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The numbers have finally landed, and the story they tell is one of remarkable staying power. Premium cigar imports into the United States for 2025 came in at 429.8 million cigars — virtually identical to the year before, according to data released by the Cigar Association of America. No growth, but

Walk into just about any cigar shop in America today, and you'll notice something different than you might have seen a decade ago. The glass cases and walk-in humidors tell a clear story about what smokers are reaching for when they make their purchases, and it's not what traditionalists might hope

Cigar enthusiasts and tobacco retailers across Washington state are facing what could become the most dramatic shift in pricing they've ever seen. Legislators in Olympia are weighing several bills this session that would fundamentally alter the taxation landscape for cigars and other tobacco produc

The American love affair with premium cigars shows no signs of slowing down. Fresh numbers from the industry's main trade group reveal that handmade cigar imports jumped more than 4% through the first nine months of this year, keeping pace with a growth streak that's now stretched across half a dec

For many guys who enjoy lighting up a good cigar after a long day or during a weekend with friends, the world of premium smokes has always felt steady—reliable suppliers, favorite brands, and that satisfying ritual. But looking at the bigger picture, the overall market for cigars, cheroots, and cig