Tobacco News

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iROBUSTO's "Meet in the Middle" Cigar Show Meets Gary Korb of CigarAdvisor.com

The show is comprised of three presenters, Leander, Hyacinth and Mark. Each week they review one cigar in an episode with three fifteen minute segments. iROBUSTO will host a special episode with Gary Korb, Executive Editor of CigarAdvisor.com on July 19. - July 10, 2015 - iROBUSTO.com

Shon Brooks Television and Star Cigar Brand Reaches 4 Billion Views - Unplugged

Shon Brooks Television and Star Cigar Brand Reaches 4 Billion Views - Unplugged

Shon Brooks wins award and adds to the historic legacy of the 5 Star Diamond Sandals Resort which was the hideaway for Ian Fleming. - June 29, 2015 - S.O.B cigars

iROBUSTO Adds Cigar Manufacturer as Lead Sponsor

iROBUSTO.com a new online interactive cigar site adds Global Premium Cigars to the "Meet in the Middle" cigar show and website. - April 22, 2015 - iROBUSTO.com

Two Guys Smoke Shop Exclusive LFD Firecracker

Two Guys Smoke Shop announces limited edition Firecracker from La Flor Dominicana due to arrive in April. - March 26, 2015 - United Cigar Group

Cigar Time TV is Smoking Hot

Cigar Time TV is Smoking Hot

“It’s always time for a fine cigar.” That’s the slogan and the philosophy of cigarTIME TV, the first and only broadcast television show dedicated entirely to cigars. The show is available in 2.7 million homes in the Philadelphia market, and millions more on the internet. - March 12, 2015 - Cigar, Cigars

ERBB Now Included in the MJIC Marijuana Stock Index; The Leading Cannabis Related Index Will Continually Provide Market Information and Analysis for American Green

ERBB Now Included in the MJIC Marijuana Stock Index; The Leading Cannabis Related Index Will Continually Provide Market Information and Analysis for American Green

American Green, Inc. (OTC MKTS: ERBB) announced today that it has been selected by The Marijuana Index (www.marijuanaindex.com) for inclusion in its MJIC U.S. Non-Reporting Company Index. The Marijuana Index is the leading equity tracking index featuring public companies involved in the cannabis... - March 10, 2015 - American Green

Lighter Alarm - Track Your Lighter via Your Smartphone

Lighter Alarm is a slim Bluetooth LE enabled, rigid PVC sleeve, into which the lighter slides securely. It syncs with the user’s smartphone and allows the lighter to be tracked via the accompanying app. Users always know where their lighter is at all times. - March 05, 2015 - Lighter Alarm

Everbrite, LLC  Names Don Marshall as Director of Indoor Product Sales

Everbrite, LLC Names Don Marshall as Director of Indoor Product Sales

Everbrite, LLC, a longtime industry leader in the manufacturing of custom branded Point of Sale (POS) signs and displays, is proud to announce Don Marshall as Director of Indoor Product Sales. “I am very pleased to announce that Don Marshall has accepted the newly formed position of Director... - January 27, 2015 - Everbrite LLC

Shon Brooks "Star Cigar" and Greatest Hits Board NASA Rocket

Shon Brooks "Star Cigar" and Greatest Hits Board NASA Rocket

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is sending the Brooks Entertainment Inc. brands on Orion’s first rocket launch to planet Mars. The Brooks Financial/Entertainment/Technology Corporation is set to arrive first to planet Mars in weightless space with NASA. While S.O.B cigars have been shipped and ready for launch in a "Trial By Fire" at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas (USA) and the Westin Hotels and Resorts in Puntacana (DR). - December 01, 2014 - S.O.B cigars

Florida Tobacco Shop Adds Swisher Sweets Cigars Products to Expand Customer Choices

Florida Tobacco Shop Adds Swisher Sweets Cigars Products to Expand Customer Choices

Florida Tobacco Shop, one of the three top online outlets for machine-made cigars, is pleased to announce the addition of Swisher Sweets Cigars to its inventory of exceptional tobacco products. Established in 2014 to provide an extraordinary customer experience for the increasing number of discriminating yet adventurous cigar smokers, Florida Tobacco Shop's online operation has exceeded all expectations and business goals by capturing a major share of the online cigar industry. - November 06, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Innovation Direct™ Leading Marketing Initiative for Patent Pending Vanity Smoking Kit Invention

A simple yet innovative new product targeted at smokers everywhere, the Vanity Smoking Kit, has been developed by Joseph Domon of Richmond, California. The invention's unique design provides smokers with an extremely convenient and secure method of storing all of their smoking-related... - October 31, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Innovation Direct™ to Represent E-Z Start Hooka Vac to Potential Licensees In Industry

An innovative new product that brings convenient functionality to a widely used smoking alternative, the E-Z Start Hooka Vac, has been developed by Jimmy Coney of Atlanta, Georgia. The invention's unique design allows its users to initiate a hookah session without excessive strain on their... - October 02, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Patented Five Star Perforator Invention to Potential Licensees

An innovative and functional new product targeted at all who enjoy cigars, the Five Star Perforator, has been developed by John Laone of Thomaston, Connecticut. The invention's unique design provides its users with a convenient accessory that successfully avoids the flaws of other similar products... - September 17, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Quitgate.com, a Leading Quit Smoking Aid Retailer, Praises the New CVS/Pharmacy on Its Major Health Focused Move

After announcing in February, 2014, its decision to stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products by October 1, CVS has not only fulfilled its promise but has done so one month ahead of time and moved a step further to change its name to CVS Health better reflecting its purpose of optimizing health outcomes. - September 05, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC

Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for UP in Smoke Ashtray Invention

An innovative new product designed as an eye-catching yet functional novelty item, the UP in Smoke Ashtray, has been developed by John Gangel of Ravenna, Ohio. The invention's unique design provides its users with a fully usable ash tray that will also draw some laughs. The UP in Smoke Ashtray... - August 31, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

FloridaTobaccoShop.com Adds Clipper Filtered Cigars and Cigarillos to Brand Portfolio

FloridaTobaccoShop.com Adds Clipper Filtered Cigars and Cigarillos to Brand Portfolio

FloridaTobaccoShop.com announced today that the company has recently added the Clipper brand to their extensive portfolio of cigar and cigarillo products. Florida Tobacco Shop already had many years of experience in the tobacco industry when the company established its online store in 2014. That site, FloridaTobaccoShop.com, is now one of the top three sites for machine-made cigars online. - August 22, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

New Addition of Cheyenne Filtered Cigars to Florida Tobacco Shop’s Brand Portfolio

New Addition of Cheyenne Filtered Cigars to Florida Tobacco Shop’s Brand Portfolio

Florida Tobacco Shop, a well known online retail store for tobacco products and related accessories, announces the addition of Cheyenne Filtered Cigars to their existing collection. A variety of other products are also offered by this company. - August 20, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Captain Black Little Cigars Joining Florida Tobacco Shop Club

Captain Black Little Cigars Joining Florida Tobacco Shop Club

Newly established online tobacco retailer Florida Tobacco Shop is proud to announce the addition of Captain Black Little Cigars to the already diverse line-up of brand name products. - August 19, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Florida Tobacco Shop is Proud to Announce the Addition of Black & Mild Pipe Tobacco Cigars to Its Catalog

Florida Tobacco Shop is Proud to Announce the Addition of Black & Mild Pipe Tobacco Cigars to Its Catalog

Top-selling tobacco brand, Black & Mild is now part of the extensive selection of cigars available at FloridaTobaccoShop.com. Company officials of the online store announced that adding Black & Mild to their portfolio of machine-made cigars is part of an overall mission to provide customers with the best shopping experience at competitive prices. - August 19, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

FloridaTobaccoShop.com Adds Blackstone Cigars to Its Inventory

FloridaTobaccoShop.com Adds Blackstone Cigars to Its Inventory

FloridaTobaccoShop.com recently announced that they will be adding Blackstone cigars to their line of products. Blackstone cigars are a product of Swisher Co., which is one of the most well-known makers of flavored cigars. "These cigars come in cherry or vanilla flavors," said a representative of FloridaTobaccoShop.com. "Customers enjoy not only the rich flavor but also the aroma they produce." - August 19, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Florida Tobacco Shop Announces the Addition of Backwoods Cigars

Florida Tobacco Shop Announces the Addition of Backwoods Cigars

Florida Tobacco Shop is pleased to announce that it now carries Backwoods Cigars, machine-made but natural-wrapped cigars that have a distinctive appearance, unique packaging and a variety of pack sizes including singles and two-, five- and eight-packs. Florida Tobacco Company, which began business in 2014, has quickly captured customer loyalty and a high share of the cigar industry's online business. - August 14, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Florida Tobacco Shop Announces Addition of Bella Filtered Cigars to Its Product Portfolio

Florida Tobacco Shop Announces Addition of Bella Filtered Cigars to Its Product Portfolio

Florida Tobacco Shop announced that Bella filtered cigars will be added to its product line. Bella cigars were released in 2010 and were marketed to give women a more sophisticated-looking tobacco product with a desirably smooth flavor. Bella makes these cigars in full flavor, light, ultra light,... - August 12, 2014 - FloridaTobaccoShop.com

Shon Brooks "Star Cigar" Sets Chart Records - Smoke Magazine

Shon Brooks "Star Cigar" Sets Chart Records - Smoke Magazine

Shon Brooks of Brooks Entertainment Inc. invents top rated S.O.B™Dominican cigar while in the mist of launching a new television channel with Cox Media. Shon Brooks, helped increase the highest NCAA Championship Nielsen Ratings after signing a ESPN Cox Media contract for March Madness. He is also one of the (IMDB) Internet Movie Database (SEO) search engine optimization traffic leaders and now becomes one of Smoke Magazine’s top 36 cigar manufacturers in the world! - July 16, 2014 - S.O.B cigars

The E Vape Company, a New E Cigarette Shop Opening in Spring Hill, FL

The E Vape Company, a New E Cigarette Shop Opening in Spring Hill, FL

The E Vape Company Inc. set to open their first public retail store in Spring Hill, FL offering electronic cigarette products, accessories and choice liquids that can be mixed to taste. Electronic cigarettes have been used successfully by many as an alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. Doors open on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at 10 am. - June 25, 2014 - The E Vape Company

Calif. Vapor Assoc. Wins a Sub-Category on Yelp

Yelp allows Vape Shops to Classify themselves Separate from Smoke Shops. - June 24, 2014 - California Vapor Association

REINADO® Grand Empire Reserve Continues to Expand with the Introduction of an Aged Ecuadorian Connecticut Wrapped Petit Lancero

REINADO® Grand Empire Reserve Continues to Expand with the Introduction of an Aged Ecuadorian Connecticut Wrapped Petit Lancero

New Ecuador Edition Petit Lancero provides a distinctive, complex flavor profile. - June 04, 2014 - REINADO Cigars

Prof. Banzhaf Concerned FDA Considering Exempting "Fat Cat Smokes" // Loophole for Premium Cigars Could Explode, But Help Senators, He Says

Although news.google indicates that most attention to the proposed tobacco regulations the FDA just announced focused on its limited regulation of e-cigarettes, a largely overlooked sleeper issue is the health agency's apparent willingness, as set forth in its notice, to exempt from all regulation the tobacco product apparently most used by and closely associated with so-called "Fat Cat Smokers," says public interest law professor John Banzhaf. - April 28, 2014 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf

Prof. Banzhaf Claims FDA’s E-Cigarette Rules Have Major Omissions; “Candy Cigarettes on Steroids” May Continue to Endanger Health, He Claims

Although the Food and Drug Administration [FDA] has itself reported that e-cigarettes pose “acute health risks” which “cannot seriously be questioned” because they contain “toxic chemicals,” and that the devices also “present a serious risk of addicting new users, including children,” the rules they have proposed to regulate them have major omissions, says public interest law professor John Banzhaf. - April 26, 2014 - Public Interest Law Professor John Banzhaf

A New Style of Vapor Shop is Opening in Franklin, TN. Vapor Cafe Opens May 3rd.

A New Style of Vapor Shop is Opening in Franklin, TN. Vapor Cafe Opens May 3rd.

Vapor Cafe will open on Saturday, May 3rd. Vapor Cafe offers the largest vapor lounge in Middle TN, where they encourage their customers to try all of Vapor Cafe's delicious premium e juice flavors at the tasting bar in the Badger Hole. - April 25, 2014 - Vapor Cafe

Reaction to FDA Proposed E-cigarette Regulation by Matrix Distributors Inc

Reaction to FDA Proposed E-cigarette Regulation by Matrix Distributors Inc

An electronic cigarette distributors response to the FDA's proposed regulation to the e-cigarette industry including labeling and age restrictions. - April 25, 2014 - Matrix Distributors Inc.

Expanding Empire: Alliance Cigar to Distribute Highly Rated REINADO® "Grand Empire Reserve" Cigar Line

Expanding Empire: Alliance Cigar to Distribute Highly Rated REINADO® "Grand Empire Reserve" Cigar Line

The partnership provides tobacconists and cigar smokers greater access to REINADO's world-class "Grand Empire Reserve" Nicaraguan puro cigars. - April 16, 2014 - REINADO Cigars

Innovation Direct™ Designated to Represent Cig Adapter Invention to Potential Licensees

An innovative new product designed to serve as a handy and desired accessory to smokers attempting to eliminate their use of traditional cigarettes, the Cig Adapter, has been developed by Steve Young of Beaverton, Oregon. The invention’s unique design allows it to effectively address a common... - March 08, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Innovation Direct™ Designated to Represent Cigarillo Perforator Splitter Invention Over Next 2 Years

An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem related to the splitting of cigars, the Cigarillo Perforator Splitter, has been developed by Mario De Guzman of Fairfield, California. The invention’s unique design enables its users to efficiently perforate cigars... - March 06, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Ignite Elite Featured Product in Hot Breath Magazine

The flameless, USB rechargeable lighter appeared in the November/December issue of Hot Breath Magazine as a featured product. - March 01, 2014 - Redhot International

NuvoCig Releases an Innovative Electronic Cigar, Broadening Its Family of Vaping Products

NuvoCig Releases an Innovative Electronic Cigar, Broadening Its Family of Vaping Products

NuvoCig is pleased to announce the release of its new slim e-cigar. The NuvoCig e-cigar is a smoke-free product that simulates the cigar smoking experience, without the lingering smell and other negative side effects of tobacco cigars. The introduction of the e-cigar into the NuvoCig product line represents the company’s ongoing product development and its stake in the rapidly growing and diversifying electronic cigarette industry. - February 28, 2014 - NuvoCig

Ignite Lighters Showcases New Child Safety Lock Available on the Elite Model

redhot international™ announces the new safety lock now available from Ignite Lighters. Premiered on the Ignite Elite model, the simple switch, when closed, prevents the lighter from creating a heat source. For some consumers this is an important feature and Ignite Lighters is happy to offer... - February 23, 2014 - Redhot International

Brooks Entertainment -Star Cigar- Builds Billion Dollar Intellectual Property

Brooks Entertainment -Star Cigar- Builds Billion Dollar Intellectual Property

Billion Dollar "Stick" for the S.O.B™ Cigar and Republic Technologies LLC. - February 17, 2014 - S.O.B cigars

Greenbutts Biodegradable Cigarette Filters Receive Delegate Support in Maryland

Greenbutts Biodegradable Cigarette Filters Receive Delegate Support in Maryland

Legislation proposed in Maryland would mandate the sale of cigarettes to only those with biodegradable filters. - February 06, 2014 - Greenbutts LLC

Cannapages Publishes World's First Phone Book of Legal & Regulated Cannabis Shops in Colorado

Cannapages Publishes World's First Phone Book of Legal & Regulated Cannabis Shops in Colorado

Cannapages, Colorado's oldest cannabis directory, has released the definitive phone book for the new recreational market, with a list of all current and future stores for 21+ clientele. A recognized staple in the local community, this is the first independent publication for the Denver-based company after years of monthly sections in multiple magazines. The directory also features contributors Ry Prichard, formerly of Kind Reviews, and Herbal Synergy Labs (annual High Times Cannabis Cup). - January 21, 2014 - Cannapages.com

Wood Creek Vapory Opening in Converse

Wood Creek Vapory Opening in Converse

On January 15th Wood Creek Vapory will be opening its doors in Converse, at 8021 FM 78. Providing what the owners describe as ‘a smooth vaping experience’ and a place where ‘eCigs are made easy’ it comes into being thanks to the desire to quit smoking combined with the need... - January 11, 2014 - Wood Creek Vapory

redhot international(TM) Sets Focus on Ignite Lighters, Rolly Brush and Mr. White for 2014

With soaring sales at the close of 2013, the redhot international™ board of directors has chosen to focus on their three star products for 2014. Leading the charge into the new year for redhot are key players Ignite Lighters, the flameless, rechargeable USB lighter; Rolly Brush, the... - January 08, 2014 - Redhot International

The Perfect Holiday Gift: NuvoCig Electronic Cigarette, a Breakthrough Alternative to Smoking

The Perfect Holiday Gift: NuvoCig Electronic Cigarette, a Breakthrough Alternative to Smoking

No flame. No smoke. The Nuvo electronic cigarette is a smoke-free product that delivers the pleasures of smoking, without the negative side effects of tobacco cigarettes. - December 13, 2013 - NuvoCig

New Aging Room Small Batch T59 Blend

New Aging Room Small Batch T59 Blend

Boutique Blends Cigars is announcing the selection of the new blend to be released as the new Aging Room Small Batch Quattro T59, chosen with input from retail consumers. - December 10, 2013 - Boutique Blends Cigars

Innovation Direct™ at Forefront of Marketing Blitz for Dale's E-Z Find Lighter Case Invention

An innovative and effective new product designed to address a common problem for those who carry lighters, the Dale’s E-Z Find Lighter Case, has been developed by Dale Beaulieu of Terryville, Connecticut. The invention’s unique design allows its users to insure that their lighters are... - December 05, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.

Study: How Much Money Can You Really Save by Switching to eCigs?

Study: How Much Money Can You Really Save by Switching to eCigs?

ZemoCigs.com, a Long Island based retailer has done extensive research on the real savings of making a switch from traditional cigarettes to Zemo’s electronic cigarettes. The results and savings are huge, and will save smokers a great deal of money. Instead of spending thousands of dollars... - November 26, 2013 - Zemo LLC

redhot international™ Becomes US Distributor for Ignite Lighters

This week, Ignite Lighters named redhot international™ the exclusive US distributor of their revolutionary new products. - November 24, 2013 - Redhot International

Villiger Cigars Proudly Announces: Fabian Barrantes as the New Director of Marketing

Villiger Cigars Proudly Announces: Fabian Barrantes as the New Director of Marketing

Villiger Cigars North America based in Charlotte N.C. is proud to welcome Fabian Barrantes as the new Director of Marketing effective Monday October 21st 2013. "I'm excited to be working with a creative genius like Fabian," said Roy MacLaren. His extensive knowledge and creativity will... - October 23, 2013 - Villiger Cigars

Tuscan Liquid - the Vaper's Dreams Are Coming True

Tuscan Liquid - the Vaper's Dreams Are Coming True

Tuscan Liquid, the new Romanian e-liquid manufacturer, made its impact on the market by releasing last month their first range of flavors for electronic cigarettes. The new range of flavors had been released on their new website and after many months of creating and testing the Tuscan Liquid Lab... - September 18, 2013 - Mirific Events SRL

ZemoCigs Announces New and Improved E-Cigarette Cartridge Design

ZemoCigs Announces New and Improved E-Cigarette Cartridge Design

Zemo LLC, a Long Island-based retailer doing business at ZemoCigs.com, has recently introduced a new and even better cartridge design for its e-cigarettes. The changes are designed to make the Zemo e-cigs much easier to set up and use, and to keep the cartridges fresher. “We designed our... - September 06, 2013 - Zemo LLC

New E-Cigarette Line Available from ZemoCigs.com

New E-Cigarette Line Available from ZemoCigs.com

Zemo LLC, a Long Island-based retailer doing business at ZemoCigs.com, announces an innovative new line of e-cigarettes that is affordable, easy to use and give a realistic smoking experience. Zemo’s Co-Founder, Alex Liang, says the inspiration for Zemo e-cigs came while looking into other... - August 21, 2013 - Zemo LLC

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