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by CigarCraig | July 5, 2018 · 9:32 am

News: Cornelius & Anthony to Release The Gent & Mistress

From the “better late than never” file, here’s the details on Cornelius & Anthony’s two new releases. I these mentioned in a trade publication some time ago, and was waiting for the press release, then kinda felt left out when I started seeing it come out around the blogosphere. This morning I was scouring Gmail for another unrelated email and came across this one in the “spam” folder! Thanks Google! So, it’s not particularly breaking news, but, as a fan of the brand, I would be remiss if I didn’t pass on the details.

Cornelius & Anthony Premium Cigars is proud to release The Gent and Mistress lines at this summer’s 2018 IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas. Both The Gent and Mistress are produced at the La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua.

Both lines will be released in 4 sizes and presented in boxes of 20. The Gent and Mistress are limited production releases only available to retailers attending the 2018 IPCPR. They will be available again next summer, 2019.

THE GENT

The Gent is a cigar that takes sophistication to the next level. From the feel of its velvety Ecuadorian Rosado wrapper in your hand, to a finish that is silky smooth; The Gent exudes an elegance of flavor that is unforgettable.

Gentle spice from richly aged Nicaraguan and Honduran filler tobaccos warm the senses. Together with a perfect hint of sweetness from our US grown binder, The Gent has a beautiful depth of flavor. This box-pressed cigar has a legendary refinement that draws you in from the first puff to the very last. This luxurious blend is one you

MISTRESS

The Mistress is an intoxicating blend intended to ignite your senses.

This multi-faceted cigar is dense with bold flavor. Robust filler tobaccos from Pennsylvania provide a hearty spice that will arouse your palate. Wanton sweetness from our US grown binder along with an alluring Ecuadorian Habano wrapper unify this spice; creating a cigar with unmatched depth and character.

Made with passion, the Mistress is incomparably balanced and delivers vivid flavor from start to finish.

Variety is the spice of [cigar] life!

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by CigarCraig | July 4, 2018 · 7:00 am

News: Island Lifestyle Importers Releasing Island Club Cigars

Happy Independence Day! Here’s another news item from Island Lifestyle Importers! I smoked a sample of this last week and wrote about it in last Sunday’s post. I really enjoyed it and the price is incredible, a premium cigar at a budget price. Read on:

Island Lifestyle Importers is releasing for national distribution the “Island Club” line of cigars at this year’s International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers (IPCPR) Convention in Las Vegas. The Island Club cigar is comprised of all aged Nicaraguan filler and binder tobacco and wrapped in a beautiful Ecuadorian Connecticut leaf with a covered foot. These cigars are manufactured in a boutique factory in Esteli, Nicaragua by 9 pairs of dedicated rollers.

The line consists of five sizes: Robusto 5×52, Corona Gorda 5⅝x46, Toro 6×52, Torpedo 6⅛x52, Churchill 7×52 and packaged in bundles of 20 cigars. The cigars carry a notably low suggested retail price of $3.95 – $4.75.

· Corona Gorda $3.95

· Robusto $4.25

· Toro $4.50

· Torpedo $4.50

· Churchill $4.75

The Island Club Connecticut is a mild to medium cigar in strength but has multiple layers of complex flavors. “While many Connecticut cigars have a grassy or bitter taste, these Island Club cigars have notable flavors of light spice, leather and tea. This is an impressive cigar for any celebration or special occasion but the price point makes them perfect to enjoy while golfing, fishing, hunting or just relaxing with friends.” said Ryan Frailing, Vice President of Island Lifestyle. “From a value proposition they are competing with cigars that are more than twice the price. We believe they are the perfect addition to our lineup of cigars.”

The Island Club cigars will be available along with Island Lifestyle Cigars and Tommy Bahama Luxury Cigar Accessories in the Tommy Bahama/Island Lifestyle Cigars booth (1631) at this year’s show.

Island Lifestyle Importers is the exclusive manufacturer of Island Lifestyle Cigars and Tommy Bahama Luxury Cigar Accessories since 2010. They are also the exclusive world-wide licensee of Tommy Bahama branded accessories since 2015. These accessories are known for their innovative designs, cutting edge technology and island theme inspired art.

www.IslandLifestyleImporters.com

Exclusive Manufacturer of

Tommy Bahama Luxury Cigar Accessories

& Island Lifestyle Cigars

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by CigarCraig | July 3, 2018 · 10:00 am

News: Screwpop® Tool to Offer Revolutionary Magpulse™ Cigar Cutter

Screwpop© is at it again with another cigar accessory. This one looks neat, and I was impressed with the Chopo™ and their punches have held up very well over time. I see two areas where they seem to have strayed from their usual schtick, no key ring,and you can’t open a bo

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ttle with it, but I suppose they made the same leap with their cigar ashtray too. Looks like a neat cutter!

The latest in compact and highly functional tools, Screwpop® introduces – Magpulse™ cigar cutter, a revolutionary force in cutting technology.

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Magpulse™ capitalizes on the dual properties of ultra-strong neodymium rare earth magnets. Simply press (and hold) the centralized trigger to experience Magpulse™ thrust open using “repulse” magnetic force phenomena.

When deployed, the Magpulse™ slider blade is held open by magnetic attraction to a few small metal tabs embedded within the main body assembly (trigger side). These small metal tabs serve to provide a temporary anchor (that keep the assembly open) until the trigger is completely released.

Once reoriented in the hand, the Magpulse™ trigger then works as a “semi-friction break”. It applies a small linear force to the face of the slider blade. In concert, the trigger friction-break and attraction force harmonize for a smooth closure of the Magpulse™ – resulting in a premium tip cut.

The stylish Magpulse™ is brought to life using the latest and best in CNC milling technology. Each cutter has ultra-sharp blades and the main body is milled entirely from 6061T6 aerospace grade solid aluminum billet (with a durable anodized finish for years of use).

Manufacturing — CNC Machined

Main Body — 6061T6 Aerospace Grade Aluminum Bill

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et (anodized)

Cutting Blades and Trigger Parts — 440c Stainless Steel (hardened)

Packaging — Decorative Gift Box

Retail Price — $99.95

Release Date — September, 2018

Intellectual Property Status — Patent Pending USPTO (utility patent)

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by CigarCraig | · 9:00 am

News: Island Lifestyle Importers Introduces Two New Tommy Bahama Lighters

Speaking of Island Lifestyle Importers…I like these guys too, and I’ll miss not hanging out with them at this year’s IPCPR. These guys are as cool as the other side of the pillow and the accessories they produce are solid too. Check out their two new lighters:

Island Lifestyle Importers is introducing two new Tommy Bahama lighters at this year’s International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers (IPCPR) Convention in Las Vegas.

The “Longboard” is a sleek triple-flame pinpoint torch pocket lighter available in two color combinations: white or blue body on a gunmetal frame. It has an oversized c

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apacity fuel tank with a large fuel window. An easy-adjust fuel wheel and pull-down trigger mechanism round out the ergonomic feel and function. The suggested retail is $59.99.

The “Rocker” is a dual torch flip-top pocket lighter with a fold out cigar punch on the bottom. It includes a large capacity fuel tank with easy-adjust fuel wheel. The side squeeze trigger mechanism makes for easy function. It is being released with a black body on gunmetal frame and a blue body on a gunmetal frame. The suggested retail is $49.99.

“These are great lighters that offer high value features at a fantastic price-point. The feel and look are all about the Tommy Bahama lifestyle. We are really excited about these new additions.” said Ryan Frailing, Vice President of Is

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land Lifestyle Importers.

Island Lifestyle Importers is the exclusive designer and manufacturer of Tommy Bahama luxury cigar accessories since 2010 and the exclusive world-wide licensee of Tommy Bahama branded accessories since 2015. These accessories are known for their innovative designs, cutting edge technology and island theme inspired art.

The Ventura Cigar Company and parent company Phillips & King International will be responsible for the wholesale marketing and distribution of these new lighters, as well as the entire Tommy Bahama brand of cigar accessories. Ventura Cigar Company and Phillips & King are wholly owned subsidiaries of Kretek International.

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by CigarCraig | · 8:00 am

News: Ventura Cigar Company Announces Upcoming Release of Archetype Fantasy Mini-Series

This one came in late yesterday, but I had already posted enough for one day! I like these guys, I’m a big fan of the PSyKo Seven line and have enjoyed several other offerings. Of course, I’ve been following Michael Giannini for quite a while too and consider him a friend, and there’s the whole recent Island Lifestyle distribution news item too. So I hope to try the new Archetype offerings soon.

The Journey Continues.

The next chapter of the popular Archetype saga is set to be revealed this July, at the 2018 IPCPR show. Co

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ntinuing the narrative of the hero’s journey, this three-cigar series unveils new details of the overarching story, a flavorful new tangent to be smoked and savored.

Crystals, Curses, and Cloaks, the cigars of the Archetype Fantasy Miniseries, have been custom-crafted and blended with rich, premium tobaccos at the acclaimed Oliva factory. Specifics of these soon-to-be legendary cigars include:

Crystals

20-count box

Size: 5×50

Format: Robusto with closed foot and pigtail cap

Wrapper: Sun-grown Habano

Binder: Nicaragua Habano

Filler: Nicaragua Habano

MSRP: $180/box, $9/Cigar

Curses

20-count box

Size: 5×50

Format: Robusto with closed foot and pigtail cap

Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf

Binder: Nicaragua Habano

Filler: Nicaragua Habano

MSRP: $180/box, $9/Cigar

Cloaks

20-count box

Size: 5×50

Format: Robusto Square Press

Wrapper: Broadleaf

Binder: Nicaragua Habano

Filler: Nicaragua

MSRP: $180/box, $9/Cigar

“We’re telling a story at Ventura Cigars,” says Michael Giannini, General Manager at Ventura Cigar Company, and visionary behind the Archetype miniseries. “And although Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell would agre

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e that there are similarities within any tale, it’s the particulars that set every story apart. The Archetype miniseries reveals more details of the hero’s journey. Really of every smoker’s journey. We’re all heroes on our adventure through life, and we’ll all uncover different nuances, flavors, and essences from these cigars. And that uniqueness is the beauty of this release.”

About Ventura Cigar Company

Ventura Cigar Company (VCC) is a unique cigar brand born in sunny Southern California that is on a mission to create memorable, complex cigar blends that excite the senses and reward discriminating palates. Their flagship Archetype, Case Study, Project805, and PSyKo SEVEN brands offer multiple award-winning blends that earned 90+ ratings in Cigar Aficionado, Cigar & Spirits, and Cigar Snob. And Archetype’s Axis Mundi won #13 Cigar of the Year for 2017 from Cigar Aficionado. Ventura Cigar Company also distributes the 4th Generation and Comoy’s of London line of pipe tobacco products, extending its reach and tradition of offering top-quality tobacconist products. Pipes and blends under these brands are cultivated through generations of craftsmanship, making them longtime favorites of pipe tobacco enthusiasts.