Excite your favorite cigar lover this holiday season by giving the gift of cigars. It’s easy to please an aficionado with a top-rated cigar sampler, sporty new torch lighter, cigar cutter, or a humidor. Here’s a look at the hottest cigar gifts to consider this year if you’re shopping for your husband, brother, or boss.
Cigar Samplers
Hands down, cigar samplers are the most popular cigar gifts. The best cigar samplers include a variety of different blends, sizes, and tasting profiles. You don’t have to worry if you’re not sure what brand of cigars to get for somebody. Because Cigar samplers can include a range of different blends and sizes, you don’t have to commit to one brand or a full box. Here’s a quick list of the best cigar samplers you can get.
Ashton 5-Cigar Sampler
Five top-shelf Dominican cigars blended by legendary cigar-maker Carlito Fuente are included in a renowned collection. The creamy mild profiles of Ashton Classic and Ashton Cabinet sit beside the 92-rated Ashton Aged Maduro, 94-rated Ashton Heritage, and 94-rated Ashton VSG. Impress your favorite aficionado with a versatile series from an iconic handmade brand for $49.99.
Arturo Fuente ‘Xtremely Rare’ Sampler
As the leading producer of premium Dominican cigars in the world, the Fuente family enjoys unrivaled demand for classic and ultra-rare cigars like Fuente Fuente Opus X, Arturo Fuente Hemingway, Arturo Fuente Chateau Series, and Arturo Fuente Magnum R. All are represented in a distinguished 10-cigar collection for $119.95.
La Aroma de Cuba & San Cristobal ‘92-95’ Rated Assortment
Two of the highest-rated Nicaraguan brands meet in a rich and well-made sampler blended by celebrated cigar-maker Jose ‘Pepin’ Garcia. The 95-rated former ‘#2 Cigar of the Year’ La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor is included with the 94-rated La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor, 93-rated San Cristobal, and more in a resounding 5-cigar sampler for only $38.99.
Padron Collection Natural Sampler
Dozens of ratings over 90 points and three ‘#1 Cigar of the Year’ titles from Cigar Aficionado underscore the lauded taste and aroma Padron is known for. Five unique cigars include the original Padron blend, Padron 1964 Anniversary, Padron 1926 Series, Padron Family Reserve, and Padron Damaso for $84.55. Cigar lovers lucky enough to be on your gift list will be eternally impressed by your taste in top-shelf Nicaraguan cigars. The Padron Collection is also available in a Maduro wrapper, which possesses a slightly sweeter taste.
Rocky Patel ‘Luxury Collection’ Sampler
The bestselling Rocky Patel cigars are assembled in an excellent 10-cigar collection. The 95-rated Rocky Patel Decade joins the 90-rated Rocky Patel Renaissance, ‘RP’ Vintage 1990, ‘RP’ Ocean Club, and ‘RP’ Velvet Edition. Two Toro-sized cigars from each blend are included for only $39.95. Expose the aficionado on your gift list to Rocky’s finest.
Cigar Torch Lighters
Cigar connoisseurs love torch lighters. You can fire up a premium cigar with precision in just moments with a high-performance cigar torch. Here’s a handful of fun, functional, and sporty models.
Xikar HP3 Triple Torch Lighter
Light up your next cigar with laser-like precision thanks to a trio of red-hot jets angled to create a concentrated flame. Choose from a handful of colorful and contemporary finishes with an oversized flame-height adjuster and an EZ see-through fuel window for monitoring your butane levels for $89.95. All Xikar lighters come with a lifetime warranty.
Xikar Forte Torch Lighter
The Xikar Forte Torch Lighter is modeled with hot-rod aesthetics in a heavy-duty chassis with an integrated 7mm fold-out punch cutter. The single-push ignition triggers a reliable single-jet flame to toast the end of your cigar. For $62.95, enjoy a lifetime Xikar warranty in a sporty and ergonomic design available in a variety of sleek and seductive finishes.
ST Dupont Maxi Jet Torch Lighter
The ultra-sleek, pocket-friendly design of the ST Dupont Maxi Jet Torch has been a hit with cigar lovers for over a decade. In that time, the company has only refined and enhanced the Maxi Jet for optimal performance. For $149.95, it’s tough to surpass the reliability and looks you get with the Maxi Jet in a collection of alluring colors.
Cigar Cutters
Cigar lovers can never have enough cutters. It’s always wise to keep an extra one in the glove box or golf bag. Surprise your aficionado with a popular new cigar cutter.
Xikar XO Cutter
In one of Xikar’s latest designs, the XO Cutter features double-guillotine blades that close simultaneously and move along a geared track for added stability and precision. The innovative shape features dual stainless steel blades that can slice a 64 ring gauge cigar in half. Choose from a wide collection of metallic and ultra-cool finishes beginning at $89.95.
Xikar Xi1 Cutter
The ergonomic teardrop shape of the Xikar Xi1 is one of the most popular cigar cutters available. Easily lock and release a pair of razor-sharp stainless steel blades and cut up to a 60 ring gauge cigar with a clean slice. Choose from a rainbow of bright metallic finishes for $55.95.
Xikar VX V-Cutter
Cigar lovers prefer a V-cut for the added concentration of flavor it creates in a cigar’s draw. The Xikar VX V-Cutter has long set a benchmark as the best V-cutter due to its inverted blade, which cuts a cigar’s cap with a clean single motion without cracking the wrapper. Pick out a contemporary finish for $46.95.
Cigar Humidors
Cigars need to be stored at roughly 70% humidity and 70 degrees. A good humidor is essential for maintaining a cigar collection, even if it’s just a few cigars. Here are some ideal options if you want to get your connoisseur a traditional humidor for the down in the man cave or something small and durable for traveling.
Savoy Humidors
Savoy Humidors start at $75.95 in a matte finish for a box that can hold 25 cigars. The brand is available in a wide variety of traditional and exotic finishes like Macassar, African Teak, and Mesquite. Savoy Humidors are crafted from fragrant Spanish cedar interiors that deliver a reliable seal for optimal storage conditions. Stylish and rustic wood grains catch the eye beneath a glossy exterior.
Savoy Executive Series Humidors
If your cigar lover is becoming a serious cigar collector, consider the Savoy Executive Series. Ultra-detailed veneers include the Santos Rosewood, Macassar, and Oliva Ash Burl finishes. Intricate wood grains and heavy hardwood Spanish cedar interiors guarantee longer and more aggressive cigar storage capability. The Savoy Executive Series starts at $254.95 in a matte finish.
Xikar Travel Humidor
If you’ve got a cigar-loving outdoorsman on your hands and you want a rugged and efficient humidor designed for hunting, camping, or outdoor excursions, check out the Xikar Travel Humidor. Different sizes can hold 5, 10, or 15 cigars and start at $22.95. Protective foam padding, a stainless steel back hinge, and crushproof ABS molded plastic guarantee your cigars will arrive safely even if you’re climbing Mount Everest.
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