For the past five years, General Cigar Co.'s non-Cuban Punch brand has released a limited edition cigar each year, inspired by Americanized Chinese cuisine. These releases have coincided with the Chinese New Year celebration, and this year, General Cigar Co. is changing things up with the announcement of Punch Dragon Fire.

This 5.00 x 60 short gordo cigar features a Mexican wrapper, Condega binder, and fillers from the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Made at STG Estelí, its pressed head and semi-closed foot are meant to resemble a firework, and its packaging pays tribute to the upcoming year of the dragon in the Chinese zodiac.

This release is limited and highly anticipated, with brand manager John Hakim stating, "The dragon, the only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac, inspired us to create a bold and fiery