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A credited roundup of cigar-trade news: new releases, personnel moves, and company announcements. Each card is a short excerpt from the publication’s feed. The full story lives at the source.

Marvin Shanken, Cigar Aficionado Founder, 1943-2026

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

RIP Marvin.

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Davidoff Year of the Sheep Limited Edition 2027 Announced | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 29, 2026

Davidoff has announced the latest installment of its Chinese Zodiac Series, the Davidoff Year of the Sheep Limited Edition 2027.

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Vector Adds Two New Colors for Arsenal Lighter

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

A pair of two-tone options join the lineup: one mahogany and black, the other black and gunmetal. That brings the number of color options for the Arsenal up to seven.

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MBombay Kesara Pyramid 2020 & MQBA Mayura Pyramid 2019 Showing Up on Shelves

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

While MBombay debuted in 2014, the brand had been relatively dormant until last year. As the names suggest, these two new cigars were originally rolled in 2019 and 2020.

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My Father Releasing Limited Edition Le Bijou 1922 Connecticut in November

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

The new project was shown off at the Tobacconists' Association of America meeting this week, but it isn't an exclusive to its retail members. It also isn't the first time that My Father has produced a Le Bijou with a Connecticut wrapper.

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Perdomo to Release Legacy Gran Collection | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 29, 2026

Perdomo Cigars will introduce the Legacy Gran Collection. This will feature an assortment of eleven Perdomo Legacy cigars across six formats

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Aladino 85 Aniversario Reserva Elegante Shipping in November

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

JRE Tobacco Co. showed off the lancero earlier this year, it will head to stores in mid-November. While it's a regular production cigar, monthly shipments will be quite limited.

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Davidoff Limited Edition 2027 Year of the Sheep Scheduled for Nov. 19

Halfwheel · Oct 29, 2026

Davidoff says this is the first time that all three of its Zodiac Series releases have been figurado shapes. For the Year of the Sheep, there are two belicosos and one perfecto.

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JRE Tobacco Co Adding Aladino 85th Aniversario Reserva Elegante | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 29, 2026

JRE Tobacco Company has announced a third size to its Aladino 85th Aniversario line with the addition of the Elegante size. The Elegante is a 38 x 7 lancero offering. It is cigar celebrates the 85th birthday of company patriarch Julio R…

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Quai D’Orsay Concordia Edición Limitada 2026 | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 29, 2026

Habanos S.A. has unveiled the Quai D’Orsay Concordia Edición Limitada 2026. It's only the second Edición Limitada for Quai D'Orsay.

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Colibri’s New Mosaic Flat Flame Lighter Now Available

Halfwheel · Oct 28, 2026

At just 0.39 inches thick, the Mosaic is one of the thinnest lighters that Colibri has ever released. For contrast, its flat flame measures 0.4 inches wide.

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Plasencia El Año de la Cabra (Year of the Goat ) 2026 Set to Debut | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 28, 2026

Plasencia Cigars is preparing to release the seventh annual installment of its annual Chinese New Year cigar, titled El Año del la Cabra

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Saint Luis Rey Eiroa 30th Anniversary Maduro Slated for 2027 | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 28, 2026

Altadis U.S.A. and Christian Eiroa are teaming up for another Saint Luis Rey with the Saint Luis Rey Eiroa 30th Anniversary Maduro.

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Plasencia El Año de la Cabra Slated for December

Halfwheel · Oct 28, 2026

The previous six Plasencia Lunar New Year Series cigars were made in Nicaragua. The Goat comes from Honduras.

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Saint Luis Rey Eiroa 30th Anniversary Maduro Announced

Halfwheel · Oct 28, 2026

While retail members of the Tobacconists' Association of America are getting the first look at the cigars, they'll have to wait a few months to get them. Christian Eiroa calls this "a richer, more intense expression that remains true to…

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MBombay to Release Limited Edition Kesara and MQBA Mayura Pyramids | Cigar News

Cigar Coop · Oct 28, 2026

MBombay Cigars will release two limited edition Pyramids: the Kesara Pyramid rolled in 2020 and the MQBA Mayura Pyramid rolled in 2019.

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Havana Hidden Gems Featuring the “A” Collection

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

SPINK Hong Kong is honoured to present the “A” Collection, an exceptional single-owner cigar collection spanning Lots 1 to 234, at its Fine Cigar Auction on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

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Casa Carrillo Announces the 2026 TAA Exclusive Cigar

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

Casa Carrillo proudly announces the 2026 Casa Carrillo TAA Exclusive, a limited-edition release created exclusively for members of the Tobacconists’ Association of America (TAA).

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Digging Deep: The Story Behind Casa De Gary’s Underground Humidor

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

An inherited collection of cigars gave Garry a bold idea: to build a cellar designed as a humidor all by himself in 30 days, in order to properly store the heirlooms.

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Selected Tobacco Introduces Robusto Edition Set

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

The Robusto Edition Set is an exclusive collector’s release honoring the guests of the Selected Tobacco facility grand opening in Madrid on the weekend of October 10th and 11th.

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Casa Carrillo’s Limited-Edition Release Honors Military Personnel, Veterans, and First Responders

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

With an entirely different blend for 2026, Battleborn Heroes honors military personnel, veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders.

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BUENA VISTA Toro Sampler

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

The new BUENA VISTA Toro Sampler brings together three long-filler cigars with distinct flavor profiles.

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Cigar Culture Summit Africa: Johannesburg Debut Brings the Global Cigar Community Together

Cigar Journal · Oct 28, 2026

Visitors from 14 countries gathered in South Africa – next edition already in planning.

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J.C. Newman Introduces Brick House Beginnings Ciento Por Ciento at TAA

Cigar Journal · Oct 27, 2026

This TAA exclusive has been aged for five years and is limited to only 800 boxes.

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Arturo Fuente, Casa Carrillo, Padrón and Rocky Patel Join World Cigar Show Dubai Lineup

Cigar Journal · Oct 27, 2026

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is encouraging premium cigar retailers, manufacturers, distributors and hospitality professionals to make plans for World Cigar Show, returning to the Dubai World Trade Centre November 10–11, 2026.

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Smoke Friendly: Q Cigar Room, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Cigar Journal · Oct 27, 2026

In Enoch, Alberta, Q Cigar Room offers Canadian cigar enthusiasts a rare refuge from the winter cold, pairing fine cigars, thoughtfully crafted cocktails and fireside comfort.

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Davidoff Launches the City Edition

Cigar Journal · Oct 25, 2026

Davidoff Cigars unveils the City Edition, a new limited-release series of cigars dedicated exclusively to the Davidoff of Geneva since 1911 flagship stores.

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Three Leaf: The Development of Cigar Culture in Saudi Arabia

Cigar Journal · Oct 22, 2026

With three boutiques in Riyadh and Jeddah and a fourth location planned, Three Leaf Cigar Boutique is part of Saudi Arabia’s developing cigar culture, combining retail, lounges and cultural events.

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Plasencia Cigars Promotes Javier Carranza to Vice President of Sales, United States

Cigar Journal · Oct 22, 2026

Plasencia Cigars proudly announces the promotion of Javier Carranza to Vice President of Sales, United States, recognizing his instrumental role in developing the company's U.S. business and his continued contributions to its growth.

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Where to Buy, What to Visit, What's On: A New Guide to Cigar Travel in Nicaragua

Cigar Journal · Oct 22, 2026

Nicaragua has spent much of the past two decades near the top of the cigar world, and more passionados than ever are coming to see where their cigars are made. A new independent website, nicaraguan-cigars.com, makes planning that trip…

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Tabacalera USA Announces New Roles for Key Leadership

Cigar Journal · Oct 20, 2026

Tabacalera USA is pleased to announce new leadership positions for Brad Winstead, Davide Moro and Nicolas Maslowski.

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Plasencia Cigars and Corona Cigar Company Expand Product Partnership with Alma Fuerte

Cigar Journal · Oct 20, 2026

New Alma Fuerte Torpedo Semi-Boxpressed joins the exclusive Colorado Claro-wrapped Alma del Cielo Robusto Gordo, now presented in Plasencia's new packaging.

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Vandermarliere Cigar Family Celebrates its 100th Company Anniversary

Cigar Journal · Oct 20, 2026

With a two-day programme in Belgium, the Vandermarliere Cigar Family celebrated its 100th anniversary.

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German Engineered Blends "Weltschmerz" and "Raumzeit" are now Available

Cigar Journal · Oct 19, 2026

German Engineered Cigars´ Nicaraguan blends Raumzeit and Weltschmerz are available to order at the company's distributors now, completing the lineup alongside Kraftwerk, RVGN, and RVGN Extrem.

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Hooten Young Secures U.S. Design Patent for The Cartridge, Featured in the Ma Deuce Cigar Selection

Cigar Journal · Oct 19, 2026

Hooten Young LLC announces the issuance of U.S. Design Patent No. D1,124,474 S, protecting the ornamental design of the company’s distinctive cigar shape known as The Cartridge.

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Cigar Regulations Update: Germany, Norway and Spain

Cigar Journal · Oct 19, 2026

Each month, Paul Varakas, Director General of the European Cigar Manufacturers Association (ECMA), highlights the latest developments affecting cigar consumers and retailers across Europe.

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Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026

Cigar Journal · Oct 19, 2026

In less than two weeks, from 23 to 25 October, Johannesburg will be the focus of the cigar industry. Enthusiasts, experts, brands, and manufacturers will meet at the Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026 at the Emperor Casino.

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SCHUSTER XO: Limited Edition with 2004 Cameroon Wrapper

Cigar Journal · Oct 16, 2026

Cigarrenfabrik August Schuster introduces the SCHUSTER XO – 2004 Cameroon Wrapper, a limited-edition cigarillo line featuring Cameroon wrapper tobacco harvested in 2004 and aged for more than two decades.

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Daniel Höldke Takes Over Paul Bugge GmbH

Cigar Journal · Oct 16, 2026

Norbert Höldke will remain active as a brand ambassador. The focus of the next phase of development will be on expanding the company’s own brands, strengthening the specialty retail sector, and advancing international brand development.

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Fabrica 5 Launches 2 Sisters Line with Sorella di Notte: Sister of the Night

Cigar Journal · Oct 16, 2026

Sister of the Night, is the first release of the new 2 Sisters marca.

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