Foundation Cigar Company announces the 2025 Tabernacle Knight Commander.
The Knight Commander vitola was first introduced following Foundation founder Nicholas Melillo’s investiture in 2022 as a Knight Commander of the Ethiopian Star of Honor, an Imperial Order established in 1889 by Emperor Menelik II. The order recognizes contributions made to the Ethiopian people, making it one of the most meaningful civilian honors in Ethiopian tradition.
“The day I received the Knight Commander distinction remains one of the great honors of my life,” Melillo said in a press release.“Ethiopia has given so much to the world—from its ancient Christian heritage to its cultural brilliance—and giving back in a tangible way is part of my responsibility and commitment. ”
The Knight Commander features a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper.
