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Cigar Review: Don Doroteo El Alcalde Belicoso

El Alcalde translates to “The Mayor” and pays homage to Don Doroteo’s trajectory, which saw him come from humble beginnings as a young tobacco farmer, to the mayor of his city.

November 25, 2024

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Press Release: Bear Fight Whiskey Partners With Gabriel Macht

Bear Fight Whiskey, an award-winning Next Century Spirits brand, has officially partnered with actor, director and producer, Gabriel Macht. Known and beloved as Harvey Specter on the record-breaking, acclaimed show “Suits,” Macht joins Bear Fight as a creative partner and equity stakeholder.

November 21, 2024

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Press Release: Ferio Tego Launches Timeless & Metropolitan Fresh Packs

Ferio Tego is adding two premium fresh packs to its portfolio just in time for the holiday season.

November 20, 2024

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Press Release: Aganorsa Leaf Celebrates 25 Years With Special Release

Aganorsa Leaf is celebrating their 25th Anniversary with an ultra-limited edition Nicaraguan Puro. Limited to just 5 boxes in 200 stores, good luck finding them!

November 20, 2024

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Press Release: Chattanooga Whiskey Releases Experimental Single Batch Series – Batch 041: Persimmon Infused

Chattanooga Whiskey has announced the newest release in their award-winning Experimental Single Batch Series – Batch 041: Persimmon Infused. Made with over 140 pounds of dried persimmons, this fall-inspired bourbon liqueur is made with 100% pot-distilled bourbon and an
eight-ingredient infusion of dried fruits, spices, and botanicals.

November 20, 2024

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Cigar Review: Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Sucesor

The Jaime Garcia Reserve Especial Sucesor was released with very little fanfare with the company opting to announce it via a Facebook posting. The 2024 Limited Edition is available in two sizes with two different wrappers.

November 20, 2024

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Press Release: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Introduces the Personal Reserve Program

Ever want to blend your own cigar to enjoy and share with friends or feature at your wedding? JC Newman is giving you a chance with the Personal Reserve Program where you can create your own custom blend!

November 19, 2024

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Press Release: World Whiskey Society Launches Wyatt Earp 13-Year-Old American Whiskey 160 Proof Hazmat Edition

Wyatt Earp 13-Year-Old American Whiskey Hazmat Edition is bottled at 160 proof and this limited-edition cask strength whiskey is at select retailers.

November 19, 2024

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Press Release: Hidden Barn Releases 3rd Annual Madeira Finished Bourbon

Hidden Barn Bourbon is releasing its 2024 Madeira finished bourbon, aged for six years and then finished for seven months in Madeira casks.

November 19, 2024

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Press Release: Michter’s Release 20 Year Bourbon for First Time in Two Years

For the first time since 2022, Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson have approved the release of Michter’s 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

November 19, 2024

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It all started in 1998 when I walked into a cigar shop for the first time in Brooklyn, NY. A desire to try something new led to life long friendships and a career in the cigar industry. I served as a shop manager, blogger, shop owner, writer, marketing coordinator, sales and was an award winning podcaster. After 25 years, I decided it was time to leave the cigar industry. Cigars are still as a passion of mine as is bourbon so I continue the legacy with this website.... Cheers & Long Ashes!