June 2026
The "truth" behind Cuban cigar brands and families is rooted in the 1959 Cuban Revolution, which nationalized the tobacco industry. This split historic brands into two distinct categories: state-owned lines made in Cuba today "Old World", and non-Cuban "heritage" brands crafted by the exiled families who fled and rebuilt in countries like Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic "New World". This month we are diving into selections from the New World lineup for Montecristo Cigars produced in Dominican Repbulic and Nicaragua. From their humble cultural roots and overall commitment to luxury and affluence, Montecristo Cigars have gone on to become one of, if not the most, recognizable cigar brand in the industry.In the tradition of the brand’s storied history and dedication to quality, the art, spirit and prestige of the original Montecristo Cigars continues today. Some of the most esteemed cigar masters and rollers in world craft every offering within the brand’s expansive portfolio by hand, across two factories in Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. Montecristo premium cigars use only components of the highest quality, like Dominican-grown, Cuban-seed long filler tobaccos, and an array of aged, well-refined wrappers; ensuring the standards in both taste and construction that was set by the brand decades prior.
Montecristo Monte Toro
Monte by Montecristo Toro is a medium to full-bodied cigar that combines the essence of tradition with a modern twist. What sets the Monte apart is its innovative use of not one, but two binders. The first, a spicy Dominican Olor binder, and the second, a Nicaraguan Corojo binder. This dynamic duo of binders is complemented by a selection of vintage-aged Dominican long-leaf filler tobacco and an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. Master Blender Tasting Notes: "Bold notes of wood, coffee, and earth, accented by hints of cocoa and black pepper. As the smoke develops, creamy caramel and toasted nuts emerge, culminating in a smooth yet lingering spicy finish." Toro (6" x 52) Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Ecuador Habano Binder: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua Filler: Dominican Republic Profile: Med/Full
Montecristo White Series Toro
Montecristo White Series Toro is a must-try for Monte fans looking to discover the brand's creamiest and smoothest blend to date. To accomplish what was promised, the blend is composed of long fillers from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, aged for three years, covered by a Nicaraguan binder and a sleek, sweet tasting Ecuadorian Connecticut shade wrapper. Meticulously handcrafted in a popular 6x 54 format , this is a medium bodied cigar, offering lush notes of leather, spice, cedar, baked bread, and cocoa. These flavors are so extraordinarily well refined and complex that even fans of fuller bodied smokes will find this Toro very enticing. Toro (6" x 54) Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut Shade Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Dominican Republic/ Nicaragua Profile: Med
Montecristo Platinum Series Toro
Handmade in the Dominican Republic, the Montecristo Platinum Series blend is composed of a zesty San Andres wrapper from Mexico that encases a special blend of aged Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Peruvian long filler tobaccos. These exquisite cigars offer a rich, smooth, medium-to-full bodied smoke laced with captivating notes of earth, raisins, leather, black coffee. and wood. Toro (6" x 54) Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Binder: Dominican Republic Filler: Dominican Republic/ Nicaragua/Peru Profile: Med/Full
Montecristo Classic Toro
Coming from one of the most famous cigar brands in the world, the Montecristo Classic Toro is the first choice for countless aficionados when they want to enjoy a luxury smoking experience. Made at the legendary Tabacalera de Garcia in the Dominican Republic into a popular 6x52 size, this classic gem is made with expertly aged long filler and binder tobaccos from the Dominican Republic seamlessly covered by a top-shelf Connecticut Shade wrapper. Once lit, your palate will be coated by a savory and smooth mellow-bodied medley of baking spices, coffee, roasted nuts, cedar, earth, and sweet cream. Toro (6" x 52) Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Binder: Dominican Republic Filler: Dominican Republic Profile: Mild
Montecristo Double Corona
The Montecristo Double Corona Cigars are hand rolled under detailed supervision from the master cigar-maker at the famous Montecristo Factory in La Romana, the Dominican Republic. Viewed as one of the most excellent cigars on the market, the Montecristo is blended for the true connoisseur. It's one of the smoothest, medium-bodied cigars to ever come out of the famed Factory in La Romana and a top choice among cigar connoisseurs over the world which delivers rich taste with silky notes of roasted almonds and sweet coconuts, in a delicious harmony. Double Corona (6.25" x 50) Origin: Dominican Republic Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Binder: Dominican Republic Filler: Dominican Republic Profile: Mild/Med
