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San Cristóbal de la Habana: The City in a Cigar
A connoisseur's guide to San Cristóbal de la Habana — the boutique Habanos marca that frames Old Havana in tobacco, from its honey-and-cedar everyday vitolas to its sought-after regional and Casa del Habano editions.
Read moreabout San Cristóbal de la Habana: The City in a Cigar
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.
Ramón Allones: The Connoisseur's Cuban
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.




