22nd Century Group Discontinuing its Run Sun Brand
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s policy shift aimed at lowering the nicotine levels in combustible cigarettes has one tobacco manufacturer rethinking its portfolio.
22nd...
S.T. Dupont: The Invention of Luxury
S.T. Dupont has been making luxury items since it was founded in 1872. In its 145-year history, its clientele has included celebrities like Jacqueline...
Corona Cigar: Supersizing Cigar Retail
Jeff Borysiewicz, founder of Corona Cigar, got his first real lesson in premium cigar sales from one of his early customers. The year was...
FDA Launches the Every Try Counts Campaign
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues its efforts to reduce the number of adult smokers in the U.S. with the launch of...
FDA Announces the Creation of the Nicotine Steering Committee
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a shift in its policy and approach toward tobacco. With a new focus...
Black Label Trading Company Ships Deliverance Nocturne 2017
Black Label Trading Company will begin shipping Deliverance Nocturne to select retailers this week. This will be the third release of Deliverance Nocturne and...
29 Republican Representatives Ask OMB to Exempt Premium Cigars from FDA Regulations
A group of 29 Republican members of Congress have sent a letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in support of premium...
FDA Strikes Back at Cigar Trade Groups’ Injunction
The battle continues to be fought between the U.S. government and the premium cigar industry. In October 2017, three cigar trade associations–the International Premium...
Burmese Tobacco Trading Company Partners with Robaina Tobacco Family
Burmese Tobacco Trading Company has announced an upcoming collaboration with the world-renowned Robaina tobacco family. Burmese Tobacco Trading Company will be bringing the Don...
The Brand The Hammer Helped Build
On Dec. 6, 2017, the tobacco industry learned of the passing of José Orlando Padrón, founder of the premium cigar brand Padrón Cigars. Since...