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Karen Berger Cigars Releases New Ixtelli Robusto Format
The popular Ixtelli blend now available in a 5 x 50 robusto size.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:05am
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The new Ixtelli Robusto from Karen Berger Cigars brings the brand's signature blend to a refined 5 x 50 format.New Orleans TodayKaren Berger Cigars is expanding its successful Ixtelli cigar line with a new robusto format. The Ixtelli Robusto, a 5 x 50 vitola, will debut at the 2026 PCA trade show in New Orleans later this month and begin shipping to retailers on April 18th. The new robusto size is expected to highlight some of the standout flavors that have made the original Ixtelli blend so popular over the past year.
Why it matters
The release of the Ixtelli Robusto represents an opportunity for Karen Berger Cigars to capitalize on the success of its flagship Ixtelli blend and cater to consumer demand for a wider range of size options. Expanding a popular cigar line into new vitolas is a common strategy for cigar brands to maintain momentum and keep their products fresh in the highly competitive premium cigar market.
The details
The Ixtelli Robusto will have a suggested retail price of $13.50 and feature the same blend as the original Ixtelli release, which debuted last year in a toro size only. The new robusto format is expected to showcase some of the standout flavors of the Ixtelli blend that have resonated with consumers.
- The Ixtelli Robusto will debut at the 2026 PCA trade show in New Orleans on April 18th.
- Shipping of the new Ixtelli Robusto format to retailers will begin on April 18th.
The players
Karen Berger Cigars
A premium cigar brand known for its innovative blends and commitment to quality.
Ixtelli
A popular cigar line from Karen Berger Cigars that is now expanding into a new robusto format.
The takeaway
The release of the Ixtelli Robusto demonstrates Karen Berger Cigars' ability to respond to consumer demand and build on the success of its flagship products. By expanding the Ixtelli line into a new size, the brand is positioning itself to maintain its momentum in the premium cigar market.
