News and Announcements
Check out the latest news in the industry, as well as, announcements on new cigars and more.
Diesel Cigars has racked up an impressive slate of 90+ rated cigars over the years, and the brand is bringing four of them together in one epic, fan-friendly pack.
PCA 2026: Release Watch
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PCA 2026 brought us many new cigar releases across the cigar world. Click in to learn about all the newest releases from your favorite brands.
Building off of their previous Y Nada Más release and 180 years of craftsmanship, Y Nada Más Cibao continues the legacy of bold blends and heritage.
For the fourth year in a row, Diesel is releasing a Founders Collection cigar that partners with Rabbit Hole Whiskey for the Run for the Roses.
After selling out of the first year of Backyard BBQ last summer, Diesel is bringing a second helping to the table: Diesel Backyard BBQ Series Burnt Ends.
Cohiba is releasing a new, limited-edition sampler this spring. The Cohiba Select Gift Set Sampler features a range of classic Cohibas ideal for gifting occasions.
The Original Boutique Cigar Brand is returning to its roots and reviving the cigar style that won fans over 40 years ago.
Macanudo is adding two new cigars to its core lineup with Ecuadorian Shade and Sumatra, a pair of releases built on the same blend but differentiated by wrapper.
Macanudo is expanding its M by Macanudo lineup with the introduction of M by Macanudo Myers’s Rum™, a flavor-infused cigar created in collaboration with the iconic Jamaican rum brand.
El Rey del Mundo is delighted to build on the success of the first Appointment cigar with a new offering in the series. Called Appointment Brazil, this new full-time release delivers the same exceptional quality fans have come to expect from El Rey del Mundo at an accessible price point.
CAO is releasing a new cigar timed to coincide with the nationwide celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. The CAO America 250th Anniversary is a limited-edition release that reimagines the brand’s original CAO America blend as a true American puro.
Alec Bradley is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the release of Thirty Years, a new cigar created to mark the milestone and reflect the evolution of the brand since its founding in 1996.
Over the past three decades, Alec Bradley has become one of the most recognizable names in premium cigars, known for award-winning blends, long-standing factory partnerships and a portfolio that ranges from everyday favorites to highly rated limited releases. The Thirty Years cigar was created to acknowledge that journey while signaling where the brand is headed next.
According to the company, the blend draws on tobaccos and relationships that have helped define the Alec Bradley portfolio over the years.
El Rey del Mundo is launching a new, limited-edition cigar for those who appreciate aged complexity and bold character from their smoking experiences. The cigar, called El Rey del Mundo King of the World VSOP, was rolled in 2021 and has been carefully resting in STG’s aging room waiting for its opportunity to shine.
To celebrate over 130 years in the industry, Bolivar Cigars is releasing a new, limited-edition cigar. Bolivar Aniversario represents both the innovative spirit of the brand and its commitment to tradition.
El Titan de Bronze announces El Titan de Bronze Nicaragua, marking the first time in the company’s history that a cigar is produced outside of the United States — a defining milestone for the Miami-based boutique manufacturer.
Punch Cigars is celebrating 25 years of Rare Corojo with a new cigar. Notably, the new Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary Cigar is both a new blend and a full-time release. It features a mix of Corojo and Habano tobacco from Honduras and was produced at the Aladino Factory. While Rare Corojo 25th Anniversary will join Punch’s full-time lineup, the “original” Rare Corojo will also remain a full-time offering.
Cohiba is releasing a new, limited-edition collaboration with El Titan de Bronze. Cohiba Serie M Reserva Plata marks the sixth year of the Serie M partnership and the fourth new blend in the line. Like all previous Serie M cigars, Reserva Plata was crafted by Certified Level 9 rollers at the El Titan de Bronze Factory in Little Havana, Miami.
Punch Cigars is bringing back a fan-favorite cigar for the Chinese New Year. Named Egg Roll XL, the new, limited-edition cigar is a callback to the original Egg Roll released in 2019. While it features the same blend, it is larger than the first Egg Roll.
Black Works Studio is pleased to announce the release of Hawaii Hornet as an R. Field Wine Co. exclusive; hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua.
Crafted using tobaccos from the depths of the Amazon Rainforest, CAO Amazon Basin will return to stores beginning mid-January. First launched in 2014, Amazon Basin is a limited-edition blend that offers an exotic and flavorful smoking experience.
Cigars International is proud to continue its partnership with Major League Fishing as an Official Sponsor for the 2026 season, extending a relationship built on craftsmanship, competition, and celebrating hard-earned victories.
Both Filthy Hooligan and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock share the same foundation as the award-winning Alec Bradley Black Market: a hearty Sumatra binder and a distinctive mix of Honduran and Panamanian fillers.
CAO is revving the engine on its best-selling franchise with the release of Flathead Speed Shop Habano, a new expression built for cigar lovers who appreciate a more refined ride while staying true to the bold attitude that defines Flathead. Shipping February 2nd, 2026, Speed Shop introduces a fresh take on performance within the Flathead world.
Cigars International is pleased to announce the opening of the fifteenth Cigars International Superstore location nationwide. The newest addition to Cigars International’s growing US brick and mortar footprint is located in Orlando, Florida. Cigars International will hold its Orlando Grand Opening event on January 10th 2026.
Elevating the cigar, retail, and lounge experience in the greater Cincinnati/Northern
Kentucky region, Cigars International today announced the launch of its fourteenth superstore at Newport on the Levee,
with a grand opening celebration to follow next month. The new location delivers a best-in-class destination for cigar
aficionados and newcomers alike. Similar to its previous superstores, Cigars International’s Newport location will service
cigar lovers with both retail and lifestyle experiences through onsite events, tastings, pairings, live music, and more.
