennifer Nichole](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jennifer-nichole/)
- [sag imports](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/sag-imports/)
- [quality importers](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/quality-importers/)
- [palio pro](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/palio-pro/)
- [blend bar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/blend-bar/)
- [javier gonzalez](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/javier-gonzalez/)
- [Penelope Bourbon](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/penelope-bourbon/)
- [stolen throne cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/stolen-throne-cigars/)
- [lee marsh](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/lee-marsh/)
- [missouri](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/missouri/)
- [Lesley nickus](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/lesley-nickus/)
- [playboy](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/playboy/)
- [sans pareil](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/sans-pareil/)
- [filthy hooligan](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/filthy-hooligan/)
- [meta](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/meta/)
- [social media](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/social-media/)
- [best practices](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/best-practices/)
- [legislation](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/legislation/)
- [kentucky](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/kentucky/)
- [credit card competition act](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/credit-card-competition-act/)
- [Washington state](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/washington-state/)
- [rhode island](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/rhode-island/)
- [volutes vitoles](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/volutes-vitoles/)
- [palio](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/palio/)
- [pca26](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pca26/)
- [Danny Difabio](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/danny-difabio/)
- [Rodriguez Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/rodriguez-cigars/)
- [Mississippi](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/mississippi/)
- [iowa](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/iowa/)
- [the stork club](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/the-stork-club/)
- [todd naifeh](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/todd-naifeh/)
- [zt cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/zt-cigars/)
- [Pangea cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pangea-cigars/)
- [oettinger davidoff ag](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oettinger-davidoff-ag/)
- [hawaii](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hawaii/)
- [fox cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/fox-cigar/)
- [nebraska](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/nebraska/)
- [honduran cigar festival](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/honduran-cigar-festival/)
- [club macanudo](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/club-macanudo/)
- [Puerto rico](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/puerto-rico/)
- [massachusetts](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/massachusetts/)
- [south dakota](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/south-dakota/)
- [jsann son](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jsann-son/)
- [hospitality](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/hospitality/)
- [Wyoming](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/wyoming/)
- [colorado](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/colorado/)
- [Washington dc](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/washington-dc/)
- [delaware](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/delaware/)
- [georgia](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/georgia/)
- [cigar family charitable foundation](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigar-family-charitable-foundation/)
- [supreme court](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/supreme-court/)
- [marketing](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/marketing/)
- [sabor havana](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/sabor-havana/)
- [connecticut](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/connecticut/)
- [illinois](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/illinois/)
- [la gloria cubana](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/la-gloria-cubana/)
- [cle cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cle-cigars/)
- [fuente opusx society](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/fuente-opusx-society/)
- [Bolivar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/bolivar/)
- [warfighter tobacco co](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/warfighter-tobacco-co/)
- [BriarWorks](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/briarworks/)
- [keiser university](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/keiser-university/)
- [Carmelo Anthony](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/carmelo-anthony/)
- [versa vii](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/versa-vii/)
- [espinosa crema toro](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/espinosa-crema-toro/)
- [founders cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/founders-cigar-company/)
- [gran habano](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/gran-habano/)
- [jsann and son](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/jsann-and-son/)
- [New York](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/new-york/)
- [lofb](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/lofb/)
- [Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/rocky-mountain-cigar-festival/)
- [Smoker Friendly](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/smoker-friendly/)
- [Zino](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/zino/)
- [akut](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/akut/)
- [German Engineered Cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/german-engineered-cigars/)
- [havana q](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/havana-q/)
- [suspiro](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/suspiro/)
- [domain cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/domain-cigars/)
- [Segovias de Esteli](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/segovias-de-esteli/)
- [oktoberfest](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/oktoberfest/)
- [helena moreno](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/helena-moreno/)
- [cigraal](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/cigraal/)
- [mayan import company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/mayan-import-company/)
- [guy fieri](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/guy-fieri/)
- [atl cigar company](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/atl-cigar-company/)
- [amarati cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/amarati-cigars/)
- [avo cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/avo-cigars/)
- [partagas](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/partagas/)
- [Christoph Schupbach](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/christoph-schupbach/)
- [knoxville](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/knoxville/)
- [Eric drazin](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/eric-drazin/)
- [festival del puro y el cafe](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/festival-del-puro-y-el-cafe/)
- [pina cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pina-cigars/)
- [Joshua Evarts](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/joshua-evarts/)
- [Leonor Abzaradel](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/leonor-abzaradel/)
- [platinum nova cigars](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/platinum-nova-cigars/)
- [Aaron sigmond](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/aaron-sigmond/)
- [pca connect](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pca-connect/)
- [titans of tobacco](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/titans-of-tobacco/)
- [Maya selva](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/maya-selva/)
- [glenn wolfson](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/glenn-wolfson/)
- [pca connect asia](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/pca-connect-asia/)
- [education](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/education/)
- [infotep](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/infotep/)
- [common sense act](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/common-sense-act/)
- [Yalla Habeebi](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/yalla-habeebi/)
- [Bolivar cofradia](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/bolivar-cofradia/)
- [big sky cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/big-sky-cigar/)
- [Alexander Berezowski](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/alexander-berezowski/)
- [My Cigar Pack](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/my-cigar-pack/)
- [ol Havana cigar lounge](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/ol-havana-cigar-lounge/)
- [indian motorcycle](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/indian-motorcycle/)
- [Phil Zanghi](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/phil-zanghi/)
- [puro vida cigar](https://premiumcigars.org/tag/puro-vida-cigar/)