News: STG Announces Marketing Team Roles for Alec Bradley Brands

I don’t know the Bradley boys, but I’ve known Jon Lipson since he was our local LFD rep, which was quite a while ago.  Congratulations to all!  I hope they don’t have to move to Richmond!

Scandinavian Tobacco Group(STG) announces today that the company has appointed the former Alec Bradley marketing team with new positions in the STG North American Branded marketing organization.

 

Alec Rubin, Bradley Rubin and Jonathan Lipson will report to Christopher Tarr, vice president of marketing of STG’s Branded and Rest of World division.

 

 

Christopher Tarr said,I am excited to welcome Alec Rubin, Bradley Rubin and Jonathan Lipson to our marketing organization. With their individual talents and combined experience in the handmade cigar category, I am confident that we will bring the Alec Bradley brands to their full potential, both in the US and globally.”

 

Alan Rubin, consultant to STG noted, I’m extremely proud that Alec, Bradley and Jonathan have the opportunity to work alongside the talented team at STG and that they will continue to play important roles in growing the Alec Bradley brand.”

 

Alec Rubin has joined the STG marketing team as brand manager, strategic partnerships and will focus on developing relationships for Alec Bradley brands among influential, lifestyle brandsoutside the premium cigar cate

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gory. Prior to joining STG, Alecbegan working for the Alec Bradley cigar business in 2014 as a brand strategist, and in July 2020 was promoted to director of business development. During his tenure at Alec Bradley, he played pivotal roles in building the brand’s blend book and deepening the connection between the Alec Bradley brands and the American whiskey space.

 

In his new position as Brand Ambassador at STG, Bradley Rubin will continue to guide the creative direction, branding and social media initiatives of the Alec Bradley cigar brands and will serve as the face of the brand at top tier events in and outsi

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de of the handmade cigar category. Bradley joined the Alec Bradley cigar business in 2017 and was responsible for developing the brand’s social media presence while contributing to the branding and packaging of leading releases from the company.

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Jonathan Lipson has been appointed to the role of senior brand manager at STG. In his new position, he will continue to steer marketing, product development and consumer engagement for the Alec Bradley cigar brands. Jonathan joined Alec Bradley in 2012 as tri-state regional territory manager and in 2016 was appointed director of sales and marketing, the role he held when the company was acquired by STG in March, 2023.

 

Alec Rubin, Bradley Rubin and Jonathan Lipson will continue to reside in Florida, working remotely for STG.

 

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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Some Illusione Cigars: M12, Fume D’Amore and CG-4

Last week I mentioned buying some cigars from Discount Cigar Warehouse, and I dug into the second sampler this week.  This was a selection of 6″ x 56 cigars from Illusione.  I actually went into this sampler blind, as there is no information on the website. It seems to be an exclusive to DCW.  I smoked two of the four this week, starting with the Illusione Maduro M12 Plan MJ-1949. This cigar has a medium dark San Andrés wrapper over Nicaraguan Criollo and Corojo fillers.  The name of the cigar refers to the Majestic 12, and the contingency plan that they put in place should a public announcement be made regarding UFOs. OF course, this all happened before Ancient Aliens was on TV, aliens are no secret now.  As is the case with many of the cigars in the maduro line, I really liked this cigar.  It was rich and dark, with some cocoa sweetness.  The burn was perfect. 

 

Next up was the Fume D’Amore Capistranos. This is a much lighter cigar than the Maduro. The fillers seem to be the same varietals, perhaps lower primings, with a café Corojo wrapper. I struggle to remember if I’ve smoked this blend before, I don’t think I have.  To be honest, there are a lot of the Illusione Line I haven’t smoked. I’m not sure why that is, I’m acquainted with Dion Giolito, we’ve spoken on numerous occasions, but except for the Rothchild, and the occasional lancero, I’ve been negligent.  This Fume D’Amore started out with a tighter draw than I would have liked, which opened up after a while.  This isn’t a good cigar to take for a walk, it’s far too delicate and complex, it’s better sitting quietly. I found this out the hard way.  It’s possible another one of these samplers might be in my next DCW order, it’s a great value.  Next week I’ll get to the other two cigars in the sampler. 

 

Last night I smoked something from the Original Documents line, the CG-4 White Horse.  I bought a bunch of these several years ago, for a specific purpose.  We had a stretch of a few years of going to the Diner En Blanc in Philadelphia, and I always tried to take “white” themed cigars. Macanudo Inspirado White, Montecristo White, my wife smoked a Leccia White one year. You get the jist. The last time we went I somehow forgot my cigars and ran to Holts (the diner was a few blocks away in Rittenhouse Square), and the best I could come up with was some Padron Damaso, which had a white band.  Good cigar.  Anyway, I had gotten the White Horse for the next year and, between the pandemic and losing interest, we stopped going.  This cigar is a classic Corona Gorda, perhaps where the CG in the name comes from?  It’s 5 5/8″ x 46, which, next to the various toro iterations, is probably my favorite size. This also has the Criollo and Corojo fillers, with a Rosado Corojo wrapper.  I’ve smoked a bunch of these, and I really like them. It’s got the dark, rich flavors I like with some subtle spices.  I may need to get my hands on more, or, better yet, smoke some other cigars in this line.  I know I must have smoked a 88 or 888 at some point.  

 

That’s all I have for today. I had planned on getting to one of the Black Label Trading Co. events with James Brown Thursday or Friday, but lacked the energy to get out after work. It’s not so much the drive to these things that dissuades me, it’s the thought of the drive home after.  I’m getting old, smoking on my porch after a long day at work is much more appealing than going out, I’m afraid.  One more thing: I am a customer of Discount Cigar Warehouse, these posts aren’t sponsored in any way. It’s just a place I picked up some good deals on stuff I hadn’t tried before. Anyway, until the next time, 

 

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A Video Interview with Ricky Rodriguez of West Tampa Tobacco Co.

I’m trying something a little new here. Ricky kind of encouraged this, I’ve been thinking about it for some time.  When I talked to him a few weeks ago he asked to do it, and I had to figure out how.  I did, and I think it worked out very well.  Rick and I talked for 50 minutes about the company, the cigars, the factory and several other topics.  Please give it a watch and let me know what you think. I hope to present some more interviews in this format.  Many thanks to Ricky of West Tampa Tobacco Co. for his time and his encouragement.  I smoked the Attic Series Attic along with Rick and it was as excellent as ever.  I’m looking forward to getting the West Tampa Red when it comes out next month, it’s really good too. 

 

 

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Sampling the Casa Cuevas Core Line Cigars

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re line, and a La Mandarria in toro size.  I, sadly, don’t find the Casa Cuevas line locally, so I have limited experience, although I have smoked many cigars made by them over the years. As per my preference, I started with the Casa Cuevas Maduro.  This 6″ x 50 toro has a San Andrés wrapper, with a Nicaraguan Binder and Colombian, Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers.  Should hit me just right, right?  It started with some sharp, acidic flavors, and had a drying effect on my mouth.  This is a woody, leathery maduro, not a sweet one.  Odd that the Maduro would be my least favorite of the three, but it was. I have a Reserva Maduro in the humidor that I may smoke in the near future to see how they compare. 

 

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ave been discouraged, but I know Luis and Alex Cuevas, and the are probably the nicest people in the cigar industry. Whenever I see them they treat me like a long lost friend, even the first time I met them. So I was certain that these nice people wouldn’t let me down.  I really liked the Habano. This toro has an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Nicaraguan Binder, and Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. This was very well balanced and tasty. Still on the leathery side, but with some nice, subtle spices.  This is a cigar that

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I could see having a box of in the humidor.  Very nice. 

 

Finally, the Connecticut. I’d wager this is their most popular, but Connecticuts are always my last choice, with a few exceptions. Oddly, Dominican cigars are not at the top of my list either, so there are only a few Dominican shade wrapped cigars that I like.  This is now one of them. It’s not a mild cigar, it has plenty of flavor.  I suspect it

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‘s very close to the same blend as the Habano, with the wrappers being the difference, it’s an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, Nicaraguan binder and Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. It tasted a little “softer” than the Habano, but still has some spice and that leather

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y note, but a little sweetness and nutiness from the wrapper.  It was fun smoking the three cigar in the Cuevas core line in rapid succession (over three days), It’s very interesting to compare.  I’ll save the La Manderria for another time, I’ve enjoyed that cigar before.  I wish someone nearby had these in stock. If you haven’t smoked Cuavas cigars (and you may have and don’t realize it), give them a show, especially the Sangre Nueva, that’s an amazing cigar. 

 

That’s all for today. It’s Easter Sunday, so enjoy the day for those who celebrate, and happy Passover as well.  I’ve got a busy day planned, it may be the evening before I get a cigar in.  Until the next time, 

 

CigarCraig 

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News: New Sizes for the Diesel Disciple

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ve smoked the Disciple.  The Atonement was really good, and the Esteli Puro is really quite good too.  I lied the Crucible quite a bit too.  I’m going to go pick out a Diesel to smoke tonight. I’ll be keeping an eye out for this Disciple.

DIESEL DISCIPLE ADDS NEW SIZES

 

Diesel Disciple will welcome two new sizes as permanent additions to the brand’s growing lineup.

 

The soon-to-be-released Toro and Torpedo vitolas will mark the second and third sizes in the line and will begin shipping this week.

 

Justin Andrews said, “We decided to launch two new sizes of Diesel Disciple this year because the blend has gotten such a strong endorsement from the retail community. They love the blend and the packaging and often tell us that Disciple smokes like a $20 cigar for half the price. We’re look

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Handcrafted at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua and developed in collaboration between AJ and STG’s Justin Andrews, Diesel Disciple is a robust and balanced cigar blended to stand out in the medium-full spectrum.

 

Made with a Mexican San Andreas wrapper, an Ecuadoran Sumatra binder and a filler exclusively comprised of Nicaraguan Habano from Esteli, the cigar exemplifies blending expertise with an unexpected layer of sweetness that creates intrigue against Disciple’s bold and peppery notes.

 

Diesel Disciple Toro (6.25” x 52); SRP per cigar $9.99

 

 

 

 

Diesel Disciple Torpedo (6.5” x 54); SRP per cigar $10.49

 

 

Both new Diesel Disciple sizes come in 10-count boxes. The line is distributed by Forged Cigar Company.

 

Originally released to the top US brick and mortar retailers as a TAA exclusive in 2021, Diesel Disciple became a full-time line in 2022 when the brand’s sole frontmark a La

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ncero (7” x 38) became available in all channels.

 

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