In 2026, Black Label Trading Company will celebrate the tenth anniversary of one of its most acclaimed lines, the Bishops Blend. This year, Bishops Blend returns with a twist: it will be presented in a Barber Pole format.
The 2026 Bishops Blend will feature an Ecuadorian-grown Maduro wrapper, paired in a barber-pole with a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. The remainder of the blend still features an Ecuadorian Habano binder and fillers consisting of Nicaraguan, Connecticut Broadleaf, and Pennsylvania Broadleaf.
“It’s been ten years since we introduced Bishops Blend, and it has grown into one of our most sought-after releases. To celebrate this milestone, this year’s edition features a double-wrapper presentation, pairing the original Ecuadorian Maduro with Connecticut Broadleaf. The addition of Broadleaf in both the filler and wrapper further enhances the cigar’s rich, elegant, and complex character, taking it to an entirely new level. Smokers can expect the same bold profile that has defined Bishops Blend, highlighted by notes of anise, pepper, raisins, and a lingering sweet earthiness on the finish,” said James Brown, creator of Black Label Trading Co. and partner at Fabrica Oveja Negra in a press release.
Bishops Blend 2026 is available in three sizes: Corona Larga, Robusto, and Lancero. The Lancero comes in 12-count boxes, while the Corona Larga and Robusto come in 20-count boxes.
The cigar was first showcased at the 2026 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. Shipping has commenced. Black Label Trading Company is distributed by Oveja Negra Brands.
At a glance, here is a look at the Bishops Blend 2026:
Blend and Origin
- Wrapper: Ecuador Maduro and Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder: Ecuador Habano
- Filler: Nicaragua, Connecticut Broadleaf, Pennsylvania Broadleaf
- Country of Origin: Nicaragua
- Factory: Fabrica Oveja Negra
Vitolas Available
- Corona Larga – 6 1/4 x 46 (20 count) SRP $13.50/cigar
- Robusto – 5 x 48 (20 count) SRP $13.00/cigar
- Lancero – 7 x 42 (12 count) SRP $14.00/cigar
Photo Credit: Cigar Coop
