J.C. Newman’s historic El Reloj cigar factory was featured on Fox & Friends over the weekend as part of the program’s ongoing America250 coverage. During the segment, anchor Charlie Hurt toured the Tampa factory, learning about the cigar-making process before trying his hand at rolling a cigar of his own. The cigars he made were later shared with his fellow Fox & Friends hosts. WATCH VIDEO The appearance also
Smoke Inn Cigar Coop Coalition Sampler Today we are officially announcing a Cigar Coop Coalition Sampler Pack from Smoke Inn Cigars and a no-purchase giveaway to go along with that. I’ve been long resistant to do one of these. But in the end, we as a team get asked as a team many times what are some of our favorite cigars are to smoke. Smoke Inn recently gave us the
Today, we announce the contest winner of our H Upmann Sunrise Prize Pack. This includes an ashtray, jet (stick) lighter, and a pair of sunglasses. You can watch the drawing in the embedded video below! Thanks to Altadis U.S.A., and thanks to everyone who entered!
On July 2, 2026, the United States Embassy in the Dominican Republic celebrated America’s 250th anniversary, and Arturo Fuente Cigars was in attendance as part of the Freedom 250 initiative. U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Leah Campos hosted the event. Among those in attendance were Carlos “Carlito” Fuente and Ciro Cascella from Arturo Fuente. In addition, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader was also in attendance. Photo Credit: U.S. Embassy,
Today, we are reviewing the Classic Hot Dog from Dairy Queen. This marks our first evaluation of a Dairy Queen product. While Dairy Queen is primarily known for its ice cream and frozen treats, it also offers a variety of food items. A specific subset of Dairy Queen locations, known as DQ Grill & Chill, operates as “Quick Service” restaurants, providing a full menu of food alongside their ice cream
Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum has officially announced the upcoming launch of The Commander, scheduled for July 4, 2026. This release marks the 50th addition to the company’s collection and will coincide with the 250th anniversary of the United States. According to Hamptons Cigar Manufactory & Museum, the release not only marks a milestone for the brand but it also honors military heritage through a cigar created to recognize generations
On Prime Time Episode 380, it’s Media Panel #24. Tonight, Eric Guttormson of Cigar Dojo and Kevin Shahan of Cigar Prop are back with us for another media panel. Tonight we will dive into various cigar companies looking at their strengths and areas they can improve in. This will be a most interesting discussion for sure. Plus, we will have our FSG Beef Question of the Night, Tabacalera USA Ties
Ceniza Fina Cigars has begun shipping its newest release, the CT Broadleaf, to retailers across the country. The cigar becomes the third regular production blend from the company since the brand debuted in 2024. The new release follows the original Corojo blend and last year’s Connecticut offering, giving the Arizona-based company a darker profile built around a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Production once again takes place at Tabacalera La iSLA in
Ceniza Fina Cigars has launched its third blend, the Ceniza Fina CT Broadleaf. Ceniza Fina is the brand owned by Sam and Rosie Lopez of Fine Ash Cigars. Like Ceniza Fina’s Corojo and Connecticut releases, the CT Broadleaf is produced at Hostos Fernandez Quesada’s Tabacalera La Isla factory in the Dominican Republic. CT Broadleaf comes in four box-pressed sizes – each in 20-count boxes. The blend consists of a Connecticut
Hiram & Solomon Cigars has announced it has shipped two limited releases: Mystic Tie and Fraternal Flame. Both cigars debuted at the 2026 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. Mystic Tie is a barber pole cigar that was made for Most Worshipful Omar S Morris, Grand Master of Masons of the state of New Jersey. Fraternal Flame is a release made for Right Worshipful Larry A. Derr, Past Grand Master of