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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.

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.

Yes, there are 48 new colorways of the Le Petit cigar knife. In addition, Les Fines Lames has a contest where two winners will win a $500 gift card to the Les Fines Lames online store. The post Les Fines Lames Launches 48 Le Petit World Cup Limited Editions appeared first on halfwheel.

In the summer of 2016, Fratello launched its second core line, Bianco. In September 2024, the company announced a reimagining of the line, meaning a new blend and a modified name, which according to Omar de Frias, introduced "a new level of intensity and sophistication." The post Fratello Bianco Nero Riserva 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.

Previously, neither the Supreme Leaf Euro Toro and Supreme Leaf Inter Robusto have been sold in the U.S. For 2026, AGANORSA Leaf is offering American stores 1,000 boxes of each. The post Supreme Leaf International Exclusives Ship to U.S. Retailers appeared first on halfwheel.

Earlier this month, a new Edición Regional cigar went on sale in the Benelux region that includes Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. That cigar is... The post Bolívar Generales Celebrates 60 Years of Laguito 1492 appeared first on halfwheel.

The news, reviews and more from the past week. The post Weekly News (May 18, 2026) appeared first on halfwheel.

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.

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.

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.