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Press Release: Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases Highly Anticipated Antique Collection for the Fall 2023 Season

Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced the return of its award-winning Antique Collection for the fall 2023 season, showcasing the products that best represent the Distillery’s exceptional craftmanship and dedication to distilling high-quality, award-winning spirits. This year’s portfolio includes all five Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) staples: George T. Stagg Bourbon, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey, Sazerac Rye 18-Year-Old Whiskey, William Larue Weller Bourbon, and a milestone for this year, the oldest Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old […]

October 9, 2023

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Press Release: C.L.E. Announces CBT 51 Heading to Stores

C.L.E. Cigar Company announced that the Eiroa CBT 51 is now shipping! This limited-edition blend is in celebration of Christian Eiroa’s 51stbirthday. The cigar made its debut during a 300-person event celebrating his birthday during the PCA 2023 on July 9th. The celebration took place at Eight Lounge at Resorts World, in Las Vegas during PCA 2023. The Eiroa CBT was first introduced to the market in 2014, CBT stands for capa, banda tripa maduro which […]

October 7, 2023

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Press Release: Heaven’s Door Announces Homesick Blues Minnesota Wheated Bourbon

To celebrate the release of BOB DYLAN: MIXING UP THE MEDICINE, Heaven’s Door presents Homesick Blues Minnesota Wheated Bourbon in a limited edition bundle set. Homesick Blues Minnesota Wheated Bourbon is a heartfelt homage to Bob Dylan, cultivated, distilled, and aged for 7 years just 150 miles from his birthplace. This bourbon matures amidst wild temperature swings of the North Country, resulting in an unparalleled flavor profile that perfectly reflects Dylan’s creative influence even in […]

October 6, 2023

Honduras Cigar Review

Cigar Review: 7-20-4 Original Series Lancero

I love a cigar with a good back story and history and one of the most storied brands in the USA might be 7-20-4. 7-20-4 is a brand founded in 1874 by R.G. Sullivan that was named for the address of his factory located in Manchester, New Hampshire, 724 Elm Street. The factory is long gone having gone out of business in 1963, but the brick building remains this his name still on it. In 2006, […]

October 5, 2023

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Press Release: Ferio Tego 2023 Elegancia and Generoso to be released October 24th

October marks the 2 year anniversary of Ferio Tego. After coming off a successful summer launch of Ferio Tego Summa, the brand which is available in over 1,000 stores is set to release the 2023 Limited Edition Elegancia and Generoso. The flagship releases of the Ferio Tego brand, Elegancia and Generoso, will arrive in stores October 24th. The 2023 Ferio Tego Elegancia and Generoso are the third annual limited release for the company which debuted […]

October 5, 2023

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United Cigar Re-Releasing the 2021 & 2022 Firecracker

United Cigars has started shipping the rereleases of two iconic Firecracker Limited Editions. Wiseman Maduro Firecracker and the Bandolero Firecracker originally released in 2021 and 2022 respectively before the Fourth of July celebrations. These two remarkable cigars are not just cigars; they are a celebration of tradition, innovation, and the mastery of tobacco blending. As they light up the night sky with their bold flavors and captivating aromas, United Cigars invites you to join in experiencing the resurgence of the […]

October 4, 2023

Bourbon Review

Bourbon Review: Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond

From the bottle, “This Kentucky Bourbon pays tribute to the earliest days of the distillery’s history when in 1939 it released Heave Hill Bottled-in-Bond. The namesake brand quickly became the number one selling bourbon whiskey in the state of Kentucky. Today, the craftsmanship poured into this bottle by the same family meets the exact standard first set forth in the Bottled-in-Bond act of 1897. This history offering reflects on the company founders’ firm belief it takes patience and perseverance to make something of great quality.” […]

October 4, 2023

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Press Release: NH Liquor Commission to Host Fifth Annual Distiller’s Week

The New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) will host its fifth annual Distiller’s Week showcasing the world’s most popular whiskeys, tequilas, vodkas, rums and more. The week-long celebration will take place from October 30 to November 2, 2023, and will feature a variety of events, including a Kentucky bourbon tasting and educational event, tastings and bottle signings at NH Liquor & Wine Outlets and the region’s largest spirits tasting expo – the 10th Annual Distiller’s Showcase […]

October 3, 2023

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Press Release: Premium Cigar Association Wisconsin Cigar Bar Legislation

This week, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) endorsed new legislation that would allow cigar bars in Wisconsin for the first time since 2009. Assembly Bill 451 removes the date, June 3, 2009, by which a “tobacco bar” had to be in business in order to operate as a bar that allows smoking. It only allows for cigars and pipes, and the establishments must have 15% of gross annual income of on-premises cigars or pipe tobacco […]

October 3, 2023

Nicaragua Cigar Review

Cigar Review: Don Pepin Garcia 20th Anniversary Limited Edition

My Father Cigars celebrates a milestone with the release of the Don Pepin Garcia 20th Anniversary Limited Edition. It’s hard to believe I was in the cigar industry longer than the brand Don Pepin Garcia was around. I remember when a rep whom I believed was named Glen Gutin came into the store I was a partner in. He was pushing a cigar and said, “This guy is going to change the industry.” We smoked […]

October 3, 2023

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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!