Ignited by the rich volcanic soils of Nicaragua and sparked by the wild imagination of Australian pop mash artist Aaron Craig, Fuego is more than a cigar—it’s a fiery collision of craft, culture, and creativity. Expertly blended and rolled at AJ Fernandez’s Tabacalera Annex using 100% Nicaraguan-grown tobaccos cultivated by the master himself, Fuego is a testament to precision and…
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APRIL 2025 LCA CIGARS
April LCA Cigar Of The Month:CigarFace: Angel by Montenegro (5.5 x 55) The Privada Club proudly presents Angel, the latest release in the CigarFace series—honoring the fallen friend of Tony Montana in Scarface with a bold and complex blend. Made by Montenegro Cigars in Nicaragua, this cigar showcases expert craftsmanship and a deep respect for tradition. Featuring a premium selection…
The Beast Small Batch 2025 By Cornell & Diehl
The Beast returns, bringing with it bold and dynamic flavors not for the faint of heart. This bodacious blend is among the few that prominently feature Perique, normally a condiment tobacco, as the main component. Composed of 51% genuine St. James Parish Perique with a supporting cast of C&D’s proprietary Red Virginia Cavendish and a whisper of Dark-Fired Kentucky to…
Peterson Celebrates Their 160 Year Anniversary
The world’s longest continually operating pipe manufacturer, Peterson Of Dublin, is celebrating their 160th anniversary with a special stamp for pipes made in 2025. As part of their anniversary year celebration, Peterson released a limited number of Charles Peterson Collection Deluxe System pipes in Barley finish — each of which has the special 2025 stamp. Additionally, Peterson is releasing a…
Filtered vs. Unfiltered Pipes: A Look at Market Preferences
Pipe smokers use filters primarily to reduce the amount of tar and nicotine from the tobacco smoke, creating a cooler, milder smoke by absorbing excess moisture and potentially mitigating “tongue bite” while also allowing for a more controlled smoking pace, preserving the tobacco’s flavor by slowing down the smoke draw; however, some pipe smokers prefer to smoke without a filter…
MARCH 2025 LCA CIGARS
Available starting March 7th La Sirena Super Sea Monkeys The March 2025 spotlight release is the La Sirena Super Sea Monkeys, a deep-sea delight: Inspired by vintage aquarium novelties, this release blends nostalgia with La Sirena’s oceanic theme. Featuring a rare Nicaraguan Cameroon Negrio (Maduro) wrapper — an ultra-fermented, rich, and dark expression rarely seen. Master blender Raul Lanuza pioneered…
SMALL BATCH FOLKLORE 2025 By Cornell & Diehl
Available starting February 25 at 6 PM A tribute to the traditions and customs of cultures across the globe, including those held dearest at Cornell & Diehl, Small Batch Folklore celebrates five distinct flue-cured Virginia varietals, ranging from specially processed Red and Orange, dark matured Mahoganys and vintage Canadian Brights. Additionally, the blend is accompanied by genuine St. James Parish…
VILLIGER’S LIMITED RELEASE SERIES
As the name implies, the VLR (Villiger Limited Release) series is a collection of various limited edition cigars. The cigars within the series don’t share much in common with one another, a trend that continues with the two newest entries. The VLR No. 049 is a 6 x 52 toro that uses an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper over a Mexican…
VILLIGER ADDS NEW CUELLAR BLEND
First there was the milder 92-rated Cuellar Kreme Connecticut. Then, Villiger added the fuller bodied 94-rated Cuellar Black Forest (Maduro). Now, Villiger has added something in the middle, the Cuellar Caribe Habano. I’m usually happy to sample any new cigar with a Habano wrapper, so when I got a chance to smoke Villiger’s newest, I was immediately attracted to the…
LIMITED EDITION FRATELLO BIANCO NERO RISERVA
As one the the country’s top Fratello retailers, we are happy to bring you the LIMITED EDITION Fratello Bianco Nero Riserva! With only 500 boxes produced, the limited run of Fratello Bianco Nero Riserva is a coveted choice for those who indulge in simple luxuries. The special edition release of Bianco Nero Riserva delivers a bold reimagining of the beloved…