Hudson, NH – United Cigars, a rising name in the premium cigar industry, is excited to announce that the long-awaited Black Bomb Firecracker will be shipping to retailers in September. This ongoing production, 3 1/2 x 50 cigar, will be packaged in boxes of 25 and promises to deliver an explosion offlavors and an unforgettable smoking experience.

August 15, 2023 — Emilio Cigars is now shipping the Limited-Edition AUDIOPHILE featured at this year’s PCA.

Emilio Cigars, a distinguished name in the world of premium cigars, is proud to announce the highly anticipated release of the Limited-Edition AUDIOPHILE. Expertly crafted in Esteli, Nicaragua at the renowned Fabrica Oveja Negra, AUDIOPHILE represents a pinnacle of artistry and flavor.

“The FDA’s Final Deeming Rule is vacated insofar as it applies to premium cigars.” But what does that mean?

The given court ruling has implications related to a legal case involving Plaintiffs and the Final Deeming Rule, specifically in the context of premium cigars. Here are some potential implications of this court ruling:

Leading up to this year’s Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival in Broomfield, Colorado, Cigar Dojo and Aganorsa Leaf announce the Pagoda 2023 cigar as a limited-edition collaboration.

Hudson, NH – Red Anchor: A Tribute to Heritage and Excellence. United Cigars proudly announces the highly anticipated release of its latest cigar line extensions, Red Anchor Captain and Gunner, are set to hit the shelves in late August. Produced at Kelner Boutique Factory (KBF), The Red Anchor line is a testament to the rich history and commitment to
excellence that the Kelner family brings to every creation.

LAMPERT CIGARS adds its LAMPERT RUM for the U.S.

LAMPERT CIGARS added its 12 YO rum – LAMPERT RUM – to their U.S. portfolio.

The rum is made in Panama and aged for 12 years in white oak barrels previously used as bourbon barrels.

Eiroa CBT 51 made its debut at Christian’s birthday event which took place during the 2023 PCA

July 25, 2023– C.L.E. Cigar Company to release the Eiroa CBT 51. In what will be limited in distribution, this blend is in celebration of Christian Eiroa’s 51^st birthday. The cigar made its debut during a 300-person event celebrating his birthday during the PCA 2023 on July 9^th. The celebration took place at Eight Lounge at Resorts World, in Las Vegas.

PCA | July 20, 2023 – West Tampa Tobacco Company’s Rick Rodriguez and Luciano Meirelles have one more surprise following this year’s Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show–a collaboration no one saw coming. The two cigar blenders have created a limited-edition car that will exclusively be available through My Old Kentucky Herf.

[Washington, DC — Monday, July 24, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has filed a formal request for a meeting with the Ombudsman of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Center for Tobacco Products to discuss PCA’s significant concerns related to FDA’s March 10, 2023, Proposed Rule seeking to establish so-called tobacco product manufacturing practice (TPMP) requirements. The request references the July 2022 order by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. It found that the FDA acted arbitrarily and capriciously in its 2016 action asserting regulatory authority over premium cigars. Yet, with the final remedy for that order still pending, the FDA has plowed forward with multiple rules, including the TPMP proposal, that would potentially impact the premium cigar market. Notably, the TPMP proposal does not acknowledge the court’s order or the pending remedy ruling.

[Washington, DC — Friday, July 21, 2023] The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has joined over 200 organizations in signing a letter to the White House that raises awareness of the importance of the negotiations between UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (Teamsters) in response to the ongoing negations between it and UPS. Scott Pearce, Executive Director of the PCA, also sent an independent letter to the White House addressing how this potential strike would have devastating consequences for the premium tobacco industry.

July 19,2023 – HumidifGroup and Joya De Nicaragua, the renowned cigar manufacturer known for its commitment to quality and innovation, are proud to release an extraordinary project that combines the pleasures of cigar smoking with the excitement of a captivating game. The new custom designed JDN cigar box, Antaño Power Play Sling Puck, delivers a one-of-a-kind experience and creates unique “JDN Moments” for cigar enthusiasts.

Get ready for the return of an annual sensation: the Limited Edition Short Run 2023 is set to be released soon! E.P. Carrillo’s Short Run series is renowned for its unique, one-of-a-kind blends that use the rarest tobaccos and tell distinct stories every year. This year’s creation promises to deliver an unforgettable smoking experience that expertly balances complexity and smoothness.

Espinosa Premium Cigars is proud to announce the release of the fifth installment of its “Las 6 Provincias Series”, ZDT.

Ocala, FL – Operation: Cigars For Warriors is proud to
announce that it has shipped its one million, five hundred
thousandth cigar to US troops deployed overseas in combat
zones, on long term deployments and floats.

June 22, 2023– C.L.E. Cigar Company announces the release of Asylum 867 (formerly known as Deadwood Tobacco Co. Chasing the Dragon). Asylum, recognized for its bold and edgy cigars, pushes the boundaries once again. The new variable for this blend is the involvement of Wild Bill Rectenwald and his team at DEADWOOD TOBACCO CO. AND CIGAR BAR in Deadwood, South Dakota.

New Vitolas from Black Works Studio

June 27, 2023 — Black Works Studio (BLK WKS) will be releasing new vitolas for Killer Bee and The Hornet lines at this year’s PCA in Las Vegas.

Hudson, NH, June 27, 2023 – The cigars are loaded, and the bags are packed for an exciting trip to Las Vegas for PCA 2023. United Cigars and their distribution partner Selected Tobacco are thrilled to showcase their portfolios of brands inside the Sands Convention Center at Booth 3099 and Booth 4097. This year, there’s an ace up their sleeves with a slew of new releases, limited editions, and size extensions that retailers will be going all in on. United Cigars is unveiling 4 new sizes of Red Anchor, and the Black Bomb Firecracker. Selected Tobacco is releasing Alfonso Gran Selección, Atabey Black Ritos, the limited edition 10-Year Extra Aged Atabey Dioses, and the Atabey Limited Edition Humidor. Explore all of the new products below and don’t forget it’s
never a gamble to bet on United Cigars.

June 27, 2023 (Hialeah Gardens, FL) – Espinosa Premium Cigars is proud to announce the release of the Knuckle Sandwich “Prix Fixe” Sampler.

E.P. Carrillo, internationally renowned for their superb craftsmanship and premium quality cigars, is excited to announce their newest creation: E.P. Carrillo Pledge of Allegiance 2023 is in stores now. This special limited edition release of 1,776 boxes allocated to retailers, not only represents the culmination of the company’s dedication to excellence, but also serves as a tribute to America’s indomitable spirit and the dream that it embodies.

(Miami, FL) June 20, 2023–Miami Cigar & Co. reaches two major milestones this year and in Nestor Miranda style a grand celebation is in order. Nestor Miranda’s 80^th birthday alongside the 25^th Anniversary of the Tatiana Cigar brand to be celebrated with a by invitation only event at Gatsby’s Cocktial Lounge at Resorts World. Event to take place on Saturday July 8, 2023 at 8:00 PM during the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas.

June 22, 2023 — Black Works Studio (BLK WKS) will be showcasing a new release at this year’s PCA in Las Vegas; POISON DART.  Hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.

Hudson, NH – This summer, United Cigars proudly introduces the Black Bomb Firecracker with an enhanced blend, and new 25 count box format. The United Firecracker was first cigar on the market with a long piece of tobacco at the head shaped like a ‘wick’ or ‘fuse’ to capture its name; Firecracker. Now, the Black Bomb Firecracker adds even more gunpowder to the blueprint. Using a rich Mexican San Andres wrapper over a Sumatra binder, and filler tobaccos from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, the Black Bomb combines explosive flavors with unrivaled intensity.

Heading back to the Premium Cigar Association trade show in 2024 means the world to us. We sincerely treasure the face-to-face time we have together to listen, learn, break bread and smoke sticks with so many of our industry colleagues.  And, we always enjoy engaging in commerce and having a ton of fun in Vegas with you, whether it’s burning new releases, hitting the circle bar in the evening, or attempting to do commerce over the music… 
 
We are returning to PCA 2024 primarily due to two reasons.  First, over past two years, Drew Estate and PCA leadership engaged in numerous mutually beneficial conversations that forged closer alignment in our positions regarding the most important, industry-wide matters that we all face.  This newfound alignment allows the premium cigar industry to better meet the significant challenges together and advocate for the best interests on behalf of consumers, retailers and manufacturers. Second,  the change in dates which slots PCA 2024 to take place in late March rather than July is a valuable change which more strongly aligns with the natural cadence of our industry’s business cycle.
 
For over 25-years, the diverse cast of characters at Drew Estate cherished every moment at the show sharing in the love and passion that the world of premium cigars enjoys during this special time each year.  Drew Estate has always felt proud to stand as a beacon of raw energy and emotion at the show, stimulating curiosity, wonderment, and sometimes even a bit of controversy as we unapologetically tore the place up with sneaker convention-like booths, classic donks sitting on 30 inch rims, and even the Manhattan Bridge, which suddenly landed on the show floor a few years back.  We look forward to renewing these moments with you and we are going do something super-fresh for 2024 to celebrate being back together, so stay tuned.
 
Additionally, and as we recently announced, Drew Estate is continuing its strong support for the TPE trade show moving forward.  Both the TPE and PCA trade shows deliver unique value to our wide-ranging and far-reaching retailer audiences, and we look forward to joining our industry partners at both events in 2024. The premium cigar culture is profoundly unique, and we cherish our time at the each of these shows where we learn more and become a most valued partner to our clients, big or small, domestic and international.