Author: Alex

  • Now Available – Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition & AVO Syncro 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

    It’s been a great week for fans of Davidoff of Geneva. This past week, two new limited edition blends were released to commemorate their respective 10 year anniversary: Davidoff Escurio & AVO Syncro Nicaragua.

    The Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition is a 6 x 56 gran toro that uses a four-year-old Ecuadorian wrapper over a nine-year-old Brazilian binder and a filler made up of rare Brazilian tobacco and signature tobacco Dominican Davidoff tobacco.

    Each cigar has an MSRP of $37 and the United States will receive 3,750 boxes of 12 with an MSRP of $444.00

    AVO Syncro is also celebrating 10 years with their own LE release. The joyous occasion is a celebration in brilliant blending as a unique, box-pressed Diadema format is a first for the brand, delivering a distinctively elevated experience according to Davidoff’s marketing team.

    Each cigar has an MSRP of $22 and the United States will receive 3,400 boxes of 20 cigars with an MSRP of $444.00

  • Now Live – S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 Fuente Opus X 25th Anniversary Goldsmith Lighter Unboxing

    Now live on YouTube is a bucket list cigar accessory I’ve been after for a few years. When originally announced in 2019, S.T. Dupont listed the Opus X Goldsmith lighter with a MSRP of $1,894. Fast forward to 2025 and while waiting for my son to be born in the hospital, I found a retailer in Great Britain that still had one unit in stock of the limited Ligne 2 at a steep discount, but is worth it?

  • Coming Soon – Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition

    The Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Gran Toro celebrates a decade of Davidoff’s Escurio line, combining the rich flavors of Brazilian and Dominican tobaccos to create a bold and unique cigar experience. This limited edition cigar features a 56-ring gauge, allowing the complex flavors of the blend to fully unfold. The cigar is crafted with aged Dominican filler tobacco, which is matured in bourbon casks for six months, imparting a refined sweetness and enhancing the cigar’s richness.

    The blend of Brazilian Bahia and Dominican tobaccos creates a well-balanced profile, offering dynamic flavors of vanilla, cappuccino, leather, and bittersweet chocolate. The bourbon cask aging adds additional layers of sweetness and complexity, making each puff a luxurious experience. The larger Gran Toro size allows these rich flavors to evolve throughout the smoke, delivering a smooth, satisfying experience.

    Packaged in a beautifully designed wooden box with a commemorative 10th anniversary sticker, the Davidoff Escurio 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Gran Toro is a true collector’s item.

    Each cigar has an MSRP of $37 and the US market will receive 3,750 boxes of 12. The cigar is expected to be available on April 10.

  • Drew Estate 2025 Event Tickets on Sale Today

    Drew Estate’s event lineup for 2025 has been finalized and tickets go on sale today at 6PM PST. Drew Estate promises another year of epic experiences and unforgettable cigars. Fans of Drew Estate will have three opportunities to attend one of their legendary events.

    The three events include:

    Connecticut River Valley Barn Smoker
    August 8 & 9, 2025 | 11AM – 6PM
    Dunn & Foster Farms | Ellington, CT
    Two days this year, each ticket sold separately. Expect exclusive cigars, brand activations, farm tours, and more!

    Kentucky Family Reunion
    September 6, 2025 | 4PM – 9PM
    The Kentucky Castle | Versailles, KY
    An elevated Southern affair! Fine dining, bourbon panels, and rooftop vibes. Dress to impress!

    Florida Sun Grown Barn Smoker
    November 8, 2025 | 11AM – 6PM
    Florida Sun Grown Farm | Clermont, FL
    Explore the resurrection of Florida-grown tobacco and enjoy a full day of Drew Estate brand activations, food, and cigars!

    For tickets and more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-drew-estate-events-3986953

  • Now Available – Drew Estate Freestyle Live April 2025 Event Kit

    On February 8, Drew Estate announced their latest new cigar blend coming out later this year – a Dominican-forward cigar. Drew Estate typically focuses on Nicaraguan blends from their factory, La Gran Fabrica located in Esteli, Nicaragua.

    As with all new Drew Estate releases, this is an event that should be experienced with a Freestyle Live Event Kit.

    The April 2025 kit has shipped to Drew Estate retailers and is now available to customers for $40.

    The event kit includes:

    • 4 different sizes of the mystery cigar (Corona, Robusto, Toro, Gordo)
    • Drew Estate travel humidor
    • Drew Estate torch lighter
    • Drew Estate dog tag

    Tune in Tuesday, April 8 for the Freestyle Live Reveal with your Event Kit.

    You can watch the livestream on Drew Estate’s Facebook Page or on their YouTube channel.

    Event packs typically sell out, so be sure to secure yours before April 8.

  • Now Live – Telford’s Pipe & Cigar Lounge & Humidor Tour

    Earlier this year, I had an opportunity to stop at Telford’s Pipe & Cigar in Mill Valley, California and meet Brian Telford, who started the business in 1970! The shop is a masterclass in the history of pipe tobacco and cigars in the United States for the last 100+ years.

    It was truly a special day to get a few minutes to chat with Brian and listen to the history of Telford’s as well as the challenges of owning a tobacco retailer in California given the states aggressive regulation, as well as local county ordinances and regulations. Nevertheless, the shop is truly one-of-a-kind and is a must-visit if you are in the San Francisco Bay Area.

    Telford’s stocks an impressive amount of inventory from in-house pipe tobacco blends to the largest names in the cigar industry. Fun fact: Telford’s was the first Davidoff appointed merchant in Northern California. Unfortunately, Telford’s does not have an e-commerce website, but if they have what you’re looking for, they can process your order over the phone and ship it directly to you.

    I can’t thank Brian Telford enough; thank you for your time and allowing me to share your business with the world.

  • ToG Announces Diamond Crown Experience: Private Cigar Dinner with Bobby Newman

    Tobacconist of Greenwich has announced another memorable cigar experience next month: Diamond Crown Experience. An exclusive event celebrating the legacy of Diamond Crown Cigars and offering guests the opportunity to enjoy the limited-edition (and discontinued) Diamond Crown 125th Anniversary cigar.

    The event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7pm and to be hosted at Blackstones Steakhouse in Greenwich, Connecticut.

    Event highlights include:

    • A five-course dinner curated to enhance the cigar evening experience.
    • Exclusive cigar access to the discontinued and limited Diamond Crown 125th Anniversary cigar.
    • Premium open bar – enjoy top shelf spirits and fine. wine throughout the night.
    • Intimate setting – seating is limited to 40 guests
    • Hosted by Bobby Newman of J.C. Newman Cigar Company.

    Single tickets start at $425 per person.

  • Jack Schwartz Importer Now Selling Rojas Custom Blends

    Chicago’s famed tobacconist, Jack Schwartz Importer is now selling Rojas Custom Blends from cigar maker Noel Rojas. The Jack Schwartz team narrowed down five of their favorite blends and are happy to announce they are now available for sale and shipping immediately.

    Amount the blends available:

    Sumatra Toro
    Barber Pole Toro (Ecuadorian Connecticut/Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro Wrapper)
    Habano Shaggy Foot Toro
    Maduro Toro
    Maduro Gordo

    All cigars are made with Nicaraguan tobacco grown by Noel Rojas.

    Cigars come with no packaging or bands, making it a great value with most cigars in the $8 range, available as singles or in bundles of 30.

  • Tobacconist of Greenwich announces A Hammer & A Dream – An evening with Jorge Padron and Family

    Famed Tobacconist of Greenwich has announced a can’t miss event later this year, A Hammer & A Dream, a summer experience celebrating the life and legacy of Jose Orlando Padron, hosted by Jorge Padron and Family. The event is scheduled for June 11 7pm-10:30pm at Tamarack Country Club. Guests will witness the debut of and among the first to purchase a world-premiere box of exclusive Padron cigars, specifically crafted for ToG.

    Pricing starts at $750 for a single seat and full tables are also available. A Head of the Table seat grants you seating at Jorge Padron’s table along with an exclusive gift for $1500 with only 7 seats available for the VIP experience.

    The evening promises a night to remember that includes:

    Rare Padron Cigars
    Curated Cigar Event Box
    Open Top-Shelf Bar
    5-Course Dinner
    Live Music & Entertainment

    Rare Cigar Auction proceeds benefit The Padron Family Foundation.

    No tickets will be sold at the door – Mobile Ticket delivery only. QR Codes will be required for entry to the event.

    This is truly a once in a lifetime cigar event that can’t be missed. Cigar Unboxing hopes to bring you coverage of the event.

  • Now Live – Total Product Expo 2025 Las Vegas Show Coverage

    This year, I was invited to attend TPE 2025 – a B2B expo that specializes in the tobacco, smokeless tobacco, nicotine, nicotine alternative, cannabis industry. Given the focus of this trade show, I was surprised to see a robust Rolodex of cigar brands in attendance. Attendance was strong on day I attended and saw many notable cigar faces including Robert Fox (Fox Cigar), Tim Swanson (Cigars Daily), Charlie Minato (Halfwheel), Roger (Las Vegas Cigar Outlet), and many more.

    I only saw a handful of new products, including a new line from E.P. Carrillo named Endure which features Cameroon wrapper from the Meerapfel family. Ferio Tego introduced Metropolitan Petites with dimensions of 4 x 34 and arrive in a Connecticut and Maduro version.

    Lastly, La Aurora displayed a very unique (and limited) cigar, La Aurora Small Batch Lot No. 006 that features a rope of Mexican San Andres tobacco around the perfecto cigar. Production is limited to 137 boxes of 10 cigars with an estimated release date of February 2025.

    Exhibitors at TPE 2025 included: Aganorsa Leaf, Altadis USA, C.L.E. Cigar Company, Cavalier Genève, Crowned Heads, OZ Family Cigars, Davidoff of Geneva USA, Drew Estate, E.P. Carrillo, Espinosa Cigars, Ferio Tego, Fratello Cigars, General Cigar Co., J.C Newman Cigar Company, Jake Wyatt Cigar Co., Kristoff Cigars, La Aurora USA, Oliva Cigar Company, PDR Cigars, Plasencia, United Cigars