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 […]
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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, […]
Black Works Studio is shipping the newest limited to retailers! The latest creation is an entirly NEW blend! Introducing the Black Works Studio Intergalactic Event Horizon. The original Intergalactic cigar was released back in 2022. However, this newest version has a ‘few things different than the original’darker’ side to it. The first Black Works Studio […]
Black Works Studio is getting ready to launch its newest limited creation the Black Works Studio Intergalactic Event Horizon. The last time this cigar was put into production was back in 2022. However, this newest version has a few things different than the original. The Black Works Studio Intergalactic 2022 sported a Sumatra wrapper and […]
Introducing the limited edition Stolen Throne Argos. Stolen Throne Cigars is perhaps best known for the Crook of the Crown and Three Kingdoms Habano; however, that doesn’t mean that’s where it stops. Lee Marsh, owner and blender, has created a full lineup of cigars with his other two: Yorktown Fleet and Call to Arms. However, […]
Foundation cigars have been a favorite at Oak Glen Tobacconist since the beginning. Nick Melillo’s approach to tobacco is superb, and the proof is in the pudding. From his vast portfolio of cigars, he has something different and dynamic to offer everyone. One of his most impressive cigars is the Foundation Tabernacle Havana Seed CT […]