In the U.S. I have been noticing a lot of cigars using exotic tobaccos (ie Brazil, Columbia, Pennsylvania, etc) as well as "fire-cured" tobaccos (which I strongly dislike). These blends are an opportunity to introduce new flavor profiles but I am growing tired of the push for novelty. With so many mediocre cigars I wish companies would spend more time making fewer, higher quality offerings. Unfortunately, it appears to be more profitable to have a "new," "exclusive," "special," and "exciting" product and I am sure my wishes will be washed away by waves of money coming from the mass public.