Category: Press Release

  • Davidoff Announces Zino Honduras

    Oettinger Davidoff continues to expand its successful Zino Cigars brand with the launch of an exciting new cigar line. Zino Honduras joins the Zino portfolio as a distinct line, complementing Zino Nicaragua with a blend of characteristic Honduran tobaccos, finished with an Ecuadorian wrapper – crafted for aficionados seeking a full-bodied experience with slightly more intensity than Zino Nicaragua. The new line will be available in the popular formats Half Corona, Robusto and Toro, as well as a variety of flexible packaging and cut options, including tins, fresh packs and pre-cut cigars. As a new feature within the Zino Cigars range, all Zino Honduras cigars in the fresh packs are pre-cut, offering added convenience for enjoyment on the move.

    Following the successful relaunch of the Zino Cigars brand with the Zino Nicaragua line in 2021, the brand has established a strong position in the market and built a loyal and growing fan base among adventurous and spontaneous aficionados. With Zino Honduras, the portfolio is further expanded to respond to evolving consumer preferences for greater intensity, while remaining true to the brand’s philosophy of exploration and openness. This spirit is captured in Zino Cigars’ guiding claim “Live Life from A to Zino” – an invitation to embrace new experiences without compromising on consistency or quality. “We are delighted to be launching Zino Honduras to meet the rising demand for more intense cigars,” says Javier González, SVP Head Global Marketing & Innovation at Oettinger Davidoff. “The high quality of these handmade cigars, combined with the enhanced flexibility and spontaneity offered through innovative packaging and cut options, truly sets this line apart and reflects what Zino Cigars stands for as a brand.” In line with Zino Cigars’ price positioning, Zino Honduras also stands out for its attractive value-for-money proposition, making premium cigar enjoyment accessible to a broader audience.

    The Zino Honduras line showcases a distinctive tobacco blend sourced from the Jamastrán valley and the Copán region in Honduras, finished by an Ecuadorian wrapper. The unique climate conditions in Copán – characterised by warm days and cool nights – allow the tobacco to develop a rich aromatic foundation. High sugar production during the day is preserved by cooler night-time temperatures, resulting in complex aromas, a gentle natural sweetness and moderate intensity. The principal challenge in developing the blend lay in achieving balance: harmonising the spicy, robust character of Jamastrán tobaccos with the sweet, woody and earthy notes of Copán leaves. This delicate process required considerable expertise and craftsmanship to ensure a seamless and refined flavour progression.

    Zino Honduras delivers a pronounced Central American taste profile that clearly differentiates it from Zino Nicaragua. The cigars offer complexity and a broad spectrum of flavours, unveiling an elegant interplay of rosewood, orange and creamy notes. The result is a medium-intensity enjoyment experience that is distinctive within the Oettinger Davidoff portfolio.

    Zino Honduras is presented in a wide range of packaging options inspired by the vibrancy of Honduras, from lush tropical landscapes to the warm, earthy tones of its architectural heritage. The assortment includes striking wooden boxes, travel-friendly fresh packs, convenient carton packs and stylish tins designed for enjoyment on the move. For additional flexibility and ease of use, all cigars in the fresh packs and selected other formats are pre-cut.

    Half Corona: available in wooden boxes of 25 and tins of 5 (pre-cut) Enjoyment time 20 mins | Dimensions RG 44 x 4″ | Ø 1.7 cm x 10.2 cm

    Robusto: available in wooden boxes of 25, packs of 5 and fresh packs of 4 (pre-cut) Enjoyment time 45 mins | Dimensions RG 54 x 5″ | Ø 2.2 cm x 12.7 cm

    Toro: available in wooden boxes of 25, packs of 5 and fresh packs of 4 (pre-cut) Enjoyment time 50 mins | Dimensions RG 50 x 6″ | Ø 2.0 cm x 15.2 cm

    The new Zino Honduras line will be available as of 26 June 2026.

  • Davidoff Announces Black Band Puro Dominicano

    Ten years after the introduction of its last black band cigar, Davidoff Cigars unveils its latest creation: the Davidoff Puro Dominicano. This new line takes aficionados on an aromatic journey through the heart of the Dominican Republic and joins the existing Escurio, Nicaragua, and Yamasá lines of the Black Band Collection. Composed exclusively of well-aged tobaccos from six Dominican terroirs – with a combined age of 32 years – this exceptional blend will be available in three exciting formats: Short Robusto, Corona Larga, and Perfecto.

    The Davidoff Black Band Collection has long been the choice of adventurous aficionados seeking intense palate stimulation through innovative blends crafted with tobaccos from the world’s most renowned growing regions. The Dominican Republic, known for its smooth and creamy tobaccos, also reveals a more challenging side – soils that are rich yet demanding, yielding tobaccos of remarkable character. For the Puro Dominicano, Davidoff’s Master Blenders selected leaves from six distinct Dominican terroirs. After years of patient experimentation, they achieved a rare balance: a full-bodied Dominican puro with the intensity expected from a black-banded cigar and the refinement that defines every Davidoff creation. “With Puro Dominicano, we are strengthening the foundation of our Black Band Collection by highlighting the Dominican Republic’s exceptional tobacco heritage. This line reflects our commitment to innovation within our core competencies and our continued pursuit of excellence in craftsmanship”, says Javier González, SVP Head Global Marketing & Innovation at Oettinger Davidoff. “But above all, Puro Dominicano offers our consumers an experience that is both deeply Dominican and unmistakably Davidoff: warm, rich, and multi-layered, with a flavour progression that evolves throughout the enjoyment. It is a journey of discovery – creamy, refined, and compelling – crafted for aficionados who appreciate depth, balance, and the pleasure of being continually surprised.”

    Inspired by the Dominican amber gemstone, a rare jewel sourced from deep below and shaped into a warm, glowing masterpiece, the Puro Dominicano cigar is composed of predominantly higher-grade tobaccos from six different Dominican terroirs. Each contributes tobaccos with individual, distinct aromas from sweet and creamy to rich and spicy – rough diamonds, blended and shaped to perfection. The experience begins richly and invitingly, with dark chocolate, brown sugar, and bread creating a smooth and balanced introduction. Notes of nuts and sweet spice add warmth and depth. In the middle part, the cigar opens beautifully to reveal aromas of dried fruit, oak wood, and earth, refined by salted nuts and a touch of vanilla and citrus that bring elegant freshness. The finale unfolds in a creamy and rounded manner, where leather and biscuit dominate. Mineral and salty notes enhance the complexity, while the lasting impression is one of sophistication, marked by subtle hints of bread, bitter almond, and black pepper.

    The new line pays tribute to its Dominican origin not only through its blend but also through one of its formats. The Corona Larga with its 44-ring gauge (1.8 cm diameter), symbolises 1844 – the year of the Dominican Republic’s independence. This format is unique within the Davidoff portfolio, and its narrow ring gauge combined with generous length allows for a smoother, more gradual flavour progression. For those seeking a more immediate experience, the Short Robusto delivers a fuller expression of the blend in a shorter enjoyment time.

    The line also includes a Perfecto figurado, with a tapered head and foot that accentuates the wrapper and binder in the taste experience. This format, also unique to the Davidoff portfolio, demands the utmost precision and skill to roll.

    Dimensions Short Robusto: 52 RG x 4 1/2” / Ø 2.1 x 11.5 cm Dimensions Corona Larga: 44 RG x 5 7/8” / Ø 1.8 cm x 14.9 cm Dimensions Perfecto: 50 RG x 5 1/2” / Ø 2 cm x 14.0 cm

    The new line is presented in a black wooden cabinet box containing twelve cigars of the same format, accented with a striking yellow line inspired by Dominican amber, or alternatively in a pack of five of the same format. This colour detail is also reflected on the cigars’ rings. In a step towards more sustainable packaging, Davidoff has replaced the PET outer packaging with an environmentally friendlier carton alternative.

    The new Davidoff Puro Dominicano line will be available as of 23 April 2026* at select Davidoff appointed merchants and flagship stores around the world. Participants at the Premium Cigar Association trade show from 17 to 20 April 2026 in New Orleans will have the opportunity to preview the new line.

  • Kelner Cigars Announces Kelner 80 Limited Edition

    Kelner Cigars has announced the release of Kelner LE 80, a limited-edition cigar created in honor of legendary blender Henke Kelner’s 80th birthday this December. The project is a deeply personal collaboration between Henke and his son, Master Blender and CEO Klaas Kelner, crafted at the Kelner Cigars factory in Santiago.

    The Kelner LE 80 features a sophisticated Diademas Finas (7 x 50) format wrapped in a silky Ecuadorian Habano leaf with touches of Yamasá tobacco, delivering the refined balance of sweetness and spice synonymous with the Kelner family’s Dominican craftsmanship.

    “Creating this cigar for my father was deeply personal,” said Klaas Kelner. “Every aspect of the Kelner LE 80 reflects his commitment to excellence and his influence on generations of cigar makers.”

    Hendrik Kelner added, “This cigar represents not just my legacy, but our family’s ongoing commitment to the art of fine tobacco. It captures everything I’ve loved about cigars—complexity, balance, and the unmistakable Dominican character we’ve spent decades perfecting.”

    Each Kelner LE 80 will be presented in custom-designed boxes of 10 cigars, complete with Boveda humidification, combining elegant presentation with thoughtful preservation. Production is limited to 2,000 boxes (20,000 cigars), with 1,500 boxes allocated to the U.S. market.

    The Kelner LE 80 will retail at $57 per cigar / $570 per box and will arrive at select premier tobacconists worldwide beginning in late November to early December 2025.

  • Davidoff Announces Year of the Horse Limited Edition 2026

    Davidoff Cigars is celebrating the Chinese Year of the Horse (2026) with a new Limited Edition collection that features rare cigar formats, vintage tobaccos, and exclusive gifts for collectors.

    Cigar Offerings

    The collection is inspired by the grace and independence of the Horse sign. All Year of the Horse cigars in this collection are made with a special blend composed exclusively of proprietary hybrid tobaccos, including three Dominican vintage tobaccos in the filler.

    • Limited Edition 2026 Toro Especial
      • This is a new format, 55 x 6 1/4 never crafted by Davidoff before, rolled by Master Rollers with over 15 years of experience,
      • It is a medium-intense cigar (3 out of 5) with notes of cream, chocolate, and roasted hazelnuts, offering a smoking time of 70 to 90 minutes.
      • The proprietary hybrid seeds used in the blend have a combined age of 43 years.
    • Flagship Exclusive Torpedo
      • This cigar uses the same blend as the Limited Edition toro especial but in a patented torpedo shape never used for a limited edition before.
      • It is exclusively available to Davidoff of Geneva since 1911 flagship store customers.
      • Only 600 boxes of 24 cigars are available worldwide.
      • Dimensions are 52 x 6 and the intensity is 3 out of 5.
    • Gran Toro
      • This format 56 x 6 is available solely with the limited Masterpiece Humidor.
      • The humidor is accompanied by 88 gran toro cigars, with the number 8 symbolizing good fortune and wealth in Chinese culture.
      • The intensity is 3 out of 5.

    Accessories and Design

    • Cigar Boxes: The boxes for the Limited Edition (10 cigars) and Flagship Exclusive (24 cigars) are made of dark-toned, natural wood with the auspicious red color of the Lunar New Year. Inside, they feature a stitched green frame (like a saddle pad) and a removable strap (like reins).
    • Accessories Gift Set: This set includes a white golden porcelain ashtray for two cigars, a red-and-green cigar leather case, and a golden double blade cutter (RG 60) designed to cut the big ring gauge of the toro especial. Only 328 pieces of the accessories are available as part of the Gift Set.
    • Masterpiece Humidor: This is the most valuable piece of the collection.
      • The lid features a rearing horse, hand-painted by Chinese artist Chengyu Wang and brought to life using intricate straw marquetry by French artist Agnès Paul-Depasse.
      • Only 20 pieces are available due to the labor-intensive process, which requires a full week of work per humidor.
      • Each humidor can be customized with a personalization plate.
    • Collector’s Coin: A numbered collector’s coin accompanies the Limited Edition box, the Flagship Exclusive, and the Accessories Gift Set.

    Launch Details

    • The Davidoff Year of the Horse Limited Edition cigars and accessories will be available starting November 20, 2025, at select Davidoff appointed merchants and flagship stores worldwide.
    • Launch dates and availability may vary by country.

  • Plasencia Cigars Announces El Año del Caballo

    EL AÑO DEL CABALLO – THE YEAR OF THE HORSE EDITION.

    Drawing on 160 years of family tobacco legacy, this limited release
    honors the symbolic elegance of the horse while redefining
    the art of premium cigar construction.

    The centerpiece of the Parejo Gordo (7x 58) vitola is its signature
    horse-braid cap, a rare artisanal flourish executed by a trio of expert
    craftsmen: a master buncher, braider, and roller.

    The process requires twice the time of a standard cigar and precision humidity control to maintain the cap’s structural integrity. Each braid is sealed with a dual pañuelo wrap, preserving the integrity of this heirloom-quality finish.

    The tasting journey evokes the horse’s dynamic spirit – beginning with a graceful touch of creamy cacao and soft florals, evolving into toasted woods and subtle spice, and finishing with a long resonance of roasted nuts and sun-dried raisins. Each draw embodies the balance of power and elegance that defines the Plasencia legacy.

  • Davidoff Announces the Grande Humidor

    Davidoff Cigars proudly unveils its latest innovation: the Grande Humidor. Handcrafted in Italy from Gaboon ebony and okoumé wood and distinguished by its generous proportions, this refined humidor offers a secure and spacious home for up to 140 cigars. Aficionados may choose between a matte or glossy finish, each highlighting the natural beauty of the wood’s striking grain.

    Davidoff Cigars, whose visionary founder Zino Davidoff created the very first humidor, has remained at the forefront of humidor craftsmanship ever since. In recent years, the brand has introduced a number of groundbreaking designs made from stone and glass, alongside unique Masterpiece Humidors in collaboration with renowned artists, modernised travel humidors and a refreshed collection of traditional models.

    2025 marks the debut of a humidor designed to please those in possession of a large cigar collection. “I am delighted to present our new Grande Humidor to our aficionados,” says Edward Simon, CSMO at Oettinger Davidoff. “With its captivating ebony grain exterior – a prized material known for its rich, deep tones and refined elegance – this humidor is a tribute to Italian craftsmanship. It offers connoisseurs not only ample space for their cigars, but also an exceptional value rarely seen at this level of quality and size.”

    A handcrafted work of art

    The Grande Humidor is a striking synthesis of natural elegance and artisanal precision – its name a nod to both its impressive capacity and the grandeur of its craftsmanship. The exterior, made from durable Gaboon ebony, boasts a rich sheen and a distinctive black-and-brown grain that varies with each piece – ensuring every humidor is truly one of a kind. Prized for its rarity and deep colouration, ebony has long symbolised luxury and exclusivity, making it a fitting material for such an exquisite creation. The interior, crafted from odourless okoumé wood, in combination with two Davidoff De Luxe regulators, preserves up to 140 cigars in optimal condition. A removable tray with wooden dividers allows for effortless organisation.

    Each unit showcases a mesmerising mirrored grain pattern, achieved through meticulous craftsmanship involving the stitching of hand-selected wood veneers. To further enhance the visual impact, every humidor is varnished and sanded five times before receiving its final matte or glossy finish. Despite its generous size, the humidor remains an elegant and understated presence in any interior that fills any spectator’s time beautifully.

    Dimensions: 480 × 280 × 200 mm | 18.9 × 11.02 × 7.87 in

    Launch & availability

    The new Davidoff Grande Humidor will be available as of 23 October 2025 at select Davidoff appointed merchants and flagship stores around the world.

  • 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.