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Discover Trinidad Santiago: A Dominican Born Cigar With A Cuban Soul!

Introducing the new Trinidad Santiago— a luxurious reinterpretation of an iconic Cuban brand! Trinidad Santiago is an exquisite Dominican puro, comprised solely of choice tobaccos from the Cibao Valley. Blended by boutique cigar master Rafael Nodal, this re-imagined premium selection profoundly introduces a unique profile of contemporary flavor, while capturing the true essence of an […]

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Get To Know Herrera Esteli & Undercrown, By Drew Estate

Get to know these two great cigars, exclusively crafted in a 6 x 50 box-press for Casa de Montecristo! Herrera Esteli is a top-quality, Cuban-inspired creation that’s earned numerous accolades and esteem from both critics and aficionados. This well-balanced treat boasts a rush of bold, spicy flavor, perfectly complemented by a creamy, sweetened undertone. Its […]

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Introducing Monte by Montecristo AJ Fernandez – A Bold New Blend!

Monte by Montecristo AJ Fernandez is a dynamic new collaboration between two of the biggest names in cigars! This robust, medium to full-bodied cigar is dressed in a Dark Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and bound with a Criollo ‘98 binder; delivering a rich and invigorating chocolate aroma. A Criollo ‘98 and Piloto Cubano Dominican filler blend […]

The History of Cigar Bands

Seen by some as meaningless ornament and by others as a treasured collector’s item, the cigar band has always been a subject of debate. But how exactly did modern cigar bands come to be? Conflicting legends have been passed down throughout the years and everything from Russian royalty to German fraud has been suggested as […]

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Introducing the Exciting and New Montecristo Pepe Mendez Pilotico Cigar!

We are proud to introduce Montecristo Pepe Mendez Pilotico, a very special ultra- premium cigar that is unlike any other. These beautiful smokes honor the long partnership between the Mendez family, a clan of distinguished tobacco farmers in the Dominican Republic for three generations, and Altadis U.S.A.’s famous Grupo de Maestros— an elite group of […]

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Cigar Store Indians: A History

The use of Native American imagery to represent tobacco shops dates back to 16th century Amsterdam, shortly after tobacco made its first entry into Europe. Wood carved statues of figures in feathered headdresses and skirts made of tobacco leaves appeared in storefronts advertising this new commodity. Most of these statues wore medallions around their necks, signifying […]