United Cigars Introduces In-House Sales Powerhouse & Debuts the Exclusive Bandolero Premium

In a bold move signaling continued growth and dedication to premium cigar culture, United Cigars proudly announces the newest addition to their team—Ryan “The Grandmaster” Ash—as the company’s first-ever in-house sales team representative. Known for his passion, precision, and deep industry knowledge, Ash’s appointment marks a pivotal step in strengthening United Cigars’ commitment to personalized retailer support and elevated customer experiences across the country.

But that’s not the only headline coming out of Hudson, NH.

Bandolero Premium: A Rare Jewel for Discerning Aficionados

From the mind of Nelson Alfonso, the creative force behind Selected Tobacco, comes the Bandolero Premium—an exclusive release that redefines what it means to age and refine a cigar. Wrapped in intrigue and aged to perfection, this ultra-premium offering arrives with limited production and maximum anticipation.

Rolled in Costa Rica and aged for three years in Madrid, Spain, the Bandolero Premium undergoes a unique maturation process in humidors lined with five distinct types of cedar, creating a layered, aromatic complexity rarely found in today’s cigar world. This meticulous approach draws comparison to the world’s finest spirits—each cigar absorbing subtle notes from its cedar environment, resulting in a profile as mysterious as it is mesmerizing.

“Bandolero has always carried an air of mystery, and the Bandolero Premium elevates that legacy,” shared Oliver Nivaud, Director of Operations at United Cigars. “The dedication to aging and refinement from Selected Tobacco is unlike anything else.”

A Sophisticated Blend, A Captivating Experience

Bandolero Premium showcases a golden Habano 2000 wrapper from Ecuador, cloaking a blend of Dominican and Peruvian fillers and a Dominican binder. Medium to full-bodied, the cigar delivers a bold yet balanced profile—deepened by its unique cedar aging process. The line will be available in three vitolas:

• Magníficos – 6 x 55 | $38
• Bravos – 5 1?4 x 52 | $32
• Irónicos – 4 1?2 x 50 | $24

Each size is housed in striking lacquered boxes of 25, designed to match the prestige of what lies within.

Debuting at PCA 2025 in New Orleans

Bandolero Premium will make its official debut at the PCA trade show in New Orleans, with a carefully curated selection of top-tier retailers receiving the initial shipment before national distribution expands. With its refined blend, limited production, and captivating backstory, Bandolero Premium is poised to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year.

United Cigars: Built on Relationships, Fueled by Passion

With a diverse distribution portfolio that includes Selected Tobacco (Atabey, Byron, Alfonso, Bandolero), Arnold André (Montosa, Terra Nova), Jose Dominguez, Yaya, and proprietary lines like Firecracker, Red Anchor, and United, United Cigars continues to push boundaries while preserving tradition.

Their collaborative line, Cigar Series Unidas, remains the longest-running limited edition partnership series in the industry—proof that innovation and heritage can share the same humidor.

As United Cigars continues to expand its national presence with a powerhouse team and world-class offerings like Bandolero Premium, one thing remains certain:

Buy United. Smoke United. Live United. United We Smoke.