Havana cigars in Glass Jars were very common between the 1950’s until mid of the 1980’s - and soon after they totally disappeared. Highly sought after by cigar enthusiasts and collectors all around the world the few final Jars made 1986-1989 had price tags of up to 3000 USD per jar of 25 cigars. The unique flavor these Cosacos sized cigars developed in the air tight Jar made them so special. But, after the collapse of the former Soviet Union the Cuban government had to solve other problems than a continuous import of Glas Jars made in Europe. Like that Noellas, as all other Havana cigars presented in Glas Jars, disappeared from the market by during 1990.

Lately Habanos S.A. decided to re-start production of Noellas to be sold in the exclusive franchise stores La Casa del Habano. The re-launch was scheduled for Summer 2009 until some minor technial problems (with the Jar itself) led to a delay. According to latest information from Habanos S.A. the new Upmann Noellas will hit shelves this spring.

The picture shows a HISTORIC Upmann Noellas Jar in its 1960’s version. The new jars will be slightly different. La Casa del Habano Hamburg takes subscription orders now - once prices (tag shall be 285.- Euro per Jar of 25 cigars) are finally released and they are ready to be shipped you will be contacted for reconfirmation.

Happy smoking from sunny Hamburg
Christoph Wolters
La Casa del Habano Hamburg
www.thecigarsmoker.com

Posted via email from Christoph’s posterous