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ARTISTA CIGARS ANNOUNCES NEW PRODUCTS FOR PCA 2026
(Tamboril, Dominican Republic) – Artista Cigars announces several new products for sale at PCA: a line extension of Buffalo TEN, new line of mini cigars, a 5-cigar travel pack, a gift set, and a new size for Art-56. BUFFALO TEN BROADLEAF For 2026, Buffalo TEN receives a line extension and an updated packaging design. The Buffalo TEN Broadleaf maintains its trusted Toro 50x6 box-pressed format, continuing the reputation for an excellent value-to-quality ratio that both retaile

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 243 min read


El Septimo Cigars to Release Two New Blends at PCA 2026
Mi Familia — a tribute to legacy, built on tradition, bound by heritage, and perfected through generations. This cigar is more than a blend… it is the story of the El Septimo Geneva family. El Septimo CEO Zaya Younan - His roots & family, crafted into one unforgettable experience. Created with passion, precision, and purpose—because true greatness always begins with family. Introducing the next chapter of royalty—El Septimo Queen Sheba Conquest, Series II. 👑 Born from the ex

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 241 min read


Casa Carrillo Introduces Deep Blue Limited Edition 2026
Calm on the Surface. Endless Beneath. Limited to 2,500 Individually Numbered Boxes Miami, FL — Casa Carrillo announces the release of Deep Blue Limited Edition 2026, a cigar crafted to mirror the ocean itself—measured and serene at first encounter, with power and depth revealed over time. Rolled at the Casa Carrillo factory in the Dominican Republic, Deep Blue is built with intention. Its Nicaraguan Jalapa wrapper delivers elegance and composure, known for refined sweetness a

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 202 min read


CROWNED HEADS EXPANDS BLOOD MEDICINE B-POSITIVE LIMITED EDITION FOR 2026
Crowned Heads, the premium cigar company known for its innovative blends and storytelling, proudly announces the expansion of its acclaimed Blood Medicine 8-Positive line. Following the successful 2025 limited edition debut of the 8-Positive as a single-vitola release, the brand is now introducing this evolution in three distinct sizes, offering enthusiasts greater variety while preserving the intense, meatier profile that made the original blend a standout. The Blood Medicin

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 202 min read


Casa Carrillo Launches Third Legacy League Campaign Featuring the New Pledge Purple Limited Production
Six Campaigns. One Grand Prize. A Legacy Worth Winning. Miami, FL — Casa Carrillo continues its second season of the Legacy League digital sweepstakes series with the third campaign of 2026, spotlighting the upcoming release of Pledge Purple, a limited-production cigar that expands the acclaimed Pledge family with a bold new interpretation of the blend. Powered by the Gleam platform, Legacy League is a multi-month sweepstakes experience celebrating the heritage, craft, and

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 202 min read


Pariah Introduces a New Cigar Company Built for the Exiled, Elevated by PurposeA distinct new brand led by Daniel Lance, Esteban Disla, and master blender Kevin Baxter
Estelí, Nicaragua — March 13th, 2026 — Pariah is proud to introduce a new premium cigar company built around a simple but powerful idea: some of the most meaningful things in life are discovered by those who never quite fit the mold. The name Pariah comes from a deeply personal place. It speaks to the cigar smoker who has felt cast out, overlooked, or set apart from the expectations of the world around them, yet still found something uniquely beautiful in the ritual, discipli

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 203 min read


CROWNED HEADS TO DEBUT 'MOONFLOWER' AT PCA 2026-FIRST NEW REGULAR PRODUCTION BRAND WITH MY FATHER CIGARS IN A DECADE
Crowned Heads, the acclaimed premium cigar brand renowned for its innovative blends, artisanal quality, and unique storytelling, is proud to announce Moonflower, its first all-new regular production brand developed in collaboration with My Father Cigars in over ten years. The new brand will make its global debut at the upcoming 2026 PCA Convention and Trade Show to be held in New Orleans, April 17-20. This landmark release marks a significant milestone in the longstanding rel

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 202 min read
Hiram & Solomon Cigars Unveils Two New Limited Releases at PCA 2026: “Fraternal Flame” and “Mystic Tie”
Hiram & Solomon Cigars proudly announces the release of two new additions to its portfolio, Mystic Tie and Fraternal Flame, each crafted with purpose and rooted in the brand’s commitment to brotherhood, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship. Mystic Tie — A Symbol of Connection and Duality Mystic Tie celebrates duality and connection, with its barber pole design symbolizing balance and meaningful bonds. Crafted with select tobaccos, it reflects fellowship, shared wisdom, and un

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 202 min read
The American Story: Chapter ThreeNow Live from JC Newman
The American Story journeys on. In this docuseries, we highlight the people and unique components that make the first 100% all-American cigar possible. Each chapter shares a unique story of the hard work, heritage and dedication to quality behind each premium American cigar. In Chapter One , we explored the origins of an American craft and the roots of the last operating cigar factory in the United States.In Chapter Two , we delved into the fertile American fields of the C

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 201 min read


Founders Cigar Company Announces “The Declaration,” a Limited 5th Anniversary Release
Blaine, Minnesota (March 10, 2026) – https://founderscigarco.com Founders Cigar Company announced The Declaration, a limited edition cigar released to commemorate the company’s five year anniversary. Since launching in 2020, Founders has built its portfolio around cigars named after historical American figures. The company’s five production blends, Franklin Connecticut, Douglass Habano, Roosevelt Maduro, Hamilton Candela, and the Signature Dual Wrap, each feature the silhou

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Mar 203 min read


Casa Carrillo Unveils Exclusive Three-Blend Collector’s Box, Marking a New Era of Digital Connection, Craftsmanship, and Community Engagement
Miami, FL — Casa Carrillo is proud to unveil a new collector’s box featuring three rare blends crafted from the highest-quality tobaccos sourced from trusted growers across multiple regions. Produced in extremely limited quantities, these 6x52 toro cigars represent the most exclusive expressions within the Casa Carrillo portfolio—available only to those who earn access through the brand’s digital ecosystem. Throughout the year, Casa Carrillo will award collector’s box prizes

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Jan 153 min read


MEXIGARS UNVEILS NEW 4-PACK FORMAT AND REFINED PRICING STRATEGY FOR GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION
CASA 1910 (January 12, 2026) — Casa 1910 proudly announces the official launch of the new MEXIGARS 4-Pack, marking an exciting evolution of the brand’s MEXIGARS line. Inspired by the dormant majesty of the three volcanoes surrounding the San Andrés Valley, MEXIGARS continues to deliver the authentic “Taste of México” to enthusiasts worldwide, now in a more accessible multi-pack format. New 4-Pack Format & Box Availability MEXIGARS is now officially available in a convenient 4

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Jan 152 min read


CROWNED HEADS ANNOUNCES 'NEW LOOK' AND EXPANSION OF ICONIC TENNESSEE WALTZ BRAND INTO THREE VITOLAS
Crowned Heads, the Nashville-based premium cigar company, is excited to announce the long-awaited line extension of its beloved Tennessee Waltz, the brand that has served as a love letter to the Volunteer State since 2014. For the first time in the brand's 11-year history, Tennessee Waltz will move beyond its single 5 1/2" x 52 original release and arrive in three classic vitolas: CG (Corona Gorda) 5 5/8" x 46, OG (original release) 5 1/2" x 52, and a 6" x 54 Toro. The blend

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Nov 13, 20252 min read


Casa Carrillo Announces the Release of Pledge of Allegiance's Third Installment
New Limited Edition Blend Honors American Heritage—Allocated to Select Retailers Miami, FL — [June 2025] — Casa Carrillo proudly...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Jun 11, 20252 min read


Espinosa Premium Cigars Holds Prices Steady Amid New Tariffs, Awaits 90-Day Review Period
May 20, 2025 – Hialeah Gardens, FL Espinosa Premium Cigars has decided that despite the recent imposition of a 10 percent import tariff...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
May 20, 20251 min read


Casa Carrillo Announces Price Adjustment EffectiveJune 1st Due to Tariffs
Miami, FL – Casa Carrillo, a leading producer of premium cigars, announced today that it will implement a modest wholesale price increase...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
May 20, 20251 min read


J.C. Newman Cigar Company Ships The Julius Caeser Troublemaker
Today J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is shipping The Troublemaker, a new size to its top-selling Diamond Crown Julius Caeser brand of luxury...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
May 12, 20251 min read


Apostate Cigars Moves Under Oveja Negra Starting in June
April 14, 2025 — We are pleased to announce Apostate Cigars will be joining Oveja Negra Brands beginning June of this year. Oveja Negra...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 14, 20252 min read


J.C. Newman Introduces Angel Cuesta Shade
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is introducing Angel Cuesta Shade at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show this weekend in New Orleans. First...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 11, 20253 min read


E.P. Carrillo Evolves into Casa Carrillo: A Unified Vision for the Future
Miami, FL – E.P. Carrillo, the award-winning premium cigar brand, proudly announces its transformation into Casa Carrillo. This rebrand...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 10, 20252 min read


Espinosa Reenlists Two Fan Favorites: Warhead 1 and Warhead 6 Return
Hialeah Gardens, FL – April 2025 — Espinosa Premium Cigars is thrilled to announce the return of two legendary cigars as part of its new...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 9, 20252 min read


Fratello Cigars Unveils New Puro Collection with The Fratello 1821 Dominican Republic
Ashburn, VA (April 7, 2025) - Fratello Cigars is proud to announce the launch of The Fratello 1821 Dominican Republic, the inaugural...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 9, 20252 min read


NELSON ALFONSO ANNOUNCES A LEGACY LOCKED IN LUXURY: BYRON’S 175TH ANNIVERSARY HUMIDOR
Madrid, Spain — This year, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show will bear witness to a landmark in cigar history. To...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 9, 20252 min read


J.C. Newman Introduces Sarzedas, a New Nicaraguan Brand
One of J.C. Newman’s historic brands, Sarzedas was known as “The Aromatic Cigar.” U.S. Patent Office records show that J.C. Newman first...

Tim Long, Tobacco Talk Media
Apr 9, 20252 min read
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