Torpedo, pirámide, belicoso — the tapered figurado shapes are some of the most rewarding cigars to smoke, yet the names are endlessly confused. Here is a clear, practical guide to what sets each one apart, how they smoke, and which to reach for.

A complete guide to H. Upmann Cuban cigars: the brand's banking heritage, signature mild-to-medium profile, the essential vitolas to know, and how to choose, pair and store them with confidence.

AVO cigars are the smooth, medium-bodied Dominican blends created by jazz musician and composer Avo Uvezian. Our guide walks through the Classic, XO and Syncro lines, their key vitolas, flavour notes and the occasions each suits best.

A connoisseur's guide to Ramón Allones — the storied Cuban marque prized for its rich, full-bodied character, its iconic 8-9-8 vitola, and a coveted run of regional and limited editions. Discover the flavour, the history and the cigars worth seeking out.

Rafael González is one of Havana's most refined and understated marques, a brand built around the slender, aristocratic Lonsdale and prized for its gentle, cedary elegance. This guide explores its history, signature vitolas and how best to enjoy it.

A Churchill is a long, elegant cigar — typically around 178 mm with a 47 ring gauge — named after Sir Winston Churchill. Here we explore its dimensions, its history, the flavour it delivers and how to choose the right one for an unhurried evening.