Premium Cigars & Cigarillos

From premium handrolled cigars to smooth everyday cigarillos, Smokers Haven offers one of New Hampshire’s most complete cigar selections. Explore trusted brands, flavorful blends, and knowledgeable recommendations from staff who understand the products we carry.

Understanding Cigars

Anatomy of a
Premium Cigar

Every hand-rolled cigar is made from three distinct layers of tobacco leaf, each one contributing to the taste, burn, and overall character of the smoke.

The Wrapper

The outermost tobacco leaf is the most visible and arguably most important component. The wrapper can contribute up to 60% of a cigar's flavor. Darker wrappers (Maduro) are sweeter and fuller. Lighter wrappers (Claro/Natural) are milder and drier.

The Binder

This tobacco leaf holds the filler together inside the wrapper. The binder contributes to combustion quality, and a good binder ensures an even burn. Binder leaf is thicker and more elastic than wrapper leaf, selected for structural integrity.

The Filler

The filler is the core tobacco blend inside the cigar and is responsible for much of its strength, complexity, and flavor profile. Tobacco from regions like Nicaragrua, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras can contribute earthy, spicy, creamy, or nutty notes depending on the blend.

Cap & Cut

The cap (closed end) needs to be cut before smoking. A clean cut ensures proper draw. The foot (open end) is lit. A straight cutter, punch, or V-cut each produces a slightly different draw. Our staff can advise the best cut for each cigar size.

Cigar Profiles

Choose Your
Strength & Style

Cigars range from light and approachable to full-bodied and complex. Our staff will match you to the right profile with consideration for your experience level.

Mild Body

Smooth, creamy, and approachable. Perfect for beginners or those who prefer a lighter, more delicate smoke with low nicotine impact. Often Connecticut-wrapped with a dry, clean finish.

Connecticut Shade Claro wrapper Beginner-friendly

Medium Body

Balanced complexity — more flavor and body than mild cigars without overwhelming the palate. Notes of cedar, leather, earth, and spice. A great category for expanding your cigar repertoire.

Natural wrapper Earthy / Cedar Versatile

Full Body

Bold, rich, and complex — designed for experienced smokers. Maduro wrappers offer sweetness; Oscuro wrappers deliver deep, intense flavor with strong nicotine impact. Not for the faint-hearted.

Maduro / Oscuro Intense flavor Experienced smokers

Cigarillos & Gift Sticks

Smaller format cigars — quicker smoke, lower commitment. Backwoods, Game, and Black & Mild are popular everyday choices. Premium singles also make exceptional celebration gifts for any occasion.

Quick smoke Gift-ready All occasions

Brand Guide

Cigar Brands We
Carry In-Store

Our humidor carries some of the most respected names in premium cigars, from complex boutique blends to reliable everyday smokes. Every cigar we stock is chosen for consistent quality, freshness, and value.

Head to the humidor at your nearest Smokers Haven and let our team guide you through current inventory. We rotate new arrivals regularly and can special-order brands not on the shelf.

Infused
Acid Cigars
Drew Estate's award-winning line of infused cigars — unique botanical and aromatic blends for a one-of-a-kind smoking experience.
Prestige
Ashton Cigars
Connecticut-grown wrappers, Dominican fillers — one of the most beloved mild-to-medium brands in the world. Perfect first premium cigar.
Nicaraguan
Oliva Serie
Nicaraguan-forward blends with rich, complex flavor. The Serie V and Serie O are widely regarded as outstanding value for their price point.
Natural
Backwoods
The all-American cigarillo — rustic, unfinished, and unforgettable. A casual, accessible smoke that's stayed consistently popular for decades.

Brands In Our Humidor

A selection of our consistently stocked premium and everyday cigar brands across all Smokers Haven locations.

Acid (Drew Estate)
Infused, botanical blends: mild to medium body. Unique aromatic experience.
Popularity
Macanudo
Connecticut-wrapped, mild body: the gateway cigar for premium beginners.
Punch
Honduran-blend, medium-full body: excellent value and consistent quality.
Popularity
Backwoods
Natural leaf cigarillo: rustic and approachable. America's favorite everyday stick.
Popularity
Oliva & Partagas
Bold Nicaraguan and Cuban-heritage blends for the full-body cigar enthusiast.
Popularity
💡 Note: Stock rotates by location. Ask in-store for current humidor availability. Our staff can recommend alternates if your preferred brand is out.

Why Smokers Haven

New Hampshire's Most Trusted
Cigar Retailer

Experience

20+ Years in Business

Since 2001, Smokers Haven has been New Hampshire's most trusted tobacco retailer. Our cigar buyers have spent two decades sourcing quality, curating the humidor, and building relationships with premium cigar distributors.

Expertise

Staff Who Know Cigars

Our associates are trained on wrapper profiles, blend characteristics, vitola sizing, and pairing suggestions. They can guide you from your first mild cigar all the way to a full-bodied Nicaraguan — or help you select the perfect gift stick.

Freshness

NH's Freshest Humidor

Properly humidity-controlled at all 13 Smokers Haven locations. We rotate stock regularly and maintain optimal storage conditions so every cigar you purchase is at peak freshness — not dried out or over-humidified.

Value

10% Off on 10+ Cigars

Buying 10 or more cigars earns you an automatic 10% discount at every Smokers Haven location. Our buying power across 13 stores also means competitive pricing on all brands — better than most independent cigar shops.

Questions About Cigars

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a cigar different from a cigarette?

A cigarette is rolled in paper. A cigar is rolled entirely in tobacco leaf: wrapper, binder, and filler. This gives cigars a far more complex, layered flavor with higher nicotine content. Cigars are not inhaled into the lungs; smoke is held in the mouth to appreciate the flavor.

Does the wrapper color affect the cigar's taste?

Yes, significantly. Darker Maduro wrappers are naturally sweeter and fuller-bodied. Lighter Claro or Natural wrappers are drier, milder, and often creamier. Wrapper choice is one of the first decisions when selecting a cigar.

What brands does Smokers Haven carry?

We carry Acid, Ashton, Punch, Macanudo, Oliva, Partagas, Backwoods, and many more with stock rotating regularly. Availability varies by location. Ask your nearest Smokers Haven associate for current humidor selection.

Is there a cigar discount at Smokers Haven?

Yes, buy 10 cigars or more and receive an additional 10% off your cigar purchase. This discount applies at all Smokers Haven locations and is available every day.

Are cigars good gifts for special occasions?

Absolutely. Cigars are one of the most classic celebration gifts for birthdays, retirements, Father's Day, graduations, and holidays. Our staff can help you select a gift-appropriate single stick or a small sampler. Ask in-store about premium singles.

What cigar do you recommend for a first-timer?

For beginners, we recommend a mild-to-medium cigar in a Robusto format (shorter, thicker). Macanudo Cafe or Ashton Classic are both excellent starting points. Our staff will ask about your flavor preferences and guide you from there.

Find Your Perfect Cigar

Visit the Humidor at Any of Our
13 NH Locations

Our staff will guide you to the right cigar for your taste, experience level, and occasion. Buy 10 or more and save 10%. Setup guidance is always free.

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