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A Celebration of Craftsmanship and Collaboration: Alec Bradley’s Annual Releases and the Leap Year Special Uru Doshi

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Alec Bradley announces the release of Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock, marking their 12th and 6th annual releases, with 5,000 boxes of each blend.

Additionally, the Uru Doshi, a collaboration with Cigar Dojo for Leap Year, features unique Honduran and Nicaraguan leaves, with 3,000 cigars available exclusively through Smoke Inn Cigars.

Crafted at Raíces Cubanas, Uru Doshi employs Honduran Criollo ’98 from the Trojes region. Both Filthy Hooligan variants, known for their candela wrappers, are based on the Black Market blend, offering distinct smoking experiences.

3 Leaf Cigars: A New Venture in the Premium Cigar Industry

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3 Leaf Cigars: A New Venture in the Premium Cigar Industry

Erik Wentworth, former Executive Vice President of Hammer & Sickle, and Jim Ferreira have launched a new cigar brand, 3 Leaf Cigars. Drawing from 15 years of experience in the industry and inspired by relationships and a deep passion for cigars, the brand introduces two initial blends wrapped in Ecuadorian Connecticut and Ecuadorian Habano.

Available in three sizes, these cigars embody the founders’ journey and dedication. Rooted in personal history and a tribute to legacy and friendship, 3 Leaf Cigars marks a new chapter for Wentworth and Ferreira, offering blends crafted for every enthusiast.

Lure Cigars Expands Portfolio with New Habano Line

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Lure Cigars announces the introduction of the Habano line, adding to its selection alongside the Corojo Oscuro. The Habano line, consisting of two vitolas with distinct blends, is crafted from Nicaraguan puros featuring Habano wrapper and binder tobaccos from Esteli, with fillers from Esteli and Jalapa.

The robusto variation includes Ometepe filler, while the toro opts for Condega. These cigars maintain the brand’s signature presentation in 10-count wax packs and are initially available online, with broader distribution expected by end of March 2024.

Miami Cigar & Co. Launches NM80 with Celebratory Dinner

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Miami Cigar & Co.

Miami Cigar & Co. is now shipping the NM80, a cigar line celebrating Nestor Miranda’s 80th birthday, with an official launch dinner at City Cigar Lounge on February 8, 2024.

The event features a 5-course dinner by “Certified Angus Beef Chef of the Year” Carla DiLorenzo, showcasing Argentine-style open fire grilling.

Guests will enjoy a tasting of The Balvenie 14, and each $250 ticket includes a box of NM80 cigars and a bottle of The Balvenie 14. The NM80, a Nicaraguan puro crafted in collaboration with My Father Cigar, is limited to 500 boxes across three unique sizes, designed with Nestor’s palate in mind for a medium-bodied, refined smoking experience.

Ferio Tego Introduces Petit Corona to Timeless Panamericana Line

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Ferio Tego, known for its Timeless Panamericana line, has introduced a new addition to its collection: the Timeless Panamericana Secreto petit corona. Rolled in Nicaragua under the skilled hands of the Plasencia family, this small-sized smoke measures 4 1/2 inches long by 40 ring gauge and is now available in cigar shops.

Crafted with a blend of Nicaraguan and Costa Rican filler tobaccos, the Secreto boasts a Nicaraguan binder and an Ecuador Sumatra wrapper, delivering a unique smoking experience. Each box contains 10 cigars, with a suggested retail price of $10 per stick.

Michael Herklots, co-owner of Ferio Tego, highlighted the enduring popularity of petit coronas among discerning cigar enthusiasts. The addition of the Secreto expands the Panamericana line to five sizes, including the Julieta (7 by 48), Gordo (6 by 60), Belicoso Fino (5 1/2 by 52), and Epicure (5 by 50).

Notably, several sizes of the Timeless Panamericana line have received high ratings in blind tastings conducted by Cigar Aficionado and Cigar Insider, underscoring the brand’s commitment to quality and consistency in every smoke.

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