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News: Partagas de Bronce Due in April

Following the Cohiba M and La Gloria 8th Street, we have another General Cigar Co. offering being made at Al Titan de Bronze in Miami. These are pricey, it’s not cheap to make cigars in the US.  I expect to see a Macanudo made there next.  I’ll be honest, my favorite from ETB is the Cornelius, at half the price of most of these. Sadly they are extinct, fortunately I still have a bunch. I may spring for one if I see it in the wild, but I haven’t shelled out for the La Gloria yet, so…

 

 

PARTAGAS RELEASES FIRST US-MADE CIGAR IN COLLABORATION WITH EL TITÁN DE BRONZE

Partagas will release its first collaboration in April with Partagas de Bronce, an exceptional cigar handcrafted in Miami by the Cuban expatriate rollers of the famed El Titán de Bronze Cigar Factory.

 

The cigar’s name calls upon the Spanish spelling of “bronce in tribute to the origins of Partagas and El Titan de Bronze.

 

Partagas de Bronce was blended by STG’s Justin Andrews, with Sandy Cobas and the blending team at El Titán de Bronze. Made with a Corojo wrapper, Partagas de Bronce is a medium- bodied Nicaraguan puro that brims with nuances. Cocoa, earth, wood,hints of citrus and an intriguing creaminess deliver a cigar that highlights the heritage of Partagas with the artistry of El Titán de Bronze.

 

 

John Hakim, brand manager of Partagas said, “For a venerable brand like Partagas, collaborating with a legend like Sandy Cobas and creating a special, limited edition cigar at her family-owned factory marks an important step in Partagas’ evolution. Partagas de Bronce highlights Partagas’ devotion to old-world cigar making techniques, and its commitment to marching the brand forward through innovation. We look forward to sharing this exceptional blend with cigar lovers across the country.”  

 

Partagas de Bronce will be released in April, when 5,000 boxes, each signed by the El Titán de Bronze cigar maker who crafted them, will ship to retailers. Each box contains ten cigars.

 

Partagas de Bronce Corona Gorda (6.25” x 46) – SRP per cigar $22.99

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News: Fratello Cigars To Be Distributed in Iceland

I’d be willing to bet I’m the only cigar blogger/media guy who’s been to the Bjork shop in Reykjavík.  For a long time I was in the first couple results on Google when searching for info on cigars in Iceland.  I think I saw where Karen Berger also got distribution in Iceland. From my experience, there wasn’t a whole lot of cigar culture there.  I’m happy to see brands besides Havanas, Davidoff and the odd Macanudo being sold there.  Read on:

 

 

FRATELLO CIGARS ANNOUNCES ICELAND DISTRIBUTION

Omar de Frias is proud to announce Fratello Cigars newest distribution partner in Iceland Björk Tobacco.  Björk Tobacco has their headquarters in Reykjavík Iceland and has been in operation for over two decades.

 

“We are very excited to be partnering with Trausti Reynissson and his team.  After meeting with Björk Tobacco at Dortmund last year we saw an incredible opportunity for Fratello in the market.” Said de Frias.  

 

“We are very happy to get to work with Omar and bring his outstanding cigars to Iceland.  We own 2 locations and recently opened our third location in December and Fratello is already building a strong following amongst our customers.” Said Reynissson.

 

Fratello Cigars currently has distribution in the Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Norway, Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Thailand, Brazil, Nicaragua, Czech Republic, Slovakia, New Zealand, Spain,  Sweeden, Romania, France, Qatar, Australia, Italy,  Germany, Cyprus, Virgin Islands, UEA and now Iceland. This partnership will open new doors and continue to expand on Fratello Cigars accelerated international growth.

 

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News: Smokin Tabacco Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Raffle Begins

Here’s some news from the folks over at Smokin Tabacco. I know I don’t make it a habit of posting news from other media outlets, but this one is a great charity event.  Throw a few bucks toward the CFCF, and maybe win some spectacular prizes!  It’s a great cause! 

 

 

Smokin Tabacco is proud to announce the third annual Smokin Tabacco Cigar Family Charitable Foundation fundraiser raffle has officially gone live. You can now purchase your raffle tickets as you wish. More prizes are being added daily, including some unimaginable ones from Arturo Fuente.

 

In their first two years, Smokin Tabacco has been able to raise a total of $57,000 for the cause that is run and operated by the Newman and Fuente families of J.C. Newman and Arturo Fuente, respectively. This was something that Matt and Nicole first started in 2021 to celebrate the one-year anniversary of their first podcast, The Smokin Tabaco Show. Instead of more traditional methods of marking an anniversary, they decided to use their media platform to host a raffle that would benefit a cause they both felt strongly about. While going through many different foundations and causes, they ultimately decided upon hosting a raffle that would benefit The Cigar Family Charitable Foundation.

 

In year one the fundraiser finished at $7,000. In year two however, things heated up when nearing the $20,000 line, Carlito Fuente called Matt and Nicole and told them he would personally match the final total bringing the final amount for 2022 to $51,000. The goal for 2022 was $10,000 and was easily exceeded. Now, going into 2023, Smokin Tabacco is proud to announce a third round and hopes to pass the amount raised from the year before.

 

In November 2022, Matt and Nicole traveled to the Dominican Republic to visit the Cigar Family campus and met all the amazing kids, teachers, personnel and even some former students who return to the school to give back. It was a life changing experience and gives you a new sense of how important this organization is once you see how far this money goes.

“It is such an honor to be able to play a small role in this great organization. We are so proud of everyone who came out and donated these past two years and hope to see another amazing year in 2023.” says Matt Tabacco, owner of Smokin Tabacco.

 

 

Nicole Tabacco with one of the students at the CF-CF campus in Bonao

 

There are some amazing items being raffled off including items from the OpusX Society, La Flor Dominicana, Tatuaje, Aganorsa Leaf, Drew Estate, Room 101, Red Meat Lovers Club, J.C. Newman, Arturo Fuente, Cigar-Coop, Hiram & Solomon, Rabbit Air, a box of TGS 2021 Opus X from Smoke Inn and more. The fundraiser will run until April 26th at 5PM EST. The website for the raffle can be found at go.rallyup.com/smokintabacco2023 or by texting SMKTAB to 855-202-2100. For questions about the fundraiser, email Matt at Matthew@smokintabacco.com or call us at 978-886-1574.

 

ABOUT CIGAR FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

The Cigar Family Charitable Foundation (CF-CF) began in 2001 when long time cigar industry business partners, the Fuente and Newman families, formalized the dream of improving people’s lives in the mountainous Bonao region of the Dominican Republic. By focusing on families, they hoped to give the children in this cigar producing region an opportunity for a better future.

 

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News: Room101 Cigars Daruma Returning

I think this is the first Room101 brand to be released under STG ownership.  I remember smoking the Darumas when they came out, I don’t remember them being in the Ranfla perfecto shape with paper wrap.  It’s a nice presentation! 

 

ROOM101 RESURRECTS REVERED DARUMA BLEND

 

Room101 originally released Daruma in 2012 as a follow up to Namakubi to reflect the authentic heartbeat of the Room101 cigar collection. Nearly a dozen years later, Daruma is back to begin a new chapter of perseverance and good fortune.

 

For those of you who aren’t up on Japanese talismans, a Daruma is a small papier mache figure used in Japan and around the world as a goal setting tool. Its egg-like shape is connected to perseverance: if a Daruma is knocked down, it will stand right back up. When setting a goal for the year, one of the eyes of the figure gets penciled in, and when the goal is achieved, the second eye gets penciled in and the Daruma gets lit on fire in celebration of the achievement. It’s not dissimilar to lighting a cigar to mark a special occasion.

 

Matt Booth said, “The return of Daruma is symbolic of the relationship with STG and Room101 moving forward. It represents the opportunity for Room101 to spread its wings which has always been our goal. And just as goals change and times change, Daruma has evolved. The Daruma of 2011 would not be the Daruma of today. The blend is correct and appropriate for now and begins a new chapter for both Daruma and Room101. This cigar is exactly what it needs to be, and it gives people exactly what it needs to give them. Light up a Daruma and celebrate how far you come and set a course for your next big adventure.”

 

Daruma is a Nicaraguan puro made proudly in Nicaragua in partnership with international sex symbol Cory Bappert and Room101’s friends at Oliva.

Daruma will be available in one size, 6” x 50 Toro that will sell for an SRP of $12.99 per cigar. The brand will be distributed by Forged Cigar Company.

Coming soon…

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News: STG Acquiring Alec Bradley Cigars

I didn’t see this coming, but if the amount of money I’ve seen is right, why wouldn’t Alan Rubin sell?  I’ll be curious to see whether Alec and Bradley stay on for a little while, it wouldn’t surprise me it that was part of the deal. Or…is the Alec and Bradley brand separate? 

 

SCANDINAVIAN TOBACCO GROUP TO ACQUIRE ALEC BRADLEY CIGAR BUSINESS

 

Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announces today that the company has agreed to acquire the Alec Bradley cigar business.

 

The transaction is expected to close on or about February 28, 2023.

 

Founded by Alan Rubin in 1996, the Alec Bradley cigar business is a leading player in the premium cigar space. The brand stands for critically-acclaimed cigars and the portfolio includes Prensado, Kintsugi, Alec Bradley Double Broadleaf, Fine and Rare, Black Market and other brands.

 

Scandinavian Tobacco Group’s most recent acquisition was of the Room101 brand in June 2022. The company actively seeks opportunities to expand its strong portfolio with the aim to become the undisputed global and sustainable leader in cigars.

 

About Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S is a world-leading manufacturer of handmade and machine-rolled cigars with an annual production of more than four billion cigars. The Group holds market-leading positions in several categories and its products are sold in more than 100 markets. Scandinavian Tobacco Group is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark and employs approximately 10,000 people globally. The Group is also the largest internet and catalog retailer of cigars and related accessories in the US. For more information visit www.st-group.com.

 

 

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