The news, reviews and more from the past week. The post Weekly News (Nov. 11, 2024) appeared first on halfwheel.
League of Fat Bastards (LOFB), known for donating 40% of its profits to men’s mental health initiatives, proudly announces the launch of its second line—the Serie O, complementing the Serie L launched earlier this year. The Serie O officially launched on November 8 at the Underground Cigar Shop & Lounge in Forth Worth, Texas, celebrating […]
The cigar is named for the punk rock band fronted by Wendy O. Williams. For brand co-owner Cynn Coburn, it was the chance to honor an icon of punk rock decadence & attitude, who she said live the life of a Dissident. The post Dissident Plasmatic appeared first on halfwheel.
I published this story in May, 2013. I’ve never told this story to anyone but a few close friends. That is because telling this story makes people think I’m bloody nuts. I had a very close encounter of the first… Read More ›
The original Alexander III, one of the first cigars in El Septimo’s portfolio to use a Connecticut-seed wrapper, is getting a bold new spin. The cigars will debut at four in-store events with Zaya Younan that begin on Nov. 19. The post El Septimo Creates Alexander III Maduro Toro as Corona Cigar Co. Exclusive appeared […]
Last year, General Cigar Co. turned to the factory best known for producing JRE’s cigars for a new Punch line. This year, the company added a lancero to the line. The post Punch Golden Era Lancero appeared first on halfwheel.
With the conclusion of the 2024 election, it’s now time to turn the page to what premium cigars will be up against in the states in 2025. As we look forward, state legislatures across the U.S. will present challenges and opportunities for the premium cigar industry. CRA remains committed to monitoring and engaging in legislative […]
The new $50 cigar comes packaged in its own coffins. Production is limited to just 2,000 cigars. Yes, that’s the picture. The post Caldwell 10th Anniversary Shipping This Month appeared first on halfwheel.
Susie Wiles, co-chair of Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, has been selected as his chief of staff. Earlier this year, Swisher paid a lobbying firm $30,000 to have Wiles lobby Congress on “FDA regulations.” The post Trump’s Chief of Staff Pick Lobbied FDA on Swisher’s Behalf appeared first on halfwheel.
Foundation Cigar Company is proud to announce the return of the Highclere Castle Senetjer as an annual limited release. Beginning this November, Senetjer will be available through select tobacconists to celebrate the enduring partnership between Foundation Cigars and Highclere Castle. Initially crafted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, Senetjer […]