From Cigar Aficionado: A considerably complex cigar from a company that appears to be improving each year. The Oliva Serie V Melanio Toro is emblematic of Oliva’s serious commitment to quality. After Oliva Cigar Co. was acquired by Vandermarliere Cigar Family in 2016 (then known as J. Cortés), Fred Vandermarliere vowed to maintain the tradition of … Read more
From Cigar Aficionado: Collaborations are common in the cigar industry, but three-way collaborations between a cigar company, whiskey distiller and heavy-metal frontman are quite rare. In fact, we only know of one—Blackened Cigars “M81” by Drew Estate. Two out of the three collaborators are clearly noted in the name: Blackened American Whiskey and cigarmaker Drew … Read more
Halfwheel.com a leading cigar blog for cigar news and cigar reviews recently gave Liga Privada H99 Papas Fritas a 93 rating. For the full cigar review, please click here: halfwheel.com/liga-privada-h99-connecticut-corojo-papas-fritas Liga Privada H99 Connecticut Corojo Papas Fritas marries two of Drew Estate’s most popular cigar concepts—its exclusive hybrid H99 Connecticut Corojo capa leaf and the … Read more
Over the last two years, Oliva Cigar Co. has successfully launched a unique Advent Calendar in the American market, featuring 25 distinct cigars. Building on this success, the company is now expanding its offering with two different Advent Calendars – one tailored for the American market and another specifically for international distributors and retailers. Recently, … Read more
I talked with Thomas Gryson – Vandermarliere Cigar Family (Oliva Cigars, J. Cortes), Export Manager and Travel Retail Coordinator about the TFWA exhibition in Cannes, the developments at Oliva Cigars in 2023 and the expectations for 2024. Vandermarliere Cigar Family is a family-owned company located in Belgium with a history that spans over several decades. … Read more
This is a quick tour of the Vandermarliere Cigar Family (Oliva, J.Cortes, De Olifant) booth at Intertabac 2023. Vandermarliere Cigar Family is a family-owned company located in Belgium with a history that spans over several decades. Founded in 1926, the company started as a small cigar factory in the heart of Europe. Over the years, … Read more
This is a quick tour of the Drew Estate and Swisher booth at Intertabac 2023. Swisher International, Inc. is an American tobacco company headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Swisher is known for its Swisher Sweets cigars, which have gained popularity for their sweet-tipped flavors and affordability. Swisher International has become one of the largest manufacturers of … Read more
Every year, during the InterTabac Show held in Dortmund, Germany, Cigar Journal magazine organizes its annual Cigar Trophy Awards gala. InterTabac is the largest trade show worldwide for tobacco products and smoking accessories and the Cigar Journal’s Cigar Trophy Awards night is a highly anticipated event among enthusiasts. Cigar Journal invites its readers to nominate … Read more
Mac Bergson talks about the Undercrown 10 cigars. The Undercrown 10 range is a bold ultra-premium addition to Undercrown’s lineup. Undercown 10 was introduced to celebrate the brand’s anniversary in 2021. The story behind Undercrown cigars is rooted in the history of Drew Estate. A company known for its innovative and unique approach to … Read more
If you’re a true aficionado of fine cigars, then you’re in for a treat. Brian Shapiro talks about the Oliva Serie O cigars. Oliva Serie O is not just a cigar; it’s a masterpiece meticulously crafted by the Oliva family, who have been at the forefront of the cigar industry for generations. Here’s what makes … Read more