C.L.E. Showcasing its annual PCA Exclusive blends (Miami, FL) March 21, 2024–C.L.E. Cigar Company announces the showcasing of its annual PCA Exclusive blends. In what has become a yearly tradition Christian Eiroa, and team will present the 2024 PCA Exclusive blends for C.L.E. Cigars, Eiroa Cigars, and Asylum Cigars. In Christian’s fourth installment of the PCA exclusive cigars, he wanted to showcase the different wrappers by creating a unique and innovative 100 count Honey-Comb display. These displays will not only be useful for the PCA exclusives but can remain in the stores as a permanent display for future CLE, EIROA or Asylum Cigars. The blends were each created using tobacco from C.L.E. Cigar Company’s farm in South America. The proprietary binder and filler of each [blend] was blended by Christian Eiroa. Each brand will feature a different wrapper. Christian Eiroa President and Founder of C.L.E. Cigar Company stated: “We are slowly rolling out this tobacco from our South American farm. Last years’ PCA exclusives used tobacco from that farm, and it was well received. The tobacco has now gone through another year of aging, so the smoker can expect a more refined smoking experience. I am also excited to share this new and attractive box, which will house one hundred cigars.” C.LE. 2024 PCA Exclusive: Connecticut wrapper Eiroa 2024 PCA Exclusive: Maduro wrapper Asylum 2024 PCA Exclusive: Habano wrapper The three 2024 PCA Exclusive blends are offered in one hundred count boxes and will contain four different vitolas of the blends. Vitola: 50X5, 11X18, 52X6, 60X6 MSRP $1,896.00 per 100 count box. MSRP $18.96 per cigar. *MSRP excludes local and state taxes ABOUT C.L.E CIGAR COMPANY C.L.E. Cigar Company, established by Christian Eiroa in 2012 is steeped in tradition, going back to the early 1960’s in Honduras. The Eiroa family…

Black Label Trading Co (BLTC) to release at PCA: Orthodox 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. “Orthodox is really about Black Label getting back to its roots. We’ve done a lot over the last 10 years but at our core we are about highlighting the strength & intensity of Nicaraguan tobacco. That’s what I went for with the Orthodox. It’s extremely bold with spice throughout the palate and nose. Its intensity is balanced by flavors of dark fruits, cherries, raisins and finishes with star anise. This cigar is bold but very balanced and extremely complex,” says James Brown, creator of Black Label Trading Co./Black Works Studio and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra. ORTHODOX Country of Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Mexico San Andrés Binder: Ecuador Habano Filler: Nicaraguan 75×50 Toro (20 count box) MSRP $13.00 5×46 Corona Gorda (20 count box) MSRP $12.50 5×52 Short Robusto (20 count box) MSRP $12.50 Black Label Trading Company is redefining the standards for cigar making. With a less is more philosophy, Black Label Trading Co. creates hand crafted premium cigars of the utmost quality with unique flavor profiles and creative artwork. Visit the Oveja Negra Brands Booth #14097 at this year’s PCA Tradeshow for more information or ovejanegracigars.com.

CROWNED HEADS ANNOUNCES ‘CORONETA:’ ONE BRAND, TWO EXPRESSIONS, TWO FACTORIES  Crowned Heads is excited to announce their latest regular production brand, “Coroneta,” a name that is derived from ‘coronet,’ a small or relatively simple crown. Crowned Heads Coroneta is actually comprised of two different blends from two different factories, both under the ‘Coroneta’ heading. Coroneta Habano is produced at Nicaraguan American Cigars, S.A. (NACSA) in Esteli, Nicaragua, while the Coroneta Maduro is made at Casa Carrillo in Santiago, Dominican Republic. “The concept of simultaneously introducing one brand in two expressions from two different houses is something entirely first-time for us,” commented Crowned Heads co-founder, Jon Huber. “The Habano version from NACSA was actually final and production ready back in the Spring of 2022, but we decided to hold it back. Ultimately, we felt so strongly about the Coroneta brand that we tapped the ‘Godfather of Boutique Cigars,’ aka Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, to partner with us on developing the maduro version. I think the Coroneta brand achieves what we excel at, which is, seamlessly blending tradition and history with premium modernity.” Coroneta Habano is manufactured under the supervision of Raul Disla (NACSA), and is comprised of a Nicaraguan binder, filler tobaccos from three regions of Nicaragua (Esteli, Condega, and Jalapa), and is finished with a nearly flawless Ecuadorian (Habano) cover leaf. Coroneta Maduro features a combination of an Ecuadorian (Connecticut) binder, filler tobaccos from Nicaragua, Pennsylvania, and the Dominican Republic, and is completed with a dark Mexican (San Andres) maduro wrapper. Both the Coroneta Habano and Coroneta Maduro lines will share the same range of three vitolas: Earl (5″ x 52), Duke (51/2″ x 54), and Baron (6″ x 56). The vitola names were derived from the various crowns of British heraldry worn by the lower ranks of nobility in the16th century.…

Fratello Cigars Launches Concealed Carry Cigars [Ashburn, VA, March 15, 2024] – Fratello Cigars announces its latest venture: Concealed Carry Cigars. This collection consists of six small batch productions, each with its own exclusive theme and blend. Members of the Premium Cigar Association attending next week’s PCA24 CONVENTION & INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW in Las Vegas will have an exclusive look at the first release of the 2024 series which is planned to begin shipping to authorized Concealed Carry retailers on March 23, 2024. “The reason for creating Concealed Carry Cigars is to portray a period in our history that some would like to remember, and others forget. We are telling each story with a cigar”. Said Omar de Frias. Founded by Omar, a former NASA analyst turned cigar aficionado, Fratello Cigars was launched in 2013 with a goal to redefine the cigar experience by blending tradition with modernity. An avid history enthusiast Omar wanted to invite educated cigar smokers to join him on what he calls “a cigar journey throughout history”. The Concealed Carry logo, featuring a chameleon, symbolizes adaptability, resilience, and belonging. Just as the chameleon seamlessly blends into its surroundings, Concealed Carry Cigars is here to blend and forge connections across a very selected group of retailer members nationwide. Limited to only (75) Fratello Cigar retailer members nationwide, Concealed Carry grants exclusive access to limited one-time production blends that have been curated and selected from undisclosed factories in the Dominican Republic, Honduras and Nicaragua. Each cigar blend is also undisclosed. Lovers of small batch limited drops are invited to follow the Concealed Carry journey at https://concealedcarrycigars.com to find out where you can purchase these exclusive cigars. “Every retailer in the United States has patronage from every walk of life. We want to create and foster a sense of…

DISSIDENT ANNOUNCES PCA RELEASE OF LIMITED EDITION PLASMATIC.  March 14, 2024: DISSIDENT Cigars pays tribute to a true punk rock Dissident with the release of the Limited Edition PLASMATIC! “Wendy O. Williams is an icon of punk rock decadence & attitude who is known for going against social norms, her over the top on stage antics, and for questioning authority! If that’s not living the life of a Dissident, we don’t know what is!” says owner/blender Cynn Coburn “The PLASMATIC is a tribute to her rebellious lifestyle and legacy!”  PLASMATIC Country of Origin: Esteli, Nicaragua Wrapper(s): Sumatra, Connecticut Binder: Ecuador Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican DISSIDENT MSRP: $12.50 The 5.5×52 PLASMATIC is a smooth, creamy habano with notes of floral, earth, spice, and nuts. The PLASMATIC arrives in a 20 count box with striking artwork of owner/blender Cynn Coburn and containing a Wendy O. Williams lyric that reminds us that we are responsible for the lives we choose to live! The PLASMATIC will first be available to attendees of the 2024 Premium Cigar Association trade show March 22nd – March 25th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Remaining boxes will be available to stocking Dissident lounges nationwide after the close of the show.  Please contact your Oveja Negra Representative for more information..  DISSIDENT is a boutique cigar brand for the next generation of premium cigar smokers! While utilizing traditional cigar making methods, Dissident is committed to bringing a new rebellious focus to boutique cigars and the individuals who enjoy them. ReVolt from the norm & stray from the herd, smoke Dissident. Each line is hand-made by Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua and is distributed by Oveja Negra Brands throughout the United States.  For more information, please visit OvejaNegraCigars.com. Consumers may search by zip code for retailers nearest them.