The packaging for the Fifteenth Anniversary cigar from Rocky Patel Premium Cigars (RPPC) is getting a makeover. These packaging changes will be introduced at the upcoming 2018 IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas. The new look packaging will begin shipping to cigar shops soon after. The blend in the Fifteenth Anniversary cigar will not change.
Davidoff will host the Seventh Annual Golden Band Awards this year, also hosting a White Party to celebrate 50 years of innovative cigar making. The winners will be announced at an exclusive event on July 15th at Davidoff of Geneva, Las Vegas Cigar Bar. The Golden Band Awards are honoring those Appointed Merchants who best represent the Davidoff standard of excellence.
Espinosa Premium Cigars has announced three new releases for the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show:
"This was a very nice experience with almost pin point-able transitions. With some changes in the profile definitely kept my interest. Very rich and packed a punch initially." -Ryan H. (Ryan H.)
"In the beginning I was quite impressed with this cigar and enjoyed it thoroughly. In fact, I had a hard time putting this cigar down for long. However, it didn't finish well. My hope is that this was a one off as I would definitely try it again if others had a different experience. I so enjoyed the first two thirds of the cigar so much, that I'm probably scoring this cigar a little high overall. " -Isaac M. (The Nothing)
2018 Marks the 50th Anniversary of Davidoff Cigars. Zino Davidoff opened up his flagship store in 1968 which over the last 50 years has grown into one of the largest cigar brands in the world. To celebrate this mile marker, Davidoff is re-releasing the Diademas Finas, which was first released in 2006 which would have been Zino Davidoff's 100th birthday. This limited edition comes in four vitolas, each with it's own porcelain jar. Each jar is numbered and has it's own humidification device. Each jar is it's own art designs, created by French artist Mariane Léger. These designs are also used in the new Davidoff 50th anniversary “Caves du Monde” humidors, exclusive lighters, Limited Edition ashtray, pipes and pipe tobacco.
This cigar was exactly what a project like this should be: not so prominent in the barrel-aged department that it takes over the blend, but enough that you know it was there. It reminded me of the Diesel Unlimited blend both profile-wise and on paper, but just with a little something extra. I'm not sure this is my favorite Diesel release, but it is up there with the Rage and Delirium. Definitely pick some of these up if you are a fan of Diesel, barrel aged cigars, or just want to try something new in general.
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·"This was real joy to smoke. I wouldn't have minded a bit more flavor variety but that's just shooting for the moon... The flavors that were present were delightful and kept me puffing! This one is purchase worthy for sure." -Jason H. (Jokey Smurf)
Yesterday, Judge Amit Mehta issued an opinion on several issues raised in the IPCPR’s lawsuit against the FDA.
Cubariqueño Cigar Co. has announced their fourth regular production cigar: Protocol Official Misconduct. Like all other Protocol cigar, they are being rolled at La Zona in Esteli. This will be initially available in one size, a 6 x 50 toro in boxes of 10 priced at $98.90 for the box. Official Misconduct carries on the tradition of Law Enforcement names for their cigars as owners Juan Cancel and Bill Ives are polices officers.