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Rocky Patel Releases the Year of the Horse Edition, Dedicated to the Chinese Lunar Calendar

Rocky Patel Year of the Horse

Rocky Patel Premium Cigars has released the latest edition in its annual series dedicated to the Chinese lunar calendar — Year of the Horse. The cigar, a Churchill (7 x 48) packaged in a distinctive black box, features a Mexican San Andrés wrapper over mixed Central American filler, priced at $35 each.

4,000 boxes have been allocated to the U.S. market, continuing Rocky Patel’s tradition of marking each year of the Chinese zodiac with a limited edition aimed at collectors — a series that has, over the years, become one of the brand’s most anticipated annual releases.

The Year of the Horse series adds to an already extensive Rocky Patel portfolio that includes established lines like Vintage, White Label and Sun Grown, with the brand remaining one of the most prolific names in premium cigars over the past two decades.

The Rocky Patel Year of the Horse edition is already available at Mister Tabaco.

Source: Cigar Aficionado

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Montecristo Launches Edición Doble Diamante Red, the Second Release in the 1935 Anniversary Series

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Montecristo, through manufacturer Altadis U.S.A., has announced the Edición Doble Diamante Red — the second release in the 1935 Anniversary series, inspired by the rarity of a red diamond. The cigar uses rare tobaccos from master blender AJ Fernandez’s personal reserve: a small-batch Nicaraguan wrapper, an extra-fermented binder, and Nicaraguan filler, all grown at the Finca la Lilia and San Lotano farms in the Estelí Valley.

Offered in a single Toro format (6½ x 54), the cigar is packaged in a cedar humidor with a glossy finish and metal accents, priced at $150 each. The edition was developed in collaboration with Rafael Nodal, continuing the premium blending tradition of the Montecristo anniversary series.

Limited editions like this, built on rare tobaccos and collector’s packaging, remain an important pillar for historic cigar brands seeking to stay relevant with collectors through annual releases of this kind.

Those looking to explore the Montecristo range can find Montecristo cigars at Mister Tabaco.

Source: Cigar Journal

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H. Upmann Expands the Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Line with the New Sunrise Toro

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H. Upmann has released a new Toro vitola (6 x 54) in its Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez series, called Sunrise — the third collaboration between the Cuban-American house and master blender AJ Fernandez. The cigar features an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler, grown and fermented by Fernandez himself, resulting in a balanced, medium-bodied profile.

According to manufacturer Altadis U.S.A., Sunrise is “our take on a Connecticut done right” — crafted by master blenders Rafael Nodal and AJ Fernandez to round out the line with a milder option. The series comes in four sizes, from Robusto to a 6×60 Magnum, priced between $13 and $14.50 per cigar.

The release marks another step in H. Upmann’s expansion for the U.S. market, where the brand remains one of the most cherished historic Cuban names, now reissued through Nicaraguan production.

Fans of H. Upmann cigars in Moldova can find the brand’s Magnum 54 range at Mister Tabaco.

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Casa Carrillo Launches Ascend, the Fifth Line in the Pérez-Carrillo Series

The Pérez-Carrillo family, one of the most respected names in premium cigars, has announced the launch of Ascend, produced under the Casa Carrillo label. It is the fifth regular-production line in the company’s portfolio and has already begun shipping to retailers in the United States.

This summer has also brought other notable cigar releases: AVO unveiled the Expresivo Toro, its first blend produced entirely in Honduras, Aging Room expanded its Blue series with the Amber Maestro edition, and Tatuaje brought back the Black Label Torpedo, this time box-pressed and without its usual protective tube.

Traditional tobacco fermentation techniques were also in the spotlight at the 2026 Procigar Festival in the Dominican Republic, where regional master blenders showcased their newest leaf combinations.

Premium cigar enthusiasts in Moldova can explore a wide selection of international brands in Mister Tabaco’s dedicated cigar category.

Source: CigarsDirect

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Cavalier Genève Celebrates 10 Years With an Anniversary Edition

Boutique cigar brand Cavalier Genève has started shipping the special edition marking its 10th anniversary. It’s a symbolic moment for a maker that, in a single decade, has built a respected name in the artisanal cigar segment by betting on limited batches and carefully selected tobaccos.

The news arrived alongside the same wave of industry announcements that also included other significant anniversaries from well-known houses, a sign that 2026 is turning into a rich year for commemorative editions among cigar enthusiasts. Anniversary editions like this are typically produced in limited quantities and quickly become sought after by collectors, both for the quality of the tobacco and for the special packaging.

For anyone following releases from the artisanal cigar world, this is a brand worth watching. Explore the cigar range available at Mister Tabaco.

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La Aurora Launches the Santiago Collection in the US

Dominican cigar maker La Aurora, one of the oldest active brands in the Dominican Republic, has announced the US launch of its Santiago Collection. The new line rounds out the company’s portfolio with a profile designed specifically for North American smokers, at a time when competition in the premium cigar segment keeps intensifying.

The launch arrives amid a broader wave of industry news: several established brands have recently announced range extensions or anniversary editions, a sign that demand for quality cigars remains solid even in the current economic climate.

For cigar smokers, news like this confirms that the big Dominican houses keep investing in new blends, not just reissues. If you’d like to discover premium cigars, take a look at the cigar selection at Mister Tabaco.

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Villiger Launches the 1888 San Andrés, a Cigar With a Mexican Wrapper

Villiger Cigars has expanded its 1888 line with a new blend, San Andrés, which reached North American retailers in mid-June. The cigar pairs a Mexican San Andrés wrapper with an Ecuadorian habano binder and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos, and is rolled at the Villiger Cigars de Nicaragua factory in Estelí.

The maker describes the blend as medium-full, with notes of espresso and black pepper leading to an elegantly nutty finish. The new line comes in three sizes — Robusto (5×50), Toro (6×50) and Churchill (7×47) — priced between $12 and $13, joining the existing Villiger 1888 Dominican Republic and Nicaragua editions already on the market.

For premium cigar lovers, Mister Tabaco carries a varied in-store selection.

Source: Cigar Journal

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Aganorsa Leaf Launches Crispy Boy With Cigar Dojo

Aganorsa Leaf announced a new collaboration with US platform Cigar Dojo in July 2026: Crispy Boy, a cigar designed to deliver a refreshing smoking experience, tailored for the warmer months.

The blend pairs an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with all-Nicaraguan tobaccos, including a double Nicaraguan binder — a recipe in line with the brand’s known lines such as JFR, Leaf and Guardian of the Farm. The cigar is set to ship in August 2026.

Aganorsa Leaf remains one of the industry’s most active boutique brands, with frequent releases spanning both regular production and limited editions.

Browse the Aganorsa Leaf cigar selection available at Mister Tabaco.

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Casa Carrillo Launches Ascend, the New Cigar in the Perez-Carrillo Line

Dominican cigar maker Casa Carrillo has begun shipping its new Ascend cigar to retailers, the latest regular-production addition to the Perez-Carrillo line. The blend pairs an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with a Nicaraguan binder from the Estelí region and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos grown from Criollo 98 and Corojo 2012 seeds.

The release is built around the idea of a progressive climb, reflected in its three available sizes: Saddle (5 x 50, robusto), Ridge (6 x 52, toro) and Peak (6 1/4 x 58, gordo), priced between $12.75 and $14.95 per cigar. The cigars are rolled at the Casa Carrillo factory in Santiago, Dominican Republic, and come packaged in cream-colored boxes of 20. The launch, first shown to retailers at the PCA trade show earlier this year, was delayed several months due to a box-production issue.

Premium cigar fans can browse the selection available at Mister Tabaco in the Cigars category.

Source: halfwheel