Camacho is one of the New World's boldest houses, built on potent Honduran Corojo and rounded out by smooth Connecticut and rich Broadleaf blends. Here is how the lines differ, which vitola to reach for, and how to find your way in.

One of Havana's oldest marcas, Punch is prized for warm, earthy, full-flavoured Cuban character — leather, cocoa and cedar in beautifully constructed cigars. Our guide covers the history, the key vitolas in millimetres and ring gauge, flavour notes, and how to choose, store and enjoy a Punch.

A connoisseur's guide to Bolívar, Havana's most formidable full-bodied marca: its history, signature flavour profile, the vitolas worth knowing, and how to choose, store and savour these powerful Cuban cigars.

Partagás is the benchmark for full-bodied Havana flavour — earthy, leathery and spiced. This guide covers the brand's history, its signature blend, the vitolas worth knowing and how to enjoy them at their best.

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.