16th December 2010 – that is when this channel was made, almost 16 years ago.
Over 1000 videos, and 1.8 million views.
Cigar related content is not exactly welcomed on YouTube, so the fact that over this time we have gained over 10,000 supporters on here is truly mind-blowing and we could not be more grateful. I hope that over the years you find that our content has been improving and not only entertaining, but educational.
So as a thank you, I’d like to go through 25 cigars that I think everyone should try. This list is in no particular order.
Bolivar Belicosos Finos
Let’s kick things off with a Cuban cigar, the Bolivar Belicosos Finos. This cigar is bold, flavourful and certainly memorable. This boasts a smooth, rich, aromatic profile with the subtle spiciness you would expect from a full-bodied powerful cigar.
Buy NowH.Upmann Majestic
The H. Upmann Majestic – a cigar that I fell in love with on the first draw. These are light, salty and sweet with a nice woody forefront.
Buy NowDunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion Intrepido
Moving over to the New World my first pick is none other than the Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Sin Compromiso Seleccion Intrepido. This is a fantastic stick, with a great balance of strength and flavour. At its core is an inherent sweetness paired with a savory spiciness, but hidden within its layers are notes of cocao, espresso, loam and even chicory root.
Buy NowBrick House Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty
Next up is the Brick House Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty – J.C. Newman hit the bullseye with this one, they’re medium in strength and produce beautiful notes of earth, cedar, pepper and coffee.
Buy NowCharatan 160th Anniversary Special Edition
Heading over to a brand with British roots and Scottish influence, the Charatan 160th Anniversary cigar was one I’ll never forget. Smooth and creamy, this cigar is ideal for any kind of celebration and any experience level.
Buy NowPartagas Serie D No. 4
Let’s go back to Cuba and highlight one of my favourites, the Partagas Serie D No. 4. These are rich, powerful, complex and truly Cuban. Although they’re relatively strong, they produce a nice smoothness, with notes of leather, earth, nuts and wood.
Buy NowHoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2
On the opposite end of the scale now we have the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 – a light strength cigar which produces floral notes, ideal for both novices and experienced smokers alike.
Buy NowDavidoff Late Hour Robusto
Of course, I couldn’t make this list and not include a Davidoff cigar, so the Late Hour Robusto is going on this list for sure. Some of the tobacco used for these cigars are aged for six months in single malt scotch whisky casks, so there’s a really unique complexity to this cigar that you won’t experience with any other. They’re medium-full in strength so I wouldn’t recommend these to new smokers.
Buy NowMitchellero Robusto
The Mitchellero Robusto. An exclusive to C.Gars, with the blend entirely chosen by the founder, Mitchell Orchant. These are one of our best sellers, and it’s not hard to see why. Smooth, with notes of dark chocolate and a light spice to finish, these are not only tasty, but inexpensive.
Buy NowLa Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull
The La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull is a cigar beloved by many. It has a unique vitola, sitting at 6.5 inches long with a 64 ring gauge, and will probably take you more than 2 hours to smoke. Litto Gomez likes more intense cigars, so you can expect a full-bodied experience all the way through with notes of hickory, leather, spice and a touch of sweetness.
Buy NowMontecristo No. 4
Montecristo set the benchmark for Cuban cigars, and one of the best-selling Cuban cigars of all time is the No. 4. Medium-full in strength and body you’ll find this cigar to be rich and tangy with herbal notes, cinnamon and cocoa.
Buy NowCurivari Buenaventura BV Mini Maduro
Moving on to a brand that is lesser known, the Curivari Buenaventura BV Mini Maduro is a very affordable option for those wanting not only to spend less, but also experience Nicaraguan tobacco that’s beautifully crafted. They’re 3 1/2 inches by 50 so a short robusto but packed with tobacco, so you’ll get more smoke time out of it than you think. Expect notes of earth, pepper, coffee and a natural tobacco sweetness.
Buy NowOliva Serie V Double Robusto
Next up we have the incredible Oliva Serie V Double Robusto. I don’t know a single person that dislikes this line from Oliva, they hit the spot every time – super consistent and enjoyable for many occasions. They contain Nicaraguan binder and fillers, with an Ecuadorian wrapper that’s super oily, producing an unbelievable flavour profile with rich coffee and dark chocolate. These are no doubt in my mind one of the best and most consistent cigars in my list.
Buy NowVegaFina 1998 52 Robusto
The VegaFina 1998 52 Robusto is a great option for those who prefer a lighter body and sweeter profile. It contains a variety of tobacco from regions in the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Nicaragua, Indonesia and Ecuador, a unique mix which isn’t seen often. These are truly great cigars.
Buy NowCohiba Robusto
This wouldn’t be a top 25 list without adding a Cohiba now, would it? The Cohiba Robusto is the pinnacle for some connoisseurs, and a line that people purchase by the box. I get it, they’re expensive, but aren’t you curious? Well, you should be, because these are really bloody good. In fact, despite the price, they’re constantly selling out, and majorly sought after. These sticks are relatively intense, with notes of nutmeg, cinnamon and a barnyard-esque finish.
Buy NowTrinidad Vigia
Up next is the Trinidad Vigia, a brand name that most, if not all connoisseurs know. Created back in 1969, only a few years after Cohiba, Trinidad have become a name respected by many. These cigars start slightly spicy with notes of ginger, cedar and fruit, but despite the spiciness is very approachable.
Buy NowFratello Camo Yellow
The Fratello Camo Yellow Robusto is an interesting one. It contains tobacco that is currently undisclosed for the binder and filler, but we do know that it features an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and has a sweetened tip, so naturally, this cigar is going to be sweet, mellow and creamy. A marmite cigar for many, but certainly worth a try.
Buy NowFoundation Cigars Wise Man Maduro Robusto
Now I know I shouldn’t be biased, but one of my all-time favourite brands is Foundation Cigars, and the Wise Man Maduro Robusto is certainly up there for me. This awesome cigar contains Nicaraguan and Mexican tobaccos, producing a full-bodied smoke with notes of dark chocolate, coffee, fruit and nuts.
Buy NowFoundation Cigars Tabernacle David
Continuing from this, the Tabernacle David, also from Foundation Cigars quickly became one of my favourite cigars I’ve ever had a couple of years back. From the vitola, to the dark almost sparkly wrapper, these are genuine flavour bombs, and full in strength. You can expect notes of dark fruits like plum, alongside a slight spice in the background. I cannot recommend these highly enough.
Buy NowDrew Estate Tabak Especial Medio Robusto
Some of you may hate me for this one, but I don’t care, because they’re genuinely great cigars for those new to cigar smoking or that want something unique. The cigar I’m referring to is the Drew Estate Tabak Especial Medio Robusto. These are marmite cigars, but certainly a great pick for those who have a sweet tooth. They’re infused, or as some would say “flavoured”. These cigars have been thoroughly enjoyed by many of my friends, and they refer to them as “the chocolate cigars” because of their intense chocolatey flavour.
Buy NowEGM Cigars Robusto
Next up is the EGM Cigars Robusto. EGM is a brand that showcases a luxurious way of living, but without the overwhelming cost. These are quite light in strength, and are a Dominican puro, so they’re super smooth, creamy, citrusy with a hint of milk chocolate and are certainly ideal as an everyday smoke or for those celebratory moments.
Buy NowRomeo y Julieta Wide Churchill
The Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchill is an absolute classic Cuban cigar made for those who appreciate a finer life. Named after the iconic story by William Shakespeare, the origins of Romeo y Julieta as a Havana date back to 1875. These produce those classic Cuban flavours of wood, earth, hay and some floral notes.
Buy NowAladino Orchant Seleccion Corona
Another addition by Mitchell Orchant now, we have the Aladino Orchant Seleccion Corona. This was a collaborative effort between Mitchell and Aladino, the Honduran brand known for creating true masterpieces. Limited to only 300 boxes of 10, these exclusive and limited cigars are full-bodied but well-balanced and on the flavour profile you can expect pepper and spice throughout with a creamy finish.
Buy NowRamon Allones Specially Selected
Onto our last Cuban cigar of the list now we have the Ramon Allones Specially Selected. Ramon Allones is one of the oldest cigar brands still in production today, founded in 1837, and there’s good reason for this – because they’re unbelievable. These cigars are rich, with notes of earth, toast, spice and citrus. These cigars are always sought after, and I haven’t heard a bad word uttered about them.
Buy NowCAO Amazon Basin Toro
And finally, the last cigar on this list – and remember, this is in no particular order - is the CAO Amazon Basin Toro. CAO’s motto is wherever they will go, they will grow, and the Amazon Basin is no exception. As the name suggests, the Amazon Basin uses tobaccos actually grown in remote region the Amazon rainforest and uses a rare tobacco called Braganca, that can only be harvested once every three years. It’s a complex cigar, with tobaccos from five different countries within it. Expect a medium-full profile with notes of dark chocolate, spice, charred oak and cocoa.
Buy NowSo, there you have our list of 25 Cigars You Should Try – what did you think of my list? Did I miss any out?
Once again, thank you for your continued support over the years, we look forward to continuing creating content like this for you guys in the future.
Until next time, stay safe and happy herfing – peace.
Article by Lewis Hearn
