Top 25 New Cigars 2025

Rated by the Cigar Journal tasting panel, blind, on the 100-point scale.

1. 

   #25 | EGM Cigars Empyrean Line Heraldos B

   Tasting notes:

   Nutty in the cold draw, this cigar also offers nutty and earthy aromas in the first few draws, along with a slight bitterness. Cedar wood and honey sweetness – but always accompanied by nutty notes – complement the flavor from the second half onwards.

   Owner: Chaveta SA / EGM Cigars Factory: ABAM SA Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Dom. Rep. Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 130 x 21.8 | 5 1/8 x 55

   
2. 

   #24 | Black Label Trading Co. Eletto Parejo B

   Tasting notes:

   Lots of wood, bread spice, and cloves in the nose, then, on the palate, close-meshed, dense smoke with bold tannins and some acidity. Towards the end, fresh pepper and salted cashews round off the overall experience.

   Owner: Black Label Trading Company Factory: Fabrica Oveja Negra Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: USA Binder: Ecuador Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 114 x 20.6 | 4 1/2 x 52 Released: 2025

   
3. 

   #23 | Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf International Edition Toro

   Tasting notes:

   A mild start with gentle notes of spice, then this perfectly constructed Toro soon gains strength – brown sugar, dark chocolate, and toasted bread, yet it is sweet and spicy and wonderfully balanced.

   Owner: Aganorsa Leaf Factory: Aganorsa Leaf Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaragua Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 19.8 | 6 x 50 Released: 2024

   
4. 

   #22 | K by Karen Berger Ixtelli Toro

   Tasting notes:

   This cigar begins with a greenish spiciness, with herbal notes accompanying the oak. The aromas are reminiscent of plantains, fresh grass, and raw walnuts. The finish has the delicately bitter taste of cocoa and espresso.

   Owner: Don Kiki Cigars Factory: Esteli Cigars S.A. Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaragua Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 20.6 | 6 x 52 Released: 2025

   
5. 

   #21 | El Titan de Bronze Redemption Robusto

   Tasting notes:

   This cigar scores points with spices, cocoa, earth, and some dark chocolate. It burns perfectly and holds its ash well. There is cinnamon, espresso, and a little black pepper and nutmeg.

   Owner: Sandra Cobas Factory: El Titan de Bronze Origin: USA Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 127 x 19.8 | 5 x 50 Released: 2024

   
6. 

   #20 | West Tampa Tobacco Company Circle of Life Toro

   Tasting notes:

   Dried fruit, orange peel, and vanilla form a pleasing undertone throughout the entire smoking experience. Added to the dark chocolate, leather, and roasted aromas is a nice salty-peppery kick at the end.

   Owner: West Tampa Tobacco Company Factory: Casa Carrillo Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Ecuador Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 21.4 | 6 x 54 Released: 2025

   
7. 

   #19 | Chateau Diadem Conviction Gordito

   Tasting notes:

   There are chocolate, herbs, and chili in the bitter-sweet start. This is followed by fresh bread, roasted aromas, and cocoa. Nutty, earthy aromas and nougat dominate in the second third; it’s then bitter in the finish.

   Owner: Emily Sahakian & Thierry Farah Factory: Chateau Diadem Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 102 x 21.8 | 4 x 55 Released: 2024

   
8. 

   #18 | Casdagli Brothers of the Sabre Epicurist Petit Robusto

   Tasting notes:

   This small Robusto offers a colorful spectrum of flavors, from roasted/sweet earth to floral, ethereal freshness to leathery spice. Slightly salty on the palate, it has dense smoke and a stable tower of ash.

   Owner: Stirling International OÜ Factory: Kelner Boutique Factory Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 102 x 20.6 | 4 x 52 Released: 2024

   
9. 

   #17 | Gurkha Colección Especial Toro Parejo B

   Tasting notes:

   This dark cigar starts off with cocoa, almonds, and nutmeg. Then chili and some aniseed come through before the cigar finishes with wood, cocoa, leather, coffee, and earthy notes.

   Owner: Gurkha Cigar Group, Inc Factory: American Caribbean Cigars Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaragua Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 8 (of 10) Size: 152 x 21.4 | 6 x 54 Released: 2024

   
10. 

    #16 | Villiger 1492 Discovery Edition Robusto B

    Tasting notes:

    This cigar has delicate peanut, wood and light roasted aromas that continue throughout the smoke. Gentle and creamy, it flatters the palate. A balanced, pleasantly light Robusto.

    Owner: Villiger Söhne AG Factory: Tabacalera Palma Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 127 x 19.4 | 5 x 49 Released: 2024

    
11. 

    #15 | Artista Cimarron Colorado Maker

    Tasting notes:

    An earthy start is complemented by sweet, roasted notes, and cream. Added to this are spicy umami notes, with wet leather, licorice, and dried meat. A cigar full of character with a bittersweet finish.

    Owner: Artista Cigars Factory: Tabacalera El Artista Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Ecuador Filler: Other Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 127 x 21.4 | 5 x 54 Released: 2025

    
12. 

    #14 | Dunbarton Sobremesa Solita Red

    Tasting notes:

    Covered in delicate veins, this cigar offers densely interwoven aromas of citrus zest, cedar wood, and freshly ground black pepper. The dark roasted notes are accompanied by a gently sweet melt.

    Owner: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Factory: Joya de Nicaragua Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Mexico Filler: Other Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 159 x 18.3 | 6 1/4 x 46

    
13. 

    #13 | Diamond Crown Julius Caeser Troublemaker

    Tasting notes:

    Dry wood, pepper, and chocolate aromas form the triad of this well-constructed cigar. Occasional flashes of caramel notes appear, with leather and coffee tones. A gentle sweetness is particularly noticeable in the retronasal aroma.

    Owner: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Other Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 146 x 20.6 | 5 3/4 x 52 Released: 2024

    
14. 

    #12 | VegaFina 1998 35 Aniversario 5th Avenue

    Tasting notes:

    Nuts, wood, and coffee constitute the pleasant triad of this Piramide; in the background, creamy, fruity aromas are discernible; from the second half, there are also notes of pepper, chili, and chocolate.

    Owner: Tabacalera S.L.U. Factory: Tabacalera de Garcia Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Indonesia Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 19.8| 6 x 50 Released: 2024

    
15. 

    #11 | Oliva Mareva CSWC

    Tasting notes:

    Pretzels, floral notes, and oak are immediately discernible in the CSWC competition cigar; wood, nuts, and delicate pepper follow, all with a pleasant creaminess. Harmoniously refined!

    Owner: Oliva Cigar Co. Factory: Tabacalera Oliva S.A. Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 130 x 16.7 | 5 1/8 x 42 Released: 2025

    
16. 

    #10 | La Aurora Family Creed Fuerte Sol Toro B

    Tasting notes:

    A caramelly, soft sweetness paired with coffee and licorice notes characterize the first two thirds, then a gentle chili spice, with brioche and almond notes, complements the overall picture. Multifaceted and intense!

    Owner: La Aurora S.A. Factory: La Aurora Cigar Factory Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Mexico Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 146 x 21.4 | 5 3/4 x 54 Released: 2025

    
17. 

    #9 | A. Fuente Hemingway Sungrown Oscuro Signature I B

    Tasting notes:

    Voluminous smoke reveals a distinctive sweetness that suggests caramel and dark chocolate. This is subsequently followed by tart, spicy accents reminiscent of ground coffee and leather. This cigar is full-bodied and lush.

    Owner: A. Fuente Cigar Co. Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia. Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Dom. Rep. Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 7 (of 10) Size: 152 x 18.3 | 6 x 46 Released: 2024

    
18. 

    #8 | A.J. Fernandez Enclave by Eladio Díaz Robusto

    Tasting notes:

    This Robusto format appears to be somewhat stronger than the Toro that has the same blend. Spice and roasted notes are more dominant; towards the end, again bread and leather aromas. The creamy sweetness is there, but in the background.

    Owner: A.J. Fernandez Cigars Factory: Tabacalera Diaz Cabrera Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Ecuador Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 140 x 21.4 | 5 1/2 x 54 Released: 2025

    
19. 

    #7 | Davidoff The Chefs Edition Limited Edition 2025

    Tasting notes:

    This cigar offers a complex play of aromas, with creamy, mouth-filling smoke. Elegant roasted woody notes develop along with gently sweet milk chocolate. Very balanced.

    Owner: Oettinger Davidoff AG-Basel Factory: CIDAV Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Mexico Filler: Dom. Rep. Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 159 x 20.6 | 6 1/4 x 52 Released: 2025

    
20. 

    #6 | E.P. Carrillo Endure Toro

    Tasting notes:

    At the start, this cigar is reminiscent of forest floor and dried mushrooms. Then, this Toro becomes sweetish and reveals a woody sweetness. Retronasally, it reveals exhibits ground spices and stays on the palate for a long time.

    Owner: EPC Cigar Company Factory: Casa Carillo Origin: Dom. Rep. Wrapper: Cameroon Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 20.6 | 6 x 52 Released: 2025

    
21. 

    #5 | Perdomo Legacy Epicure Maduro

    Tasting notes:

    Cedar wood, nuts, and a crescendo of sweetness form the basic tone of this cigar. In the second third, it becomes peppery and chocolatey, with notes of espresso and caramel. A complex, exciting smoke!

    Owner: Perdomo Cigars Factory: Tabacalera Perdomo, S.A. Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaragua Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 152 x 21.4 | 6 x 54 Released: 2025

    
22. 

    #4 | Plasencia Alma del Cielo Celeste

    Tasting notes:

    Citrusy in the cold draw, this very harmonious cigar starts off fruity with sweet, creamy accents and notes of pears and honey. Then it becomes more robust through its white pepper, nougat, and caramel tones.

    Owner: Plasencia Group Factory: Plasencia Cigars Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Nicaragua Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 6 (of 10) Size: 124 x 20.6 | 4 7/8 x 52 Released: 2025

    
23. 

    #3 | Rocky Patel Emerald Robusto

    Tasting notes:

    This full-bodied and complex Robusto starts with woody and peppery notes, hints of earth and mushrooms. Soon, earthy and leather aromas dominate. White bread and coffee aromas complement this powerful experience.

    Owner: Rocky Patel Premium Cigars Inc. Factory: Tabacalera Villy Cuba S.A. (TAVICUSA) Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Ecuador Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Honduras Strength: 7 (of 10) Size: 140 x 19.8 | 5 1/2 x 50 Released: 2024

    
24. 

    #2 | Villa Zamorano Danlí Robusto

    Tasting notes:

    This cigar is nutty, creamy, spicy, and sweet. It delivers cocoa and nougat, leather and chili, toffee and gingerbread. Its profile becomes even more vibrant in the creamy, buttery smoke.

    Owner: Maya Selva Cigars Corporation Hollywood Factory: Fabrica de Puros MSC Origin: Honduras Wrapper: Honduras Binder: Honduras Filler: Honduras Strength: 5 (of 10) Size: 127 x 19.8 | 5 x 50 Released: 2024

    
25. 

    #1 | El Pulpo The Eel Lancero

    Tasting notes:

    This “eel” is robust, well-balanced, and well-constructed. Leather, cedar, and coffee beans constitute the triad; in addition, a raisin sweetness and bread aromas. Towards the end, it gets stronger, with cocoa and pepper notes.

    Owner: Artesano Del Tobacco Factory: Tabacalera A.J. Fernandez Origin: Nicaragua Wrapper: Mexico Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Strength: 7 (of 10) Size: 178 x 15.1 | 7 x 38 Released: 2025