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Top Cigars to Smoke During the Kentucky Derby
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The most exciting 2 minutes in sports is set to take place this Saturday, and we simply couldn’t miss this opportunity to talk about our favorite cigars to enjoy at the race track. Here are the best cigars for the Kentucky Derby — whether you plan on attending the event, going to a sports bar to watch, or enjoying it at home.
Cigar World’s Definitive List of the Best Cigarillos
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Cigarillos are a popular choice for fans of premium cigars. After all, many established brands like Drew Estate, Hoyo de Monterrey, and Joya De Nicaragua (among many others) offer products in the cigarillo size. The appeal is easy to see: cigarillos are flavorful and satisfying, but they’re also super convenient, quick to smoke, and typically cost less than a traditional premium cigar. But just what are cigarillos? Which brands make the best cigarillos? And what’s the difference between cigarillos and short cigars? We’ll answer all that — PLUS, we’ll provide a few recommendations too. Check it out!
Top Lunar New Year Cigars
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For decades, some of the cigar industry's biggest names have celebrated the Lunar New Year with limited-edition releases of incredible quality. Today, we’ll list the top Lunar New Year Cigars launched for the Year of the Snake (2025). Check them out here:
Cigars for Celebrations: Welcoming in the New Year
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There are countless “good reasons” to light up a cigar. Cigar lovers may smoke to explore a new tobacco variety or to unwind after a long day. However, the best reason to smoke a cigar may just be to celebrate a holiday or other special occasion. With 2024 nearly over, today we’re going to spotlight five cigars that will enhance any party — from New Year’s Eve and beyond!
Cigar World’s Guide to Exploring Hybrid Tobacco Blends
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Discover hybrid tobacco. Explore hybrid tobacco cigar blends and how master blenders craft hybrid tobaccos here.
7 of the Best Reviewed Cigars on Cigar World
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Much is made about cigar reviews. Check out any cigar brand’s website, and you’ll be sure to see displays indicating the plaudits the company has earned over the years. While we appreciate professional reviews, we also value how you, the actual consumer, rate cigars! That’s why we encourage our members to rate their favorite cigars, and that’s also why we’re sharing seven of the best-reviewed cigars on Cigar World.
Cigar World Deep Dive: American Tobacco
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Within the cigar industry, America is often viewed as a consumer of premium cigars instead of a producer. But that simply doesn’t tell the whole story. Cigar makers regularly utilize tobacco grown in the United States, and some of the biggest manufacturers still operate factories in America. Here, we’ll explore every aspect of American cigar tobacco and share a few of our favorite “USA cigars” to add to your collection.
Cigar World Deep Dive: Brazilian Mata Fina
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For some consumers, the quality of Brazilian tobacco comes as a surprise — even in 2024. While South America’s largest country is famous for its soccer team, beautiful beaches, and exports like coffee, it is not generally the first place people associate with incredible cigar tobacco. However, Brazilian tobacco, specifically Brazilian Mata Fina, has a rich history in the cigar industry. And the exotic and flavorful nature of Brazilian tobacco can captivate any smoker.
Cigar World Presents A Day with Drew Estate: Part One
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If you travel due west from the Miami International Airport, you will run right into the new Drew Estate headquarters, in Doral, Florida. Unfortunately, this is not a place for tourists to visit, but while Cigar World was in Miami, we thought we should spend some time with our friends at Drew Estate, so we spent the entire day with the team in Doral.
PCA 2024: Highlights & Recap
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The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) 2024 trade show is officially in the books! While PCA kicked off a little earlier this year than years prior, some of the biggest brands in the cigar industry used it as an opportunity to showcase new and exclusive products! Thankfully, Cigar World was there to provide a quick recap on all the highlights you may have missed at PCA 2024!


