Posts by Richard Olivera

Just when we thought we had heard it all, new prohibitions on cigar smoking have emerged, leaving many scratching their heads in confusion. These restrictions are taking place in two…

As the trend for thick cigars continues, Belgian cigar company M. Meerapfel Söhne—best known for cultivating Cameroon tobacco—is taking a different approach. Meerapfel is adding two relatively slender sizes to…

Caldwell Cigar Co. is launching a Maduro version of its Long Live the Queen line, made in the Dominican Republic. The company showcased the cigars at this year’s PCA trade…

Padrón Cigars is making a small but noticeable change to the bands on its Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series, Serie 1926, and Dámaso Series cigars. Some of these cigars have already…

Habanos introduced the 2024 Edición Limitada, Trinidad Cabildos Premier Pack, at the Habanos World Days Gala Dinner on June 22, 2024, in London. This exclusive release is now available solely…

OZ Family Cigars has expanded its portfolio with a third regular-production line in response to customer demand for a milder cigar. Named Firsat, which translates to "opportunity" in Turkish, the…