El Mago Cigars has announced a new limited edition release called The Offender & The Defender, a two-cigar project that will only be sold as a paired set. Rather than offering the cigars individually, each release includes one box of The Offender and one box of The Defender, with each blend designed to complement the other. According to the company, the concept is based on the pairing of a sword
Fratello Puro 1821 Dominican Republic Today, we are reviewing the Fratello Puro 1821 from the Dominican Republic. We have been covering Fratello Cigars since the company was launched in 2013. Fratello primarily produces its cigars at Joya de Nicaragua in Nicaragua and La Aurora in the Dominican Republic. There are several common threads between these two locations. First, both Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic are leading cigar-producing countries. Second, Joya
In September 2025, we hosted a media panel focused on cigar events. I noticed that a concerning number of these events were failing, so I aimed to highlight what constitutes a successful cigar event, as well as the reasons why some events do not succeed. The discussion was enlightening for me. However, it still did not clarify just why so many cigar events flop. For about the past 11 months,
Diesel Uncaged, a new regular-production offering under the Diesel Cigars brand, has been introduced by Forged Cigars. This is a three-vitola line priced between $6.29 and $7.39 per cigar. As with all Diesel Cigars, Uncaged comes from Nicaragua and is produced by AJ Fernandez. The cigar features a Habano Criollo wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos. Presented in 20-count boxes, Uncaged comes in three sizes: Robusto (5.5 x 52),
On Prime Time Jukebox Episode 192 Dave and Coop hold a draft to select members for to build their own fantasy bands. It’s very simple, much like putting together a fantasy football team, we put together a roster for a band. There are four categories we will draft members for: Rock Band All-Female Band Funk/Disco Band Wildcard Band – anything goes On this show, Dave smokes the Black Works Studio
Just in time for the heat of summer, Cigar Dojo and Aganorsa Leaf have partnered up to deliver a refreshing smoke that’s “As Crisp as the Night is Long!” Crispy Boy cigars are now available through online retailer Smoke Inn. Click below to be linked to Smoke Inn’s product sale page Crispy Boy cigars were inspired by the nickname for crisp lagers and pilsners, offering a maintenance-free smoke that’ll
Ferio Tego is commemorating the 100th anniversary of jazz icon Miles Davis’ birth with a limited edition cigar created in partnership with the Miles Davis Estate and music company Reservoir. Called Ferio Tego Milestones, the release is part of the official Miles Davis Centennial celebration taking place throughout 2026. The cigar takes its name from Davis’ 1958 album Milestones and its title track. According to the company, the name also
Diesel Cigars has added a new regular production cigar to its portfolio with the introduction of Diesel Uncaged, a blend produced by AJ Fernandez that began shipping to retailers on August 1. The new cigar features a Habano Criollo wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. According to the company, the blend is intended to deliver notes of leather, toast, and dark chocolate while falling in the medium
Tequila and mezcal are the world’s best-known agave spirits, but their flavor profiles can be dramatically different. From bright, grassy, and herbal notes to rich, smoky character, these spirits offer a wide range of pairing possibilities with premium cigars. On this episode of Flavor Odyssey, hosts Randy Griggs and Robby Ras explore the world of agave spirits, tasting a variety of tequilas and mezcals to discover which styles best complement
Casa Carrillo has announced a new charitable initiative that connects its La Historia Silk cigar to Dress for Success Miami, a nonprofit organization that helps women prepare for and advance in the workforce. The effort is part of the company’s Carrillo Cares program. Casa Carrillo says a portion of the proceeds from the latest shipment of La Historia Silk sold to retailers will be donated to Dress for Success Miami.