The last few years have been tough on the cigar business. With rising taxes, financial crisis and a slew of other hurdles companies have been forced to really find a unique edge at gaining and maintaining business. That edge is cigar travel.
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It’s been two months since Rocky Patel picked up 50 percent of EO Brands, a deal that brought such lines as 601 and Murcielago out from under the Miami Cigar umbrella. As part of the new relationship, Eddie Ortega said at the time of the deal that he expected lower prices for his products and [...]
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It’s been the talk of the industry for the past two months: Rocky Patel‘s acquisition of 50 percent of EO Brands. Thanks to A Cigar Smoker, we now have Rocky’s thoughts on the deal. via A Cigar Smoker
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Rumors have been running through the cigar world for a while now, and I’m here to confirm them … and even give you some details. Rocky Patel Premium Cigars is going to announce tomorrow that it’s buying 50 percent of EO Brands. This deal has raised a lot of questions, and there haven’t been many [...]
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