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In 2025, Fratello announced the Puro Collection, its series of cigars using tobacco from a single country. In February 2026, it shipped the first cigar in the series, a Dominican puro. The post Fratello 1821 Dominican Republic appeared first on halfwheel.

For months, Trump has been frustrated with the FDA's slow-walking of vape approvals. The agency's lack of willingness to approve more vapes seems to have cost Makary his job. The post FDA Commissioner Martin Makary Resigns (Update) appeared first on halfwheel.

Perdomo Cigars has added Arango Cigar Co. as its newest authorized U.S. distributor, expanding the company’s reach across the domestic premium cigar market. The announcement was made this week by Perdomo, which says the partnership is aimed at strengthening distribution and service for retail tobacconists nationwide. Based in Northbrook, Illinois, Arango has long been a The post Perdomo Cigars Names Arango Cigar Co. as New U.S. Distributor appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The cutter is available in two different finishes: chrome and matte black. Both versions have the same $79 MSRP and can cut cigars up to 80 ring gauge. The post Les Fines Lames Ships La Guillotine Rotor Cutter appeared first on halfwheel.

With the 2026 World Cup a month away, Plasencia's cigar for the event shipped to stores. This marks the first time the company has released a cigar with organic tobacco from both Honduras and Nicaragua. The post Plasencia Triunfal, a World Cup 2026 Cigar, Arrives at Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

A new photography exhibit focused on the cigar industry is now open at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in Tampa’s historic Ybor City district. The exhibit, Cigars! Photography, Industry, and Identity, features a mix of rare vintage photographs and modern images that document the history and legacy of cigar making in Tampa. Sponsored by The post Cigar Photography Exhibit Opens in Ybor City Through July 19 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Like so many other HVC releases, La Decoración pays tribute to Havana. There are four vitolas as well as a limited edition sampler box. The post HVC La Decoración Heads to Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

Gurkha is one of several companies adding a small format cigar packaged in a tin to its lineup this spring. The Ghost Zombie Mini measures 4 x 34, offering a quick-smoking, full-flavored cigar. The post Gurkha Ghost Zombie Minis Head to Stores Today appeared first on halfwheel.

Hostos Fernández Quesada is producing the new line at his TABACALERA LA iSLA factory. The line's name recognizes one of the key tobacco growing areas in the Dominican Republic. The post Partagas Y Nada Más Cibao Arriving at Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

Both cigars are new versions of existing blends in the company's portfolio. Each is limited to just 6,000 cigars. The post Drunk Chicken Ships Mother Clucker Maduro & Living the Dream Connecticut appeared first on halfwheel.

Dominican tobacco can create some of the most refined, elegant cigars in the world—but depending on how it’s blended and fermented, it can also deliver some of the boldest, richest flavor profiles in the industry. This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby Ras takes the “Refined” side of the debate, while Randy Griggs makes the case The post Bold vs. Refined: The Dominican Cigar Showdown appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The Leaf by Oscar Broadleaf Limited Edition 2025 marked the first time the company used a Honduran-grown Connecticut broadleaf wrapper. So far, there's no sign of a 2026 version. The post Leaf by Oscar Broadleaf Limited Edition 2025 appeared first on halfwheel.

The news, reviews and more from the past week. The post Weekly News (May 11, 2026) appeared first on halfwheel.

Now that the dust has settled from the PCA trade show and the year’s biggest cigar releases are on the table, it’s time for the most anticipated episode of the year—Cigar Brand Stock Market. This annual fan-favorite brings together an all-star panel featuring William “Cigar Coop” Cooper, John “Cigar Surgeon” McTavish, and Bear Duplisea, joining The post Cigar Brand Stock Market 2026: Buy, Hold, or Sell? appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

For the fourth time since 2019, 2GuysCigars.com is teaming up with Single Cask Nation and Aganorsa Leaf for a new barrel-aged cigar release, this time using an ex-peated whisky barrel from Balcones Distilling. The previous collaborations were released in 2019, 2021, and 2023, each built around Nicaraguan tobacco and aging influenced by bourbon or rye The post Aganorsa Leaf and Single Cask Nation Launch Fourth Exclusive Barrel-Aged Release appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Cigar Prop is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the release of a limited commemorative cigar made in partnership with Fabrica Centroamericana de Tabaco S.A. (FCT), the factory behind Cavalier Cigars. The project began as a way to mark a decade since founder Kevin Shahan first launched Cigar Prop from his garage. According to the company, The post Cigar Prop Releases 10th Anniversary Commemorative Cigar appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re heading to Churchill Downs for our own cigar-smoking celebration of the Kentucky Derby. Fresh off the 152nd running of the “Run for the Roses,” your hosts dive into Kentucky Derby-inspired cigar and drink pairings that go far beyond the classic Mint Julep. From Churchill-sized cigars to rose-themed cocktails, bourbon-forward The post Flavor Odyssey: Cigars & the Kentucky Derby appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Cavalier Genève has announced that allocations are now closed for its collaboration set with Swiss watchmaker CVSTOS, meaning all available units have already been spoken for before most cigar smokers even had a chance to consider it. That makes the announcement a bit unusual, as the company is effectively sharing news of a product that The post CVSTOS x Cavalier Genève Collaboration Sells Out Ahead of Summer Shipping appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

It’s time once again for one of the most fun traditions in the cigar community—the 15th Annual Cigarbecue! On Sunday, May 31st, 2026, cigar lovers from across the country will fire up the grill, light up their favorite cigars, and share the experience with fellow enthusiasts in the Dojoverse. Cigarbecue is all about celebrating two The post 15th Annual Cigarbecue 2026 Returns Sunday, May 31st appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Loaisiga Cigars has announced a new limited edition extension to its Infiel line, adding a 6 x 54 box-pressed toro offered in Sungrown and Maduro blends. The Infiel Limited Edition Box Press Toro is packaged in 10-count boxes, with the company saying production is limited. Total production numbers have not been disclosed. The cigars are The post Loaisiga Infiel Expands With Limited Edition Box Press Toro appeared first on Cigar Dojo.