This Week’s Must-Know Cigar News & Deals

Author

Andres Sanchez
March 05, 2025

New Releases, Expanding Markets & A Cuban Cigar Loophole

Big moves are happening in the cigar world! J.C. Newman and Broncano Cigar Co. are rolling out fresh releases, while Davidoff’s Exclusive Edition 2025 is set to captivate the Chinese market.

The industry is buzzing—Cuba’s cigar fair is turning humidors into high-end collectibles, and the Cigar Smoking World Championship is expanding into Borneo. Meanwhile, emerging markets are fueling global cigar growth at an unprecedented rate.

This week, we’re spotlighting Warped Cigars, a boutique brand known for blending old-school Cuban traditions with modern innovation. Plus, did you know the U.S. once had 100% Cuban cigars that weren’t technically Cuban? We’re diving into the story of Clear Havanas and how they fooled even seasoned smokers.

And of course, we’ve lined up steep discounts on premium cigars to keep your humidor stocked for less.

🔥 Let’s get into it! 🔥

Who Is Excited For This Months New Giveaway

Hint: Its A Box Of Cigars

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

Brand Of The Week

Warped Cigars

Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Warped Cigars is a boutique brand that has taken the cigar industry by storm. Founded by Kyle Gellis, Warped is dedicated to reviving classic Cuban techniques while pushing the boundaries of modern cigar blending. Known for their meticulous craftsmanship and small-batch production, Warped cigars are expertly made at some of the most respected factories in Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic, delivering balanced, flavorful, and unforgettable smokes.

A Blend of Old-School and New-School

Warped Cigars embodies a fusion of tradition and innovation. Gellis draws inspiration from the golden age of Cuban cigars, incorporating old-school rolling methods and unique tobaccos sourced from premier growers, including Aganorsa Leaf. The result? Cigars that capture the complexity and refinement of Cuban heritage while offering a fresh, modern smoking experience.

Blends Worth Trying

🔥 La Hacienda – A medium-bodied Nicaraguan puro with notes of citrus, cedar, and light spice.
🔥 Flor del Valle – A rich, Cuban-inspired blend with deep earth, cocoa, and floral undertones.
🔥 Cloud Hopper – A smooth, creamy smoke with hints of caramel, nuts, and white pepper.

Find Warped Cigars at a shop near you and experience their bold approach to boutique cigars!

Discover More:

🌐 Official Website: https://warpedcigars.com/

Weekly Interesting Cigar Facts

The Cuban Cigar That Wasn’t Actually Cuban

Ever heard of "Clear Havanas"? They were once some of the most popular cigars in the U.S., but there was a catch—they weren’t actually from Cuba!

Back in the early 1900s, Cuban cigars were considered the gold standard, but strict import laws and high tariffs made them expensive. To get around this, American cigar makers started importing Cuban tobacco leaves and rolling the cigars in the U.S. These cigars, known as Clear Havanas, were made with 100% Cuban tobacco—but because they weren’t rolled in Cuba, they weren’t legally Cuban cigars.

Despite this loophole, Clear Havanas became wildly popular, even being favored by U.S. Presidents like Dwight D. Eisenhower. Some were so well-made that even seasoned smokers had trouble telling them apart from Cuban-made cigars.

But after the 1962 Cuban embargo, Clear Havanas disappeared, since Cuban tobacco could no longer be legally imported into the U.S. Today, they’re just a piece of cigar history—but they serve as a reminder that sometimes, a clever workaround can turn into a legendary product.

🔥 If you could smoke one pre-embargo Cuban, which brand would it be? Let’s hear your picks!

Weekly Cigar Deals

Steals Of The Week

Handcrafted at the Oliva factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, Nub cigars deliver rich flavor in short, thick smokes. The ‘Stub Club’ Monster Deal packs 20 of Nub’s best 4 x 60 blends—Connecticut, Maduro, Habano, Cameroon, and Corojo—at a fraction of the price. Enjoy notes of cashews, coffee, black pepper, and cedar in a smooth, medium-bodied burn. Stock up your humidor today!

The Oliva Master Blends 3 Robusto is a 5 x 50 premium cigar crafted in Nicaragua. It features a rich Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper encasing Nicaraguan Habano-seed ligero fillers. This blend delivers a full-bodied smoking experience with complex flavors of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and earthy spices. The cigar is well-constructed, offering a smooth draw and an even burn throughout. It's a limited edition release, making it a sought-after choice for discerning aficionados.

The Mark Twain Memoir No. 2 Gordo Maduro is a 6" x 60 cigar featuring a dark Pennsylvania Broadleaf maduro wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and long-fillers. This medium to full-bodied smoke offers flavors of black pepper, espresso, coffee bean, cream, cedar, hay, and cocoa. It's well-constructed, providing a smooth draw and even burn throughout the experience.

Did You Enjoy This Week’s Newsletter?

Did You Enjoy This Week's Newsletter!?📊

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.