As we’ve done for the past few years, it’s the end of another year and time to reevaluate the best of what the cigar industry delivered in the form of packaging from the past year. It was a good year for the boxes and bands that cigars come in, good enough for the staff to nominate nearly 40 different entires. That list was slimmed down to 18, of which the top 10 are below. 10. JOEL SHERMAN 75TH CELEBRATION Created in commemoration of ceo Joel Sherman’s 75th birthday, the packaging for the Joel Sherman 75th Celebration takes inspiration from Sherman’s history as a musician, with a crest on the front of the box that was inspired by a bass drum he played when he was younger. In addition, each box contains a note from Sherman himself explaining his love of cigars and his history in the family’s business. The overall package is quite striking when first viewed, and boasts a unique combination of an unusual sized cigar, understated but memorable bands and gorgeous box exterior with complimentary colors of black, red and white. — Brooks Whittington. 9. ZINO PLATINUM MAKE OF TEXAS COLLECTOR’S EDITION Zino Platinum has again commissioned some ...
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