2025 brought us some amazing cigars! From the Drew Estate Blackened range to the Charatan London range from Charatan. As well as some new brands to the UK like CigarKings. But lets see what was our Top 10 cigars of the year and you never know, you may find a new favourite.
- Foundation The Tabernacle David - To start our top 10, we have the fantastic Foundation The Tabernacle David. Made with the finest example one of the most sought-after wrapper leaves in the world, The Tabernacle Broadleaf Maduro is everything that could be desired in a serious, premium cigar. The history behind the name is fascinating too.
- H. Upmann Half Corona - This one is a fan favourite and has been a staple in many Cuban Cigar smokers daily rotation for a while. This shorter format gives you the perfect cigar to fill them small breaks you get throughout the day. Creamy with hints of coffee which goes down beautifully alongside a latte or cappuccino.
- Mitchellero Peru Petit Robusto - Number 8 is one of my favourites - This short cigar is crafted with Peruvian tobacco, offering a smooth yet characterful smoking experience. It delivers medium-bodied notes of earth, cedar, roasted nuts, and a gentle peppery spice, all in a compact format that’s perfect for a shorter, satisfying smoke.
- Blackbird Crow Corona - Number 7 is quite unique. Blackbird Cigar Co. manufacture their cigars with the finest tobaccos in the world to ensure you’re always receiving unsurpassed cigars. The Crow is a medium to full bodied cigar with a slow burn and smooth draw which allows the complex flavours and notes of the grade-A long-filler tobacco to shine through.
- Flor De Oliva Robusto - Number 6 proved very popular in the summer. Crafted from Oliva's Nicaraguan long-leaf tobaccos which undergo a meticulous aging process, which gives you a flavourful, rich and creamy blend without the bite.
We have already seen some great cigars in this list, but what cigar will make it to number one!
- Independencia 1898 Half Corona - We are halfway through this list and another interesting addition. The sweet taste of freedom! This handmade, long filler cigar From the Philippines was launched in 1998 to commemorate 100 years of Philippine independence. They use Isabela filler tobaccos, Isabela binder and Java wrapper. Smooth, rich bodied and robust flavoured cigars.
- AVO Classic Uvezian Puritos - Number 4 is a classic that everyone has enjoyed. The AVO Classic Uvezian Puritos is a small-format, mild Dominican cigar that delivers smooth, creamy notes of cedar, nuts, and subtle sweetness in a refined and elegantly balanced smoke.
- Conquistador Robusto - Number 3 is a staple in all top 10 lists chosen by you. A handmade Nicaraguan cigar rolled with a Ecuadorian wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder and long-fillers from the Condega and Jalapa regions, giving it a medium-bodied, creamy yet balanced flavour profile with gentle notes of cedar, toast, nuts and subtle spice — ideal for an everyday smoke with a smooth draw and even burn.
- Curivari Buenaventura BV Mini - Just missing out on the top spot is the Curivari Buenaventura BV Mini cigar. It is a compact, full-flavoured cigar that offers rich Cuban-style notes of cocoa, cedar, and sweet spice in a perfectly sized, satisfying smoke.
- Mitchellero Robusto - The number one cigar of 2025! The Mitchellero Robusto is a medium-bodied Nicaraguan cigar that delivers rich notes of cedar, earth, and subtle spice in a smooth, well-balanced smoke. This magnificent cigar is known for being budget friendly and a superb smoke.
Written by Oliver Partington
