Boutique Cigar Festival

11/19/2025

The BCA—a trade group designed for companies selling fewer than a half million ci**rs per year—is shutting itself down. It was founded by Dr. Gaby Kafie in the wake of the FDA's deeming regulations

11/19/2025

Boutique Cigar Association Dissolving | News (Details in comments)

11/12/2025

Less than 18 packs remain. We will sell out by Friday. Get them while supplies last.

When you purchase a sampler pack, you not only become a member of the BCA but you support a great cause ! Welcome to our community. Our united voices matter.

11/01/2025

Join the BCA – No Membership Dues, Just Great Ci**rs!

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of the Boutique Cigar Association, now’s your chance! We’ve waived all membership dues, all you need to do is grab our BCA Sampler Pack and you’ll automatically become an official member of our association and community.

We’re building a brotherhood and sisterhood of cigar lovers, no ego's, no attitudes, a place where you can feel at home. We're just people passionate about the premium cigar industry and dedicated to protecting small, family-owned boutique cigar businesses.

Get your sampler and join us today: https://boutiquesmoke.com/product/bca-sampler/

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Wrapper Nicaragua Habano Maduro Binder Honduras Filler Nicaragua, Honduras, and Dominican Republic Strength Scale 1-10 (7) Body Scale 1-10 (7) Flavor. Medium to Full

07/19/2025

Many small businesses view Europe as the ideal destination for expansion, often overlooking the incredible opportunities available right here in the United States. In reality, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side, America remains one of the most dynamic and rewarding markets in the world for business growth.

Thank you halfwheel for the excellent coverage.

https://halfwheel.com/european-union-formally-unveils-massive-proposed-tax-increase-for-tobacco-products/453089/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLogBxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFnQlJEMERnSlVHNkVwdzNVAR4lOFziBSOm69hGtXVoOXFdo5TGEy2HwyWnEuE1-zJMkKHdQ5X83h3UYYWVWQ_aem_m3smBC3jOl--Sh0qtENoiQ

If approved, it would raise the minimum tax rate for ci**rs in EU member countries by 1,092 percent. However, the proposal can be voted down by just one country and now there are even more reasons for a country to vote against it.

07/16/2025

We're excited to share with you, this year several BCA member companies will be in attendance and ready to celebrate the Buffalo Cigar Festival with you all.

On Friday September 12th, come out and hang with us at Buffalo Ci**rs from 5pm - Close.

The festival is a full day event taking place on Saturday September 13, 2025, please visit the link below. Purchase your tickets before they sell out. FYI they do sell out !!!!

Come out and meet several owners of some of your favorite ci**rs. See you there !!!
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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/buffalo-cigar-festival-2025-tickets-1316491364109

07/12/2025

Dear Colleagues,

The deadline to vote for your favorite boutique cigar brands is fast approaching... July 13, 2025.

At the link below, you'll find the official nominations for the 2025 Cigar Trophy Awards, including Best Boutique Cigar Brand by country. We encourage you to take a moment to review the selections and submit your vote.

Your participation helps shine a spotlight on the craftsmanship and passion that define our industry.

Vote here: https://cigartrophy.com

Thank you for your continued support.

Since the first Cigar Trophy was presented in 1998, Cigar Journal’s Awards have established themselves as the most sought-after distinction for exceptional ci**rs, brands, and service in the cigar world.

06/30/2025

Celebrating Excellence in Boutique Cigar Craftsmanship

We are incredibly proud to announce that our founder, Dr. Gaby Kafie, and his family-owned brand Kafie 1901 Ci**rs have been nominated for Best Boutique Cigar Brand – Dominican Republic by Cigar Journal for the 2025 Cigar Trophy Awards! 🇩🇴🔥

This prestigious recognition is not just a celebration of one brand, it’s a celebration of what boutique truly stands for: passion, tradition, integrity, and hands-on dedication to the art of premium ci**rs.

Dr. Kafie has devoted his life to protecting the legacy of family-owned cigar companies around the world, and today, we ask our community to support his legacy.

Please vote now at www.cigartrophy.com and help honor one of our own who continues to lead by example.

Let’s bring this one home for the boutique cigar world.

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