Cigar Journal

Single Bolivar Belicosos Finos Cuban cigar resting on a stack of black Bolivar Reserva Habanos boxes

Bolívar Cigars: Bold Strength from Havana

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.

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Partagas Salomones Cuban cigar resting on a copper ashtray before a roaring fireplace on a rustic wooden table

Partagás: Full-Flavoured Cuban Power

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.

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Romeo y Julieta Linea de Oro cigar resting on a red lacquered box with gold medallion, a luxury Cuban cigar close-up

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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Hoyo de Monterrey Cuban cigar resting on a crystal ashtray beside a single malt whisky bottle in a moody lounge

Hoyo de Monterrey: Light, Elegant Havanas

A connoisseur's guide to Hoyo de Monterrey — the lightest, most elegant of the classic Havana marcas — with its history, signature vitolas, flavour profile and the cigars worth seeking out.

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El Rey del Mundo: A King of Mild Havanas

A complete guide to El Rey del Mundo, the elegant, mild-bodied Havana brand. Discover its 19th-century heritage, signature flavour profile, the most rewarding vitolas to explore, and how to enjoy and store these refined Cuban cigars.

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