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The cigars debuted at Empire Cigar Lounge in Miami in late March, but now head to stores across the country. The project was created in collaboration with Eladio Díaz, who makes all of Don Emmanuel's cigars. The post Don Emmanuel’s Sun & Moon Gets Widespread Release appeared first on halfwheel.

The cigar debuted at Smoke Inn in mid-March, but now heads to stores across the country. Ernesto Perez-Carrillo Jr. says it was blended as a journey and discovering what lies beneath. The post Perez-Carrillo Deep Blue Limited Edition 2026 Shipping Nationwide Today appeared first on halfwheel.

Neither the C-4 nor TNT have been released since 2023. Both cigars use a Nicaraguan corojo 99 maduro wrapper. The post Viaje C-4, TNT Return for 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

STG says it had a good quarter for CAO and Cohiba sales though the rest of its results are mixed. The company says that without exchange rate fluctuations, many of its slightly negative numbers would show as slightly positive. The post STG Starts Off 2026 With Mixed Cigar Performance appeared first on halfwheel.

Unlike the regular production Punch Rare Corojo, the 25th Anniversary cigar is a limited edition made at the JRE Tobacco Co. factory. It's a completely different blend, one that is made entirely of Honduran tobacco. The post Punch Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary appeared first on halfwheel.

There’s a moment in every long barbecue cook when the day settles into itself. The fire’s stable, the smoke is rolling clean and thin, and the meat’s been on long enough that I’ve stopped opening the lid every twenty minutes to check on it. The yard smells like rendered fat, hardwood, and charcoal. That’s usually The post Cigar Dojo’s Go-to BBQ Recipes for Memorial Day appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Following its debut at PCA 2026, Don Emmanuel Cigars has started shipping the Sun & Moon Limited Edition to retailers nationwide. The release was developed in collaboration with master blender Eladio Díaz and centers around a dual-blend concept featuring two cigars packaged together in one box. According to the company, the project was designed around The post Don Emmanuel Begins Shipping Sun & Moon Limited Edition appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Pospiech Cigars has begun shipping the new Powstanie Sumatra to retailers across the U.S., bringing the cigar into the company’s core lineup. The cigar uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper over binders from Mexico and Pennsylvania, with fillers from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua. Production takes place at Fábrica de Tabacos Nica Sueño S.A. in Nicaragua, The post Powstanie Sumatra Begins Shipping to Retailers appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

For its fifth regular production line, Powstanie is offering a quartet of vitolas that aren't found in its other core lines. Blend-wise, it uses a dark Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper. The post Powstanie Sumatra Begins Shipping appeared first on halfwheel.

Insomnia is a nod to other profession of Dr. Oscar Rodriguez, owner of GTO Cigars, being an emergency room physician. It returns for a limited edition run, but with completely different packaging. The post GTO Insomnia Returns With New Packaging appeared first on halfwheel.

The CLE Exclusivo Regionales Austria is a new 5 x 60 release just for Austria. It is being sold through Dios Tobacco. The post CLE Exclusivo Regionales Austria Goes on Sale appeared first on halfwheel.

Ted's Cigars is celebrating the 250th anniversary of America with a new 6 x 50 toro. It's expected to arrive at stores in the coming days. The post Ted’s God Bless America Shipping in Late May appeared first on halfwheel.

The Asylum Signature Series has been the personal cigar for Tom Lazuka. Previously, the only way to get one was for Tom to hand it to you, now, you can buy it. The post Asylum Signature Series by Tom Lazuka Ships appeared first on halfwheel.

This week on Flavor Odyssey, we’re comparing two of the most iconic cigar wrapper leaves and how they influence the perfect beverage pairing. Robby will represent the rich, bold character of Maduro wrappers, while Randy takes the smooth and nuanced side of Connecticut Shade. These wrapper styles couldn’t be more different in flavor, texture, and The post Wrapper Wars: Maduro vs. Connecticut Shade appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Drew Estate has announced a leadership shift that includes Founder and President Jonathan Drew Sann moving into the newly created role of Chief Innovation Officer, while Andrew Duncan joins the company as Senior Vice President of Marketing. Jonathan Drew will remain President of Drew Estate while taking on the new CIO role, which the company The post Drew Estate Promotes Jonathan Drew, Names New SVP of Marketing appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Sarzedas isn’t some new blend trying to feel old, it actually is old. The name dates all the way back to 1900, when J.C. Newman first introduced it during the early days of American cigar manufacturing. Back then, it was marketed as “The Aromatic Cigar,” which says a lot about both the profile and what The post Sarzedas Toro appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

It’s Juan’s birthday, and we’re throwing a celebration! This episode marks Juan’s 53rd trip around the sun, and he’ll be in-studio for a fun conversation about life, birthdays, and of course—cigars. We’ll also be giving away 53 cigars to one lucky winner, along with our weekly Boutique of the Week giveaway. Join us for the The post Juan Turns 53: Birthday Cigars & Big Giveaways appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Crowned Heads has announced a new distribution agreement with Barkers of Harrogate, making the company the exclusive distributor of Crowned Heads cigars in the United Kingdom. Under the partnership, Barkers of Harrogate will serve as the sole authorized source for Crowned Heads cigars across the U.K., bringing the company’s portfolio to retailers throughout the market. The post Crowned Heads Names Barkers of Harrogate as Exclusive U.K. Distributor appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

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.

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.