Unveiling at the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show March 22-25 in Las Vegas
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Altadis U.S.A. celebrates a big milestone in 2024, as the H. Upmann cigar brand turns 180 years old. The limited-edition H. Upmann 180th Anniversary cigarcommemorates one of the oldest and most renowned cigar brands in the world since 1844. The cigar, an iconic 50 X 7 Churchill size, will be presented in a beautifully detailed 10-count box. Only 5,000 boxes have been produced. In addition to these boxes, Altadis U.S.A. will also release 180 special-edition, numbered humidors – each containing 50 exclusive cigars in a 50 X 6 Toro size.
March 19, 2024– C.L.E. Cigar Company announces the unveiling of the Asylum April Fools’ 2024 “Year of the Dragon” at the PCA in Las Vegas. The Asylum April Fools’ 2024 Year of the Dragon is the fourth in a series of cigars that are released yearly on April Fools’ Day (April 1st). Last year’s version celebrated the Chinese Zodiac.” Asylum cigars will continue this trend showcasing this year’s version.
Espinosa Premium Cigars and Knuckle Sandwich Cigars are proud to announce the release of the Knuckle Sandwich “2024 Chef Special.” The new Chef Special will be showcased at the 2024 PCA in March 2024.
Said Erik Espinosa, “Back in 2022, we released the Chef Special Habano as the very first LE for Knuckle Sandwich Cigars, we followed that up in 2023 with the Chef Special Sumatra, both were fantastic, so it’s back again this year with a new blend, a new size and with a new wrapper, Connecticut Broadleaf.”
WESTON, Florida – Quality Importers Trading Company ® (QI) the leading accessory supplier to the worldwide premium cigar trade, introduces CONSPIRACY® CIGARS – an exclusive new line of premium cigars featuring SWAGSTORM packaging.
The CONSPIRACY® line is the brainchild of industry veterans Alex Goldman, President & COO of QI, and Michael Giannini, Chief of Customer Engagement for QI. After moving from the cigar side of the industry to premium accessories, both men began to explore ways to apply their combined 80+ years of premium cigar experience in a new and innovative manner. Working in conjunction with Mike & Marilyn Giordano, Owners of QI, recognized leaders in the cigar accessory space, and originators of the SWAGSTORM concept, the four conspired to create cigars and accompanying SWAG that will be appreciated by all premium cigar smokers.
March 19, 2024 — Black Label Trading Co (BLTC) will be showcasing a new release at this year’s PCA in Las Vegas; ORTHODOX. Hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.
ORTHODOX is a small batch release offered to retailers attending the PCA tradeshow this year. It will be first come first serve and begin shipping at the end of April.
March 18, 2024-C.L.E. Cigar Company to present the Asylum Serenity Now, Insanity Later line of cigars at the 2024 PCA. Asylum is recognized for its bold, edgy, and creative cigars blends. The Asylum Serenity Now, Insanity Later brand is composed of two different cigar blends. The two blends represent a “split screen” type of smoking experience.
Valentino Siesto Cigars is thrilled to announce their first presence at PCA 2024 in Las Vegas. US series were new branded with the 67-ring. Recurring series and limited releases will be presented at the booth #4100 from March 23 to 25.
03.12.24 Ellington, Connecticut. – Foundation Cigars is thrilled to unveil its latest offerings, the Wise Man Corojo and Wise Man Maduro cigar lines. Crafted in collaboration with renowned cigar maker Pepin Garcia and My Father Cigars, these new additions exemplify the commitment to excellence and tradition that Foundation Cigars is known for.
March 5, 2024 — Black Works Studio (BLK WKS) will be showcasing a new release at this year’s PCA in Las Vegas; PAPER CRANE. Hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.
PAPER CRANE is a small batch release that will be shipping to select retailers at the end of the month.
WASHINGTON, DC (March 07, 2024) – Today, Cigar Rights of America (CRA) met with Dr. Brian King, Director of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), to discuss key issues concerning the premium cigar industry, including CTP’s five-year strategic plan and pending proposed regulation to limit nicotine in tobacco products.
[Washington, D.C. – March 4, 2024] To connect and inspire women working in the premium cigar and pipe industry, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has launched the Women of PCA, a new business resource group led by women and designed to foster the professional and personal development of the association’s women members.
Last week, a member of the Colorado state senate sought tax relief for the state’s small business tobacconists and their customers. Although the measure came up a couple of votes short, the case was made as never before.