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This is the second release of the 6 x 60 torpedo with a shaggy foot. There's a bunch of new packaging options, including a travel case called the Bomber Buddy. The post Hooten Young Ships Midnight Hammer 2026 appeared first on halfwheel.

For years, Noel Rojas has proclaimed himself King of the Small Gauges. Next month, he'll release a limited edition he anticipates will further cement his claim. The post Rojas KSG Limited Edition 2026 Coming in Early November appeared first on halfwheel.

Sanj Patel is dedicating his newest line to a dear friend of his named Moe. It's an annual limited production coming out of his new factory in Nicaragua. The post Moe by Sanj Patel Debuts Today appeared first on halfwheel.

Coles of London, the American distributor of S.T. Dupont, has a handful of exclusive items that were made in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the founding of America. Some of them are made to match Lady Liberty. The post S.T. Dupont’s Statue of Liberty Models Ship appeared first on halfwheel.

The leaves are falling, there’s a crispness in the air, and autumn is officially upon us! That means it’s time to find the perfect cigar and drink pairings to complement the fall season. This week on Flavor Odyssey, Robby and Randy will share their favorite autumn-inspired pairings, from rich, flavorful cigars to drinks that capture The post Fall Pairings: Cigars & Cocktails for Autumn appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

In 2024, Illusione released a pair of new lines that featured a tobacco varietal that had just recently returned to being grown in Nicaragua. One was OneOff Black, the other was this line, the Group of Five. The post Illusione The Group of Five RB appeared first on halfwheel.

Oak Glen Tobacconist (OGT) is returning to its original Halloween-themed cigar with Nosferatwo, a new limited release produced in collaboration with Espinosa Cigars. The project marks the retailer’s fifth Halloween exclusive and its first collaboration with Espinosa. The two companies began working on the cigar in early 2025, developing a follow-up to the original Nosferatu, The post Oak Glen Tobacconist Releases Nosferatwo Halloween Exclusive appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The new-look Reserva Original line is arriving at stores. By the end of the year, Plasencia's entire portfolio will be updated to the new packaging. The post Plasencia’s New Packaging Rolls Out to Stores appeared first on halfwheel.

The company is honoring Día de los Muertos, the Mexican tradition celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2, when families remember departed loved ones through offerings and gatherings that celebrate their lives and keep their memories alive. The line's name comes from the name of the underworld where most souls journeyed after their death. The post Rojas Cigars Street Tacos Mictlán Coming This Month appeared first on halfwheel.

The news, reviews and more from the past week. The post Weekly News (Oct. 12, 2026) appeared first on halfwheel.

It's a Juan Lopez cigar, but not that Juan Lopez cigar. The post Tres Decadas by Gurkha Toro appeared first on halfwheel.

The cigar is being released to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Bolívar brand. It's the first Bolívar with a pigtail cap and the first Edición Regional for the continent of Africa. The post Bolívar Safari Debuting in Côte d’Ivoire on Nov. 21 appeared first on halfwheel.

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is heading to South Korea this December, where it will introduce The Cigar Academy (TCA) to the country’s premium cigar community for the first time. The visit, scheduled for December 7 through 10, 2026, will see the PCA partner with Pierre Ltd., a Seoul-based cigar importer and distributor that has The post Premium Cigar Association Bringing The Cigar Academy to South Korea appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Every once in a while, cleaning out the humidor turns up something interesting. In this case, it turned up 40 cigars that we’re giving away to one lucky member of Dojo Nation! Recently, Jordan and I were organizing the humidors at Cigar Dojo HQ when we came across a sizable collection of test blends accumulated The post Cigar Dojo Giveaway: Win 40 Test Blend Cigars appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Casa Carrillo is expanding its Pledge Purple line with a new robusto size, joining the original toro format that debuted earlier this year. Pledge Purple was introduced to mark the fifth anniversary of the Pledge Prequel, which earned Cigar Aficionado’s 2020 Cigar of the Year honors. The two cigars share a connection through their Havana-seed The post Casa Carrillo Adds Robusto Size to Pledge Purple appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Patina Cigars and Viso Horny are going back for round two, announcing the return of their Verdigris collaboration under the slightly modified name ReVerdigris. The project once again brings together Patina Cigars founder Mo Maali and Viso Horny founder Tyler Jeffery, with the pair leaning into Hollywood’s current sequel obsession for the release. In fact, The post Patina y Viso ReVerdigris Brings Back Original Collaboration appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Wildfire Cigar Co. has announced Off-Grid, marking the fifth release in the company’s made-to-order limited series. The concept behind Off-Grid centers around disconnecting from phones, television, and other distractions for a period of time. Wildfire describes the cigar as an opportunity to slow down and take a break from the usual noise. Off-Grid is produced The post Wildfire Cigar Co. Releases Off-Grid appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

There’s a right way and a wrong way to light a cigar. There’s a right way and a wrong way to cook a steak. But what about everything else? This week on Smoke Night LIVE, Tim Swanson from Cigars Daily joins the show as we settle what’s right and what’s wrong across a wide range The post There’s a Right Way & a Wrong Way with Tim Swanson appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

La Flor Dominicana is marking the 10th anniversary of the Andalusian Bull with a new limited-edition Maduro version of the cigar, scheduled to begin shipping to retailers on October 7. The original Andalusian Bull debuted in 2016, with the cigar’s distinctive 6½-inch figurado shape and blend becoming one of the more recognizable releases in La The post La Flor Dominicana Announces Andalusian Bull 10th Anniversary Maduro appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Espinosa Cigars has added longtime cigar industry veteran Laura Barlau to its team, naming her Vice President of Key Accounts and Special Projects. Barlau has worked in the tobacco and cigar industry since 2007, with experience in cigar purchasing, vendor relations, and retail partnerships. In her new position with Espinosa, she will work primarily with The post Espinosa Cigars Hires Laura Barlau as VP of Key Accounts and Special Projects appeared first on Cigar Dojo.