Top 10 Best Cigars

Conquistador Robusto Maduro is a well-earned favourite. A medium-strength cigar rolled with selected Condega and Jalapa leaves, then finished off with a silky Maduro wrapper. Not only are these ideal for an everyday smoke but they are also very good value for money. No wonder they are so popular!

As a beginner cigar smoker, you might be overwhelmed by the large selection of brands, flavours, tobaccos, sizes and strengths available to choose from. It may feel overwhelming, and as a first-time smoker, you probably won’t taste the difference. So… Our recommendation for you is Rafael Gonzalez Perla. The Perla a very well-made Cuban cigar, perfectly rolled, and feels nice between the fingers. It is also a mild cigar that only lasts a small 20-30 mins, so you won’t feel overwhelmed. Following this, you can experiment with different strengths, sizes, and flavours – but to start, this is a safe option that is enjoyed by everyone.

Each and every month we bring a new cigar into our collection, featured as the ‘Cigar of the Month’. They vary in origin, vitola and flavour profile to bring a diverse selection of new cigars for you to try. Some months, the cigar we get in is a popular, well-known brand; and other times it will be more unique, or specially selected in theme for events taking place within the month.

Some Previous Cigar of the Months:

• Drew Estate Undercrown 10 (August 2024)
• My Father Connecticut (June 2024 – Selected for Father’s Day)
• Black Label Santa Muerte (December 2023 – ‘Santa’ for Christmas)

If you are a cigar enthusiast, this is the perfect way to try some noteworthy cigars at a special price. Once the month ends, we will continue to stock the cigars if we have positive feedback – so make sure you tell us or leave a review!

The Kristoff Medium Sample Pack is the best way to introduce yourself to the famous blends of Kristoff’s cigars. This pack includes four of their world-famous medium cigars. They are sealed in a humidified bag keeping the four different time-tested and connoisseur-approved blends at their best in ready-to-light condition. It’s a great gift for loved ones who enjoy smoking cigars.

The Guantanamera Cristales Cigars are our go-to recommendation for a wedding. They have a Cuban origin and a very mild strength (1/5), making it perfect if you don’t smoke often and want to purchase a one-off cigar for the special day. You can relax knowing your cigar is pre-cut and protected in its glass tube – which is ideal for travelling to your wedding destination. You can enjoy this light-bodied cigar for 60 minutes, at a very affordable price of £10.

We have chosen this cigar because of the translation of the Arabic name ‘Ehtefal’ meaning “Celebration”. Nestor Andres Plasencia once said, “Just as the roots of tobacco come together and become stronger, we too are stronger together.” therefore this cigar was specially designed by the Plasencia family for events that bring people together. It holds five generations of effort and affection to achieve tobacco of excellent quality from the union of two cultures, resulting in an amazing cigar, perfect for celebrating.

The Rocky Patel Brand is fairly new within the cigar industry, but that doesn’t stop it from being one of the top brands on the market. Rocky Patel is known for its quality, reflecting its reputation and popularity with customers.

Since the introduction of Rocky Patel Seed to Smoke’, it has quickly become a best-selling cigar here at 1865 Cigars. Described as “A quality cigar that doesn’t break the bank”, we recommend this medium-bodied cigar to anyone who wants to taste the high-quality Rocky Patel tobacco at an incredibly low price.

Montecristo is one of the best-loved and best-known cigar brands in the world. Part of the Habanos portfolio, this Cuban cigar brand is one of their top lines, boasting the most popular Cuban cigar in the world, the Montecristo No.4; and one we would certainly recommend you try!  A great cigar if you are a novice smoker or an aficionado, this cigar has a great earthy taste accompanied by the classic tang that Montecristo has become known for.

The cigar is not too full-bodied nor too light and provides a fairly intense smoke due to the cigar’s stout figure. You’ll be rewarded with a smooth smoke that offers deliciously balanced flavours of coffee, cocoa, vanilla and caramel.

This is a cigar that is definitely worth every penny.

The Altar Q is a very unique cigar created in the passion and interest of the Honduran ancient roots, specifically the Mayan Empire in Copan, which has a fascinating story and is where the tobacco roots came from. This cigar was created in rendition of the most important monument in Mayan history “Altar Q”. The Altar Q box cigar was specially designed in a 16-count box that is a replica of the altar imagery and concept of the monument itself.  Each cigar represents one of the 16 Copan rulers and they are placed in the same order that they appear in the monument.

Tabak Especial was a previous Cigar of The Month from February 2023 and was very popular due to its unique flavour profile. The cigar was developed over 5 years, resulting in the rich tobacco being slowly infused with the finest estate-grown coffee from the fertile mountains of Nicaragua. This luxurious cigar is perfect if you want a smooth, rich, sweet and earthy experience and is a true upgrade from any other flavoured cigar.