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During Intertabac 2025 in Dortmund, I made a video with Cagdas Cildir in the Oliva booth. We talked about what is new at Oliva and the upcoming Year of the Horse limited edition. Oliva Cigar Company is one of the most respected names in the premium cigar industry. It is known for producing high-quality handmade cigars. The company was founded by the Oliva family, which has been involved in growing tobacco for generations. Their roots in the tobacco industry can be traced back to Cuba, where the family grew tobacco before moving to Nicaragua in the 1960s following the Cuban Revolution. Oliva cigars are crafted primarily in Nicaragua, which is renowned for its fertile soil and ideal conditions for growing rich, flavorful tobacco. The company offers a wide range of cigars, with some of its most popular lines including the Serie V, Serie G, and Serie O. The Serie V Melanio in particular has garnered international acclaim, winning multiple awards, including Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado. Oliva’s cigars are typically characterized by their rich, complex flavor profiles, ranging from medium to full-bodied, with smooth smoking experiences. They use a blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos for their fillers, often combined with wrappers from various regions, such as Ecuador or Cameroon, offering a wide array of taste experiences. The company was acquired by J. Cortès, a Belgian family-owned cigar business, in 2016, but it continues to operate independently while expanding its global presence. Oliva has built a strong reputation among cigar enthusiasts for its consistency, craftsmanship, and dedication to quality. Intertabac is the world's largest trade fair for tobacco products and smoking accessories, held annually in Dortmund, Germany. It brings together manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and industry professionals from all over the globe. The exhibition features a wide range of products, including cigars, cigarettes, pipes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and other related smoking paraphernalia. For more information, please go to asiamarketingservices.com Links Asia Marketing Services asiamarketingservices.com Facebook facebook.com/hans.rijfkogel.1 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/rijfkogel Twitter twitter.com/hans_rijfkogel Instagram instagram.com/hans.rijfkogel/
Oliva at Intertabac 2025 – What is New at Oliva This Year & Oliva Year of the Horse!
At the InterTabac 2025 exhibition, I had the opportunity to speak with Mac Bergson about Swisher’s new and existing product range. Swisher International, Inc., founded in 1861, is one of the world’s largest cigar companies and the maker of the iconic Swisher Sweets brand. Over the years, the company has evolved from a small cigar business into a global leader in the tobacco industry. Known for their smooth flavor, accessible pricing, and broad portfolio, Swisher’s cigars appeal to a wide range of consumers, from casual smokers to seasoned aficionados. The flagship Swisher Sweets line remains especially popular thanks to its consistent quality and extensive variety of flavors. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, Swisher continues to expand its portfolio with innovative products, exploring new tobacco alternatives and modern smoking experiences. Despite its global scale, the company remains dedicated to delivering quality, accessibility, and consumer satisfaction in an increasingly competitive market. InterTabac, held annually in Dortmund, Germany, is the world’s largest trade fair for tobacco products and smoking accessories. It gathers manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and industry professionals from around the globe, showcasing a wide range of products, including premium cigars and cigarettes, pipes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and related accessories. For more information, please go to asiamarketingservices.com Links Asia Marketing Services asiamarketingservices.com Facebook facebook.com/hans.rijfkogel.1 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/rijfkogel Twitter twitter.com/hans_rijfkogel Instagram instagram.com/hans.rijfkogel
Update from Swisher Cigars At Intertabac 2025
Cigars of Habanos recently opened a new cigar store and lounge in Hong Kong, offering a wide selection of cigars from Nicaragua, Cuba, Dominican Republic and Honduras. Check it out when you are in Hong Kong!
Where To Buy Cigars in Hong Kong? This place is great for Cuban and New World Cigars!
During a recent trip to Hong Kong, Jonathan Drew spoke at a private event. He was on fire 🔥 and spoke his mind about the worldwide cigar industry. The event was hosted in the COH lounge in Hong Kong. #DrewEstate #JonathanDrew #Cigars #HongKong
Drew Estate cigars in Hong Kong - Jonathan Drew is on fire 🔥
Introducing the most exclusive humidor of 2025 — a collaboration between Drew Estate and S.T. Dupont. Designed for the true cigar aficionado, this limited-edition piece is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike. I created a short video with Ricardo Ortiz, showcasing the craftsmanship and elegance of this extraordinary humidor.
Drew Estate & ST Dupont: The Most Exclusive Humidor of 2025! 🔥 👍 😎
The Drew Estate team is visiting Macau 🇲🇴 for an event 👍
Drew Estate on tour in Asia - Macau edition
The Drew Estate team is visiting Hong Kong for a couple of events. Time to have a traditional lunch 🍜 #shorts #drewestate #ligaprivada #undercrown #hongkong #cigars
Drew Estate on tour in Hong Kong 🇭🇰. Time to have lunch 👍 🍚 👌
Blackened Cigars is a relatively new premium cigar brand, created as a collaboration between Drew Estate—a renowned cigar manufacturer—and Blackened American Whiskey, a company co-founded by Metallica's lead guitarist, James Hetfield, and master distiller Rob Dietrich. The cigars are part of a crossover effort between the worlds of cigars, whiskey, and music, blending passion from each area to create a unique smoking experience. The first release, the Blackened M81 Maduro by Drew Estate, made its debut in 2022. The "M81" refers to Metallica's founding year (1981), while the Maduro name highlights the cigar's dark and oily wrapper. This cigar is entirely made from Maduro tobacco, including the wrapper, binder, and filler, delivering a deep, rich smoking experience. The blend is composed of a Mexican San Andrés wrapper, a Broadleaf binder, and Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf fillers. Flavor-wise, Blackened cigars are known for their bold, robust profiles, offering notes of espresso, dark chocolate, leather, and earthy spices. The combination of Drew Estate’s craftsmanship and Hetfield's creative input ensures the cigars cater to both hardcore cigar aficionados and Metallica fans alike. The brand reflects a synergy between music and cigars, with each smoke intended to evoke the powerful, dark, and complex essence of Metallica’s music. Blackened cigars are marketed as a premium offering, designed for those who appreciate full-bodied cigars with a depth of flavor and richness. As part of Drew Estate's portfolio, the construction and quality are typically top-tier, following the company's high standards.
Drew Estate launches Blackened Cigars internationally 👍 👏 🔥
During Intertabac 2024 in Dortmund, I made a short video with Cagdas Cildir in the Oliva booth. We talked about some of Oliva's limited editions. Oliva Cigar Company is one of the most respected names in the premium cigar industry. It is known for producing high-quality handmade cigars. The company was founded by the Oliva family, which has been involved in growing tobacco for generations. Their roots in the tobacco industry can be traced back to Cuba, where the family grew tobacco before moving to Nicaragua in the 1960s following the Cuban Revolution. Oliva cigars are crafted primarily in Nicaragua, which is renowned for its fertile soil and ideal conditions for growing rich, flavorful tobacco. The company offers a wide range of cigars, with some of its most popular lines including the Serie V, Serie G, and Serie O. The Serie V Melanio in particular has garnered international acclaim, winning multiple awards, including Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado. Oliva’s cigars are typically characterized by their rich, complex flavor profiles, ranging from medium to full-bodied, with smooth smoking experiences. They use a blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos for their fillers, often combined with wrappers from various regions, such as Ecuador or Cameroon, offering a wide array of taste experiences. The company was acquired by J. Cortès, a Belgian family-owned cigar business, in 2016, but it continues to operate independently while expanding its global presence. Oliva has built a strong reputation among cigar enthusiasts for its consistency, craftsmanship, and dedication to quality. InterTabac is the world's largest trade fair for tobacco products and smoking accessories, held annually in Dortmund, Germany. It brings together manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and industry professionals from all over the globe. The exhibition features a wide range of products, including cigars, cigarettes, pipes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and other related smoking paraphernalia.
Oliva Cigars at Intertabac 2024 - Booth Tour + Limited Editions 👌
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