Cigar Journal

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Romeo y Julieta Cigars: The Romance of Havana

Romeo y Julieta is one of Havana's most beloved marques — a medium-bodied, endlessly approachable brand named for Shakespeare's lovers and crowned by the legendary Churchill. Here is everything you need to know about its history, vitolas, flavour and how best to enjoy it.

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Half Corona & Short Cigars: Great Smokes for Less Time

A half corona or short cigar delivers genuine, full-bodied character in twenty to forty minutes — the ideal companion for a busy day or a quiet espresso. Here is how the small vitolas work and which to reach for.

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Trinidad Cigars: The Cuban Brand Born for Diplomats

Once gifted only by Cuba's senior figures and now a coveted Havana in its own right, Trinidad pairs an aromatic, refined profile with elegant vitolas. Here is everything to know about the brand, its key cigars and how to enjoy them.

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Por Larrañaga: A Guide to Havana's Oldest Marca

Founded in 1834, Por Larrañaga is Havana's oldest cigar brand — a connoisseur's marca prized for its mild-to-medium elegance, refined cedar-and-honey character and exquisite construction. Here is everything you need to know about its history, vitolas, flavour and how best to enjoy it.

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What Is a Lancero? The Connoisseur's Vitola

The lancero is a long, slender cigar — classically around 192mm by a 38 ring gauge — prized by seasoned aficionados for the way its narrow form concentrates wrapper flavour and rewards patience. Here is what defines it, how it smokes and which to reach for first.

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Oliva Cigars: A Guide to Nicaraguan Excellence

Oliva is one of Nicaragua's most celebrated cigar houses, prized for the bold, refined Serie V and the silky Serie O. Our guide covers the family story, the core lines, vitola sizes, flavour profiles, ideal occasions and how to store them beautifully.

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