HVC Cigars releases a limited edition called the Black Friday cigar each year. Their newest blend, created by Reinier Lorenzo, just dropped! This is a new experience for HVC cigars because of the uniqueness of the tobaccos in the filler. Introducing the HVC Black Friday 2024 De Ometepe. That’s right, Ometepe tobacco takes center stage […]
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Dunbarton Tobacco and Trust is known for its interesting projects that think outside of the box, as well as an elevated smoking experience. Steve Saka has created various projects that have made his brand the talk of the industry. His latest endeavor journeys into the world of ‘skinny’ cigars and is now shipping to Oak […]
Viaje Cigars release a new limited each month, and the latest drop is a trio of Halloween-themed blends! Last year was the Full Moon, a Pumpkin-themed blend with a cult following. The newest release is a dark-winged friend hidden in the background. Introducing the NEW Viaje The Crow 5.5×50 Robusto Extra. Placed in 15-count boxes, […]
Foundation Cigars has always been a favorite at Oak Glen Tobacconist. Due to owner and blender Nick Melillo’s vision and diverse portfolio, it has been with us since we opened the shop. The full lineup of Foundation from the Olmec cigars, Aksum, Wise Man, and beyond encompasses so many things about Nicaraguan tobacco that we […]
Artesano Del Tobacco El Pulpo Cigar. This magnificent blend has infatuated everyone from brick and mortar shops to consumers to cigar media. Known for their Viva La Vida Cigars, Billy and Gus Fakhi, owners of Artesano Del Tobacco, made their initially splash with the Viva La Vida Club 500 and Diadames. However, who would have […]
Each year, Oak Glen Tobacconist releases a limited cigar for Halloween. The first time was in 2022 when the OGT Nosferatu was dropped. The following year was the Redfield 6×48 ‘slim toro.’ This year, we have cooked up something extra special; not just one cigar, but two! These are two blends are masterfully crafted in […]
Stallone cigars are a definite favorite here at Oak Glen Tobacconist. Owner and Blender Tony Barrios is an expert at blending Nicaraguan tobacco for flavor, balance, and body. As he says, “It’s much more difficult to blend a balanced cigar then a strong cigar.” When you blend for strength, you are looking for straight power […]
Here at Oak Glen Tobacconist, we have done several exclusive projects with a host of different manufacturers. Every so often, we have the opportunity to do one that is a bit more ‘outside the box’. Our recent Chaffiot X OGT collab, Mr. Pennstripe, using a Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper, is an example of that. Recently we […]
It’s more than just a sample pack; it’s an experience. Here at Oak Glen Tobacconist, Education is always at the forefront. The launch of the Oak Glen Tobacconist Craft Series is meant to dive deeper in the artistry behind cigars. A few months back we dropped the official launch, highlighting Connecticut Broadleaf tobacco. The Craft […]
Viaje Cigars have released their newest limited cigars for the month of September. As usual, there are two blends in this month’s drop. The first is a tradition that has continued since 2010. Vijae Cigars Skull and Bones Daisy Cutter – Daisy Cutter returns. BE WARNED! One of their hottest releases throughout the company’s history, […]