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It has been 10 years since Black Label Trading Co. first released Bishops Blend. That means it is time for a 10th anniversary release, only it's not called that. The post Black Label Trading Co. Bishops Blend 2026 Lancero appeared first on halfwheel.

The Cuban government owns 50 percent, Chen Zhi owns 28.55 percent, and someone else owns the remaining 21.45 percent. While the Cuban cigar world continues to deal with new Chen-related problems, it's time to start thinking about what happens if the minority shareholder gets Chen's stake. To start, you have to figure out who that shareholder is. The post It’s Time To Talk About the Other Habanos S.A. Shareholder appeared first on halfwheel.

Update: Last week, the company told its retailers that it was pausing shipments due to banking issues. This week, it has filed for insolvency. The post 5th Avenue, German Distributor of Cuban Cigars, Files for Insolvency (Update) appeared first on halfwheel.

For a new limited edition this year, La Flor Dominicana teamed up with ProjectCarbon, an accessory maker that specializes in using carbon fiber. The full-bodied cigars comes packaged in five-count carbon fiber cases. The post La Flor Dominicana Carbon Flower appeared first on halfwheel.

Three of the company's existing products are getting new finish options. The fourth is a new case for one of its cutters. The post Les Fines Lames Expands Four Product Lines appeared first on halfwheel.

While Casa Sueños isn't saying much about the blend, it has said the new line is medium-bodied. Like the rest of the company's cigars, it is made by De Los Reyes in the Dominican Republic. The post Casa de Sueños Inception Ships to Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

The Daughters of the Wind Rosado line includes a surprise fifth vitola that was not previously announced. The Corojo 2012 is the second blend in the company's upcoming Dominita line. The post Casdagli Daughters of the Wind Rosado, Dominita Corojo 2012 Debuting at InterTabac 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

Penelope Bourbon has teamed up with Alec Bradley Cigars for the second installment of its annual Cigar Sessions whiskey series. Cigar Sessions: Chapter 2 is a six-year-old American whiskey bottled at 117.4 proof, with the blend developed specifically to pair with medium to full-bodied cigars. Unlike simply attaching a cigar brand to the release, Penelope’s The post Penelope Bourbon Teams With Alec Bradley for Cigar Sessions: Chapter 2 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The CigarKings COY 26 Aero Lancero is inspired by Pantone's color of the year. This year, that color is Cloud Dancer. The post CigarKings COY 26 Aero Lancero Ships Next Week appeared first on halfwheel.

Both entities are part of Scandinavian Tobacco Group's retail group. Cigora was launched as "the next generation of cigars online," combining retail with education as a new way to interact with cigars. The post Cigar.com Transitioning to Cigora.com appeared first on halfwheel.

In the early 2010s, the Viaje Oro Reserva and Platino Reserva were known to make annual appearances. This year, the blends returned in a new 5 1/2 x 52 box-pressed perfecto. The post Viaje Platino Reserva Perfecto appeared first on halfwheel.

Don Emmanuel Cigars is adding a fourth size to its Anunnaki line, introducing the Anunnaki Enki, a 6 x 54 figurado that will make its debut at InterTabac 2026 in Dortmund, Germany. Unlike a new blend extension, Enki uses the same seven-tobacco recipe found throughout the Anunnaki line. The blend was co-created by Don Emmanuel The post Don Emmanuel Adds Enki Figurado to Anunnaki Line appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

On this episode of Smoke Night LIVE, we announce the newest inductees into the Cigar Dojo Hall of Fame! Over the years, we have recognized Dojo members who have gone above and beyond to help make our cigar community what it is today. From their contributions and dedication to the friendships they’ve built along the The post And the Inductees Are… Cigar Dojo Hall of Fame appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Aganorsa Leaf is preparing two new releases for InterTabac 2026 in Dortmund, Germany, with Supreme Leaf Worldwide and JFR Clara both scheduled to debut at the September trade show. The cigars take different approaches to international distribution, with one eventually heading to the United States and the other remaining exclusive to markets outside the country. The post Aganorsa Leaf Announces Supreme Leaf Worldwide and JFR Clara for InterTabac appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Crowned Heads is looking back at Nashville’s live music history with Starwood, a new event-only cigar named after the city’s former Starwood Amphitheater. The outdoor venue operated from 1986 to 2006, hosting concerts across rock, country, and pop music. Blue Öyster Cult performed on opening night, while Aerosmith and Mötley Crüe were among the acts The post Crowned Heads Pays Tribute to Nashville’s Starwood Amphitheater appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

To age or not to age—that is the question. How long should a cigar rest before you light it up, and is there such a thing as aging it too long? On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy explore one of the cigar hobby’s most debated topics: the benefits and potential pitfalls of The post Hurry Up and Wait: The Art of Aging Cigars appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Alec Bradley is returning to its Uncut Series with a tenth release, this time pairing its Thirty Years anniversary cigar with a seven-year-old bourbon from Heaven Hill Distillery. Uncut Series Batch 10 includes two Alec Bradley Thirty Years Perfectos, measuring 6¾” x 54, alongside a 750 mL bottle of Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond Single The post Alec Bradley Thirty Years Featured in Tenth Uncut Pairing appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Quesada Cigars is marking 15 years of its Oktoberfest series with the release of Quesada Oktoberfest 2026, bringing back the seasonal blend in five sizes for September. First released in 2011, Quesada Oktoberfest was created around the German beer festival, with the blend intended specifically for pairing with Märzen and other Oktoberfest-style beers. The 2026 The post Quesada Oktoberfest 2026 Marks 15 Years appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Plasencia Cigars has announced the launch of a new brand campaign titled “Born of This Land,” marking 160 years since the Plasencia family began growing tobacco in 1865. The campaign represents the latest phase of Plasencia’s ongoing brand evolution, following the introduction of an updated logo, visual identity, and redesigned cigar packaging. While those changes The post Plasencia Launches “Born of This Land” Brand Campaign appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Drew Estate is marking its 30th anniversary with DE30 Rewards, a six-month consumer rewards program that will include exclusive merchandise as well as two limited-edition cigar samplers. The program allows consumers to earn points through Drew Estate cigar purchases, visits to participating retailers, events, and other brand-related activities. Points can then be redeemed for items The post Drew Estate Launches DE30 Rewards and Two Limited Cigar Samplers appeared first on Cigar Dojo.