Here are the three things that impressed me from the 2025 PCA Convention and Trade Show. Spoiler alert, it’s two anniversary samplers and a limited edition. The post PCA 2025: Top Three Things — Brian Burt appeared first on halfwheel.
Connecticut’s General Assembly recently saw the introduction of a set of bills that represent a troubling shift in state policy—one that could lead to some of the most restrictive tobacco regulations in the country. While HB 7178, HB 7181, and HB 7275 are being framed as reasonable public health reforms, these proposals could significantly alter […]
Vector-KGM has generally been known for its lighters and large cans of butane. Now, the company is getting into high-end humidors by way of a series that uses Spanish leather. The post PCA 2025: Vector-KGM appeared first on halfwheel.
The existing 6 1/2 x 52 toro vitola gets a second packaging option. It will arrive at stores on May 1. The post General Adds Cohiba Riviera Toro Tubos appeared first on halfwheel.
Cohiba has announced the release of the Riviera Toro Tubo, a new addition to the critically acclaimed Riviera line. The cigar maintains the blend’s signature box-pressed construction and features a square aluminum tubo. First introduced in 2023, Cohiba Riviera marked a departure for the brand with a San Andrés wrapper and box-pressed format — both […]
Macanudo Gold Label is back for a limited time, featuring its signature golden wrapper and unmistakably smooth flavor profile. For 2025, the fan-favorite lineup adds a new vitola with the release of Gold Torpedo —a 6.5” x 52 frontmark available in limited quantities. What sets Gold Label apart is its exceptional Connecticut Shade Capa Especial […]
New for 2025 is the Macanudo Gold Label Torpedo. The seven core vitolas are also making their return. The post Macanudo Gold Label Returns for 2025 With New Torpedo appeared first on halfwheel.
Don Emmanuel may be one of the newer cigar companies that made its debut at the 2025 PCA Convention & Trade Show, but don’t let that fact fool you. The company’s first release was blended by cigar legend Eladio Díaz and is made at Díaz’s factory in the Dominican Republic. The post PCA 2025: Don […]
Blue Mountain Cigars hasn’t had a new line release in a few years, but this year the company has four. Also, AI graphics on cigars. The post PCA 2025: Blue Mountain Cigars appeared first on halfwheel.
As expected, the Tatuaje booth was busy all weekend with retailers buzzing about the company’s PCA 2025 trade show releases. Pete Johnson took a few moments of his busy time to speak to Cigar Journal about the company’s new products. Tatuaje has added two new vitolas to its Fausto brand, both 60 ring gauges. The […]