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Micallef Cigars Unveils Blue Micallef Cigars proudly announces the launch of Micallef Blue, the much-anticipated successor to the acclaimed Micallef Black. Last year, Black garnered many accolades, including Cigar of the Year by The Cigar Authority. Black quickly became a humidor staple for consumers and brick-and-mortar partners for its unparalleled quality at a compelling price point. Continuing this legacy, Blue offers a unique blend designed to captivate and satisfy the palate without compromising quality or affordability. Blue is a medium-bodied cigar with an old-world feel. It features a harmonious blend of a San Andrés Sumatra binder, an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, and fillers from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. This exquisite combination delivers a creamy and sophisticated smoking experience. Blue is a testament to Micallef Cigars’ commitment to offering extraordinary cigars at exceptional value. “Following the success of Micallef Black, our job is to exceed expectations,” said Dan Thompson, President of Micallef Cigars. “The Micallef Blue is a slightly sweet San Andrés Sumatra, praised by those who got to enjoy it early—another premium experience at an unbeatable pocket-friendly price.” Blue is available in Toro and Robusto sizes in 25-count boxes and will begin shipping to retailers on March 25. Strength: Medium Wrapper: San Andrés Sumatra Binder: Ecuadorian Habano Filler: Nicaragua & Dominican Republic Retail Price: Robusto (5×52) $7.00/cigar, Toro (6×52) $8.00/cigar

CAVALIER GENÈVE CIGARS RELEASE PETIT N2/PRE-RELEASE TEMPURA Cavalier Genève Cigars will be adding Petit N2 vitolas to its flagship White Series, Black II, and BII Viso Jalapa lines for the first time at PCA 2024. Cavalier is also announcing a new release called Tempura that will be shown off in a pre-release version during the tradeshow. The Petit N2 is a new core vitola for the flagship White Series, as well as Black II and BII Viso Jalapa. The cigars come in a 4.75×52 parejo size. They are the second core offering in the Black II and BII Viso Jalapa that are not soft box-pressed cigars. White Series Wrapper: Habano Binder: Connecticut Fillers: Nicaragua, Paraguay, Dom. Rep. The Cavalier White Series is the brand’s original flagship line. A true mild-to-medium, complex cigar line that offers beautiful transitions in all sizes while each providing a distinct experience and personality. Box count: 20 cigars Core Line: Petit N2 75×52 “Parejo” Corona 75×44 “Parejo” Medio 5×58 “Parejo” – Exclusively on demand Elegantes 5×52 “Parejo” Diplomate 5×56 “Parejo” Toro 6×52 Small Batch: Lancero 7×38 “Parejo” Salomones 7x50x56 “Parejo” White Series Petit N2 recommended Msrp. 11.80 $

Fortaleza y Libre Cigars Announces New Line: INTIMIDADOR Virginia—Fortaleza y Libre Cigars announces its newest addition, the Intimidador. “This addition expands our catalog of blends on the full-bodied and full-strength end of the spectrum. With the recent addition of the Avalanche and now the Intimidador, we have a cigar for every palette,” said Greg Free, President of Fortaleza y Libre Cigars. The Blend Full Body/Strength – On the cold draw, the well-aged San Andrés wrapper and ligero from two countries provide a prelude to the strength that follows. At first light, you’ll taste sweet and earthy notes from the wrapper on your tongue as the abundant smoke carries the coffee, earth, and leather notes San Andrés is known for. As you work into the first third, the essence of grassy field and floral notes manifests in the background while the boldness of the blend shines through. The body builds, and the Intimidador reaches its full potential, as you burn toward the second third. If strong cigars make you question your reality, you’ll be feeling it about now. A smooth power in the background emerges as the final third starts, bringing all flavors of this three-country blend to the surface. If you’re a bourbon fan, lean toward a cask strength or Rye. If you’re a beer fan, a porter stands up nicely against this full-strength bull. And not forgetting our winelovers, we recommend a hearty cabernet sauvignon or malbec. Positive Customer Impact We received exceptional feedback from our soft release in the Big Ashes Cigars, Big Ash Box. “I loved how the cigar had a great burn, plenty of tasty smoke and brought flavors that were nuanced and complex. I would buy as many boxes as I could get my hands on as its only going to get better!” exclaimed customer Frank…

Kafie 1901 Cigars Introduces Fresh Packs – 2024 PCA Kafie 1901 Cigars Introduces Fresh Packs with Boveda for 2024 PCA Trade Show (Boutique Cigar Pavilion/PCA 2024) Cutler Bay, FL – February 22, 2024 Kafie 1901 Cigars is thrilled to unveil new Fresh Packs designed to elevate both the retail and consumer experience with our premium cigar brand. At the upcoming 2024 PCA Trade Show, we will debut Fresh Packs, a new offering that combines convenience and quality. These custom-branded humidity-controlled zip-lock bags feature artwork depicting Dr. Kafie’s grandfather’s voyage from England to New York in 1901 and will each include a Boveda pack to ensure optimal humidity levels for each cigar sampler. Dr. Gaby Kafie remarks, “Recognizing the demand for grab-and-go items for outdoor activities and the significance of providing an affordable sampler for connoisseurs to explore our range of blends, we are excited to introduce Fresh Packs.” At Kafie 1901 Cigars, we take pride in our commitment to listening to our retailers and offering solutions that enhance the consumer experience. Fresh Packs will showcase the Kafie 1901 core line of premium cigars, available in multiple vitolas. See below for pricing: Vitola Offerings and Pricing (per 5 pack): Robusto:       5×50                5 pack MSRP $51.99 Toro:             5 3/4 x 54        5 pack MSRP $60.00 Belicoso:       6 1/2 x 52        5 pack MSRP $62.00 Churchill:       7 x 47             5 pack MSRP $64.00 Visit us at the 2024 PCA Trade Show, where all these products will be on display. Kafie 1901 Cigars is proud to be featured inside the Boutique Cigar Pavilion, hosted by the Boutique Cigar Association. “We are delighted to introduce this new packaging style, opening up opportunities to showcase our products at events, festivals, and retail shelves. We extend our special thanks…

Lisa Wicker: Master Distiller New Garrard County Distilling Staghorn Names Lisa Wicker Master Distiller of New Garrard County Distilling Co. Former Widow Jane President and Master Distiller Takes Helm at Largest All-New Independent Distillery in Kentucky   ATLANTA (February 13, 2024) – Atlanta-based premium spirits company Staghorn has named award-winning craft whiskey maker Lisa Wicker as the first Master Distiller of its recently opened Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky. The former Widow Jane Distillery leader will oversee whiskey making at the largest all-new independent distillery in the commonwealth, capable of producing 8.5 million proof gallons or 150,000 barrels of whiskey a year. The distillery began operations in January. Wicker brings more than 20 years of distilling and winemaking experience to Garrard County Distilling Co. In her new role as Master Distiller, she will manage all aspects of whiskey production, including grain selection, fermentation, distillation, blending, and aging for the company’s owned whiskey brands, including All Nations, as well as contract-distilled whiskey. Prior to joining Garrard County Distilling Co., Wicker was the President and Master Distiller of Widow Jane Distillery in Brooklyn, NY, where she worked for nearly six years. There, her highly regarded whiskeys earned such accolades as Whisky Magazine’s Best Small Batch Bourbon 2022, Best in Class at the 2019 Whiskies of the World Awards, and a Double Gold Medal at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition. She was also nominated for the Icons of Whiskey Master Distiller/Blender of the Year. Under Wicker, Widow Jane was the largest heirloom corn crop whiskey in the U.S. for several years. Wicker’s other experience in the spirits industry includes lead distilling roles at Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company, Samson & Surrey, Limestone Branch, and Starlight Distillery. For years, she served as a consulting distiller at George Washington’s Distillery, the revival…

Plasencia Cigars to Release “The Year of the Dragon” (Miami, Florida) January x, 2024, Plasencia Cigars, a world-leading premium tobacco grower since 1865, announces the release of the limited edition “The Year of the Dragon”. This is the fourth limited edition offering by Plasencia commemorating the Chinese New Year. This limited-edition brand is offered in a Torpedo 6 ½ x 54 Vitola. A total of 3,000 boxes of “The Year of the Dragon” were produced which will be made available for the global market. February 10, 2024, kicks off the Chinese New Year and once again Plasencia Cigars looks to offer up a blend that not only represents the Plasencia family but also honors Chinese culture. The dragon, occupying the fifth position in the Chinese zodiac, symbolizes good luck, honor, strength, and health. In Chinese culture, distinct as a mythical creature, the Dragon has no parallel for talent and excellence. The Plasencia family feels strongly that they share common elements with the characteristics of the Dragon. Honor, strength and striving for excellence has kept the family business thriving since 1865. The “Year of the Dragon” is a puro using tobaccos from the various Plasencia farms within Nicaragua. The cigar is a beautiful medium-bodied cigar that is impeccably constructed. This blend was created to match the redeeming features of the dragon. Robust and bold, “The Year of the Dragon” is a cigar that is smooth and refined while offering peppery and earthy notes. Plasencia Cigars CEO Nestor Andres Plasencia stated: “The dragon is an animal that perfectly represents our family’s drive for excellence. We look forward to celebrating the Chinese New Year with the public via this special offering.” MSRP: $45 per cigar, $450 per ten count boxes. For more information, visit www.plasenciacigars.com and follow @PlasenciaCigars on social media. ABOUT PLASENCIA…

Miami Cigar & Co — Highly Anticipated NM 80 Dinner Event MIAMI CIGAR & CO. IS NOW SHIPPING THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED NM80. OFFICIAL LAUNCH DINNER EVENT IN CELEBRATION OF NESTOR MIRANDA’S BIRTHDAY AT CITY CIGAR LOUNGE. (Miami, FL) January 29, 2024–Miami Cigar & Co. announces that the much-awaited NM80 is now shipping. City Cigar Lounge was tapped as the launching pad for the highly anticipated NM80 cigar brand. The NM80 was created to commemorate Nestor Miranda’s 80th birthday. The event is a sit down 5-course dinner by “Certified Angus Beef Chef of the Year” Carla DiLorenzo. Dinner to take place on February 8, 2024, at 7:00 pm. City Cigar Lounge is located at 41 NW 2nd St, Miami, FL 33128. Argentine open-fire cooking has taken the nation by storm. The owner of City Cigar Lounge Tico Gutierrez thought of no better way to honor Nestor Miranda and his penchant for flair and panache than by bringing in a chef that creates experiences as well as amazing cuisine. Chef Carla will bring Argentina to Miami by using a Tagwood open fire grill and cook using wood. For $250 per seat ticket, guests will experience a 5-course dinner to include tasting of THE Balvenie 14. Guests will also take home a box of the NM80 ($200 value) and a bottle of THE Balvenie 14 ($85 value) Jason Wood, Vice President of Miami Cigar and Nestor’s son-in-law, teamed up with My Father Cigar and created the blend in secret, only recently presenting it to Nestor. Only 500 boxes of 3 unique sizes were created for the NM80.  The NM80 is a Nicaraguan puro created using material from My Father Cigar’s vast library of tobacco. The tobacco was carefully chosen by the My Father team with Nestor’s palate in mind. The cigar is medium-bodied, elegant…

Cavalier Genève to release Black II and BII Viso Jalapa For Immediate Release January 25th, 2024 Cavalier Genève announces that it is adding the Black II and BII Viso Jalapa 5.75×44 Coronas to its core line offering as of TPE 2024. The Corona is the 6th core offering in the Black II as well as the BII Viso Jalapa lines. Here is the updated and complete Black II and BII Viso Jalapa lines as of TPE 2024: Black II: Wrapper: San Andrés Binder: Habano Fillers: Nicaragua The Cavalier Black II is blended to deliver a unique old-school maduro experience. The line offers richness and complexity with medium strength. The cigars provide an aged tobacco experience combined to a dark profile. Core Line: Corona 5.75×44 “Parejo” Robusto 5×50 Robusto Gordo 5×54 Toro 6×54 Toro Gordo 6×60 Torpedo 6×52 Small Batch: Lancero 7×38 Salomones 7x50x56 BII Viso Jalapa: Wrapper: Viso Jalapa Binder: Habano Fillers: Nicaragua www.cavalier-cigars.com

CROWNED HEADS ANNOUNCES MIL DIAS MADURO Crowned Heads is excited to announce its latest regular production brand release, “Mil Dfas Maduro,” in partnership with the TacaNicsa factory (Esteli, Nicaragua), the makers of the original Mil Dfas brand. Mil Dias Maduro is a three-viola collection highlighted by a Grade A Dark Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, Habano binder, and all-Nicaraguan filler tobaccos from three regions (Viso Jalapa, Ligero Condega, and Seco Ometepe). “Mil Dias Maduro is an extension to the original Mil Dias brand that we announced back in July of 2020,” explained Crowned Heads co­founder Jon Huber. “What’s important to note, however, is that the Maduro blend is not simply a re-tread of the original blend where we just swapped the wrapper leaf out. Mil Dfas Maduro is an all-new blend from the outside to the inside that we felt was worthy of bearing the Mil Dfas brand name. We began working on the Mil Dias Maduro blend with Eradio Pichardo in the summer of 2023. The result is a cigar with a flavor profile that is dense and lush, layered with notes of dark chocolate, baking spices, with excellent structure and a pepper component that is most noticeable on the retro-hale.” Mil Dfas Maduro will make its global debut at the upcoming Total Product Expo (TPE) trade show to be held January 31-February 2nd at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mil Dias Maduro will be available in three vitolas: Edmundo (5 3/8 x 52), Sublime (6 x 54), and Tapes (4 7/8 x 56). The brand will carry an identical suggested retail price range to the original Mil Dias ($10.95-$12.50) and will begin shipping in February 2024. Mil Dias Maduro is manufactured at the TacaNicsa factory in Esteli, Nicaragua, home to the original Mil Dias brand…

New Midwest exclusive cigar from DISSIDENT Cigars January 16, 2024: DISSIDENT Cigars drops a bomb on Midwest, USA  with a Midwest exclusive Limited Edition cigar being added to the Dissident family of cigars. The HERETIC, a 6.5×46 Corona Larga Box Press is a medium/full body cigar with notes of cream, nuts, earth, light pepper and chocolate. The Midwest exclusive HERETIC will be launched by our good friends at Iowa Cigar Company on January 31st, 2024 and will be available to all supporting Midwest retailers starting February 5th, 2024. HERETIC Country of Origin: Esteli,Nicaragua Wrapper(s): Ecuadorian Maduro, Ecuadorian Rojiso Binder: Ecuador Filler: Nicaragua DISSIDENT MSRP: $12.50 “Paying homage to my roots, having a Midwest exclusive cigar is important to me. From Detroit to Flint, Michigan and small town, Iowa, these places all play a vital role in who I am today. Resilience, perseverance, strength and personal sovereignty run deep in my blood as they do in these cities and states. I go against the grain and choose to see with my own eyes. My past and my stomping grounds helped pave the way for that mindset and taught me how to be a strong, true, undeniable HERETIC.” Says Owner/blender Cynn Coburn. The HERETIC will also be available on the national level as an event only cigar. 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…