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Friday, July 11, 2014

AJ Fernandez's New World Introduced at IPCPR.

Press Release: A.J. Fernandez to Introduce their Newest Cigar Brand at the IPCPR: New World

 

(Miami, Florida) July 11, 2014— A.J. Fernandez Cigars, known for producing consistently highly rated and sought after cigars is proud to unveil “New World” at the 2014 IPCPR in Las Vegas. New World will be showcased as a value brand featuring the same quality, consistency, and workmanship that is expected from A.J. Fernandez.  The New World Cigar brand is the first blend in where A.J. Fernandez and father Ismael Fernandez come together
 
Master blender A.J. Fernandez has created New World. A unique cigar which pays homage to the discovery of then “mystical smoking leaf” called tobacco by the Europeans when their ships landed in what is now called the New World. In November 1492, Jerez and Luis de Torres first observed natives smoking as they were searching for the Emperor of China. Not knowing they landed in what is now known as Cuba, they came across natives that made rolls of palm and mais leaves in the manner of a musket formed of paper with tobacco on the inside. One would light one side and drink the smoke out of the other.
 
A.J. Fernandez said: “The New World Cigar relates to expanding one’s knowledge and questioning the status quo by discovering our personal New Worlds as we go through life. The team at A.J. Fernandez Cigars is grateful for the amazing support we have received from the consumer and therefore will offer the New World Cigar at a value price as we invite everyone to join us on our New World journey.  Furthermore, I am especially proud to announce that my father Ismael Fernandez who recently retired after 17 years with the Plasencia family has now joined the A.J. Fernandez family. New World marks the first cigar that we work on together since he joined the company. “
 
The New World blend is an elegant box press cigar, beautifully adorned with a cigar band that depicts the European landing on the shores of the “New World.” As with every A.J. Fernandez cigar brand, New World is carefully hand crafted cigar which was blended under strict supervision of A.J. Fernandez in their Estelí, Nicaragua based factory.
 
The New World Cigar is a medium to full bodied cigar with an amazing aroma. Smokers of New World will experience elements of sweetness, spiciness in a very balanced and refined cigar. The New World Cigar is composed of a Jalapa binder, Viso Ometepe Filler, Condega Ligero, Esteli-Finca Soledad Ligero, wrapped in a beautiful Dark Nicaragua. At a MSRP of six dollars, A.J. Fernandez is looking for New World to be a first class cigar that can be a daily source of enjoyment.
 
New World Cigars come in a beautifully adorned 21 count box and come in four sizes.
 
Navegante:    5 ½ X 55 Robusto
Almirante:      51/2 X 55  Belicoso
Gobernador: 6 ½ X 55 Toro
Virrey:             6 X 58 Gordo
 
ABOUT A.J. FERNANDEZ CIGARS:
A.J. Fernandez Cigars is based on the rich tradition of the Fernandez cigar legacy. A.J. Fernandez now produces unparalleled, hand-rolled cigars in Estelí, Nicaragua which have garnered numerous top ratings and acclaim from cigar publications and consumers alike.  Today A.J. Fernandez continues the family tradition as he oversees production and manages day to day operations in his factory in Estelí.
 

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Drew Estate Undercrown Dogma. Cigar Dojo Commemorative Edition


Size 6 x 60

Wrapper: San Andres Mexican

Binder: Connecticut Stalk Cut Habano

Filler: Nicaraguan and Brazilian Mata Fina

 
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Tuesday, July 8, 2014

TheBANKER by H.Upmann


Size: 6 X 52

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan and Domincan



 




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Thursday, June 26, 2014

ALTADIS U.S.A. TO HOST EXCLUSIVE PREMIUM CIGAR LECTURES AND TASTINGS IN SAN DIEGO AND LOS ANGELES.


http://www.montecristosocialclub.com/la-event/



JUNE 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 


ALTADIS U.S.A. TO HOST EXCLUSIVE PREMIUM CIGAR LECTURES AND TASTINGS IN SAN DIEGO AND LOS ANGELES
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Altadis U.S.A. is hosting two premium cigar lectures and tastings in California in July. Learn about growing and curing premium cigar tobacco from 44-year industry expert Larry Palombo, all while enjoying complimentary RyJ by Romeo y Julieta premium cigars, delicious food and tasty cocktails. 

The first event will be held on Thursday, July 10 at Acqua Al 2 in San Diego from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The second event will take place on Friday, July 11 at the Standard Hotel Rooftop in Los Angeles from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 

Tickets for both events are $15 for Montecristo Social Club members and $25 for non-members. All guests must be 21 or older to attend. Space is limited, so purchase your tickets quickly before the events sell out. You can find tickets for San Diego here: http://www.montecristosocialclub.com/san-diego-event/. Tickets for the Los Angeles event can be found here: http://www.montecristosocialclub.com/la-event.
Guests have the opportunity to meet Larry Palombo, VP of Tobacco Altadis U.S.A., who has travelled the world in search of the best premium cigar tobacco. It’s an excellent opportunity to get a true insider’s look at the industry. 

In addition, attendees will enjoy RyJ by Romeo y Julieta cigars. The RyJ is a robust Nicaraguan puro that is intense and strongly-spiced. Specially crafted with a Corojo Jalapa wrapper, a double binder of tobaccos from Jalapa and Estelí and a filler blend of vintage 2010 Nicaraguan leaves, the RyJ offers unparalleled aroma, complex flavor and deep, rich nuances.
Montecristo Social Club is one of the largest exclusive online clubs for adult cigar enthusiasts. The social club provides insightful cigar and lifestyle articles, the ability to meet other enthusiasts, and the use of a virtual humidor to track and rate your cigars. It is free to join, and all new members receive a complimentary welcome gift upon verification just for signing up.
For more information

please contact Ashley Duff
at
aduff@brandconnections.com or at (212) 302-4141 Ext. 318

Alec Bradley Family Blend Lineage Toro


Size: 6 X 54

Wrapper: Honduran

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Honduran/Nicaraguan



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Friday, June 20, 2014

NEW RELEASE: S.T.K. MIAMI BARRACUDA LIMITED EDITION MADURO 2014



 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 20, 2014 

 

NEW RELEASE: S.T.K. MIAMI BARRACUDA LIMITED EDITION MADURO 2014 

Miami, Florida, June 20, 2014 G.R. Tabacaleras Co. Cigar Factory, operated by George Rico of Gran Habano in Little Havana, announces that he will be releasing a new Barracuda Limited Edition Maduro.
Rico, a huge fan of the Pennsylvania Broadleaf, will be offering a new wrapper option to his current S.T.K. Miami Barracuda just in time for its debut at the IPCPR next month. In addition to using a delicious Maduro wrapper for the 2014 Barracuda Maduro Edition, the internal blend will be tweaked just for balance. This cigar will be made available on a limited run basis, as the Miami factory will only be manufacturing 200 boxes of each available size. 

Country of Origin: USA
Factory: G.R. Tabacaleras Unidas
Distributor: Santa Cruz Tobacco
Wrapper: Pennsylvania Broad Leaf
Sizes: 
5 X 52
6 1/2 X 54
5 5/8 X46
MSRP: $7.50 - $8.50
Release date: July 2014
Number of cigars released: 200 Boxes of each size.


G.R. Tabacaleras Co.| 1792 S.W. 8 Street Miami, FL 33135 | 305-644-3470 www.grtabacalerasunidas.com | facebook.com/grtabacalerascomiami | IG @GR_TABACALERAS



The Banker by H. Upmann - Press Release

Celebrate the Richest Moments of Life with "The Banker" by H. Upmann

Altadis U.S.A. continues with its bold and exciting NEW product launches in the market…introducing
"The Banker" by H. Upmann.
In 1844, German bankers Carl and Herman Upmann traveled to Cuba to create an exceptionally unique cigar and locked it away only to be gifted to their most special clients. After nearly 170 years, we have
re-created that original blend.
This dark brown, rich, and robust cigar boasts an earthy and toasty smoking profile. Using an aged Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder from the Jalapa region and aged Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers this great new cigar is RICH and ROBUST with notes of coffee and spicy.
Priced from $7 - $8.40 "The Banker" is price protected and began shipping in late April, 2014.
"The Banker" by H. Upmann is available in three sizes:
   - Currency 48 x 5 ½"
   - Arbitrage 56 x 7"
   - Annuity 52 x 6"
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan and Dominican
Country of origin: Dominican Republic.
Available in space-saving and affordable 15 cigar count boxes the NEW rich, robust and slightly spicy
H. Upmann is sure to please your most demanding customers.
Celebrate the Richest moments of life with "The Banker" NEW by H. Upmann!