Brand Of The Week

Black Label Trading Company

Bold, Edgy, and Unapologetically Unique

Black Label Trading Company (BLTC) has carved out a reputation as one of the most daring boutique cigar brands in the industry. Founded by James Brown, BLTC embraces a philosophy of "less is more," focusing on small-batch, handcrafted cigars that prioritize quality over quantity. Every cigar is produced at BLTC’s Fábrica Oveja Negra factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, where expert craftsmanship and unique blending create smokes with rich complexity and bold flavors.

A Brand for the Rebels

BLTC isn't just about cigars; it's about attitude. With dark, intricate branding and blends designed for those who crave intensity, BLTC caters to smokers who appreciate rich, full-bodied profiles with deep, layered complexity. Each cigar is crafted with a rebellious spirit—meant to stand out in both appearance and taste.

Blends Worth Trying

🔥 Last Rites – A bold, full-bodied powerhouse with dark chocolate, espresso, and earthy spice.
🔥 Royalty – A medium-bodied blend offering notes of black pepper, leather, and cocoa.
🔥 Benediction – A balanced smoke with cedar, cream, and a hint of natural sweetness.

Find Black Label Trading Company Cigars at a shop near you and discover a brand that doesn’t follow the rules—it makes them.

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🌐 Official Website

• Last Rites

• Royalty

• Benediction

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The Cigar That Helped Win the Space Race

Did cigars play a role in getting a man on the moon? Believe it or not—yes!

In the early days of the U.S. space program, NASA engineers faced an overwhelming challenge: How to beat the Soviet Union in the Space Race. With constant pressure and grueling hours, the team at Mission Control in Houston needed a way to stay sharp under stress.

Enter Christopher Kraft, NASA’s first flight director and the mastermind behind modern mission control. Kraft had a simple philosophy: "Stay calm, stay focused, and keep a cigar handy." He believed that puffing on a cigar helped ease tensions and kept him and his team composed during high-stakes moments.

During the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969, as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin prepared for their historic descent, the stress levels in Mission Control were off the charts. The room was dead silent—except for the occasional flick of a lighter and the steady glow of cigars. When the famous words "The Eagle has landed" came through, Kraft and his team celebrated with—you guessed it—a victory cigar.

The tradition of smoking cigars after major spaceflight achievements continued for years, becoming a quiet, unsung ritual among NASA’s top minds.

So, next time you light up, just remember—you might not be landing on the moon, but you’re carrying on a tradition that helped make history.

🔥 What’s the biggest achievement you’ve ever celebrated with a cigar? Let me know!

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The Menace by Black Crown is a medium to full-bodied cigar crafted in Nicaragua. It features a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, Dominican binder, and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan long-fillers. Smokers can expect notes of leather, molasses, and pepper, complemented by a creamy smoke and subtle sweetness from the wrapper. The construction is noted for its quality, providing a consistent draw and even burn.

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