Scandinavian Tobacco Group parent company of General Cigar. has acquired Mac Barmen known for their pipe tobacco.
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Barmen 1873 is made by Coors Whiskey Co., yes, that Coors. It all started 20 years ago when David Coors turned to his Dad and asked, “Why don’t we make whiskey?” His Dad would respond, “Because we’re good at one thing, and that’s beer.” In many families that would be the end of the discussion, but David didn’t stop there. A nearly two decade journey led to the creation of Coors Whiskey Co. After four […]
Miami Cigar & Co. announces that the limited-edition Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve 2024 is now shipping. Miami Cigar & Co. previously released prior editions of the brand in 2011 and 2012. It was felt that it was the right moment to revive the Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve, in time for the company’s 35-year anniversary. Miami Cigar & Co. kicked off their 35-year anniversary by bringing back Nestor Miranda Grand Reserve. This 2024 version is a […]
The Bambino meets the Bootlegger. Remus Bourbon is proud to announce an official partnership with the estate of Babe Ruth that has culminated in the release of Remus Babe Ruth Reserve – a blend of three high-rye bourbons aged for six-to-seven years and offered at 111 proof (55.5% ABV). A limited supply of 10,624 bottles, one for each of the Babe’s plate appearances, will arrive at retail this July at a minimum suggested price of […]
On the heels of Gran Coramino Tequila’s 2nd anniversary, founders Kevin Hart and 11th-generation tequila producer Juan Domingo Beckmann, are expanding the portfolio to enter the rapidly growing Reposado segment. Gran Coramino Reposado tequila is the brand’s third expression and combines over 250 years of tequila-making expertise and innovation with a relentless dedication to quality. The result is a Reposado that sets itself apart by delivering the complexity of an aged tequila paired with a […]
C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the country of Bulgaria was chosen for the first ever C.L.E. Cigar Company Exclusivo Regionales. The Bulgarian regional release will be the first ever Eiroa Classic offered in the unique 11/18 vitola. The blend also receiving a slight tweak by Christian Eiroa. Only 150 boxes containing twenty cigars of the of the Eiroa Exclusivo Regionales Bulgaria were produced. The Eiroa Exlcusivo Regionales Bulgaria will launch with an event on June […]
Just in time for America’s 248th Birthday, Michter’s Distillery will be releasing its Legacy Series this July. Comprised of Shenk’s Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey and Bomberger’s Declaration Kentucky Straight Bourbon, this special release is vintage-dated with the year of the bottling, in this case 2024. Each release of Shenk’s and each release of Bomberger’s has differed from those of previous years. “While there is some continuity from year to year, our production team makes […]
Hoyo de Monterrey Rojo is a new line in the Hoyo de Monterrey portfolio. Having been around for 100 years this brand isn’t your Grandfather’s cigar, it is your Great-Grandfather’s cigar. Back when I got into the cigar industry in 1998, older cigar smokers would buy the Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur by the handful. As that demographic begins to die off, General Cigar looks to create a new cache of Hoyo smokers with the release […]
In a $23 billion cigar industry, Sans Pareil stands as a beacon of excellence and luxury. Sans Pareil is thrilled to announce the re-launch of their exclusive Gold Line, headlined by the eagerly awaited cigar, Jeddo. Late June, Jeddo will make its way to elite retailers, poised to redefine the standards of the global premium cigar industry. The Gold Line is the crowning jewel of Sans Pareil’s collection, exemplifying unparalleled quality in tobacco, construction, and […]