Nicaragua may be the single most influential and important tobacco-producing country in the world. Cigars from Nicaragua are some of the highest rated and best-loved on the market, and dozens of famous brands produce Nicaraguan cigars regularly.
There are four foremost tobacco growing areas in Nicaragua — Esteli, Condega, Jalapa, and Ometepe. Each of these regions possesses exceptional soil and climatic conditions that give its tobacco varying characteristics. Generally speaking, Nicaraguan tobacco is known for its bold and flavorful nature.
Esteli has dark, dense soil, leading to tobacco that has significant spice. Jalapa leaves are sweet and aromatic due to the sand-like soil. Ometepe boasts rich, volcanic soil, which gives its tobacco beautifully balanced strength and flavor. Lastly, Condega features rough, rocky terrain and a great deal of cloud cover, resulting in leaves that are strong, flavorful, and slightly sweet.
Brands such as AJ Fernandez, Perdomo, Plasencia, Oliva, Drew Estate, Villiger, and Joya de Nicaragua all operate factories in Estelí.
Check out some of the highest-rated cigars that contain Nicaraguan tobacco below.
DieselBackyard BBQ Series Burnt Ends
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CAOAmerica 250th Anniversary
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MacanudoEcuadorian Shade
Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade brings a modern refinement to the brand’s iconic smoothness. Crafted in Estelí, this box‑pressed blend uses a naturally clou…
MacanudoSumatra
Macanudo Sumatra marks a milestone for the brand—the first time a Sumatra wrapper has ever been used on a Macanudo cigar. Richer, bolder, yet still un…
La Gloria CubanaIntención
La Gloria Cubana began with the intention to create enjoyable, fullerbodied cigars at a price all cigar lovers could access. In 2026, La Gloria Cubana…
CohibaSerie M Reserva Plata
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CAOSpeed Shop
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CohibaC8 2025
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CAOArcana Stokk
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Alec BradleyKintsugi Wabi Sabi
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Big Sky Cigar Co.Chocolate Minnow
First third: Delivers smooth cocoa notes with creamy dark chocolate and a dusting of pepper and light sweetness, plus an airy coffee aroma. Midsection…
DieselBackyard Barbecue Series - Pulled Pork
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DieselWhiskey Row Founder's Collection Raceking
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SilencioSilencio Serie M Reserva Roja
Handcrafted here in the USA by Certified Level 9 Rollers, Silencio Serie M Reserva Roja is the latest chapter in the critically acclaimed Silencio Ser…
Big Sky Cigar Co.Blonde Minnow
First third: Soft and smooth—notes of honey, almond, and soft wood dominate; retrohale offers subtle pepper spice. Midpoint: Creamy character continue…
Alec BradleyFilthy Hooligan
.The Black Market Filthy Hooligan cigar is intriguing with its Toro (6x50) size and a blend that includes Honduran and Panamanian long-fillers. The co…
Alec BradleyShamrock
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League of Fat BastardsSerie-O
Bold. Spicy. Built to leave a mark.
Wrapped in Mexican San Andrés Oscuro, the LOFB Serie-O delivers a smoke that’s dark and layered. A step-up from t…
DieselFool's Errand - Worthy Fool
Meet the Diesel Worthy Fool. This limited edition perfecto, draped in an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, is the full-bodied brainchild of AJ Fernandez and…
El Mago CigarsDisco
The Disco cigar line marks the first time El Mago Cigars has released a long, thick toro cigar measuring in at 6”*60. The line was named after the Dis…
Alec BradleySafe Keepings
The life of a cigar maker is akin to that of a chef, toiling around day in and day out, trying to achieve the creation of a perfect recipe. Cigar blen…
SilencioRiviera
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DieselWhiskey Row Founder's Collection Mizunara
Whiskey and cigars go hand in hand. With you in mind, Diesel wanted to craft a blend that pairs with Rabbit Hole’s best Mizunara Bourbon. It celebrate…
CAOFASA Noche
CAO Fasa Noche is a testament to the art of cigar making, offering a smoking experience that is both complex and consistently enjoyable. Its carefully…
CohibaSerie M 2024 Reserva Roja
Handcrafted here in the USA by Certified Level 9 Rollers, Cohiba Serie M Reserva Roja is the latest chapter in the critically acclaimed Cohiba Serie M…