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The limited edition celebrating the brand’s 185th anniversary is available in French cigar shops. A few months after its global launch in Cyprus, the Punch Princesas Limited Edition 2025 is now available in France. Presented in boxes of 20, this grand robusto (135 mm x 50) celebrates the brand’s 185th anniversary. This new size for the brand is known in

The Constitutional Court has ruled that the registration fees imposed on cigar importers and manufacturers are disproportionate. On May 8, 2026, the Constitutional Court of Estonia upheld the unconstitutionality of the regulatory fees levied on cigar manufacturers and importers—a decision that, had it not been issued, could have eliminated hundreds of cigar brands from the Estonian market. Under the EU-CEG

Son of the legendary Angel Oliva Sr., he had been vice-president of the Oliva Tobacco Company, one of the largest suppliers of premium tobacco leaves. The world of premium tobacco has lost a figure as respected as he was discreet. Angel Oliva Jr. passed away on April 30, 2026, at the age of 91, according to multiple sources. Born on

Given the introduction of plain packaging in a few weeks, the Bolivar Generales is probably the last regional edition in Belgium for a long time.   Released just a few days ago, the Bolivar Generales RE Belgium-Luxembourg 2025 is likely the last regional edition in Belgium for a long time. The country will impose plain packaging on handmade cigars starting

As with the first edition, 500 numbered boxes are reserved exclusively for Zino stores in Abidjan.   Following the Horacio Marfiloso exclusive to Cote d’Ivoire and launched in 2022, Zino Cigares, which has seven boutiques and a smoking lounge in Abidjan, announces the release of the Marfiloso II. The Horacio Marfiloso II retains the same vitola (133 mm x 66),

Tabacalera SLU has obtained temporary licenses from the American and British authorities, giving it additional time to remove Chen Zhi from its shareholding.   Tabacalera SLU has obtained temporary licenses to market its products in the United States and the United Kingdom, according to the Spanish website El Confidencial. The Madrid-based company, a co-shareholder of Habanos S.A., has also emerged

Made in Honduras, Oscar Valladares cigars are distributed in French cigar shops by Volutes & Vitoles.   Oscar Valladares cigars have arrived in France, distributed by Volutes & Vitoles. Four lines are now available in French tobacconists: the Leaf by Oscar Toro (152 mm x 52 mm) in Connecticut, Maduro, Sumatra, and Corojo. Retail price: €22 each. These cigars, presented

The final installment of a trilogy that revived this Cuban label exclusively for the Italian market, this regional edition commemorates the 25th anniversary of the local distributor.   Unveiled last week to mark the 20th anniversary of La Casa del Habano Milano, La Escepción Selectos Reales RE Italy 2025 celebrates 25 years of Diadema S.p.A., the Habanos exclusive distributor in

With the energy crisis unresolved and direct flights to Cuba becoming increasingly rare, the group has decided to relocate this week of meetings reserved for distributors to Spain.   Usually held in Havana, Habanos S.A.’s “marketing workshops” will take place this year in Spain during the week of June 29, according to several distributors. These meetings traditionally bring together Habanos

EXCLUSIVE INVESTIGATION — A French company bearing an NBA star’s initials has been running an illegal Cuban cigar distribution network, complete with fake credentials, a 22-page catalogue, and a shell structure designed to stay under the radar.    KS Export. K for Kevin, S for Séraphin. Behind these two initials lies a company registered in the Paris area, officially specializing

The Paris Court of Appeal has fined Netflix 250,000 euros for using archive footage of Formula 1 racing in its documentary about Michael Schumacher.   The Paris Court of Appeal has fined Netflix €250,000 for what it considers illegal tobacco advertising. The streaming giant was found guilty of posting the trailer for a documentary about Formula 1 driver Michael Schumacher

Sponsored by a Green Party MP, the bill is currently circulating in the halls of the French National Assembly. It could be debated as early as next month.   A draft bill aims to extend plain packaging to all tobacco and vaping products – including cigars. The text, drafted by Green Party MP Nicolas Thierry, is currently circulating in the

Now distributed by Volutes & Vitoles, J.C. Newman cigars are making their return to the French market.   Since April 1st, around fifteen J.C. Newman products have been available in France. Distribution is now handled by Volutes & Vitoles. “My family has had a love for France for more than 60 years,” said four-generation owner Drew Newman to L’Amateur. “In

Cuban rum partners with Dominique London to offer Eminente Colección Privada. Two vintages available exclusively at Dominique London shops.   Eminente Colección Privada Dominique London Edition is an exclusive collection featuring two exceptional rums: a 12-year-old and a 25-year-old. The 12-year-old is described by the producer as follows: “Both rich and exquisitely smooth, paying homage to the art of blending

Taking its title from a Latin music standard, this sixth regional edition Mexico will be available for purchase from April 25th.   Juan López Bésame Mucho, the sixth regional edition reserved for Mexico, will be presented to the public on April 24th and available the following day in tobacconists across the country, announces IEPT, the Habanos exclusive distributor in Mexico. This

The marketing of the very first Monaco regional edition began a few weeks ago.   The Ramon Allones Casino RE Monaco 2025 has been available in tobacconists across the principality for a few weeks, Philippe Gatti, director of the Monaco Tobacco and Match Authority, confirmed to L’Amateur. It is a grand robusto cigar, 130 mm long with a ring gauge

In a country where the cigar market is booming, the Swiss brand presented its first exclusive edition. “Visiting Ho Chi Minh City today, I was struck by its incredible dynamism. I thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Avanti Group boutiques, where everything is driven by passion, dedication, rigor and perfection. Since the start of our partnership in 2021, our sales have increased

Dominique Gyselinck considers this LCDH located in London’s West End to be his “most beautiful boutique”. It opened on March 25th. On the ground floor, the accessories corner and the large walk-in humidor (© Dominique London)   No fewer than four opening parties have taken place since the official opening of La Casa del Habano (LCDH) Pall Mall on March