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Decimus, the Latin word for "tenth," is the 10th anniversary cigar for Valacari. The plan is to make 500 boxes per year. The post Valacari Decimus appeared first on halfwheel.

Since 2019, American citizens have been allowed to sue companies that traffic in property seized by the Cuban government during the 1959 Revolution. This case involves a family who says a seized building it once owned was used by Habanos S.A., the Cuban cigar monopoly, in violation of that law. Once again, a court has ruled against the family. The post Imperial Wins Appeal in Confiscated Cuban Property Case appeared first on halfwheel.

The fourth blend in the Buffalo TEN line uses a broadleaf wrapper and habano binder, which the company says provide richness, robustness and spice to the complexity and depth of flavor. It will be arriving in international markets next month. The post Artista’s Buffalo TEN Broadleaf Shipping to U.S. Retailers Today appeared first on halfwheel.

Kristoff's new Canadian exclusive went on sale earlier this week. Yes, the name is a geography lesson. The post Kristoff N49 Goes on Sale in Canada appeared first on halfwheel.

The Harmattan, named after the famous African winds, is a perfecto that is capped on both ends. Orient says you can smoke the cigar from either, offering different experiences depending on your decision. The post Orient Cigars Debuting La Nuit, Sahara Winds at InterTabac 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

Casa 1910 has announced a strategic investment and equity partnership with Smoker Friendly, giving the U.S. retailer an ownership stake in the Mexican cigar company as both businesses look to expand the presence of Mexican-made premium cigars in the American market. Financial details of the agreement were not disclosed. According to the companies, the partnership The post Smoker Friendly Takes Equity Stake in Casa 1910 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

This is the third release of the Illusione ULTRA MKULTRA, a cigar that traces back to a mistake with a production run that resulted in a stronger cigar than intended. It also happens to be 20 years since those mistake cigars were released. The post Illusione ~ULTRA~ MKULTRA (2026) appeared first on halfwheel.

The latest round of Trump's tariffs will take effect Friday. For Honduras, the rate stays the same; for the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, it's increasing a bit. The post Section 301 Tariffs: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua Increasing to 12.5 Percent appeared first on halfwheel.

Less than a year ago, Casa 1910 announced a $3 million funding round from more than a dozen unnamed investors. Now it says that Smoker Friendly has become an investor in the Swiss-Mexican cigar company. The post Smoker Friendly Invests in Casa 1910 appeared first on halfwheel.

Two new Black Labels, two new Havana VI vitolas and an El Triunfador. And a pear tree. The post Five New Tatuajes Heading to Stores Next Week appeared first on halfwheel.

The new cigar is made with the Red Meat Lovers Club Fritanga blend, but in the unique Beef Stick style. That's the vitola that has both a flat cap and a covered foot, made to look like a Slim Jim. The post Red Meat Lovers Spicy Beef Stick Ships appeared first on halfwheel.

Davidoff Brand Ambassador Alex Weghorn joins Smoke Night LIVE to talk about the journey that led him to representing one of the most recognizable brands in premium cigars. Then we’ll put his expertise to the test with a series of real-world scenarios, challenging him to choose the perfect Davidoff cigar for each occasion. Grab a The post Smoke Night LIVE With Alex Weghorn of Davidoff appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

This, friends, is my first legitimate cigar review. Let me explain what I mean by that. I don’t want anyone thinking I picked up a cutter and lighter yesterday and decided to start reviewing cigars. Before I had a brand, before I joined Cigar Dojo, and before Protocol Cigars became what it became, I was The post Avowed Hallowed Hands Corona Gorda appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has begun shipping Brick House The Commodore Maduro, a new 5½ x 70 vitola that joins the company’s Brick House Maduro lineup. The new cigar is available in 25-count boxes and five-count humidor bags with a suggested retail price of $11.50 per cigar. According to the company, The Commodore was developed The post J.C. Newman Begins Shipping Brick House The Commodore Maduro appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Big Sky Cigar Co. has announced a new partnership with Montana-based Willie’s Distillery, with the first release from the collaboration set to debut later this year. According to the companies, the initial cigar will be available exclusively at Willie’s Distillery in Ennis, Montana, as well as at select Big Sky Cigar events. While blend information, The post Big Sky Cigar Co., Willie’s Distillery Announce Joint Cigar Project appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Casa Carrillo has begun shipping its new Ascend cigar to retailers across the country, making the latest addition to the company’s Perez-Carrillo Series available to consumers. Ascend becomes a regular production release alongside established blends in the series, including Pledge, Allegiance, La Historia, and Encore. Produced at the Casa Carrillo factory in Santiago, Dominican Republic, The post Casa Carrillo’s Ascend Begins Shipping to Retailers appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The dog days of summer have arrived, and there’s no better way to cool off than with a refreshing cocktail and a great cigar. On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs head to the bar in search of the best summer cocktail and cigar pairings. From classic mojitos and margaritas The post Flavor Odyssey: The Best Summer Cocktail and Cigar Pairings appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

A new cigar brand focused entirely on Colombian tobacco has officially launched. Named La Colombiana, the project was announced on Colombia’s Independence Day and is centered around showcasing tobacco grown exclusively in Colombia. According to the announcement, the cigar is intended to celebrate the country’s tobacco-growing tradition while introducing Colombian tobacco to a broader audience. The post La Colombiana Introduced as 100% Colombian Tobacco Cigar appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is expanding its international presence through a new limited edition cigar created in partnership with The Leaf Master Tobacco Trading and La Palina Cigars. Named Yalla Habeebi, the release is being introduced for the second annual World Cigar Show in Dubai, scheduled for November 10 through 13. According to the The post La Palina Goldie Blend Chosen for PCA’s First International Cigar appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Emperors Cut Cigars has announced Prophecy, a new limited-production cigar created in collaboration with La Aurora master blender Manuel Inoa. The cigar is scheduled to begin shipping on August 1, 2026. Prophecy is offered in a single 7 x 52 vitola and features an African Cameroon seed wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and a filler blend of The post Emperors Cut Announces Prophecy Limited Release appeared first on Cigar Dojo.