Industry Highlights — Feb 13, 2026
New releases & limiteds • factory news • interviews • major events 1️⃣New Limited Release — My Father Cigars “Flor de las Antillas Maduro Toro Gordo LE” My Father Cigars announced shipments of a limited Toro Gordo extension of Flor de las Antillas Maduro. The release emphasizes extended fermentation on Maduro wrapper leaf and a softer press intended to enhance combustion and sweetness. 2️⃣Boutique Drop — Crowned Heads “Mil Días Colorado 5×50” (Small Batch) Crowned Heads quietly released a small‑batch Mil Días Colorado in a classic 5×50 format, aimed at highlighting wrapper texture and mid‑palate development rather than strength. 3️⃣Factory News — Tabacalera La Alianza Adjusts Fermentation Timelines Tabacalera La Alianza confirmed adjustments to longer, lower‑temperature fermentation cycles on select wrapper stocks, prioritizing consistency and reduced sharpness in upcoming 2026 blends. 4️⃣Interview Spotlight — Ernesto Perez‑Carrillo on Line Integrity In recent remarks, Ernesto Perez-Carrillo emphasized that expanding a core line should only happen when the blend identity can remain unmistakable, noting that “recognition matters more than novelty.” 5️⃣Major Event Update — PCA 2026 Floor Plan Near Capacity The Premium Cigar Association confirmed that exhibitor space for PCA 2026 is nearing capacity, with increased demand from boutique manufacturers and accessory brands.