Javier Estades, CEO of Tabacalera USA, has been re-elected chairman of the Cigar Association of America (CAA). Renowned for advancing public policies, Estades is celebrated for his leadership and significant contributions to the cigar industry.

La Gloria Cubana Society II represents a crowd-sourced innovation in the cigar industry, constructed from a blend of Honduran, Ecuadorian, Dominican, and Nicaraguan tobaccos, embodying customer preferences in its design, blend, and packaging.

Plasencia Cigars, a Nicaraguan brand, has expanded its esteemed Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro line with the Robustus II. This third size variation, notable for its 5 1/8-inches by 55-ring gauge dimensions, upholds the distinct, all-Nicaraguan tobacco profile in a new round roll, offering smokers diverse experiences within the respected line.

Cigar smoking, often compared to cigarette smoking, is not as hazardous as perceived. Differences in consumption patterns, inhalation methods, chemical exposure, and the FDA’s claim that daily smoking of up to three cigars causes a mere 1% increase in cancer risk, suggest its risks are overstated. Moderation, a key aspect, along with social and psychological…