Cigar News: Steve Saka Retires, Trades In Chaveta for Shimano

Drew Estate LogoMiami, FL – In a written statement from Drew Estate, it was announced that CEO Steve Saka has retired from the company effective Thursday, July 11th.  The statement went on to thank Steve for his hard work and dedication during his 8-year reign as president and later CEO. Saka’s passion, leadership and expertise were a rare combination in the industry. “Steve will be truly missed and we wish him all the best moving forward,” said owners, Jonathan Drew and Marvin Samel. Continue reading

Press Release: First Look Room101 Master Collection One

Room101 Master Collection OnePinellas Park, FL - Today Room101 officially announced the release of the much anticipated Master Collection One.  We brought you one of the very first sneak peek smoking previews of this cigar back in February.  Master Collection One will be available for pre-sale orders at the upcoming IPCPR Trade Show and Convention, and nationwide shipping is expected to take place in early October.  Another blend called Room101 Master Collection Two is also due to be unveiled this year - with an expected shipping date in late November. Continue reading

Press Release: La Flor Dominicana New Releases IPCPR 2013

LFD LogoCoral Gables, FL - La Flor Dominicana will introduce five (5) exciting new items at this year’s IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas, July 13 – 17.  Known for their top-quality cigars loaded with worlds of flavor, Lito Gomez and company are proud to present the following new offerings and line extensions. Continue reading

Press Release: Nomad Cigar Launches Nomad S-307

Nomad LogoEsteli, Nicaragua – Nomad Cigar Company is pleased to announce a new fall Nicaraguan blend called the Nomad S-307.  The cigar scheduled to be released in September/October (2013) and will be made available to Nomad authorized retailers. Continue reading

Press Release: Fratello Cigar Brand Set To Launch This Summer

Fratello CigarSpringfield, VA – Entrepreneur Omar de Frias is pleased to announce the launch of the Fratello cigar (label/brand). Fratello will compete in the premium cigar market.  de Frias is test marketing Fratello at select stores in the Greater Washington DC area with an official launch scheduled for September, 2013.  The new (label/brand) will also be featured at the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR) Annual Convention & International Trade show this July 13-17 in Las Vegas in the New Exhibitor section. Continue reading

Press Release: Drew Estate Acquires Heavenly Cigar Company

Drew Estate - HeavenMiami, FL — Drew Estate, Inc. announced today that they have acquired the Heavenly Cigar Company with headquarters in Naples, FL.  As a result of the acquisition, Drew Estate will take ownership of all Heavenly Cigar brands, it’s current inventory and will take responsibility for all future sales and marketing activities. No changes are currently planned for Heavenly Cigar’s assortment of premium cigar products. Continue reading

Press Release: Prize Fighter, by East India Trading Company

Prize Fighter BandTamarac, FL - The East India Trading Company is proud to announce the much-anticipated launch of ‘Prize Fighter’, that will unveil at this summer’s IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas, NV. Named after historic boxing fighters from the 1900′s, Prize Fighter brings another meaning and a new dimension to the hand-made cigar category by offering a premium smoking experience at an affordable price-point.  Made under the blend masters from K Hansotia & Co, Prize Fighter is a consistent, mild-medium bodied cigar with a smooth and elegant flavor profile that can be enjoyed at anytime of the day. This hand-crafted cigar showcases a gorgeous Connecticut shade/Ecuadorian wrapper, that pairs perfectly with an Ecuadorian/Indonesian binder and a 3-year aged Dominican filler. Continue reading

Press Release: La Sirena Limited Dubloon Salomon

LaSirena LogoMiami, FLLa Sirena Cigars (a subsidiary of Miami Cigar & Company) announces the addition of an all-new vitola to the existing La Sirena Nicaraguan line.  The new size will be a limited edition 7-1/4 x 56 Salomon named the Dubloon.  Dubloon is set to make its debut at the upcoming IPCPR Conference later this Summer in Las Vegas, NV. Continue reading

Press Release: Miami Cigar Announces Casa Miranda Chapter Two

Casa Miranda Chapter TwoMiami, FL – Everybody loves a good sequel, and the Casa Miranda Chapter 2 is set to debut at IPCPR which is being held this year in Las Vegas, NV.

The follow up to the original which was made in Miami at the famed El Titan de Bronze, will be made at My Father Cigars S.A in Esteli, Nicaragua.

According to Jason Wood; VP of Miami Cigar & Company, “Just like any great novel, our story continues to gain momentum with the release of Chapter 2 at this years’ IPCPR. I look forward to our consumer’s feedback on this medium bodied beauty!” Continue reading