Judge Enjoins Cigar Maker’s Use of Cohiba Name
Among cigar aficionados, the Cohiba name has a legendary mystique. Although the brand originated in Cuba, Cohibas have been marketed in the U.S. by an American company called General Cigar for more than a decade. But how long it will continue to do so will depend on the 2nd Circuit. In a decision made public on Monday, Manhattan Federal District Court Judge Robert Sweet enjoined General Cigar from using the Cohiba name. But Judge Sweet also stayed the injunction pending General Cigar's appeal.
