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Independent Cigar Sales
This might be a redundant question, there are so many great discussions on this board but not enough time to read them all.
This morning I was having a smoke over coffee with a sales consultant and the topic of conversation was the success rate of independent cigar labels over the big companies. He stated that it was more difficult to introduce the unknown labels to the buyer of smaller shops due to the space required, they seem reluctant to give up space for the unknown over something that is say industry.
My question is this, how many shop owners out there take on new labels and experiment with new product even though the label is independent and it will take shelf space away from the more corporate products?
This morning I was having a smoke over coffee with a sales consultant and the topic of conversation was the success rate of independent cigar labels over the big companies. He stated that it was more difficult to introduce the unknown labels to the buyer of smaller shops due to the space required, they seem reluctant to give up space for the unknown over something that is say industry.
My question is this, how many shop owners out there take on new labels and experiment with new product even though the label is independent and it will take shelf space away from the more corporate products?
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Permalink Reply by Tony Giovanni on -
I enjoy the experiment and always look for new labels and taste blends, I could care less if it comes from Fuente or Perdomo. I myself wish I could afford to travel the globe looking for small independent rollers with limited product.
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Permalink Reply by Ciro "The Jersey F%$K"™ on -
Most of the shops I visit usually have a small section, some home made shelves in a corner, where they showcase some house blends or unknown labels. Once they sell out they will restock with something new unless there was a high demand for the new label.
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Permalink Reply by Harry on -
I get tired of trying new unknown brands. HOWEVER, I continue to do so. Many are a waste of time and seem to all taste the same. It is a challenge to find that "Diamond in the ruff". I have found some amazing boutique brands over the years. The issue is how long they have survived before I've found them. My concern has always been that the quality holds up over time. I have tried some brands that go down hill every re-order. Part of the reason is to find a "hook". I like to have cigars that the other stores in the area do not carry. The research is a tough job, but...
Previous Boutique Brands:
Camacho
Rocky
Perdomo
Ashton
Fuente
Oliva
CAO
ok, you get the idea...
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