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In December, a new version of OpusX appeared at retailers. Carlos "Carlito" Fuente Jr. says the cigar is blended to be creamier than the standard blend. The post OpusX Templo de Oro #8 appeared first on halfwheel.

While the cigars were designed as an international release, one U.S. retailer—Two Guys CIgars—will get them for a launch event next weekend. The profile is described as being richer and more intense than the original Encore Noir, while maintaining the balance and elegance that defines the Encore series. The post Perez-Carrillo Encore Noir II Released appeared first on halfwheel.

The new 7 x 70 vitola is available for both the Bolivar Cofradia and Bolivar Cofradia Oscuro. Each cigar is priced just over $10. The post Bolivar Cofradia 770s Released appeared first on halfwheel.

Cigar Dojo and Aganorsa Leaf have teamed up to introduce Crispy Boy, a limited-edition collaboration inspired by crisp lagers, easygoing afternoons, and the simple satisfaction of a cigar that always hits the spot. In beer circles, “crispy boy” is an affectionate term for a cold, clean, and refreshing lager. Cigar Dojo’s Crispy Boy takes that The post Cigar Dojo and Aganorsa Leaf Crack Open “Crispy Boy” Collaboration appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Bolivar is expanding its Honduran-made Cofradia lineup with the addition of two new 7 x 70 cigars. The company has announced that both the Bolivar Cofradia and Bolivar Cofradia Oscuro are now available in the larger format, giving fans of oversized ring gauges another option within the brand’s portfolio. The new releases use the same The post Bolivar Expands Cofradia Line with New 7×70 Sizes appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The new limited cigars are a 5 x 50 robusto being sold exclusively at Swiss retailers. There are 200 boxes of 20 being released, for a total of 4,000 cigars. The post Fratello Cowbell, a Swiss Exclusive, Launching on Aug. 1 appeared first on halfwheel.

While most cigars come in boxes or bundles, the new La Flor Dominicana CarbonFlower is sold in five-count carbon fiber cases from ProjectCarbon. La Flor Dominicana says the cigars inside the cases are full-bodied. The post La Flor Dominicana Carbon Flower Heads to Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

What is your favorite cigar size and shape? On this episode of Smoke Night LIVE, Steve Saka joins the Dojo crew as they rank the most popular cigar vitolas using the S-Tier system. From Robustos and Toros to Corona Gordas—and don’t even get Steve started on Lanceros—the panel debates the strengths and weaknesses of each The post The Ultimate Cigar Vitola Tier List with Steve Saka appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

This is the third and final cigar in the company's Cook Book Series, which was created to showcase food-inspired blends. Chef's hat not included. The post West Tampa Tobacco Co. Chef Rick appeared first on halfwheel.

The Eiroa family has more than a century in the cigar and tobacco industries. This line, blended by Santi Eiroa, who is part of the fourth generation, pays tribute to that while balancing the preferences of the first three generations. The post 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa Toro appeared first on halfwheel.

After debuting earlier this year as part of the annual Firecracker series, the Independence blend is returning as a regular production cigar. United Cigars announced that Independence will become a permanent offering in the Arnold André premium cigar lineup, with shipments to retailers scheduled to begin on August 27. The release follows the limited Independence The post United Cigars Makes Independence a Regular Production Cigar appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The Independence Firecracker's blend will return in Robusto and Toro vitolas that will be regular production offerings. Unfortunately, there's no fuse pigtail. The post United’s Independence Line Gets Two New Vitolas appeared first on halfwheel.

It’s a special episode of Flavor Odyssey as Luis Baez, Global Brand Ambassador for Flor de Caña, joins the show to talk rum and cigars. Luis is one of the most engaging personalities in the spirits world and a familiar face at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show, so he knows his tobacco as well The post Flavor Odyssey with guest Luis Baez of Flor de Caña appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

In 2021, Scandinavian Tobacco Group released a new Cohiba line called Serie M that was made at El Titan de Bronze in Miami. In 2024, the line got a new blend, a new look, and a new name, by way of the Cohiba Serie M Reserva Roja. The post Cohiba Serie M Reserva Roja appeared first on halfwheel.

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The Cigar Association of America (CAA) made its case against proposed U.S. tariffs on premium cigars this week, with President Scott Pearce testifying before the federal government’s Section 301 Committee during what was the final public hearing on a proposed tariff schedule. The proposal would impose a 12.5% tariff on imports from most cigar-producing countries. The post Scott Pearce Testifies Before U.S. Trade Officials on Proposed Cigar Tariffs appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

This week on Smoke Night LIVE, we welcome Christian Eiroa of CLE Cigar Co., one of the most influential voices in Honduran tobacco and a cigar maker whose family legacy stretches back more than a century. From his years helping shape Camacho to building CLE, Eiroa, and Asylum into distinct brands of their own, Christian The post Smoke Night LIVE: Christian Eiroa on 30 Years in Cigars appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Black Label Trading Co. has begun shipping the 2026 edition of Bishops Blend to select retailers this week, marking the cigar’s 10th anniversary since its original debut in 2016. While the annual limited release returns with the same name, this year’s version introduces a notable change to the blend. For the first time, Bishops Blend The post Bishops Blend Returns for Its 10th Anniversary Release appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Over the past few decades, Nicaragua has gone from an up-and-coming tobacco producer to the undisputed leader in premium cigars. But how did it happen, and what makes Nicaraguan tobacco so special? On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy explore the country’s rich tobacco heritage while pairing drinks with some of Nicaragua’s finest The post Flavor Odyssey: How Nicaragua Became the World’s Flavor Factory appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

RoMa Craft co-founder Skip Martin has offered an early look at a new bundle cigar project that is expected to debut in August 2026. Called Marinero, the project will launch with two blends: Boatswain and Cockswain. While Martin has not released details on the blends themselves, both cigars will be produced in a 6 x The post Skip Martin Teases New RoMa Craft Marinero Bundle Line appeared first on Cigar Dojo.