JRE Tobacco Co debuted a trio of new things at the 2025 PCA Convention and Trade Show; a new anniversary release, the return of a limited edition, and a new series of stout, short cigars it has dubbed the Gorbusto size. The post PCA 2025: JRE Tobacco Co appeared first on halfwheel.

Last year marked the company's 50th year in the cigar business, and while there was no specific occasion to celebrate this year, Quesada still brought plenty of new releases to the PCA Convention & Trade Show. The list includes the latest Oktoberfest release—and the return of the Salomon Press vitola—a new Oktoberfest humidor and an impressive lancero sampler. The post PCA 2025: Quesada appeared first on halfwheel.

This was Croatian Mafia Cigars' PCA Convention & Trade Show debut, and the company pulled out all of the stops to show off its different blends. Company founder Todd Michael Pribanic asked if there was any gangster in me, but I politely declined to answer. The post PCA 2025: Croatian Mafia Cigars appeared first on halfwheel.

The Topper 125th Anniversary and 1894 lines are both getting new 4 1/4 x 43 vitolas. One line is made with Connecticut broadleaf, the other with broadleaf from Pennsylvania. The post PCA 2025: Topper Cigar Co. appeared first on halfwheel.

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These increases are said to be unrelated to tariffs. The new pricing will go into effect next week. The post La Aurora Increasing Prices for 2025 appeared first on halfwheel.

No, you still cannot legally import Cuban cigars into the United States. However, Blanco Cigar Co. is now legally importing and selling custom-made humidors from Cuba that are made from reclaimed wood found all over the island. The post PCA 2025: Blanco Cigar Co./Duyos Humidores appeared first on halfwheel.

Hiram & Solomon is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. While there weren't balloons in the booth, there were limited edition cigars and a cigar knife created in partnership with Les Fines Lames. The post PCA 2025: Hiram & Solomon appeared first on halfwheel.

Escobar cigars didn't have anything new at the show, but it did have some new international distribution deals along with an upcoming affordable cigar project to talk about. The post PCA 2025: Escobar Cigars appeared first on halfwheel.

This year marks 30 years since Rocky Patel started in the cigar business. Yes, there's a new cigar line to celebrate. Also, new colors for existing lighters. The post PCA 2025: Rocky Patel Premium Cigars, Inc. appeared first on halfwheel.

Punch Cigars has announced a new limited-edition cigar, Mr. Punch’s Wieners, set to release ahead of Father’s Day. The 6” x 50 double-headed parejo, which can be lit from either end, features a Dark Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, a US Broadleaf binder, and a blend of Dominican, Honduran, and Nicaraguan fillers. One half of the cigar The post Punch Introduces Double-Headed Wiener Cigar for Father’s Day appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

La Aurora has announced a price adjustment across its cigar portfolio, effective May 1, 2025, citing increased production costs. The average increase will be 3.5%, with variations depending on the specific product, format, and tobacco blend. “As we continue to grow our US business and deliver the quality which the US market demands, it is The post La Aurora to Adjust Prices Amid Rising Costs appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Survey Says! Terence Reilly from Aganorsa Leaf joins the show to predict the results of our cigar consumer survey before we dive into the answers. How well does Terence understand the habits of premium cigar smokers? Tune in to find out! Plus, complete the survey for a chance to win a FLEX Sampler featuring 10 The post Smoke Night LIVE – Survey Says! With Terence Reilly appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Alec Bradley has announced a new cigar, Do Not Disturb (DND), designed for moments of relaxation. The cigar is made in the Dominican Republic at La Isla factory, featuring an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, a Dominican Criollo binder, and a filler blend of Dominican and Mexican tobaccos. The smoke offers notes of earth, hay, and tea, The post Alec Bradley Introduces Do Not Disturb appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Careful, man, there’s a beverage here! This week on Flavor Odyssey, our Big Screen Bracket Challenge continues with movie-themed cocktails. In this episode, the Dude abides as we dive into the iconic White Russian, the pivotal drink from the Coen Brothers’ classic, The Big Lebowski. So, pour yourself a White Russian, grab the perfect cigar The post Flavor Odyssey – White Russian Cigar Pairings appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Altadis U.S.A. announced the upcoming release of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Heirloom Ceramic Jar, set to ship in June 2025. This limited-edition offering includes ten No. 2 cigars, each measuring 52 x 6 1/8 inches, presented in a ceramic jar packaged within a collector’s edition giftbox. The blend, which uses Nicaraguan wrapper, binder, and The post Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua Ceramic Jar Shipping in June appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Hiram & Solomon Cigars is commemorating its 10th anniversary with the release of the Ashlar cigar, which debuted at the PCA 2025 in New Orleans. The cigar draws inspiration from the Masonic symbol of transformation, reflecting the brand’s decade-long journey. The Ashlar will be available in a 10-count box and a limited Collector’s Box, with The post Hiram & Solomon Marks 10 Years with Ashlar Cigar Release appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

The 2025 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show has concluded, and the burning question on everyone’s mind is, “What are the best cigars from this year’s show?” The Cigar Dojo team answers this question in our annual First Impressions Show. Our crew—Sensei, Jordan, Robby Ras, and Matty Hall—will each smoke three new releases, rating them live The post PCA 2025 First Impressions Show appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Meerapfel Cigar, a family business with roots dating back to 1610, announced the launch of its 2025 Création Liberté cigar at the PCA Convention & Trade Show in New Orleans. The cigar, a Toro measuring 6 x 50, is rolled with a Cameroon wrapper and features tobacco aged for decades in the company’s vaults in The post Meerapfel Cigar Unveils 2025 Création Liberté at 2025 PCA Convention appeared first on Cigar Dojo.

Apostate Cigars announced it will join Oveja Negra Brands starting in June. Oveja Negra Brands includes Black Label Trading Co., Black Works Studio, and Emilio Cigars, with Apostate becoming the fourth brand in its distribution group. The company provides centralized sales, marketing, and distribution through L.J. Zucca, a tobacco distributor operating since 1947. “We’re thrilled The post Apostate Cigars Joins Oveja Negra Brands in June 2025 appeared first on Cigar Dojo.