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Rocky Patel Premium Cigars marked its 30th anniversary in 2025, which, in the cigar industry, means one certain thing: a new cigar line. But in this case, it also meant two blends. The post Rocky Patel Thirtieth Anniversary Robusto appeared first on halfwheel.

A court in Saint Lucia is overseeing the liquidation of Chen Zhi's assets, one of which is the holding company tied to nearly 30 percent of Habanos S.A. Meanwhile, Tabacalera S.L.U. has asked a Spanish court to enter a rather unique bankruptcy proceeding, one that it says isn't because of a lack of money. The post Tabacalera S.L.U. Turns to Pre-Insolvency Amid Chen Zhi Drama appeared first on halfwheel.

Yes, the cigar is named after a famous pirate. No, that pirate probably never existed. The post José Gaspar 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

The legend of ReviveR continues with the ReviveR Maduro, the first variation on the original ReviveR blend since its debut in 2018. With the ReviveR Maduro, the cigars continue the focus on Aganorsa’s tobacco from Jalapa, delivering a natural sweetness that’s now complimented by the addition of a Mexican San Andrés maduro wrapper. The ReviveR The post ReviveR Maduro Now for Sale appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Black Works Studio has announced the return of BOONDOCK, a limited-edition release crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua. According to the company, BOONDOCK will begin shipping to select retailers this week. The cigar has not seen a full standalone release since 2019, though it previously appeared as part of the Boombox collection. “The The post Black Works Studio Brings Back BOONDOCK as Limited Edition appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Following last year’s Premium Cigar Association trade show debut of the Mr. Sinistro line, Sinistro Cigars has partnered with MardoCigars.com on a limited retailer-exclusive release titled Mr. Sinistro Jury of 6. The original Mr. Sinistro line was introduced in Toro and Robusto formats at PCA in New Orleans. According to the companies, the new project The post Sinistro’s Mr. Sinistro Line Expands with Jury of 6 Retail Exclusive appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Not only does Boondock return for 2026, it gets a new vitola. Black Label Trading Co. says the cigars are on their way to stores. The post Black Works Studio Boondock Returns for 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

For the first time since 2023, the Skull and Bones Red will be heading to stores. Viaje says the Big Ivan, Fat Man and Little Boy are part of this shipment. The post Viaje Skull and Bones Red Returns for 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

The newest El Titan de Bronze line will not be made at El Titan de Bronze. It's shipping next month. The post El Titan de Bronze Turns to NACSA for New Line appeared first on halfwheel.

After more than three decades producing cigars in Miami’s Little Havana, El Titan de Bronze is taking a significant step outside its home base. The company has announced El Titan de Bronze Nicaragua, the first cigar in its history to be manufactured outside of the United States. The new release is being produced at Nicaraguan The post El Titan de Bronze Nicaragua Marks First Production Outside Miami appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

As the name suggests, the line was created to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the Mexican holiday that falls on May 5. This is the third release in the limited edition line, and boxes are scheduled to begin shipping to retailers in early April. The post Rojas Street Tacos Cinco de Mayo 2026 Shipping in April appeared first on halfwheel.

Fratello's newest series, the Puro Collection, will feature single-country blends. The first one, an all-Dominican gordo made by the La Aurora Cigar Factory, is on its way to stores. The post Fratello Begins Shipping 1821 Dominican Republic appeared first on halfwheel.

The Juárez Bulldozer was a 5 1/2 x 58 box-pressed gordo that used a modified version of the Juárez blend. This month, the blend will return in a slightly shorter vitola. The post Juárez Mini-Dozer LE 2026 Heads to Stores (Update) appeared first on halfwheel.

One of the most talked-about collaborations in Cigar Dojo history returns in a bold new form. The original ReviveR made waves in 2018, followed by a re-release in 2021—and now the story continues. Terence Reilly of Aganorsa Leaf joins Smoke Night LIVE to break down the brand-new ReviveR Maduro, which debuts earlier that same day. The post ReviveR Maduro Launch Night with Terence Reilly appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

It's a 6 x 54 toro version of the CLE 25th Anniversary. However, unlike the regular production 54x6, the TAA release is round and not pressed. The post CLE 25th Anniversary TAA 2025 Heads to Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

Punch Cigars is commemorating 25 years of its Rare Corojo line with the introduction of Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary, a new cigar that will become a regular-production offering rather than a limited release. Produced at the Aladino Factory in Honduras, the Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary is a Honduran puro built around a Corojo wrapper and The post Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary Announced as Permanent Addition appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Cohiba has unveiled the newest installment in its Miami-produced Serie M line with the introduction of the Cohiba Serie M Reserva Plata, a limited-edition release crafted at the historic El Titan de Bronze factory in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood. The Reserva Plata marks the sixth collaboration between Cohiba and El Titan de Bronze under the The post Cohiba Introduces Serie M Reserva Plata, Sixth Miami-Made Collaboration appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Cavalier Genève is preparing to ship the 2026 edition of its annual “The Green Jacket” project to select U.S. retailers, with international distribution to follow shortly after. According to the company, retailers who were offered the release placed pre-orders in October 2025, with shipments expected to begin mid next week. The Green Jacket 2026 is The post The Green Jacket 2026 Heads to Select U.S. Retailers appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

What’s the best beginner cigar setup under $100? That’s the mission I set out to tackle today—because let’s be honest, getting into cigars can feel like stepping into a hobby where everyone suddenly owns a $400 cutter and 13 humidors. But here’s the truth: You don’t need to spend crazy money to start enjoying premium The post The Best Starter Cigar Setup Under $100 (Yes, It Can Be Done) appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

What began as a one-time milestone release is now set to become a recurring annual offering. According to an announcement from Altadis U.S.A., the Montecristo 90th Anniversary cigar will return each year as a limited-production, small-batch release. Originally introduced to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Montecristo, the blend’s reception has led the company to keep The post Montecristo 90th Anniversary to Return as Annual Limited Release appeared first on Cigar Dojo.