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Why Meeting the Makers Behind Boutique Cigars Is Worth the Trip

July 13, 2026

This July, three boutique cigar brands took their releases on the road across Ontario, Alberta, and Manitoba as part of a cross-country tour, giving Canadian enthusiasts a rare chance to sit down with the people actually behind the blends. That kind of access matters more than it might seem.

Proposed Cigar Tariffs: What Enthusiasts Should Understand

July 13, 2026

Industry advocates recently testified before a U.S. interagency trade panel reviewing a proposed tariff schedule that would apply a 12.5% rate to most cigar-producing countries. The hearing was the final public session before officials finalize their recommendations, making it a meaningful moment…

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