by | April 18, 2018 · 5:24 pm

News: Joya de Nicaragua Introduces: Antaño Gran Reserva Presidente A TAA Exclusive Vitola

Here’s some news from my friends at Joya de Nicaragua: 

 

Wednesday, April 18, 2018 — Estelí, Nicaragua– Joya de Nicaragua and Drew Estate ar

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e celebrating the 50th Anniversary of TAA, and 10 years of distribution partnership by introducing the Antaño Gran Reserva Presidente, exclusively for TAA.

Five decades ago, two great institutions in the cigar world began operations. The Tobacconist Association o

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f America (TAA), and also, Fábrica de Tabacos Joya de Nicaragua. TAA is a group of selected tobacco retailers and specialists in the US and JDN is Nicaragua’s first cigar factory in operation, and the referent of what it means to be the most Nicaraguan cigar.

The Antaño Gran Reserva Presidente is Dr. Alejandro Martínez Cuenca’s favorite vitola. The Presidente, is an elegant 6 3/4 x 50 box pressed cigar, an extension of the Antaño Gran Reserva.

It uses 100% Nicaraguan tobacco matured to perfection for 5 years.  It’s a full body and complex cigar similar to the Antano line, but due to the age of the proprietary filler leaves it’s a much smoother smoke. It showcases the unique character of Nicaraguan tobacco with refined notes of spice, leather, and wood. The brand was originally launched in 2005 as a limited edition. It was reintroduced to the market in 2017.

“When I requested the Gran Reserva blend in the Presidente size, it imm

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ediately became my private smoke. This is by far my personal vitola and the one that I request the factory for my daily smokes,” stated Dr. Martínez Cuenca, Joya de Nicaragua’s Chairman and CEO.

He continues: “I decided to share it only for special occasions. I can’t think of a better opportunity than

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this shared celebration of five decades of perseverance and companionship between TAA, its members, and Joya de Nicaragua.”

The New Antaño Gran Reserva Presidente will be presented at the 50th TAA Convention. The event will be in Casa de Campo, La Romana in the Dominican Republic from April 29th to May 3rd.

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om the Joya de Nicaragua team, Dr. Alejandro Martínez Cuenca, Chairman and CEO, and Daniel Barrios, JDN’s US Brand Manager, will present. From the Drew Estate team, Glenn Wolfson, CEO; David Lazarus, SVP of Sales; Ike Karipides, Sales Director; Sam Morales, Director of Marketing, and Chris Stone, Business Unit Manager.

The Antaño Gran Reserva Presidente will be available exclusively for TAA Members and it will retail at US$12.50 per stick. It will also be available in three sizes Robusto Grande Box-Pressed (5 1/2 x 52), Belicoso (6 x 54), and Gran Consul (4 3/4 x60). The 20 count box will begin shipping in May 2018.

This special edition stick is part of Joya de Nicaragua’s 50th-anniversary celebration. Joya’s consumers all over the world are encouraged to join the celebration online by tagging their smoking experience with #KeepDaring #JOYA50 on social media and the Drew Diplomat App.

About Joya de Nicaragua

JOYA DE NICARAGUA S.A. is a family owned, Nicaragua-based cigar factory that handcrafts traditional cigars for the premium luxury cigar market. Founded in 1968, it is Nicaragua’s oldest cigar factory in operation and home to the legendary JOYA DE NICARAGUA® brand of cigars. JDN is regarded by many as the patriarch creator of robust, unique puro blends of locally grown black tobaccos, and its cigars are sold in over 50 countr

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ies around the world. For more information, please visit www.joyacigars.com.

ABOUT DREW ESTATE

Founded in 1996, Drew Estate is one of the largest and fastest growing cigar companies in the world. Under their mantra “The Rebirth of Cigars” Drew Estate has disrupted the premium cigar industry by creating a raw authenticity that has engaged cigar enthusiasts with iconic brands, unique tobaccos, and distinctive blending styles that attract new and old seasoned cigar enthusiasts. Their Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua produces more premium cigars than any other single factory in the world, producing a variety of brands including ACID, Liga Privada, Herrera Estelí, Herrera Estelí Norteño, Isla del Sol, Kentucky Fired Cured, MUWAT, Larutan by Drew Estate, Nica Rustica, Pappy Van Winkle Barrel Fermented Cigars, Tabak Especial, Undercrown, and Java by Drew Estate.

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by | · 2:26 pm

News: Emilio Cigars announces the long anticipated return of Grimalkin

I’ve seen this reported elsewhere, but since I had some history with the brand, I figure there’s no harm in passing this on. I might have an original Grimalkin made at the My Father factory (can I say that now?) around someplace.

I’ll be interested to see what the BLTC folks interpretation of this marque will be. – CC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—Emilio Cigars announces the long anticipated return of Grimalkin.

Originally released in 2011

, Grimalkin was widely acclaimed and became a breakout cigar for Emilio Cigars.

“Grimalkin was always a cigar that stood out in the Emilio portfolio.  It was intriguing, so when Scott Zucca, owner of Emilio cigars, asked me to recreate a 2018 version, I

was excited to do so.  I like the theme and the style of cigar, it just needed an upd

ate and so we put our Oveja Negra spin on it.  Since the cigar is a Nicaraguan Puro, my goal was to highlight the qualities I love about Nicaraguan tobacco.  The blend is very spice forward with a lot of complexity and depth, balanced by a rich creamy finish,” said James Brown, owner of Fabrica Oveja Negra.

Grimalkin is available in 25 count boxes of Toro (6×50) and Robusto (5×50) vitolas with an MSRP of $10.00 and $9.80 respectively. The cigars will begin shipping in May 2018.

Emilio Cigars are distributed by Boutique Unified.  For more information please contact Szucca@ljzucca.com

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by | April 17, 2018 · 3:56 pm

News: Michael Giannini Promoted to New Position As General Manager at VCC.

Ventura Cigar Company Builds for Success

Industry veteran Michael Giannini Promoted to New Position As General Manager at VCC.

April 2018 – Just months since becoming Creative Director, the Ventura Cigar Company (VCC) is pleased to announce Michael Giannini’s promotion to General Manager. A charismatic innovator, Giannini has been leading the brand vision and development for VCC and its proprietary products. He will retain his role as Creative Director, continuing to drive the direction and evolution of Ventura Cigar Company and its exemplary products.

“I am so proud and honored to accept my new responsibilities as Ventura Cigar Company’s General Manager,” says Giannini. “As we continue to receive top ratings for our Archetype, PSyKO, and Case Study brands, we’re also forging bold, straight paths toward new products and steady growth. This move is really a natural progression of my career and will be a seamless transition as the brands evolve.”

As General Manager, Michael Giannini will draw upon his extensive background in the premium cigar industry to establish and pursue business strategies and goals for the Ventura Cigar Company. He will determine objectives, visions, and product development, while maintaining operational missions and overall growth.

“Elevating Michael Giannini to the role of General Manager was a no-brainer,” says Jason Carignan, CMO of Kretek, parent company of VCC. “I’ve been very impressed with his detailed knowledge of the industry, products, channels, and customers. And his passion for pushing boundaries, creating excitement, and guiding the Ventura Cigar Company brand in new directions is limitless. I am confident that Michael will do a remarkable job in his new position and know that the Ventura Cigar Company will benefit greatly from his leadership and ability to successfully drive and champion our sales teams and their continuing success.”

Sales, Marketing, and Operations at Ventura Cigar Company will all report to Michael Giannini as General Manager, effective immediately.

“VCC has assembled a passionate team of talented professionals with skills and capabilities that are second-to-none,” says Giannini. “I am proud to lead this extraordinary group of people and believe that together we’ll truly go far in bringing VCC and its products to new heights.”

For more information about VCC and its offerings, please visit venturacigar.com.

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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.

Congrats to my old buddy Michael!

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News: Black Label Trading Co. Bishops Blend Press Release

Black Label Trading Co. is making a lot of waves in the cigar world. I’ve been lagging behind in sampling their cigars, but the ones I have smokes I really liked, especially the PA Broadleaf wrapped Boondock Saint.

PRESS RELEASE
April 17, 2018 — Black Label Trading Company is pleased to announce they are shipping Bishops Blend vintage 2018 to select retailers later this month. Bishops Blend is hand crafted in Esteli, Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra.

“I’m very excited about the third release of Bishops Blend. This is one of our most anticipated releases of the year and the 2018 vintage will not disappoint. The 2018 boasts big bold flavors of anise, pepper, raisins and a sweet earthiness on the finish. It is very complex and extremely refined. As with the past vintages the broadleaf fillers shine at the forefront and are perfectly balanced by the Nicaraguan filler tobaccos,” said James Brown, creator of Black Label Trading Co. and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra.

BISHOPS BLEND will be available in limited quantities at select retailers.  Country of Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Ecuador Habano Maduro Binder: Ecuador Habano Filler: Nicaragua, Connecticut & PA Broadleaf
Corona Larga – 6.25 x 46 (20 count) MSRP $11.50
Robusto – 5 x 48 (20 count) MSRP $11.00

Black Label Trading Compa

ny is redefining the standards for cigar making. With a “less is more” philosophy, Black Label Trading Co. creates hand crafted premium cigars of the utmost quality in small batch, limited quantities.

BLTC cigars are available for purcha

se through Boutiques Unified. More information can be found at www.BlackLabelTrading.com.

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News: GURKHA WINS IN BLIND TASTE TEST OF ONE OF CUBA’S MOST RENOWNED MASTER ROLLERS

Since I have some time on my hands I’m going to post a few press releases as they arrive. I’ll commit the cardinal journalistic sin and post the press releases verbatim, as my current attentions are directed at finding employment! Let me know if you want me to knock it off!

 

 

GURKHA WINS IN BLIND TASTE TEST OF ONE OF CUBA’S MOST RENOWNED MASTER ROLLERS

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Milagros Morales, the Master Roller at the Hotel Nacional in Havana, Cuba. The Hotel Nacional is arguably the most important hotel on the island and Morales has one of the most respected cigar palettes in the world.

When presented with such classics as Partagas D4, Hoyo de Monte Rey Epicure #2 and Monte Cristo #2 Morale’s clear favorite was Gurkha’s Cellar Reserve.  The vintage Cellar Reserve uses the finest quality 15-year-old aged tobacco, comprised of an oily Criollo 1998 wrapper that combines an aged Dominican, olor binder with a 15-year old Dominican Filler. Housed in unique wooden boxes that aesthetically evoke a maturing wine barrel, the Cellar Reserve is a delicious medium to full-bodied cigar that is full of flavor and complexity.

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kha’s Cellar Reserve was selected but not surprised,” said Kaizad Hansotia, CEO of Gurkha Cigars. “The entire Cellar Reserve line consistently is rated high and we struggle to keep up with demand.  It is a wonderful example of how tobacco from around the world has improved to surpass that of Cuba.”

Gurkha Cigars are known throughout

the world for their premium and luxurious cigars, so it’s no surprise that they are the most sought-after cigars around the globe. Gurkha produces millions of cigars per year that are sold in more than 70 countries worldwide. And while Gurkha is known for its exclusivity, it has an impressive array of 250 brands of flawlessly handcrafted, premium cigars created in a variety of strengths, tasting profiles and price-points. No matter what your taste, there’s a Gurkha cigar that’s perf

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