UK Cigar News
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A new La Casa Del Habano opens in Sheffield at Mitchells Wines
A new chapter begins for cigar enthusiasts in South Yorkshire as Mitchells Wines proudly announces the opening of an official La Casa del Habano boutique in Sheffield. Located at 354A Meadowhead, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S8 7UJ, the store is now part of an exclusive global network of specialist Cuban cigar retailers. This new addition comes at a…
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Cigar Smoking World Championship UK Final & British Open 2025 – A report!
Over the weekend, Bosidales of Canary Wharf proudly hosted the UK Final & British Open for the 2025 Cigar Smoking World Championship. This event attracted cigar newbies, enthusiasts and aficionados from all corners of the country, eager to compete in one of the most unique and refined contests in the world: the art of slow…
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Plasencia: Alma del Cielo
Plasencia has recently introduced a new cigar, the Alma del Cielo, which has made its debut in the UK market over the past few weeks. This exciting release was first showcased at the US cigar trade show PCA 2025 in New Orleans in April… …and officially launched during the IGNITE UK trade show in May.…
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The Summertime Smoke: The UK’s first-ever cigar festival
You’ve heard of Glastonbury, Download, and Wireless, now get ready for something new: The Summertime Smoke – the UK’s very first cigar festival! It takes place on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025, from 12 PM to 7 PM. It will be hosted at the E.J. Churchill Shooting Grounds located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England. Conveniently located…
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Montecristo Open Slam – UK launch and sampling events
Following its announcement at the Habanos Festival XXIII in 2023—and as I mentioned last month on the blog—the Montecristo Open Slam has officially landed in the UK. It is now available at Havana Cigar Specialists and selected hospitality venues across the country. The latest addition to Montecristo’s Open Series According to a recent update by…
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Davidoff of London celebrates 45 years of cigars, family, and friendship
Today, May 29th, 2025, Davidoff of London — the iconic cigar shop in St James’s — celebrates its 45th anniversary, marking 45 years since it first opened its doors in May 1980. To celebrate, Edward Sahakian, who started the shop in 1980, and his son Eddie Sahakian, who runs it today, sat down together for…
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IGNITE 2025: Live Reporting
Live coverage from IGNITE 2025 — the UK’s premier trade show for independent tobacco retailers, running from the 16th to 18th May in Northamptonshire, UK. Discover more about the cigars debuting this weekend here. 16.00 And that’s a wrap! 🎉 What an incredible event — AITS did a fantastic job hosting. This was truly a…
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IGNITE 2025: From cigars to industry insights, the UK’s tobacco trade show kicks off this weekend
It’s that time of year again – IGNITE 2025, the UK’s leading trade show for independent tobacco retailers, returns this weekend for its 2025 edition from 16–18 May at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire (near Silverstone Circuit motor racing track). Launched in 2021 by the Association of Independent Tobacco Specialists (AITS), IGNITE quickly established itself as the…
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Montecristo Open Slam is on its way to the UK!
For those following the Habanos Festival, you may have heard about this cigar’s announcement in 2023. While it takes a bit of time for Cuban cigars to reach our shores after festival announcements, the Montecristo Open Slam is set to be released by Hunters & Frankau shortly in cigar shops up and down the country.…
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Cigar Smoking World Championship 2025: UK schedule revealed
The countdown is on for the Cigar Smoking World Championship (CSWC) 2025 — and the UK is set for its biggest season yet! Draft night is taking place right now on YouTube… …from the iconic Cigar Club Mareva in Split, Croatia, streaming globally via the official CSWC YouTube Channel. Hosted by Marko (founder) and Dino,…
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Meet The Makers 2025 – UK cigar and whisky event in Edinburgh, Scotland
Imagine having a top-notch dram while enjoying the perfect cigar, all in the company of the very people who create them, against the stunning backdrop of a Scottish castle. If this sounds like an ideal set up, mark your calendar for Saturday, July 26, 2025! Edinburgh is set to host an event unlike any other—‘Meet…
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Mitchell Orchant unveils new Puffin’ Cigars line
In September 2024, Mitchell Orchant, founder of C.Gars Ltd and a key player in the UK’s cigar industry, made an exciting announcement on the Sip n’ Smoke Podcast, hosted by Lewis and Billy. Mitchell announced that he was creating a new cigar brand with a unique puffin mascot. Fast forward to today, and Puffin Cigars…
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Conor McGregor’s Notorious Cigars now available for pre-order in US
Notorious Cigars, the premium cigar brand inspired by MMA champion Conor McGregor, is now available for pre-order. The brand, created in collaboration with cigar manufacturer MJ Frias, promises a high-quality smoking experience with tobacco sourced from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Mexico. MJ Frias has partnered with McGregor to craft a product that reflects his…
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XXV Festival del Habano 2025 – The Highlights
The 25th edition of the Festival del Habano has come to a close after a week filled with events in Havana, Cuba, running from February 24 to 28, 2025. This year’s festival celebrated the iconic brands of Cohiba, H. Upmann, and Romeo and Julieta, drawing experts, aficionados, specialists, enthusiasts and tastemakers from all over the…
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XXV Festival del Habano 2025 – announce new Romeo y Julieta Amantes, H Upmann Gran Reserva, Cohiba Behike cigars
This week, Havana, Cuba, is bustling with activity as it hosts the 25th edition of the Festival del Habano, welcoming cigar enthusiasts and experts from around the world. The festival takes place from February 24 to 28, 2025. For the full program, click here. Participants began arriving on Saturday, February 22, and Sunday, February 23,…