IntroductionThe history of cigars is rich with names that shaped the industry into what it is today. Long before cigars became a symbol of luxury and tradition around the world, a few visionary men laid the foundation for this craft, bringing their passion for tobacco and excellence to a new... IntroductionThe history of cigars is rich with names that shaped the industry into what it is today. Long before cigars became a symbol of luxury and tradition around the world, a few visionary men laid the foundation for this craft, bringing their passion for tobacco and excellence to a new...

IntroductionCigars have been part of U.S. history for centuries, but their journey to becoming a staple of the American market is truly fascinating. From the first European settlers who learned about tobacco through Indigenous peoples to the transformation of South Florida into the epicenter of cigars, this is the story... IntroductionCigars have been part of U.S. history for centuries, but their journey to becoming a staple of the American market is truly fascinating. From the first European settlers who learned about tobacco through Indigenous peoples to the transformation of South Florida into the epicenter of cigars, this is the story...

In the heart of Estelí, Nicaragua—at Pelota El Centenario, four blocks east on the road to La Concordia—stands Tabacalera Aragón. It’s more than just a cigar factory; it’s the realization of a dream passed down through generations. This story begins in San Juan y Martínez, Pinar del Río, Cuba. There,... In the heart of Estelí, Nicaragua—at Pelota El Centenario, four blocks east on the road to La Concordia—stands Tabacalera Aragón. It’s more than just a cigar factory; it’s the realization of a dream passed down through generations. This story begins in San Juan y Martínez, Pinar del Río, Cuba. There,...