Best 25 Cigars 2024 [After Test 100 Cigar]

This is a list of the best 25 cigars 2024.

As a cigar lover for 20 years, I have tried many cigars. I think a good and premium cigar is always the client’s demand. Ad here today. I have compiled a list of the best 25 cigars 2024 to enjoy.

We start from San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto;

Top 25 Cigars 2023

1. San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto

The Garcia family in Nicaragua produces the San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto at the My Father cigar factory. This mix combines long filler tobaccos and an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with a Nicaraguan binder. The body profile of the San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto is medium to full-bodied. When smoked, this Garcia family stick has a nice natural sweetness and overtones of coffee and spice.

1. san cristobal quintessence robusto
1. san cristobal quintessence robusto

Specifications

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Size: 6 x 52

Strength: Medium/Full

Price: $8.75

Video of San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto

2. Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda

The Brazilian Seco binder and Ecuadorian wrapper combine to create the Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda. Todos os Santos Bay’s sweet and spicy Mata Fina tobaccos and tobacco from the Dominican Republic are used to make the filler. Chocolate, licorice, coffee, salt & pepper, and sweet notes come through in the blend’s rich scent and flavour. The body profile of the Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda is medium. This is a stick that shines in any cigar magazine.

Maybe you want Davidoff Yamasa Robusto Review.

2. davidoff escurio corona gorda

Specifications

Format: Corona Gorda

Ring Gauge: 46

Length (inch): 6

Smoking Time: 35 minutes

Wrapper: Ecuador

Binder: Brazil seco

Filler: Brazil, Dominican Republic

Strength: 3

Review video of Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda

3. Perdomo Small Batch 2005 Maduro

Cigar Journal gives it 92 points. A ten-year aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan filler tobacco, a Cuban-seed Nicaraguan binder, and an aged Cuban-seed Nicaraguan Maduro wrapper are the components of the Pedromo Small Batch Series Maduro. The rich sweet flavour of the medium-to full-bodied profile is complemented by notes of cocoa and coffee towards the end.

3. perdomo small batch 2005 maduro
3. perdomo small batch 2005 maduro

Specifications

Strength: Full

Brand: Perdomo Small Batch Maduro

Size: 5 x 54

Wrapper: Nicaraguan

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler; Nicaraguan

Origin: Nicaragua

Shape: Belicoso

Video of Perdomo Small Batch 2005 Maduro

4. Aging Room Pelo de Oro

AJ Fernandez debuted the Ageing Room Pelo de Oro Scherzo for Boutique Blends in 2016. This robust blend has a stunning Pelo de Oro wrapper from Nicaragua, a top-notch Nicaraguan binder, and a Pelo de Oro filler.

Maybe you want to read Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Maestro Review.

4. aging room pelo de oro
4. aging room pelo de oro

Specifications

Wrapper: Nicaraguan Cuban Seed

Binder: Nicaraguan Pelo de Oro

Filler: Nicaraguan Pelo de Oro

Size: 5.5 x 55 “Scherzo”

Body: Medium/Full

Price: $13.90

Humidor Time: 7 weeks

Review video of Aging Room Pelo de Oro

5. El Centurion H-2K Connecticut

From Cigar Aficionado’s “Top Cigars of 2016,” here’s another tasty cigar. Unsurprisingly, Don Jose “Pepin” Garcia blended this. “H-2K-CT” denotes the hybrid wrapper of Cuban 2000seed cultivated in Connecticut. Nicaraguan filler and binder are also included in the medium-full strength profile.

5. el centurion h 2k connecticut
5. el centurion h 2k connecticut

Specifications

Wrapper: USA Connecticut Hybrid H-2K-CT

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Size: 6 x 52 “Toro-Box Pressed”

Body: Medium

Price: $8.10 MSRP

Review Video of El Centurion H-2K Connecticut

6. A.J. Fernandez Enclave Salomon

There is a robust yet elegant silhouette to the AJ Fernandez Enclave Figurado. Three different tobacco types are used in the blend: Habano wrapper, Cameroon binder, and Nicaraguan filler. The end product is a genuinely amazing blend of cinnamon, cedar, pepper, and spice with hints of cream. Cigar Aficionado gave Enclave a score of 92 points, making it one of the “Top Cigars of 2016”.

6. a.j. fernandez enclave salomon
6. a.j. fernandez enclave salomon

Specifications

VITOLA:   Salomon

SIZE:   6.5″ x 52

ORIGIN:   Nicaragua

FACTORY:   Tabacalera Fernandez

WRAPPER:   Ecuadorian Habano Rosado

BINDER:   Camaroon

FILLER:   Nicaraguan AFJ Piloto Cubano and AJF Select 

STRENGTH:   Medium – Full

Review video of A.J. Fernandez Enclave Salomon

7. Davidoff Yamasá Piramides

This excellent mix by Henke Kelner from the Dominican Republic’s Yamasá Valley offers a robust smoking experience. One of the best cigars has flavours of cedar, coffee, nuts, and spices.

7. davidoff yamasá piramides
7. davidoff yamasá piramides

Specifications

Cigar Review: Davidoff Yamasa

Country of Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: Tabadom

Wrapper: Yamasá

Binder: San Vicente from Yamasá

Filler: Nicaragua (Condega, Estelí) and Dominican Republic (Piloto, Mejorado)

Length: 6″

Ring Gauge: 52

Vitola: Piramide

Review video of Davidoff Yamasá Piramides

8. La Gloria Cubana Inmensos

The tobacco used in the special mix is cultivated in the Vuelta Abajo region. Balanced overtones of cashew, creaminess, flowery, graham cracker, and cedar are present in this medium-profile stogie. The quantity of this tasty jewel is only 5000 boxes. Only La Casa del Habano locations carry La Gloria Cubana Inmensos.

8. la gloria cubana inmensos
8. la gloria cubana inmensos

Specifications

Cigar Reviewed: La Gloria Cubana Inmensos (La Casa del Habano 2010)

Country of Origin: Cuba

Factory: Fernando Perez German

Wrapper: Cuba

Binder: Cuba

Filler: Cuba

Length: 6 1/2 Inches

Ring Gauge: 54

Vitola: Sublimes

Est. Price: $15 (Box of 10, $150)

Release Date: 2010

Number of Cigars Released: 5,000 Boxes of 10 Cigars (50,000 Total Cigars)

Review video of La Gloria Cubana Inmensos

9. Illusione Epernay Le Taureau

Delusions Pure Nicaraguan tobacco is used in the blend of Epernay Le Taureau. The strongest tobacco leaf variety, ligero, is not used in the production of this cigar, giving it a delightful medium-strength profile. The third cigar of the year according to Cigar Aficionado is a delightful combination of leathery undertones, nuts, and chocolate sweetness.

9. illusione epernay le taureau
9. illusione epernay le taureau

Specifications

Rating: 94

Price: $11.25

Made By: Fabrica de Tabacos Raices Cubanas S. de R.L.

Factory Location: Honduras

Dimensions: 5 1/2″ by 56 ring gauge

Filler: Nicaragua

Binder: Nicaragua

Wrapper: Nicaragua

Strength: Medium

Review video of Illusione Epernay Le Taureau

10. Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill

With a 96-point rating, this is Cigar Aficionado’s 2011 Cigar of the Year. Full-strength Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill has a Nicaraguan binder, a Honduran wrapper, and Honduran and Nicaraguan filler tobacco. This combination of tobacco exhibits aromas of spice, cocoa, and leather.

10. alec bradley prensado churchill
10. alec bradley prensado churchill

Specifications

Strength: Full

Size: 7 x 48

Wrapper: Honduran Corojo

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran

Origin: Honduras

Shape: Churchill

Rating: 94

Review video of Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill

11. San Lotano Connecticut Robusto

A moderate to medium profile stick ranks No. 2 on Cigar Journal’s list of the best cigars of 2012. Master cigar maker AJ Fernandez’s San Lotano Connecticut Robusto is a mix he developed from his grandfather’s original Cuban recipe. There are hints of cream, almonds, and wood in the flavour.

11. san lotano connecticut robusto
11. san lotano connecticut robusto

Specifications

Brands; San Lotano Requiem Connecticut

Cigar Shape; Robusto

Cigar section; Round

Cigar length; 5″

Origin; Nicaragua

Cigar Ring Gauge; 52

Strength; MILD

Wrapper Color; Natural

Single Packaging; Cellophane

Rolling Type; Handmade

Cigar Manufacturer: AJ Fernandez

Cigar wrapper; Ecuadorian

Review video of San Lotano Connecticut Robusto

12. Oliva Serie V Melanio Figurado

The V Series Oliva Melanio Figurado is a powerful and rich blend of filler from the Jalapa Valley Ligero, a Nicaraguan binder, and an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. It is a treasure with plenty of body and strength for your cigar notebook.

Maybe you want to read Oliva Serie V Melanio Churchill’s review.

12. oliva serie v melanio figurado
12. oliva serie v melanio figurado

Specifications

Rating: 96

Price: $14.00

Factory Location: Nicaragua

Dimensions: 6 1/2″ by 52 ring gauge

Filler: Nicaragua

Binder: Nicaragua

Wrapper: Ecuado

Review video of Oliva Serie V Melanio Figurado

13. Liga Privada Unico Serie Ratzilla by Drew Estate

This stick features filler from Nicaragua and Honduras, a Brazilian Mata Fina binder, and a Connecticut Habano wrapper. Notes of spice and graham cracker sweetness permeate the entire profile.

13. liga privada unico serie ratzilla by drew estate
13. liga privada unico serie ratzilla by drew estate

Specifications

Wrapper: Connecticut River Valley Stalk Cut & Cured Sun Grown Habano

Binder: Plantation Grown Brazilian Mata Fina

Filler: Nicaraguan, Honduran

Size: 6.25 x 46 “Corona Gorda”

Body: Full

Price: $14.00-16.00

Humidor Aging Time: 9 Months

Review video of Liga Privada Unico Serie Ratzilla by Drew Estate

14. Montecristo New York Connoisseur Edition

The ingredients of this Altadis U.S.A. blend are a Habano wrapper from Ecuador, a binder from Nicaragua, and filler from the Dominican Republic. The energy of New York enthusiasts is reflected in the cigar. Savour the medium strength, which has flavours of coffee, chocolate, and dried fruit.

14. montecristo new york connoisseur edition
14. montecristo new york connoisseur edition

Specifications

Strength: Medium

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Dominican

Origin: Dominican Republic

Review video of Montecristo New York Connoisseur Edition

15. Warlock Robusto

This Altadis U.S.A. Inc. stick has a long-filler tobacco blend from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, an Ecuadorian binder, and an Ecuadorian wrapper. The flavour of the potent Warlock blend is earthy, leathery, and salty, with a woodsy aftertaste.

15. warlock robusto
15. warlock robusto

Specifications

Rating: 92

Price: $6.25

Made By: Agros Tobacos Industriales

Factory Location: Nicaragua

Dimensions: 4 3/4″ by 54 ring gauge

Filler: Nicaragua, Dom. Rep.

Binder: Nicaragua

Wrapper: Ecuador

Strength: Full

Review video of Warlock Robusto

16. Illusione Fume d’Amour Clementes

Pure Nicaraguan tobacco is used in the blend of Illusione Fume d’Amour Clementes. This is a smooth cigar with sweet notes of cream, cocoa, and nougat, along with a nutty cashew flavour.

16. illusione fume d’amour clementes
16. illusione fume d’amour clementes

Specifications

Wrapper: Nicaraguan

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Size: 6.5 x 48 “Clementes”

Body: Medium/Full

Price: $9.50

Review video of Illusione Fume d’Amour Clementes

17. E.P. Carrillo La Historia E-III

For two years, the Perez-Carrillo family laboured on this blend. To make this wonderful cigar, they used Nicaraguan filler, an Ecuadorian binder, and a Mexican wrapper. Box-pressed, medium-full profile, Savor nuanced notes of sweetness on the end and complex notes of cocoa, espresso, soil, and nuts.

17. e.p. carrillo la historia e iii
17. e.p. carrillo la historia e iii

Specifications

Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés

Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra

Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican

Size: 5.375 x 52 “El Senador-Box Pressed)

Body: Medium/Full

Price: $8.50

Review video of E.P. Carrillo La Historia E-III

18. Aging Room Quattro F55 Concerto

With an Indonesian wrapper and Dominican Republic filler and binder, this is a tasty stogie. The Ageing Room Quattro F55 Concerto has a full-bodied, medium-to-full strength. You can taste roasted coffee beans, wood, sweet orange, and spice in this box-pressed combination.

Maybe you want to read Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua Maestro Review.

17. e.p. carrillo la historia e iii
17. e.p. carrillo la historia e iii

Specifications

Specifications

Wrapper: Sumatran 2003

Binder: Dominican

Filler: Dominican

Size: 7 x 50 “Concerto Churchill”

Body: Medium/Full

Price: $7.75

Review video of Aging Room Quattro F55 Concerto

19. Davidoff Nicaragua Toro

Cigars made by Davidoff are renowned for being among the best. It’s the same with the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro. This blend received a 95 out of 100 rating from Cigar Aficionado. All of the tobacco used to make the stick comes from Nicaragua. Its flavours are medium-bodied and include notes of flowery, espresso, and leather.

19. davidoff nicaragua toro
19. davidoff nicaragua toro

Specifications

Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano Rosado (10-year-aged Cuban-seed)

Binder: Nicaraguan (Jalapa)

Filler: Nicaraguan (Condega, Estelí Ligero & Ometepe)

Size: 5.5 x 54 “Toro”

Body: Medium/Full

Price: $17.20

Review video of Davidoff Nicaragua Toro

20. La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

The Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper of the Andalusian Bull is blended with Dominican binder and filler to create a full-profiled cigar. You’ll taste notes of citrus, spices, caramel, leather, and milk chocolate in this torpedo.

Maybe you want to read Flor de las Antillas Toro review.

20. la flor dominicana andalusian bull
20. la flor dominicana andalusian bull

Specifications

Wrapper: Ecuadorian

Binder: Dominican

Filler: Dominican

Size: 6.5 x 64 Figurado

Strength: Medium

Price: $15.00

Review video of La Flor Dominicana Andalusian Bull

21. Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Belicoso

This outstanding mix from Arturo Fuente consists of a Cameroon wrapper, a Dominican binder, and filler. The dark chocolate flavour is complemented by wood, almonds, and a sweet-sour finish in the medium-full profile.

21. arturo fuente don carlos belicoso
21. arturo fuente don carlos belicoso

Specifications

Cigar: Arturo Fuente Don Carlos

Wrapper: Cameroon

Binder: Dominican Republic

Filler: Dominican Republic

Length: 5 3/8

Ring Gauge: 52

Size: Belicoso

Review video of Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Belicoso

22. Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Limited Edition 2011 Maduro

Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo longfillers, a Honduran binder, and a Honduran Rosado wrapper all adorn this medium-bodied jewel. La Palina El Diario has a lot of sweetness along with aromas of mocha, almonds, and leather.

22. jaime garcia reserva especial limited edition 2011 maduro
22. jaime garcia reserva especial limited edition 2011 maduro

Specifications

Cigar: Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Robusto

Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro

Binder: Honduras

Filler: Nicaragua

Length: 5.25 Inches

Ring Gauge: 52

Review video of Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial Limited Edition 2011 Maduro

23. My Father Le Bijou 1922 Torpedo Box Pressed

Cigar Aficionado’s #1 cigar of the year is this one, A Nicaraguan tobacco blend with a medium-full profile. With a lengthy, sweet, and salty finish, the Torpedo vitola has all the complexity of dark chocolate, raisins, and leather.

23. my father le bijou 1922 torpedo box pressed
23. my father le bijou 1922 torpedo box pressed

Specifications

Wrapper: Nicaragua

Binder: Nicaragua

Filler: Nicaragua

Vitola: 6 ⅛ x 52 box press torpedo

Price: $ 11

Review video of My Father Le Bijou 1922 Torpedo Box Pressed

24. Rocky Patel Royale Toro

There would be no such list without a Rocky Patel cigar. The main ingredients of this mix are Honduran and Nicaraguan long fillers, a wrapper from Ecuador called Sumatra, and binders from Connecticut called Broadleaf and Connecticut Shade. The taste has undertones of almond, espresso, spice, and leather, with an underlying earthiness. A cigar with a medium to full body that is sure to please.

24. rocky patel royale toro
24. rocky patel royale toro

Specifications

Rating: 94

Price: $9.35

Made By: Tavicusa

Factory Location: Nicaragua

Dimensions: 6 1/2″ by 54 ring gauge

Filler: Nicaragua

Binder: U.S.A/Conn. Broadleaf, U.S.A./Conn. Shade

Wrapper: Ecuador

Review video of Rocky Patel Royale Toro

25. La Palina El Diario

Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo longfillers, a Honduran binder, and a Honduran Rosado wrapper all adorn this medium-bodied jewel. La Palina El Diario has a lot of sweetness along with aromas of mocha, almonds, and leather.

25. la palina el diario
25. la palina el diario

Specifications

Country of Origin: Honduras

Factory: Fabrica de Tobacos Raices Cubanas

Wrapper: Honduran Corojo ’99 Rosado

Binder: Honduran Criollo ’98 (x2)

Filler: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 and Criollo ’98

Review video of La Palina El Diario

Wrapping Up

Any of the cigars on this list are excellent choices if you’re searching for the greatest cigars from 2011 to 2016. There’s a cigar on this list that will satisfy your palate, regardless of whether you like a robust, full-bodied smoke or a soft, creamy smoke.

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FAQ

What is the #1 rated cigar?

I think the best cigar is San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto, I love its taste and aroma, it always gets me buzzed. Maybe you want to read Do Cigars Give You a Buzz.

What are the top 3 cigar brands?

1. Cohiba;
2. Romeo y Julieta;
3. Montecristo

What is the best tasting cigar?

San Cristobal Quintessence Robusto.

Which country makes best cigars?

In my experience, the top three countries for cigar production are the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Honduras.

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