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It's been a busy six months for the Isla del Cocodrilo brand, as Warped has launched two new vitolas and one new wrapper variation. Let's hope I don't misspell Cocodrilo. The post Isla del Cocodrilo Blanco appeared first on halfwheel.

Micallef Cigars is adding a new offering to its portfolio with the introduction of Color Blend Bundles, a line built from the same tobaccos used in the company’s Color Series. The bundles include two sizes: the #2, a 6 x 52 toro priced at $5 per cigar, and the 660, a 6 x 60 gordo The post Micallef Introduces Color Blend Bundles Ahead of PCA 2026 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

El Mago Cigars is introducing a new limited production project centered around collectible packaging, with the debut of its Tin Series now shipping to a small group of retailers nationwide. According to the company, the concept began when founder Nick Fusco came across a vintage R.J. Reynolds tobacco tin and saw an opportunity to bring The post El Mago Cigars Launches Limited Edition Collectible Tin Series appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

There are two blends, each available in two vitolas. The line is named after a delicate, meringue confection dessert. The post Sweet-Capped Quesada Suspiro Shipping in April appeared first on halfwheel.

Black Label Trading Co. is set to introduce a new limited release called Macabre at PCA 2026 in New Orleans. The cigar is produced at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua, and will be made available to attending BLTC and BLK WKS retailers on a first-come, first-served basis. According to the company, shipping is expected The post Black Label Trading Co. Introduces Macabre for PCA 2026 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Valacari Cigars is marking its 10th anniversary with a full portfolio rebrand and the introduction of a new limited edition cigar called Decimus. Founded in 2016 by Nimmer Ahmad, the company traces its roots back to Ahmad’s early days working in a cigar shop before eventually opening his own retail location and launching the Valacari The post Valacari Updates Portfolio, Introduces Decimus for 10-Year Milestone appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Macabre is a new limited edition line with three vitolas on debut. James Brown calls it "quintessential Black Label." The post Black Label Trading Co.’s New Macabre Debuting Next Month appeared first on halfwheel.

There’s a moment every cigar smoker remembers: the first time they reached for a flavored or infused cigar and felt the eyes of the lounge slowly turn toward them. You know the look, the polite nods from across the room that say, “Oh… you’re one of those.” In some circles, flavored cigars have long been The post Flavored Cigars Even Purists Can Enjoy appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Graycliff's new sampler features a 3 x 38 version of six of its core lines. It's designed both for when time is tight, as well as to introduce people to the company's most popular lines. The post Graycliff’s New Tasters Sampler Offers Six Quick Smokes appeared first on halfwheel.

The company says the price increase tops out at 5 percent, but few cigars escaped the change. It will go into effect next month at the PCA Convention & Trade Show. The post Hiram & Solomon Announces Price Increase appeared first on halfwheel.

This was the third different blend released after Illusione owner Dion Giolito purchased the brand from Cuban Crafters in 2017. The OneOff Black and Tan debuted in a 5 x 52 robusto in 2024, but a 6 x 52 toro vitola was added a year later. The post OneOff Black and Tan Robusto appeared first on halfwheel.

While the cigars will have a normal wrapper and binder, the filler blend will be made up of trimmings taken from all of the other Color Series cigars. There will be two different violas, each packaged in 20-count bundles. The post Micallef Adding Mixed-Filler Color Blend Bundles to Lineup appeared first on halfwheel.

Idaho is one step closer to having (legal) mobile cigar lounges. In addition, the bill creates a license that could be used at events. The post Idaho Legislature Passes Bill to Allow for Mobile Cigar Retailers appeared first on halfwheel.

The Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Edición Doble Diamante Red is a Nicaraguan puro made by Abdel Fernández using aged tobacco from two of his farms. It's a follow-up to 2024's Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Doble Diamante, which was also priced at $150. The post Altadis U.S.A. Announces Montecristo Doble Diamante Red, a $150 Cigar appeared first on halfwheel.

The Cavalier Genève Black Series II and White Series Lanceros and Salomónes have been discontinued. In their place are two new cigars, both of which are scheduled to ship to retailers in the second half of the year. The post Cavalier Genève Revamping Small Batch Series appeared first on halfwheel.

It’s April 1st, and you know what that means—corny tricks and gimmicky tomfoolery. On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, your hosts Robby Ras and Randy Griggs dive into some of the most over-the-top gimmick cocktails and pair them with premium cigars. It’s also the night we announce the winners of the COTY Samplers, so grab The post Ultimate Gimmick Pairings appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Fratello Cigars is expanding into a new category with the introduction of Camo Cigarillos, set to debut at PCA 2026 in New Orleans. The release marks the company’s first entry into the flavored cigarillo segment, a departure from its traditional premium cigar offerings. According to Fratello, the move is aimed at reaching a broader retail The post Fratello Introduces Camo Cigarillos at PCA 2026 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

JRE Tobacco Company is adding a new line to its portfolio with the introduction of Gorbusto, a series produced under the Aladino brand that takes a different approach to how the cigars are presented. Rather than focusing strictly on blend details, the Gorbusto line is built around three separate cigars, each tied to a specific The post JRE Tobacco Introduces Gorbusto Line Under Aladino Brand appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

La Flor Dominicana is introducing a new Fresh Pack assortment, marking the company’s first entry into the humidified five-cigar pack format. The Fresh Pack is designed as a way to showcase a range of the company’s established blends in a more portable format. Sampler-style releases have long been used by cigar companies to offer a The post La Flor Dominicana Launches First Fresh Pack Assortment appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Miami Cigar & Co. is bringing back the Nestor Miranda Private Reserve Lancero, with the cigar scheduled to debut at PCA 2026 in New Orleans. The lancero was first introduced in 2021 as part of a series of blends selected by Nestor Miranda, focusing on a more personal approach to cigar making. The line was The post Miami Cigar & Co. Brings Back Private Reserve Lancero appeared first on Cigar Dojo.