Selecting your first cigar — or even your next one — should be a pleasurable experience, though it can feel a little daunting with so many options available.
If you’re a new or occasional smoker, starting with a milder brand will help you appreciate the flavours without being overwhelmed. As your palate develops, you may wish to explore medium- to full-bodied cigars for greater depth and complexity.
For the seasoned aficionado, the choice might be to return to a trusted favourite or venture into a different marque, continuing the fascinating journey through the world of handmade premium cigars.
For Beginners
If you’re new to the world of Havana cigars, these brands offer an ideal introduction — approachable in strength yet rich in flavour, setting the stage for your cigar journey.
- Bolivar Corona J – 4 3/8″ × 42
Medium-bodied, earthy and robust for its size, with notes of cocoa and spice. - Hoyo de Monterrey Petit Robusto – 4″ × 50
Light-bodied and creamy with subtle cedar and floral sweetness. - Punch Coronations – 5 1/8″ × 42 (tubed)
Medium-bodied with woody and nutty notes, consistent and easy to enjoy. - Partagas Short – 4 3/8″ × 42
Short but full of flavour — earthy, peppery and rich. A bold option for beginners. - Rafael Gonzalez Perlas – 4″ × 40
Light-bodied with delicate coffee, cedar, and cream notes. - Montecristo No.3 – 5 5/8″ × 42
Medium-bodied, balanced with cocoa, coffee, and vanilla notes. - H.Upmann Coronas Majors Tubo – 5 1/8″ × 42
Mild to medium with subtle sweetness, cedar, and nutty flavours. - Cuaba Tradicionales – 4 3/4″ × 42 (Perfecto)
Mild to medium, woody and floral, unique shape for beginners to explore. - Montecristo No.4 – 5 1/8″ × 42
Medium-bodied, creamy cocoa, vanilla, and leather. A worldwide favourite. - Cohiba Siglo I – 4″ × 40
Medium-bodied, grassy and creamy with signature Cohiba refinement. - Romeo y Julieta Cedros No.3 – 5 1/8″ × 42
Medium-bodied, smooth cedar and light spice, wrapped in cedar for ageing.
For Seasoned Smokers
For the more experienced palate, the journey often turns toward fuller-bodied, richer smokes. These cigars deliver greater depth, complexity, and intensity of flavour, rewarding slow and thoughtful enjoyment.
- Bolivar Royal Coronas – 4 7/8″ × 50
Full-bodied, earthy, cocoa, leather and spice. Powerful yet refined. - Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas – 7 5/8″ × 49
Medium-bodied, elegant and creamy with cedar, nuts, and florals. - Cohiba Especiales – 7 1/2″ × 38 (Lancero)
Medium-full, grassy and spicy with honeyed smoothness. - Romeo y Julieta Exhibition No.4 – 5″ × 50
Medium-bodied, floral, cedar, and nuts with gentle spice. - Partagas Serie D No.4 – 4 7/8″ × 50
Full-bodied, earthy, peppery and bold — a classic robusto. - Punch Double Coronas – 7 5/8″ × 49
Medium-bodied, wood, leather, and gentle spice. - H. Upmann Sir Winston – 7″ × 47
Medium-bodied, creamy, nutty, with complex evolution through the smoke.
After Dinner Cigars
After a satisfying meal, many smokers enjoy indulging in a longer, more complex cigar. Crafted to linger, these selections offer layered flavours that pair beautifully with a fine whisky, brandy, or espresso.
- Bolivar Royal Coronas– 4 7/8″ × 50
Strong, earthy, peppery robusto — ideal post-meal. - Hoyo Epicure No.2 – 4 7/8″ × 50
Light-medium, creamy cedar and floral honey. - Punch Double Coronas – 7 5/8″ × 49
Medium, nutty, woody, with great balance. - Partagas Lusitanias – 7 5/8″ × 49
Full-bodied powerhouse, earthy, spicy, with long finish. - H. Upmann Magnum 50 – 6 3/8″ × 50
Medium-bodied, smooth cedar and subtle cocoa sweetness. - Cohiba Robusto – 4 7/8″ × 50
Medium-full, creamy, grassy, with pepper and leather. - Cohiba Siglo IV – 5 5/8″ × 46
Medium-bodied, grassy, smooth, elegant balance. - Cohiba Esplendidos – 7″ × 47
Medium-full, grassy, creamy, with refined spice. - Cuaba Exclusivos – 6 1/4″ × 46 (Perfecto)
Medium-bodied, woody and floral complexity. - H. Upmann Sir Winston – 7″ × 47
Medium-bodied, creamy and complex, with nutty notes.
Morning Cigars
For those who enjoy a cigar with their morning coffee, at the office, or even on a brisk walk, a shorter, lighter cigar is often the perfect choice.
- Cohiba Panetelas – 4 1/2″ × 26
Light, grassy, creamy — ideal with espresso. - H. Upmann Regalia – 5 1/8″ × 42
Mild-medium, cedar and nutty flavours, easy to enjoy. - Hoyo de Monterrey Du Député – 4 3/4″ × 38
Mild, creamy, floral, with subtle sweetness. - H. Upmann Coronas Major Tubos – 5 1/8″ × 42
Mild-medium, cedar, coffee, with consistent draw. - Montecristo Joyitas – 4 1/2″ × 26
Medium, short, quick, earthy and cocoa hints.
Cigars for Anytime
Some cigars are so versatile they can be enjoyed at almost any time of day. Whether it’s a quiet moment at home, a catch-up with friends, or simply a well-earned break, these cigars don’t require a special occasion — just light up and enjoy.
El Rey del Mundo Choix Suprême – 5″ × 48
Medium, creamy, sweet, floral with light spice.
Cohiba Siglo II – 5″ × 42
Medium, grassy, creamy, balanced Cohiba elegance.
Punch Punch – 5 5/8″ × 46
Medium-bodied, woody, earthy, with spice.
Romeo y Julieta Cedros De Luxe No.2 – 5 1/2″ × 42
Medium, cedar-aged, floral, balanced flavour.
Montecristo No.1 – 6 1/2″ × 42
Medium, cocoa, leather, and gentle spice.
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