There are milestones measured not merely in years, but in curling wisps of smoke, moments of absolute exclusivity, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. The twentieth anniversary of La Casa del Habano Milano was precisely that. Against the backdrop of the Portrait Milano, brothers Luca and Simone Borla celebrated two...
The legendary Casa Havaneza, considered the oldest cigar shop in Portugal and an undisputed benchmark on the international stage, celebrated its 162nd anniversary with a gala evening that blended tradition, culture, and the pleasure of what is regarded as the finest tobacco in the world: the Habano. The event took...
Ho Chi Minh City The Habano culture continues to flourish in Vietnam, where the recent opening of two new Habanos Specialist stores in Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang marks a new chapter in the brand’s expansion. These boutiques are the result of the vision and leadership of Mr....
Havana House Cigar and Tobacco Merchants Ltd., the exclusive distributor of Habanos, S.A. in Canada, is strengthening its network of specialized retail points by incorporating new retailers into its specialization programs. On this occasion, four retail stores have been categorized as Habanos Point, a distinction that highlights these establishments’ commitment...
Empor S.A., the exclusive distributor of Habanos in Portugal, held the sixth edition of Empor Habanos Moments on March 5th, 2026, a professional gathering designed for the country’s Casas del Habano, Habanos Specialists, Habanos Points, Habanos Terrace, and Habanos Lounge establishments. The event took place at Empor S.A.’s facilities, and...
During the week of January 20 to 25, 2026, the highly anticipated Fonseca Du Nord Regional Edition was officially launched in the Canadian market. This Regional Edition, featuring the Genios vitola de galera (52 ring gauge x 140 mm in length), has been crafted Totalmente a Mano con Tripa Larga...
With deep sorrow, we mourn the passing of Arnaldo Vichot, a true icon of the Cuban cigar industry. For decades, he served as master blender at the Francisco Germán Hand-Rolled Tobacco Factory, commercially known as the Partagás Factory. His talent, dedication, and passion for the Habano made him an undisputed...
The Organizing Committee of the Habano Festival announces the postponement of its next edition, with the aim of preserving the highest standards of quality, excellence and experience that characterize this international event. The Habano Festival is an emblematic meeting that brings together fans, experts, distributors and specialized media from all...
Habanos, S.A. presents Trinidad Corcel, the latest addition to the Trinidad brand’s distinguished portfolio of vitolas. Presents with its factory name Patricios (55 x 135 mm in length), Trinidad Corcel made its world debut on 29th of January at an exclusive event held in Hong Kong to celebrate the Chinese...
Habanos, S.A., the world leader in the commercialization of premium cigars, together with renowned content creator Kirby Allison, is proud to announce the premiere of the third episode of “The Magic of the Behike”, a landmark documentary series dedicated to the 15th anniversary of Cohiba Behike, the most exclusive Habano...
Punch commemorates its 185-year history with the launch of Punch Princesas Edición Limitada 2025, a new vitola that revives a popular format from the 1960s. This Limited Edition has been made ‘”Totally Handmade with Long Filler”, aged for at least two years, with wrapper, filler, and binder leaves carefully selected...
Cancilleres, the newest addition to the esteemed Diplomáticos brand portfolio, is celebrated for its perfectly balanced flavour. Meticulously crafted ” Totally handmade with Long Filler,” this medium to full Habano is made using carefully selected leaves from the renowned Vuelta Abajo zone in Pinar del Río region, Cuba. The new...
On November 6th, the Nómade Polo, located in the emblematic Argentine Polo Grounds in Buenos Aires, was the setting for a new edition of “Habanos Night Buenos Aires”, organized by Puro Tabaco S.A., the exclusive distributor of Habanos S.A. in the Southern Cone. On this occasion, the evening paid tribute...
• Habanos, S.A. unveils Trinidad Villa, a new vitola (47 × 170 mm) that embodies the avant-garde and unique character of the Trinidad brand. • Created exclusively for the La Casa del Habano franchise network and Habanos Specialists, this new vitola takes its name from the colonial villas of the...
• Le Hoyo de San Luis joins the prestigious Le Hoyo Series, celebrated for its aromatic finesse and exceptional craftsmanship—hallmarks of the Hoyo de Monterrey brand. • Meticulously ‘”Totally Handmade with Long Filler”, this new vitola delivers a balanced and smooth smoking experience, featuring leaves exclusively sourced from San Luis,...
On October 20th, 2025, Kaliman Caribe, Habanos distributor for 13 countries, inaugurated a new La Casa del Habano in Tbilisi, Georgia. This opening marks the fifth boutique of the franchise in the markets managed by Kaliman Caribe. La Casa del Habano Tbilisi is located at 21 Atoneli Street, in the...
La Casa del Habano Geneva was officially inaugurated on October 10th and 11th, 2025, setting new benchmarks for excellence in the world of Habanos in French-speaking Switzerland. Located at the prestigious address of 6 Rue de Hesse, in the heart of Geneva’s financial district, this exceptional boutique joins the global...
On October 18th, Lisbon hosted the eleventh edition of Habanos Day, Portugal’s most prestigious event dedicated to the world of Habanos and Cuban culture. The celebration took place at Montes Claros – Lisbon Secret Spot, an elegant venue that welcomed around 200 people for a day defined by tradition, excellence,...
Montecristo celebrates its 90th anniversary with the launch of the new ‘Elba’ vitola, the 2025 Limited Edition, whose Premiere edition is being launched exclusively for the Spanish market. With this new Limited Edition, which combines tradition, craftsmanship and elegance, the company reaffirms its commitment to excellence and innovation. This launch...
On Wednesday, October 8th, 2025, Emporium Cigars, the exclusive distributor of Habanos in Brazil, hosted the third edition of Habanos Night Brazil with a glamorous gala dinner. Around 360 guests gathered for this exclusive event, including Habanos enthusiasts, industry figures, influencers, other Habanos distributors, and Mr. Benigno Pérez Fernández, Consul...
The month of September witnessed two major events for the Canadian market: the presentation of the Montecristo Open Slam and the grand opening of La Casa del Habano in Edmonton. On September 14, the renowned Habanos Specialist in Toronto, B. Sleuth & Statesman Inc., celebrated its 25th Anniversary and marked...
On September 18, 2025, La Casa del Habano – Porto celebrated its sixth anniversary at the prestigious Casa da Culmieira restaurant, located in the charming city of Oporto. The event reaffirmed this iconic shop’s commitment to the excellence, tradition, and luxury that define the international franchise network, which now boasts...
At the prestigious InterTabac Fair in Dortmund, Germany, Cigar Journal presented its annual Cigar Trophy Awards. La Casa del Habano Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam was honored as the Best Cigar Lounge in Asia 2025. This year’s Cigar Trophy Awards were especially significant, with more than 150,000 votes by cigar...
The company strengthens its commitment to the Duty Free & Travel Retail channels with the launch of an exclusive vitola that blends tradition and innovation. Partagás Royales (48 ring gauge x 150mm length) is a robust and elegant vitola that pays tribute to an iconic format from the 1960s, but...
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Mr. Todor Dotchev, one of the most prominent figures in the commercialization of Habanos in the European market for more than 30 years. Under his strategic leadership, the company consolidated its presence in key markets such as Bulgaria, Armenia,...
