Brian King, who up until last month was the head of the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products, has a new job. He is the new evp of U.S. programs for the country’s leading anti-tobacco non-profit. The post Former FDA Tobacco Head Joins Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids appeared first on halfwheel.
Tobacconist of Greenwich said it spent a year working with Padrón for this release. It launches on June 12. The post Padrón A Hammer & A Dream Heading to Tobacconist of Greenwich Next Month appeared first on halfwheel.
Two years after its introduction, Southern Draw revamped the Morning Glory blend. Gone were the original five vitolas, replaced by three new ones that are also offered in the Evening Primrose line. The post Southern Draw Morning Glory Robusto appeared first on halfwheel.
The new line will be both the first box pressed line for Patina and the strongest cigar in the company’s portfolio. To achieve the latter, a Mexican oscuro leaf and two types of ligero are used in the blend. The post Patina Teases Red Pill as Summer Release appeared first on halfwheel.
From May 29 to June 1, the 19th edition of AmiCigar will bring together 100 cigar enthusiasts from more than 25 countries for an exclusive and highly anticipated gathering in Venice and Bassano del Grappa, Italy. All available spots were filled within minutes of the event announcement, underscoring the unique appeal of this annual tradition […]
Here we go again. The day is here. Another year, another dollar. The suitable clichés are many as the qualifiers in Denmark and Armenia kick off this year’s season of the Cigar Smoking World Championship on May 1st. The competition in itself is far from a cliché, though… ok, maybe a little bit, but all […]
RoMa Craft Tobac took the high road and disclosed that it was changing the blend to its CroMagnon blend due to wrapper supply issues. After launching the seven core sizes, the company began releasing limited production releases like the Gran Perfecto. The post CroMagnon PA Gran Perfecto appeared first on halfwheel.
Interestingly, the increases depend on the ring gauge of the cigar. They will go into effect on Monday, May 5. The post CLE Announces Tariff-Related Price Increases appeared first on halfwheel.
While it’s been 11 years since the launch of VegaFina Nicaragua, this limited edition celebrates the brand’s 10th anniversary. Each box is designed to be used as a humidor, complete with a built-in hygrometer and thermometer. The post VegaFina Nicaragua Gran Reserva X Aniversario Heading to Stores in May appeared first on halfwheel.
Now that the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show is over, I took some time with Ryan Gallimore, the owner of he Cigar Circus in Clearwater, FL. Ryan has a rich history in the premium cigar industry. He has held roles as shop manager, brand owner, marketing manager for Drew Estate, SAWG master, and now the […]