The best cigars for Christmas and the festive season, hand-picked by our buyers: rich, celebratory smokes for the fireside, elegant choices for gifting, and drink pairings to match the occasion.

Light, short and elegant cigars to enjoy before dinner with a drink, hand-picked by our buyers — Cuban and New World smokes that suit a fresh palate ahead of the meal.

The best summer cigars for warm weather: light, bright Connecticut and claro-wrapped picks for the beach, the garden and long summer evenings, hand-picked by our buyers at Chaveta.

The best Cuban cigars to try in 2026, hand-picked by our buyers across Cohiba, Montecristo, Partagas, Hoyo and more, spanning mild everyday smokes to full-bodied icons worth saving.

The best Cohiba cigars explained by our buyers: how to climb the marque's ladder from an approachable Siglo to the Robusto, Esplendidos and rarefied Behike by palate and budget.

Our buyers' pick of the best full bodied cigars for experienced smokers, balancing bold Cuban marques like Partagas and Bolivar with powerful Nicaraguan blends from Plasencia and Oliva.