Tampa Stogie Steve breaks down PCA 2026—Espinosa leads the pack, with strong showings from Drew Estate, Sinestro, and Aganorsa.

Saint Luis Rey reunites with Christian Eiroa for a 30th Anniversary blend, honoring the iconic 1996 release with rich, refined flavor.

Plasencia Cosecha 149 review from first light to final third. Smooth, balanced, and finishes with bold Nicaraguan flavor.

Drew Estate drops the Liga Privada Connecticut River Valley Selection at PCA 2026—five iconic cigars, one powerhouse sampler.

Davidoff’s Puro Dominicano returns, showcasing 100% Dominican tobacco with smooth balance, natural sweetness, and refined complexity.

Quesada’s Suspiro hits PCA 2026 with a sweetened cap and two blends. A bold move that’s sure to spark conversation.

From IPCPR 2008 to PCA today—this is where LTT Cigars got its start. The journey, the truth, and what’s really going on.

Plasencia unveils a bold new logo at PCA 2026—same legacy, fresh look. Tradition meets innovation from seed to smoke.

Gurkha Ghost Zombie Mini Tins deliver bold flavor in a compact, portable format—perfect for quick, satisfying smokes anytime, anywhere.

HVC drops its first Lancero—Only Legends. A refined, balanced 7 1/2 x 38 built for true cigar purists. PCA 2026 🔥

🥇 First Third Soon as you toast it up, you’re getting that maduro sweetness right on the lips—almost like a dark brown sugar note mixed with cocoa. The first few draws bring in espresso and a soft pepper on the back end. It’s smooth, creamy smoke, nothing harsh, and honestly… it just feels dialed in. This is one of those “sit back and relax” starts—no rush, just flavor. 🥈 Second Third Now it starts to transition. The sweetness takes a step back and you get more earth, roast

First Third: Right off the rip—first time you put this cigar in your mouth, there’s a noticeable sweetness on the cap. It definitely grabs your attention early. Be warned… I don’t mind a sweet tip here and there, but this one? The flavor is just… ehhh. It starts off intriguing but doesn’t really deliver the depth I was hoping for. Second Third: As things settle in, the cigar starts to build a little more body, but it still feels like it’s searching for its identity. There are

TAMARAC, FL – April 2nd, 2026 Gurkha Cigar Group, Inc., world-renowned for its premium and super-premium handcrafted cigars, is proud to announce the release of Tres Décadas, an exceptional limited-edition cigar created in honor of Juan Lopez, Vice President of Sales, and his thirty years of dedicated service to the cigar industry. Tres Décadas is more than a cigar; it is a milestone. Named for the three decades Juan Lopez has spent shaping the premium cigar landscape, the bl

Alright fam, here’s one coming out of PCA 2026 that’s got some serious roots and story behind it… OZ Family Cigars is dropping their fifth regular production line — the Maracanã. And yeah, that name isn’t random… it’s inspired by the legendary Maracanã Stadium in Brazil 🇧🇷. Now if that Brazilian vibe sounds familiar, it should. Tim Ozgener is going back to his roots — this is the same guy who helped create the iconic CAO Brazilia back in the day. So expectations? High. 💨 W

Tampa Stogie Steve – Final Third Closing it out on the Drew Estate Early Access Fire & Water Toro Petaca 2026 , and this one absolutely brings the heat. That sweet peppery note from the start is still riding strong, but now it’s backed by a surge of full-bodied richness. We’re talking bold earth, charred oak, and a deep, smoky profile that really settles in and owns the palate. The retrohale continues to shine—spicy, refined, and balanced with a touch of sweetness that linger

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Miami, FL — At the 2026 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Aganorsa Leaf will debut three special additions to its celebrated Supreme Leaf line—each offered as a one-time opportunity exclusively for American retailers. Since its debut, Supreme Leaf has earned a devoted following among cigar enthusiasts for its distinctive blend of Aganorsa’s prized Nicaraguan tobaccos, delivering rich sweetness, layered spice, and a bold, complex profile that st

PRESS RELEASE – Black Label Trading Co. PRESS RELEASE March 31, 2026 — Black Label Trading Co. (BLTC)will be debuting MACABRE at this year’s PCA Trade Show in New Orleans. Macabre is hand crafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Esteli, Nicaragua. BLTC Macabre is a new Limited Release and will beoffered on a first-come, first-served basis to BLTC/BLK WKS retailers attending PCA 2026. Shipping will commence directly after the show.   "Macabre is quintessential Black Label – rich, dar

Altadis U.S.A. is once again pairing one of the most iconic cigar brands in the world with one of America’s most recognizable cultural events. With the announcement of the Romeo y Julieta 152nd Kentucky Derby Limited Edition , the company continues its growing tradition of connecting premium cigars with major lifestyle moments — this time celebrating the 152nd running of the legendary Kentucky Derby. More than just another release, this cigar represents a celebration of tradi

Score: ⭐ 7.0/10 Sometimes a cigar tells a story before you even light it — and this La Palina Bronze Label re-issue definitely comes with history. This Privada Cigar Club exclusive is a 5-year aged Lancero (7x38) produced at El Paraíso (Plasencia Honduras) , featuring an aged Honduran Habano wrapper , Honduran Corojo binder , and fillers from Honduran Corojo & Nicaraguan Jalapa . Big shout out to Sammy Phillips , President of La Palina 🙌 — always great seeing classic blend