VegaFina has chosen Madrid, Spain, to start with the celebration of its 25th anniversary. And the plan is to do it with a double presentation: one down to the earth, with a brand new limited edition cigar, and one on the top of the sky: a star.

VegaFina has started in Madrid, Spain, the celebrations of the 25th anniversary of its first release. And they has done it along with those who were first in welcome the new brand with open arms: the retailers. Javier Rodríguez Lera, Tabacalera’s premium brands sales manager, wanted in a brief speech to thank the professionals for their contribution to a path that has led the brand, from its first destination, which was Spain, to become the best-selling premium cigar on the local market and present in more than fifty international markets more.

The celebration has been sealed with a double presentation. One at ground level, with a new limited edition cigar, and one in style, on top of the sky: a new star in the firmament that, from now on, is called VegaFina. Tabacalera has used the Online Star Register to baptize a star with the name of the cigar. VegaFina, the star, is located in the constellation of Serpens, near Virgo and Hércules, and can be visited through the website https://stars.osr.org/HDY461524. You can even send messages, photos, videos …

In addition to the star called VegaFina, Tabacalera presented the new limited edition of the brand, which commemorates its first quarter of a century. The new VegaFina 1998 25th Anniversary Cum Laude is a 165 mm x 52 format with the same blend as the 1998 regular line, but with a point more of intensity and complexity. The wrapper is Ecuadorian, the binder Indonesian and the filler leaves Dominican, Nicaraguan and Colombian. The tobacco will be sold in 25-count boxes at a price that, depending on the country, will be around 14.00 euros.

The event in Madrid was held at the Palacio de los Duques hotel in the center of the city, assigned as the premiere of the new specialized tobacco, which can be tasted by fifty tobacconists from central area of Spain, the entire Tabacalera management team and the specialized press. This same stellar presentation event will be repeated in five other cities in the country.

Originally posted on June 2, 2023 @ 10:17 am

Quality Importers Trading Company (QI) is delighted to announce the availability of the Palió PRO series torch lighters, which are now shipping to customers both globally and nationally.

The Palió PRO series torch lighters introduce three distinct styles: the Scorpius, Antares, and Polaris. Each model offers a choice of five captivating color variations. These lighters feature robust full metal construction, an ergonomically designed large flame adjuster, and a transparent fuel window, enhancing convenience for daily use while ensuring durability. Notably, the Scorpius variant includes a fold-out 7.5mm punch cutter and a 33mm (1.3”) cigar enhancement poker, catering to the needs of cigar passionados.

The single, double, and triple jet flame model options guarantee precision lighting and effortless touch- ups. The torch lighters have an integrated air vent that helps prevent overheating and enhances performance at high altitudes, with the Antares torch lighter successfully tested at altitudes of 11,000 feet, while the Polaris and Scorpius lighters achieved exceptional performance at 12,000 feet— approximately three times the elevation of Mount Vesuvius.

The Palió PRO series is meticulously designed to deliver outstanding performance at an affordable price point. The Scorpius model is priced at an MSRP of $29.99, the Antares at an MSRP of $44.99, and the Polaris at an MSRP of $49.99.

The Palió PRO Scorpius is a large, angled, single-jet torch lighter with a fold-out 7.5mm punch cutter and 33mm (1.3”) Cigar Enhancement Poker. Available in five captivating colors (Black, Black / Rose Gold, Red, Blue, and Gray) with an MSRP of $29.99. Dimensions: 44.4mm x 15.8mm x 88.9mm or 1.75” W x .625” D x 3.5” L inches.
The Palió PRO Antares is a double-jet torch lighter featuring an easy-to-use side squeeze ignition, a large fuel tank, an ergonomic flame adjuster, and a color-tinted fuel window. Available in five enticing colors (Black, Gunmetal, Blue, Red, and Silver) with an MSRP of $44.99. Dimensions: 46.1mm x 16.8mm x 70.1mm or 1.81” W x .66” D x 2.75” L inches.
The Palió PRO Polaris is an inline, triple-jet torch lighter with textured pull-down ignition, a spacious fuel tank, a color-tinted fuel window, and a large ergonomic flame adjuster. Available in five striking colors (Black, Black / Rose Gold, Red, Blue, and Silver) with an MSRP of $49.99. Dimensions: 37.9mm x 18.6mm x 78.7mm or 1.49” W x .73” D x 3.09” L inches.

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Originally posted on October 2, 2023 @ 11:18 pm

Recently, Meerapfel Cigar launched another world premiere: a newly designed wooden chest, for optimal air and humidity circulation. The new Meerapfel cigar garment showcases the cigars in majestic wooden chests that are not only pristine, but also sustainable and secure, guaranteeing the immaculacy of the cigars.

The groundbreaking feature of the new chest is the introduction of a perforated double floor. Each chest contains two 60-gramm Boveda packs, strategically positioned underneath the perforated section of the corpus. This innovative design allows air and humidity from the Boveda packs to circulate freely around the cigars, ensuring optimal conditions during transportation, storage, and the final cigar experience. 

At the heart of the design is Royal Paulownia wood, also referred to as Princess Tree. The pristine, lightweight, and fast-growing wood not only aligns with ecological responsibility but also simplifies transportation. The cigar chests are presented in their most natural state, free from varnish or lacquering, featuring only a delicate laser finish. 

This unique packaging concept debuts alongside the revelation of Meerapfel Cigar’s 2023 Master Blend releases with only 613 chests per vitola and per year available globally. These coveted cigars are allocated to specially partnered premium cigar retailers worldwide, ensuring an unrivaled cigar experience for the most discerning connoisseurs. 

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Originally posted on October 2, 2023 @ 11:18 pm